Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #66735 in Books
• Published on: 2005-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 320 pages

Synopsis
Updated and revised, an illustrated handbook provides detailed instructions for designing and planning a deck and deck furnishings, including tools, materials, and techniques, with complete plans and directions for ten different decks and accessories. Original. 40,000 first printing.

Customer Reviews

A good comprehensive resource
I build decks for a living and thought I would take a look at a few books for more design ideas, although most of what was contained in this book I already knew, I still found tips that were very useful, The book is based mainly on American standards so imperial measurements are in use throughout the book but that's not a problem really and Americans have been building decks for a very long time, so for the beginner and novice I would recommend this book.
I bought brand new from Amazon and delivery was just a few days, so service was excellent as was the book.

Top book pity about the retailer
This book is amazing, and has all you need to build your own deck. But. I`d beware of who sells it for amazon as mine took 4 weeks to arrive!!!!

Nevertheless, building a deck is not a piece of cake..
GREAT book!!!
Everything is detailed and explained.
Reliable and thorough text.
Step-by-step pictures.
However, if you are a casual handyman you'll find out that building a deck isn't just a weekend's work. Best results come with a bit of help from a smart friend or relative... A friend of mine who overestimated himself set out for a deck and ended up with a horror that had to be taken down half way through :-))))
I'm doing just great with mine.
Good Luck!