A home DIY collection covering tiling, painting, floors, woodwork, home repair, DIY tools, papering, home insulation, shelving & paint effects. It includes practical advice and detailed instructions for 200 of the most common maintenance and decorating jobs around the house.

Modern systems and materials mean that most domestic plumbing jobs are within the scope of do-it-yourselfers. This guide explains the basic skills of plumbing which can be applied to any situation. Instructions for 30 projects, from mending a leaking tap, to installing a shower unit, are detailed.

Provides a basic grounding in woodworking techniques, using both traditional hand tools and modern power tools. This book enables anyone to take on important maintenance, repair and replacement jobs with confidence. It provides information about safety.

Opening leads are the most difficult of all leads and the most important. This flipper provides a sure way to making the right choice.

Keeping a house weatherproof and in good condition is an ongoing task. Illustrated throughout, this book gives guidance on a wide range of roofing and weatherproofing jobs, as well as home insulation.

Many bricklaying, plastering and masonry jobs can be mastered by a do-it-yourselfer. This guide explains the basic techniques and provides detailed instructions for 30 projects in the house and garden, suitable for beginners.

A complete step-by-step guide containing ideas and techniques for decorating the whole of your home - both inside and out.

Includes more than 280 projects and over 95 techniques to decorate your home. This book offers instructions for painting, paper-hanging, tiling, laying floor coverings, making soft furnishings and instant makeovers. It shows how to assess the existing decor and condition of the home, and how to plan the work and choose new decorating materials.

Second edition.