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The Forgotten Art of Building a Good Fireplace (Paperback, Revised Edition): Vrest Orton The Forgotten Art of Building a Good Fireplace (Paperback, Revised Edition)
Vrest Orton
R345 Discovery Miles 3 450 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Since its original publication in 1969 by Yankee, Inc., Vrest Orton's classic book on fireplace design has gone through numerous printings and has brought about a revival of the Rumford fireplace. The basic principles that Count Rumford set forth in 1795 describe the construction of a large shallow fireplace which does not smoke and which throws out much more heat than many of today's fireplaces which send too much of the heat up the chimney. This new edition contains some practical notes by Wally Leeds, a mason in Tunbridge, Vermont who builds Rumford fireplaces today.

New Home Journal - Record All the Repairs, Upgrades and Home Improvements During Your Years at... (Paperback): Laura Agadoni New Home Journal - Record All the Repairs, Upgrades and Home Improvements During Your Years at... (Paperback)
Laura Agadoni
R415 Discovery Miles 4 150 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A handy, practical resource that makes it easy to keep track of your essential homeowner information for future reference As a home buyers, you have a million things to deal with. Unfortunately, it's all too easy to overlook some. By prompting you with the right questions, providing fill-in-the-blank spots, and addressing everything from foundation to roof, this helpful journal takes the hassle out of organizing your house files. It offers a single, go-to source for recording everything. From up in the attic to down in the basement, this book highlights more than 25 different areas, making it easy to record information about any size or type of home. Each chapter focuses on a separate room and includes prompts like model number and warranty info on appliances, type and color code of paint, and year and make of roofing materials. Also included are handy sidebars with tips, tricks, and reminders for keeping information up to date and performing regular maintenance. Perfect as a housewarming gift or just as a way to stay organized, New Home Journal is a valuable resource for homeowners who want to take care of their home for years to come.

Stuff: Upholstery, Fabric, Frame (Hardcover): Lorraine Osborne Stuff: Upholstery, Fabric, Frame (Hardcover)
Lorraine Osborne
R839 Discovery Miles 8 390 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Top upholsterer Lorraine Osborne guides you in how to unleash creativity and flaunt your style through upholstering old chairs. Far too much furniture is thrown away -- and with it the perfectly good materials and resources it contains that ought to be reused. Its time we changed that. Its not the furniture thats lacking: its our imaginations. Includes how-tos and encouragement for designing your own fabrics. Choosing to reinvent a forgotten chair not only gives it new life, but inspires you to see the new in the old and the fabulous in the drab. All that you need are a few basic upholstery skills, an ability to work three-dimensionally, and an eye for shape and design -- plus your own personal style and a bit of flair. Insider features include ways to calculate quantities of fabric accurately, and 12 of Lorraine's top tips for making your furniture projects amazing.

Sunken Gardens (Paperback): Randall Karen A Sunken Gardens (Paperback)
Randall Karen A
R682 R615 Discovery Miles 6 150 Save R67 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Planted freshwater aquariums combine the DIY aspects of terrariums with a sophisticated palette of gorgeous foliage plants. Sunken Gardens is packed with everything someone new to the hobby needs to know; it details the equipment needed to get started; surveys the best plants for aquascaping; and shows how to design, plant, and maintain an aquascape.

The Easy Life (Hardcover): Lynsey, Queen of Clean The Easy Life (Hardcover)
Lynsey, Queen of Clean 1
R475 R437 Discovery Miles 4 370 Save R38 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

'Helps motivate you even after reading one page' Reader Review, Welcome to The Easy Life, where your kitchen always sparkles, your closet is organised and your to-do list has an end. It sounds almost too good to be true, but TV's Queen of Clean, Lynsey Crombie - mother of three, pet owner, Instagrammer, This Morning cleaning expert and head of her own cleaning business - has all the tips, tricks and routines you need to create a happy and healthy home environment. In her latest book, Lynsey expands on her eco-friendly, tried-and-tested tips for cleaning, while also providing a series of interactive to-do lists, quick cleaning challenges and hacks to take the stress out of managing your home. Organised by season, the book's bright, colourful design aims to make cleaning quick, easy and fun. Whether you're finding you now have time to finally get to all those deep cleaning tasks or that having all your family at home means you need every trick to keep life organised, Lynsey has you covered. What readers are saying about The Easy Life: 'So bright & cheery, as well as being packed FULL of so many hints & tips! Seasonal cleaning starts here' 'Home, Cleaning and Family Life all rolled into one to help achieve the perfect life balance!' 'Packed with amazing cleaning tips and various To Do lists ... very colourful and very enjoyable to read' 'This book is absolutely brilliant, it has everything to keep your home clean and organised throughout the year' 'I like the fact it goes by season so works all year round and has some amazing tips' 'Amazing book! Not just lists to tick, but structure, tips, hints and recipes'

Cast-in-place Concrete Counterts (Hardcover): Tom Ralston Cast-in-place Concrete Counterts (Hardcover)
Tom Ralston
R1,201 R953 Discovery Miles 9 530 Save R248 (21%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Concrete countertops are on the cutting edge of todays interior design and outdoor kitchen trends. Kitchen designers, contractors, architects, and homeowners alike can use this book to learn the detailed process of creating amazing concrete countertops. Here Ralston shows how to plan, execute, and complete a concrete countertop cast-in-place for ease and convenience. This book is a great inspiration for anyone interested in concrete countertop fabrication. Beautiful images of kitchens both indoors and out will inspire you, and step-by-step imagery will walk you through the process of creation.

