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By Martin Kelvin

£43.95 18 Jan 2012 Hardback Associated University Presses

This book is an indispensable resource, not only for historians and collectors but all those interested in the decorative arts and the history of design.

Good Wood Joints Good Wood Joints

15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Albert Jackson, D Day

£35.50 15 Jan 2012 Hardback F&W Publications Inc

Helps woodworkers decide which joints are best for specific situations and step-by-step how to skillfully make them.

The Scottish Pistol

03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

By Martin Kelvin

£43.95 03 Jan 2012 Hardback Associated University Presses

This book is an indispensable resource, not only for historians and collectors but all those interested in the decorative arts and the history of design.

Window Inspired Ideas for Framing Your View

28 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

By Becky Charlton, Belinda Brolo, Leisure Arts, Inc.

£16.99 28 Dec 2011 Paperback Leisure Arts Inc

Photos and tips from a professional designer show the reader how to choose the perfect window fashions.

The Scottish Pistol

19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Affordable, Sustainable Nesting Skills

By Martin Kelvin

£42.95 19 Dec 2011 Hardback Associated University Presses

This book is an indispensable resource, not only for historians and collectors but all those interested in the decorative arts and the history of design.

Make Your Place

08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

By Raleigh Briggs

£7.99 08 Dec 2011 Paperback Microcosm Publishing

Raleigh Briggs collects her zines, illustrations, and thoughts around what it is that makes a great DIY householdahomemade cleaning solvents that aren't made from poison, herbs that will heal you, and how to setup a great garden. These tips and tricks fill in the gaps for those of us longing to live this lifestyle but lacking the necesary know-how.

The Scottish Pistol

02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

By Martin Kelvin

£42.95 02 Dec 2011 Hardback Associated University Presses

This book is an indispensable resource, not only for historians and collectors but all those interested in the decorative arts and the history of design.

The Scottish Pistol

17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Affordable, Sustainable Nesting Skills

By Martin Kelvin

£42.95 17 Nov 2011 Hardback Associated University Presses

This book is an indispensable resource, not only for historians and collectors but all those interested in the decorative arts and the history of design.

Make Your Place

12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

By Raleigh Briggs

£5.99 12 Aug 2011 Paperback Microcosm Publishing

Green Your Home

01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Proven Path to a Money Smart, Health Conscious and Environmentally

By Gary Keller, Dave Jenks, Jay Papasan

£14.99 01 Jul 2011 Hardback McGraw-Hill Education - Europe

A hands-on guide to reaping big benefits from small investments with forward-thinking "green" trends

Building Country Comforts

23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Wisdom on Living a Sustainable, Back-to-basics Life

By Robert Inwood, Christian Bruyere

£14.99 23 Jun 2011 Paperback Sterling Publishing Co Inc

Showcases homes and detailed, step-by-step building projects by non-professionals, along with their personal stories.

May Your Walls Know Joy

31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 31 Jan 2011 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Mary Anne Radmacher could be the Martha Stewart of inspired livingaliving life to its fullest. Her previous books, Live Boldly and Lean Forward into Your Life, share stories and strategies for savoring every morsel of this life and living up to our fullest potential and beyond our wildest dreams. In May Your Walls Know Joy, Radmacher returns to her signature style, combining a few poetic, aphoristic words with beautifully constructed four-color art. This book is a celebration of home and family and all that they meanaa refuge from the world, a creative incubator, where lives are lived and friends are welcome. This book is a benediction and a blessing for a new home (or for a special occasion in an old home): aMay your walls / know joy, / each room / hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility. May home be the place from which you launch your dreams.a

May Your Walls Know Joy

31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 31 Dec 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Space Clearing

27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Art of Intuitive Feng Shui

By Lucy Harmer

£16.99 27 Dec 2010 Paperback North Atlantic Books,U.S.

Defines the foundations of space clearing and its purposes (to improve the quality of life by liberating the old energy trapped within a space) and gives numerous examples of reasons for doing one - from a birth or a death to a new job or house. This book explains the 33 easy steps involved in a space clearing ceremony.

May Your Walls Know Joy

30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 30 Nov 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Managing the Security of Classified Information and Contracts

01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Bennett Jeffrey

£49.99 01 Nov 2010 Hardback Taylor & Francis Ltd

Describes the requirements of the National Industrial Security Program and explains how to meet or exceed them while performing classified contracts. This work demonstrates how the government classifies and protects information. It describes the requirements to receive, store, perform, duplicate, disseminate and ship classified material.

May Your Walls Know Joy

31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 31 Oct 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

May Your Walls Know Joy

30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 30 Sep 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

The Complete Guide to Codes for Homeowners

24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Your Photo Guide to Electrical Codes Plumbing Codes Building Codes

By Bruce Barker

£16.99 24 Sep 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Codes are a fact of life for do-it-yourselfers, but getting good information on codes can be a nightmare. Anyone who has ever opened a code book (or even a code interpretation book) looking for the answer to a building, wiring or plumbing question has found the same thing: a lot of arcane, technical words and cross-referencing, pages of meaningless charts, but no information that make sense. "The Complete Guide to Codes for Homeowners "combines decades of experience by author and IRC-certified home inspector Bruce Barker with Creative Publishing's famous studio photography, and the result is the first truly clear and easy to use codes reference book for homeowners and tradesmen alike. Current with 2009 International Residential Code (IRC).

