Weekend Projects Around the House, Vol. 1

Looking to make high-impact home improvements, but don't have a lot of time? No problem. Weekend Projects Around the House will equip you with the how-to - and encouragement - to tackle 10 high-quality projects that will leave your home a more attractive, comfortable, valuable place... and you'll feel terrific come Monday morning!

Step-by-step instructions and expert advice smooth the way in adding a pedestal sink, installing beadboard wainscot, or building a fireplace mantel. And luckily, each of these great projects is geared to be completed within a weekend or two. From choosing and using the right tools to putting on the finishing touches...

The experts will be at your side but the sense of accomplishment will be all yours!

124 pages with full-color photos

10 approachable, immensely rewarding and nearly instantly gratifying home improvement projects - carpentry, painting, plumbing, lighting and out-of-doors

All projects can be completed in a weekend or two (we'll flag steps in the process where you can comfortably stop and resume later - you set the pace)

Each project presented by an expert in the field

Nothing left to chance! Complete supply lists with buying guidance, tool choice and usage pointers, step-by-step lessons to bring your skills up to speed quickly and confidently

Special columns of special help, like "Shop Talk's" invaluable advice on setting up a weekend work station