Urban, suburban and exurban alike, homeowners everywhere have rediscovered the classic beauty of natural stone—the original low-maintenance building material. But along with such backyard standards as bluestone and slate, engineered products that replicate the look and feel of real stone have made considerable inroads into the stonescaping marketplace. Lightweight and easy to install, they are a great choice for do-it-yourselfers who want their home to stand out from the crowd. Whether the project is cobbled together from quarried granite or snapped in place with faux veneer stones, John Deere’s Stonescaping Made Simple shows you exactly what you need to know to do the job right yourself – and without breaking the bank (or your back) in the process.
Stonescaping Made Simple features information on basic tools and techniques, designing with stone, several complete projects shown with step-by-step photos, and a gallery of gorgeous, idea-generating project photos that are sure to inspire.
About the Author
David Griffin is a highly-sought professional handyman with a growing reputation as a freelance writer. He is the author of Plumbing 101, and the editor of Fences, Gates & Garden Walls. He lives in Minneapolis, MN.
Kristen Hampshire is an award-winning writer. Her work has been published in a wide range of nationally recognized magazines. She has also served as an editor for two green industry publications, Commercial Dealer and Bayer Environmental Science's Lawn Care Professional. Her most recent book is John Deere's Landscaping and Lawn Care. She lives in Lakewood, OH.
Product Details
- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: Creative Publishing international (March 1, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1589234421
- ISBN-13: 978-1589234420
- Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches