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To add character and beauty to a home and still be practical, installing trim is one of the most effective and simple methods. It can conceal and seal gaps around doors, windows, floors, and ceilings while providing visual interest and shadow lines to otherwise bland items. Use it to draw attention to design elements such as a high ceiling or to serve as a transition between varied materials.
Skilled trim carpenters know how to make the most of this useful form of woodwork, so things fit perfectly on walls—even ones that aren’t plumb or level—the walls most people have in reality. Luckily, anyone can learn the pros’ secrets to obtaining that elusive perfect fit, thanks to Popular Mechanics and Rick Peters. Popular Mechanics covers everything: the equipment needed and how to use it; window and door casings; baseboards; all types of molding (including the always-challenging crown molding); wainscoting; and architectural trim like gingerbread. There are even insider tips on decorative molding, including how to dress up a plain door so it looks like it has raised panels. For owners wanting to add trim to their home, this book is the most valuable tool of all! ...
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With expert advice, color photos, drawings, and exploded diagrams, Popular Mechanics reveals exactly what the endlessly versatile and extremely popular scroll saw can do. By first explaining how the scroll saw works, then offering basic techniques, and finally presenting simple projects, this invaluable manual provides an education that woodworkers can draw on for years to come. Everything about this must-have tool is covered: cutting wood to precise dimension, enlarging and reducing patterns, pattern and template placement, inside and outside cuts, and advanced techniques, such as bevel and compound sawing. There's even a visual "anatomy" of available scroll saws, along with guidance on maintenance and troubleshooting. The great projects include a potpourri box, collapsible basket, plate holder and compound-cut chess set.
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Woodworkers trust Popular Mechanics to give them the information they need—and the Workshop series, written by respected DIY author Rick Peters, has proven especially invaluable. Each title covers a single tool in depth, with hundreds of photos, detailed instructions, charts, and sidebars. This new entry covers every aspect of the always practical band saw, from choosing the right one (be it portable or bench-top, open or closed base) to basic and advanced techniques. Find out about its capabilities, different motors, and useful accessories, as well as how to make a variety of simple and compound cuts. See how to construct shop-made jigs and fixtures, and maintain the saw for long life. Beautiful projects include a dovetailed stool, cabriole leg table, and herringbone jewelry. ...
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Trimming is more than just applied ornamentation: it covers up flaws, conceals gaps, creates airtight seals, and even defines the style of a house. That’s why it’s so important—and this conveniently-sized, colorful, and information-crammed fourth book in Rick Peters’s popular series helps homeowners get the know-how they need. With 325 technique photos and 75 illustrations, Peters guides novices through the tools and materials, trim styles, typical installments, and vast array of materials, parts, and products on the market. A section on projects works from the ground up, from building floor baseboards to wall frames and wainscoting, from ceiling molding and medallions to window and door details. Coverage of troubleshooting and repair shows how to diagnose and solve common problems. ...
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The latest entry into the Home How-to Handbook series by esteemed do-it-yourself author Rick Peters covers one of the most versatile and useful materials for home remodeling: tile. With the practical advice provided here, anyone can begin laying tile like a pro in no time and produce a basic ceramic tile bathroom floor or a spectacular tiled countertop mosaic. There are instructions on laying backer board, cutting tiles with hand tools and power saws, shaping graceful curves, sealing fresh tile, and using various types of grout for maximum visual impact. Existing tile and grout replacement and repair are also featured, including smart ways to replace a damaged tile without replacing a whole wall and ideas for revitalizing stained grout. ...
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It’s important to know how to take care of electrical problems in the home, and this manual explains everything from basics to projects to troubleshooting. Find out the fundamentals of electricity, including power distribution and branch circuits, and examine a blueprint of standard house wiring. See which tools and materials are required to do the standard jobs. Get the know-how to prepare, route, and secure wire and cable; to work with conduits and boxes; and to identify bad subpanels, switches, and receptacles. The practical projects include installing recessed lighting and fans; wiring a garage; and networking computers. ...
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The Popular Mechanics MoneySmart Makeovers series has helped thousands redo their kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms. This inspiring volume, which comes from one of the most trusted experts in the do-it-yourself field, steps outside with authentic makeovers that anyone can accomplish. After discussing in detail all the basics that go into constructing a good porch, deck, or patio, Rick Peters gets to work and remodels one of each, three times—economy, mid-range, and high-range—to demonstrate what you can achieve on a real-world budget. While there are beautiful shots to inspire you to try your own makeover, these are not studio set-ups: every project was designed and carried out on an actual family’s home.
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Anyone who’s 50 or older should have this intelligently conceived, wonderfully illustrated, room-by-room guide. With advice on everything from creating multilevel countertops to installing grab bars in the bathroom, it explains how to make your beloved house safe, easy to navigate, and conducive to independent living, as you or your parents get older. Three sections help you plan for any necessary remodeling, present makeover examples for every room, and lay out projects with instructions. Some of the alterations are do-it-yourself; others may require a professional. More complicated tasks receive especially detailed discussions that clarify exactly what the job entails, how long it should take, and what it typically costs. ...
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