Home and house maintenance Books

Book SynopsisSave the earth’s most precious resource while also saving yourself money. Laura Allen provides expert strategies for using water smartly and efficiently while fulfilling all of your home and garden needs. Learn how to create a water-wise landscape, reuse greywater, harvest rainwater, and even set up a waterless composting toilet. Offering proven techniques in clear and accessible language, The Water-Wise Home makes it easy to help the environment and lower your household operating costs through conserving water.

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Book SynopsisGrowing vegetables and raising livestock is only the beginning of a successful homestead — that fresh food goes to waste unless you can properly prepare, cook, and preserve it. Andrea Chesman shows you how to bridge the gap between field and table, covering everything from curing meats and making sausage to canning fruits and vegetables, milling flour, working with sourdough, baking no-knead breads, making braises and stews that can be adapted to different cuts of meat, rendering lard and tallow, pickling, making butter and cheese, making yogurt, blanching vegetables for the freezer, making jams and jellies, drying produce, and much more. You’ll learn all the techniques you need to get the most from homegrown foods, along with dozens of simple and delicious recipes, most of which can be adapted to use whatever you have available. Also available in this series: The Backyard Homestead, The Backyard Homestead Book of Building Projects, The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner, and The Backyard Homestead Guide to Raising Farm Animals.

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Book SynopsisInternational Herb Association's 2017 Thomas DeBaggio Book Award Winner2016 Silver Nautilus Book Award Winner History, literature, and botany meet in this charming tour of how humans have relied on plants to nourish, shelter, heal, clothe, and even entertain us. Did you know that during World War II, the US Navy paid kids to collect milkweed’s fluffy white floss, which was then used as filling for life preservers? And Native Americans in the deserts of the Southwest traditionally crafted tattoo needles from prickly pear cactus spines. These are just two of the dozens of tidbits that Tammi Hartung highlights in the tales of 43 native North American flowers, herbs, and trees that have rescued and delighted us for centuries.

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Book SynopsisThis trusted handbook is a must-have for novice and seasoned beekeepers alike. Now totally redesigned and featuring color photos and graphics, the second edition also includes up-to-date information on honey bee health. The go-to reference presents comprehensive yet accessible information on everything from planning hives and installing a colony to preventing disease and managing productive hives that will bear bountiful honey harvests year after year.

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Book SynopsisFrom the bedroom mattress and pillows to daily cleaning products for the kitchen and bath, toothbrushes, and even furniture and clothing, toxins are embedded in many products and items used regularly in the home-and they are making us sick. From cleaning products to mattresses, furniture, food storage materials, and more, our homes are filled with hidden toxins that can contribute to chronic health conditions. Professional toxicologist and health writer Daniella Chace offers an enlightening and accessible room-by-room guide to identifying and removing potentially toxic items, along with suggestions for safe, affordable alternatives.Home Detox is a practical, accessible guide to understanding the problem and how we can address it in our own homes in a manageable and affordable way. Daniella Chace, a professional toxicologist and health writer, teaches readers how to identify potential toxins, with an easy-to-follow, room-by-room evaluation of the "Toxic Ten" in each space. She explains the connection between toxins in everyday objects and chronic health issues such as headaches, asthma, high cholesterol, skin problems, and sleep problems and offers strategies for eliminating toxins, along with easy recipes for effective homemade cleaning solutions using essential oils, baking soda, vinegar, and other ingredients that are natural, affordable, and effective.

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Book SynopsisOne of America''s most well-known and bestselling gardening writers shares her reflections and advice on finding joy in the gardenIn A Life in the Garden, horticultural icon Barbara Damrosch imparts a lifetime of wisdom on growing food for herself and her family. In writing that''s accessible, engaging, and elegant, she welcomes us to garden alongside her. Personal, thoughtful, and often humorous, this book offers practical DIY insights that will delight gardeners, cooks, and small-scale farmers. With a personal and sometimes irreverent tone, Barbara expresses the pleasure she takes in gardening, the sense of empowerment she finds in it, and the importance of a partnership with the real expert: nature.

