DIY (Do it yourself): general guides and advice Books

Book SynopsisBasements often get a bad rap. They can be dark, dank, and depressing, and are some of the most challenging spaces in a home to remodel. But the rewards of tackling a basement remodel are potentially enormous - transforming an otherwise ignored space into a bright, open, and usable asset, perfect for a spare bedroom for guests, a game room for the kids, or a den for the adults. In Basements Complete, author Steve Cory covers the most popular remodeing approaches and projects for basements, including information on preventing mould and mildew, moving pipes up or over to make more headroom, bringing more light into a dark space, mitigating radon, and sealing floors and walls. Additionally, some of the projects - such as flooring, plumbing, and wiring - apply to other rooms in the house, but are treated here with an eye towards basement needs. Though the book is largely how-to, it also explores some design and planning issues, making it the truly complete reference title for all things basements. With more than 700 photos, 35 illustrations, and clear step-by-step insturctions, Basements Complete is the only book that homeowners, remodelers, and builders will need to transform a damp basement into a warm addition. AUTHOR: Steve Cory is a freeland writer and photographer who specialises in detialed how-to projects. He has written extensively for Lowe's, STANLEY, Creative Homeowner, The Home Depot, and others. Cory is also the author of Trim: A Homeowners Guide (Taunton Press, 2015), Plumbing: A Homeowner's Guide (Taunton, 2016), and Building Kitchen Cabinets and Bathroom Vanities (Taunton Press, 2015). SELLING POINTS: . Format. Find information fast. Don't waste time looking for your project or how to tackle it. It's easy to find exactly what you need to know, with clear step-by-step photos and detailed instruction that enable you to tackle any basement remodeling project with confidence. . Authoritative. A basement remodeling contractor and experienced home improvement writer team up to tell you all you need to know, including what can go wrong and how to deal with it. . Complete. Covers all basement projects a homeowner is likely to encounter.

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Book SynopsisThis book was written for people who have never used a 3D carving machine. It teaches the basics of designing and making things with Inventables' software (Easel) and 3D carving machines (X-Carve and Carvey). We'll take you step-by-step through five projects you can build yourself as a beginner: an inspiration tile, kitchen cutting board, custom block stamp, fidget spinner, and balsa wood glider. The book also features aspirational projects from makers in the community, like an electric guitar, to show what is possible through 3D carving. The design files and instructions for projects - ranging from beginner to expert - can be found on the Inventables website.

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Book SynopsisThis ALL NEW benchtop reference presents more ingenious and indispensable shop tips and pearls of wisdom collected by the editors of Make: and some of the most talented and prolific makers who've contributed to the magazine and Maker Faire over the past decade. Inside you'll find ALL NEW tips for measuring and cutting, gluing and fastening, clamping and joining, drilling, shop organizing, maintenance and repair, and more. The topics covered run the gamut from traditional shopcraft to electronics and soldering. You'll also encounter even more fascinating tales from experienced makers whose personal stories illuminate their favorite tools and best discoveries. Illustrated in full color with photos, drawings, and comic strips, Tips and Tales from the Workshop Volume 2 will continue to entertain and enlighten while inspiring you.

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Book SynopsisOnly you can know what kind of kitchen you need, so whether you plan to do most of the work yourself or hire specialists to do it for you, this book takes you through the whole process of working out your requirements and translating them into reality. It helps you anticipate practical problems, offers detailed guidance & is fully illustrated in colour, making the process of creating your dream kitchen as painless as it can be. Dennis Dixon is a professional kitchen fitter and a qualified electrician, with many years' experience of kitchen installation and property management. He lives in Hampshire and works on projects throughout the south of England.

