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Renovation

Completely Revised and Updated (3rd Edition)

by Michael W. Litchfield

Why it's on the shelf

A thorough guide to renovating houses, from structure to systems. Teaches how houses are put together.

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Details

Author: Michael W. Litchfield
Publisher: Taunton
Edition: 3 Rev Upd edition
Edition year: 2005
ISBN-13: 9781561585885
Pages: 544
Skill level: Intermediate
Format: large reference; hardcover; 10.9 x 8.7 x 1.4 inches

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