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Beginner's guide to DIY & home repair, essential DIY techniques for the first timer, Jo Behari & Alison Winfield-Chislett

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Beginner's guide to DIY & home repair, essential DIY techniques for the first timer, Jo Behari & Alison Winfield-Chislett

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Beginner's guide to DIY & home repair

Nature of contents

handbooks

Oclc number

1101910985

Responsibility statement

Jo Behari & Alison Winfield-Chislett

Sub title

essential DIY techniques for the first timer

Summary

If you are frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home maintenance, you've come to the right place! Owning a home can be expensive. Throw maintenance costs into the mix and it's enough to feel buried by cost after cost. Data from Buildfax states that home repairs have increased by thirty percent in just five years! Most Americans are not prepared for or expecting these types of additional costs. Being prepared can help homeowners save money and ease your financial burdens. This practical handbook was created to solve this very dilemma. Full of expert advice, Beginner's Guide to DIY & Home Repair provides first-time homeowners and renters with the basic skills and guidance you need to get the job done. It features easy instructions for all the home DIY basics, from painting and wallpapering to simple plumbing, changing a lock, using power tools, fixing a squeaky board, and much more. "Houses can be a daunting issue to the uninitiated and when undertaking repairs, you need to be confident of your decisions," says Behari. "In this book, Alison and I will act as your DIY and home repair whisperers. You'll feel empowered to take on your next home project!" This ultimate reference guide for the DIY novice offers help for anyone who has a busy working life but still wants to make their home look good--without spending a fortune!

Table Of Contents

Part 1: Before you begin. One step at a time ; A short guide to house construction ; Time to gear up ; Building materials: a primer ; Basic skills to master -- Part 2: Projects. Organization & storage ; Walls & ceilings ; Doors & windows ; Kitchens & bathrooms ; Flooring ; Furniture ; Exterior DIY

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