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Collins Complete DIY Manual [Hardcover]

Albert Jackson (Author), David Day (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)

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Book Description

Publication Date: 2 April 2001

The first completely revised, redesigned and updated edition of the international bestseller, this is the most comprehensive and authoritative DIY manual around.

This is the first completely revised and updated version of the international bestseller that has sold over 1.6 million copies worldwide. It is the most comprehensive DIY book on the market and is a must-have for anyone interested in DIY – whether a first time home owner, a DIY enthusiast or a professional. From decorating to repairs to electricity and plumbing and more, the Collins Complete DIY Manual covers it all.

This new, revised edition has been extensively rewritten, and contains new photographs and illustrations, bringing the book completely up-to-date. Including all the modern products and techniques that have been developed since the last edition, with new sections on loft conversions, energy conservation, self-build and green living, this new edition proves that the Collins Complete DIY Manual continues to be the most useful, easy to follow and comprehensive DIY book on the market.

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  • Hardcover: 552 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins, London; Revised edition edition (2 April 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0004141016
  • ISBN-13: 978-0004141015
  • Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 23 x 4.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 48,991 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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“A book that does exactly what it says on the tin.”
- Sarah Vine, The Times

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The most comprehensive and up-to-date DIY guide available
An international bestseller, the Collins Complete DIY Manual has always been the trusted reference for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. Comprehensive and authoritative, it covers all aspects of home improvement with more depth and clarity than any other book on the market. This completely revised and updated edition has been extensively rewritten and features many new photographs and illustrations. It covers all the latest DIY products and techniques, and addresses recent issues such as CCTV installation and underfloor heating.

Whether you need to fix a leaking tap or knock down a wall, paint a ceiling or instal double-glazing, this book provides all the necessary information to get the job done.

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57 of 57 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This is IT !! , Look no further 3 Oct 2005
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This book is really GREAT. I always have it handy and it has helped me in almost everything I've done. As a new house owner (and previous computer engineer) I have managed to do roofs, a terrace, plumbing, walls, electric stuff, windows, floors and just about everything with just the help of this book. It's comprehensive, it's detailed enough, nice step by step instructions and good tips.
I bought the B&B book at the same time and foor a while used and compared both. B&B is also good, but this is the BEST.
Thank you Albert Jackson and David Day.

The only thing, it leans towards stone houses. Living in an old wooden house, I do sometimes need a Finnish book on wooden houses. But rarely, and some basic stuff is still covered in the Collins Manual.

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57 of 57 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent 1 Nov 2002
By Tom Douglas TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover
Im not an idiot but I do need a lot of guidance with DIY. At times its a very subtle distinction, but it is a real one.

This book recognises that fact, and acts as a very patient tutor, and avoids being too basic to be useful.

There are many many good points about this book, but the one that really makes it for me is the pictures. Lots and lots of pictures. When reading just text I get lost quickly. Pictures keep me on track.

Easily worth double the money.

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115 of 117 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars DIY-tastic! 3 Feb 2004
By Emily
Format:Hardcover
We have just bought our first house - a lovely Victorian terrace. It is structurally sound, but needs a bit of love and attention. Me and my man have absolutely no DIY skills or knowledge what so ever, so thought it best to get a book so we could learn the basics. Having read all the recommendations for this book on Amazon, I bought it and haven't been able to put it down since! This book covers the basic repairs to large structural and construction projects, plumbing, electrics, plastering, gardening as well as interior design ideas and suggestions. The information and help in this book is detailed, comprehensive and easy to follow. I am really looking forward to the weekend so I can get my tool kit out and have a go!! This book gives you the confidence to tackle jobs and projects that you might normally pay someone to do, and more importantly gives you the ability to understand the workings of your home. This is a brilliant book that I would highly recommend to novices and experts alike.
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5.0 out of 5 stars collins complete diy
this is a really handy book to have on your bookshelf, we have referred to it several times already. an excellent purchase
Published 3 months ago by shirley barfield
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
I had this from new but had got water damaged so this replacement is a great addition to anyone's library collection.
Published 3 months ago by R. Blackburn
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Whilst being very good, a veritable 4 starness of goodness, I must question the 'completeness' of it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by bryn
5.0 out of 5 stars Great and helpful
It worth the money that I paid. The sellers were really careful and the book came in very good shape.
Published 17 months ago by Cannavan
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
We completely renovated our first house using this guide. Everything you could reasonably want to do is covered in clear concise steps that instill confidence and give a good... Read more
Published on 12 May 2011 by Tester
3.0 out of 5 stars Didn't have the info I needed
I only used this once and it didn't have the information I needed - namely how to prepare already painted woodwork for repainting. Read more
Published on 31 Mar 2011 by M. Readalot
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic.
My husband bought a copy of this book years ago and we still reference it every month or two when working on something. Over the years, he's gotten to be quite handy. Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2011 by Thaumata
5.0 out of 5 stars great helpful
I learned a lot of home improvement from this book.I recommend for everybody

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Published on 9 Aug 2010 by musty
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!
I wouldn't be without this book & refer to it often for electrical work, plumbing & general DIY. I have another similar book which was bought for me as a gift, but the Collins... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2009 by Mr. S. Ive
5.0 out of 5 stars JOHN
Have recently aquired this,and,not being the brightest light in the road,i have found this a GODSEND,Helping me solve,and,do repairs that i had no idea of how to get going on. Read more
Published on 30 Mar 2009 by J. Burnham
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