Kiowa County Public Library District

Provides step-by-step directions for building projects using brick or concrete.

Sunbreaker shelter, sun and shade trellis, trellis room, rose arbor, lath house pavilion, bamboo sliding screen, garden house, tree house, gazebos, decks, porches, timber steps, bench, foldaway table on balustrade or wall, folding loveseat and bench, cupboard with letdown table, privacy fence with letdown table, breakfront for plants, demountable bench, adjustable lazy lounge, patio tables, captain's bench, garden benches, roll-away service cart,...

John Vivian tells you everything you need to know to build your own stone walls from start to finish. He covers everything from basic equipment and materials to building retaining walls, building in gates and stiles, moving boulders, and using lower-quality stone. Clear, detailed drawings show exactly what to do and how to avoid problems.

"Masonry provides clear, accessible instructions that readers can use to do popular masonry projects the right way themselves. This book shows how to design, build and repair masonry like an expert, with the latest techniques and materials, step-by-step directions, safety advice, and hundreds of color illustrations. It is a must for anyone who wants to learn how to work successfully with concrete, brick, block, tile, or stone. Readers will learn the...