Bungalow Bathrooms (Bungalow Basics)

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.

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Generic chick lit
Laugh a lot....
Entertaining, fun to read chick lit
whimsical chick lit tale
LOL and Great Gift Too

The Men's Guide to the Women's Bathroom
Jo Barrett
Manufacturer: Avon A
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0061128619
Release Date: 2007-03-27

Book Description

The Men's Guide to the Women's Bathroom strives to answer life's most imponderable question: What Do Women Really Do in the Bathroom?

When the witty and urbane Claire St. John leaves New York City and returns to Austin, Texas, she realizes that all of the good advice she has ever received has been from strangers in the women's bathroom. If only she'd listened before she'd married the wrong man and wound up on the losing end of a divorce.

Swearing off men, Claire decides to take a big chance—she will quit her life as a lawyer and write the ultimate self-help book—a book detailing exactly what goes on in that most sacred feminine temple: the women's bathroom.

But will the new how-to guru ever learn to take her own advice? While she's discovering the truth behind the bathroom door, re-assimilating to Texas culture by eating "nuclear" jalapeño carrots, speeding down highways through the famed Texas hill country, and even joining an ill-fated booze cruise, Claire St. John is fighting her feelings for Jake Armstrong, a dashing organic food entrepreneur who threatens to throw off the balance of her new life. Will she be able to handle the pressure or will she watch her love life get flushed away?

Customer Reviews:

Generic chick lit.......2007-10-11

Claire St. John, recently moved back to Texas from New York after a painful divorce, has a breakthrough one drunken evening: she's going to write a book for men about what goes on in the ladies' room. The book will be filled with practical advice for the more clueless members of the species. The Men's Guide to the Women's Bathroom, the novel, is pretty much your standard chick lit, with the requisite cliches: the love interest, the gay best friend, and the nutty mother.

There's nothing here that really distinguishes this book from all the other tripe that's published today. Nothing is fresh or new or exciting. The humor is canned, and the writing style is childish. This book really isn't worth the time or the money you might otherwise spend on it.

Laugh a lot...........2007-04-27

This is a light, fast paced and breezy chick lit book that I enjoyed reading. I loved that on every page there is something to chuckle and giggle about. The main character, Claire, was really easy to relate to because I think there's so much of her in every women. She's just one of many great characters in the book.

I haven't read anything by Jo Barrett, but now I plan on reading her next book.

Entertaining, fun to read chick lit.......2007-04-24

Claire St. John is a divorced attorney who splits from her high-profile New York life when she learns that her husband is having an affair. Moving back to her hometown of Austin, Texas, Claire decides to give up her life as an attorney and instead decides to take up life as a novelist--an unemployed, inexperienced novelist. Her topic of choice: a self-help novel for men that will help them understand the mystery that is the women's restroom. Somewhere along the way, she meets Jake Armstrong, an organic food distributor who just might be the man to help Claire believe in love again. Along with her hilarious cast of friends, Claire tries to navigate the dating life, establishing her new career, and getting over her ex.

In The Men's Guide to the Women's Bathroom, Jo Barrett attempts to answer the age old question that has plagued men for years, "What exactly goes on in the women's bathroom?" The answer is simple. Everything. Bad date? The bathroom is where women go to make a sneak call to their friends informing them of the catastrophe. Bad day? The bathroom is where women sneak in a mid-day cry before heading back to the office. For any and all emotions, the women's bathroom is the place where we can find sanctuary, a place for peace when the world seems filled with chaos. Jo Barrett has captured the essence of the women's bathroom and placed it in the context of a fun, lighthearted chick lit novel that was a joy to read and entertaining to boot.

whimsical chick lit tale .......2007-03-30

New York based divorce lawyer Claire St. John decides to leave the Big Apple and her high paying job to return to her hometown Austin, Texas after catching her spouse cheating on her. Claire vows no more men in her life and considers writing a book based on the best advice column in the world: the women's bathroom.

Planning to heed the guidance of the strangers written reverently on the walls to avoid male jerks, Claire quickly gets rid of Manhattan mush as her friends and family welcome her back and her mom gives her a rent free home. However, there is one problem in her campaign the "Year of the Claire" that surfaces upon her reverting back to Longhorn status; she is attracted to organic food business mogul Jake Armstrong, but her salsa mouth keeps getting in the way.

