Renovating Old Houses
Renovating Old Houses
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Renovating Old Houses by George Nash
The definitive book on how to bring an old house back to life -- without destroying its spirit -- is now updated with all new color photography in>Renovating Old Houses.
Experienced contractor George Nash covers everything -- from replacing foundation walls to repairing old windows, including how to save what's irreplaceable, where to use the best materials, when it's necessary to update (and when it's not), and how to make repairs that will endure. This revised edition also contains a new chapter on preventive maintenance plus a resource guide.
Throughout the book, Nash balances an abiding love of old houses with a common-sense understanding of modern-day needs. Whether you already live in an older home or are contemplating buying one, this hearty book gives you detailed, professional-level information you can't find elsewhere.
The definitive book on how to bring an old house back to life -- without destroying its spirit -- is now updated with all new color photography in>Renovating Old Houses.
Experienced contractor George Nash covers everything -- from replacing foundation walls to repairing old windows, including how to save what's irreplaceable, where to use the best materials, when it's necessary to update (and when it's not), and how to make repairs that will endure. This revised edition also contains a new chapter on preventive maintenance plus a resource guide.
Throughout the book, Nash balances an abiding love of old houses with a common-sense understanding of modern-day needs. Whether you already live in an older home or are contemplating buying one, this hearty book gives you detailed, professional-level information you can't find elsewhere.
SKU | Unavailable |
ISBN 13 | 9781561585359 |
ISBN 10 | 1561585351 |
Title | Renovating Old Houses |
Author | George Nash |
Condition | Unavailable |
Binding Type | Paperback |
Publisher | Taunton Press Inc |
Year published | 2003-12-01 |
Number of pages | 410 |
Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
Note | Unavailable |