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAmazon Book of the Month! -- No Source "Lifestyle guru Kate Albrecht is pretty much the antithesis of Martha Stewart...[she] probably has more in common with the late Nora Ephron than with any maven of domesticity." -- Los Angeles Times "When you flip open a DIY book, you don't typically see chapters named 'Hooker with a Head of Gold'... Learn how to make a no-sew tutu... and read about how Kate used to babysit for her stepmom." -- Blogher.com "What's better than a book of DIYs? One that pairs each project with a hilarious story that will have you laughing out loud from behind your glue gun." -- Refinery29 "Beautifully photographed and just so damn clever... I absolutely recommend you pick up a copy. Not only will you laugh, you'll get some good crafting knowledge." -- Weheartthis.com

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Book SynopsisHe started a YouTube channel for anyone looking for fatherly advice, and in the course of three months, gained a following of nearly 2.5 million subscribers, with millions of views for his how-to and inspirational videos.Trade Review“Like the YouTube channel, this is a touching yet informative guide for those seeking fatherly advice, or even a few good dad jokes.” — Library Journal

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Book SynopsisA beautifully designed guide to natural beauty products, home cleaners, health remedies, and other household tips inspired by the techniques of our ancestors.Using ingredients from your kitchen cupboards, garden, and vegetable patch (or your local supermarket), Forgotten Ways for Modern Days draws on the wisdom of homemakers, gardeners, and crafters of the past, introducing their knowledge and time-tested tips. From brightening your whites by putting eggshells in your washing to making beeswax furniture polish to herbal hair rinses, Rachelle Blondel brings the crafty ways of our grandparents into modern times.

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Book SynopsisTastemade’s design experts are here with innovative and accessible ideas, tips, and projects to make over your home—one weekend at a time.Time to spruce up your space! Whether you have a few hours or an entire weekend to spare, the easy-to-follow DIYs in this book include illustrations, photos, and diagrams to help you achieve transformational results—from a portrait gallery wall to a succulent coffee table to a vintage trunk bar cart. And when you need a quick fix, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for small tweaks that require no tools, such as making a mood board to direct your vision, styling your entryway, or being a good plant parent.Design is for everyone, and whether you’re a renter, new homeowner, or DIY-aholic—even if you’re working with a small space or a tight budget—your home should make you feel good. With Weekend Refresh, you’ll be on your way to personalized, intentional, and well-t

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about laundry, cleaning, and basic home repairs—from the TikTok star who made bluing a thing, showed you how to fold a fitted sheet, and taught you to properly use your (caulk) gun.“[Melissa Pateras] makes chores enjoyable in her bawdy debut. . . . Doing laundry has never sounded so fun.”—Publishers WeeklyMelissa Dilkes Pateras is the most competent housekeeper, DIY-project master, and home repair genius that you’ve ever fantasized about becoming. When she followed her kids on to TikTok, she discovered a community hungry for her approachable, tongue-in-cheek advice on everything from balls—dryer balls, that is—to why color-coded closets are a spiritual experience. She doesn’t expect you to know what you were never taught, and she doesn’t care about transforming your home into a minimal, beige Instagram post; she simply wants to help make your life easier.Whethe

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Book SynopsisBLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Bathrooms brings you design advice, how-to instructions, and all the facts you need to achieve the bathroom of your dreams.This sixth edition of the perennial bestseller from the BLACK+DECKER Complete Guide series covers all the bases when it comes to bathroom remodeling. From freshening up decor to a down-to-the-studs remodel, all of the information you need to design the job and do the work yourself is right here. This new edition also features smart home projects, from advanced toilets and add-on bidets to freestanding tubs, dimmable lights, and touchless faucets.Through step-by-step photography and instructions, you’ll see how to update lighting, ventilation, flooring, surfaces, cabinetry, toilets, bathtubs, and accessories. This comprehensive buyer’s guide takes you through one of the most important steps in any remodeling project, and a complete and up-to-the minute se

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Book SynopsisDesign, build, and equip your very own greenhouse with the building plans and photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions in BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to DIY Greenhouses 3rd Edition. A start-to-finish book on building greenhouses for the home gardener, this is the most complete book on DIY greenhouses you’ll find anywhere. Featuring full-color step-by-step photos and comprehensive how-to instructions, the book features full plans for structures that are designed to extend the gardening season. From ornate, Victorian-style greenhouses to basic cold frames and simpler kits, you’re sure to find a project that meets your needs and fits your space. The projects include:   DIY Gabled Greenhouse PVC Hoophouse Sun Porch Kit Shed-Style Greenhouse Old-Window Greenhouse Low-Maintenance Sunroom Companion projects, includin

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Book SynopsisEvery modern house includes flat concrete surfaces. Concrete features range from utilitarian sidewalks to garage floors to tennis courts made of pervious concrete so water won''t pond on it. You don''t need years of experience to build a good concrete floor, but you do need information. Until now, that information has been surprisingly hard to find. Learn all you need to know to plan and complete small concrete pavement jobs around the house. Included are footpaths, driveways, patios, sports surfaces, and indoor floor slabs. There is guidance for all the basics: ordering concrete, adding joints, curing, and more specialized topics including pervious concrete and exposed-aggregate finishes. The final chapter addresses things that can go wrong, and how to prevent and fix them.

