A complete guide to using wood in the home offers practical information and hard knowledge about types of wood and their uses, as well as inspiration on the uses for wood, complete with a buying guide and 250 color photos. Original. 25,000 first printing.
Heather and Earl Adams are founders and co-owners of a natural stone design firm in Florida; Steinbach is chief interior designer for the Adams' company. They provide a practical style book and technical manual for both contract-clients and do-it-yourselfers which covers the types of wood used in home design; optional ways to use wood in specific interior spaces and for architectural details; specific styles, including American, European, Asian, island, and safari; and decorative finishes, including painted wood, lime wash, white wash, and unique stains and finishes. The text is lavishly illustrated throughout with color photographs. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
