Book Description
The hands-on sourcebook for creating or restoring a stylish bathroom in the Arts & Crafts spirit. In this sequel to the best-selling Bungalow Kitchens, Jane Powell and Linda Svendsen turn to the second most complex room in the house. As reflected in these pages, the bathroom can-and should-be a beautiful extension of the home style-and what better examples than those from the Arts & Crafts era. Though it may seem a self-evident feature of the Arts & Crafts style, bungalow bathrooms are truly artistic endeavors. They go beyond the traditional pedestal sink and claw-foot tub to some of the most beautiful tile work, woodwork, fixtures, and decorative elements available. Bungalow Bathrooms is a guide to restoring or designing a period-style bathroom for a bungalow or other early-twentieth-century house. It provides a wealth of information about flooring, cabinets, countertops, fixtures, faucets, and all the other elements that make up a bungalow bathroom, as well as advice on how to integrate modern technology while maintaining the bungalow look. Jane Powell, the author of Bungalow Kitchens, is the proprietor of House Dressing, a business dedicated to renovating and preserving old homes, particularly bungalows. She is the former president of the historic preservation organization in her hometown of Oakland, California. Linda Svendsen, a graduate of Music and Art High School and Parsons School of Design in New York, specializes in architectural interior and exterior photography. Her work has been seen most recently in Camps and Cottages, Bungalow Kitchens, Old House Journal, Old House Interiors, Victorian Decorating, and Lifestyles Magazine.
Customer Reviews:
Great Pictures.......2007-08-05
In the midst of planning for the remodeling of my bathroom in the Arts & Crafts style, I found this book filled with plenty of pictures and examples of bathrooms from that time period. Arts & Crafts magazines rarely show pictures of bathrooms. So it was great to have a book that was filled with such a variety of pictures as well as giving the history of this time period and tips for those who actually want to restore their bathrooms. Better money spent than trying to buy a huge amount of magazines hoping to get one picture here and there.
Not useful for building my new bungalow home.......2007-03-10
If I were restoring an old bungalow, this book probably would have been useful. The author gives explanations of "Obsessive Restoration" and a "Compromise Solution" for each part of a period Bungalow bathroom. For my new Craftsman bungalow, I merely want to bring in a few period touches, so the examples in this book were too extreme for me. Also, the author wastes too many pages discussing the history of bathrooms, which is irrelevant to me. Her companion book, "Bungalow Kitchens" is much the same.
Great for Remodels & Restorations.......2007-01-11
This book was very helpful for selecting the tile, fixtures, and faucets needed to achieve a bungalow-look for my bathroom.
No bungled bathrooms with Bungalow Bathrooms!.......2007-01-10
This little book is a goldmine for anyone who wants to put together an early 1900's bathroom. Almost everyone has seen the beautiful tiled baths of the past, but when one is trying to recreate such a room it is often hard to recall exactly what it was that made it so special. This richly illustrated book leaves no doubt. I recently wanted to put together one of these baths in my home, and finding this book made it possible beyond my wildest expectations. Anyone who has a similar project, or just wants to learn more about this style of room, will find Jane Powell's book worth its price - many times over.
best bungalow book.......2006-03-24
Together writer Jane Powell and photographer Linda Svendsen create the best bungalow books on the market. Whether you are thinking of remodelling your bathroom, changing a few details, or just want to understand the history of your bathroom, this is the book to buy.
Book Description
The bathroom industry is a complex business. There is an increasing number of people in the market place for bathroom renovations and products. And consumer attitudes have changed. They are seeking more than simple utilitarian spaces-they want sophistication, glamour and comfort.
For these reasons, bathroom remodeling demands a special level of training for designers/sales person. He/She must apply many skills and coordinate several trades in order to successfully accomplish the design and installation of new bathrooms. For each project, necesary products must be merged carefully with individual client needs-all within the physical limits of the space, and within the client's budget.
Topics Covered In This Publication Include:
Your Position In the Bathroom Business
Construction, Plumbing and Electrical
Lighting, Venting and Heating
Fixtures and Fittings
Guidelines for Designing a Bathroom
How to Plan It and Lay It Out
Finishing Touches
The Sales Process and Selling Techniques
Reading Blueprints, Surfacing Materials, Cabinetry and more..
Book Description
Bungalows of the early twentieth century were pleasantly small, well designed, and affordable. The same can be said of Pomegranate's Bungalow Basics books. Each book in the series spotlights a different aspect of bungalows, those charming and efficient homes that came to epitomize the Arts and Crafts style in American residences. Douglas Keister's photographs capture the results of meticulous restorations, while Paul Duchscherer's text provides concise information about bungalow design and history.
Titles in the series: Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Dining Rooms, Doors, Fireplaces, Kitchens, Living Rooms, and Porches.
Customer Reviews:
Nice, but 6" x 6" size is problem.......2004-08-08
A nice book with examples of bungalow kitchens new and old, but some of the images are too small due to the tiny size of the book, about 6" x 6". Some of these images have been used before in an earlier bungalow CD. Book offers little more than pretty pictures; a minimal list of suppliers, no details, no how-to's. If you have technical questions, such as how to integrate a 1915 cast iron kitchen sink into a new counter top, you won't find the answers here.
Book Description
Put pros' tiling tips and techniques in homeowners' hands. * Basics of tile design, materials, tools, and installation techniques * How to tile walls, floors, counters, and other surfaces * How to repair and rejuvenate existing tile * Dozens of how-to procedures * 100 informative photographs * 100 detailed illustrations
Book Description
Easy-to-follow format provides basic skills and detailed information for common repairs and replacements.
