- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: Storey Books (August 1989)
- ISBN-10: 0882665693
- ISBN-13: 978-0882665696
- Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 22.1 x 1.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 816 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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An introduction to the art and craft of creating stone structures with step-by-step project instructions.
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Concrete and steel may weigh as much, but nothing can rival stone for its beauty and durability. Building With Stone is an introduction to the art and craft of creating stone structures and projects by a man who has made stonework his vocation. Throughout the book is Charles McRaven's stonebuilding philosophy -- that careful craftsmanship and time well spent during construction will repay itself many times over. The physical challenges will be offset by tremendous satisfaction and the knowledge that long after the builder is gone, the structure will stand as a personal and historical monument. Based on years of experience, this book will educate the novice and inspire the seasonal artisan. A stonebuilder at any level will learn how to evaluate each stone and undertake each step in the procedure with an eye toward aesthetics and useful permanence. In addition to introductory material on acquiring stone and what tools will be necessary, there are chapters with step-by-step instructions on how to build: -- walls -- buttresses -- stone fireplaces -- a barbecue pit -- a stone dam -- a stone bridge -- a spring house -- even a home or barn The final chapter is on proper restoration techniques for stone structures. Not just a how-to book, but also a good read, Building With Stone is sure to be a reference book and constant companion for all manner of stone journeymen, and will prove to be as enduring a volume as the structures it recommends.
--This text refers to the
Paperback
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Introduction to Traditional Stone Masonry,
By A Customer
This review is from: Building with Stone (Paperback)
This is an excellent first book for those who want to learn about building with stone as an old-world craftsman, rather than a money-hungry contractor or assembly-line modern mason. Charles McRaven does not fill his book with theory, but with practical methods and ideas which are true to proper masonry techniques but allow even the most novice to begin to lay stone right away. The anecdotal style of this book makes it an easy read, and inspires confidence to pick up that trowel for the first time!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Little bit of everything.,
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This review is from: Building with Stone (Paperback)
This book seems to have a bit of everything that has to do with traditional stone masonry. It shows how to build different types of buildings and objects. Pictures are only in Black and White. If your looking for a full colour glossy paged book on stone architecture this is not for you.
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4.3 out of 5 stars (10 customer reviews) 114 of 118 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Introduction to Traditional Stone Masonry,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Building with Stone (Paperback)
This is an excellent first book for those who want to learn about building with stone as an old-world craftsman, rather than a money-hungry contractor or assembly-line modern mason. Charles McRaven does not fill his book with theory, but with practical methods and ideas which are true to proper masonry techniques but allow even the most novice to begin to lay stone right away. The anecdotal style of this book makes it an easy read, and inspires confidence to pick up that trowel for the first time!
31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Little bit of everything.,
By Scott Knudsen - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Building with Stone (Paperback)
This book seems to have a bit of everything that has to do with traditional stone masonry. It shows how to build different types of buildings and objects. Pictures are only in Black and White. If your looking for a full colour glossy paged book on stone architecture this is not for you.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great starter book!,
By hk538 - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Building with Stone (Paperback)
This book was better than I expected. I was hoping for color photographs, but it has B&W only. Doesn't get into a lot of details, but covers quite a few topics on the subject of stone masonry. I agree with previous review. Would have been great if the section on Mortaring Stone could have been more detailed. All in all, a good starting book to refer to.
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