Download or read book How to Design Build Decks Patios written by Ortho Books and published by Better Homes & Gardens Books. This book was released on 1979 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profusely illustrated text provides information on the design and construction of outdoor living areas.
Download or read book Decks Porches and Patios written by Time-Life Books and published by Time Life Medical. This book was released on 1994 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows techniques, materials, step-by-step directions, safety advice, and hundreds of color illustrations for building decks, porches, and patios.
Download or read book Young House Love written by Sherry Petersik and published by Artisan. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Download or read book Ideas for Great Patios Decks written by Editors of Sunset Books and published by Oxmoor House. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expanded coverage of the new building materials available today Planning section helps readers evaluate their sites.
Download or read book Coastal Living Outdoor Spaces written by Editors of Coastal Living Magazine and published by Oxmoor House. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From front door to back patio, the first section of Coastal Living Outdoor Spaces features a colorful visual tour of some of the most inspiring outdoor areas from the pages of the magazine. Design ideas and home decorating tips show how to achieve a relaxed coastal-style ambience outdoors, regardless of where you live. The spaces are deconstructed so it's easy to understand the key components to getting a particular look. The second section offers lots of great ideas for designing everything from a small garden oasis to which coastal-inspired plants are best for sun or shade. The final section provides exterior paint palettes, product suggestions, and how-to care guides for every outdoor space. This book offers exciting and fun design inspiration for everyone-even if you don't live at the beach! 200+ pages of outdoor spaces design tips and advice from the magazine that is the expert on all things Coastal Accessible, useful, and easy to understand information on a range of outdoor spaces including porches, pools, patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, and more Over 200 full color inspirational photos Resource section with maintenance checklists for outfitting and caring for your outdoor space
Download or read book Black Decker Complete Guide to Patios 3rd Edition written by Editors of Cool Springs Press and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2014-04-15 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build a beautiful custom patio or walkway with the step-by-step, photo-illustrated guidance of BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Patios – 3rd Edition. A patio is the hub and heart of any yard. It’s the hard, flat, well-drained surface where you can comfortably enjoy the sunshine, feel a cool breeze, relax with a cold beverage, or hang around the barbecue with your friends and family. Luckily, patios are relatively easy to design and install yourself, and don’t require a lot of expensive tools and complicated techniques. BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Patios – 3rd Edition guides the way with easy-to-follow instructions to plan and complete virtually any patio or walkway undertaking you can think of. An extensive materials and design section helps you wrap your head around all the upfront planning, and the 30+ patio, walkway, and landscape projects are illustrated with detailed photographs to guide your progress. From flagstone to interlocking pavers or plain gravel, all options are covered, as well as design tips, excavation advice, how to install a subbase, and how to install the most popular surfacing products. You’ll also find a substantial section on earth-friendly patios that make use of recycled materials and keep water runoff to a minimum, conserving resources and removing pressure from our water-treatment facilities. Discover how to create captivating: Patio and edging projects using sandset brick, cobblestone pavers, mortared flagstones, tiled concrete, and more Earth-friendly patios using recycled plastic pavers, recycled rubber chips, composite permeable pavers, subsurface grids, and more Walkways and steps using sandset brick, concrete, flagstones, gravel, timber, and more Patio rooms and amenities such as an under-deck patio, patio enclosure, screened patio room, and patio kitchen Create the perfect patio for your needs with BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Patios – 3rd Edition and you will truly understand how much enjoyment these humble structures have to give.
Download or read book Patios and Walkways written by Peter Jeswald and published by Taunton's Build Like a Pro. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This offering from the successful Build Like a Pro series provides complete in-depth information, step-by-step instructions, focused sidebars, and tips that add up to a professional patio or walkway project that homeowners will enjoy for years to come.
Download or read book Deck Ideas That Work written by Peter Jeswald and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For homeowners building new decks or upgrading existing ones, or for builders and remodeling contractors looking for new ideas for their clients, this most complete and up-to-date book is packed with more than 300 inspiring photographs along with hundreds of design solutions and topnotch advice to help inform smart decisions.
Download or read book Decks and Patios For Dummies written by Robert Beckstrom and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1998-03-30 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life is just so much sweeter when experienced from a good deck or patio. Breezes, sunlight, the smells of the garden, birdsongs…just a few minutes in your own backyard can enliven the senses and rejuvenate the spirit. Meals become relaxed affairs. Food tastes better. Conversations are richer. Time eases its hectic demands and drifts by at a more congenial pace. Whether for a neighborhood barbeque or just a quiet afternoon with a paperback, decks and patios offer us the perfect space to kick back and let the good times roll. Decks and Patios for Dummies contains everything you need to know to design and build your dream deck or patio. Full of practical tips and clear, simple instructions, it shows the do-it-yourselfer how to solve problems in design and construction while avoiding pitfalls and unnecessary expenses. You’ll find useful information on: Choosing the location Sizing Choosing materials Preparing the site Building Adding barbeques, fireplaces, etc. Maintenance This is a start-to-finish guide on all aspects of deck and patio construction – including when you should seek help from the professionals! Designed to make the most of your budget, it walks you through: Dealing with contractors, codes, and feasibility The building checklist Lighting, outlets, faucets, and other add-ons Decks – from frames to finishes Patios: concrete, flagstone, or brick? Steps, stairs, and benches Special details and decorations Whether your project is a patio just big enough for two chaises-lounges or a screened-in, wraparound deck on the side of a mountain, Decks and Patios for Dummies makes building understandable and fun with illustrations, diagrams, helpful sidebars, and a color insert of photos to stir the imagination. Take advantage of this comprehensive guide and build your dream deck today.
Download or read book Porches and Patios written by Time-Life Books and published by Time Life Medical. This book was released on 1981 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text, diagrams, and step-by-step illustrations explain how to build a wraparound porch, terraces, wind shields, and wood decks.
Download or read book Ultimate Guide written by Editors Of Creative Homeowner and published by Creative Homeowner. This book was released on 2009-11 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to plan, design and build a deck, in a resource that offers step-by-step instructions for 30 deck projects, complete with floor plans and materials lists; money- and time-saving tip boxes that reveal carpenters' tricks of the trade; 545 color photos and 325 color illustrations; and more. Original. 15,000 first printing.
Download or read book The JLC Guide to Decks and Porches Best Practices for Outdoor Spaces written by Journal of Light Construction and published by Journal of Light Construction Books. This book was released on 2010-03-01 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Popular Mechanics MoneySmart Makeovers written by Rick Peters and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2005 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Kitchens and Bathrooms written by Time-Life Books and published by Time Life Medical. This book was released on 1981 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Patios and Decks written by Coleen Cahill and published by Barnes & Noble Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From spacious lawns to city apartments with limited roof space, you can make your patio or deck functional and comfortable. Use brick, wood, stone, or tile on a fun poolside patio. Build a freestanding gazebo or pavilion. Add luxurious amenities: hot tubs, extensive grill setups, and outdoor ovens. Focus on hammocks to lounge in, plant boxes to beautify, or umbrellas to shield you from the sun.
Download or read book Deck Designs written by Steve Cory and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Created for both the do-it-yourselfer and those who wish to work with a professional to achieve the desired results, this reference provides basic design instruction for building a deck and takes an in-depth look at the work of four of the country's most successful deck builders.
Download or read book 1001 Ideas for Outdoor Spaces written by Brett Martin and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2008-03 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether budget allows for a few added accessories and plants or a full landscaping project complete with a deck or patio, this book will offer readers the many options they have to get the perfect outdoor space. With hundreds of photos, this text sets the perfect foundation for the dream outdoor space.
