Weekend Outdoor DIY: 40 Step-by-Step Projects for Garden, Stonework, Decking and Ponds

Weekend Outdoor DIY: 40 Step-by-Step Projects for Garden, Stonework, Decking and Ponds
ISBN-10
1845372077
ISBN-13
9781845372071
Category
Do-it-yourself work
Pages
272
Language
English
Published
2006
Authors
Alan Bridgewater, Gill Bridgewater, Bryan Hirst

Description

Aimed at the weekend DIY enthusiast, this practical and attractive guide will appeal to anyone who wants to brighten up their garden with stonework features, durable decking or a beautiful pond. Functional and decorative projects range from a traditional decking boardwalk to a a simple rockery, a natural-looking stream or mosaic pond to a Japanese bridge. There are projects to suit every style and size garden, with all the expertise, information and techniques needed to get started. Weekend Outdoor DIY is packed with useful information on designing and planning, essential tools and materials and basic techniques. All forty projects have easy-to-follow instructions, step-by-step photography and clear construction diagrams. The finished projects are photographed in their garden setting, making this an inspirational as well as practical guide.

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