The Complete Photo Guide to Home
Repair - Deluxe Edition
Complete and
Useful Guide to Home Repairs for Homeowners
Black &
Decker
The new edition of a home repair classic.
The most
up-to-date, complete, and useful guide to home repair a homeowner
can have.
With
more than 350 projects and 2300 photos,
virtually every home repair challenge is covered. New in this major
revision to an all-time classic best-seller are important chapters
on: choosing and using hand and power tools; diagnosing and
correcting home safety and health problems; and creating and
maintaining a home workshop.
Among dozens of exciting and useful new
projects in this edition, you'll find: - Using electronic laser
levels and measuring tools- Installing a floating-plank laminate
floor- Replacing an old ceramic tile floor- Replacing old windows
with vinyl-insert windows units- Installing a new storm door to
protect your home from the elements- Replacing an old basement
window with a secure glass block window- Installing a keyless
electronic entry pad lock for key-free home security- Installing a
wireless security system, complete with window and door alarms and
video cameras- Testing for radon, carbon monoxide, asbestos, and
lead paint; and evaluating home water quality- Combating mold and
allergens in the home- Protecting children by childproofing storage
areas, workshops and other hazardous areas
More than 300 new photos.
Information on how to choose and use the
latest hand and power tools.
Updated to reflect the latest building code
changes.
Shows how to test for radon, lead, asbestos
and water contaminants.
Workshop section includes helpful reference
tables and charts for hardware, lumber, and other building
materials.
Includes helpful building projects for
workshops, including building utility shelves, workbenches, and
sawhorses.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Tools Hand & Power Tools
Bench Tools
Specialty Tools
Interior Repairs
Basements Protecting Walls & Floors
Preventing Dampness & Leaks Ceilings & Walls Repairing Plaster
Repairing Wallboard
Restoring Paneling
Restoring Ceramic Tile
Replacing Wall Accessories
Repairing Wall Coverings
Repairing Trim Moldings
Restoring a Ceiling
Reducing Noise Painting Choosing Paint, Tools & Equipment
Preparing to Paint
Applying Primers & Sealers
Using a Paintbrush
Using a Roller
Painting Windows, Doors & Trim
Painting Cabinets
Painting Ceilings & Walls
Cleaning Up Floors Underlayment
Subfloors
Common Floor Coverings
Maintaining & Repairing Vinyl Flooring
Maintaining & Repairing Ceramic Flooring
Maintaining & Repairing Hardwood Flooring
Maintaining & Repairing Carpeting Stairs
Doors
Windows
Insulation & Weatherproofing Improving Insulation
Adding Basement Insulation
Weatherizing the House Cabinets
Countertops
Exterior Repairs
Roofing
Inspecting a Roof
Locating & Repairing Leaks
Repairing & Replacing Flashing
Preparing for a New Roof
Installing a New Roof Fascia & Soffits
Gutters
Chimneys
Walls & Siding Masonry Walls
Stucco Walls
Wood Siding
Manufactured Siding Exterior Painting Preparing to Paint
Applying Paint & Primer Concrete and Asphalt
Pipe and
Fittings Working with Plastic Pipe
Working with Copper Pipe
Using Compression Fittings
Using Flare Fittings
Working with Galvanized Iron Pipe
Working with Cast-iron Pipe Valves
Drains, Traps & Vents Clearing Clogged Tub Drains
Clearing Clogged Sink Drains
Clearing Fixture Drains with a Hand Auger Sinks
Faucets Ball Faucets
Cartridge Faucets
Disc Faucets
Compression Faucets
Fixing Spout & Sprayer Pressure Problems
Replacing a Faucet Tubs, Showers & Whirlpools
Toilets Repairing a Running Toilet
Repairing Pressure-assisted Toilets Food Disposers
Dishwashers
Water Heaters
Water Softeners
Water Pumps
Septic Problems
Heating
Gas Forced-air Systems
Balancing a Forced-air System
Maintaining a Forced-air System
Maintaining a Furnace Humidifier Hot Water & Steam Systems Maintaining Hot Water & Steam Systems
Identifying & Repairing Exhaust Leaks Supplemental Heating Systems Electric Baseboard Heaters
Wall-mounted Electric Heaters
Fireplaces & Wood Stoves Ventilation
Air Conditioning Maintaining Central Air Conditioners & Heat
Pumps
Maintaining a Room Air Conditioner Thermostats
Security, Safety, &
Health Upgrades
Security Lighting
for Security & Safety
Securing Windows
Glass Block Windows
Securing Doors
Door Closers
Garage Door Openers
Repairing a Garage Door Safety Fire Prevention
Fall & Accident Prevention
Handling Hazardous Materials
Childproofing Health Indoor Air Quality
Carbon Monoxide
Radon
Mold
Lead & Asbestos
Arsenic
Water Quality
Workshop Reference
Workshops
Organizing
Working with Materials Reference Charts Metric Conversions Homeowner’s Journal Working with Contractors Maintenance
Schedule
Glossary
Index
Hardcover, 600 Pages,
2500
Photos/Illustrations 10in. x 10in.
Flexibound, 600 pages
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