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Renovating Old Houses: Bringing New Life to Vintage Homes
Contributor(s): Nash, George (Author)
ISBN: 1561585351     ISBN-13: 9781561585359
Publisher: Taunton Press
OUR PRICE:   $31.46  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: December 2003
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Annotation: For those who love to live in old houses or want to invest in one, this completely revised and updated book levels no stone unturned. From evaluating a property to making foundation repairs to adding on a porch, it's a comprehensive guide to every aspect of making renovations and repairs--whether you already live in, or are contemplating buying, an older home.
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BISAC Categories:
- House & Home | Remodeling & Renovation - General
- Technology & Engineering | Construction - General
- Antiques & Collectibles
Dewey: 690.837
LCCN: 2003011967
Series: For Pros By Pros
Physical Information: 0.94" H x 9.33" W x 10.81" (3.15 lbs) 410 pages
 
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Publisher Description:

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.

Contributor Bio(s): Nash, George: - Nash is a renovation contractor and fencebuilding enthusiast.