Our dependence on fossil fuels is at an all-time high and for economic and environmental reasons it is vitally important that we save energy and reduce our carbon footprint. This invaluable book is essential reading for all those homeowners who wish to properly insulate their properties in order to save energy, permanently reduce fuel bills and increase the comfort of their homes. Throughout, the author emphasizes the 'do-it-yourself' elements of house insulation and provides readers with the...
Huge bestseller in the USA - over 200,000 copies printed Highly promotable author who will fly to UK for publication Advice on every imaginable aspect of domestic management for the modern home in one volume Reference book for the experienced, step-by-step manual for beginners
"Good Housekeeping" How to Remove Stains (Good Housekeeping practical library) (Good Housekeeping)
by Cassandra Kent
This guide to stain removal is arranged in four parts: solvents - how to identify the one you need and use it safely and successfully; an A-Z listing of almost every known stain and how to remove it; an alphabetical listing of household surfaces and how to clean, restore and maintain them and a revised and updated guide to fabric care. All the methods and solvents have been tested by the Good Housekeeping Institute.
Over 200,000 copies sold-fully updated! Dye your own wool, raise chickens, make your own cheddar cheese, build a log cabin, and much much more. Anyone who wants to learn basic living skills-the kind employed by our forefathers-and adapt them for a better life in the twenty-first century need look no further than this eminently useful, full-color guide. Countless readers have turned to Back to Basics for inspiration and instruction, escaping to an era before power saws and fast-food restaurants...
Is your property truly safe from intruders? Don't take any chances. This book explains the ins and outs of burglar alarms, helps you find and fix weaknesses in your system and shows you countermeasures to defeat burglars who try to bypass it.
Decorative Glass of the 19th and Early 20th Centuries - A Source Book
by Nance Fyson
This work gathers together 150 colour illustrations of original stained- glass pieces in their natural settings and demonstrates how stained-, painted and etched glass was used by the leading exponents and glaziers of the Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts and Art Deco design movements. Accompanied by a historical appreciation of the role of decorative glass in architecture, there is also practical information on recreating the effect intended by the original architect.
The Seventh Generation Guide to a Toxic-Free Home
by Seventh Generation
Written by an experienced doctor who is also a trained cook, "The Miracle of Olive Oil" is packed with helpful information on everything from food preparation to health and beauty. With an A - Z section of ailments against which olive oil has proved effective, a collection of 32 delicious recipes, and tips on how to use this wondrous oil to enhance hair, nails, and skin, this is an essential guide for anyone interested in eating - - and living - - well.
Is your home a sustainable and eco-friendly environment?Every decision you make during the day, both large and small, has an impact on the environment. Make your daily impact planet-positive. Eco-friendly home: With the gentle guidance of eco-expert, Alice Mary Alvrez, you can start with baby steps and progress to an advanced eco-warrior! Start with these inspired ideas and the 52 simple ways to reduce your waste, eat organic, and keep toxins out of your home. Inside this helpful and hopeful gu...
21 Things Every Home Inspector Should Know
by Frank Cook and Pat Remick
The Eden Project is all about quality of life. About understanding our world better and the part we play in it. Whatever our political persuasion and whatever the cause if it, all people agree that our wasteful world has to change. And each one of us has the power to make a difference. The Little Book of Big Ideas is full of food for thought: the 'Diesel Tree' from the Amazon can yield 220 litres of diesel-like oil a day, enough for 5 cars; soybeans can be made into biodegradable plastic that br...
From terra-cotta for the bathroom and natural fibre carpet for the living room to the right hardwood for the entryway - this is a comprehensive compendium of every single flooring type on the market. Find inspiration in hundreds of photographs showing just how you could transform your home, whether your style is dramatic parquet in the dining room or wipe-clean lino for the kids' rooms. Extensive directories of tiles, terrazzos, stones, vinyls, woods and finishes, and carpets allow you to pick o...
A housewife has to face many problems while doing household activities. The contains tips to get rid of such problems. These are practical tips for everyday recipes, which are equally effective also. Adopt them and become the perfect homemaker. #v&spublishers