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	Stonework Written primarily for the novice stoneworker, this guide offers step- by-step instructions to create structures such as walls, bridges, paths and pools. There is also information on different stone types, cutting and shaping instructions, using recycled stone and landscaping ideas. Author: Charles McRaven Publisher: Storey Books ISBN: 9780882669762 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $31.14
	The Art and Craft of Stonework More than 300 outstanding photos highlight the expressiveness of stonework from New Jersey to Nepal. Well written and beautifully illustrated...wonderful. Shows readers a variety of techniques used to shape and place stones in their yards [and] ideas for creating paths and walls. Provides much information on actually building things.--Library Journal. Author: David Reed Publisher: Lark Books,U.S. ISBN: 9781579905200 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $29.99 Our Price: $26.69
	Tile The latest entry into the Home How-to Handbook series by esteemed do-it-yourself author Rick Peters covers one of the most versatile and useful materials for home remodeling: tile. With the practical advice provided here, anyone can begin laying tile like a pro in no time and produce a basic ceramic tile bathroom floor or a spectacular tiled countertop mosaic. There are instructions on laying backer board, cutting tiles with hand tools and power saws, shaping graceful curves, sealing fresh tile, and using various types of grout for maximum visual impact. Existing tile and grout replacement and repair are also featured, including smart ways to replace a damaged tile without replacing a whole wall and ideas for revitalising stained grout. Author: Rick Peters Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co Inc ISBN: 9781402748103 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $14.99 Our Price: $13.34
	Tiling This book gives you the technical expertise and seasoned advice you must have to expertly plan, lay out and install tiles throughout your house. From simple to elaborate, easy to complex and challenging, the editors of Fine Homebuilding magazine cover a huge range of tiling projects, techniques and issues, and give you the technical help and design inspiration you need to plan and execute a range of tiling projects like: tile a shower with marble install a leakproof shower pan install glass tiles tile a bathroom floor cut and grout ceramic tiles tile a kitchen counter and backsplash and tile over a laminate counter. For Pros, By Pros series: written by professional builders who actually do the work, then offer the very best design and construction advice plus building site-proven tips and techniques. Professional Building Guides: these are the very best books in Taunton's highly successful home-building backlist, completely revised and updated, redesigned and now illustrated in full colour. Fine Homebuilding is the leading international journal for home builders. Author: Publisher: Taunton Press Inc ISBN: 9781561587889 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $24.99 Our Price: $22.24
	Tiling Complete This all-encompassing DIY manual takes a head-on approach to every home tiling situation - except those best left for the pros! Loaded with photos and laid out in an intuitive, accessible format, it's so easy for even the most hesitant of novices to get the job done right the first time. The authors begin with a thoughtful introduction and move to tile styles and shapes, tools, preparation and installation, plus grouting, sealing and caulking. There is a complete project section and a stress-reducing chapter on Problems and Troubleshooting. Also included are tips on maintenance and repair so that the finished product will shine for years to come. Author: Michael Schweit Publisher: Taunton Press Inc ISBN: 9781561588121 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $31.14
	Working with Tile Few building materials can match tile for durability, beauty, design -- and increasingly, popularity. This book combines an inspiring diversity of design ideas with well-illustrated, pro-level installation and repair techniques. Tiling begins with a full range of design inspiration and options, with chapters on the characteristics, pros, and cons of different types of tile. Included here is a varied selection of completed installations, both indoor and outdoor. Next come the details on tools and materials required for different projects. This part of the book contains trade secrets, tool-buying tips, common techniques, and safety procedures-all designed to help readers get the most professional results possible. The remainder is taken up with specific projects based on the authors' extensive installation and repair experience. Using a highly visual approach, this section enables them to follow a project from start to finish through concisely captioned step-by-step photos. Author: Lane Meehan & Tom Meehan Publisher: Taunton Press Inc ISBN: 9781561586776 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $34.99 Our Price: $31.14
