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If you have the proper tools, you have a much better chance of getting every home improvement job done right. With this essential guide by tool expert Sandor Nagyszalanczy, homeowners can find out exactly what tool they need, how to ask for it at the hardware store — and how to use it when they get home. The Homeowner's Ultimate Tool Guide features 14 tool kits — including suggestions for plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and car repair. It offers professional advice on how to choose tools and how to use them for better results, features over 400 color photos, and is an invaluable reference for any homeowner — especially those who are assembling tool kits for the first time.

* Discover a world of virtual possibilities with the home renovation tools --create bathrooms, master bedrooms, dining areas, all with a mouse click * Design a vibrant new look for your home before doing any work -- import photos of your home's interiors and work with them digitally * More than 10,000 images of furniture, appliances, and housewares -- just pick what you like and add it * Experiment with wallpaper and wall colors to bring out your sense of design

* World's First Oscillating Tool * Quick Change MultiMaster System * High Powered 250 Watt Motor * Ergonomic and low vibration machine * Durable design made to last

* Includes: 1 FMM 250Q Quick change tool with variable speed in a plastic carrying case * 1 Universal E-Cut blade, 1 HSS Segmented blade * 1 Rigid Scraper Blade, 1 Carbide Blade, 1 Carbide Rasp * 1 Dust Extraction Kit * 1 Sanding pad and 15 sheets of sand paper, 1 Profile Sanding Kit

Barbara K, an entrepreneur whose company sells home repair and improvement products specifically for women, speaks to readers with an enthusiastic and encouraging tone, as she shows them how to expand their feelings of self-worth by spiffing up their home's walls, floors, windows, lighting, plumbing and yard. Rather than wait for someone else to fix the clogged drain or install the ceiling pot rack, you can do it yourself, the upbeat author insists, pointing out that this approach includes reaping the extra reward of the feeling of achievement that comes from a job well done. The guide covers basic repair and home decorations, from plastering a hole to painting with stencils; from fixing a leaking faucet to replacing a shower head. Each chapter includes step-by-step instructions, with pithy sidebars and "defining moments," where Kavovit explains terms like "corner bead" and "hollow-core doors." The projects are well organized: a list detailing what readers need for each project, including tools and materials, is followed by numbered instructions that take them through the project, clearly stating and repeating important safety information. Kavovit's guide to home repair replaces intimidation with lighthearted empowerment. -- Publisher's Weekly

Many homeowners express a preference for older homes rather than new ones because of the quality of the craftsmanship, the architectural elements, the character of the home, and the solidness of the structure. Houses can be changed - they can be made bigger or smaller according to your desires. Remodeling your home can make it come alive, fix its flaws, and enhance its interior. However, renovating can be time consuming, expensive, nerve-racking, and messy. The Complete Guide to Renovating Older Homes will help you overcome these challenges. In this new book, you will learn how to estimate costs and how to create a budget. You will learn how to select and install cabinets, countertops, flooring, sinks, faucets, appliances, bath tubs, showers, and toilets. You will learn about the unique challenges of small and large bathrooms, home offices, and home theaters. You will also learn how to overcome the challenges associated with water, foundation, cracks, lead, electricity, asbestos, windows, tanks, wells, and cesspools. Additionally, you will be presented with ideas for renovating your family room, bedrooms, attic, basement, kitchen, and bathroom, as well as a variety of floor plans. You will learn about unique architectural elements, closets, and the tools you will need. Furthermore, you will be provided with step-by-step instructions for some of the most common projects, including installing drywall, upgrading windows and doors, and installing flooring. Also included is a section on exterior renovations, which contains information on windows, skylights, finish materials, garage doors, sunrooms, porches, decks, and pools. The Complete Guide to Renovating Older Homes will inspire you to create the home of your dreams and will help save you thousands of dollars while doing so. Whether you are attempting your first renovation project or are a seasoned pro, you will be sure to find numerous tips and suggestions in this book, making it an indispensable companion for any homeowner with a project or two in mind.

* 79 rugged tools that meet or exceed critical ANSI standards and come in their own box * Tools are constructed of 45C carbon steel or chrome vanadium steel, heat-treated and chrome-plated * Tool handles are made of double-dipped plastics * These tools come in a sturdy blow molded case * 13 by 11 by 3-inches; kit weighs 7.3 pounds shipped; limited lifetime warranty

* Set packaged in blow molded case for easy tool storage. * Tools meet or exceed ANSI specs * Hex key sets come in durable caddies to keep keys organized, one for SAE keys and a separate one for metric * Full polish ratchet and sockets for easy cleaning * Limited Lifetime Warranty

* Heat Treated for strength * Chrome plated to resist corrosion * Includes sturdy blow molded case * Pink tools are useful as well as good looking * Tested against industry standards for hardness, torque, finish and usability