Official Review: Affordable Learning Guide: Concrete &am...

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Affordable Learning Guide: Concrete & Marble Polishing, And Many other Specialty Skills" by Giuseppe Fanone.]

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3 out of 4 stars

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Affordable Learning Guide: Concrete and Marble Polishing and Many Other Specialty Skills is a specialized restoration guide by Giuseppe Fanone. Mr. Fanone became involved in his family’s ceramic tile installation business after being laid off from a car manufacturing plant in Michigan in 1979. He worked installing marble and granite floors and walls for 27 years before switching to stone and concrete restoration and polishing.

I had my son in mind when I decided to review this book. In September of 2019, we moved into a house in Northeastern Colorado that was built in 1910. The house needs a lot of work. My son also enjoys learning new skills and I thought that he might benefit from the wealth of techniques and suggestions shown in this book.

This book is more of a guide for people who would be interested in starting their own stone and marble restoration business than for the do-it-yourself handyperson, but it offers benefits to both. The author provides a wealth of helpful information regarding the tools needed to restore different types of materials. He even suggests a range of prices for different jobs, although readers should keep in mind that the book was originally published in 2007.

My favorite things about the book are the author’s thorough attention to detail, his clarity, and his honesty. He does not shy away from sharing the mistakes that he has made over the years so readers can avoid making similar mistakes. Even someone like me who has no experience in construction or with the materials the author describes is easily able to understand what he is talking about.

Unfortunately, I do not believe that the book was professionally edited. English does not seem to be the author’s first language as he sometimes phrases things differently than a native English speaker might. This wasn’t a problem for me. However, there were numerous minor errors in the text. These did not detract from my ability to understand what the author was trying to impart, but the book would have a more polished feel if the errors were eliminated.

The only real complaint I had about the book was the fact that the author mentioned the need for latex gloves but didn’t suggest alternatives for people with a latex allergy. If he revises the book, I suggest including a paragraph regarding the symptoms of latex allergy. People sometimes do not initially have a latex allergy but develop one over time. Personally, I would recommend using nitrile gloves rather than latex.

This book is a fantastic and concise guide for anyone interested in developing a unique skill that could generate an income. Unfortunately, the number of small errors means that, currently, I can only rate it three out of four stars. If the book were professionally edited, it would easily earn four out of four stars.

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[Thomas obrien]

This seems like an education type of book were basically teaching her son how to open his business and stand on his own two feet which is really good they should read stuff like this in schools and business admin courses

[Yvonne Monique]

This is not a book I would choose to read, but your review was interesting!

[Joy Phill]

I know someone who would greatly benefit from this book. Thanks for giving a thorough review.

[Sushan Ekanayake]

"Affordable Learning Guide" by Giuseppe Fanone is a practical resource for anyone looking to dive into the world of stone and marble restoration. With hands-on advice and a focus on real-world experience, this guide is perfect for those starting a business in the field. Congratulations on being BOTD!

[Brienna Cooper]

Great review! While this isn’t a particular skill that I’m interested in taking up myself, it might be worth looking into from a different perspective. I’ve recently discovered what the process of polishing rocks (of various types) looks like and it’s very satisfying to watch. It may be worth it to learn how the process for polishing concrete and marble compares to such.

The only real complaint I had about the book was the fact that the author mentioned the need for latex gloves but didn’t suggest alternatives for people with a latex allergy. If he revises the book, I suggest including a paragraph regarding the symptoms of latex allergy. People sometimes do not initially have a latex allergy but develop one over time. Personally, I would recommend using nitrile gloves rather than latex.

Good catch! This is such a valid point.

[Sanju Lali]

A specialzed restoration guide "Affordable Learning Guide: Concrete & Marble Polishing, And Many other Specialty Skills" by Giuseppe Fanone. This is a concise guide for anyone interested in developing a unique skill that could generate an income.

[Rupali Mishra]

Congrats on BOTD!
For anyone interested in learning more about stone and marble repair, Giuseppe Fanone's "Affordable Learning Guide" is a useful tool. This book is ideal for anyone beginning a business in the industry because it offers practical guidance and emphasizes real-world experience.

[Jorge Leon Salazar]

This book is a specialized guide on stone and marble restoration. It offers a large number of useful techniques and suggestions for those who have or plan to start their own business, as well as for handymen who do restorations in their own houses. Sounds very useful!

[Bethel Saint Bright]

It usually easy to get rid of the old and find something completely new to replace it. However, making something old come alive is not a bad idea. This is where people like the author of this book are needed. This book will teach a valuable life lesson in giving old things a chance to feel new again.

[María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda]

Unfortunately, I do not believe that the book was professionally edited. English does not seem to be the author’s first language as he sometimes phrases things differently than a native English speaker might. This wasn’t a problem for me. However, there were numerous minor errors in the text. These did not detract from my ability to understand what the author was trying to impart, but the book would have a more polished feel if the errors were eliminated.

Even for experienced English speakers like myself, it can be hard when it's not their native language. I'm glad that didn't hinder your reading experience. I'm not much of a handyperson, but I hope your son benefits from the author's knowledge. Thank you for your review.

[Leen282]

I am amazed by people owning the skills to restore. This book surely provides a lot of useful information. Too bad about the errors but nothing that a new round of editing can't sort out. As for the info on latex gloves - people with allergy are most often already informed about alternatives to use, perhaps the author has never had to deal with allergies.

[ivy mia]

"Affordable Learning Guide: Concrete and Marble Polishing and Many Other Specialty Skills" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about stone and concrete restoration. Its practical advice and wealth of information make it a valuable addition to any DIY enthusiast's library.

[Bertha Jackson]

This book will provide useful information for anyone wanting to do any stone and marble restorations. Thank you for your insightful review.

[Somu Rahman]

It sounds like a resourceful read, especially for those looking to develop practical skills!