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Experts at Home Made Simple

Home Made Simple: Fresh Ideas to Make Your Own

Editura: St. Martin's Griffin

Anul aparitiei: 2010

Featuring tasty recipes, fun do-it-yourself projects, hints for cleaning and organizing, and much more, this guide helps busy women create homes they love to live in.

Kelly Hoppen

Kelly Hoppen Home: From Concept to Reality

Editura: Little Brown and Company

Anul aparitiei: 2007

"Kelly Hoppen Home" offers readers a chance to learn from the world-renowned British designer's chic design philosophy. Giving a clear picture of her approach at every stage--from the conception of an idea, through preparation and decision making, to implementing plans and achieving a reality--she shares her insider secrets to get the most from a living space.

Andy Hamilton, Dave Hamilton

The Self Sufficient-Ish Bible: An Eco-Living Guide for the 21st Century

Editura: Hodder & Stoughton

Anul aparitiei: 2010

In this fun and helpful handbook, an approach to eco-conscious living is presented that proves that helping the environment does not require altering an entire lifestyle. This guide is packed with creative ideas for recycling, growing organic vegetables, and establishing an environmentally friendly office for those who lack the space or time to be completely self-sufficient but still want to minimize their environmental impact. There are small suggestions for those just getting started--such as choosing alternative kitchen-cleaning products--as well as bigger projects--including making a solar oven from a used pizza carton and establishing a green nursery for children--that cover all aspects of modern family life. Earth-friendly recipes, herbal remedies, and eco-friendly travel solutions round out this helpful resource to making the Earth just a little greener every day.

Bridget Biscotti Bradley

Home Organizing & Closet Makeovers

Editura: Oxmoor House

Anul aparitiei: 2010

Designing a home where everything has its place and every closet makes life easier for you.Take a room-by-room tour of the home and find great organizing and storagesolutions at every turnDiscover practical, time-saving ideas that get you out the door without last-minute searching for the things you needLearn basic organizing principles, such as regularly thinning out your possessions and grouping similar itemsGuidance from experts on how to create attractive displays of your collectionsTips on saving time and money when working with decorators and professional organizers

Jeanne Huber

Built-Ins

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2009

With ideas, applications, and how-to, this book includes all you need to know about designing and building your own built-ins--from start to finish.

Bridget Biscotti Bradley

Bathrooms

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2008

Karen Templer

Kitchens

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2008

Editors of Sunset Books, Karen Templer

Design with Color

Editura: Oxmoor House

Anul aparitiei: 2009

A helpful book for home decorators working out color combinations, this reference provides tips and color design coaching on everything from bolds to neutrals from some of the leading designers and architects practicing today.

Bridget Biscotti Bradley

The Green Home

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2010

This idea-filled and inspirational work showcases model homes and products that make sense not only for the planet but also for down-to-earth budgets. Full-color photos throughout.

Editors of Sunset Books, Kerrie L. Kelly

Home Decor

Editura: Oxmoor House

Anul aparitiei: 2009

The ultimate guide to creating a beautiful home that fits your style and your budget provides the best ideas and advice for every room in the home, all in one place. Get tips and design coaching on everything from color to space planning from some of the leading designers and architects practicing today.

Bridget Biscotti Bradley, Editors of Sunset Books

Sunset Outdoor Design & Build: Barbecues & Outdoor Kitchens: Fresh Ideas for Outdoor Living

Editura: Oxmoor House

Anul aparitiei: 2011

Great ideas for outdoor entertaining spaces and practical guidance on how to get the project built right. Outdoor cooking and dining at their best: Design ideas that will make outdoor meals more relaxing, carefree, and fun The latest on equipment and materials Creature comforts that extend the season Step-by-step DIY projects, plus how to get the most out of contractors Inspiration comes easy with extended photo galleries that show the best projects being built today "How to Build" takes a detailed look at the construction process for outdoor kitchens both simple and elegant "Finishing the Look" provides the shopping data on grills, countertops, pizza ovens, and much more ...

Editors of Sunset Books, Tom Wilhite

Sunset Outdoor Design & Build: Landscaping with Stone: Fresh Ideas for Outdoor Living

Editura: Oxmoor House

Anul aparitiei: 2011

Great ideas and solid advice on the craft of building natural-looking stonework into garden landscapes. Capturing the timeless beauty of stone: The secrets of garden paths that make for a memorable stroll Pavings that go easy on the environment Graceful stone walls, patios, water features Plantings that complement stonework Step-by-step DIY projects Inspiration is at hand in the hundreds of photos revealing the finest and most innovative stonework being done today. "How to Build" provides step-by-step lessons on all the essential skills and techniques needed to build stone features. "Finishing the Look" sets out the shopping data with all the best options for materials, plants, and lighting.