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Book Synopsis“Easy ideas . . . . The kind of guidebook we reference again and again. . . with recommendations for every single room in the house.” —Real Simple Learn how to make planet-friendly choices at home with the design experts of Remodelista.comConcerned about the state of the planet and wanting to do your part? Written with urgency, Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home gives clear guidance and inspiration for creating a home that’s both sustainable and stylish. The book features room-by-room tips for reducing your environmental footprint, as well as tours of artful living quarters belonging to people who interpret low-impact living in a myriad of ways, from a remodeled apartment inspired by the Slow Food movement to a tree-house cabin to a multigenerational courtyard compound.Every page offers information that you can act on right away—including best practices for choosing household essentials, from lightbulbs to sofas; guidelines for a low-impact, energy-efficient remodel; and how to recycle or donate your castoffs so they don’t end up in the landfill. Like all Remodelista books, this manual is both a visual delight and an invaluable resource. Change begins in the home, and it’s inspiring to learn how climate-aware living choices, no matter how small, contribute to the greater good. Guidance includes: ·Low-impact remodeling ideas and approaches for every room ·Planet-friendly essentials: paint, rugs, bedding, furniture, and more ·The Vintage 75: favorite tried-and-true objects for everyday use ·Plus the lowdown on composting, energy-efficient appliances, insulation, HVAC, roofing, and moreTrade Review“Guralnick and Winston demonstrate how style and sustainability can coexist in this excellent guide to setting up a planet-friendly home. . . . This lovely, practical collection will be just right for green-minded designers.” —Publishers Weekly “A handbook for living beautifully while minimizing your impact on the environment.” —Washington Post “Easy ideas . . . . When we heard that the Remodelista team was coming out with a new book all about designing a less wasteful, more sustainable home, we knew this would be the kind of guidebook we reference again and again. . . . . [It] offers up advice for both more sustainable renovations and more eco-friendly everyday habits..” —Real Simple “Living in an eco-friendly home can still be chic! Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home shows you how to maximize both beauty and sustainability.” —House Home (Canada) “Guralnick and Winston demonstrate how style and sustainability can coexist in this excellent guide to setting up a planet-friendly home. . . . This lovely, practical collection will be just right for green-minded designers.” —Publishers Weekly “Being sustainable doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. That’s the ethos behind Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home by Margot Guralnick and Fan Winston (Artisan, £31.99, out 4 October), and it’s one that will interest anyone considering an eco-friendly project. As well as featuring homes dedicated to low-impact living, it includes a room-by-room guide to impactful swaps such as air-drying clothes rather than tumble-drying. There are simple DIY projects, a guide to buying vintage items, and advice on everything from healthy paint to upgrading windows.” —Grand Designs (U.K.) “A handbook for living beautifully while minimizing your impact on the environment.” —Washington Post “Easy ideas . . . . When we heard that the Remodelista team was coming out with a new book all about designing a less wasteful, more sustainable home, we knew this would be the kind of guidebook we reference again and again. . . . . [It] offers up advice for both more sustainable renovations and more eco-friendly everyday habits..” —Real Simple “Attainable ideas for living more sustainably. This info-packed book offers low-impact home remodeling tips, product repurposing options, composting advice, and more.” —Better Homes Gardens Do It Yourself “Living in an eco-friendly home can still be chic! Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home shows you how to maximize both beauty and sustainability.” —House Home (Canada) “Guralnick and Winston demonstrate how style and sustainability can coexist in this excellent guide to setting up a planet-friendly home. . . . This lovely, practical collection will be just right for green-minded designers.” —Publishers Weekly “Being sustainable doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. That’s the ethos behind Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home by Margot Guralnick and Fan Winston (Artisan, £31.99, out 4 October), and it’s one that will interest anyone considering an eco-friendly project. As well as featuring homes dedicated to low-impact living, it includes a room-by-room guide to impactful swaps such as air-drying clothes rather than tumble-drying. There are simple DIY projects, a guide to buying vintage items, and advice on everything from healthy paint to upgrading windows.” —Grand Designs (U.K.)Table of ContentsContents Introduction The Low-Impact Manifesto Call to Action: 7 Easy Habit Shifts 1 | 12 Low-Impact Houses and Gardens 2 | Room by Room Lessons for a Greener Way of Living 3 | Eco-Conscious Household Basics A Cheat Sheet 4 | The Remodelista Vintage 75 Favorite Objects for Everyday Use 5 | The Low-Impact Living Primer Fuss-Free DIYs for Household Upkeep and Improvement 6 | The Inner Workings Roofing, Insulation, HVAC, and More 7 | Resources Glossary Acknowledgments Photography Credits Index