Working Windows - A Guide To The Repair And Restoration Of Wood Windows (Paperback, Third Edition): Terry Meany Working Windows - A Guide To The Repair And Restoration Of Wood Windows (Paperback, Third Edition)
Terry Meany
R458 Discovery Miles 4 580 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In "Working Windows, 3rd Edition," Terry Meany (aka Mr. Window) explains with detail, humor, and accessibility everything you'll need to know to repair, replace, or restore almost any window--regardless of its age.
Inside you will find:
- detailed instruction for disassembling and repairing various types of wood windows
- repair hints and tricks of the trade you won't find anywhere else
- easy ways to clean and restore original hardware
- safe and efficient methods of stripping, refinishing, and painting
- effective ways to eliminate drafts and rattles
- methods for glass cleaning
- invaluable information on tools and materials and more.
"Working Windows, 3rd Edition" is the only fully illustrated guide to repairing and refinishing every part of an old window, from weather stripping, pulleys, sashes, hopper vents, and casings to old hinges, paint, and glass.
Whether you are a craftsman or a do-it-yourself homeowner, you will find "Working Windows, 3rd Edition" packed with essential advice and instruction to get your windows looking great and operating smoothly.

Renovating Barns, Sheds and Outbuildings (Paperback): Nick Engler Renovating Barns, Sheds and Outbuildings (Paperback)
Nick Engler
R687 R630 Discovery Miles 6 300 Save R57 (8%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Preserve the original charm of any outbuilding while making it usable again!

From the foundation up, from the walls in, and from the roof down, craftsman Nick Engler shows you how to save money, history, and architecture when you renovate or restore, rather than replace, you barn, shed, or outbuilding. You'll learn how to square and strengthen the structure, repair or replace the roofing and siding, enlarge and modify the building, install new windows and doors, and add electricity and plumbing. Engler also includes practical information on how to evaluate an old structure in light of current building codes.

PRAISE FOR NICK ENGLER'S PREVIOUS BOOKS:

Nick Engler is quite simply one of the best how-to writers in the woodworking and home-improvement fields today. He is a master at showing you how things work, and a writer who will make you laugh and make you think. (Christopher Schwarz, Popular Woodworking)

Engler's experience as a woodworker and teacher shines through with straight forward text, clear drawings, and invaluable tips. (Mario Rodriguez, author of Traditional Woodwork: Adding Authentic Period Details to Any Home)

To Repair The Irreparable - Reparation And Reconstruction In South Africa (Paperback): Erik Doxtader, Charles Villa-Vicencio To Repair The Irreparable - Reparation And Reconstruction In South Africa (Paperback)
Erik Doxtader, Charles Villa-Vicencio
R500 Discovery Miles 5 000 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The question of reparation remains. As South Africa prepares to enter its second decade of democracy, there are no easy answers about how to best repair the damage inflicted by the past. The wounds are deep and they haunt. If left unresolved, apartheid's legacy of inequality may come to thwart ongoing efforts to build a culture of human rights, nurture democratic politics, and move forward with the project of reconciliation. A difficult concept and an even more difficult process, reparation in South Africa appears to require a sustained combination of resources, will power and committed dialogue. Beginning with a detailed analysis of the TRC's recommendations for reparation and the ensuing public debate over their implementation, To Repair the Irreparable features over twenty essays from leading commentators about the past, present, and future of reparation in South Africa. What are the benefits and limits of current reparation policy? How can South Africa best balance the demands of reparation, democracy-building and justice? How does the South African experience contribute to international debates over reparation? What is the best way to resolve ongoing debates over land redistribution, the reconstruction of civil society, the promise of restorative justice, and the legal disputes that surround calls for reparation? These problems are urgent. For both citizen and scholar, this book makes an important case for why reparation matters and offers a timely discussion of how South Africa can best continue the work of reconstruction.

Power of Dreams, The - 27 Years Off-grid in a Wilderness Valley (Paperback): Dave & Rosemary Neads Power of Dreams, The - 27 Years Off-grid in a Wilderness Valley (Paperback)
Dave & Rosemary Neads
R663 Discovery Miles 6 630 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Die Fabrikation Der Lacke Und Firnisse (German, Hardcover): Erwin Andres Die Fabrikation Der Lacke Und Firnisse (German, Hardcover)
Erwin Andres
R1,405 Discovery Miles 14 050 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Self-Sufficiency for the 21st Century - The Complete Guide to Sustainable Living Today (Hardcover): Dick And James Strawbridge Self-Sufficiency for the 21st Century - The Complete Guide to Sustainable Living Today (Hardcover)
Dick And James Strawbridge
R888 R804 Discovery Miles 8 040 Save R84 (9%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Garden DIY - 25 Fun-to-Make Projects for an Attractive and Productive Garden (Paperback): Samantha Johnson, Daniel Johnson Garden DIY - 25 Fun-to-Make Projects for an Attractive and Productive Garden (Paperback)
Samantha Johnson, Daniel Johnson
R385 Discovery Miles 3 850 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Loaded with complete plans and easy-to-follow construction tips, Garden DIY offers a creative mix of both practical and decorative projects for gardening enthusiasts. Brother and sister team Samantha and Daniel Johnson present 25 hands-on projects for aspiring horticulturalists. From a hummingbird feeder, bee-friendly flower gardens, cold frames, and trellises to compost bins, birdbaths, sundials, and a mason bee lodge, clear step-by-step colour photographs guide the reader through each hands-on project. An introduction to the DIY mind-set explains the positive benefits and satisfaction of building things yourself and provides an overview of the basic tools and skills needed to complete each task.

