Old House Handbook: The Essential Guide to Care and Repair
This book is not first and foremost a guide for the aspirant craftsman, although it describes many tasks in sufficient detail for the enthusiast to try their hand. Rather, it aims to make readers think through the problems of restoring a historic house... Through the theoretical and practical information that the text presents, readers will be able to understand the materials and structures of their houses. If they do they should be able to restore them sympathetically.  --Country LifeThis no nonsense guide is essential for any period-home owner.  --Home Building and RenovationThis book is exactly what it says on the cover - a Practical Guide to Care and Repair of Old Houses, and it is a good, well-written beautifully illustrated book based in deep experience and passion for the subject. To produce something so complete and accessible is rare. I can only say to the authors: well done indeed.  -- Building Times Forum NewsletterThorough, careful and orthodox account of the various processes involved in repair and refurbishment. A useful handmaid for someone setting out to do work on an old building.  -- The Victorian