Do-It-Yourself

The art of caring for the things you love ...Caring for the items you love around the home is easier - and more rewarding - than you think. In his first book, The Repair Shop's resident woodworking expert Will Kirk takes you on a tour of the basics of...

Collins Complete DIY Manual has sold over 3 million copies and is the most comprehensive and authoritative DIY manual ever produced. For novices, DIY enthusiasts or professionals, this essential book continues to be the most in-depth,...

The perfect book for every Hincher getting ready for a spring cleanTHE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE INSTAGRAM SENSATION'Will not only help you transform your home and make it sparkle, but also show you how cleaning can soothe anxiety and...

The Unimat 3 was a well made and enormously popular lathe; when equipped with a range of accessories it is still an excellent machine for smaller modelling and experimental jobs; it will accomplish in miniature what many larger machines are capable of...

'Beautifully photographed spaces, from urban apartments to stately country houses, illustrate the ways paint can change a room's feel, with lots of practical, easy-to-follow tips. If you've ever deliberated between shades of white, or wondered where the...

Start doing your own household repairs and simple renovations without the expense of calling in a professional! If you are frustrated by your own inability to handle a repair, or resentful of having to pay someone to take care of simple home...

At some point a homeowner will be confronted by their plumbing: a dripping tap, a flood of biblical proportions, a freezing cold house, a new dream bathroom or the latest gas bill. This Haynes Manual covers it all and is bang up-to-date, dealing with...

A revised, redesigned and updated edition of the definitive and bestselling woodworker's bible. Authoritative, superbly crafted and easy to use, Collins Complete Woodworker's Manual is the UK bestseller and the one book every woodworker needs...

This no-nonsense guide to choosing and creating the best joint for all purposes features 35 types of joints. It includes detailed advice on the correct tools required for each joint and how to use them. It contains clear colour photographs with all...

'Heartwarming, magical and uplifting'In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. The BBC's BAFTA Award winning The Repair Shop has brought this waste-conscious message to an even wider audience,...

The only pocket guide to the UK building regulations on the market Succinct, portable, reliable guide to UK Building regulations Essential for anyone involved in building works or renovations in the UKAbout the AuthorRay Tricker is a Senior Consultant...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780645277463Author Ted RileyFormat PaperbackPage Count 242Imprint Ted RileyPublisher Ted RileyWeight(grams) 313gDimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 14mm

Architectural solutions & designs to optimize the spaces in your home without spending a fortune.Architect Laura Jane Clark, from the BBC and Netflix smash-hit series Your Home Made Perfect, has spent over 15 years designing, remodelling, and building...

Do you love to knit-and hate to purl? Have you ever started a sweater without enough yarn from the same dye lot to finish it? When you cast on, do you end up with a tail of yarn that's maddeningly too long or too short? Elizabeth Zimmermann comes to the...

Oak-framed Buildings is a practical and inspiring guide to their design and construction, written by expert craftsman Rupert Newman. Oak-framed buildings have been with us for centuries and they are here to stay. They are beautiful, durable and...

This title includes 20 practical projects to create useful items for the home or office, varying in difficulty. It provides expert guidance on construction techniques and the correct use of tools. It also provides advice on personal protection equipment...

THE DEFINITIVE WOOD-CUTTER'S BIBLE - THE BESTSELLING, YEAR-ROUND GUIDE TO CHOPPING, STACKING AND DRYING WOOD "The book has spread like wildfire" Daily Mail"A how-to book with poetry at its heart" T.L.S."A step-by-step guide to preparing your wood store"...

Give Mum the gift of time to unwind with this relaxing activity journal from Mrs HinchTHE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'A must for fans' Mail on Sunday ________________Hello! Mrs Hinch here! Welcome to your very own Hinch activity journal!This little...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781612434889Author Becky LambFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Ulysses PressPublisher Ulysses PressWeight(grams) 340g

UK author Derek Jones shows readers how to make the projects featured in this book using pieces of wood from the scrap pile. Ranging from a simple serving platter to a beautiful bird box, projects are explained in a clear and straightforward way, with...

If I had a hammer: The fun and easy way for do-it-yourselfers to repair home appliances and furniture For anyone who's ever been frustrated by a repair shop rip-off or just wanted to join thousands of others in the DIY craze, How to Fix Everything For...

A practical how-to guide from the author of Mad About the House, the bestselling book and UK's number 1 interiors blog. This dictionary of interior design answers all those questions you were afraid to ask. The book...

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER AND OFFICIAL COMPANION TO THE HIT BBC SERIESBBC's The Repair Shop is a place where Britain's most skilled and caring craftspeople rescue and resurrect items that owners thought were beyond saving. Their shared love of craft...

Master the art of carpentry and create timeless handcrafted pieces with this essential guide to working with wood.Discover key woodworking techniques - from basic to more advanced types of wood joints, finishing, wood turning, and furniture restoration -...

This guide to the basics of plumbing and central heating is designed for complete amateurs, and written by one of the most experienced plumbing tutors in the country.Whether you are attempting projects such as installing a new bathroom or plumbing in a...

Children will adore this magical activity book, filled with fantastical unicorns and delightfully diverse mermaids. Scenes include rainbows in the sky, diving under the sea to gather pearls, meeting a mermaid queen, finding a treasure chest and lots more...

A complete, step-by-step manual for safely sheltering-in-place at home so you are prepared for any disaster or disease.If a disaster forces you to shelter in place, do you think you have everything you need to safely and comfortably stay put in your...

Wiring and Lighting provides a comprehensive guide to DIY wiring around the home. It sets out the regulations and legal requirements surrounding electrical installation work, giving clear guidelines that will enable the reader to understand what...

Inspired by radical Italian designer Enzo Mari, this practical book with step-by-step DIY projects for hand built, beautiful furniture is a tribute to his simple ideas that challenged the consumerism of the furniture industry.Many interpreted Enzo Mari's...

A powerful and potent look at the destruction humans wreak upon the Amazon rainforest, by the bestselling author of Young Bond. Carlos's mother works for IBAMA, Brazil's Environmental Authority. As head of a specially trained task force, her...

Discover the potential of rediscovered wood! Start making useful products for your home and neighborhood out of reclaimed shipping pallets. Wood Pallet DIY Projects shows how to upcycle salvaged skids to create beautiful one-of-a-kind projects. Twenty...

The definitive, easy-to-follow guide to plumbing and heating repairs in your home. An extension of the international bestselling Collins Complete DIY Manual, this brand-new edition is packed with user-friendly photos and is fully updated with...

This book includes delightful decorations and gifts to make with your scroll saw. It features fretwork, compound-cuts, intarsia and inlay projects for ornaments, wreaths, Santas and more. It comes with step-by-step instructions and colour photos. Create...

Get organised in 2022 with Mary Berry's essential household tips that will make home your true happy place'Practical AND beautiful' Graham Norton, BBC Radio 2________'This book is a collection of skills I've learned for running a home. Gleaned from years...

Featuring each piece in highly-detailed, exploded drawings and applying time-honoured dimensions and ergonomic standards, this comprehensive visual sourcebook takes the guesswork out of furniture joinery, assembly, dimension and style. Woodworkers of any...

Outdoor Woodworkings an impressive new title containing a collection of projects, all ideal for the garden, patio or deck. There are some projects ideal for those just starting out in woodworking and others that will challenge even the experienced...

Woodworkers can display their craftsmanship while harnessing the potential of their most important tools with these 26 ingenious projects selected from the pages of "Woodworker's Journal", America's woodworking authority. Like all Woodworker's Journal...

Supplemented with clear workshop photography, each insightful pointer has been workplace-tested by the editors. Sharpen your woodworking skills for drilling, sawing, routing, clamping, gluing, joinery, finishing and much more.Avoid common pitfalls and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781950934003Author Jim HarroldFormat PaperbackPage Count 198Imprint Cedar Lane PressPublisher Cedar Lane Press

If fear of the unknown is all that is preventing you from embarking on the satisfying hobby of model engineering, then this is the book that will banish your concerns. Author Harold Hall has established his reputation as a mentor to tyro model engineers...