{"product_id":"stonework-techniques-and-projects-by-charles-mcraven","title":"Stonework: Techniques and Projects by Charles McRaven","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStonework: Techniques and Projects by Charles McRaven\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the lasting satisfaction of working with stone. Master stonemason Charles McRaven covers everything you need to know about working with different types of stone to create a variety of durable and elegant features. Clear enough for the beginning stonemason, this guide includes a thorough overview of the proper techniques for handling, cutting, and shaping stone. With illustrated instructions for 22 projects that include garden paths, walls, seats, waterfalls, and even a bridge, you’ll soon be confidently crafting your own inspired stone creations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Stonework: Techniques and Projects\" by Charles McRaven is a practical guide for both beginners and experienced stonemasons, covering the full range of skills needed to work with stone to create durable, elegant, and functional features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by Storey Publishing in 1997, the book is designed to be clear and accessible, making it suitable for those new to stonemasonry. It blends foundational knowledge with hands-on project instruction, offering a balance between theory and practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Topics Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone types and sources: Guidance on selecting the right stone for a project, including local and regional options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandling, cutting, and shaping: Step-by-step techniques for safely and effectively working with stone, including tools and safety considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProject design and execution: Illustrated instructions for 22 projects, such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden paths\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetaining walls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntryways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone bridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaterfalls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAesthetic and functional considerations: Tips for achieving both beauty and durability in stonework.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLike New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e No issues noted\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee all pictures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease contact us with any questions!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksAndTools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44148760969281,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/8107\/0913\/files\/IMG_5294_9b1f10e7-0309-4a3c-89cd-991d1969f66b.jpg?v=1783451516","url":"https:\/\/booksandtools.com\/products\/stonework-techniques-and-projects-by-charles-mcraven","provider":"BooksAndTools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}