This is a whimsical chick lit tale as the heroine's approach to life, relationships, and love seem inane especially when one considers she was a successful Manhattan divorce attorney. Still sub-genre fans will enjoy this lighthearted romp as you can take the Texan out of Texas, but cannot take the Texas out of the Texan as the moment Claire returns from that foreign land across the Hudson, she reacclimatizes amidst her friends, family, and Jake.

Harriet Klausner

LOL and Great Gift Too.......2007-03-27

Laugh-out-loud (LOL)! There is something to smile about--or chuckle over--on every page!

The prose is light and fun, the characters amusing and often ironic, and the plot thickens. I think this is this novelist's first book--and it appears she has a bright future!

This book also would make a good gift for girlfriends (and boyfriends!).

Design Ideas for Bathrooms (Design Ideas Series)

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Great Book

Design Ideas for Bathrooms (Design Ideas Series)
Susan Boyle Hillstrom
Manufacturer: Creative Homeowner
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 158011234X

Book Description

Design Ideas for Bathrooms presents hundreds of ideas and solutions for creating an up-to-date bathroom. With 500 photographs of professionally designed bathrooms, this book presents the best ideas from today's most talented designers. There is complete coverage of the latest master baths, family baths, powder rooms, accessible designs, fixtures, and desirable spa amenities. In addition, there is a full representation of ideas for finishing materials from high-end looks in stone to affordable plastic laminates. Other targeted topics include design ideas for vanities and storage, lighting, ventilation, and laundry areas. An unrivaled resource of information, this book explains how to make design decisions and product choices based on lifestyle needs. Lots of 'Smart Tips' and 'Sidebars' provide information at a glance.

Customer Reviews:

Great Book.......2007-05-07

I really liked this book. It has many design ideas and great instructions. The pictures make it nice to see the finished project. I would recommend this book.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Wonderful World of Odd (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader)

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Great bathroom reader
BRI out of reading material?
The Oddball Book
A Match Made in Heaven...or...in Uncle John's Bathroom!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Wonderful World of Odd (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader)
Bathroom Readers' Institute
Manufacturer: Portable Press
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ASIN: 1592237886

Book Description

If the world’s longest ear hair, a woman whose legs were broken by a flying pig, a college student who got credit for dressing like a lobster and living in a box for three months, and a man who patented a method for determining the sex of spinach plants all ended up in the same place, what would the result be? Why, another edition of the Bathroom Reader, of course! The series’ latest entry is another riotous collection of bizarre news, facts, and fun from all over the world.

Customer Reviews:

Great bathroom reader.......2007-08-13

This is a great bathroom reader with tons of weird, unfamiliar facts and information. You can read one page or more at a time and never have to review what you have already read to "catch up." A fun book with the best of Readers Digest, Ripley's Believe It or Not, and the Farmer's Almanac. Highly recommended.

BRI out of reading material?.......2007-05-18

As a long time fan of Uncle John and the BRI, I am sorry to say that I was disappointed by this one. The writing is not as good as the other books in the BRI library, nor is the information. I would unhesitatingly recommend the other volumes by Uncle John to anyone...but, sorry, not this one. it seems that BRI is running out of fodder.

The Oddball Book.......2007-04-10

Everything from the world's most amazing coincidences to strange showbiz acts and even stranger solutions to problems are included in this hilarious volume.

A Match Made in Heaven...or...in Uncle John's Bathroom!.......2007-03-22

Here is a classic match of author and subject. For decades now Uncle John & Co. has been enlightening readers with wonderfully interesting facts, stories and what-have-you on numerous and sundry subjects, a few of which were definitely oddball in nature. If you've been hoping for a whole Uncle John volume devoted to just the odd, the offbeat and the bizarre, your prayers are answered. Here it is...and it's a hoot!

As just a sampling of what awaits the reader - within the book's 321 pages, they will learn of amazing coincidences, celebrity death conspiracies, odd baseball injuries, instances of amazing luck, the weird world of art, quack weight loss regimes, insect oddities, the African lake that burped and killed 2,000+ people, amazing tales of survival, the CIA's attempt to turn cats into mobile listening devices, what happened to at least seven men who tried to steal wire from live power lines(!), lost TV pilots, looney English lords, a museum devoted to body parts, examples of bad writing, odd medical disorders, fried chicken heads and other "tasty" delicacies from around the world, really strange solutions to problems, strange showbiz acts and much, much more.

It's all true and it's all entertaining. Buy it, you'll love it!

