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| While the basement family room isn't quite the popular item it once was, it can still yield valuable living space in today's down-sized homes. Branson starts with a brief but useful look at basement conversion feasibility factors, i.e., moisture problems, accessibility, the presence of radon or asbestos, and potential cost return. He then covers in detail planning, tool and material selection, and the work itself from framing to painting and trim work (with only passing treatment of plumbing, heating, and electrical work). Most chapters include a work sequence photo series and an inspection checklist. While this sounds conventional enough, Branson writes with an eye for practical details that are too often overlooked. A cut above the typical home remodeling book and a good choice for most public libraries. |
| | ISBN: 1558701621 Date Published on 9/2/2006 |
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| The art of wallpapering requires skill and knowledge of the tried and true as well as the latest techniques. This book unlocks the many secrets of paperhanging. Complete Guide to Wallpapering is the most comprehensive book on the subject, written by a professional paperhanger who includes every step of every possible installation. Over 60 photos and 170 illustrations and a consumer-friendly text cover selecting tools and supplies, estimating materials, preparing walls, hanging paper, and trouble-shooting wallpaper problems. It is a comprehensive resource for the novice and the professional alike.
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| | ISBN: 1880029243 Date Published on 5/11/2006 |
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| | The Complete Home Organizer |
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| | ISBN: 0802133401 Date Published on 9/7/2006 |
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| Considered the feng shui bible by classical practitioners and teachers, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Feng Shui has been updated to include more case studies and feng shui readings to make the practical application of feng shui even more accessible; new chapters feature before and after photos of feng shui makeovers and explain Ming Gua—the Guardian Star that influences a person’s character—and much more.
• One of the few Western books that focuses on "classical" feng shui, which is growing in popularity now that the topic has become more mainstream
• Joseph Yu is one of only five world-renowned classical feng shui masters --This text refers to the Paperback edition. |
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| | ISBN: 0028643399 Date Published on 5/24/2006 |
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| | Demonstrating how woodworkers can approach the complex job of designing and making built-in cabinets for kitchens, family rooms, and home offices, this technical handbook provides meticulously detailed shop drawings, instructions, and hundreds of professional tips for saving time, materials, unnecessary aggravation, and money. Bob Lang covers building traditional face-frame cabinets as well as constructing contemporary frameless Euro-style cabinets. Woodworkers will learn how to measure rooms and design fitting cabinetry that considers both function and aesthetics, how to develop working shop drawings and cutting lists, and how to work with materials as varied as solid wood and plastic laminate. Technical instructions for cutting and joining the basic box, as well as for fitting it to drawer stacks, sinks, corners, appliances, and islands, are also included, as are detailed steps for sanding, finishing, and installing each piece. |
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| | ISBN: 189283622X Date Published on 8/17/2006 |
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| | If you are planning a major purchase such as a new kitchen, bathroom or bedroom, you should have as much information as possible at your finger tips so you can make the right decision. This book offers information and sound advice to help you do just that, with the help of the 3-D planning guide, drawn to a scale of 1:25, which allows you to visualize exactly what the finished room should look like. |
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| | ISBN: 1861264348 Date Published on 8/23/2006 |
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| The Complete Lampshade Kit |
| | ISBN: 0316879282 Date Published on 10/2/2006 |
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Easy-to-follow, foolproof, and fully illustrated.
As inspiring as it is instructive, The Complete Mosaic Handbook is a detailed sourcebook for amateurs and professionals alike. This book combines an extensive gallery of outstanding mosaic examples with practical step-by-step instructions for every kind of mosaic techniques.
Projects range from simple to sophisticated:
- Place mats and coasters
- Beaded picture frame
- Outdoor planter
- Garden path
- Fruit platter
- Portrait
- Jewelry box
- Glass vase
- House numbers
A variety of materials from glass and stone to found objects is fully described and explained. Basic mosaic techniques are covered in detail before introducing more challenging methods. The text is concise and jargon-free with full color photographs explaining each step. Every project is rated with a quick reference chart for its level of cost, time, and difficulty with all the required materials and equipment clearly listed. An authoritative design section covers color composition, contact, texture, and inspiration.
A gallery of mosaic art features a collection of international styles throughout history: from Ancient Greece, through Byzantium to the Renaissance, then on to Arts and Crafts and contemporary styles. |
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| | ISBN: 1552977749 Date Published on 6/1/2006 |
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| | Pebble mosaics are arrangements of smooth rocks on the ground to make a variety of beautiful garden and landscape features—walkways, patios, or fountain bases, for example. This guide covers core as well as advanced techniques, offers abundant design ideas, and provides examples of stunning work by pebble mosaic artists around the world. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
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| | ISBN: 1552977838 Date Published on 6/1/2006 |
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