Today's bathroom is more than a functional, utilitarian space-it is also a sanctuary and private retreat. The bathroom receives more remodeling dollars than any other room in the house (except the kitchen). Today's bathroom is a center for both physical and mental relaxation, and IdeaWise: Bathrooms will show you how to get the most personal satisfaction from this all-important room. There are also good economic reasons for remodeling or adding a bathroom-a major bathroom project returns virtually its entire investment by adding value to your home.
Floors are a high priority for new homeowners because nothing changes the look and feel of a home like new or restored floors. Black & Decker Flooring 101 guides the novice DIYer through the most common flooring repairs, and offers 25 simple, unique projects for improving old or outdated floors. The book features modern flooring materials and easy-to-follow techniques that will produce significant improvements with a minimal investment of time and money. Projects range from eliminating floor squeaks to installing a laminate flooring system. The 101 series approaches its subject from the perspective of the homeowner with little DIY experience. Each project is self-contained, guiding the reader step-by-step through the process using detailed color photography, clear instructions and helpful sidebars to define technical terms and offer technique tips. Even the most timid of homeowners will find they have what it takes to accomplish their flooring renewal goals quickly, inexpensively and safely.
Many homes contain unfinished spaces in a basement or attic that can be transformed into wonderful finished living spaces for far less than it might cost to build a major addition. This text gives dozens of innovative ideas for transforming unfinished spaces into comfortable, secure living areas.
Complete planning & remodeling information for both attics and basements Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements is the perfect book for homeowners who need more living space but aren't able or willing to move to a larger home or build an expensive room addition. More than 75% of homes have unfinished space in an attic or basement, just waiting for a creative touch, and this book will show readers how to convert that territory into practical living space. Armed with this book, homeowners will be able to add a bedroom, bathroom, recreation room, or home office without changing the basic blueprint of the home.
Create order out of chaos. IdeaWise: Storage shows how to create order out of chaos in every room in the house. It includes the latest techniques and innovations for systematically organizing and storing all the items that threaten to overwhelm your living spaces. It is conveniently organized in chapters that address storage in each area of your home: Kitchen; Bathroom; Bedroom; Recreation Rooms; Kids' Spaces; Laundry; Workshop; Home Office; Garage & Shed. Written specifically for do-it-yourselfers, the book features large idea photos presented in case-study fashion. You'll learn all the background information needed to plan a DIY approach to each idea. In addition to these inspirational photos and the practical case study text, the book is filled with side bars, charts, and DIY tips that make it truly useful.
Complete planning & remodeling information for both attics and basements Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements is the perfect book for homeowners who need more living space but aren't able or willing to move to a larger home or build an expensive room addition. More than 75% of homes have unfinished space in an attic or basement, just waiting for a creative touch, and this book will show readers how to convert that territory into practical living space. Armed with this book, homeowners will be able to add a bedroom, bathroom, recreation room, or home office without changing the basic blueprint of the home.
New help for new homeowners Homeowners who are ready to remodel, just moving in, or ready to tackle their first DIY repair will find Black & Decker The Complete Photo Guide for New Homeowners indispensable. Filled with easy-to-follow projects for all of the most common repairs and installations homeowners confront, this is the essential guide for readers with little to no do-it-yourself experience. This book is carefully tailored for the needs of homeowners new to the art of home repair and maintenance. Each section includes an overview of the topic; including information on common tools and materials, overall house systems, and how to evaluate different situations. Then specific projects start with a list of common terms and a photographed list of the tools and materials needed for the project at hand. Detailed, step-by-step photo instructions follow.
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