why concrete? "concrete countertops" book || the original concrete coutertops book
by Fu-Tung Cheng with Eric Olsen
Kitchen and bathroom countertops may never be the same, thanks to Fu-Tung Cheng—master of residential design and construction—and a common material called concrete. Featured in high-end kitchen magazines, concrete has become the material of choice for more and more homeowners, professionals, and do-it-yourselfers who see the expressive and functional elements of concrete countertops.
Concrete kitchen and bathroom countertops are an increasingly popular trend, and Concrete Countertops: Design, Forms, and Finishes for the New Kitchen and Bath is the first to explain the process behind these beautiful and functional interior art forms. Fu-Tung guides the builder step-by-step in bringing this exciting medium to life. He provides both the inspiration and the technical reference to turn even a first-time kitchen countertop project into a personal success.
With remarkable attention to detail, Fu-Tung starts by introducing the reader to concrete countertops in the overall context of kitchen design. Subsequently, Fu-Tung takes the reader/builder through a real-life project of building a concrete kitchen countertop. Fu-Tung's instructions cover every stage of this process from making the concrete countertop mold (or form) and mixing and pouring the concrete to curing, polishing, and installing the finished piece. Concrete Countertops also offers valuable troubleshooting advice (from a seasoned professional) and useful tips on maintaining a concrete countertop.
Lavishly illustrated with over 350 color photographs of countertops in the building process as well as in completed kitchens, it's easy to see that the possibilities for creative expression are endless. A nationwide bestseller, Concrete Countertops is sure to inspire the designer—and builder—in us all!
Softcover, 9-1/4 x 10-7/8 in., 208 pp, with color photos and drawings. Published 2002 by Taunton Press, ISBN 1-56158-484-3, # 070599
A National Bestseller
Look for Concrete Countertops in the top 10—see the "Home & Garden," "How-To & Home Improvement," "Design & Construction," and "Remodeling, Renovation & Repair" topic areas.