Step-by-step approach leads novice do-it-yourselfers through projects.
“Prestart” checklists, pro tips, and safety hints help work go more easily and quickly.
Projects feature alternative solutions to help DIYers deal with unusual situations.
Most projects are presented in only one or two spreads so readers can quickly access all the information and instructions they need to get the job done right.
More than 400 photos and illustrations provide explanations that ensure success.
The most comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions published.
Customer Reviews:
Basic Plumbing - Pro tips and simple steps.......2002-12-08
This is an excellent book with tons of pictures and drawings. I am the inhouse repairman for an apartment building and this is an excellent reference manual... Should make my job much easier. Highly recomend this book.
An excellent for a beginner.......2000-07-22
This book is an excellent instructional book for a novice/starting plumber like me, an IT/electronics person. With the excellent fundamentals, the nice and colorful drawings and the detailed step-by-step instructions, I was able to replace a p-trap, a tail piece and a strainer of a kitchen sink on my own. I attribute this first-ever accomplishment of mine to this book. The book is so simple, so informative, even a 12-year-old can do the job after a few minutes of reading. Highly recommended for aspiring plumbers. How's that for cost-saving from expensive plumbers and boosting your self-actualization and learning a new skill ?
Book Description
Colorful ideas and patterns for kitchens, baths, and foyers.
Detailed step-by-step instructions to tile floors, walls, countertops, and showers.
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Constructing Bathrooms: (Building Basics Series)
William P. Spence
Manufacturer: Sterling
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0806981032 |
Book Description
When you're building or remodeling, which room in your house requires the most decisions? Inch for inch, it's almost certainly the bathroom. Few rooms offer so many choices, so be sure to use this helpful guide to planning, designing, and constructing it. Explore the possibilities for the shape of the room, door placement, and location of the tub, lavatory, and toilet. But, don't stop there--study the many bathroom styles available, and make sure you're aware of personal touches that suit your taste. Expert tips explain how to select from the many styles of tub, shower, and lavatory, and whether you need a whirlpool, spa, or bidet. Then come your decisions about grab bars, towel racks, cabinets, counter tops, mirrors, and decorative elements. Special sections help you determine electrical and plumbing needs, plus ways to design for convalescence and disabilities.
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Do It Yourself - Basic Bathrooms
Time-Life Books
Manufacturer: Time-Life Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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| How-to & Home Improvements
| Home & Garden
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ASIN: 0737011351 |
Book Description
This digital document is an article from Do-It-Yourself Retailing, published by National Retail Hardware Association on April 1, 1998. The length of the article is 742 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
Citation Details
Title: Countertop basics.(How to Sell: A Bathroom Makeover)(techniques in selling bathroom countertops)(Brief Article)
Publication:
Do-It-Yourself Retailing (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 1998
Publisher: National Retail Hardware Association
Volume: 174
Issue: 4
Page: 95(1)
Article Type: Brief Article
Distributed by Thomson Gale
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E.L. Godkin: A Biography
William M. Armstrong
Manufacturer: State Univ of New York Pr
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
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ASIN: 0873953711 |
Book Description
Word count: 2245.
Customer Reviews:
The 1950s were different.......2004-11-01
This is my second read of this book, three years and some 300 sales & marketing books down stream. My goodness, but the advice is inappropriate for Realtors, at least those on either coast.
The "techniques" advocated were, and perhaps still are, used in selling paring knives, potato peelers and perhaps larger items like vacuum cleaners. Those techniques, if used more than very sparingly, tend to put off potential clients.
The "How to List" routine is to knock on doors. This may have been a great approach in the 1950s when 95% (or more) of the houses were inhabited by stay-at-home moms, but now that a huge fraction of the homes (80% maybe??) are inhabited by two earner families, the cost/benefit ratio of walking your neighborhood is poor, to say the least. More gimickery is offered, especially where FSBOs are concerned, rather than looking for a way to give value to the client.
Hopkins does offer some reasonable advice on tracking your personal business statistics. Maybe I should up my rating to two stars. However, if you carefully (or not so carefully) keep track of the hours spent following his other advice, I think you'll find your return per hour below a living wage.
Hopkins may be a great motivator -- I wouldn't know. But you definitely want to look at marketing books to learn about marketing yourself, which is what listing is about. This book will waste your time and your money, and, worst of all, teach habits that you will later need to unlearn.
Unbelievable!.......2004-10-01
This is a fantastic book, especially for a new agent. I know Tom personally, and I love his approach to selling real estate. He is a very sincere individual and has such a good heart. I recommend this book to anyone who likes to use a more sincere approach at selling rather than pushy and aggressive. Definitely money well spent.
Classic Book For All Realtors.......2004-03-05
A must read for any new Real Estate Agents. The material is older, but there are timeless techniques that any Realtor can benefit from. There is an abundance of information and inspiration. Highly recommended.
Slightly outdated but many useful ideas.......2003-04-13
The book itself is slightly outdated with verbiage and action plans that are better suited to the 80s. However, it is still a good read. There are numerous ideas, scripts, and sample documents that can help any agent add a little something different to their business.
The author is reknown in our business and offers another point of view in handling difficult customer situations - I thoroughly enjoyed it and found it very informative.
Reads like a car salesman.......2003-03-28
Its an okay book. My only problem is the author provides a lot of scripts and selling techniques that use lies to manipulate people. For example he recommends pretending you may want to buy a home as a personal investment when calling of FSBOs who advertise "no brokers". Its also a very old book and some of the stuff that worked in the 80s doesnt work any more.
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