Ortho's All about Roofing and Siding Basics


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Bring the beauty, durability, and fashion of tile to your home. With the help of this book you can tile floors, walls, countertops, and other surfaces yourself. You will learn about the variety of tile available, along with advice about laying out attractive tile patterns. The complete guide also shows you how to prepare the surface for tiling, install the tile, grout it, and maintain tiled surfaces.




Ortho's All about Additions


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This book guides you through the entire project, from estimating costs and digging the hole for the foundation to installing the final trim and moldings.




Ortho's Basic Home Building


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Presents the steps of building a new house. Covers tools, materials, and techniques.




Masonry Basics


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Thorough expert descriptions of successsful techniques for creating patios, walls and paths of brick, block, stone and concrete.




Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Roofing & Siding


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DIVThe Complete Guide to Roofing & Siding covers all traditional materials, from wood lap siding, brick, concrete block, stucco, stone veneer, and wooden shakes to vinyl, raised-ridge metal roofing, and fiber/cement lap siding. Less traditional roof-covering materials, such as EPDM rubber, architectural shingles, and fully bonded selvage edge and metal shingles are also featured with clear how-to photos and instructions. In addition to complete installation information, the book includes comprehensive methods for repairing problems with existing surfaces, as well as routine finishing and refinishing information./div




Basic Remodeling Techniques


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This comprehensive guide covers financing through to design and construction. Whether you're installing a skylight or remodeling your entire house, this helpful, lavishly illustrated book gives you step-by-step instructions that make each task clear and easy to follow. Save money with good design, solid plans, and sound, professional remodelling techniques.




Roofs & Sidings


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Guide to home roof and siding that includes information on choosing materials, coordinating different styles and colors, and installation.




Ortho's All about Fences and Gates


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Designed for budget smart "do-it-yourselfers", the "Ortho All About" series features detailed step-by-step instructions with lots of illustrations to ensure success. The professionals at Ortho make it easy to complete even the most daunting projects. Dozens of photos.




Books In Print 2004-2005


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All about Basic Home Repairs


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