Caring for Your Old House
Author: Judith L. Kitchen
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 1991-04
Total Pages: 212
ISBN-13: 9780471143710
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGives advice to old-house owners on rehabilitation and restoration.
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Author: Judith L. Kitchen
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 1991-04
Total Pages: 212
ISBN-13: 9780471143710
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGives advice to old-house owners on rehabilitation and restoration.
Author: Judith L. Kitchen
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Published: 1991
Total Pages: 216
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKGives advice to old-house owners on rehabilitation and restoration.
Author: Roger Hunt
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
Published: 2023-10-24
Total Pages: 258
ISBN-13: 0711281483
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fully revised and updated book is the authoritative guide on how to look after your old house – whether it is a timber-framed medieval cottage, an eighteenth-century town house or a Victorian or Edwardian terrace. Written in association with The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings, the authors’ approach is one of respect, restraint and repair rather than ‘restoration’, which can so easily and permanently destroy the special qualities of an old building. From the foundations to the roof, from the need for modern services to traditional paintwork and finishes, from windows and doors to breathability and damp in walls and floors, this handbook provides informed practical guidance. It is essential reading on maintenance and repair for all those with an old house.
Author: Russell Versaci
Publisher: Taunton Press
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9781561587926
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThrough hundreds of inspiring photos and engaging text, the author describes what gives traditional homes their enduring appeal, and illustrates the creative work of builders who are forging the movement toward building new homes that capture old-home sensibility.
Author: Heritage Preservation
Publisher: Abrams
Published: 1998-10
Total Pages: 264
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA house is considered historic if it is typical of its period, usually more that 50 years old, and significant in either design, materials, workmanship, setting, and/or association. This work provides advice on the ongoing care and maintenance of such properties, and in the preservation of the qualities which make such homes unique.
Author: Henry Wiencek
Publisher: Stewart, Tabori, & Chang
Published: 1991
Total Pages: 248
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom an unrestored masterpiece such as the Aiken-Rhett House in Charleston, South Carolina, to a farmhouse in upstate New York, inhabited only by a bird nesting in the bathroom sink, Old Houses profiles 20 houses whose peeling paint, faded fabrics, and antique furniture impart a surprising elegance and beauty. An unusual volume, this book will appeal to historians, restoration specialists, and style-conscious homeowners lookingfor new ideas form examples of the past. Over 250 full-color photographs.
Author: George Nash
Publisher: Taunton
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 343
ISBN-13: 9781561581283
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Plain talk for restorers, from soup to nuts (and bolts). Here's thorough, practical advice that's sensitive to both history and budget".--The Old House Journal.
Author: Frank Shirley
Publisher: Taunton Press
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 277
ISBN-13: 1561588857
DOWNLOAD EBOOKProvides advice for adding additions to older homes, considering balance, transition, public versus private space, and materials; and including photographs, floor plans, and illustrations.
Author: Time-Life Books
Publisher: Time Life Medical
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780783552927
DOWNLOAD EBOOKText and illustrations describe techniques for making repairs and renovations on mature homes.
Author: Christopher Evers
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2013-04-10
Total Pages: 243
ISBN-13: 162636222X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOld houses are charming, but owning one can be a labor of love. Expert carpenter and house "doctor" Christopher Evers equates old homes with ailing patients, describing how you can successfully "treat" your old house and make it good as new. With over 300 clear, line illustrations, Evers provides a practical guide to repairing, renovating, and preserving your old house--basement to attic--so you can enjoy it for years to come. Evers gives detailed instructions on the "anatomy" of old homes as well as how to fix a variety of problems, including: Repairing old plumbing fixtures Replacing shingles on the roof Straightening the house’s frame Rewiring old electrical systems Removing old wallpaper Protecting against termites and other harmful pests Adding insulation for better energy efficiency Fixing old eaves Reinstalling windows and doors And more! A classic in old-home repair, The Old-House Doctor is an invaluable, and timeless, guide for keeping your old home in tip-top shape, while meeting your modern needs.