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Book SynopsisLearn to master the proportions of a classic Martini or effortlessly put the finishing touches on a Moscow Mule with this essential guide to making classic cocktails. With the guidance of master mixologist Nick Mautone, anyone can learn to create these classic cocktails at home. With recipes taken from Raising the Bar (Artisan, 2004), this jam-packed cocktail handbook will teach readers liquor fundamentals, basic mixing techniques, how to prep certain drinks ahead of time, and what drinkware to use for each cocktail. Within the pages are brunch staples like the Mimosa and Bloody Mary, but also cult favourites, including the Cosmopolitan and Margarita, and spirit-forward cocktails that never go out of style, like the Old Fashioned and Sazerac. With all these favourite recipes at their fingertips, home bartenders can rely on Classic Cocktails for foolproof, easy-to-make cocktails anytime.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wished you had the time and tools to organize your house in a clutter-free, design-conscious, Pinterest-worthy way? From storage solutions and cleaning tips to secret space-saving methods and expert strategies, The Complete Book of Home Organization is packed with the tips and shortcuts you need to effectively organize your home.From small spaces and apartment solutions to how to tackle a big, messy home with a 15-week total home organization challenge, this book covers it all. The Complete Book of Home Organization spells out everything you need to de-clutter your house, store your belongings, and keep your home—and life—in tip-top shape. With high-quality design, intricate detail, and a durable flexicover—this manual is the perfect gift! Organize the 30 main spaces of your home, including the living and dining spaces, bedrooms and bathrooms, guest areas, baby and kids’ rooms, utility spaces and garages, entryways and offices, patios and decks, closets and pet areas! Keep track of your pantry, holiday and craft supplies, weekly menu planning, keepsakes, and schedules. From the basement to the attic, this book covers every nook and cranny. With step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and handy checklists, say goodbye to a messy home and wasted storage space!

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Book SynopsisThe follow-up to the bestselling Complete Book of Home Organization, the Complete Book of Home Cleaning is a complete, eco-friendly guide to cleaning your home. From establishing routines, making schedules, and DIYing green cleaning solutions to help keep every area of your home neat, safe and spotless—find it all here.Learn the best seasons to tackle home projects, storage solutions to simplify the process, and sweet  natural solutions for every room and fixture. This book will help you tackle every mess, stain, and dust-magnet, and keep things from getting out of hand in the future—all while being friendly to the environment and keeping toxic chemicals out of your home.  Whether you’re a neat freak or new to the world of homekeeping, let Toni Hammersley be your guide to establishing routines, learning techniques and mastering the best home cleaning hacks out there. Learn what needs a deep-clean and how often, how to substitute essential oils and pantry basics for store-bought chemicals and what to do about the toughest homekeeping dilemmas. Soon you’ll find that no matter the number of pets, kids, or others in your home, cleanliness is easier than you ever imagined.

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Book SynopsisThis text covers types of roofs; roofing and reroofing; roof and attic insulation and ventilation; skylights and roof openings; dormer construction; roof flashing details and more. It also contains information on code requirements, underlaying and attic ventilation.Table of ContentsForeword vii 1. Types of Roofs 1 2. Roofing and Reroofing 11 3. Roof Deck Preparation 61 4. Roof and Attic Ventilation 77 5. Skylights and Roof Openings 101 6. Dormer Construction 123 7. Roof Flashing Details 153 8. Applying Strip Shingles 189 9. Applying Specialty Shingles 239 10. Roll Roofing 265 11. Built-Up Roofing 285 12. Wood Shingle and Shake Roofing 309 13. Slate Roofing 355 14. Tile Roofing 379 15. Installing Gutters and Downspouts 427 16. Roofing for Historic Buildings 453 17. Historic Wooden Shingle Roofs 481 References 513 Index 521

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Book SynopsisThe primary emphasis of this updated third edition is on the application of various types of finishes to wood furniture. It also contains chapters on furniture repair and the preparation of wood surfaces.Table of ContentsForeword. Acknowledgments. 1. Introduction to Wood Finishing. 2. Finishing Tools and Supplies. 3. Types of Wood. 4. Introduction to Finish Technology. 5. Veneering. 6. Inlaying. 7. Repairing and Restoring. 8. Stripping Finishes. 9. Wood Preparation. 10. Staining. 11. Shellac Finishes. 12. Varnish Finishes. 13. Lacquer Finishes. 14. Paint and Enamel Finishes. 15. Oil and Wax Finishes. 16. Rubbing, Waxing, and Polishing Finishes. 17. Antiquing (Glazing) and Related Techniques. 18. Gilding and Bronzing. 19. Decorating Furniture. 20. Safety: Fire, Health, and the Environment. Glossary. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisOpens a window on the experiences of urban people living through one of Africa's most dramatic economic declines in the postcolonial era by focusing on such broad themes as household dynamics, gender politics, and informal economy in Mtendere.

