A Guide to Dry Stone Walling (Hardcover)

Dry stone walling is one of the oldest of countryside crafts, and these attractive structures form one of the most striking features of the rural landscape, whether on upland pastures, fell or moorland. The author looks into the history and development of dry stone walling before demonstrating how to build a wall with step-by-step explanations accompanied by photographs and diagrams. Topics include: how to acquire suitable stone; tools of the trade; basic walling technique; building or repairing a curved wall; walling on slopes and, finally, gapping, retaining walls and variations. Illustrated throughout, this book will be enjoyable reading for all those interested in rural crafts.

General

Imprint:	The Crowood Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2001
First published:	July 2001
Authors:	Andy Radford
Dimensions:	242 x 170 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	128
ISBN-13:	978-1-86126-444-2
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > General Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Building construction & materials > General Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Building skills > General
LSN:	1-86126-444-5
Barcode:	9781861264442

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