Weekend Outdoor Diy - Softcover

Hirst, Bryan; Bridgewater, Alan; Bridgewater, Gill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1845372077 ISBN 13: 9781845372071

Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd, 2006

Synopsis

Aimed at the weekend DIY enthusiast, this practical and attractive guide will appeal to anyone who wants to brighten up their garden with stonework features, durable decking or a beautiful pond. Functional and decorative projects range from a traditional decking boardwalk to a simple rockery, a natural-looking stream or mosaic pond to a Japanese bridge. There are projects to suit every style and size garden, with all the expertise, information and techniques needed to get started. "Weekend Outdoor DIY" is packed with useful information on designing and planning, essential tools and materials and basic techniques. All forty projects have easy-to-follow instructions, step-by-step photography and clear construction diagrams. The finished projects are photographed in their garden setting, making this an inspirational as well as practical guide.

About this title

About the Author

Bryan Hirst is qualified in Landscape Studies and Contract Management. He turned his attention to water gardening and has run his own company, Waterlands, since 1996, creating, restoring and developing ponds, lakes and water features for a range of clients. Alan & Gill Bridgewater have an international reputation as successful producers of DIY, design and craft books, on subjects including garden projects, furniture-making, wood-carving and pottery. They also contribute to various DIY and craft magazines on both sides of the Atlantic.

Edition details

• Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1845372077
• ISBN 13: 9781845372071
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 272