Esther Ferington

Plumbing

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2010

Professional plumbers share tips and secrets to help avoid costly, messy, and time-consuming mistakes. Expanded content addresses energy-efficiency topics such as water heaters and ways to conserve water inside the home and out.

Steve Cory

Masonry

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2010

Offering projects today's DIYers are looking for and sound instructions that make each project approachable, this reference provides advice from seasoned masons and 850 step-by-step photos and illustrations for dozens of techniques and projects.

Josh Garskof

Tiling: Expert Advice to Get the Job Done Right

Editura: Sunset Books

Anul aparitiei: 2009

With more than 60 different tiling projects--covering all the most-requested tile projects--and clear how-to photography and detailed instructions, Tiling enables readers to tile floors, walls, countertops, fireplace surrounds, and a variety of outdoor surfaces.

Editors of Sunset Books, Carol Spier

Big Book of Window Treatments

Editura: Sunset Publishing Corporation

Anul aparitiei: 2006

- The most comprehensive collection of today's window treatment options in various configurations - More than 1,000 full-color illustrations and photographs - Visual glossary identifies various elements of window treatments - Offers complementary pillow and tabletop ideas throughout - Special section on measuring windows and estimating yardage - Problem/Solution guide presents ideas for challenging window configurations

Daniel P. Goleman

Ecological Intelligence: How Knowing the Hidden Impacts of What We Buy Can Change Everything

Editura: Broadway Business

Anul aparitiei: 2009

The bestselling author of "Emotional Intelligence" and "Primal Leadership" reveals the hidden environmental consequences of what societies make and buy, and how that knowledge can drive the changes necessary to save the planet.

Donald R. Prestly

Do-It-Yourself Plumbing for Dummies

Editura: For Dummies

Anul aparitiei: 2007

Do-it-Yourself Keep your drains flowing and repair your leaky spouts like a pro! Have you ever had a plumber fix your home's pipes and afterward said, "I could've done that!" Now you can do it yourself! From fixing leaks and drips to caulking a tub or replacing a faucet, tackle the most common kitchen and bathroom plumbing projects in your own home. This one-stop resource features step-by-step instructions, along with detailed photos and illustrations to confidently walk you through over 40 tasks -- and leaves no faucet unturned. Stuff you need to know: Discover what belongs in your toolbox Deal with noisy, sweaty, and frozen pipes Keep your toilet running properly Repair a leaky faucet Unclog sink and toilet drains

Patricia Hart McMillan, Katharine Kaye McMillan

Do-It-Yourself Painting for Dummies

Editura: For Dummies

Anul aparitiei: 2007

DO-IT-YOURSELF Step-by-Step instruction to get you painting your home like a pro in no time! Have you ever walked into a home taken a look at the paint on the walls, and wondered, "How'd they do that?" Now you can find out and "do it yourself!" Make your walls, floors, and ceilings look like they received an extreme makeover! Generously illustrated, this practical handbook shows you how to jazz up rooms with step-by-step, professional-level instructions that help you master the art of painting and faux finishing without spending a whole lot of time, effort, or money. Stuff You Need to KnowChoose from over 50 projectsSelect the right color and style of paintPrep and prime your surface for paintDecorate with checks and stripesSpruce up your wall with faux leather or suede

Eric Corey Freed

Green Building and Remodeling for Dummies

Editura: For Dummies

Anul aparitiei: 2007

Want to build responsibly, reduce waste, and help preserve the environment? Green Building & Remodeling For Dummies is your friendly, step-by-step guide to every facet of this Earth-friendly method of construction. Building a home--even a green home--uses plenty of resources and energy. This practical, hands-on book shows you how to build or remodel conscientiously, whether your dream home is a simple remodel or a brand-new multimillion-dollar mansion. You'll start by identifying green materials and sizing up potential systems and construction sites. You'll weigh the pros and cons of popular green building methods and identify opportunities for saving money in the long run. Need to find some green professionals to assist you in your venture? We'll help you do that, too. This book will also help you discover how to: Understand the lifecycle of building materials Choose the right system for your green building project Put together a green team Work within your budget Use green building methods and sustainable systems Speed construction and reduce energy use and waste Refinish old fixtures and materials Beware of asbestos and lead-paint hazards Avoid costly mistakes Complete with ...