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Whether you’re a homeowner wanting to do your own repairs, a trade apprentice seeking to sharpen your skills, or a veteran craftsman or contractor with years of experience, you’ll turn to this complete guide to bricklaying again and again. There is no more comprehensive or up-to-date reference available on the subject.
Written by a pro with over 25 years in the field, Bricklaying features:
* Over 560 technical drawings and diagrams illustrating technique and clear text that guides you every step of the way
* Skill-building projects with start-to-finish instructions
* Electricity and plumbing integration in brick construction
* Solutions and preventive methods for high-wind concerns in cavity brickwork
* Table for calculating how many bricks are needed for a job
* Brick design for handicapped
* Engineering properties
* Essential topics such as damp-proofing, repairing and carcking mortor, window and door cutting, cleaning brick, and much more
An insider’s guide to every facet of the world of brickwork.
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not for the beginner or home handyman,
By A Customer
This review is from: Bricklaying (Paperback)
I checked the book out from the library first to get a feel for it, though the illustrations are good, I found the method of instruction haphazard and very much lacking. In addition the author is Australian and many of the terms used are not US specific. No attempt is made to explain many of the techniques Go for a time life book, or the following used text "AUDEL'S MASONS AND BUILDERS LIBRARY," by Louis Dezettel (look for volume 2 bricklaying, plastering...) is exceptionally written in regards to detail and very easy to understand.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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Bricklaying,
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This review is from: Bricklaying (Paperback)
A disapointment. Confusing, full of obscure terms and "inside" tips that are useless to the do-it-yourselfer. Seems like a book written by an expert for other experts. After purchasing this book I picked up a used Time-Life book on masonary that had more good info in 10 pages than this 320 page turkey.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Comprehensive and easy to understand,
By "bookbilder" (USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Bricklaying (Paperback)
Buy this book first! Whether you plan on laying up brick and block yourself, or you want to prepare yourself to deal with a masonry contractor or a property built with masonry, this book is for you. The writing is clear and to the point, and the illustrations are first-rate. I especially liked the author's insights and tips that can only come from someone with A LOT of practical experience. Most other books I've seen deal with garden walls and pathways. Not this one. Structural walls, windows, doorways...it's all here. You may want other supplemental material, but start with this book first. Price is right, too
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