Gail Kittleson and her husband began renovating an old house ...
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Gail Kittleson and her husband began renovating an old house after he returned from a deployment in Iraq. Gail longed for rest but she hungered for wholeness and discovered it through the ancient Benedictine practice ofLectio Divina.

By allowing the Spirit to emphasis one word in her daily Bible reading and meditating on it throughout the day, we are empowered to embrace all that God has for us. "Catching Up With Daylight" is Kittleson's diary of words she's ruminated on during the renovation of her house. By sharing her journal, she allows us to see God in a different way and how He operates in our lives when we meditate on His Word.

Kittleson's book shows us how to appreciate the world and the people around us. She teaches us how to see things in new ways.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from White Fire Publishingas part of its Book Review Blogger Program. I was not required to write a review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
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I loved this story about Chip and Jo. It is nice to read a good wholesome story about a couple working hard to get where they are in life. It helps that they enjoy what they do and love helping people. It is so nice that HGTV sought out this couple and portrays them in such a great way, allowing Chip to be himself and Jo to be herself. I love watching Fixer Upper. They do a great job on the homes they remodel and it is nice to see how they interact with their kids and family.
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This is, hands down, the very BEST home renovation book I've ever read.  And as former editor of This Old House Magazine (2001 to 2004) I've seen `em all.

Author Mike Litchfield (founding editor of Fine Homebuilding magazine) has written about 7 books on home renovation and this third edition of "Renovation" (completely updated from earlier versions) has got to be his masterwork.  Whether you're a homeowner who can't bang a nail or a professional tradesman, you'll learn a lot from this book.

"Renovation" covers the entire home renovation process, from inspecting an old house before you buy it to the hundreds of steps and decisions you'll encounter in the renovation process.

Litchfield clearly knows what he's talking about.  He writes in a down-to-earth conversational style that's comprehensive, practical and easy to understand.  He also has a sharp wit and a dry sense of humor that makes this book, not only useful, but great fun to read.  Excellent drawings and photos show you just the information you need, and the book is liberally sprinkled with pro-tips and insights that will save you time, money and heartache-guaranteed.  Case histories of real renovation jobs with first-hand accounts of what worked and what didn't give you the benefit of other people's experience.

Renovating an old house is a big, messy, expensive, emotional process, but one of the most satisfying projects you can tackle in life.  If you're even thinking about taking the plunge, there's no better roadmap to follow than Mike Litchfield's book.

David Sloan
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Now a young widow with a special needs daughter and a dog, they moved to Marrietta.  To begin a new life. Then she met the contact or of her refurbished home
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We moved into a new built home and this was perfect. We get lots of complements on it. We have couple of friend who are also building and after seeing how modern the lamp is, they also putting it in their new home once done. We also had an interior decorator who loved it.
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Saw this product being used on this old house . The washers made at huge repair job an  DIY afternoon project.
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Although I am a woman, I love fixing things in my home. It was a breeze and my daughter was like you need to let dad fix things sometimes...lol.
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Floating bodies, missing women, mail order brides, not to mention hidden rooms, add obstacles to what was supposed to be a simple 225-year-old house-remodeling project on a remote island.

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The fourth book in her the Home-Renovation and Design Tips mystery series find Author Jennie Bentley mixing design tips and human trafficking. Remodeling an old worn down mansion on an island isn't easy when everything has to be hauled in by boat. When Avery and Derek find the first body floating, it's not long before the two are submerged in more than building supplies. This is a tale of lies, misinformation, deceit, and Russian women that could leave the latest fix-it-up project falling to pieces around them.
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My wife and I have renovated 4 homes including a few that are historic.  Ron's and Jill's story is very easy to relate to, especially since the only exposure to renovating that my wife and I had was from the How-To programs on TV.  After experiencing a few less than stellar contractors, we decided that we could do a better job ourselves.  We had the privilege to tour Ron's and Jill's house during a recent holiday house tour and it is as outstanding in person as it is described in the book.
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This is a great book from someone who already has downsized her parents' house and did it with no time to spare.
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The reason I bought this book (besides my interest in modern architecture and it's photography) lies in the neighbouring property of the Shulman house. In 1968, that property was bought by Frank Zapppa and his wife, Gail Zappa.

The house can be seen on a number of photographs in this book (and on the cover). It was built in 1939, but has been enlarged substantially by the Zappa's, starting in the 70's. In fact, the house as it is seen on the photographs in this book, is barely recognizable nowadays. Zappa built his own studio there: the UMRK (Utility Muffin Research Kitchen).
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When we bought a home that was almost 100 years old, we wanted to keep the charm and as much as possible true to the style of the home.  Finding repair/replacement parts proved to be a task!  We should have started with Amazon!
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Elizabeth Ruth is named after my two grandmothers, women who passed away before this technology and would be amazed with her as well!

I purchased my home a year ago and have been remodeling ever since. Stuff is stacked everywhere! I am on the downhill side of remodeling FINALLY! Did I mention I have two long haired dachshunds who feel it is their MISSION IN LIFE to decorate my home with hair balls every where?

I ran her yesterday in the kitchen and hall and she didn't miss a trick! Today l let her run in the kitchen, hall and living room. The living room was the real test, as I still have boxes and stuff piled every where. She passed with flying colors! She got stuck behind my recliner as there are quite a few electrical cords and obstacles. I picked her up, sat her back in the middle of the floor, she finished her task and went to her home dock afterwards. She is the very best home purchase I' made to date!
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House warming gift ! My niece was thrilled to get these for her new home. I wanted to buy her and her husband something that they needed. The kitchen was tan cabinets and pretty blah. I counted the doors and drawers and ordered  these. What a beautiful makeover. They look fabulous! East to put on, easy to get hold of  and the finish look is fantastic.
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This was a surprise what the box turned out the a house. It became an enjoyable time as a family.
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Great for reworking a very old hutch into a modern yet old look.
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I think there's been a play kitchen at my sister's house for more than thirty years, and it was time for some new items. The grandkids immediately mixed these new tools and pans in with what's left of the old ones and started making their elk stew and baked dragon's eggs or whatever, their enthusiasm renewed by the infusion of new items. I'd just as soon they weren't mostly pink, but it doesn't seem to be stopping any kids from using them.