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PVC downpipesDIY by: Free ebooks
PVC is most common form of down-pipes installed by the home handyman or 'DIYer'. Below are installation instructions for Marley brand down-pipes. You will require a hammer, hacksaw, cloth, ladder or trestles and planks, measuring tape, pencil and rul...
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Flat roof repairsDIY by: Free ebooks
Flat roofs would seem to develop more problems than pitched roofs, but some of the problems could be avoided with a little preventative maintenance which is detailed in this how-to-do booklet.
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Clogged drainsDIY by: Free ebooks
The drainage system in your home has just three parts: traps in the shapes of J, S, P, and drums, and pipes to which the traps connect. This booklet can save you work because from it you usually can determine where the trouble exists.
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Brick walksDIY by: Free ebooks
Read this entire how-to booklet for specific tools and materials not noted in any basics. Brick walkways, properly maintained, add an aesthetic feeling to landscaping like no other building material.
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Adding a socketDIY by: Free ebooks
Very often we find we do not have enough sockets at home. It is not a difficult job to add another but there are certain rules to follow. Part P of the new building regulations could involve a check on any additional circuitry by qualified electricia...
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Construction TermsDIY by: Sanjay Sharma
It is hoped that the book will be quite useful for the student of civil engineering. Suggestion for the improvement of this book are most welcome and would be incorporated in the next edition with a view to make the book more useful.
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Renovating woodDIY by: Free ebooks
Wooden floor, furniture or decorations can be renovated after serving long life. Renovating is well worth your investment, especially when the object is antique. The history and character of the wood are revealed after the cleaning. This booklet wil...
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Modern stainsDIY by: Free ebooks
Stain removal is the process of removing a mark or spot left by one substance on a specific surface like a fabric. A solvent or detergent is generally used to conduct stain removal and many of these are available over the counter. Learn how to remove...
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Greener grassDIY by: Free ebooks
Another how-to-do booklet helping you to look after your lawn - this time with instructions how to make it greener and healthier.
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How to build a shedDIY by: Free ebooks
A very useful handbook on how to build DIY garden shed. Detailed instructions with clear illustrations will help you if you decided to make your own construction.
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About PVC windowsDIY by: Free ebooks
PVC is an excellent, highly insulate material, which benefits from little or no external maintenance. It is readily available and well tested and is usually the lowest cost option of all three materials. It is mainly seen in white but also available ...
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How to hang wallpapersDIY by: Free ebooks
If you decided to re-decorate your house, or just finishing your new apartment, follow this how-to-do instructions when hanging wallpapers - the complete guide to help you step by step.
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Grass carpetingDIY by: Free ebooks
Complete how-to-do guide to help you with grass carpeting - inexpensive and one of the easiest types to carpet your house.
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Fitting a doorDIY by: Free ebooks
The first mistake some people make when hanging a door is to start fitting furniture (handles, hinges etc) before the door is cut to size. Standard door sizes are available to fit most existing frames but houses move. Some older houses will have move...
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Fit a bath and a washbasinDIY by: Free ebooks
Changing your bath and washbasin gives you the ideal opportunity to re-style your whole bathroom. Plan your new installation thoroughly. If you only have one bathroom in the house, the work must be carried out efficiently to minimize the time that th...
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Electric hot waterDIY by: Free ebooks
Electric hot water boilers are about as trouble free as any appliance can get. Hardly anything goes wrong with them. This how-to-do booklet tells you about maintenance and minor repairs and how to replace a hot water boiler.
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Fine finishesDIY by: Free ebooks
Save money and time with help of this how-to-do booklet about two of the most popular finishes for wood - French polish and Decoupage.
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Utility trailerDIY by: Free ebooks
This trailer is designed specifically as a heavy-duty, utility trailer with a low profile bed and options for versatility. The design incorporates strength in the main frame rather than requiring sides – even short sides – to give adequate strength. ...
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All about deckingDIY by: Free ebooks
Decks are a common addition to modern houses and come in a variety of shapes and sizes and construction methods and materials. They can range from a small entry deck to a most elaborate feature deck, and with a little bit of thought and artistic flai...
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Three-way switchesDIY by: Free ebooks
This ebook is one of the many form the complete do it yourself guide. A detailed technical guide on how to deal with three-way switches. With many illustrations and easy to follow instructions.