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Usually ships in 1 business days | | | | | | Charles McRaven, a dedicated stonemason for more than 50 years, brings his practical experience and deep respect for the material to The Stone Primer, the essential guide for homeowners interested in adding stone to any setting, indoors or out. Here is everything readers will want to consider when beginning a do-it-yourself project, hiring a professional stonemason to carry out a difficult design, or simply planning and dreaming in stone.
Know the properties of common types of stone. Choose, collect, and move the right stones for the project. Place them in perfect layers, make them fit with the proper tools, and learn the basics of drystacking and mortaring. McRaven covers it all in detailed how-to chapters, embellished with anecdotes, historical tidbits, and profiles of noted masons.
Following the basic techniques are dozens of projects to browse for inspiration or use as practical guidance. Designs for the home include everything from structural masonry (stone foundations, columns, and chimneys) to interior accents (fireplaces, hearths, floors, and countertops). Landscaping uses include flagstone pathways and patios, several kinds of walls, water features, gazebos, bridges, and even stone sheds and houses. Full-color photographs and illustrations provide how-to sequences for the budding stonemason and inspirational images for anyone interested in bringing the weight and permanence of stone to the home. | | | |
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| | Product Details | | Author: | Charles McRaven | | Paperback: | 272 pages | | Publisher: | Storey Publishing, LLC | | Publication Date: | July 12, 2007 | | Language: | English | | ISBN: | 1580176704 | | Product Length: | 10.76 inches | | Product Width: | 8.46 inches | | Product Height: | 0.6 inches | | Product Weight: | 2.17 pounds | | Package Length: | 10.8 inches | | Package Width: | 8.5 inches | | Package Height: | 0.8 inches | | Package Weight: | 2.15 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 6 reviews |
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9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
 a pretty good primer Jul 19, 2008
By M. Sheherd
A primer by definition is a book of elementary principals; to this end McRaven succeeded in his intent. The book is full of large color photographs of good masonry used to visually aide in making his points. There are several very good sections on tools required for the job, the type of stone to be used, how stone is moved on the jobsite by the lone mason, and how every mason should start by building dry stack structures to teach them the principals of friction, proper fitting, etc. While While he covers a great deal of projects including retaining walls, patios, dry stack walls, and paths, he severely glosses over three things I was the most interested in;designing and building mortared stone columns, mortared arches, and load bearing structural masonry. As stated above this is a primer, but there is virtually no attention paid these topics. There was scarcely more than a page of typed material about one of the most basic structural element: the arch. Compared with the several pages devoted to tool selection and personal stories of other masons I found that to be troublesome and part of the reason this book receives only 4 stars. I would recommend reading this book because it is thought provoking, and makes you want to go lay a dry stack retaining wall in your back yard, but not build an arch.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Exceptional Feb 19, 2008
By Michelle M. Becker
Of all of the McCraven books I think this is the best. It offers very solid technical information on the art and craft of stonebuilding as well as inspiring profiles on stone artisans and craftsmen working throughout the US. If you're thinking about or planning a stone project this book will provide both instruction and inspiration.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
best yet Jul 07, 2008
By john washington
i now own a handful of books having to do with masonry and stonework, mcraven's 'stone primer' is so far the best. it's well written, his personality comes across nicely providing an enjoyable read. there are also loads of full color pictures of stonework in varying styles and locations. i'll be sure to reference this book often in the future for projects.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
stone wall work Mar 10, 2010
By Jack D. Rokos
First read as a Library book among other books on the same subject by various authors i quickly came to realize that Mr. McRaven's work style, attention to detail was a very good fit for my interest level in the construction of stone walls, etc. His detailed information speaks volumes to his experience and high skill level. His 1997 book, STONEWORK and now this 2007 book STONE PRIMER are all i need to further my apprenticeship as a stone mason.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Very accessible yet informative Jun 16, 2011
By Mike C
To be honest, I'm not done yet. That said, the author is pulling me into the next chapter with a skill I don't usually notice in how-to books. He's got me believing that I can do it although it's not a trivial skill. I especially appreciate the emphasis of what's important and why.
My grandiose ambitions are starting already . . .
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