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Big Book of Home How-To (Better Homes & Gardens) [Bargain Price] [Paperback]

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Book Description

Series: Better Homes & Gardens | Publication Date: January 10, 2006

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.

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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.

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Product Details

Paperback: 928 pages
Publisher: Better Homes and Gardens (January 10, 2006)
ISBN-10: 0696221802
ASIN: B001IDZJ9K
Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.1 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #886,370 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good!, March 9, 2004

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This review is from: Big Book of Home How-To (Better Homes & Gardens) (Hardcover)

A superb book! (And a heavy one!) Tons of practical advice, very detailed and good illustrated. Highly recommended for the home owners (especially the new ones, like me) who are ready for do-it-yourself projects but don't know the how-to's.

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5.0 out of 5 stars simple, easy to follow steps, March 20, 2006

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A novice can take this book and follow the steps in it to complete repairs, remodeling, or upgrades. I originally borrowed it from the library and then decided I HAD to own it.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Beginner's How-To Guide, March 17, 2009

Ashanti Marzella (Richmond, VA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Better Homes and Gardens Big Book of Home How-To (Better Homes & Gardens Do It Yourself) (Paperback)

Do you follow instructions easily? Then this Do-It-All manual is for you. I was looking for some insight on fixing small things around the house, like replacing my ceiling fans and installing new cabinents. This book covers all that, plus more. Plus, there are in-depth reviews of the basic mechanics of nearly all parts of your home; plumbing, electricity, masonry...it teaches you step by step the basic carpentry skills you need to be sucessful in any project around the house. I highly recommend it. I'm a woman who has always been great with her hands...and just needed a guide. With this book, I'll be the Mr. Fix-It in our house. :)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good but missing something
I have looked through the book in a general fashion, and I thought it was average at best. I can imagine it is hard to write these types of books... Read more

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4.0 out of 5 stars GREAT BOOK
I love this book, I learned so much out of it over the time I had it now and have jumped at projects that other way I propably would have never tackled. Read more

Published 5 months ago by Anja Mizner

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
For a first time home owner, this book has a wealth of information. I've put up an entire brand new room just by following the steps in the book. Read more

Published 5 months ago by Joseph Marques

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for homeowners!!!
I bought these books for my new homeowners, I am a builder, and new buyers seem not to know how to do a thing, this book is fab!! No more excuses!

Published on December 15, 2009 by D. Pray

1.0 out of 5 stars SAVE YOUR MONEY
This book was awful, if your considering purchasing this I suggest you find it in the library and take a quick look first.

Published on April 27, 2009 by D. J. Hart

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Ever
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Published on January 26, 2009 by R. C. PLEGER

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Easy to Use
This book has clear illustrations go to along with their directions for basic home improvement and repair needs. Read more

Published on June 14, 2008 by Mom and Engineer

4.0 out of 5 stars Bought as a gift
Bought this item as a gift for my BF after researching a lot of home improvement books and it was a winner. Read more

Published on January 13, 2008 by J. Longobardi

5.0 out of 5 stars Good resource.
This was purchased as a gift but looking through the book, it seems it will be helpful for the new do-it-your-selfer.

Published on January 12, 2008 by Joan M. Hoffman

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
The book is great...easy to follow...tells you everything you need to know about anything regarding the home. My husband loved it!!!

Published on September 26, 2007 by SusieQ

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