DIY

The Deck Building Guide is a fully illustrated complete deck construction reference guide based on the 2006 IRC code. It is a perfect job site resource for both the experienced contractor or the Do-It-Yourself Builder.

The advice you need for a long-lasting and natural cladding for your building.

The physical properties of density and strength of concrete are determined, in part, by the proportions of the three key ingredients, water, cement, and aggregate. You have your choice of proportioning ingredients by volume or by weight. Proportionin...

A 15-article collection covering deck-building basics and beyond. How-to advice, selecting materials, and advanced strategies.

An Expert Guide to Developing More-Durable and Cost-Effective Asphalt Pavements Written by distinguished experts from countries around the world, Modeling of Asphalt Concrete presents in-depth coverage of the current materials, methods, and models us...

Part P of the new building regulations could involve a check on any additional circuitry by qualified electricians when you sell your home. This can affect your sale, you could be breaking the law and your house insurance may not be valid. Please be ...

Now that you have the conceptual design for your deck, and you plan on doing this on your own, it is time to develop the structural elements and material specifications. No matter if you complete the project yourself or hire a contractor, this exerci...

Fix the crack in your concrete garage or basement floor yourself by following these step-by-step directions.

Here are tips and general instructions on installing ceiling tiles. They can help you save time and effort once you begin the job.

The purpose of this book, entitled Face Analysis, Modeling and Recognition Systems is to provide a concise and comprehensive coverage of artificial face recognition domain across four major areas of interest: bio-metrics, robotics, image databases an...

Faucets manufactured without benefit of state-of-the-art technology are not immune from leakage, but making repairs is usually an easy task. You can use information in this booklet as a guide to repair.

Do you need a simple, yet attractive way to move about your yard or garden? Stepping stones create a very natural looking walkway through a garden or to the front door of your home. There are a multitude of materials that can be used as stepping ston...

Various types of ladders are available. When considering buying or hiring a ladder, look at the choice available and decide what kind you need for the work you are going to use it for. For occasional work it will be cheaper to hire what you want when...

Painting is a cheap and easy way to give your home a new look. To get the best results when painting, choose good materials and equipment; keep brushes and other tools clean and in good condition. Never skimp on preparation work or you'll be disappoi...

A fireplace is the focal point of a room and there are now so many wonderful surrounds available that you can't fail to create an eye-catching feature. Even if you don't like an existing fireplace surround, someone else may do; so remove it carefully...