The complete guide to stonescaping : dry-stacking, mortaring, paving & gardenscaping

The complete guide to stonescaping Dry-stacking, mortaring, paving & gardenscaping

David Reed, 1957-

Book - 2013

Presents the basics of stonescaping, and introduces techniques and step-by-step illustrated instructions for building dry-stacked walls, paths, patios, terraces, benches, and other projects.

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Subjects
Garden structures > Design and construction > Amateurs' manuals.
Stonemasonry > Amateurs' manuals.
Stone in landscape gardening.
Published
New York, NY : Lark [2013]
Language
English
Main Author
David Reed, 1957- (-)
Item Description
"This book is comprised of materials from the following Lark Crafts and Sterling Publishing titles: The art & craft of stonework, ©2002 by David Reed. The art & craft of stonescaping, ©1999 by David Reed"--Title page verso.
Physical Description
216 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9781454703877
  • All about stone
  • Tools and basic techniques
  • Dry-stacked walls
  • Dry-laid paving paths
  • Mortared stonework
  • Plants and stone
  • Stones and water
  • Steps, terraces, benches, and borders
  • Stone expressions.
Review by Library Journal Review

Stonemason and instructor Reed highlights the use of stone in outdoor spaces. This compilation of two of the author's earlier books (The Art and Craft of -Stonescaping: Setting & Stacking Stone and The Art & Craft of Stonewood: Dry-Stacking, Mortaring, Paving, Carving, Gardenscaping) includes a thorough introduction to stone varieties, as well as an impressive array of photos illustrating walkways, walls, and garden structures. Reed covers the basics, giving troubleshooting hints and stoneworking tips throughout and providing step-by-step details for a few projects. VERDICT Though the projects aren't numerous, the gorgeous stonework is a useful source of inspiration. Because this title is aimed at intermediate DIYers, readers may benefit from also consulting Pat Sagui's Landscaping with Stone, 2d ed, as it has more handholding for beginners. Handy for garden enthusiasts and home improvement devotees alike; highly recommended. (c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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