Step-by-Step Masonry & Concrete ("Better Homes & Gardens": Step by Step) (Paperback)

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Product Description

Covers all the basic concrete and masonry projects and techniques for home improvement. The 40 projects range from building a brick patio to flagstone retaining walls to concrete sidewalks.

Includes the time, skills, and tools required for each project so readers can quickly assess the scope of each project.

Full-color illustrations and step-by-step format make the instructions easy to follow.

Highlights experts' insights, safety issues, materials buying tips, and hints about using tools.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Better Homes and Gardens (August 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0696206668
• ISBN-13: 978-0696206665
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #777,429 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful, October 15, 2009

By	Sheryl L. Burleson "52 workout" (San Angelo, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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My husband wants to build a circular drive, and though he has some concrete experience, felt he needed a bit of guidance. I found this book in the local library, and he asked if we could buy it so he'd have one to refer to. Count on Amazon to have it!
Good ideas for outdoor projects such as patios, driveways, sidewalks, etc. Good instructions and pictures and diagrams.

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3.0 out of 5 stars masonry steps, March 24, 2005

By	doe - See all my reviews

This book i chose to read speaks about masonry and concrete. Masonry is a part of construction that i was always interested in because it has somthing to do with building. This book helped me out alot because it spoked about the aspects of masonry and concrete. This book will tell you about how to mix mortar and is also known as concrete. Concrete is mixed with water and sand and dry cement. This mixer has to be at a cetain amout of ingredients to be a well mix.When the mix is done then the laying brick proccess can be done. Masons should be able to lay the bricks to the line that they use to keep the bricks straight and leveled.When they are done laying to the line they have to use the modular ruler to make sure that it is levled and that the joints are at a 3/8'.