Home & DIY 3-Book Collection (Paperback)

Make Your Home: 75 Decor & Lifestyle Projects
The authors love taking everyday items and giving them a twist. Upcycling and repurposing are key terms in their design lexicon. As they say: “Trends come and go, but you have to live in your home, so make it a comfortable space that can grow and change with you.” Through their innovative ideas, inspired use of materials and ability to reinvent ordinary objects, the authors present projects suitable for all craft and décor enthusiasts, from beginners to those with more advanced skills. Whether you prefer to tackle projects with a handsaw and cordless drill, craft paper and scissors, or a sewing needle and delicate trim, there is something here for everyone. From storage solutions to paint techniques, through knitted rugs and upholstered seats, to stamped tiles and outdoor seating, there are ideas to brighten and enliven your home and outdoor spaces – all showcased via beautiful photography, concise instructions and an appealing design.

Woodwork Made Easy: A Step-By-Step Guide
Woodwork made easy is a guide that introduces DIY enthusiasts and amateur carpenters to the full range of techniques and equipment required to tackle a wide range of projects. It describes the different types of woods suitable for various uses, and features step-by-step photographs to guide the reader from start to finish. More than a dozen projects are illustrated step-by-step, along with materials lists and suggested tools and equipment for each task. Alternative ideas are also given. Wood is a versatile material which may be used to make a host of items from decorative objects to furniture and outdoor structures. Once you have grasped the basic skills required you will find that it is not a difficult material to work with. A chapter on building procedures is intended for those wishing to tackle more involved projects like garden sheds, outbuildings or even granny flats. Instructions and illustrations guide you through dry wall construction and show how basic doors and windows are fitted and a simple roof erected.

300 Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets For Painting & decorating
This useful compendium is packed with tips, techniques, quick fixes and trade secrets aimed at complete beginners planning their first-ever home makeover. Clear, simple instructions will de-mystify all key aspects, giving you the tools to get the job done quickly and professionally. The book’s focus is on painting and decorating, and includes all aspects of preparation of walls and paintwork, including stripping, sanding, filling and sealing and moving onto pro-standard wallpapering, painting and tiling. Readers will pick up the kind of trade secrets to achieve a really good finish, really fast – avoiding the common pitfalls and mistakes that can often beset the occasional DIYer. With useful lists of the essential tools required for a job, along with fix-it solutions for when things go wrong, 300 Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets for Painting and Decorating is the manual that will make home makeovers as painless as possible.