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Backyard Play Areas You Can Make: Complete Plans and Instructions for Building Playhouses, Forts, and Swing Sets (Paperback)

by Paul Gerhards (Author) "This book showcases a number of ideas for playhouses and other backyard structures and presents them in a way that even readers with limited experience..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews
From Library Journal
Gerhards, a woodworker and author (e.g., How To Sell What You Make, LJ 2/15/90), takes pains to explain the basic concepts and lingo that underlie all types of construction, with particular focus on the construction of outdoors projects. His discussion of the basics meshes nicely with the 15 projects and associated conversion charts he includes. The lists of materials and techniques, as well as the restrictions a project builder might encounter, are instructive and helpful. The line drawings for each project are clear, well marked, and numerous. This is a good introduction to small home projects. For most large do-it-yourself collections.
Alex Hartmann, INFOPHILE, Williamsport, Pa.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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A professional woodworker offers concise, easy-to-follow directions for would-be backyard builders. Detailed blueprints and instructions are provided for 15 different projects ranging from the simple to the more complex. In addition to specifications for constructing a variety of playhouses, swing sets, and forts, the author also furnishes a wealth of basic tips on building materials, generic foundations, walls, roofs, conventional framing practices, optional accessories, and finishing touches. A handy, cost-effective guide for parents, grandparents, and novice carpenters. Perfect public library fare. Margaret Flanagan

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Product Details
  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Stackpole Books; 1st ed edition (February 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0811730883
  • ISBN-13: 978-0811730884
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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