Synopses & Reviews
Homeowners are spending more time and money than ever creating and sprucing up living spaces outside the house. It’s no surprise that the patio is riding this trend. Now that DIYers have greater access to the tools, techniques, and materials required to build great patios and walkways, they’re going all out. And this newest offering from the successful “Build Like a Pro” series is the best guide they can ask for. It’s all in here – from base construction techniques to surface materials. A reader can choose to complete the six projects in this book exactly as presented or mix and match techniques to create a truly custom project. Complete in-depth information, step-by-step instructions, focused sidebars, and tips add up to a professional patio or walkway project that homeowners will enjoy for years to come.
Synopsis
If you're looking for a single source of professional advice so you can build your own patio or walkway, here's the book for you.
As the latest how-to manual in our popular Build Like a Pro series, Patios & Walkways' in-depth reference provides all the details you'll need -- tips, techniques, tools, materials and expert advice -- to create unique patios and walkways designed to enhance your landscape and home.
From base construction techniques to choosing and installing surface materials, it's all here -- detailed instructions from a pro, step-by-step photos, useful sidebars and drawings -- plus inside secrets that will help you get the job done right the first time.
The book is organized in six sections -- each featuring a different project -- and all together they represent virtually anything you'll ever need to know about building patios and walkways.
You can tackle each project exactly as it's presented. Or mix and match design elements and techniques to create your own customized project.
Designed to give you every bit of advice you'll need -- and the flexibility to shape your own outdoor creations -- here's the only book you'll need to build beautiful patios and walkways that capture you own personal touch.
Synopsis
An attractive walkway or terrace dramatically improves a home's curb appeal and livability. In many older homes, walkways and terraces need updating or replacement, and new homes are often sold without these enhancements. The projects illustrated in Patios and Walkways, from rustic stone paths to handsome new patios, can be completed within 1-3 days and are explained step-by-step, allowing even first-time masons to achieve professional results. The book helps homeowners select from the wide variety of outdoor materials and tools available at home stores and landscape centers.
About the Author
With 32 years of building and designing experience under his belt, author Peter Jeswald knows his subject inside and out. His work has included residential projects as well as medical buildings, a school renovation, retail stores, and restaurants. Jeswald is the author of Patios & Walkways Idea Book, Basement Ideas that Work, and How to Build Paths, Steps, and Footbridges. He lives in Conway, Massachusetts.
Table of Contents
1. Before You Build2. Materials3. Construction Methods4. Formal Walkway to Front Door5. Backyard Patio6. Dining/Grilling Patio7. Front Entry Walkway and Entry Patio8. Front Concrete Paver Walkway9. Garage/Driveway and Dining PatioResourcesIndex