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Black & Decker The Complete Outdoor Builder - Updated Edition

Sections on yard surveying, drawing plans, and understanding local building codes.

Basic techniques for working with wood (cedar, redwood, and pressure-treated), concrete, brick, stone, and roofing materials.

Technical overviews on determining lumber size and understanding structural loads.

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Detailed instructions for adding garden ponds, decorative fountains, raised garden beds, and brick barbecues. Core Planning & Techniques