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Author : Charles Long
Publisher : Willowdale, Ont. : Firefly Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1552092984
Recommends a method for the construction of a house and covers planning, laying the foundation, and framing.
Author : Charles K. Long
Publisher : Camden House Publishing (Ontario, CA)
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Architecture
ISBN : PSU:000011431176
Author : Charles K. Long
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 092065620X
Author : Charles K. Long
Publisher : Peter Smith Pub Incorporated
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1988-01-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 0844663174
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Canada
ISBN : UOM:39015036927534
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 638 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Coevolution
ISBN : UIUC:30112048418401
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : CORNELL:31924089461416
Author : Brenda Flynn
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781601383709
This book is designed to walk homeowners through the process of developing, planning, and implementing a stone building project. Starting with the basics, you will learn about the common types of stone and where natural stone is found throughout the United States, as well as how to gather your own fieldstone. You will learn how to use stone as a building material, including where to acquire it, as well as how it is cut, sold, and used in various projects. You will learn what tools you need for stonework and how to start working with dry stone, how to work with mortared stone, and the correct way to pour and mix cement. This book will even teach you how your children can be involved with your stonework projects. You will save significant money and increase the value of your house by building your own stone structures in and around your home. This book provides detailed instructions that make seemingly complex projects easy. You will learn how to build stone walls, mailboxes, and fireplaces. You can enhance your backyard with the addition of a stone patio, arch, barbeque pit, rock garden, and a pond, complete with a stone bridge.If you have an existing stone structure on your property, you will learn how to restore it and give it the face-lift it needs. If your property has a structure beyond repair, this book will help you recycle its stone or bricks. Additionally, dozens of stonecutting experts were interviewed for this book, providing insight and experience in using stone as a building material. With The Complete Guide to Building with Rocks & Stone, you will learn how you can start using stone for everything from new projects to restoring existing stone structures. For anyone considering a stone building project, this book is an excellent resource for you. Atlantic Publishing is a small, independent publishing company based in Ocala, Florida. Founded over twenty years ago in the company presidentâe(tm)s garage, Atlantic Publishing has grown to become a renowned resource for non-fiction books. Today, over 450 titles are in print covering subjects such as small business, healthy living, management, finance, careers, and real estate. Atlantic Publishing prides itself on producing award winning, high-quality manuals that give readers up-to-date, pertinent information, real-world examples, and case studies with expert advice. Every book has resources, contact information, and web sites of the products or companies discussed.
Author : John Hearn
Publisher : Markham, Ont. : Fitzhenry & Whiteside
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UVA:X001083533
Author : Chris Magwood
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 467 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-03-01
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781550925159
Sustainable building from the ground up - the pros and cons of the latest green and natural materials and technologies From foundation to finish, a wealth of information is available on sustainable construction methods-entire volumes have been published on individual green and natural building techniques. But with so many different ideas to choose from, there is no single resource that allows an owner or builder to quickly and objectively compare the merits of each system for their particular project. Making Better Buildings cuts through the hype and provides the unvarnished facts about the upsides and downsides of the most widely discussed materials and technologies. Drawing on the real-world experiences of designer/builders, this comparative guide systematically and comprehensively examines each approach in terms of: Cost, sourcing, labor intensity, and ease of construction Energy efficiency, embodied energy, and environmental impacts Availability/accessibility Viable applications and future potential. Each chapter is rounded out by a chart which summarizes the material in a quick and accessible manner. Whether you are an owner preparing to build a green or natural home, or a conventional contractor determined to integrate sustainable alternatives into your existing construction practices, this up-to-the minute resource will help you make the best decisions for your project, while meeting your energy, efficiency, budgetary, and site-specific needs.
Author : Charles McRaven
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2007-07-30
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1580176690
Charles McRaven, a dedicated stonemason for more than 50 years, brings his practical experience and deep respect for the material to The Stone Primer, the essential guide for homeowners interested in adding stone to any setting, indoors or out. Here is everything readers will want to consider when beginning a do-it-yourself project, hiring a professional stonemason to carry out a difficult design, or simply planning and dreaming in stone. Know the properties of common types of stone. Choose, collect, and move the right stones for the project. Place them in perfect layers, make them fit with the proper tools, and learn the basics of drystacking and mortaring. McRaven covers it all in detailed how-to chapters, embellished with anecdotes, historical tidbits, and profiles of noted masons. Following the basic techniques are dozens of projects to browse for inspiration or use as practical guidance. Designs for the home include everything from structural masonry (stone foundations, columns, and chimneys) to interior accents (fireplaces, hearths, floors, and countertops). Landscaping uses include flagstone pathways and patios, several kinds of walls, water features, gazebos, bridges, and even stone sheds and houses. Full-color photographs and illustrations provide how-to sequences for the budding stonemason and inspirational images for anyone interested in bringing the weight and permanence of stone to the home.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : House construction
ISBN : MINN:31951D00411983M
Author : Ken Kern,Steve Magers,Lou Penfield
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-04
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
From simple stone walls to elaborate homes and studios, this is the ideal book for any DIY builder interested in working with stone. Thanks to its utility and cost-effectiveness, stone is an ideal construction resource for the astute owner-builder. Cheap and readily available, rock can be gathered from streambeds, abandoned quarries, and open fields with relative ease. In fact, you'd be hard-pressed to find a natural landscape devoid of building stone. In this book, beloved home-building expert Ken Kern teams up with fellow stone masons Steve Magers and Lou Penfield to present the ultimate guide to DIY stone masonry. THE OWNER-BUILDER'S GUIDE TO STONE MASONRY is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of building with stone. Everything from detailed information on sourcing, sorting, and selecting stones, to the various methods of building with stone. There are even chapters on building fireplaces, steps, floors, and arches.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : House construction
ISBN : MINN:31951P00118129Y
Author : Ian Cramb
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-01
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780811769877
Author Ian Cramb was a fifth-generation stonemason who relied on traditional methods to create and restore beautiful stone structures. In this do-it-yourself manual for homeowners, masonry contractors, and restoration specialists, Cramb drew on his fifty years of life experience in the craft to cover restoration techniques for historic structures in the U.S. and Britain. The book covers various types of stone, stone-cutting, and traditional mortar mixes for walls, foundations, and buildings.