"The best DIY series from the brand you trust"--Cover

Introduction -- Basements -- Windows + doors -- Floors -- Walls + ceilings -- Paint + trim -- Cabinets + counters -- HVAC + appliances -- Wiring -- Plumbing -- Easy upgrades -- Exterior repairs

The most complete book on the market for homeowners, BLACK+DECKER The Book of Home How-To is written and compiled by the knowledgeable editors at Cool Springs Press -- recognized experts in DIY home improvement and maintenance with more than thirty years of experience in home improvement and hundreds of best-selling books under the BLACK+DECKER brand -- this is DIY instruction you can trust. This updated 3rd edition, the ultimate reference for maintaining any type of home, from a small apartment to a mega mansion, is now completely up to code -- featuring code updates and current best practices for all electrical, plumbing, and deck-related concerns. This A-to-Z encyclopedia offers precise how-to instructions and clear photos on every page. With an expanded index that is incredibly intuitive and a simple, alphabetical strategy for organizing the information, you won't spend precious time wading through stuff you don't need to know

Includes index

First published in 2014 by Cool Springs Press, an imprint of the Quarto Group, Beverly, MA, USA