Fences, Gates and Garden Houses

Fences, Gates and Garden Houses
Author: Carl F. Schmidt
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2013-05-27
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0486299201

A treasure trove of measured drawings and photographs, this volume depicts wood fences, gates, and small garden houses of New England. Several of these elegantly detailed constructions were built between the Revolutionary War and 1825, and many of them no longer exist. Restorationists and preservationists will find this collection a valuable resource.

Fences, Gates and Garden Houses

Fences, Gates and Garden Houses
Author: Carl Frederick Schmidt
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 0486489159

A treasure trove of measured drawings and photographs, this volume depicts wood fences, gates, and small garden houses of New England. Several of these elegantly detailed constructions were built between the Revolutionary War and 1825, and many of them no longer exist. Restorationists and preservationists will find this collection a valuable resource.

Small Buildings, Small Gardens

Small Buildings, Small Gardens
Author: Gordon Hayward
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2007
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9781586857059

Gardens are filled with structures: gazebos and pergolas, pools andhildren's playspaces, sheds, fences and arbors. These pose a uniquehallenge to planning a landscape that successfully navigates and envelopeshe structures. Landscape design expert, Gordon Hayward, presents situationsn which garden structures have successfully been incorporated into theverall plan. With clear, straightforward and insightful text this is fullyllustrated with photographs and watercolors. It is a thoroughlynspirational and practical resource.

Young House Love

Young House Love
Author: Sherry Petersik
Publisher: Artisan
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2015-07-14
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1579656765

This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.

How to Build a Fence

How to Build a Fence
Author: Jeff Beneke
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2015-02-27
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1612124437

Whether you want to protect your garden, provide a safe enclosure for pets, or add privacy, this Storey BASICS® guide covers you everything you need to know to build the perfect fence. Offering clear step-by-step instructions, Jeff Beneke shows you how to construct a variety of fences from wood, vinyl, and chain link. With designs that are easily adaptable to all types of yards, you’ll soon be putting up a functional and beautiful fence that works with your landscape.

Building Bamboo Fences

Building Bamboo Fences
Author: Isao Yoshikawa
Publisher: Japan Publications Trading
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2001
Genre: Bamboo construction
ISBN: 9784889960808

Eleven prominent styles of bamboo fence are presented, giving a basic understanding of the art form, with detailed building instructions and design ideas for each.

HomeMade

HomeMade
Author: Ken Braren
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2012-11-12
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1612122280

Discover the satisfaction of building your own lawn chairs, fences, bootjacks, cold frames, and compost bins. Ken Braren and Roger Griffith show you how to build a variety of easy-to-make items for your home and garden that are designed to save you money and make your life easier. Even if you have limited construction experience, the simple instructions and clear illustrations in this guide will have you confidently crafting your own potting bench and building a basement closet.