Renovating Old Houses: Bringing New Life to Vintage Homes (For Pros By Pros) - Softcover

Nash, George

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1561581283 ISBN 13: 9781561581283

Publisher: Taunton Press, 1996

Synopsis

The definitive book on how to bring an old house back to life -- without destroying its spirit -- is now updated with all new color photography in Renovating Old Houses.

Experienced contractor George Nash covers everything -- from replacing foundation walls to repairing old windows, including how to save what's irreplaceable, where to use the best materials, when it's necessary to update (and when it's not), and how to make repairs that will endure. This revised edition also contains a new chapter on preventive maintenance plus a resource guide.

Throughout the book, Nash balances an abiding love of old houses with a common-sense understanding of modern-day needs. Whether you already live in an older home or are contemplating buying one, this hearty book gives you detailed, professional-level information you can't find elsewhere.

About this title

About the Author:

Nash is a renovation contractor and fencebuilding enthusiast.

Review:

"Plain talk for restorers, from soup to nuts (and bolts). Here's thorough, practical advice that's sensitive to both history and budget."

(Old House Journal)

About this edition

• Publisher: Taunton Press
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 1561581283
• ISBN 13: 9781561581283
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 352