Fires in the Bathroom: Advice for Teachers from High School Students

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Kids know what they WANT, but do they know what they NEED?
one of the best books for new or old teachers
Please read this book teachers!
I wish I had read this before my first year of teaching
Fires in the Bathroom

Fires in the Bathroom: Advice for Teachers from High School Students
Kathleen Cushman , and Lisa Delpit
Manufacturer: New Press
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ASIN: 1565849965

Book Description

The acclaimed book of practical advice from students to their teachers.

Since its initial publication in hardcover in 2003, Fires in the Bathroom has been through multiple printings and received the attention of teachers across the country. Now in paperback, Kathleen Cushman's groundbreaking book offers original insights into teaching teenagers in today's hard-pressed urban high schools from the point of view of the students themselves. It speaks to both new and established teachers, giving them firsthand information about who their students are and what they need to succeed.

Students from across the country contributed perceptive and pragmatic answers to questions of how teachers can transcend the barriers of adolescent identity and culture to reach the diverse student body in today's urban schools. With the fresh and often surprising perspectives of youth, they tackle tough issues such as increasing engagement and motivation, teaching difficult academic material, reaching English-language learners, and creating a classroom culture where respect and success go hand in hand.

Customer Reviews:

Kids know what they WANT, but do they know what they NEED?.......2006-01-30

If you eat chips in class, the teacher will give you a detention.
If you eat chips while working, your boss will fire you.
Ms. Cushman likes it when kids say what they want. But she forgot that when they graduate and go to work, they can't always get what they want. You have to listen to your boss at work or lose your job.
Following orders at school is good practice for the day you start working for a living.

one of the best books for new or old teachers.......2005-08-31

I was in the bookstore browsing and found this book. I've been teaching college students for over ten years, but only began teaching community college four years ago, and thus feel a bit at sea sometimes with the "high school mentality." This book contains some things that are obvious to those who have been teaching for a long time, but it's almost certain that at least one or two of the views of the kids will be helpful and will translate directly into classroom practice in a way that few books on teaching do.
The insights this book provides into what highschools are like, especially for kids in large city schools, are invaluable. I was surprised to find myself already following a piece of advice I read in the book in the classroom the next day. Definetely worth reading.

Please read this book teachers!.......2003-09-15

This book ROCKS. I wish that all of my teachers would read it. High school kids are sick of being treated like second class citizens or caged animals and finally here we get some respect. Thank you Kathleen Cushman for listening to intelligent teenagers and getting their words into print.

I wish I had read this before my first year of teaching.......2003-09-08

This book was awesome! If I had read this before my first year of teaching, I would have been a much better teacher. I'm really glad I came across it in a bookstore and bought it on a whim as I entered my second year of teaching. It's a book that I know I will read again after a bad day to connected to my students' point of view. It's also a book that I plan to share with many of my colleagues. It really hepled me see things from a kids' perspective. I think it will change my teaching for the better.

Fires in the Bathroom.......2003-08-21

Research has shown a persistent divide among teachers and students across the country, and Fires in the Bathroom did a good job at specifically addressing how the students feel and are driven. It also provided, from the students perspectives, many solutions as to what would work for them. This made it particularly apparent however, the complexities that the teacher would presume to encounter in his or her role. The book in itself hopefully will have some positive effects on teenagers that educators are wanting to listen and learn what they are about. It is a book I would recommend to new and seasoned teachers both, to either become or reacquaint themselves with the diversity of students and how much of an impact a teacher can make in their lives.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts: And Bizarre Information (Bathroom Readers)

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Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts: And Bizarre Information (Bathroom Readers)
Great Book
LOVE IT!!
Uncle John's Bathroom REader
Love the Bathroom Readers!

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts: And Bizarre Information (Bathroom Readers)
Bathroom Readers' Hysterical Society
Manufacturer: Portable Press
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1592236057

Book Description

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts combines the most intriguing, enlightening material from nine previous Bathroom Reader favorites into one concise volume. Flush with delightfully useless — and sometimes even useful — information about sports, movies, music, politics, American and world history, and much more, the book is the most extensive reference guide in the series to date. Contained within this handy, portable tome are the fascinating narratives, terrific trivia, and easy-to-read lists that fans have come to delight in, as well as quotes, facts, findings, and historical tidbits. Weird and wonderful factoid footers on the bottom of each page are perfect for super-quick trips, while quizzes and puzzles enliven lengthier stays. Arranged for simple and speedy reference, the book is the perfect companion for trivia buffs and knowledge junkies who need a quick, fun read not just “at the office,” but in airports, waiting rooms, while traveling, or for any other moments that would otherwise be wasted.

