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"well done, with clear illustrations and photos--an excellent example of how to produce a practical guide."
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Completely revised, greatly expanded and updated version of the award-winning The Slate Roof Bible, with 21 chapters including six that are new: International Roof Slate, European Slating Methods, Roof Inscriptions and Designs, Recycling Slate Roofs, and separate chapters on Chimneys and Valleys. The profusely illustrated full color format of this comprehensive book, with 330 color photos and hundreds of charts and line drawings, has elevated it into a work of art. Yet, the down-home writing style of Joseph Jenkins has converted a potentially tedious subject into a delight. With chapters on slate roof history, slate geology, roof safety, tools, installation, repairs, flashings, and regional slate quarries, as well as sections on ceramic tile roofs, asbestos roofs, and flat-lock copper roofs, The Slate Roof Bible is a fascinating book on its own, essential for anyone who wants to build naturally and permanently, and a must-have for architects, builders, roofers, designers, historians, and slate roof owners.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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I work for a roofing company that specializes in slate. I can tell you from experience that this book is indeed full of very good tips on preserving what is, imho, the very best roof covering a person can possibly have on his or her home. Mr. Jenkins is absolutely correct in his assertations that bemoan the 'artificial roofing" we tend to use in this country. The history and the tips expressed are an invaluable resource to those of us who appreciate the natural beauty and durability of a slate roof. My commendations on a fine effort.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Bought this book before I started to slate the roof on my house (new build). This book had one page of any use and looked like a scanned image from another book. If you want instruction on how to construct a slate roof from scratch this book is completely useless. Has nice photos of slate roofs from around the world and history of slate roofs but thats about it
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Joseph Jenkins writes about the history, installation and repair of slate roofs with a hands on approach. The sources for tools and slate listed in the reference section alone is worth the price of the book. Where asphalt and fiberglass shingles will possibly last 20-25 yrs., the ability of a slate roof to last 75-100 plus is a worthy investment, and can only add to the value of any home. This book should be required reading for home remodelers, contractors, builders, and historic preservationist.
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All of the several roofs on our property are covered with slate and we have been in the process of repairing them for damage sustained over a period of years. Read more
Published 21 months ago by llemikebyw
Extraordinary document on the fine art of poetic roofing.
This book by Joe Jenkins is one of a kind. It's a comprehensive, kalidoscopic, multi-faceted tome that everyone interested in architecture, construction, or design must read. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 1999
More than Roof repair - saving America's treasures!
Who knew one could get so excited about slate roofing. After reading this book, I am so motivated to tackle the roof on my house. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 1998
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