	Foundations and Concrete Work Foundation work is not glamorous, but it is the work upon which all other work rests, so a good foundation is critical to every home. No source of knowledge on foundations and concrete work is better respected or more widely followed than that provided by the authors of Fine Homebuilding magazine. This latest edition from the editors of Fine Homebuilding is the biggest and most authoritative volume yet on the subject. Foundations and Concrete Work distils centuries of hands-on, builder-tested methods and techniques as the finest builders in the country pass on the hard-won trade secrets for better construction. From a thorough survey of concrete basics through forming and pouring foundations to keeping a basement dry, this book will serve as the definitive guide to the subject. Written by builders from all over the country, these articles are, quite literally, advice from the trenches. Author: Publisher: Taunton Press Inc ISBN: 9781561589906 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $39.99 Our Price: $35.59
	Tile Style The book is divided into four sections - Part 1, EARTH, describes tiles made of natural materials and their uses - ceramic and porcelain; stone, terracotta, and brick; and cork, wood, and leather. Part 2, MAN, describes tiles of man-made materials and their uses - glass, metal, and concrete; and rubber, laminate, and vinyl. Part 3, ART, offers a selection of unique uses of decorative tiles and mosaics, and offers step-by-step instruction on creating special artisitic projects with tile, such as creating a patterned "rug" of tile. Part 4, INSTALLATION, is a complete guide to installing tile, whether you are hiring someone to do the job or doing it yourself. For the latter, three complete step-by-step chapters are included, detailing the installation of tile in the kitchen, in the bath, and on the floor. Author: Heather Adams & Earl G. Adams Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang Inc ISBN: 9781584794509 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $60.00 Our Price: $53.40
	Masonry and Concrete Illustrated techniques to install, repair, replace, maintain, and improve either decks or patios, drives, steps, walkways, walls and more Clever ideas will inspire capable DIYers, while novices appreciate the easy-to-follow project format Over 375 updated photographs and detailed illustrations -- 40+ -- help to explain techniques Lists time, materials, tools and skills required for each project Over 40 hints and tips included. Author: Publisher: Meredith Books,U.S. ISBN: 9780696221125 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $19.95 Our Price: $17.76
	Guide to Concrete Concrete Projects includes the most common home repairs, but goes a step further by offering some of the most exciting new techniques for building concrete countertops and form-cast landscaping features, as well as techniques for colouring and texturing concrete for designer finishes. Author: Philip Schmidt Publisher: Rockport Publishers ISBN: 9781589234161 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $30.95 Our Price: $27.55
	Ideas & How-To Stone Landscaping This book offers inspiring and creative ideas for using stone in the landscape, including water features and rock gardens, fireplaces and fire pits, and archways and grottos. Materials comparisons, construction specifications, and the basic techniques of working with stone are presented in detail in an easy-to-follow final chapter. Large and small projects are covered, from columns to sheds and pool houses. The process of choosing and managing landscaping professionals is also covered in detail. Author: Publisher: Better Homes and Gardens Books ISBN: 9780696236082 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $27.95 Our Price: $24.88
	Tiling Features: Clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs that illustrate techniques to select, install, maintain and repair tile Practical advice and tips help DIYers to choose colours and patterns, add decorative tiles, apply grout and more Materials, time, skills, and tools needed are listed for each project An essential book for do-it-yourselfers who seek the elegance and durability of tile for kitchens, bathrooms, hallways and patios. Author: Ken Sidey Publisher: Meredith Books ISBN: 9780696221095 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $19.95 Our Price: $17.76
	Complete Masonry Combining practical building instruction and building projects, from basic to advanced, this complete DIY guide shows how to build paths, patios and walls using all manner of masonry including brick, stone, tile and concrete. Author: Steve Cory Publisher: Sunset Books,U.S. ISBN: 9780376015952 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $44.95 Our Price: $40.01
