Repairs and refurbishments (p.6). Resuscitating screens (p.8) -- Extending the life of wood structures (p.11) -- Making repairs in concrete (p.16) -- Rustic decks and elegant porches (p.18). A simple deck (p.20) -- Stairs to a low-lying deck (p.30) -- Decks for the second story (p.34) -- Custom details for a singular deck (p.44) -- Spacious porches with a choice of views (p.52) -- The all-important stairway (p.64) -- A hip roof for a wraparound porch (p.66) -- Ceilings and railings (p.76).
Contents (cont.): Patios of brick and concrete (p.78). Patterns to set in sand or mortar (p.80) -- Bricks without mortar (p.82) -- Groundwork for a concrete slab (p.88) -- Pouring and finishing concrete (p.96) -- A curved bench beside a free-form patio (p.101) -- Brick or flagstone set in mortar (p.102) -- The many possibilities of tile (p.106) -- Increasing the comfort quotient (p.112). Adding screens to bugproof a porch (p.114) -- Shade for a hot summer's day (p.120) -- Index (p.126) -- Acknowledgments (p.128) -- Picture credits (p.128).
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