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The Independent, Property Overseas
The authors have a wealth of knowledge about what French renovation truly entails
Ouest France (translated from the French)
Superbly illustrated...with an amazing glossary of building equipment terms. This book will help you avoid misunderstandings with your builders
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
On a positive note I can say that this book is well illustrated and quite an easy read. It may help you understand what your builder is doing but it certainly will not give you sufficient information to complete many jobs yourself. My copy is for sale used. As an alternative a friend has loaned me a copy of "Renovating & maintaining your French home" by Joe Laredo and this is proving to be really informative and comprehensive (also about half the price).
76 of 79 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
At last! After a glut of books on how to buy your dream house of age and character in France, here's one on how to make it strong, beautiful and habitable.
The authors have taken what could be deemed - let's face it - a fairly tedious subject and produced a lively, accessible and thoroughly researched book.
'How to Renovate a House in France' takes you through the early processes of assessing any damage linked to your new purchase, selecting your method of renovation, and getting down to the heavy-duty business of weatherproofing roofs and walls. Next come individual sections on floors, kitchens, bathrooms, lofts, cellars (caves), gardens and swimming pools to name but a few. And finally you get lots of essential advice on the basics, such as organising insurance, sourcing materials, dealing with French plumbers, and tackling dreaded "red tape" scenarios.
Oh, and with heaps of high-quality, glossy colour photos illustrating every section, this book is gorgeous to look at.
The authors have taken what could be deemed - let's face it - a fairly tedious subject and produced a lively, accessible and thoroughly researched book.
'How to Renovate a House in France' takes you through the early processes of assessing any damage linked to your new purchase, selecting your method of renovation, and getting down to the heavy-duty business of weatherproofing roofs and walls. Next come individual sections on floors, kitchens, bathrooms, lofts, cellars (caves), gardens and swimming pools to name but a few. And finally you get lots of essential advice on the basics, such as organising insurance, sourcing materials, dealing with French plumbers, and tackling dreaded "red tape" scenarios.
Oh, and with heaps of high-quality, glossy colour photos illustrating every section, this book is gorgeous to look at.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The BEST book by far that i have bought to renovate an old house in France. I have a barn i am converting and it has the most amazing info and pictures. Has average cost breakdowns, other projects. Am absolute gem of a book! Would recommend anyone purchasing a property to renovate in France purchases this book - it is my life saver!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Saved the day!
Absolutely brilliant book full of practical help rather than pie in the sky ideas, saved us a lot of hassle. Read more
Published 17 months ago by el crafter
how to renovate a house in france
very well written book outlining all of the information on repairing or renovating a house in france well illustrated and written with wry humour. Read more
Published on 12 Oct 2008 by A. West
This book does not live up to its title
Although this book does contain some useful, albeit superficial, information and pictures, it comes nowhere near to living up to its title. Read more
Published on 13 Sep 2008 by chris
spannish renovation
Even though my project was in Spain not France. The lack of publications on the subject over the Pyrenees was frustrating, until in a bookstore in Oban Scotland i found a copy of... Read more
Published on 11 Oct 2007 by J. Mccrae
Essential for advice, contacts, inspiration and encouragement
I must compliment the author for the inspiration and confidence which he gives to others such as myself, who are on the road to creating a dream to live in, one that reflects... Read more
Published on 23 April 2007 by Sandra
Buying in property France? Read this book
Totally agree with the other reviews. This book is a tip top intro to renovating a house in France. Don't expect a flood of detail or a publication just made up of pretty pictures. Read more
Published on 4 April 2006
A MUST HAVE COMPLIMENT TO BUYING/RENOVATING IN FRANCE!
What a great find!
Super photographs and well designed lay-out, compliment a fact filled guide to making a French property dream come true. Read more
Super photographs and well designed lay-out, compliment a fact filled guide to making a French property dream come true. Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2006 by best-dvd
French House Building
This book was very intresting, stating all the facts you need to know when tackling those unsure of jobs on your French home. The language was simple and easy to understand. Read more
Published on 30 Nov 2005 by Ms. T. Cox
Very helpful
A great book for explaining rules and the difference between one countries red tape compared to your own!! Well worth the cost!
Published on 31 July 2005 by Whizzbang
How to Renovate a House in France
A nice coffee table book (at a price), with lots of glossy photos. However the title perhaps should read 'How to buy a house in France and get a builder to renovate it'. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 2005
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