Customer Reviews:

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Extraordinary Book of Facts: And Bizarre Information (Bathroom Readers).......2007-05-09

I'm so glad I bought this book. It's the perfect book to read while on the can.

Great Book.......2007-04-06

This is a great bathroom book! I have learned so much from my trips to the bathroom now. Everyone that comes over and has to use my bathroom now has to know where to find this book because they have to have it. It's great for all that "everything you ever needed to know but never thought about" kind of stuff.

LOVE IT!!.......2007-04-02

Ive read this book front to back; I love facts.
It's a tad nerdy, but if you like to know things that are obscure that make great for awkward silence or everyday conversation starters, this book is for you.

Uncle John's Bathroom REader.......2007-03-09

We have a few of these series and really enjoy the reading while sitting in the bathroom. It is amazing what you can learn. I am very anxious to purchase the one on National Parks. Great series of reading.

Love the Bathroom Readers!.......2007-02-13

They're all great, pack crammed full of mostly useless information! Great Buy!

The Complete Guide to Bathrooms: Ideas & Projects for Building & Remodeling (Black & Decker)

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Good overview but can't do it all
Excellent book
he Complete Guide to Bathrooms: Ideas & Projects for Building & Remodeling (
Home Improvement projects

The Complete Guide to Bathrooms: Ideas & Projects for Building & Remodeling (Black & Decker)
The Editors of Creative Publishing international
Manufacturer: Creative Publishing international
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ASIN: 1589230620

Book Description

-The most in-depth step-by-step information of any bathroom remodeling book.

Customer Reviews:

Good overview but can't do it all.......2006-08-02

This is a nice overview of bathroom remodeling projects. It's targetted at the DIY-er but even if you're contracting out, it will give you some design ideas and help make you aware of the choices you'll need to consider. It contains a number of how-tos with lots of photos for both demolition and construction or remodeling. However, if you are serious about DIY, this book is just a start. It lacks detail in many important areas. For instance, the drywall section is a laughable 3-4 pages and the tub installation is definitely minimal. (Nothing in there about framing to make an enclosed tub fit the space!) I don't regret buying the book, but I ended up purchasing additional plumbing, eletrical, drywall, and tile books for my major DIY bathroom remodeling project. Also, for those who own several other Black & Decker home improvement series books, you'll find recycling of many photos and instruction in this book. There is clear duplication of content with the B&D plumbing and electrical books.

Excellent book.......2006-07-30

I'm reasonably handy but I don't have any professional construction experience. I'm in the process of completely remodeling a bathroom from the studs & joists in. In preparation, I've read a lot of books on construction and plumbing. This book is my favorite of the bunch.

First, it's VERY well illustrated--you could probably learn 90% of what you need to know just by looking at the photographs.

The captions accompanying the photographs are for the most part reasonably clear. I say "for the most part" because the instructions on installing fixtures suffer a little bitfrom a lack of specificity. You can't really blame the authors for this, though--copper pipes are more or less the same no matter who the manufacturer is, but what's true for a Price Pfister faucet may not always be true for some other brand. On the other hand, the professional advice given in the instructions and sidebars more than makes up for any shortcoming. Personally, I feel like I got my money's worth .

he Complete Guide to Bathrooms: Ideas & Projects for Building & Remodeling (.......2006-02-28

This is an excellent book for the beginner through pro. It provides many helpful insights.

Home Improvement projects.......2005-06-08

I bought several of the B&D books and they are helpful but they routinely copy items from the other books. The bathroom book and plumbing book share alot of the same content - disappointing when you purchase two books but you are only getting 1 1/2 of new material.

Stone: Designing Kitchens, Baths and Interiors with Natural Stone

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Covers every aspect of stone
Fantastic, Helpful, Informative Book about using Stone in your Home
I love this book!!
Excellent Stone Resource & Nice Pictures
honed or tumbled?

Stone: Designing Kitchens, Baths and Interiors with Natural Stone
Heather E. Adams , and Earl G. Adams
Manufacturer: Stewart, Tabori and Chang
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ASIN: 1584792906

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Natural stone is one of the most expressive materials on earth. No two slabs are alike, yet every piece is unrivaled for warmth, strength, and resilience. Today, natural stone is the hottest trend for interiors-whether as a stylish tiled floor, a dramatic fireplace surround, or a kitchen counter that will last a lifetime.

