Woodwork for the Garden
Alan and Gill Bridgewater
Sixteen functional yet attractive woodwork projects for the garden, including trellis and planters, a garden shed and decking. With expert advice on staining and varnishing wood for the outdoors to ensure that it lasts, this book is an essential practical guide to making outdoor projects in wood.
ISBN 1 85974 619 5 hardback
Price: £14.99 FEBRUARY 2002
STEP BY STEP PRACTICAL GUIDE SERIES
An accessible yet creative collection of outdoor DIY guides providing practical advice on how to create fabulous garden features. Each title is packed with useful tips on tools and materials and includes easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams and step-by-step photographs to guide the reader through the construction of a wide range of innovative projects. The eye-catching results are displayed in their garden settings and there are inspirational sections featuring more ideas for the keen DIY enthusiast to adapt.
Series Specification: 128 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 120 colour photographs and 40 colour artworks and diagrams Approximately 30,000 words Rights sold: Pol, USA, Can.
Stonework for the Garden
Alan and Jill Bridgewater
Using pavers and stone, rocks and pebbles, this book presents 16 original projects for garden paths, walls and patio floors, as well as attractive features such as a potting table, sundial or camomile bench. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced stone-workers seeking new inspiration.
ISBN 1 85974 621 7 hardback
Price: £14.99
Water Features for the Garden
Alan and Gill Bridgewater
Suitable for all styles and sizes of garden, this book includes 16 beautiful projects, from the classic wall-mounted fountain spout, traditional cascade and pond to an authentic Japanese-style bamboo water pump and witty water sculptures. There is something here for every taste, budget and level of ability.
ISBN 1 85974 442 7 hardback
Price: £14.99
Outdoor Paint Techniques and Faux Finishes
Louise Hennigs and Marina Niven
Painting the outside of your home is now as important as interior design. This book provides a wide range of original ideas, all stunningly photographed, plus a range of special projects, from large to small, all with step-by-step instructions to put the paint effects into easy-to-follow practice. Creators of the best-selling Decorative Paint Finishes, the authors have now turned their considerable talents and experience to this vogue subject.
128 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 200 colour photographs 25,000 words ISBN 1 85974 922 4 hardback
Price: £14.99 SEPTEMBER 2002
Outdoor Style
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
Authoritatively written and beautifully photographed by acknowledged experts, this is a complete guide to garden planning and outdoor living. It provides ideas for a variety of garden styles and focuses on all aspects of exterior design.
208 pages 275 x 240 mm / 10¼ x 9½ in 400 colour photographs 55,000 words Rights Sold: Man, Pol US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85368 250 0 paperback
Price: £18.99
Outdoor Paint Effects
Susan Cohen
Featuring 18 projects demonstrating a range of fabulous paint effects for outdoor use, this book shows patinated and ageing finishes as well as lead, wood, rust and Swedish-style effects on a variety of surfaces. Clear step-by-step instructions and photographs and an introduction to tools and materials make this an excellent reference.
96 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 125 colour photographs 13,700 words January 2001 Rights sold: USA, Can ISBN 1 85974 410 9 hardback
Price: £12.99
The Complete Book of Step-By-Step Outdoor DIY
Mike Lawrence, Penny Swift, Janek Szymanowski
Outdoor living is one of life’s great pleasures, and the photographs, plans and ideas in this book will inspire you to design and build your own features and structures for the patio and garden. From paths, steps and patios to water features, planters and walls, this book features over 60 step-by-step projects made from wood, brick and stone.
288 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in Over 300 photographs and 150 two-colour artworks 90,000 words ISBN 1 85974 407 9 hardback
Price: £24.99
Complete Book of Outdoor DIY
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
A comprehensive guide to building walls and fences, paths and patios and wooden structures such as pergolas and garden sheds. Includes planning advice and step-by-step instructions for individual projects.
256 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in Over 600 colour photographs 80 two-colour artworks 100,000 words US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85368 732 4 hardback
Price: £17.99
The Big Book of Outdoor DIY
Mike Lawrence, Penny Swift, Janek Szymanowski
Over 75 projects for outdoor brick work, wooden structures, paving slabs and stone and a range of water features make this a perfect handbook for improving your outdoor space.
288 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in Over 400 colour photographs 200 artworks 120,000 words US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85368 693 X hardback
Price: £24.99
Bird Boxes and Feeders
Alan and Gill Bridgewater Bird consultant: Stephen Moss
An invaluable reference for both woodworkers and bird lovers, this book gives advice on nesting and feeding habits of birds and how to attract them. The book features 11 expert-approved projects including a bird table, a feeding station and a Japanese-style bird bath plus traditional boxes and a dovecote. Includes clear photographs, helpful diagrams and concise, step-by-step text.
80 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in Approximately 120 colour photographs plus templates 18,000 words Rights Sold: USA, Can ISBN 1 85974 175 4 hardback
Price: £12.99
Home Extensions
Paul Hymers
The essential guide on how to plan and supervise the building of a home extension, including everything from planning and the law to dealing with architects, builders and other contractors – right through to the final coat of paint. Also includes informationon loft conversions and conservatories. The author is a government Building Control Officer.
176 pages 210 x 148 mm / 8¼ x 6 in Black and white artworks and diagrams 60,000 words ISBN 1 85974 146 0 paperback
Price: £7.99
Walls and Fences
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
64 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 185 colour photographs 10 colour artworks 30,000 words Rights Sold: Cz, Rus, Slk, US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85974 748 5 paperback
Price: £7.99
BUILD YOUR OWN SERIES
This series offers a wealth of information on planning, costing and executing DIY outdoor projects. Each book gives detailed advice on structural and design considerations and provides step-by-step photographs for basic building methods. Diagrams and clear instructions for individual projects and dozens of photographs will inspire DIY beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Garden Brickwork
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
64 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 160 colour photographs 10 colour artworks 30,000 words Rights Sold: Cz, Rus, Slk, US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85974 745 0 paperback
Price: £7.99
Garden Woodwork
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
64 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 170 colour photographs 16 colour artworks 30,000 words Rights Sold: Cz, Rus, Slk US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85974 746 9 paperback
Price: £7.99
Paths, Steps & Patios
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
64 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in 160 colour photographs 16 colour artworks 30,000 words Rights Sold: Cz, Rus, Slk US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 8597 747 7 paperback
Price: £7.99 FEBRUARY 2003
STEP BY STEP SERIES
This practical DIY series covers all you need to know about how to estimate costs and quantities for your own projects, measure accurately, avoid costly mistakes and create exciting and easy-to-build projects which will improve your home and garden. Each title contains useful advice from DIY professionals, diagrams for many projects and clear instructions for perfect results every time. Most projects can easily be adapted to your needs.
Series Specification: 96 pages, 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in, 30,000 words Over 110 colour photographs and diagrams, over 50 two-colour and black and white artworks
Outdoor Woodwork
Mike Lawrence
Rights Sold: Dut, Pol, Rus, Sp US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85368 225 X paperback
Price: £7.99
Outdoor Stonework
Mike Lawrence
Rights Sold: Dut, Rus, Sp, USA, Can ISBN 1 85368 262 4 paperback
Price: £7.99
Outdoor Brickwork
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
Rights Sold: Pol, Rus, Sp US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85368 091 5 paperback
Price: £7.99
Ponds, Pools and Rockeries
Penny Swift and Janek Szymanowski
Rights Sold: Pol US Distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85368 539 9 paperback
Price: £7.99
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