May Your Walls Know Joy

31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 31 Aug 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

May Your Walls Know Joy

31 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 31 Jul 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Twelve by Twelve

05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A One-room Cabin Off the Grid and Beyond the American Dream

By William Powers

£14.50 05 Jul 2010 Paperback New World Library

Why would a successful American physician choose to live in a 12' x 12' cabin without running water or electricity? This book tells about the author's visit to Dr Ashley Benton in rural North Carolina. It includes clues to personal and global healing.

Out on the Porch Calendar 2011

05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Workman Publishing

£10.99 05 Jul 2010 Calendar Algonquin Books (division of Workman)

Adobe Homes for All Climates

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Simple, Affordable and Earthquake-resistant Natural Building Techniques

By Lisa Morey Schroder, Vince Ogletree

£29.95 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Chelsea Green Publishing Co

Adobe Homes for All Climates describes Adobe Building Systems' patented reinforcement and scaffolding systems, showing readers how to construct adobe homes more easily and safely, and with superior strength, durability, structural integrity, and aesthetic appeal, as compared to earthen homes of the past.

Black & Decker Here's Trim and Finish Carpentry

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Techniques and Tips from the Pros

By Creative Publishing International, Editors of Creative Publishing

£16.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Ultimate Guide: Walks, Patios & Walls

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Creative Homeowner Press

£16.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

A guide to designing and building walks, patios & walls. It includes: ideas for brick, mortar, and concrete walks and patios; flagstone and tile patios; and, brick and mortared stone walls. It offers advice on how to adapt projects to your home, and more.

Ultimate Guide: Barns, Sheds & Outbuildings

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Creative Homeowner Press

£19.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

A guide to planning and building your own barn, shed, or outbuilding. It includes step-by-step photo instructions for building foundations, framing, and roofing. It also contains the information needed to plan, build, and finish a utility building.

Best-selling 1-story Home Plans

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Creative Homeowner Press

£12.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

A collection of more than 300 of the most popular and stylish single-storey home plans. It includes: 320 home plans, with 450-full-colour photos & illustrations; 32 full-colour pages of interior design and decorating tips; details on purchasing full construction blueprints for each home; and, more.

Roofing

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Creative Homeowner Press

£10.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

A guide to what you need to know in order to maintain and repair the roof of your home - correctly, safely, and efficiently. It includes: advice on selecting the right materials, such as asphalt, slate, or tile; information on installing flashing material; safe working procedures; and, more.

Furniture Repair & Restoration

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Brian Hingley

£13.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

A guide to repairing/restoring your furniture. It includes: over 350 colour photos and illustrations; step-by-step instructions for the most commons repairs; easy-to-follow tips for restoring furniture to a professional level; and, more.

Ultimate Guide: Trimwork

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Creative Homeowner

£19.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

Trimwork can be both practical and decorative - it covers rough edges and joints between materials, yet it can also add detail and subtle character to a home. This title offers a guide to what you need to know about trimwork to get that professional finish. It shows how easy it is to enhance any home by adding decorative trimwork or moulding.

Color Saves the Day

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Power of the Perfect Color Palette

By Lucianna Samu

£18.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Creative Homeowner Press,U.S.

A guide to choosing the right colours to create your perfect look. It offers inspiration and ideas for trying out fresh ways of working with colour and advice on how to use it as an effective cost-saving decorating solution.

Way Kitchens Work

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Science Behind the Microwave, Teflon Pan, Garbage Disposal, and More

By Ed Sobey

£12.50 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Zephyr Press

How does a microwave heat food? Why is only one side of aluminium foil shiny? And is it better to use cold or hot water in a garbage disposal? Answering these questions, this title reveals the hidden science of the kitchen and its trappings.

Spiritual Strategies for Mental Health

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Ellen Coyte

£2.00 01 Jul 2010 Pamphlet / Leaflet (Stapled / Folded) Speak Up Somerset

Dream Sewing Spaces

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Thrifty, Creative and Eco-Friendly Ways to Raise Your Child

By Lynette Ranney Black

£20.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Palmer-Pletsch Associates

Offering numerous ideas to help save sewing enthusiasts time and money, this reference features architectural drawings, organisation and storage ideas, and plans to optimise ergonomics.

Reviving Britain's Terraces: Life After Pathfinder

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mark Hines

£15.00 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Save Britain's Heritage

Homemade Kids

01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Nicola Baird

£10.99 01 Jul 2010 Paperback Ebury Press

Raising a healthy, happy child doesn't need to be a complicated process that puts a strain on the planet and your wallet. This book can help you to: make your home a more healthy, energy-efficient environment; create toys and fun activities for your baby; and, consider the best feeding and transport solutions for your family.

May Your Walls Know Joy

30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 30 Jun 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Celebrates home and family and all that they mean - a refuge from the world, a creative incubator, where lives are lived and friends are welcome.

How to Paint Barns and Buildings

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Timothy Remus

£16.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Wolfgang Publications

Walks readers through the various spray equipment options, and how to buy or rent the best equipment for painting barns and buildings. This book includes two start-to-finish paint jobs, one wooden barn and one metal building.

Living Green

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Practical Guide to Simple Sustainability

By Greg Horn

£12.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Freedom Press Inc,US

Country Cottage Conservation

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Guide to Maintenance and Repair

By Bevis Claxton

£16.99 25 Jun 2010 Hardback The Crowood Press Ltd

Suitable for those who love country cottages. From simple DIY redecoration to employing architects and builders to tackle significant repairs, this book is full of helpful information. It explains how cottage owners are able to protect and enhance their investment, and discusses various repair and redecoration options and their consequences.

Complete Guide to Backyard Recreation Projects

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sports Courts and Outdoor Games Play Structures and Treehouses Outdoor

By Eric Smith

£16.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

1001 Ideas for Stonework

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ultimate Sourcebook

By Richard Wiles

£16.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

The natural look and feel of stone is unmatched by any other building or decorating medium. It provides a professional and elegant appearance that is also practical and durable for home interiors and exteriors. Thousands of inspirational photographs in" "this book show you how to integrate this prized material into your home. Packed with expert advice on design, materials, budgets, maintenance, and installation, "1001 Ideas for Stone Work" is your professional guide to working with stone.

The Complete Guide to Garages

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ideas and Inspirations for Creating the Perfect Garage

By Chris Marshall

£14.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Presents various ideas for garage organization. This book includes a range of step-by-step projects, ranging from the installation of basic shelving and storage features, to complete follow-along sequences showing the construction of three different garage styles from the ground up.

Fix it Up

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Quick, Inexpensive Ways to Rehab a Home

By Ann Baldwin, Phil Schmidt

£12.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Shows readers the ways to take a house from fixer upper to move in condition. This book reveals the many shortcuts and practical approaches that can get you from point A to point B with maximum efficiency. It is suitable for the housing boom - where homeowners buy and rehab houses not as investments, but as primary residences.

The Complete Guide to Plumbing

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Black & Decker

£16.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Fresher and more complete than ever, this edition includes new material and revised information and is completely current with the 2006 Universal Plumbing Code. From basic repairs to advanced renovations, this is the only plumbing reference book a homeowner needs.

Don't Sweat it... Hire It!

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An A to Z Guide to Finding, Hiring, and Managing Home Improvement Pros

By Phil Schmidt

£14.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

A fun, easy-to-understand guide to hiring professionals to do your home repairs and improvements.

Tiling

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Expert Advice to Get the Job Done Right

By Josh Garskof

£14.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

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.

Kitchens

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Karen Templer

£14.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

Bathrooms

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Designs to Inspire, Projects to Build

By Bridget Biscotti Bradley

£14.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

Built-Ins

25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Jeanne Huber

£14.99 25 Jun 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

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.

The Girl Mechanic Goes Outdoors

24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

160 Fun and Fascinating Projects to Make

By Popular Mechanics

£7.99 24 Jun 2010 Paperback Sterling Publishing Co Inc

Presented in a durable, flexibound format, this title targets the fairer sex with a range of fun and practical projects, including campfire crafts such as a nut bowl and flower basket made from logs. It features ideas that the whole family can enjoy such as backyard amusements like the Fairyland Playhouse and Porch Swing Chair.

"House Beautiful" Fabrics for Your Home

24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

350 Designer Favorites

By Jennifer Boles

£12.99 24 Jun 2010 Paperback Sterling Publishing Co Inc

Offers a mix of practical information and inspiration for the home decorator. This book helps novice and expert alike select and match the ideal fabrics for every room. Featuring advice from more than 60 top designers, as well as actual swatches, it allows readers to pick the fabrics that will add personality to their home.

"Popular Mechanics" Shed Nation

24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Design, Build and Customize the Perfect Shed for Your Yard

By Dan Eckstein

£14.99 24 Jun 2010 Paperback Sterling Publishing Co Inc

Suitable for the homeowner who want to build or customise a shed, this title features photographs that present a wide variety of sheds, from tree houses to eco-friendly buildings. It includes innovative plans for building several sheds, each with a different practical use.

The Green House

24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Alanna Stang

£16.99 24 Jun 2010 Sheet Map (Folded) Princeton Architectural Press

Cross-training for First Responders

22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Gregory Bennett

£44.99 22 Jun 2010 Hardback Taylor & Francis Ltd

Covering exercises, training curricula, and cost-effective recommendations, this manual prepares first responders to face multiple threats from multiple sources. Applying the concept of cross-training to round out skill-sets, it prepares these diverse outfits to assist each other and overcome traditional philosophical and logistical boundaries.

Converting Old Buildings into New Homes

21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Barrie Davies, Nigel Begg

£12.99 21 Jun 2010 Paperback The Crowood Press Ltd

Residential property prices have risen dramatically over the years yet there are thousands of dilapidated and unused buildings which can present a much cheaper way of acquiring a home.

Summers in France

20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Kathryn M. Ireland

£25.00 20 Jun 2010 Hardback Gibbs M. Smith Inc

The Hybrid House

20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Designing with Sun, Wind, Water, and Earth

By Catherine Wanek

£16.99 20 Jun 2010 Paperback Gibbs M. Smith Inc

Sustainable Home Refurbishment

18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Earthscan Expert Guide to Retrofitting Homes for Efficiency

By David Thorpe

£34.99 18 Jun 2010 Hardback Earthscan Ltd

A retro-fit offers many benefits: cutting electricity and heating bills, increasing the resale value of homes, slashing carbon emissions and creating a healthier place to live. This book at: draught-proofing, insulation and damp; ventilation, heating and cooling; electrical efficiency and renewable energy; water use and re-use; and, more.

Remodeling a Basement

10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Roger German

£16.99 10 Jun 2010 Paperback Taunton Press Inc

Finishing a basement is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to increase living space and the value of a home. This book contains information on egress windows, and takes readers through the entire remodelling process, showing how to construct the family rooms, bathrooms, laundry rooms, workshops and hobby rooms.

Greensense for the Home

10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

How to Pay for and Profit from 50 Green Home Projects

By Eric Corey Freed, Kevin Daum

£16.99 10 Jun 2010 Paperback Taunton Press Inc

Offers a practical approach to green projects that readers can apply to their own homes. This book evaluates a wide array of projects, including insulating pipes, weatherising doors and windows, composting and recycling. It provides the answer to the many questions relating to the cost of environmentally friendly home improvements.

Toward a Zero Energy Home

10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Complete Guide to Energy Self-sufficiency at Home

By David Johnston, Scott Gibson

£17.99 10 Jun 2010 Paperback Taunton Press Inc

A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) is a home that produces as much energy as it consumes. This title explores the design and construction of self-sufficient houses from start to finish. It cites climate and geographic challenges, describes how to go about building an energy-efficient home, and features ten houses that were built for zero energy living.

New Backyard Idea Book

10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Natalie Ermann Russell

£14.99 10 Jun 2010 Paperback Taunton Press Inc

Offers hundreds of ideas for turning a backyard into an outdoor living area. This title includes ideas for porches and patios, outdoor rooms for dining and entertaining, garden rooms, various types of sheds and outdoor buildings, and more. It also includes a sidebar that features a DIY project for more hands-on homeowners.

At Home with Laurie Ann

10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Laurie Ann McMillin Ray

£24.99 10 Jun 2010 Hardback Laurie Ann Publishing

Gives insight into the art of the easy room makeover by combining colour, fabric, and wallpaper with quality furnishings and flea market finds, and teaches how to transform a space from mediocre to wow with just a few small changes.

Moneywise Makeovers

07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Modest Remodels and Affordable Room Redos

By Jean Nayar

£14.99 07 Jun 2010 Paperback Hachette Filipacchi Media

Guide to Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit

03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Sam Lister, Martin Ward, John Zebedee

£26.00 03 Jun 2010 Paperback Chartered Institute of Housing

Build Your Own House

03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

How to Plan, Manage and Build the Home of Your Dreams

By Ian Rock

£19.99 03 Jun 2010 Hardback Haynes Publishing Group

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Live or Let Die; Buildings at Risk

02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Rhiannon Tracy

£15.00 02 Jun 2010 Paperback Save Britain's Heritage

Hue

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Kelly Wearstler

£60.00 01 Jun 2010 Hardback AMMO Books LLC

101 Saturday Morning Projects: Organize - Decorate - Rejuvenateno Project Over 4 Hours!

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Family Handyman

£8.76 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Reader's Digest Association

The Fast and Furious Five Step Organizing Solution

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

No Fuss Clutter Control from a Top Porfessional Organizer

By Susan Pinsky

£12.99 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Fair Winds Press

Complete Photo Guide to Sheds, Barns, Outbuildings

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Includes Garages, Gazebos, Shelters, Garden Sheds and More

By Creative Publishing International, Editors of Creative Publishing

£16.99 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

The Complete Guide to Codes for Homeowners

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Your Photo Guide to Electrical Codes Plumbing Codes Building Codes

By Bruce Barker

£16.99 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Dream Sewing Spaces

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Preventing the Next Urban Water Crisis

By Lynette Ranney Black

£20.99 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Palmer-Pletsch Associates

Offering numerous ideas to help save sewing enthusiasts time and money, this reference features architectural drawings, organisation and storage ideas, and plans to optimise ergonomics.

Dry Run

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Jerry Yudelson

£16.99 01 Jun 2010 Paperback New Society Publishers

With water restrictions emerging in many developed countries and water diversions for industrial, urban and environmental reasons stirring up oceans of controversy, there is a growing thirst for innovative approaches to reducing our water footprint. This book shows the ways to manage scarce water resources and handle the urban water crises.

Modern Woodturning

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Basic Techniques and Projects

By Helga Becker

£18.00 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Stobart Davies Ltd

This book will introduce you to traditional woodturning techniques and describe step by step how raw wood may be turned into beautiful, elegant shapes. Each technique is illustrated with many pictures showing every step from the point of view of the woodturner - even beginners can follow Helga Becker's tips and tricks.

Ultimate Horse Barns

01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Randy Leffingwell

£16.99 01 Jun 2010 Paperback Voyageur Press Inc

Ike Kligerman Barkley Houses

31 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Ike Kilgerman Barkley Architects

£40.00 31 May 2010 Hardback Monacelli Press

May Your Walls Know Joy

31 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 31 May 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Celebrates home and family and all that they mean - a refuge from the world, a creative incubator, where lives are lived and friends are welcome.

How to Paint Barns and Buildings

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Timothy Remus

£16.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Wolfgang Publications

Simply Creative Faux Finishes with Gary Lord

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

30 Cutting Edge Techniques for Walls, Floors and Ceilings

By Gary Lord

£18.99 28 May 2010 Paperback F&W Publications Inc

Suitable for young people looking for home decor ideas and wall finishes beyond the usual ragging and sponging, this title includes photos of finishes such as: colored metallic paints; Italian dimensional plasters; hologram foils; reactive materials such as rust and patinas; and, stained concrete.

1001 Ideas for Stonework

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ultimate Sourcebook

By Richard Wiles

£16.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

The Complete Guide to Garages

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ideas and Inspirations for Creating the Perfect Garage

By Chris Marshall

£14.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Fix it Up

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Quick, Inexpensive Ways to Rehab a Home

By Ann Baldwin, Phil Schmidt

£12.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

The Complete Guide to Plumbing

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Black & Decker

£16.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Don't Sweat it... Hire It!

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An A to Z Guide to Finding, Hiring, and Managing Home Improvement Pros

By Phil Schmidt

£14.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

A fun, easy-to-understand guide to hiring professionals to do your home repairs and improvements.

The Heart of Simple Living

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

7 Paths to a Better Life

By Wanda Urbanska

£12.99 28 May 2010 Paperback F&W Publications Inc

With proven wisdom and rules to live by, this title helps readers explore the seven paths to a simpler lifestyle for reasons of conscience, environmental and economic concern and social justice that can bring them newfound happiness and peace of mind.

Tiling

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Expert Advice to Get the Job Done Right

By Josh Garskof

£14.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

Kitchens

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Karen Templer

£14.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

Bathrooms

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Designs to Inspire, Projects to Build

By Bridget Biscotti Bradley

£14.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

Built-Ins

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Jeanne Huber

£14.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Sunset Books,U.S.

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.

More Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

1700 Ways to Save Time and Money

By Reader's Digest

£12.99 28 May 2010 Paperback David & Charles PLC

Everywhere you look, there are expensive products that claim to provide the answer to your needs. This book shows you how you can get the same results with the things that you already have. It shows how to use: banana peel to fertilize roses, pliers to hold a torch at an angle, and toothpaste to remove watermarks.

Surveying Fundamentals and Practices

28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Jerry A. Nathanson, Michael T. Lanzafama, Philip C. Kissam

£61.99 28 May 2010 Paperback Pearson Education (US)

Collins Complete Wiring and Lighting

27 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Albert Jackson, David Day

£9.99 27 May 2010 Paperback HarperCollins Publishers

A completely revised, redesigned and updated edition of the number one guide to home wiring and lighting, now in handy paperback format. Contains comprehensive and up-to-date information on the new electrical regulations.

True Green Life

25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In 100 Everyday Ways

By Kim McKay, Jenny Bonnin

£10.99 25 May 2010 Paperback National Geographic Society

A collection of 100 tips that touches on various dimension of our lives - from our vacations, to our health, to our celebrations. It includes the chapters that present simple - yet important - things we can do to not only help the environment, but also to save money through smarter use of our resources.

Country Cottage Conservation

24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Guide to Maintenance and Repair

By Bevis Claxton

£16.99 24 May 2010 Hardback The Crowood Press Ltd

Signposts for Country Living

20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Suzanne Ruthven, Kelly Garrett

£9.99 20 May 2010 Paperback The Good Life Press

Landlord's Letters

17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Plugging the Communication Gap Between Landlords and Their Tenants for

By Adam Church

£12.99 17 May 2010 Paperback Lawpack Publishing Ltd

The Boy Mechanic Saves the World (one Project at a Time)

13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

252 Earth-friendly Projects and Tips

By "Popular Mechanics"

£7.99 13 May 2010 Paperback Sterling Publishing Co Inc

Part of the "Boy Mechanic" series, this title presents eco-friendly activities. From turning ketchup bottles into nifty soap dispensers and building a window greenhouse for plants to making a power-generating windmill, it features useful shortcuts for conserving our resources.

The Gardener's Cottage in Riverside, Illinois

09 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Living in a "Small Masterpiece" by Frederick Law Olmsted, Frank Lloyd

By Cathy Jean Maloney

£22.50 09 May 2010 Hardback Center for American Places,US

Describes the Gardener's Cottage's - a small but unassuming masterpiece built for the Avery Coonley Estate's (a rare joint effort by Frank Lloyd Wright and landscape architect Jens Jensen) gardener and his wife - beginnings, providing biographical background and design insight into the house itself and Riverside's key creators.

Revive!

07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Inspired Interiors from Recycled Materials

By Jacqueline Mulvaney

£18.99 07 May 2010 Paperback A & C Black Publishers Ltd

Aimed at the beginner sewer who wants to make soft furnishings for the home with a minimum of skill, on a slim budget. The idea is to recycle and renew, creating lovely new things for the house from old clothes, curtains, sheets or skirts, by cutting them up and restructuring them and combining them with new materials and trimmings.

Throw Out Fifty Things

06 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Let Go of Your Clutter and Grab Hold of Your Life

By Gail Blanke

£11.99 06 May 2010 Paperback Little, Brown & Company

"The Motivator" columnist at Real Simple and life coach for Fortune 500 companies, Gail Blanke, offers inspiring ways to clear away the debris of your life-both physical and mental-to help you find peace, energy and a better vision of who you are.

Self-sufficiency

03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Practical Guide for Modern Living

By Gaia, Books Ltd

£20.00 03 May 2010 Hardback Octopus Publishing Group

A reference guide to living by your own means, working with nature and reducing your carbon footprint and living costs. Whether you simply want to grow your own vegetables or intend to go the whole hog and relocate to the county, it guides you through various aspects of self-sufficiency for the 21st century.

A Slice of the Good Life

03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Sheherazade Goldsmith, Dorling Kindersley

£14.99 03 May 2010 Paperback Penguin Books Ltd

Helping you to live a more organic life, this title shows you how to bake bread, start a wormery, shop locally, plant a tree all of which can get you closer to the earth and live a more organic life, without going the whole hog. It includes 80 eco projects you can dip in and out of, from growing salad on your window-sill, to collecting rainwater.

1000 Ideas for Home Design & Decoration

03 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mariana R. Eguaras Etchetto

£19.95 03 May 2010 Paperback Universe Publishing

Country Housekeeping Techniques That Save You Money

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Folk Wisdom for Keeping Your House Clean, Green, and Homey

By Ellen Philips

£15.99 01 May 2010 Paperback Fair Winds Press

Complete Guide to Backyard Recreation Projects

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sports Courts and Outdoor Games Play Structures and Treehouses Outdoor

By Eric Smith

£16.99 01 May 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Dream Sewing Spaces

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A New Apporach for Your Home and Garden

By Lynette Ranney Black

£20.99 01 May 2010 Paperback Palmer-Pletsch Associates

Offering numerous ideas to help save sewing enthusiasts time and money, this reference features architectural drawings, organisation and storage ideas, and plans to optimise ergonomics.

Energy-Wise Landscape Design

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Sue Reed

£19.99 01 May 2010 Paperback New Society Publishers

Residential consumption represents nearly one quarter of North America's total energy use, and the average homeowner spends thousands of dollars a year on power bills. This book presents several practical ways everyone can save money, time and effort while making their landscapes environmentally healthy, ecologically rich and energy efficient.

Green Restorations

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Sustainable Building and Historic Homes

By Aaron Lubeck

£25.50 01 May 2010 Paperback New Society Publishers

Some 40 per cent of North Americans live in homes built prior to 1940, and when it comes time to remodel or restore our older homes, homeowners find themselves lost in a morass of wildly divergent information and opinion. This title leads readers through the steps for restoring historic buildings using green building techniques.

Life's Too Short to Fold Fitted Sheets

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Lisa Quinn

£12.99 01 May 2010 Hardback Chronicle Books

The Complete Root Cellar Book

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Building Plans, Uses and 100 Recipes

By Steve Maxwell, Jennifer Mackenzie

£16.95 01 May 2010 Paperback Robert Rose Inc

This book takes a fresh look at the art, science and romance of building and stocking a root cellar.

Do-it-yourself Book Box

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Everything You Need to Know About Home Improvement in Ten Practical Handbooks

By Mike Lawrence, Mike Collins, Diane Carr, Sacha Cohen, David Holloway

£16.99 01 May 2010 Paperback Anness Publishing

Covering tiling, painting, floors, woodwork, home repair, DIY tools, papering, home insulation, shelving and paint effects, this title provides practical advice and detailed instructions for 200 of the most common maintenance and decorating jobs around the house. It features full-colour photographs that illustrate each method and technique.

The Find

01 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Housing Works Book of Decorating with Thrift Shop Treasures, Flea Market

By Stan Williams, Jim Franco

£17.99 01 May 2010 Hardback Random House USA Inc

Williams and the design experts at New York City's most popular thrift store, Housing Works, show not just "what" to look for in vintage decorating, but also how to recognize a treasure. Elegantly photographed and filled with practical sidebars.

How to Make Money from Property

30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Authoritative, Comprehensive and Authentic Advice on Investing in Property,

By Ajay Ahuja

£14.99 30 Apr 2010 Paperback How To Books Ltd

May Your Walls Know Joy

30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Mary Anne Radmacher

£14.50 30 Apr 2010 Paperback Conari Press,U.S.

Celebrates home and family and all that they mean - a refuge from the world, a creative incubator, where lives are lived and friends are welcome.

Art of Mosaic

29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Contemporary Ideas for Decorating Walls, Floors and Accessories in the Home

By Caroline Suter

£16.99 29 Apr 2010 Paperback Anness Publishing

Shows, through the work of contemporary artists, how materials can be used to create dynamic mosaic features for walls and floors, fascinating sculptured forms, individual items of furniture and a host of decorative ornaments, for both inside and outside the home.

Ike Kligerman Barkley Houses

25 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Ike Kilgerman Barkley Architects

£40.00 25 Apr 2010 Hardback Monacelli Press

The Free (or Nearly Free) Guide to Happiness

22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

How to Live Better Than You Ever Though Possible on Less

By Billee Sharp

£11.99 22 Apr 2010 Paperback Cleis Press

Gas Installation Technology

16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Roy Treloar

£28.99 16 Apr 2010 Paperback John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Suitable for students taking gas installation and plumbing courses, and for operatives renewing their gas competences, this title covers domestic, commercial and LPG installations, and provides essential information in a colourful and illustrated format.

Green Guide Families

15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Complete Reference Guide for Eco-Friendly Parents

By Editors of the Green Guide, Catherine Zandonella

£12.99 15 Apr 2010 Paperback National Geographic Society

Presenting the many different decisionmaking realms faced by parents of young children, this book addresses the parenting questions in the media - lead in toys, vaccination, plastic bottles and food containers, vitamins and dietary supplements, fats and carbohydrates in snacks, food allergies, and whether and when to use antibiotics.

Tamy Tazi

12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Collections

By Nadia Mezian, Daniel Rey

£45.00 12 Apr 2010 Hardback Skira

The Gardener's Cottage in Riverside, Illinois

11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Living in a "Small Masterpiece" by Frederick Law Olmsted, Frank Lloyd

By Cathy Jean Maloney

£22.50 11 Apr 2010 Hardback Center for American Places,US

Sheer Opulence

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Modern Glamour for Today's Interiors

By Nicholas Haslam

£16.99 08 Apr 2010 Paperback Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Nicholas Haslam is one of the world's finest interior designers, sought by rock stars, royalty and the aristocracy alike. His interiors have chutzpah and a touch of opulence that seduce the moment you catch a glimpse. This title reveals Haslam's decorating secrets and instinctive approach to both classic and contemporary interiors.

Cabbages and Roses at Home with Country

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bringing the Comforts of Country Home

By Christina Strutt

£19.99 08 Apr 2010 Hardback Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

From city high-rises to seaside cottages, the great manor homes of England to the smallest beach house on the other side of the Atlantic, the beauty of the Cabbages & Roses brand is the gentle but highly visible vintage design. This book shows that Cabbages & Roses is a gentle and beautiful asset to homes as it complements various environments.

Quick and Easy Paint Transformations

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

50 Step-by-step Ways to Makeover Your Home for Next to Nothing

By Annie Sloan

£14.99 08 Apr 2010 Paperback Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Helps you learn how to create different finishes and effects with paint to change everyday rooms and furnishings into something special. This book offers you information on how to: prepare surfaces properly, choose the right paint for the right place, use the best tools and select a colour scheme that may work with the room in question.

Housing Rights Guide 2010-11

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Geoffrey Randall

£17.50 08 Apr 2010 Paperback Shelter

Tuscan Escapes

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Inspirational Homes in Tuscany and Umbria

By Caroline Clifton-Mogg

£16.99 08 Apr 2010 Paperback Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Featuring an array of beautiful homes of Tuscany and Umbria, this book covers rustic houses, characterized by an earthy decorative palette, whose interior design is rooted in the ancient rural traditions of Tuscany. It focuses on larger country homes, restored according a grand decorative design, yet remaining warm and welcoming.

Simply Scandinavian

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Sara Norrman

£19.99 08 Apr 2010 Hardback Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Scandinavian interior design is admired the world over for its unpretentious simplicity and understated elegance. The beauty of natural materials, especially wood, is celebrated in the home. This book presents the 20 homes as case studies that showcase the various aspects of Scandinavian interior design.

Patios and Walkways

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Peter Jeswald

£16.99 08 Apr 2010 Paperback Taunton Press Inc

Part of the "Build Like a Pro" series, this guide provides coverage ranging from base construction techniques to surface materials.

Homeowner's Complete Guide to the Chainsaw

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Chainsaw Pro Shows You How to Safely and Confidently Handle Everything

By Brian J. Ruth, Jen W. Ruth

£17.99 08 Apr 2010 Paperback Fox Chapel Publishing

Taking the fear out of chainsaws by emphasising safe handling practices, this resource presents 12 of the most common household chainsaw operations - such as cutting firewood, taking down small trees, trimming branches, grooming hedges, and making lumber.

Wood Flooring

08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A Complete Guide to Layout, Installation and Finishing

By Charles Peterson

£32.99 08 Apr 2010 Hardback Taunton Press Inc

Deals with the entire process of installing wood floors. Written by a professional wood flooring installer, this professional-level resource covers various aspects of installing residential wood flooring - from estimating and preparing the job site, through sanding and finishing, to repairs and maintenance.

"Good Housekeeping" 101 DIY Fixes!

06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Your Guide to Quick Jobs, Repairs and Renovations

By Good Housekeeping Institute

£8.99 06 Apr 2010 Paperback Anova Books

So many jobs around the home don't require expensive professionals. You simply need to learn the skills to mend, repair and renew, and keep your savings for a rainy day. This guide for household repairs and renovations offers coverage that ranges from plumbing to patios and fuses to flooring.

Country

05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Jasper Conran

£50.00 05 Apr 2010 Hardback Octopus Publishing Group

The allure of the countryside has a universal aspiration. How do we achieve the dream? Moving from one season to the next, from interior to exterior, from detail to landscape, this title presents life as it is actually lived in the countryside today. It is one man's vision that informs by captivating the senses and the imagination.

The Complete Guide to Investing in Property

03 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Liz Hodgkinson

£12.99 03 Apr 2010 Paperback Kogan Page Ltd

A guide to investing in property that looks at various aspects of generating money from property - whether that be by renting out spare rooms to lodgers, property development, buying land, holiday rentals or becoming a landlord. It also provides a look at investing in the social housing market and using property as part of a pension plan.

H&R Book of Amazing Contemporary Homes

02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

36 Inspirational Individually-designed Homes

£25.00 02 Apr 2010 Paperback Ovolo Books Limited

All too often people setting out to create a new home - either through self-build or renovation - take the conservative path. This book celebrate those that have chosen to 'do different'. It features homes that don't bow to the pressure of the mainstream market, or even conform to the notion of what a traditional house should be.

The Self-Sufficiency Bible

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Window Boxes to Smallholdings - Hundreds of Ways to Become Self-Sufficient

By Simon Dawson

£16.99 01 Apr 2010 Hardback Watkins Publishing

In today's economic climate, self-sufficiency is increasingly seen as a viable means of taking control of our lives and safeguarding for the future. This work focuses on key topics for living a more self-sustainable life.

The Sustainable Home

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Essential Guide to Eco Building, Renovation and Decoration

By Cathy Strongman

£14.95 01 Apr 2010 Paperback Merrell Publishers Ltd

Reverse Mortgages

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By Gerald H. Redstone

£57.50 01 Apr 2010 Hardback Nova Science Publishers Inc

Illustrates the increase in reverse mortgages and their advantages, as well as the frequently glossed-over issues. This book consists of public documents which have been located, gathered, combined, reformatted, and enhanced with a subject index, selectively edited and bound to provide easy access.

Advances in Geosciences and the Built Environment

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By A.K. Haghi

£107.50 01 Apr 2010 Hardback Nova Science Publishers Inc

Reflects the diversity of advances in geosciences and built environment with a broad perspective. Suitable for scientists as well as graduate students and engineers, this book presents research from around the world in this dynamic field which is relevant to the geoscience and built environment community.

Complete Guide to Masonry and Stonework

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Poured Concrete Brick and Block Natural Stone Stucco

By Creative Publishing International, Editors of Creative Publishing

£16.99 01 Apr 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Concrete and stone work is a cheap, flexible medium for home DIY, readily and cheaply available from DIY and building stores nation-wide. This book includes traditional techniques for laying concrete, adapted to the needs of ordinary homeowners, and also shows techniques such as tumbled concrete pavers and acid-etching for coloured concrete slabs.

Complete Guide to Garden Walls and Fences

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Improve Backyard Enviroments Enhance Privacy and Enjoyment Define Space and

By Philip Schmidt

£16.99 01 Apr 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Perhaps no feature of a garden or front lawn in more definitive than the boundary structure - the fences, walls, screens, retaining wall terraces. This book covers them all - picket fences, panel ones, split-rail fences, dry-fit stone garden walls, and includes the materials like PCV vinyl, polymer-coated, and wrought-iron look-alikes.

The Complete Guide to Kitchens

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Do-it-Yourself and Save Design, Planning, Quick Updates, Custom Cabinetry,

By Creative Publishing International

£16.99 01 Apr 2010 Paperback Rockport Publishers Inc.

Presents remodelling ideas for a kitchen, be it for a flat with limited space, or a combined cooking, eating, working area in a home. This book contains photos of shelves and cupboard space, appliance storing, replacing counter tops, storing food and utensils. It features a companion DVD that offers live-time installation of kitchen cabinets.

Disaster Response

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

By David M. Neal

£44.99 01 Apr 2010 Hardback Taylor & Francis Ltd

Covers disaster response created for emergency management programs. This book examines theoretical aspects while also addressing practical concerns related to creating an operational response plan as part of a multiphase disaster program.

Dream Sewing Spaces

01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT