Superb balance of design and practical information, 07 Dec 2006
A fantastic book! By far my favourite out of all the 'build-your-own' books that I have read. The author gives lots of inspirational pictures and ideas, but also covers all the information that you need to actually make a concrete worktop (unlike so many DIY books, that just say 'now find a good plumber/carpenter/etc') He even has an extensive trouble-shooting section. About to try it for myself - wish me luck!

A Superb book. Interesting even if you're not interested!!!, 02 May 2005
This is the sort of book that you would pick up even if you didn't know what it was about. A lovely cover with high quality paper and loads of really good quality colour photographs.

The content is easy to read and really interesting for someone like myself who just wanted to know something about the practicalities of using concrete as a decorative product.

The book does not contain huge amounts of text nor lots of technical detail (e.g. down to the chemical level). It does however give you all the detail and knowledge that you need to know to get you going. Cheng also includes plenty of practical hints and tips to help the beginner overcome some of the basic mistakes which may be offputting. If like me you didn't know anything about making concrete worktops, this book is ideal. If you do already know something about the subject, then it may still be worthwhile for a bit of inspiration.

Overall I found this book a really pleasant read with plenty of great pictures to back up the text. It would make a great coffee-table book as even the non-engineer will find the artistic side and innumerable photographs interesting.

Well Written, 24 Jul 2003
In the middle of a large refurbishment project and have purchased several books to help me. Without doubt the most comprehensive and well written book in my libary. Author takes nothing for granted with excellent pictures and explantion. Now to put the words into action. If it goes wrong it wont be the books fault.

Excellent practical advice on creating concrete worktops etc, 03 May 2002
Well written and illustrated manual on the casting and finishing of concrete work surfaces for the home. Suitable for DIY enthusiasts as well as architects and designers who are looking for information on the skills required for polished concrete finishes etc.where a unique affect is desired.

Superb balance of design and practical information, 07 Dec 2006
A fantastic book! By far my favourite out of all the 'build-your-own' books that I have read. The author gives lots of inspirational pictures and ideas, but also covers all the information that you need to actually make a concrete worktop (unlike so many DIY books, that just say 'now find a good plumber/carpenter/etc') He even has an extensive trouble-shooting section. About to try it for myself - wish me luck!

A Superb book. Interesting even if you're not interested!!!, 02 May 2005
This is the sort of book that you would pick up even if you didn't know what it was about. A lovely cover with high quality paper and loads of really good quality colour photographs.

The content is easy to read and really interesting for someone like myself who just wanted to know something about the practicalities of using concrete as a decorative product.

The book does not contain huge amounts of text nor lots of technical detail (e.g. down to the chemical level). It does however give you all the detail and knowledge that you need to know to get you going. Cheng also includes plenty of practical hints and tips to help the beginner overcome some of the basic mistakes which may be offputting. If like me you didn't know anything about making concrete worktops, this book is ideal. If you do already know something about the subject, then it may still be worthwhile for a bit of inspiration.

Overall I found this book a really pleasant read with plenty of great pictures to back up the text. It would make a great coffee-table book as even the non-engineer will find the artistic side and innumerable photographs interesting.

Well Written, 24 Jul 2003
In the middle of a large refurbishment project and have purchased several books to help me. Without doubt the most comprehensive and well written book in my libary. Author takes nothing for granted with excellent pictures and explantion. Now to put the words into action. If it goes wrong it wont be the books fault.

Excellent practical advice on creating concrete worktops etc, 03 May 2002
Well written and illustrated manual on the casting and finishing of concrete work surfaces for the home. Suitable for DIY enthusiasts as well as architects and designers who are looking for information on the skills required for polished concrete finishes etc.where a unique affect is desired.

Great Bathroom Guide, 18 Apr 2008
A really good guide to everything you need to know about installing a bathroom. We looked at a few different ones when deciding what do with ours and this was the best. Answers all those tricky technical questions so you know what you're talking about when it gets down to booking workmen and holds your hand if you want to do it yourself. It also helps sort out those design conundrums.