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Book SynopsisThis book explores how one of the world’s leading environmental campaigns took off and shares lessons from its success. Interweaving interviews from participants, activists, and experts, Plastic Free tells the inspiring story of how ordinary people have created change in their homes, communities, workplaces, schools, businesses, and beyond.Trade ReviewPlastic Free shows how one person’s actions can ripple out and cause good around the globe. Never has there been a more important time to share hope and action and combine them for our Mother Earth. -- Melissa Joan Hart, actressPlastic Free July inspires me to step up my commitment to reducing single-use plastic in my daily life and on tour. -- Jack Johnson, musician and Plastic Free Foundation ambassadorPlastic Free shows us how to organize around our innate desire for a beautiful, clean environment and eventually change, in a fundamental way, the system that unnecessarily creates the ugly mess. -- Captain Charles Moore, veteran seafarer and author of Plastic OceanSome people feel overwhelmed by the environmental state of affairs and wait for politicians or manufacturers to change; others, like Rebecca Prince-Ruiz, take matters into their own hands, starting with their own lives. This is the success story of a global movement. It proves that change is in consumers’ hands, that individual action has more power than ever. Use this book to be inspired, or, better, use it as a template to change the world in your own way! -- Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your WasteThe more time I spend at sea, the more I realize that the solutions start on land. This book will guide you on that journey to making global change for the ocean from your doorstep. -- Emily Penn, ocean advocate, skipper, and cofounder of eXXpeditionNot just an inspiring story and a practical resource, this is evidence that grassroots actions by ordinary individuals and communities can make a material difference to the most wicked of environmental and social problems. Hats off. -- Tim Winton, authorFew people have spent as much time as Rebecca Prince-Ruiz trying to work out how to minimize the plastic in our lives. -- Craig Reucassel, comedian and presenter of War on WastePassionate call to action. ['Plastic Free' is] a comprehensive guidebook to anti-plastic activism. Sage advice for reducing plastic consumption, a necessity for our survival. Our verdict: Get it. * Kirkus *Motivating. 'Plastic Free July' founder [Rebecca] Prince-Ruiz tells the story of how she started an environmental movement and offers solutions for decreasing waste in this accessible account. Readers eager to reduce their plastic consumption would do well to pick up this excellent primer. * Publishers Weekly *Plastic Free is the remarkable story of how a social media post from an isolated corner of Western Australia grew into a global network of 250m activists. The 'accidental campaign' has since grown into an influential environmental movement. * Foreword Reviews *This is an inspiring and easy read for anyone questioning their plastic use. It provides comprehensive background information for educators and would make a welcome addition to a high school library. * Green Teacher *Table of ContentsWelcome1. The Day the Penny Dropped2. The Challenge Begins3. The Story of Throwaway Living4. Tackling the Top 45. Plastic Sea6. Try to Do Better7. It’s All About the Sharing8. Momentum Builds and the Movement Grows9. We’re All in This Together10. Life Beyond PlasticPostscriptResourcesAcknowledgmentsIndex

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Book SynopsisThis book explores how one of the world’s leading environmental campaigns took off and shares lessons from its success. Interweaving interviews from participants, activists, and experts, Plastic Free tells the inspiring story of how ordinary people have created change in their homes, communities, workplaces, schools, businesses, and beyond.Trade ReviewPlastic Free shows how one person’s actions can ripple out and cause good around the globe. Never has there been a more important time to share hope and action and combine them for our Mother Earth. -- Melissa Joan Hart, actressPlastic Free July inspires me to step up my commitment to reducing single-use plastic in my daily life and on tour. -- Jack Johnson, musician and Plastic Free Foundation ambassadorPlastic Free shows us how to organize around our innate desire for a beautiful, clean environment and eventually change, in a fundamental way, the system that unnecessarily creates the ugly mess. -- Captain Charles Moore, veteran seafarer and author of Plastic OceanSome people feel overwhelmed by the environmental state of affairs and wait for politicians or manufacturers to change; others, like Rebecca Prince-Ruiz, take matters into their own hands, starting with their own lives. This is the success story of a global movement. It proves that change is in consumers’ hands, that individual action has more power than ever. Use this book to be inspired, or, better, use it as a template to change the world in your own way! -- Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your WasteThe more time I spend at sea, the more I realize that the solutions start on land. This book will guide you on that journey to making global change for the ocean from your doorstep. -- Emily Penn, ocean advocate, skipper, and cofounder of eXXpeditionNot just an inspiring story and a practical resource, this is evidence that grassroots actions by ordinary individuals and communities can make a material difference to the most wicked of environmental and social problems. Hats off. -- Tim Winton, authorFew people have spent as much time as Rebecca Prince-Ruiz trying to work out how to minimize the plastic in our lives. -- Craig Reucassel, comedian and presenter of War on WastePassionate call to action. ['Plastic Free' is] a comprehensive guidebook to anti-plastic activism. Sage advice for reducing plastic consumption, a necessity for our survival. Our verdict: Get it. * Kirkus *Motivating. 'Plastic Free July' founder [Rebecca] Prince-Ruiz tells the story of how she started an environmental movement and offers solutions for decreasing waste in this accessible account. Readers eager to reduce their plastic consumption would do well to pick up this excellent primer. * Publishers Weekly *Plastic Free is the remarkable story of how a social media post from an isolated corner of Western Australia grew into a global network of 250m activists. The 'accidental campaign' has since grown into an influential environmental movement. * Foreword Reviews *This is an inspiring and easy read for anyone questioning their plastic use. It provides comprehensive background information for educators and would make a welcome addition to a high school library. * Green Teacher *Table of ContentsWelcome1. The Day the Penny Dropped2. The Challenge Begins3. The Story of Throwaway Living4. Tackling the Top 45. Plastic Sea6. Try to Do Better7. It’s All About the Sharing8. Momentum Builds and the Movement Grows9. We’re All in This Together10. Life Beyond PlasticPostscriptResourcesAcknowledgmentsIndex