	Decorative Concrete Once relegated to the backyard patio, today's concrete makes a tasteful statement, and "Sunset"'s second edition of this popular manual provides all the practical know-how homeowners need to create the elegant and chic finishes that distinguish modern concrete applications. Readers looking for budget-friendly ways to transform rooms and outdoor areas will be thrilled with the contemporary design ideas and easy-to-follow instructions. From planning and sourcing materials to building and finishing techniques, "Decorative Concrete" provides detailed directions to help readers create floors, architectural elements, outdoor furniture, polished countertops, and more. This robust 2007 edition of "Decorative Concrete" adds 100 new photos plus nearly 50 pages, showcasing the myriad ways that concrete can be used to replace dated structural elements and add creative flair. Explicit how-to guidelines give homeowners the confidence to do-it-themselves or supervise an outside contractor with authority. Features include: * Updated, expanded 2nd edition of this popular "Sunset" home-improvement manual * Inspiring photo galleries (100 more images than previous edition) that illustrate how concrete can be used to infuse style inside and out * Design ideas and instructions that address concrete solutions for fireplace surrounds, tabletops, sinks, counters, floors, stepping-stones, pathways, garden planters, garden art, and more * Special emphasis on decorative finishing techniques, including surface designs, paint treatments, texturing with mosaics and insets, plus carving, sculpting, and polishing * Step-by-step how-to photos and directions for more than 16 concrete projects Author: Jeanne Huber Publisher: Sunset Books ISBN: 9780376011688 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $31.95 Our Price: $28.44
	Outdoor Stonework Stone has been used indoors and outdoors for centuries as both a decorative and practical building material. This stunning book contains a brief history of how and why stone has been used in structures throughout the world. It discusses stonework projects for the home and how to create them, whether they are do-it-yourself projects or ones that require masons and contractors. It will include sketches and discussion on a wide range of possibilities, including freestanding walls, retaining walls, patios, steps, ponds, seats, fireplaces, and sculpture. Author: Laurel Saville Publisher: Rockport Publishers ISBN: 9781592533213 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $39.95 Our Price: $35.56
	Step-by-Step Outdoor Stonework Features advice on estimating costs and quantities, information on tools and materials, site preparation hints, and detailed hands-on instructions for working with natural and manmade stone. Author: Mike Lawrence Publisher: Storey Books ISBN: 9780882668918 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $30.95 Our Price: $27.55
	Stonescaping Teaches readers how to incorporate stone into many garden features including paths, steps, walls, ponds, and rock gardens. Features 20 basic designs. Author: Jan Kowalczewski Whitner, Ben Watson Publisher: Storey Books ISBN: 9780882667553 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $30.95 Our Price: $27.55
	Getting Started with Mortared Stonework Stone is one of the most beautiful, enduring building materials available. Cody Macfie, a third-generation stonemason and writer whose work has appeared in Fine Homebuilding and other magazines, is unequalled at explaining how to work with this wonderful resource. He offers a wealth of information on all the basics, from tools to mortar and site preparation to pattern design. A rich selection of photographs and illustrations show every step of the 20 attractive projects, including a simple and inviting walkway that takes less than a weekend to construct, stately columns at a driveway entrance and a new facade for a fireplace. Author: Cody Macfie Publisher: Lark Books,U.S. ISBN: 9781579906658 Format: Hardback Book List Price: $39.99 Our Price: $35.59
	Concrete at Home Fu-Tung Cheng's surprise bestseller Concrete Countertops paved the way for a fresh look at a familiar surface. His new book moves beyond the kitchen and transforms this commonplace material into an elegant medium that can be used throughout the house. Combining cutting-edge design with helpful how-to information, Concrete at Home offers ingenious ideas for planning and building walls, fireplaces, mantels, hearths, and exterior and interior floors, as well as tips on incorporating architectural elements such as counters, sinks, columns, and water pieces into the project. The construction of forms, footings, and ties is detailed in clear, easy-to-follow instructions, and special attention is given to finishing techniques, including adding color, texture, and inlays. Author: Fu-Tung Cheng & Eric Olsen Publisher: Taunton Press Inc ISBN: 9781561586820 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $49.99 Our Price: $44.49
	Making Concrete Garden Ornaments Concrete is not just for roads and pavements! Look at concrete in a completely different way as you create everything from bookends to a Venetian bench. It's a diverse material that can be formed, carved and modelled, as well as beautifully enhanced by colour, mosaics and embedded designs. - Concrete Basics - Mixing Concrete - Custom Recipes - Simple Casting - - Construction Techniques - Carving Basics - Surface Treatments - - Concrete Folk Environments - Community Projects - The 24 projects are explained and illustrated in step-by-step photographs, graded beginner to advanced, and include: - Concrete fossils - Masonry planter - Concrete bench - Garden trough - - Birdbath - Decorated stepping-stones - Standing lantern - Frog fountain - Author: Sherri Warner Hunter Publisher: Lark Books,U.S. ISBN: 9781579903183 Format: Paperback Book List Price: $29.99 Our Price: $26.69