
Charles McRaven, a dedicated stonemason for more than 50 years, brings his practical experience and deep respect for the material to The Stone Primer, the essential guide for homeowners interested in adding stone to any setting, indoors or out. Here is everything readers will want to consider when beginning a do-it-yourself project, hiring a professional stonemason to carry out a difficult design,...
Hardcover: 272 pages
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC (July 12, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9781580176699
ISBN-13: 978-1580176699
ASIN: 1580176690
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 0.9 x 11.2 inches
Amazon Rank: 2568435
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I am thinking of doing some stone work INSIDE my house. I looked around and I got this book through interlibrary loan. I liked it so much that I ordered a copy. It has quite a few pictures, but they are interesting and show how things are put togeth...
planning and dreaming in stone.Know the properties of common types of stone. Choose, collect, and move the right stones for the project. Place them in perfect layers, make them fit with the proper tools, and learn the basics of drystacking and mortaring. McRaven covers it all in detailed how-to chapters, embellished with anecdotes, historical tidbits, and profiles of noted masons.Following the basic techniques are dozens of projects to browse for inspiration or use as practical guidance. Designs for the home include everything from structural masonry (stone foundations, columns, and chimneys) to interior accents (fireplaces, hearths, floors, and countertops). Landscaping uses include flagstone pathways and patios, several kinds of walls, water features, gazebos, bridges, and even stone sheds and houses. Full-color photographs and illustrations provide how-to sequences for the budding stonemason and inspirational images for anyone interested in bringing the weight and permanence of stone to the home.