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Book SynopsisGreen Cleaning For Dummies focuses on green solutions for cleaning every room of the house and beyond. The expert tips and advice informs readers how to clean their homes and workplaces in an ecologically friendly way without using harsh chemicals or other potentially hazardous substances.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part I: A Greener, Healthier Way to Clean 7 Chapter: 1: Cleaning House in a Brave Green World 9 Chapter 2: What’s Green Got to Do with It? 15 Chapter 3: Adding Up the Pluses of Cleaning Green 27 Part II: Getting to Work 41 Chapter 4: An Ounce of Prevention 43 Chapter 5: Assembling Your Hardware 57 Chapter 6: Mixing Things Up: A Green Cleaner Cookbook 75 Part III: Cleaning Green, Room by Room 101 Chapter 7: Everything in the Kitchen — Including the Sink 103 Chapter 8: Coming Clean in the Bathroom 125 Chapter 9: Airing the Dirty Laundry Room 145 Chapter 10: Creating a Clean and Healthful Sleeping Environment 165 Chapter 11: Greening and Cleaning the Living Room 183 Chapter 12: Transitioning from Home to the Great Outdoors 207 Part IV: The Part of Tens 235 Chapter 13: Ten (Or So) Ways Your Grandparents Got It Right 237 Chapter 14: Ten Steps — Beyond Clean — to Green Your Home and Your Life 245 Appendix: Green Resources 257 Index 263

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Book SynopsisBefore you drive that first nail, this is the guide youneed--thousands of hints, tips, and professional tricks of thetrade Authoritative, detailed, and fully illustrated, Rules of Thumb forHome Building, Improvement, and Repair gives you all the insideinformation you need to make your home improvement project gofaster and easier. For this all-in-one volume, do-it-yourselfexperts Gene and Katie Hamilton, founders of the online serviceHouseNet, have distilled the best professional home repair andremodeling information. Rules of Thumb will help you avoid the costly headaches that canresult from using the wrong materials, amounts, or measurements.Here in plain English are all the technical standards andspecifications for lumber, fasteners and adhesives, carpentry,plumbing, electrical wiring, painting, walls, ceilings and floors,doors and windows, weatherizing and climate control, exteriors,asphalt, concrete, masonry, and more. Plus, you''ll discovertime-tested procedures Table of ContentsWood Building Materials. Fasteners and Adhesives. Rough Carpentry and Finish Carpentry. Plumbing. Electrical. Painting. Walls. Ceilings and Floors. Doors and Windows. Weatherizing and Climate Control. Exterior. Concrete, Masonry, and Asphalt. Index.

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Book SynopsisIn search of a better way, author Jim Kristofic journeys across the Southwest to apprentice with architects and builders who know how to make buildings that will take care of us. This is where he meets the House Gods who are building to the sun so that we can live on Earth. Forever.

