Big Book of Home How-To

by Larry Erickson (Editor)

Must-have resource and incredible value—the largest do-it-yourself home improvement book on the market, now available in a tradepaper format. Innovative layout appeals to readers of all skill levels by allowing them to either follow more than 200 step-by-step projects or look up specific techniques. Fix it, build it, paint it with confidence—thorough instructions and detailed illustrations guide homeowners effortlessly through even the most complex projects. Based on a reader-tested and time-proven Better Homes and Gardens "Step-by-Step" series. More than 4,000 full-color, step-by-step illustrations. Priceless knowledge for every homeowner—valuable expert advice on buying and using the right tools, selecting building materials, keeping projects safe, and much more.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Home Improvement

928 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Clifford · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best thing about this book is the sheer amount of information it includes. Step-by-spet guides for practically anything you will need to do in your house.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an extremely handy book and by no means "pocket sized." It has some very helpful illustrations and tips. I could have used this book years ago because I have an 82-year-old house. It always seems that you start one project, then, once you open a wall, it turns into another. There's a lot of things that look like fun. For example, there ar basic plans for building a planter bench and making an Adirondack chair.

[Ksenija]

I bought this book five years ago and never dreamed that I'd do some of the projects in it-- like drywalling, or plumbing stuff. But it's immensely helpful for all of my projects on my little Cape Cod cottage. I find that it's often better than the internet because you are not overwhelmed with information-- it's just clear, concise, and very thorough.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

We made some of the benches form this book..they came out awesome! This book also came in very handy when redo the kitchen as well, used the plumbing, the electrical and the carpentry for the book!

[Caitlyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent reference for the handy homemaker.