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Book SynopsisNot sure what to do with that old, dilapidated chair that has been sitting in your garage or down your basement? How about turning it into a decorative piece of art for everyday use or for a seasonal decoration? In this new DIY book, master painter Sammie Crawford takes you through, step-by-step, seven chair-painting projects: the rose, sunflower, tiger lily, frog, butterfly, rooster, and, just in time for Christmas, the Santa chair. With color photographs and patterns, as well as lists of supplies and color palettes provided, use this book to follow along with the projects or gain inspiration for your own creative ideas. This book is perfect for painters of all skill level.

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Book SynopsisTurn that old, dilapidated chair that has been sitting in your garage or basement into a decorative piece of art for your children's bedroom or playroom. In this new DIY book, master painter Sammie Crawford takes you through seven step-by-step chair-painting projects: bear, bunny, Mother Goose, panda, puppy, Raggedy Ann and Andy, and Wild Animals. There''s also a bonus Christmas Rocking Horse project. With color photographs and patterns, as well as lists of supplies and color palettes, this book gives you the details you need to replicate the designs in full or add your own creative ideas. This book is perfect for painters of all skill levels.

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Book SynopsisProvides a sensible approach to regular home maintenance. It's a small commitment with a big payoff: spending a few minutes each week helps you avoid long-term preventable problems such as water damage, pests, and air infiltration that can cost you money now and even more money in the future.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review'A very useful guide to sharpening and introductory knife-making... An informative book' - The Woodcarvers Gazette, Autumn 2018

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Book SynopsisBuilt by hand. Built to last. The best dreams start with love.Noell Jett’s home is more than a farmhouse. It’s a testament to overcoming challenges, working side by side with those you love, and learning to say yes to your dreams again and again, even when the world says no.Growing up in poverty, in a family with extremist religious beliefs, Noell Jett knows what it’s like to work hard to survive. When she married Daniel and they began a family together, she discovered the joy of working hard to achieve her dreams.In From the Ground Up, Noell shares the unbelievable story behind her 3,700-square foot custom farmhouse—built by hand and savvy influencer marketing—and the key strategies she learned about never giving up. With beautiful photos, reflections questions, and Noell’s trademark DIY tips, From the Ground Up offersa vision for living beyond the confines of your

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Book SynopsisLearn how to make both minor and major DIY repairs and improvements that will save you money! No need to hire a plumber, especially in emergencies when you need an immediate fix. This best-selling guide, Ultimate Guide Plumbing, 6th Edition will teach you everything you need to know, from toilet installation and repairs to running underground sprinkler systems for your garden and yard irrigation. This new edition also includes new information on leak detection, mixed water temperature control, alkaline water treatment and scale reduction devices, domestic water heaters, drinking water treatment units and is updated with 2024 National Plumbing Code Standards.

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Book SynopsisThe most complete home improvement manual on the market, this newly updated edition of Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement offers thousands of photos, 800 drawings, and understandable, practical text. Readers will find essential instruction on plumbing and electrical repairs, heating and cooling, roofing and siding, cabinets and countertops, and more. Information is also provided on tools, materials, and basic skills, plus 325 step-by-step DIY projects with how-to photo sequences. The Ultimate Guide to Home Repair and Improvement also includes a remodeling guide and a resource guide. Top to bottom, inside and out, this is the single, ultimate resource book for home projects and repairs. New edition includes current information on recent code updates and changes.

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Book SynopsisNothing matches the look and feel of stone structures in and around your home. Yet most people are intimidated by the very thought of masonry, despite the obvious rewards. In Stone Building, Kevin Gardner distills his decades of experience building and maintaining iconic New England–style stone walls into this concise, informative guide. Gardner offers step-by-step instructions for building everything from flagstone walkways to classic patios and ornate fire pits. He also offers time-tested tips to help care for your stone, as well as repair and restoration advice for existing structures.

