Nails, Noggins and Newels

Starting at the front door, this book takes a look at our homes through different eyes, revealing the history of every part from the bricks and beams to pelmets, lights and water pipes; from wallpaper, windows and paints to floors, fires and fitted kitchens. Crammed with fascinating facts about the everyday bric-a-brac of the house in which you live,

Nails, Noggins and Newels is written in a lively, informal style which will appeal to any DIY enthusiast.