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No projects offer more aesthetic or financial satisfaction than DIY masonry and stonework projects. Homeowners can routinely save thousands of dollars in labor costs by buying and installing materials that are now readily available for routine purchase. This book includes traditional techniques for laying concrete adapted to the special needs of ordinary homeowners, but also features cutting edge materials and techniques, such as tumbled concrete
...Revised and updated edition
Scientists have been warning the world about global warming for almost three decades. But the rest of us are only now starting to get the message. The planet is warming at an unusually rapid rate, and this warming is largely being caused by human activity. Shrinking glaciers, thawing permafrost, erratic weather and threatened freshwater supplies are already affecting the lives of people around
...In this revised and expanded fourth edition of the all-time bestselling book on decks, homeowners learn, in unsurpassed detail, the process of designing, building, and maintaining a deck. Not only are all the classic deck-building techniques included, but the book also shows how to incorporate the latest contemporary options, such as how to work with eco-friendly wood and reclaimed plastic. Hiring a contractor to build a deck easily adds up to
...Creating extra living space affordably has never been easier. This book shows dozens of different uses for basement spaces, then shows readers exactly how to accomplish each goal. Hundreds of clear photos leave nothing to the imagination, as they teach consumers exactly how to handle modern materials and tools to add an extra bathroom, a family room, bedroom, home office, or game room to their homes.
Here's everything you need to know about plumbing. Everything. 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. And now, for the first time, The Complete Guide to Plumbing includes a comprehensive section on working with gas pipe. No
...It's all in the family
Family businesses are the backbone of any economy, but they can present a host of challenges that can affect their chances of success. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to a Successful Family Business is the most current and comprehensive book that tells the proprietors of family concerns how to deal with such unique issues, including expansion beyond the original family business, and family versus hired management.
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...Calling all go-getters...
Even in this economy, an outstanding business career for 20- and 30-somethings is possible—and this book can help get them on the fast track to success. It includes: finding motivation; setting goals; networking; how to work with and rise through management; and overcoming specific obstacles.
The step-by-step guide for everyone who ever said, "I really need a new career."
People change jobs to advance their careers, earn more money, or escape a dead end. But often they're responding to misleading signals that aren't reliable indicators for job change. Now a human resources expert helps readers evaluate the reasons they may want to change jobs and careers—an enlightening process that can result in a brand-new career or a better
...In this mouth-watering guide, award-winning chef and author Leslie Bilderback serves up a hearty helping of soul-soothing, tasty dishes that curb the craving for comfort food. From casseroles to cookies, more than 300 recipes will tempt you with the family favorites you remember from the past—and will want to share with the next generation.
—Each recipe includes an icon for quick reference to help you decide which dishes best fit
...Graphic novel guidance from two experts in the field.
Here is a clear, beginning-to-end guide to creating a graphic novel—from developing a concept to getting it to readers. Heavily illustrated, this book explains the tools used, demonstrates techniques, and offers tricks of the trade. Writers and illustrators alike will find it the best overall introduction to the world of graphic novels.
Advice from a specialist plus over 200 recipes
. For those who are lactose intolerant or have milk sensitivities, the only "cure" is to avoid dairy products. A unique combination of cookbook and advice book, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Dairy-Free Eating provides readers with flavorful and healthy new alternatives that let them enjoy nutritious and delicious dairy-free meals that are sure to become new favorites.
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...Eating both plentifully and nutritionally for less...includes 150 recipes.
The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Eating Well on a Budget is packed with tips, strategies, ideas, and more than 150 recipes for those who are either new to food budgeting or have had to greatly tighten their food budgets. Readers will not only learn how to do savvy grocery shopping, they will learn how to eat out on a budget.
An expert helps readers understand what the big economic picture means for their money—and how to respond. Today's investors must play an active role in managing their money. This guide introduces the leading U.S. economic indicators and shows how to use them to make better investment decisions. Indicators covered include: national output; employment; consumer reports; housing and construction; and inflation.
A definite "add" to any Facebook user's library.
Facebook is not as user-friendly as the service would like people to think. As a result, it leaves many users scratching their heads over even the most fundamental features. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Facebook® gets readers registered and touring Facebook in the very first chapter and never lets up as it reveals the features that have made Facebook the number one social
..."An American masterpiece that tops the lot."
—Feng Shui For Modern Living
Considered the feng shui bible by classical practitioners and teachers, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Feng Shui has been updated to include more case studies and feng shui readings to make the practical application of feng shui even more accessible; new chapters feature before and after photos of feng shui makeovers and explain Ming Gua—the
...Inside strategies and tips for small businesses seeking government business.
This guide takes the small business owner through the different vehicles of the government procurement process, showing how the government selects a contract winner. It goes step-by-step from registration through the bidding process and beyond. And while the book is weighted to federal contracts, there is plenty of coverage on winning state and local contracts
...Borrowing from Peter to pay Paul?
The American economy is dragging, with unemployment rates rising and consumer debt hitting $2.5 trillion. Many people are in deep and need help. Here, a Certified Financial Planner explains the mathematics of debt; strategies to deal with credit card, mortgage, student, and other loans; why debt consolidation and taking loans from a 401(k) can lead to problems; truths about bankruptcy; and how to use debt while
...It's easy building green!
This guide helps environmentally conscious people make real-world decisions about building or remodeling a home. Readers will find information on how to save money by going green when building or remodeling, how to find the right green integrated system design, how to choose heating and cooling equipment, and how to save money on water.
·Focuses on the design integration of green materials
·Residential and commercial
...The complete Idiot's guide to Managing Your Money . "This practical, easy-to-read guide can put you on the road to financial security. "You're no idiot, of course! But if figuring out your finances makes you feel like one, this award-winning book can help. Written by two nationally syndicated financial journalists. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Managing Your Money is designed to help you make sense of everything form long-term financial planning
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