Description
Product ID: | 9781861267788 |
Product Form: | Hardback |
Country of Manufacture: | IN |
Title: | Driveways, Paths and Patios - A Complete Guide to Design Management and Construction |
Authors: | Author: Tony McCormack |
Page Count: | 176 |
Subjects: | Building construction and materials, Building construction & materials, DIY: general, Garden design and planning, DIY: general, Garden design & planning |
Description: | Select Guide Rating Driveways, paths and patios are an essential part of most properties, and this comprehensive book provides a detailed explanation of exactly how they are designed, planned, and constructed. It describes the range of tools and equipment needed, and also details the constructions of kerbs and edging and laying methods for flags, block paving. Driveways, paths and patios are an essential part of most properties and this comprehensive book provides a detailed explanation of exactly how they are designed, planned and constructed.Discusses the design of driveways, paths and patios with reference to their planned use, style, size, gradients and special features such as steps, ramps and terraces. Considers the range of materials available including block paving, flags, slabs, setts, cubes, cobbles, loose aggregates, plain & patterned concrete and tarmac. Analyses how to estimate costs and making the choice between the DIY approach and using a professional contractor. Examines the critical issue of drainage. Lays bare the mathematics associated with accurate setting-out and levelling. Describes the range of tools and equipment needed. Details the correct constructions of kerbs and edging and laying methods for flags, block paving and much more. |
Imprint Name: | The Crowood Press Ltd |
Publisher Name: | The Crowood Press Ltd |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2006-04-28 |