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Stone House: A Guide To Selfbuilding With Slipforms,New
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You Wont Need To Be An Expert Stonemason Or Even Have Much Construction Experience To Build Your Own House With One Of The Worlds Most Traditional Building Materialsstone. Stone A Guide To Selfbuilding With Slipforms Contains All The Information Youll Need To Successfully Build A Stone Home For Yourself, From Clearing The Building Site To Topping The Stone Walls In Preparation For Roof Framing. While Providing A Wealth Of Information On A Range Of Relevant Subjects, Tomm Stanley Uses An Instructional Narrative To Lead Readers Through The Process Of Building With Stone And Slipforms. This Is The First Book Dedicated To Slipform Stone Masonry In Many Years. Topics Traditional Stonemasonry And Slipforming,* Basic Geology And Where To Source Suitable Stone,* Passive Solar Principles,* Concrete Making And Techniques For Molding And Casting Concrete, And * Methods For Restoring Recycled Wooden Windows And Doors. Theres Even A Section On The Usage Of Metric Measurement Written Especially For Americans From The View Of An American Now Living In A Metric Country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Stone House: A Guide to Self-Building With Slipforms'? A: The book focuses on teaching readers how to build their own stone homes using slipform techniques, providing step-by-step guidance from site preparation to the completion of the structure.
- Q: Do I need prior construction experience to use this book? A: No, the book is designed for beginners and does not require prior stonemasonry or extensive construction experience.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a variety of topics including traditional stonemasonry, sourcing suitable stone, passive solar principles, concrete making, and methods for restoring wooden windows and doors.
- Q: Is this book suitable for American readers? A: Yes, the book includes a section on metric measurement specifically tailored for American readers, making it accessible for those accustomed to the imperial system.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 208 pages, providing a comprehensive guide to building with stone.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable,' which may indicate some wear and tear, but it is still usable for its intended purpose.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Stone House: A Guide to Self-Building With Slipforms' is Tomm Stanley.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can I find practical tips for building techniques in this book? A: Yes, the book provides practical tips and techniques for working with stone and slipforms, aimed at helping readers successfully complete their building projects.