Young House Love


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This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.




Home Renovation


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Home Renovation Frank Ching & Dale E. Miller How to transform your home into a more functional, comfortable, and pleasing environment is fully explained here and illustrated by Frank Ching's delightful graphics. Far more than a "project" book, this guide melds useful construction information with important planning and design ideas that should precede any decision to renovate or remodel your home. Practical steps are given for: * documenting one's present home and evaluating current and future needs. * improving existing space through use of light, color, window and door modifications, wall rearrangement, and furnishings * converting attics, basements, garages and porches into livable rooms * adding space to various rooms by altering foundations, floors, walls and roof * remodeling or adding kitchens and bathrooms Home Renovation is unique in its coverage of both the planning and construction of any home alteration. It is hand lettered throughout in Frank Ching's inimitable style.




House Story


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The star of HGTV’s Hidden Potential and HELP! I Wrecked My House offers a rare glimpse behind the TV show curtain, inviting readers into her world with super-simple advice that takes all the guesswork and stress out of any home project. “Renovating a home can be mega intimidating, but not if you surrender to the wisdom of your new guru, Jasmine Roth. She knows all.”—Jonathan Adler Finding your style is the first step to creating your dream home, whether you’re buying a new place, designing ground-up construction, or simply sprucing up the décor on a rental. Through her clear descriptions of four common design types and their many style subsets, along with thought-provoking questions and worksheets, Jasmine helps you create a cohesive feel with your home décor. She also includes helpful information on curb appeal and outdoor lighting (the most forgotten detail of your home), the science of knocking down walls, creative solutions to the five most common layout needs, floor finishes and wall treatments, everything kitchen and bathroom, and fun ways to personalize your space with DIY projects and unique bookshelf styling. With hundreds of stunning photographs of Roth-designed interiors, House Story is a lush exploration of what is possible for you and your home, whatever the size and budget.




Martha Stewart's New Old House


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Martha Stewart guides homeowners step-by-step through every phase of the biggest, costliest, most demanding project many people will ever undertake--the renovation of an entire house. This is a virtual encyclopedia of essential information delivered with Martha Stewart's personal flair.Full-color photographs.




The Home Remodeling Management Book


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The first detailed no-nonsense handbook to planning, designing, and managing any home remodeling project. In 1989, homeowners spent over $100 billion on home remodeling alone. Yet overseeing these projects is complicated and time-consuming. This workbook allows readers to take charge of any remodeling project: it explains how to develop a budget, keep track of expenses, check community building regulations, and much more.




My Home Renovation


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Home Renovation & Getting It Built


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How the construction process works Are You New To Home Renovation? Are You Planning A Home Renovation & Don’t Know How The Building Work Gets Done? Are you not sure who to ring first? Would you like to learn how ‘the build’ works and the processes you need to know to support it? This guide introduces to the essential areas you need to know about the construction process! Essential reading for the new home renovator, this guide is brought to you by an ex- builder!




Home Renovation & Your New Dream Home


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Where do I start with my design? Are You Designing Your New Home Renovation & Don’t Know Where To Start? Are you not sure who to ring first? Would you like to learn how to create your beautiful new dream home without the usual hassles and time/cost blowouts? This guide teaches you how to get started with the design of your project, and will bring you up to speed with your new role as ‘An Accidental Project Manager’ Essential reading for the new home renovator, this guide is brought to you by an ex- builder!




Renovating Your Home


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Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement, Updated Edition


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• New edition of the most complete home improvement manual on the market • Ultimate DIY resource shows readers everything they need to know • Offers plenty of direct do-it-yourself wisdom on how to make the most of a home • Big 608 page book offers a great value at $29.99 • Includes more than 2,300 photos and 800 drawings