Building with Masonry: Brick, Block, and Concrete [Paperback]

Dick Kreh (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 1998 | Series: For Pros By Pros

-- Covers tools and materials, laying block and brick, and more

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

With this specialty book specifically for those about to embark on a do-it-yourself masonry repair or building project, Kreh, a recognized third-generation master mason, provides all the basics on tools and materials, estimating materials needed for any project, descriptions and diagrams of bond patterns and wall types, fundamentals of laying brick and block, and clear, useful information on masonry repair and restoration for preexisting work. Chimneys, retaining walls, foundations, decorative walks and planters, steps, and all varieties of construction masonry are covered here with excellent diagrams; explanations of terminology, tools, and materials; and photographs that vividly illustrate some of the finer points of masonry work.

Kreh's many years as a teacher of masonry techniques and practices shine through for the reader with no prior knowledge of masonry with clear, easy-to-understand terminology and a step-by-step approach, and his extensive experience and knowledge will open the eyes of longtime professionals with pointers and shortcuts they may not know themselves. This is a thorough, complete guide to masonry for all. --Mark A. Hetts --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 184 pages
• Publisher: Taunton Press (October 20, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561583367
• ISBN-13: 978-1561583362
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #145,670 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #34 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > How-to & Home Improvements > Masonry

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60 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent introduction to brick masonry, June 14, 1999

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David Owens (La Mirada, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Building with Masonry: Brick, Block & Concrete (Hardcover)

This is a valuable guide for novice brick masons. The author is an expert who takes you through the basics of materials, tools, layout, and a good selection of projects for around the house. This is a fairly unique book and fills a void in the how to do section.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting tips, January 9, 2007

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Billy Hannan (Quebec) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Building with Masonry: Brick, Block, and Concrete (Paperback)

This book is straight forward and you will learn tips from the pros. I had very little experience when reading this book; afterwards I knew tricks that my friend the brick layer did not know. I then went on to doing my own brick work around the home.

21 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An amateur's opinion, February 20, 2006

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John Stewart-Smith "Sarge" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Building with Masonry: Brick, Block, and Concrete (Paperback)

My title should be self-explanatory.
I am a rank amateur on this subject. I found this book extremely informative and would recommend it for amateurs. The information is both clear and well presented. A very good read.