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Book SynopsisOrganize, declutter, donatedownsize and simplify your life Downsizing For Dummies provides you with strategies to downsize your life by moving to a smaller home, decluttering, simplifying your budget, and saving more money. You'll find tips to help decrease your cost of living, lower your home maintenance costs, protect and leverage your assets, and decide whether downsizing is right for you and your family. After downsizing your life, you'll save time on household chores and gain the freedom and flexibility that come with having fewer possessions. What will you do with all the time you save? Downsizing For Dummies will help you understand the benefits of living simply! Discover ways to declutter and simplify every corner of your lifeWeight the pros and cons of moving to a smaller homeSave time and money by cutting down on your chores and home maintenanceExperience a reduced stress level when you create space at home and workThis book is for anyone who is ready to live clutter-free andTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Downsizing 7 Chapter 1: Downsizing in a Nutshell 9 Chapter 2: Deciding Whether Downsizing Is Right for You (or Your Parents) 29 Chapter 3: Envisioning Your Future: Lifestyle and Location 45 Chapter 4: Laying the Groundwork 67 Chapter 5: Rallying the Troops 83 Part 2: Protecting and Leveraging Your Assets 101 Chapter 6: Getting a Handle on Your Finances 103 Chapter 7: Planning Your Estate 125 Chapter 8: Using Your Home to Generate Income 149 Part 3: Decluttering: Sell It, Give It Away, or Trash It 161 Chapter 9: Sorting Your Belongings 163 Chapter 10: Digitizing Photos, Videos, and Documentation 183 Chapter 11: Selling Stuff You No Longer Want or Need 199 Chapter 12: Giving Away Some Stuff 217 Chapter 13: Storing Stuff You Can’t Part With 229 Chapter 14: Disposing of Your Remaining Belongings 239 Part 4: Moving Out and Moving In 245 Chapter 15: Gimme Shelter: Choosing a Home 247 Chapter 16: Buying and Selling a Home 271 Chapter 17: Packing Your Belongings 287 Chapter 18: Executing a Successful Move 311 Part 5: The Part of Tens 325 Chapter 19: Ten Good Reasons to Downsize 327 Chapter 20: Ten Tips to Make Downsizing Less Stressful 333 Chapter 21: Ten (or So) Ways to Reduce Your Living Expenses 339 Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Supplement Your Income 345 Index 353

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Book SynopsisGenerations of devotees have sworn by apple cider vinegar: cooking with it, swigging it by the spoonful and using it as a remedy for a range of ailments. The tart, fermented flavour can add a punch to any recipe; it’s also great for weight loss, digestion and overall good health. It is a natural cleanser, relieves muscle soreness and even treats insect bites. The Apple Cider Vinegar Companion stands out from similar titles with its recipes, such as: Dill Pickle Potato Salad; Easy Homemade Farmer’s Cheese; Homemade Spiced Ketchup; Raspberry-Peach Shrub; and Green Tea and Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic.

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Book SynopsisHomeowners are spending more time and money than ever creating and sprucing up living spaces outside the house. Now that DIYers have greater access to the tools, techniques and materials required to build great patios and walkways, they're going all out. And this newest offering from the successful "Build Like a Pro" series is the best guide they can ask for. It's all in here - from base construction techniques to surface materials. A reader can choose to complete the six projects in this book exactly as presented or mix and match techniques to create a truly custom project. Complete in-depth information, step-by-step instructions, focused sidebars and tips add up to a professional patio or walkway project that homeowners will enjoy for years to come.

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Book SynopsisMove over, Man Caves. She Sheds are coming to a house near you. Across the country, ladies are carving out a special place for themselves, one free from stress and concern. And they're doing it in their own backyards by turning spaces usually reserved for old tools and greasy car parts into refined relaxation. The beauty of the She Shed is that it can take whatever form best suits your tastes. In Junk Beautiful: She Sheds, best-selling author and Queen of Junk Sue Whitney, founder of JUNKSTYLE and author of the Junk Beautiful brand of books, will introduce the "rustoration" philosophy to 15 she sheds from across the country. . Featured She Sheds will largely be small wooden structures, but could also take the shape of a dolled up camper, vintage horse trailer, tree house, or other unique space. . Shed rehab will include indoor and outdoor projects that run from light construction to accessory projects and simple hacks. . Re-using and re-inventing castoffs as home furnishings and accessories create uniquely personal spaces - the hallmark of She Sheds. AUTHOR: Sue Whitney founded JUNKMARKET in 2000 in response to a need in the marketplace for utilizing vintage finds stylishly in your home. Her company's vision was pretty and practical design through affordable re-use. JUNKMARKET is now the national leader in the industry and has a large online community of about 42,000 loyal members. Sue has authored three successful titles and produced columns for 'Country Home' and 'Country Garden' magazines as well as her own special interest magazine issue. Sue is a veteran public speaker and has been on the Today show multiple times and appeared regularly on HGTV's Country Style. She is also a paid speaker and consultant to vintage shows around the country. In spring of 2015, Sue launched her own show, Uncorked JUNKMARKET Style.

