- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Stackpole Books; illustrated edition edition (Feb 1 1995)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0811730883
- ISBN-13: 978-0811730884
- Product Dimensions: 27.7 x 21.3 x 1 cm
- Shipping Weight: 431 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #653,706 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From Library Journal
Gerhards, a woodworker and author (e.g., How To Sell What You Make, LJ 2/15/90), takes pains to explain the basic concepts and lingo that underlie all types of construction, with particular focus on the construction of outdoors projects. His discussion of the basics meshes nicely with the 15 projects and associated conversion charts he includes. The lists of materials and techniques, as well as the restrictions a project builder might encounter, are instructive and helpful. The line drawings for each project are clear, well marked, and numerous. This is a good introduction to small home projects. For most large do-it-yourself collections.
Alex Hartmann, INFOPHILE, Williamsport, Pa.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Alex Hartmann, INFOPHILE, Williamsport, Pa.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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A professional woodworker offers concise, easy-to-follow directions for would-be backyard builders. Detailed blueprints and instructions are provided for 15 different projects ranging from the simple to the more complex. In addition to specifications for constructing a variety of playhouses, swing sets, and forts, the author also furnishes a wealth of basic tips on building materials, generic foundations, walls, roofs, conventional framing practices, optional accessories, and finishing touches. A handy, cost-effective guide for parents, grandparents, and novice carpenters. Perfect public library fare. Margaret Flanagan
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This book showcases a number of ideas for playhouses and other backyard structures and presents them in a way that even readers with limited experience in building can construct a safe and attractive place for children to play. Read the first page
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This book showcases a number of ideas for playhouses and other backyard structures and presents them in a way that even readers with limited experience in building can construct a safe and attractive place for children to play. Read the first page
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good for play houses, but not for swing sets, etc.,
By Robert Signore (rsignore@yahoo.com) (Cary, NC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Backyard Play Areas You Can Make (Paperback)
This book has great plans for building forts,play-houses, but it does not have much in the way of swings. If you want a swing set play area, better find another book.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good guide to building outdoor play sets.,
By A Customer
This review is from: Backyard Play Areas You Can Make (Paperback)
A very good introduction on constuction. Reviews materials and details methods of building from foundation to roofing. This book also includes detailed plans for fifteen projects for all skill levels. A very good book to use, for the plans or just for the ideas and instructions.
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3.5 out of 5 stars (4 customer reviews) 78 of 87 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good guide to building outdoor play sets.,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Backyard Play Areas You Can Make (Paperback)
A very good introduction on constuction. Reviews materials and details methods of building from foundation to roofing. This book also includes detailed plans for fifteen projects for all skill levels. A very good book to use, for the plans or just for the ideas and instructions.
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
disapointed,
By John C. Hudson - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Backyard Play Areas You Can Make (Paperback)
the book contained almost no items to build like swing sets, slides monkey bars climbing stuff, great if you want a playhouse, but lacked variety. $16 wasted in my opinion don't recomend buying this book.It only had about 20 items to build. omly one swing set. major disapointment.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Informative book,
By Ruth Collins - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Backyard Play Areas You Can Make (Paperback)
Exactly what I needed for my plans for the backyard. I haven't had a chance to start my projects yet, but this book will help a great deal.
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