Ultimate Guide to Fences, Arbors & Trellises: Plan, Design, Build [ Site planning -- Tools and materials for fences -- Fence designs -- Wood fences -- Metal fences -- Vinyl fences -- Specialty fences -- Gates -- Finishing and repairs -- Trellises and arbors design guide -- Tools and materials for trellises and arbors -- Trellis projects -- Arbor projects -- Plants for trellises and arbors. ]

Donegan, fran ; Kathryn Wityk, Steve Wilson, Bill Hylton, Miranda Smith, Robyn Poplasky, Jennifer Calvert, Glee Barre, Michael Gellatly, Frank Rohrbacj, Brian Vanden Brink, Walter Chandoha, Donna Chiarelli ; Timothy I Bakke, Kimberly H Vivas, David Geer, Creative Homeowner

ISBN 10: 1580113907 / ISBN 13: 9781580113908

Published by Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Creative Homeowner, c2008., 2008

About this Item

1st ed., 2nd printing ; 287 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm ; ISBN 9781580113908, 1580113907 ; OCLC 191954778 ; LCCN 2007933859 ; LOC No TH4965 .U48 2008 ; stiff paper wrappers ; Fences & Gates: Plan, Design, Build is aimed at homeowners who would like to install a fence on their property to provide privacy, security, and beauty, or to contain domesticated animals. Anyone who has considered installing a fence can use this book to determine what kind of fence to choose and how to erect it. The book offers a practical combination of design, planning, and construction information. All types of fences are covered, including traditional picket styles and more modern board fences. Wood fences and gates are featured, but there are also chapters on vinyl, chain-link, and other utilitarian systems, such as underground electric pet fences. Individual chapters explain material options and show with step-by-step photo sequences how to install, finish, and repair many types of posts, rails, and gates.; Contents: Site planning -- Tools and materials for fences -- Fence designs -- Wood fences -- Metal fences -- Vinyl fences -- Specialty fences -- Gates -- Finishing and repairs -- Trellises and arbors design guide -- Tools and materials for trellises and arbors -- Trellis projects -- Arbor projects -- Plants for trellises and arbors. ; writing on top of title page ; else FINE.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Ultimate Guide to Fences, Arbors & Trellises: Plan, Design, Build [ Site planning -- Tools and materials for fences -- Fence designs -- Wood fences -- Metal fences -- Vinyl fences -- Specialty fences -- Gates -- Finishing and repairs -- Trellises and arbors design guide -- Tools and materials for trellises and arbors -- Trellis projects -- Arbor projects -- Plants for trellises and arbors. ]
• Publisher: Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Creative Homeowner, c2008.
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1580113907
• ISBN 13: 9781580113908
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Book Type: Book

About this title

Synopsis

The Ultimate Guide to Fences, Trellises, and Arbors provides detailed information on designing and building fences, gates, trellises, and arbors. In addition to coverage of basic construction techniques, fence layout, and fitting the fence, trellis, or arbor to the requirements of the yard, the book details the building of a variety of fence types as well as distinctive trellis and arbor designs. Step-by-step photographs guide the reader through the design and construction processes. Dozens of photographs of fences, gates, arbors, and trellises inspire the reader to enhance his or her landscape through the use of these structures. Projects range from those any weekend home improver can master to those best suited to the experienced carpenter.

About the Author

Creative Homeowner is a leading and trusted source for the best information, inspiration, and instruction related to the house and home. Over the past 25 years, Creative Homeowner has grown significantly to include titles covering all aspects of decorating and design; home repair and improvement; house plans; gardening and landscaping; home arts; and outdoor pursuits. Creative Homeowner's books and online information are known by consumers for their complete and easy-to-follow instructions, up-to-date information, and extensive use of color photography. Among its best-selling titles are Decorating with Architectural Trimwork, Wiring, and Landscaping with Stone. Creative Homeowner is headquartered in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey.