How to Renovate a House in France – David Ackers
This book is designed for anyone who has bought (or is thinking of buying) a place in France whether it is a dilapidated manor house in need of total restoration, or a charming little cottage that would benefit from a bit of freshening up. With more than 170 full colour illustrations, this is a book packed with ideas, inspiration and know-how, aimed at all kinds of people renovating in France. Some readers may want to do most of the work themselves, while others may intend to hand the whole project over to the professionals. Whichever route is taken, How to Renovate aims to show whats involved in renovating traditional homes in France, from the initial planning, through to choosing the right materials, and how to put it all together. |
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This book is designed for anyone who has bought (or is thinking of buying) a place in France whether it is a dilapidated manor house in need of total restoration, or a charming little cottage that would benefit from a bit of freshening up. With more than 170 full colour illustrations, this is a book packed with ideas, inspiration and know-how, aimed at all kinds of people renovating in France. Some readers may want to do most of the work themselves, while others may intend to hand the whole project over to the professionals. Whichever route is taken, How to Renovate aims to show whats involved in renovating traditional homes in France, from the initial planning, through to choosing the right materials, and how to put it all together. Written in an accessible, non-technical language that assumes no prior expertise in building or renovating, the book takes readers step-by-step through the various parts of a project: from the initial approach and planning, through to the major work on walls, roof, interior floors and potential loft conversions. It also looks at ways of creating more individual kitchens and bathrooms and at ideas for exterior landscaping and swimming pool projects. |
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Expat Guides | Keith Eckstein June 24, 2010