The Water Book: Find it, move it, store it, clean it... use it - Softcover

Thornton, Judith

 
9781902175232: The Water Book: Find it, move it, store it, clean it... use it

Synopsis

For anyone setting up a complete water system from scratch, The Water Book is the definitive guide to managing your H2O. Covering all the potential sources of water, this book shows you how to find, connect, maintain, treat and store water, making it safe to drink in the most environmentally sound way possible.

Whether you have a mains supply or a private one, whether you want to understand it better or supplement it from another source, this book is full of invaluable advice on how to get it done. Suited to homeowners and professionals alike, Regulations applying to water supplies in the UK are demystified and case studies are used to illustrate clear solutions to real-life water supply problems.

It is essential in our changing climate that every household adopts water saving measures. With 'The Water Book' you can calculate your demand, reduce your water consumption, find out if rainwater harvesting is for you and learn how best to reuse water in the garden.

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Review

A book to help you use water wisely. -- Homebuilding and Renovating Magazine

A practical book that shows you how to make your water use more sustainable. -- County Times

Cut your bills by harvesting rainwater. -- Country Life

Very clearly this publication is based on level-headed knowledge and experience. -- Consumer Sciences Today

About the Author

She has worked with the Centre for Alternative Technology since 1999, until recently as Head of Biology, and currently as tutor on the MSc Architecture: Advanced Environmental and Energy Studies. Judith has installed a variety of systems, including reed beds, compost toilets and private water supplies.

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ISBN 10:  1902175492 ISBN 13:  9781902175492
Publisher: Centre for Alternative Technolog..., 2005
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