Patios and walkways

Patios and walkways

Peter Jeswald

Book - 2009

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Subjects
Patios > Design and construction.
Garden walks > Design and construction.
Published
Newtown, CT : Taunton Press c2009.
Language
English
Main Author
Peter Jeswald (-)
Physical Description
170 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm
Bibliography
Includes index.
ISBN
9781600850752
  • Planning and design. Assess your needs ; Patio design basics ; Walkway design basics ; How to design your project
  • Materials. Choose the right materials ; Stone ; Masonry ; Other options
  • Construction methods. Patios and walkways ; Walls ; Steps
  • Formal front walkway. Prepare the site ; Establish the heights ; Install the base ; Final layout ; Install the setting bed ; Lay the bluestone ; Cut the bluestone ; Install the edge restraints ; Fill the joints
  • Backyard makeover. Initial layout and site preparation ; Establish the heights ; Install the base and the boulders ; Do the final layout ; Install the setting bed ; Install the concrete pavers ; Shape the edge ; Compact the pavers and fill the joints
  • Dine in style. Prepare the site ; Establish heights and final layout ; Install the base material ; Integrate the steps ; Install the setting bed ; Lay the bluestone ; Complete the freestanding wall ; Fill the joints
  • From bland to beautiful. Prepare the site ; Establish heights and layout ; Build the stone wall and steps ; Install the base and setting bed ; Install the patio and walkway stone ; Fill the joints
  • Discover your front door. Initial layout ; Excavate the walk and demolish the steps ; Install the base ; Establish the final heights and layout ; Building the landing ; Install the landing pavers ; Complete the walkway
  • Make a bold entrance. Prepare the site ; Layouts and height ; Construct the front door steps ; Build the entry patio ; Lay out and build the southern wall ; Lay out and build the patio steps ; Lay out the walkway ; Establish the height of the walkway ; Excavate and install the base for the walkway ; Install walkway stones ; Fill the joints.
Review by Library Journal Review

Covering walkways, patios, decks, sheds, and more, the second edition of Outdoor Builder features a better layout and more instructional details than the original, but without inspirational galleries. Black & Decker Patios & Walkways stands out for its detailed photos and step-by-step, logically arranged instructions; however, most of the designs are not particularly sophisticated or innovative. There is an original section on drainage options with projects. In the latest in a good series, building expert Jeswald (Basement Ideas That Work) offers sound advice and insights. With great photos accompanying designing and construction information, there are also trade secrets scattered throughout, like why using old house bricks in a walkway is a bad idea. Only six sample projects are outlined, but each uses different materials and techniques. As with many volumes in the "Black & Decker" series, some of the projects in both of these new books are available in other titles by the publisher. Step-by-step information and suggested variations make Outdoor Builder well suited for beginners; Black & Decker Patios & Walkways is overall the best choice for its excellent instruction and drainage coverage; and Jeswald's authoritative contribution will serve more advanced do-it-yourselfers. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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