| Three generations of masons recognize Dick Kreh as the most respected voice in professional masonry instruction.
Kreh distills his 40 years of teaching experience into a single volume that provides the novice builder, serious homeowner—or anyone who wants to try his hand in masonry work—with current methods and up-to-date information. Building with Masonry is also for experienced professionals who want to expand their knowledge and craft with the proven methods and challenging projects clearly illustrated in the book.
As a bonus, the book includes a chapter on concrete, which is an essential part of all brick and concrete block jobs.
Also included are chapters on:
- Masonry Tools and Materials
- Bond Patterns and Wall Types
- Laying Block and Brick
- Fundamentals of Concrete
- Masonry Repair and Restoration
Table of Contents
Introduction—Chapter 1: Masonry Building Materials; Chapter 2: Masonry Tools and Equipment; Chapter 3: Bond Patterns and Wall Type; Chapter 4: Fundamental of Laying Brick; Chapter 5: Laying Brick to the Line; Chapter 6: Laying Concrete Block; Chapter 7: Fundamentals of Concrete Work; Chapter 8: Masonry Repair and Restoration; Glossary; Index. |