Hundreds of photographs provide inspiration for the myriad ways to use this oldest of building materials, be it granite, marble, limestone, slate, or travertine. And the wide variety of designs featured in Stone prove that it is easy to use it anywhere in your own home, even on a tight budget.

Stone is a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to bringing natural stone into the home. Color charts reveal the wide range of tones available. A buyer's guide matches rooms and lifestyles with the right stone. Other tips help with budgeting and finding the right installer-or doing it yourself.

Customer Reviews:

Covers every aspect of stone .......2006-11-17

This is a great book. it will give you detailed information about the stone types that you can use in your house and great photos. i'm in the stone flooring business and this book helps my customers to visualize the final look of the stone they choose from my showroom floor. it also has a section with patterns so you dont have to figure out how to lay stones in different sizes to make a pattern.

Fantastic, Helpful, Informative Book about using Stone in your Home.......2006-06-09

We are considering having our kitchen remodeled and definitely want to replace the current Corian with some type of stone. This book covers stone used in kitchens and baths. Besides the gorgeous photographs, the book includes lots of helpful tips in helping you chose the right stone for your project. Each photo is described with caption of what the stone is, including the pattern or color. The chapters include the stone kitchen, bath, floor and architectural stone. What is really nice is that it addresses various possible focal points, such as the stone vent hood in the kitchen or a beautiful stone fireplace.

The book encompasses multiple styles, designs and patterns for counters, floors, backsplashes and walls. For the photography and ideas alone, this book is worth the price but it has so much more. It includes tips and pointers for using stone in various places. For example, on page 66, there is a side bar that has Ideas for the Shower. It includes tips like "When chosing a polished granite for the shower walls, keep in mind that water spots are magnified on a polished surface."

This books covers all kinds of natural stone: limestone, granite, travertine, marble, slate. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.

I love this book!!.......2005-10-13

This book describes the nature of various types of stones and the recommended usage inside and outside the home. I've used this book as a guide to show my local stone dealer what type of stones I'm looking for. And also used it to illustrate the concept of my dream home to my Interior Designer, she understood immediately without us having to go through many rounds of interview to get it right. As a result, my dream home is now almost complete with stones from all over the world, marbles from Spain, Italy, Iran.... granite from Norway and Indonesia... coral stones, tumblestones, slates, and many more.... Wonderful pictures and illustrations, I'd recommend this book to anyone! Suitable for modern Asian homes too!

Excellent Stone Resource & Nice Pictures.......2005-08-29

I work for a natural stone retailer in Texas, and this book gives me ideas for customers. Many of my store's clients want to take this book home or buy it. I don't let them take it home of course; I suggest that they buy one on Amazon.com.
In my opinion, I think it makes a good coffee table book as well, since when people are waiting in my showroom, I see them browsing through this book. I wish there were more books like this one.

honed or tumbled?.......2005-05-17

This book is not only a great resource guide for those new to designing with stones, but also fun to look at and inspirational. I found ideas for the bathroom, kitchen, and even for a staircase.

Uncle John's Curiously Compelling Bathroom Reader

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Just a good all around book to keep in the bathroom
A Holiday Tradition
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Uncle John's Fast-Acting Long-Lasting Bathroom Reader (Bathroom Reader Series)

ASIN: 1592236790

Book Description

With Uncle John's Curiously Compelling Bathroom Reader, the dedicated folks at the Bathroom Readers’ Institute offer fast-acting, long-lasting relief for their legions of fans who have been suffering without a new infusion of the series’ trademark trivia and obscure and fascinating facts. Number 18 in the series, this book is divided into short, medium, and long sections for any duration of stay. Readers can plunge into such pressing topics as the origin of Punk Rock, the true story behind all those celebrity jailbirds, whether dragons actually exist, strange diets of the rich and famous, great moments in bad TV, and more. This irresistible read, perfect for any mood, also contains a variety of puzzles and brainteasers for readers to ponder.

Customer Reviews:

Just a good all around book to keep in the bathroom.......2007-07-28

This book has a variety of different topics to entertain just about anybody while using the bathroom. I purchased it for the main bathroom used by guests, family and friends. I get a lot of good comments on it.

