Trim Made Simple: A Book and Step-by-Step Companion DVD [Audiobook] [Paperback]

Gary Katz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2009 | Series: Made Simple

Watch. Learn. Build. Thats the motto behind Tauntons Made Simple Series.Each DVD-book companion set shows the average homeowner how to get the job done right the first time. In Trim Made Simple, professional finish carpenter, Gary Katz shows on the DVD and in the work-site friendly companion book how to install all types of trim-- door and window casing, baseboard, chair rail, and crown molding. Each process is broken down into series of cant-fail steps. Based on his decades of experience, Katz also explains how to avoid pitfalls and what to do when things go wrong. This winning combination of how-to instruction will help any homeowner, no matter what their skill-level, get professional results.

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About the Author

Gary Katz is a finish carpenter and a frequent contributor to Fine Homebuilding magazine and The Journal of Light Construction. In addition, he has produced a series of instructional DVDs, including Mastering Trim Carpentry and Mastering the Miter Saw.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Taunton Press; Pap/DVD edition (January 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1600850545
• ISBN-13: 978-1600850547
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 9.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #498,109 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Starter, June 1, 2010

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Matthew T McDonagh (New Orleans, La) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Trim Made Simple: A Book and Step-by-Step Companion DVD (Paperback)

This book is great for a DIY'er that wants to add or change trim in their home. Some may say that this book is too basic however, even if you have the skills required to install trim, there are many pointers and other advice that Mr. Katz discusses that could benefit someone that has installed trim many times. The pictures are very good, and the book is written in a manner that a novice can understand.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars For the Absolute Beginner, October 25, 2009

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W. Dorland (Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Trim Made Simple: A Book and Step-by-Step Companion DVD (Paperback)

This book would be good for someone installing trim for the first time. It is very basic. The best part of the book and DVD are the tips that Mr. Katz shares on measurement and cutting. I suppose this book is a place to start, but I was disappointed that it didn't show more.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you are doing or planning a remodel you gotta have this book, August 26, 2009

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Michael M. Webb (Alexandria, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Trim Made Simple: A Book and Step-by-Step Companion DVD (Paperback)

This is a great first book if you are doing a remodel in which you will be redoing the inside of your house. Its so simple and provide great advice, with recommendations for homemade jigs and fixtures that will provide you with the best results while saving you money and aggrevation. I am doing a remodel and purchased many store products before buying this book and now I am discarding the store products for the jigs and fixtures from this book. I can't say enough about this book. If you are already experienced then I would recommend bypassing this book and looking for the authors other books that are more advanced. The author is absolutely great.