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Book SynopsisComplete step-by-step instructions help you achieve a sustainable, efficient, and attractive yard.The Black & Decker Complete Guide to Landscape Projects is a hardworking, comprehensive manual for renovating, building, and greening up your landscape. Inside, you'll find complete directions for time-tested landscape building projects as well as new environmentally sustainable projects. From designing your landscape to putting the finishing touches on an arbor or custom gate, everything you need for landscaping success is right here.Learn how to make and install: compost bins, garden walls, dry beds, rain gardens, water features and irrigation, patios and walkways, all the most popular styles of fencing, and more. You can build a sustainable, low-cost yard with the most efficient, cost-effective methods and products with the help of this book. Just because you live in the city and don't own a half-acre plot doesn't mean you can't have a spectacular landscape. In this updated, new edition you will find a special section just for small yards and urban settings. Jump right in and build the landscape of your dreams!

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Book SynopsisThe rustic farmhouse interior design style has exploded with popularity in recent years. A Touch of Farmhouse Charm is just what home crafters have been waiting for - simple yet stunning decorations and standout furniture pieces they can make themselves. Liz Fourez, of the website Love Grows Wild, has spent the last several years renovating an old farmhouse into a home filled with love and handmade things, the inspiration behind this book. The book features more than 70 projects - each one including helpful step-by-step photos - organised room by room as Liz has them arranged in her own house. She also gives design and style advice to help readers implement the look and lifestyle in their own homes. Most of the projects are quick and easy to make, and even the more complex furniture pieces are within reach of a beginner DIY-er. Sample projects in the book are a Monogram Doormat or Family Sign in the entryway, Drop Cloth Curtains or a Barn Wood Sofa Table in the living room, Vintage Breadboards and an Herb Planter Box in the kitchen, Fabric-Covered Books in the office, Hanging Crate Storage or Pressed Fern Art in the bathroom, a Vintage Map in the kids' playroom or a Wood Toy Crate in the kids' bedroom, and a Chair with Upholstered Seat and Rustic ;Wood Photo Frames for the master bedroom. With so many options to choose from, readers will be delighted as they create a home with simple, rustic handmade charm!

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Book SynopsisIf you’ve ever thought about starting your own farm or homestead but weren’t sure how to get started, follow Shannon and Stewart Stonger, two self-made homesteaders, and their plan on how to start and succeed at homesteading. Shannon and Stewart left their home in the city and moved to an empty plot of land, with hopes of starting their own farm. Their research and experiences produced not only a successful and fruitful farm, but also a fully functional homestead, without modern conveniences. They’ll show you how they did it, and how you can do it too, all on a budget. You’ll learn how to plow your land, grow your own fruits and vegetables, create a viable water source for watering crops, harness energy from wind and the sun, preserve the harvest through canning and dehydration, raise livestock and much more. These attainable, game-changing tips and projects will allow you to live a simple, debt-free life and start your own agricultural homestead, all with your own two hands.