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Book SynopsisEnergise. Uplift. Comfort. Calm. Empower. Express. The road to happiness is paved with good emotions. In fact, a happy home is infused with these six actions and this cheerful book will help you create a space you love and that loves you back. Lovely Indeed creator Chelsea Foy offers up more than 50 creative ideas to engage all the senses to brighten your mood throughout your home. This book sits at the intersection of HGTV home improvements and design, thoughtful Marie Kondo practices, and a cheery color palette fans of the Home Edit will love. Kicking off with a foreword by Joy Cho, creator of Oh Joy!, the book then guides you through questions to consider so you can customise your home to your own mood-lifting needs, be it a calming bedroom, a chill den, or an energising kitchen. Easy projects and ideas offer a path to tweaking the rooms of your house so they engage all the senses in all the right ways. Each chapter focuses on a feeling and includes: Guided prompts/questions: Prompts to reflect on what a happy space might look and feel like, Quick Tricks: Creative hacks and ideas to freshen up your space, Afternoon Projects: Doable projects and inspo for your home and décor to add joy, Big Ideas: Step-by-step projects that you can complete in a day or weekend that are inexpensive but go a long way to creating a home tailored to your tastes and happiness needs.Trade Review"This book is a guide to instilling the joy into your home that we all need." —Joy Cho, founder of Oh Joy!"This straightforward debut by Lovely Indeed blogger Foy shares ideas on how to brighten up living spaces. “Joy is found in the little moments surrounding us every day,” she writes, outlining mostly low-effort projects intended to inspire joy in the home."--Pubilshers WeeklyTable of ContentsForeword by Joy Cho Introduction: Happiness Begins at Home Uplift. Fill your space with joy and good vibes. Forage BouquetsStock Your Home BarCreate a Prism SuncatcherCraft Faux Floral WordsSet a Bedroom MoodWeave a Wall HangingColor-Block Your Walls Calm. Make your home a safe and peaceful haven. Pretty Up and Label Your BottlesMake Your Own Nontoxic Room SprayMake an Upcycled Matchstick HolderDIY Incense HolderEffectively Clear ClutterCreate an Indoor Herb GardenEnergize. Create a space that energizes and refreshes. Arrange a Harmonious and Welcoming Coffee TableMix Diffuser Recipes for Every Room and MoodAssemble a Glass Jar TerrariumCreate a Conversation JarDraft a Patio-Cleaning ChecklistGarden in PotsCreate a Sunrise Doormat Comfort. Bring out the cozy, comforting feeling of home. Light Up Your Outdoor SpaceConcoct Fresh + Fragrant Simmering SpicesWhip Up Easy Bathroom CurtainsMake a DIY Leather Key BasketBoost Your Workspace Comfort and ProductivityDevelop a Sleep RoutineBuild a Work-from-Anywhere Lap Desk Empower. Build a space that supports your needs. Hack More Coat Closet Storage and OrganizationCreate a Kids' Room That Promotes IndependenceMake Rope Baskets for Bathroom StorageDress Your DeskPaint a Brick FireplaceRefresh a Room with a Furniture ReorganizationExpress. Make a space that showcases your uniqueness. Upcycle Wall ArtCreate Grid Photo Wallpaper for Your CabinetsStyle Your BookshelfDisplay Kids' ArtOne Outdoor Space, Many WaysUse Decals to Create Faux WallpaperConclusion

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Book SynopsisBest-selling author Sheri Koones presents the hottest trend in the housing market. The 25 small houses presented in Downsize are owned by people who have made a conscious decision to downsize from a larger home to a smaller home - or who just decided to build small in the first place. Some of the houses are new (site-built or prefab), others are remodels. The featured houses show how to use space efficiently through such strategies as: . creative storage space . multi-purpose rooms . pocket and barn doors . integrating smaller appliances These exceptional houses show how small can be comfortable, practical, energy efficient - and beautiful. 279 photographs, 33 illustrations

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Book SynopsisYou may have mastered Arduino and 3D printing, but what will you make when the power goes out? This book, featuring projects drawn from previous issues of Make: and Craft:, features projects you can build with little or no technology. Whether it's making your own cider or starting a fire with a bow drill, the projects in this book will let you keep making even when you're away from civilization. Whether you're on a camping trip or fortifying the last human settlement against hordes of zombies, you'll find something in this book that will keep you happy, engaged, and most important of all...alive! Projects include: Making fire with a bow drill Old-school bookbinding Kitchen table cider making Hogwash bacon soap Da Vinci reciprocating mechanism The Rok-Bak chair Olive oil lamp

