The Complete Do-it-Yourself Manual (Family Handyman)

About this book

The leading manual for home improvements is getting an update to address current codes latest materials tools and technology. The bestselling most comprehensive guide to home improvements has been revised and updated once again since its revision in 2005. Over 10 million copies of READERS DIGEST COMPLETE DO-IT-YOURSELF MANUAL have been sold since its original publication in 1973. In 2005 the manual got bigger and better than ever when The Family Handyman and Readers Digest joined forces and completely revised updated rewrote and redesigned this home improvement classic. Now in 2014 The Family Handyman has once again updated and revised this do-it-yourself classic to make it relevant to todays homeowners and DIYers.. Written in a style of text that addresses readers in a very accessible conversational tone for easy user-friendly assistance with every do-it-yourself task. All instructions and materials have been updated to address current codes (electrical plumbing and building) and revised to indicate the very latest in materials tools and technology. Suitable for beginners and experts alike this newly revised edition includes: Over 3 000 photos and illustrations to make complex projects and repairs easy to understand Twice as many storage projects that help home owners cut clutter New building materials that yield great-looking long-lasting resultsand low maintenance! New technology that lets homeowners save energy add convenience or improve security. New building codes that make homes safer more energy-efficient and trouble-free. The books tried-and-true instructions provide do-it-yourself solutions to a ton of problems that could cost a fortune if you had to hire a professional. This manual is a must-have reference guide for every home-owning man or woman.