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to style your home for a deeper sense of comfort, with guidance from the creator of the 52 Lists journal series Fans of Moorea Seal know the style influencer and online curator for her beautiful 52 Lists journals and planners, and they love her rustic luxe aesthetic: inspired boho loveliness, dashes of inspiration, plus a twist of the adventuresome spirit of the Northwest. Now Moorea has created a home design book that’s equal parts self-help guide, memoir, and décor inspiration! She’ll help you explore what it means to create a relaxed, comfortable home, and you’ll find which expression feels most authentic to you through color palates, interior design modes, conversation prompts, essays, approachable DIY projects and more. Focusing in turn on one room at a time, various chapters will help you take on the living room, the dining room, bedrooms, and of course, the kitchen. Included for each room: · A personal essay penned by Moorea herself · An exclusive look into Moorea’s own spaces with tips for inspired, mindful living · Two beginner-friendly DIY projects to personalize and decorate your home on a budget · Intimate looks into the homes of a diverse set of female style curators, who share their best tips and tricks for comfortable, imaginative decor You don't need lots of money or the perfect life in order to infuse your space with your signature spark.Trade Review"Now we're talking: design inspiration that doubles as self-help. Style maven Moorea Seal lets readers into her home and office, lending her advice and personal journey for finding comfort in your home. Give this to your creative DIYer friend or relative!"—Apartment Therapy“What really spoke to me about Make Yourself at Home was how much of the home design philosophies in it were rooted in family, personal and professional growth, memories, and being true to yourself despite what society (read: Pinterest) might want to dictate to you instead.”—Fresh Jess“Pick up local boutique owner Moorea Seal’s “Make Yourself at Home” book…which features Instagram-worthy decorating ideas, plus step-by-step instructions for making pieces such as a blanket ladder and jewelry holders.”—The Seattle Times“A dash of self-help, a sprinkle of craft, plus lifestyle tips and tricks seasoned with storytelling—Seal’s new book adds up to a pretty package.”—BookPage “Make Yourself at Home is all about beautifying your life inside and out and turning your home into a comfortable space that reflects your best self.”—Seattle Refined“Moorea is all about celebrating the handmade and championing other artists, and her new book is full of simple DIY projects for making things beautiful and practical, plus it features mini profiles and advice from a bunch of inspiring women (they're tagged!) to keep the spirit of community going.”—Adam J. Kurtz, author "A combination of self-help and décor inspiration, Make Yourself at Home is a beautiful book focused on helping you design the dwelling of your dreams and feel comfortable in your space."—The Glitter Guide"This is going to keep me busy all season long."—Dream Green DIY"I'm loving Moorea Seal's new book, Make Yourself at Home--it's full of so many awesome DIY projects & ways to make your space feel true to you. Instead of thinking of a million things I need to buy, this book has me thinking of ways I can use what we have to work for us in our new space!"—Abby Rose Metcalf"This book if filled with decor tips, DIY projects, glimpses of inspiring homes, and much more that will prompt you to discover yourself in the spaces you spend the most time in."—New Day Northwest"The details they put into the book are beautiful but the gold foiling, and hard cover add a more luxurious detail to own on your bookshelf."—Our City Lights"A combination of self-help and décor inspiration, Make Yourself at Home is a beautiful book focused on helping you design the dwelling of your dreams and feel comfortable in your space."—The Glitter Guide"An interior design book that prizes individuality over rigid style categorization...offering conversation prompts and stylistic suggestions along the way to spark your own ideas."—MSN"Unlike your conventional home interior guide, Make Yourself at Home is presented as part self-help and part memoir, allowing readers to gain perspective for mindful home living."— Northern Virginia Magazine

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Book SynopsisWiring repairs, replacements, and upgrades are among the most popular projects for home DIYers - and, potentially, the most fraught with risk. With an unerring emphasis on safety, wiring expert Steve Cory prepares homeowners for the most common situations they are likely to encounter and gives them the confidence to tackle their own home wiring projects. After introductory sections on understanding the residential electrical system and basic wiring techniques, projects include: . replacing switches and receptacles . installing lights and fans . retrofitting under-cabinet lighting . running cable and installing electrical boxes and more With quick tips throughout, this handy reference provides all you need to know to tackle any home wiring repair project. AUTHOR: Steve Cory is a freelance writer and photographer who specializes in detailed how-to projects. He has written extensively for Lowe's, STANLEY, Creative Homeowner, The Home Depot, and others. Cory is also the author of Trim: A Homeowners Guide (Taunton Press, 2015), Plumbing: A Homeowner's Guide (Taunton, 2016), and Building Kitchen Cabinets and Bathroom Vanities (Taunton Press, 2015). 775 photographs, 48 illustrations

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Book SynopsisDiscover a trove of upcycling ideas and inspiration, with this collection of projects from upcycling influencer Emma Foss. She shares detailed, step-by-step tutorials to teach you essential upcycling techniques so you can create something out of nothing. Through these creative projects, you’ll develop skills in basic woodworking, re-upholstery, painting, papier-mâché and so much more. Best of all, these projects use materials you’re likely to already have lying around the house or can be found cheaply at thrift stores! This astounding collection of projects is perfect for any DIY enthusiast, or anyone with a knack for using the materials they have to make something unique and memorable. Turn thrift-store jeans into a unique painted masterpiece, transform a paint palette into a functional clock or even hand-make your own recycled paper. It’s up to you! Embrace your creative side as you beautify your space with these one-of-a-kind projects. As you work through each one, you’ll learn the upcycling skills you need to make anything you want, out of anything you can find.

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