Building The Perfect Gazebo: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Average Rating: out of 3 Reviews
Price: $17.95
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Manufacturer: Lark Books
EAN (European Article Number): 9781579903428
Number of Items: 1
Binding: Paperback
Author: David Schiff
Publisher: Lark Books
Dewey Decimal Number: 690.89
Publication Date: 2004-05-28
Reading Level: 160
Description:
From floor to ceiling, this is the guide that will take backyard builders step by step through the entire process of constructing an individualized, impressive gazebo. Every picture-filled chapter hones in on a particular aspect, explaining how to choose the style; pick a site; select materials; lay out the gazebo; erect and install floors and posts; make railings; assemble the roof; and much more. Then, in meticulous detail, the manual follows the building of one gazebo from start to finish. Beautiful photographs showcase a variety of styles, while sidebars feature images of innovative details. You’ll even discover how to meet special challenges, such as fancy frieze boards.
Customer Reviews
Review Summary: Concise and clear!
Date: 2008-02-06
Details: A well-planned and tasteful gazebo complements the home and makes for an at-home getaway spot. Author Dave Schiff takes a "hands on" approach to building the perfect gazebo, including detailed photographs and illustrations that elucidate the mysteries of roof framing and foundations. Of particular interest are the handrail details that outline precisely how to construct Victorian and traditional style handrails rather than the bolt-on Home Depot run-of-the-mill designs. Several styles of roofs, railings, and floor plans are detailed with marvelous photographs and drawings. In a significant departure from the octagonal gazebo, the author also offers details on a hexagonal variety.
This is a "must read" for anyone wishing to have a gazebo that differs from the garden variety prefab units that are commonly purchased at a highway graden center.
Review Summary: Is What It Says
Date: 2006-07-18
Details: I recently purchased two books on gazebos from Amazon. My daughter is getting married in the spring and we plan on building one. This book really is what it says...step by step "how to". It is good. Of the two books I purchased this was the most helpful.
Review Summary: Very informative!
Date: 2004-08-16
Details: Received the book not long ago and read it all in one sitting. I've learned alot and I'm looking forward to builing my very own Gazebo. I would definately recommend it to all my friends, well at least those interested in building one. ;)
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