TY - BOOK AU - Schiff, David, TI - Building the perfect gazebo: a complete step-by-step guide SN - 1579903428 AV - TH4963 .S35 2004 U1 - 690.89 22 PY - 2004/// CY - New York PB - Lark Books KW - Gazebos KW - Design and construction KW - Amateurs' manuals N1 - Includes index; A brief history of gazebos in America -- Choosing a site -- Choosing materials -- Starting out on the right footing -- Building the floor -- Building beams, plates, brackets, and friezes -- Constructing railings -- Building the roof -- One gazebo start to finish N2 - From floor to ceiling, this is the guide that will take backyard builders step by step through the entire process of constructing an individualized, impressive gazebo. Every picture-filled chapter hones in on a particular aspect, explaining how to choose the style; pick a site; select materials; lay out the gazebo; erect and install floors and posts; make railings; assemble the roof; and much more. Then, in meticulous detail, the manual follows the building of one gazebo from start to finish. Beautiful photographs showcase a variety of styles, while sidebars feature images of innovative details. You’ll even discover how to meet special challenges, such as fancy frieze boards UR - http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip043/2003010179.html UR - http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/description/ste041/2003010179.html ER -