A Holiday Tradition.......2007-04-07

We gave one of these to our son-in-law for Christmas a few years ago and now it's become a tradition. You can pick any page and enjoy/learn something. And no, it doesn't have to be in the bathroom. :)

My First Bathroom Reader; Not My Last.......2007-03-18

I was gifted this volume of Uncle John's Bathroom Reader series by my fiancee's father, this last Christmas. I didn't know what to think, at first. It seemed kind of... an odd gift.

But, what the heck, I figured: I put it on top of the toilet tank in good faith, and made plans to start reading it "when the time was right."

This is an excellent book.

I'd never had a book specifically designed to be a bathroom reader, before (though I've used other books for the purpose, such as Finnegans Wake); this is a collection of trivia and interesting, obscure anecdotes, reflecting a lot of research. The stories are fascinating, and the format (they're broken up into chunks, scattered throughout the work) is appropriate for the task at hand. Reading it was a pleasure everytime I had to sit down to work. :)

I doubt that I will wait till next Christmas, to see whether I have another volume waiting for me. This was my first in this genre, and in this series, but it certainly will not be my last.

Uncle John Strikes for the 19th Time!.......2007-02-22

What can you say about the 'Uncle John' books, now in its 19th incarnation, that hasn't already been said? Trivia freaks will think they've died and gone to heaven with this latest compilation of weird subjects, obscure facts and famous, infamous and oddball characters delivered up in the usual inimitable Uncle John style.

Version 19's 519 pages covers everything from food origins to toilet tech (naturally!), weird sports feats to forgotten history, dumb crooks to fads and flops, yada, yada, yada.

Whatever your interests, pick up this book. Interesting facts, fun reading - there's something for everyone in these volumes!

Bathroom Reader.......2007-02-15

I have most of the Bathroom Reader books (probably 25 by now) and I love every one of them. "Curiously Compelling" is a welcome addition to my library of trivia.

Kitchens & Baths 1-2-3 (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)

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Organize and Plan for Your Kitchen or Bath Project

Kitchens & Baths 1-2-3 (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)
Home Depot Books
Manufacturer: The Home Depot
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Do-It-Yourself | How-to & Home Improvements | Home & Garden | Subjects | Books

Household Hints | How-to & Home Improvements | Home & Garden | Subjects | Books

Tiling 1-2-3 (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)
Bathroom Design and Planning 1-2-3: Create Your Blueprint for a Perfect Bathroom (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)
Flooring 1-2-3: Expert Advice on Design, Installation, and Repair (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)
Plumbing 1-2-3 (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)
The Home Depot Outdoor Projects 1-2-3 (Home Depot ... 1-2-3)

ASIN: 0696208156

Book Description

Packed with Home DepotÂ's expertise and renowned "wisdom of the aisles," this handy resource offers everything the do-it-yourselfer needs to execute the ideal remodeling plan for a kitchen or bath.

The ultimate resource for homeowners planning to remodel their kitchens or baths.

Gives readers design guidance, tips, and expert advice.

Advice on how to buy materials, appliances, and fixtures.

Expanded appendix includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations on how to remodel kitchens and baths.

Shows kitchen and bath designs for all sizes, styles, and budgets.

Helps remodelers from planning to completion.

Ideas on financing a project.

Customer Reviews:

Organize and Plan for Your Kitchen or Bath Project.......1999-12-19

The major part of any project is being organized. And what better way to organize a kitchen or bath redesign than to practice effective time management skills? That's right: delegate to a professional who deals with this sort of undertaking every single day: a designer. Utilizing the skills of a talented kitchen or bath designer will decrease stress, improve productivity, and create more time for you to enjoy the task at hand: redesigning or remodeling the kitchen or bathroom in your home.

I'm a big fan of being prepared - that's what makes life fun. And the experts at Home Depot have compiled their favorite tips and techniques into one easy-to-use book. The book is well organized and very easy to use, which encourages us to keep it handy for quick references.

Whether you're creating a color scheme, choosing light design, wrestling with investment return issues, or wanting detailed information about the order of work done by contractors, this book is a goldmine of details for your project. Of course, my favorite section offers organizing solutions for the kitchen, including cabinet accessories and room layout, but it is sure is refreshing to see this as an issue before construction rather than an afterthought. Great planning!

This makes a great coffee-table book, since you'll refer to it time and time again. But if your coffee table is very far from your kitchen, then perhaps you'll add it to your cookbooks instead. Happy designing!

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