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The Nothing Left Out Home Improvement Book
The Nothing Left Out Home Improvement Book Author:Tom Philbin and Fritz Koelbel From the smallest repair tasks to the largest reconstruction projects, Philbin and Koelbel take the handyman through every step - from planning to completion. Listing all tools needed, and telling whether or not they are very likely to be used again, they help the reader decide on buying or renting. Getting into the projects, they describe exa... more »ctly what techniques will get the job done right and in the least amount of time. They also discuss how to estimate the amount of materials needed, and they give the percentages for a reasonable amount of waste. The authors describe paneling, plasterboard repairs, window replacement, installation of ceiling and ceramic tiles. They cover electrical receptacles, sump pumps, and new concrete driveways, as well as small projects such as building of shelving, drawers, and a simple bar. This is a no-nonsense guide for the do-it-yourselfer.« less