Look Inside the Book
Better Houses, Better Living teaches every potential
home owner, builder or remodeler how to make smart decisions. Our
mission is to help people think about creating homes that are
comfortable in every way possible!
352 pages and 462 images deliver detailed advice including...
- Kitchen – 87 pages detailing layout, appliances, materials and more!
- Bath – From sinks to toilets, spa tubs to showers, this section tells all.
- Bedrooms – How the basic room design impacts everyday living.
- Laundry room – Make yours energy efficient and safe.
- Garage – Tips for evaluating door design, wiring, and insulation.
- Heating and cooling systems – From fireplace to gas furnace, what to choose and why.
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Question: You need to use the toilet. So what's the procedure
with this arrangement? |
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Answer:
1. Open the door
2. Sidle in alongside the toilet to make room.
3. Now close the door.
4. Do your thing.
5. Sidle in along side the toilet again to make room so you
can then . . .
6. Open the door and leave!
It's what we call a "sidle toilet." It's small and it's not
user-friendly. Even the airlines don't make you do this!
Don’t want to “sidle” up to the toilet? Page 277 tells you
how to take a “head-on” approach instead. |
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Question: What's wrong with this dishwasher
placement that makes it unfriendly? |
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A: It's good that the dishwasher is close to the sink,
but...With the door open it keeps you from standing in
front of half the sink, it blocks the lower corner cabinet
entirely and will make it virtually impossible to reach any
upper cabinets behind it in the corner.
Learn more about how to avoid dishwasher drama and how kitchen appliances are
crucial to a user-friendly kitchen on page 187. |
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Question: Welcome to my front door, and everything inside, too!
Do you see the glaring security risk in this entry? |
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A: Not only does the large amount of clear glass
invite unwanted attention, but it's relatively easy to break, reach in,
unlock the door and go right in.
Learn about other problems with exterior
doors in chapter 9. |
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More Examples of What You Will Learn...
- On page 62 you’ll learn how the placement of outlets, wall switches,
and electronic controls defines safety, convenience, and the ease of daily life!
- If you are changing out rust-choked cast iron water pipes, do you know what
your plumbing options are? Find out, beginning on Page 81.
- Learn the secret to soundproofing your walls – a must whether you want
a home theater system or just the freedom to play computer games into the night. Page 164
- 6 facts about fireplace or woodstoves: Understanding their basic design and energy efficiency. Page 108
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