Plan an epic new patio, redo a current problem space, or design and install a path for any area of the yard—with up-to-date advice and photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions from a trusted brand.
In BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Patios Updated 4th Edition, you’ll find a deep dive into various projects that will help you make the most of your outdoors areas:
- Effective Patio Edging
- Brick and Cobblestone Paver Patios
- Mortared Patios with Lasting Appeal
- Durable Concrete Slab Patios
- Loose Fill Patio with a Fire Pit
- Attractive Sandset Brick, Poured Concrete, Mortared Brick, and Flagstone Walkways
- Rubber Tile Patios
- A Comprehensive Guide to Permeable Subbases and Composite Permeable Pavers
In addition to the hardworking patio and path projects that made the original edition a top-seller in the category, t his new edition includes:
- Illuminating your outdoor space with Hardwired Landscape Lighting to define various areas, from cozy conversation spots to poolside surroundings.
- Installing a Shade Sail to provide ample shade, ensuring you’re always comfortable, even when standard umbrellas fall short.
- A versatile Custom Wooden Bar, adaptable to your preferred style, whether it’s tiki or traditional.
- A DIY-friendly Stacked Stone Outdoor Kitchen for those who prefer crafting their own culinary oasis.
- A Privacy Screen Planter to create a buffer from neighbors or carve out a secluded area within your space.
- Fresh galleries for endless inspiration when you need it the most.
If you’re seeking inspiration and guidance to kick-start your patio project or you’re looking for the perfect path or patio makeover to elevate your space from good to great, BLACK+DECKER has it covered.
Sobre el autor
Chris Peterson is a veteran home improvement and design author. Among the many books he has written are Barndominiums, 5-Gallon Bucket Book, Building with Secondhand Stuff, Manskills, four books in the Ideas You Can Use series, and many books in Cool Springs Press’s BLACK+DECKER Complete Guide series. He has also co-authored numerous home design books with noted media celebrities. He lives in Ashland, Oregon.