The natural look and feel of stone is unmatched by any other building or decorating medium. It provides a professional and elegant appearance that is also practical and durable for home interiors and exteriors. Thousands of inspirational photographs in this book show you how to integrate this prized material into your home. Packed with expert advice on design, materials, budgets, maintenance, and installation, 1001 Ideas for Stone Work is your professional guide to working with stone.

Author Biography

Richard Wiles has written about do-it-yourself home projects and house remodeling for more than 30 years, and he is an authority on period home renovation. He has contributed to major magazines, including Ideal Home, House Beautiful, Traditional Homes, Period Living, Practical Householder, and Do It Yourself. For many years he wrote inspirational articles on interior design and decoration. Previously an editor at Jobmate and Fix It magazines, he is also author of numerous practical books, including Garden handyman, RHS Book of Garden Structue, and Creative Garden Projects.