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“A book that does exactly what it says on the tin” – Sarah Vine, The Times
“For novices and competent DIYers alike, it continues to be the most user-friendly manual for any job from installing a toilet to replacing a tap…A new generation of DIYers may no longer justify space for a weighty book like this on their shelves, but for me at least, it is an essential reference.” – Self Build & Design
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Collins Complete DIY Manual has sold over 3 million copies and is the most comprehensive and authoritative DIY manual ever produced.
For novices, DIY enthusiasts or professionals, this essential book continues to be the most in-depth, up-to-date and user-friendly DIY book on the market, covering everything from decorating and repairs to electricity, plumbing and much more.
This fully updated version features an even more accessible design to help you navigate easily through the info, and thousands of new photographs and illustrations to make sure you get your job done quickly and safely. There have been many changes to regulations in recent years, particularly in electricity (the new Part P legislation and changes to cable colours) – the Manual not only lists but also clearly explains these new regs and helps you work with them.
And as we all become much more conscious of the environmental impact our homes have, new material on energy-saving DIY is essential reading for any householder – saving you money too in the process.
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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I bought my first copy of this book/manual over 15 years ago and decided to update it to the newest version and was not disappointed. This manual covers everything that the p/t or serious DIY person needs to know. I have found it especially useful in areas such as wallpapering, electrics, damp/condensation and plumbing. It has saved me thousands of pounds over the years. The book itself has not changed much - in fact it uses some of the original pictures still but the layout is updated as are some of the building regulations and it includes more energy efficient sections and information about energy-efficiency labelling as well as a section on solar heating! It has many useful tips and even a section on tools and what they are for and how to use them correctly. The section on electricity, for example, explains how to measure electricity (Amps x Volts = Watts) which is useful when doing re-wiring or adding to a circuit so that you do not overload it! It even tells you about the "zones" in a bathroom where only certain electrical appliances and cables can be installed - a great way to be prepared for any builders doing any work and making sure that they are being compliant. I cannot over-emphasise how good this book is and would highly recommend it.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I found this book really helpful. The pictures guide you through tasks clearly with concise and helpful text. I feel confident to tackle more DIY jobs around the house while having a better idea of when to get the professionals in.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I got a suprised when I opened the Amazon package for this book - I thought this would be a smallish paperback with black-and-white diagrams. Scroll back up and look at the description! 550 pages, hardback, packed with colour diagrams. There seems to be topic after topic on all kinds of subjects I would not have expected, from complying with building regulations to pest control to soundproofing. This book is excellent value for money!
*cough* Yet to fix anything though ;)
*cough* Yet to fix anything though ;)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
good for most diy
covers most jobs but dosn't go deep enough into some things. Good for the price but perhaps I should have gone for a more expensive book.
Published 1 day ago by Jaysee
I would say it was fairly complete.
Just wish that the people that had this house before me had owned this book! I now realise how much needs doing, how it should be done(properly) and that some of the jobs in the... Read more
Published 26 days ago by Steve B
COLLINS D.I.Y MANUAL
This is a christmas present but I feel sure the person that receives this will be very happy. Its at the top of his wish list.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Published 5 months ago by M.B. Suffolk
brill
I bought this updated version for my husband and he loves it(he is doing up a house at the moment and its coming in really handy). Read more
Published 5 months ago by kaisbow
Great DIY Book
Purchased this DIY Book as a present, I had a real hard job to tear it away from my husband, it was not his gift. Read more
Published 6 months ago by roxy
collins diy
brilliant book with everything you will need when doing any DIy ,great for beginners or just to check up how certain jobs can be done safely and with the best tools
Published 7 months ago by debbbie
all you need to know about diy
a large hardback book with very comprehensive instruction on all manner or diy arrived prompty well packed good price would recommend easy to read and understand.
Published 8 months ago by D. Goodall
Very Good Value for Money
This is the very latest edition of the Collins Complete DIY Manual and was approximately £10 cheaper than in the high street shops. Was delivered double quick too. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Hazyhaze
Great book and really useful as a reference
This is an excellent book which is really useful for almost any DIY task you can think of. Occasionally it can be brief on some topics but I suppose it would not be as readable if... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Craig F. Connor
A Gem Of A Book
Jammed Packed With Ideas To Solve The Most Simplist of Problems To The More Experienced DIY Person. A Must For Any New Beginner In The World Of DIY. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mrs Ashdown-Ford
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