DIY For Dummies

The most important piece of equipment in your tool kit Whether you need to fix a household problem or simply want to spruce up your property, this hands-on guide will help you prepare for and manage a multitude of home improvements and repairs. Learn how to sidestep the trials and tribulations of DIY with information on jobs ranging from fixing a leaky tap to hanging wallpaper. This full-colour guide uses step-by-step illustrations to take you through each project and offers a lay-flat binding that's perfect for on-the-job advice. Plan your project - assess the scope of your DIY dilemmas and find out how to budget and prepare for the path ahead Don't get in a tangle - easy-to-follow advice on performing electrical and wiring repairs, as well as dealing with damp, replacing window panes and more Colour your home beautiful - learn how to paint and wallpaper your walls without disaster Tread softly - get the lowdown on replacing and repairing wood, tile, carpet and vinyl flooring Get stuck in - find out how to carry out straightforward plumbing jobs, without calling in the experts Open the book and find: The best DIY tools and how they work Essential health and safety info How to save money and avoid overspending Advice on preparing walls and choosing wallpaper Guidance on finishing wood Painless ways to unblock a sink or drain How to deal with damp When to call in the professionals How to find a good builder Learn to: Draw up realistic plans and budgets for your DIY projects Achieve success with full-colour illustrations and step-by-step advice Tackle everything from putting up a shelf to hanging wallpaper or unblocking a drain IN FULL COLOUR