Product Description

Building a path, a flight of steps or a patio can dramatically alter the design and visual impact of your garden. A path winding out of sight behind a hedge invites exploration and imparts an air of mystery while steps suggest other areas of the garden to be explored. Although such structures have a clear function, it is vital that they are also visually pleasing. With this in mind "Paths, Steps and Patios" presents 16 original projects, ranging from a simple natural stone patio to a decorative Victorian path. Materials used include brick, stone, wooden tiles and green wood.Each has been photographed step-by-step during construction and the finished piece is shown in its garden setting. Clear construction diagrams and concise text accompany every project. With expert advice and information on designing and planning, tools, materials and techniques, this is both an attractive and accessible practical DIY book.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #94421 in Books
• Published on: 2008-01-25
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

About the Author
Alan and Gill Bridgewater have gained an international reputation as producers of woodworking and DIY books on a range of subjects, including furniture-making, hand tool techniques, woodcarving and woodturning. They have written more than 50 highly successful books to date and also write for various DIY magazines on both sides of the Atlantic. They are authors of the New Holland companion titles: Water Features for the Garden and Woodwork for the Garden. They live in Battle, East Sussex.

Customer Reviews

Paths Steps & Patios
I enjoyed the book as it gives you the the basic step by step and gives you things to try.