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You're no idiot, of course. You know that feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice that's received a lot of attention lately. But when it comes to understanding what exactly feng shui is - or even how to pronounce it - you feel like you're scaling the Great Wall of China. Don't fall off just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Feng Shui teaches you everything you need to know to embrace this ancient and complex art and science. more...

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Learn the Latest Money-Saving Techniques for Troubleshootingand Repairing Any Briggs & Stratton Engine, New or Old! /p> Turn to the Fourth Edition of How to Repair Briggs & Stratton Engines for expert guidance on completing any Briggs & Stratton maintenance and repair job quickly and easily. This money-saving resource now includes the latest information on overhead valves (OHV), carburetion advances, new muffler designs, and cutting-edge alternators. Filled with proven techniques for fixing both brand-new and older model Briggs & Stratton engines, the Fourth Edition of this hands-on reference covers everything from ignition, fuel, and charging systems…to starters and engine mechanics. You will find step-by-step instructions for troubleshooting and repairing magnetos…carburetors… governors…alternators…main bearings…flywheels…coils…fuel pumps …air filters…rewind and electric starters…and connecting rods. Using more than 190 detailed illustrations, the Fourth Edition of How to Repair Briggs & Stratton Engines features: All the expertise needed to perform maintenance and repair jobs on any Briggs & Stratton engine Comprehensive guidance on state-of-the-art small-engine technology New to this edition: updated material on overhead valve design (OHV); new coverage of Flo-Jet suction lift carburetion; and new information on alternators, torque limits, and bolt tightening sequences Inside this Updated Briggs & Stratton Repair Kit • Introduction • The Product Range • Troubleshooting • Ignition Systems • The Fuel System • Starters • Charging Systems • Engine Mechanics • The Overhead Valve Revolution more...

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Offers an approach to construction techniques for building with bags filled with earth, and discusses the many merits of earthbag construction. more...

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This book is an illustrated introduction and essential reference for green buildings, sustainable developments and green building technologies. It provides an introduction to green buildings and technically accurate, yet readily understandable, brief definitions of all key green building terms. more...

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In paperback for the first time - the authors of the bestselling Haley's Hints tackle household grime, goo, and garbage... Readers will be amazed at how much money they can save by not having to buy those expensive cleaners, deodorizers and ''wonder'' products. In these pages, they'll get the inside scoop on the amazing multiple cleaning properties of their very own ''Household Heroes,'' like shaving cream, toothpaste, vinegar, mayonnaise, baking soda, salt, hand cleaner, panty hose and many more. Over 1,000 clever, inexpensive solutions help readers clean, deodorize, unclutter and organize their homes - from kitchen to bathroom, furniture to floors, windows to walls. Terrific tips on stain removal, laundry, space-saving, and even outdoor clean-up turn everyday chores into dirt-busting adventures. more...

Price: $14.95