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Book SynopsisBy 2020, holiday rentals are expected to surpass the hotel industry. But with so much competition, how do property owners stand out? In Rock Your Rental, the Palmisano sisters offer their unique design ideas to upgrade your space from sometimes-booked to a sought-after lodging destination. Full of inspiration, DIY projects, marketing tips and gorgeous before-and-after photos, this book is essential reading for innkeepers, bed-and-breakfast owners and hotel hosts—and especially for holiday rental owners who use sites such as Airbnb, VRBO, HomeAway and Booking.com. A witty, go-to handbook with actionable tips, examples and ideas, Rock Your Rental is an essential resource for property owners who want to increase their bookings, profits and the happiness of their customers.

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Book SynopsisIncreased awareness of the environment and an ever-present interest in curb appeal means that homeowners are eager for more sustainable, natural landscaping. And why shouldn’t they be? In addition to supporting local flora and fauna, ditching grass for lush, native plants helps lower water bills and results in self-sustaining gardens long-term. In John Gidding’s At Home with Nature, homeowners will find thorough blueprints to reap these benefits and bring their dream garden to life. Complete with specific information for every US bioregion, a glossary of native plants, illustrated yard renderings and photos and detailed explanations of suburban codes, this book has examples and techniques to build responsible natural spaces. And as an HGTV star with over a decade of design experience, Gidding is the landscaping expert readers need to get the job done. At Home with Nature is the ultimate resource for creating beautiful and beneficial home gardens.

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Industrialisiertes Bauen und Wohnen: Zur sozialen Konstruktion eines baugeschichtlichen Topos.- Die ‚Platte ‘als Chiffre.- Industrialisiertes Bauen als soziologischer Forschungsgegenstand.- Die quantitative Dimension des industriellen Wohnungsbaus in der DDR.- Begriffsbestimmung.- 2 Technik als Leitbild. Zur Entwicklung des industrialisierten Bauens und dessen Verknüpfung mit dem Wohnungsproblem.- Das 19. Jahrhundert: der Auftakt.- ‚Prefabrication ‘als Instrument der Kolonialisierung.- Der Kristallpalast.- Die ‚Erfindung ‘der Platte.- Das 20. Jahrhundert: ‚Fordismus ‘als architekturpolitische Ideologie.- Gesellschaftskonzept für den Sozialismus: Sowjetischer Taylorismus.- Industrialisierung des Bauens und Wohnungsreform.- Rationalisierung des Wohnungsbaus im Nationalsozialismus.- Wohnford als Weltphänomen: Industrialisierung als säkularer Trend nach 1945.- Beispiel Bundesrepublik Deutschland.- Beispiel Frankreich.- Beispiel Sowjetunion.- 3 Entdifferenzierung durch Industrialisierung: Zur Genese des Systems der ‚Platte ‘in der DDR.- Akteure und Strukturen im Bauwesen der DDR.- Grundlegung des industrialisierten Bauens.- Der ‚system builder ‘Gerhard Kosel.- Technokratische Ideologiebildung als Theoretisierungsversuch.- Die Organisationsstruktur des Bauwesens der DDR.- Sozialpolitik als Wohnungspolitik: die WBS 70.- 4 Zur Ideologie der ‚Platte‘.- Die ‚Platte ‘als soziologisches Sachverhältnis.- 1. Das Gleichheitspostulat.- 2. Die sozialistische Kleinfamilie.- 3. Technik- und Fortschrittsgläubigkeit.- Realisation: Wohnen und Neubaugebiet.- 5 Wohnen in der ‚Platte ‘im Spiegel soziologischer Forschung der DDR.- Wohnen als Bestandteil „sozialistischer Lebensweise-Theorie“.- Neubaugebietsforschung in der DDR.- 6 Die ‚Platte ‘als sozio-technisches System.- 7 Ausblick: Entdifferenzierung als Hypothek — Differenzierung als Aufgabe.- Anhang 1: Kurzangaben zu soziologischen und sozialpsychologischen Untersuchungen in den Neubaugebieten der DDR von 1966 bis 1989.- Anhang 2: WBS 70 — typische Grundrißlösungen.- Anmerkungen.- Abkürzungen.- Literatur.- Abbildungsverzeichnis.- Bildnachweis.

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a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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