Buying and Restoring Old Property in France

Using experience gained from restoring a house more than 300 years old and from his involvement with the repair of many others, David Everett presents an A-Z guide for all those considering purchasing and renovating property in France. Chapters in the book give advice on what, where, and how to buy, unravelling the intricacies of the French legal system, discovering reliable tradespeople, buying materials, practical information about the most important structural features of the house and includes a glossary and translation of building terms. David Everett is the author of the "Manual of Pottery and Porcelain Restoration".