If you're looking for a single source of professional advice so you can build your own patio or walkway, here's the book for you.

As the latest how-to manual in our popular Build Like a Pro series, this in-depth reference provides all the details you'll need -- tips, techniques, tools, materials and expert advice -- to create unique patios and walkways designed to enhance your landscape and home.

From base construction techniques to choosing and installing surface materials, it's all here -- detailed instructions from a pro, step-by-step photos, useful sidebars and drawings -- plus inside secrets that will help you get the job done right the first time.

The book is organized in six sections -- each featuring a different project -- and all together they represent virtually anything you'll ever need to know about building patios and walkways.

You can tackle each project exactly as it's presented. Or mix and match design elements and techniques to create your own customized project.

Designed to give you every bit of advice you'll need -- and the flexibility to shape your own outdoor creations -- here's the only book you'll need to build beautiful patios and walkways that capture you own personal touch.

About the author
With 32 years of experience in building and design, Peter Jeswald knows his subject inside and out. Over the year's he's worked on everything from residential projects and restaurants to retail stores and medical buildings. Jeswald is also the author of Patios & Walkways Idea Book, and How to Build Paths, Steps, and Footbridges.

Before You Build

Materials

Construction Methods

Formal Walkway to Front Door

Backyard Patio

Dining/Grilling Patio

Front Entry Walkway and Entry Patio

Front Concrete Paver Walkway

Garage/Driveway and Dining Patio

Resources
Index