The Family Handyman Helpful Hints: Quick and Easy Solutions, Timesaving Tips, Tricks of the TradeThis is a do-it-yourself guide with a difference. Unlike most how-to manuals, it doesn't set out to show you how to carry out complex projects. Rather, it has something different to offer. Within its pages are thousands of nuggets of information that make up a treasure trove of hints, tips, and tricks of the trade. These will make your do-it-yourself jobs easier and faster and will save you time, money, effort and grief. |
Contents
BASIC TOOLS | 9 |
Keeping tools sharp | 22 |
Layout tools | 35 |
ORGANIZATION | 48 |
Shop cleanup | 62 |
Routing | 78 |
Metalworking | 94 |
Bathrooms | 110 |
Varnishing and staining furniture | 246 |
Appliance repair tips | 252 |
Dishwashers and ranges | 258 |
Planting a garden | 265 |
Easier gardening | 272 |
Yard and garden tools | 280 |
Building and repairing fences | 286 |
Repairing masonry and concrete | 292 |
Sports equipment | 123 |
Wall paneling | 136 |
Weatherproofing | 150 |
CHAPTER 6 | 166 |
Painting walls and ceilings | 179 |
Hanging wallcoverings | 192 |
CHAPTER 7 | 198 |
Working with wiring | 204 |
Lowvoltage and fluorescents | 210 |
Tubs showers and more faucets | 216 |
Thermostats | 222 |
Burners 228 | 230 |
Fixing furniture surfaces | 238 |
CHAPTER 10 | 298 |
Cooling and exhaust systems | 304 |
Wheels and brakes | 310 |
Keeping up appearances | 316 |
Garage | 322 |
Childproofing your home | 328 |
Container gardening | 334 |
Sports equipment | 340 |
Household moving | 346 |
Recycling directory | 354 |
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Common terms and phrases
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