Complete Book of Outdoor DIY Projects - The How-To Guide for Building 35 Projects in Stone, Brick, Wood, and Water (Paperback):... Complete Book of Outdoor DIY Projects - The How-To Guide for Building 35 Projects in Stone, Brick, Wood, and Water (Paperback)
Penny Swift, Janek Szymanowski
R492 R401 Discovery Miles 4 010 Save R91 (18%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This homeowner's guide shows you how to build 35 useful and attractive outdoor features to enhance your garden. Complete Book of Outdoor DIY Projects is the ultimate resource for constructing a wide variety of professional-looking, stylish structures, using stone, brick, wood or water. With step-by-step instructions and clear colour photographs, all you need is basic equipment and easy-to-learn skills. Projects include stone paths, garden archways, Japanese stone gardens and bamboo fountains, raised and free-standing brick planters, pavers, decorative screen walls, rustic benches and much more. Each project is accompanied by detailed information on which tools to use, exactly what materials are required, how long it will take to make, and the level of difficulty involved, along with handy tips and time-saving techniques.

A Touch of Farmhouse Charm - Easy DIY Projects to Add a Warm and Rustic Feel to Any Room (Paperback): Liz Fourez A Touch of Farmhouse Charm - Easy DIY Projects to Add a Warm and Rustic Feel to Any Room (Paperback)
Liz Fourez
R608 R567 Discovery Miles 5 670 Save R41 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The rustic farmhouse interior design style has exploded with popularity in recent years. A Touch of Farmhouse Charm is just what home crafters have been waiting for - simple yet stunning decorations and standout furniture pieces they can make themselves. Liz Fourez, of the website Love Grows Wild, has spent the last several years renovating an old farmhouse into a home filled with love and handmade things, the inspiration behind this book. The book features more than 70 projects - each one including helpful step-by-step photos - organised room by room as Liz has them arranged in her own house. She also gives design and style advice to help readers implement the look and lifestyle in their own homes. Most of the projects are quick and easy to make, and even the more complex furniture pieces are within reach of a beginner DIY-er. Sample projects in the book are a Monogram Doormat or Family Sign in the entryway, Drop Cloth Curtains or a Barn Wood Sofa Table in the living room, Vintage Breadboards and an Herb Planter Box in the kitchen, Fabric-Covered Books in the office, Hanging Crate Storage or Pressed Fern Art in the bathroom, a Vintage Map in the kids' playroom or a Wood Toy Crate in the kids' bedroom, and a Chair with Upholstered Seat and Rustic ;Wood Photo Frames for the master bedroom. With so many options to choose from, readers will be delighted as they create a home with simple, rustic handmade charm!

Getting Started with 3D Carving - Five Step-by-Step Projects to Launch You on Your Maker Journey (Paperback): Zach Kaplan Getting Started with 3D Carving - Five Step-by-Step Projects to Launch You on Your Maker Journey (Paperback)
Zach Kaplan
R512 R433 Discovery Miles 4 330 Save R79 (15%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book was written for people who have never used a 3D carving machine. It teaches the basics of designing and making things with Inventables' software (Easel) and 3D carving machines (X-Carve and Carvey). We'll take you step-by-step through five projects you can build yourself as a beginner: an inspiration tile, kitchen cutting board, custom block stamp, fidget spinner, and balsa wood glider. The book also features aspirational projects from makers in the community, like an electric guitar, to show what is possible through 3D carving. The design files and instructions for projects - ranging from beginner to expert - can be found on the Inventables website.

Metalwork Projects Made Easy - With 17 Step-by-Step Projects (Paperback): Penny Swift, Janek Szymanowski Metalwork Projects Made Easy - With 17 Step-by-Step Projects (Paperback)
Penny Swift, Janek Szymanowski
R130 R109 Discovery Miles 1 090 Save R21 (16%) Ships in 5 - 7 working days

Projects made easy is a guide for making metal items and furniture. It has easy to follow step-by-step instructions that will help you tackle welding techniques, even if you have never welded before. Profusely illustrated with more than 350 colour photographs, the title introduces you to different types of metalworking techniques and the best tools and equipment that you can use. There are also helpful hints for cutting and bending metal, and you will see exactly how to make a variety of jigs. The most common finishing techniques and paint finishes that you can use on metal are well illustrated. These include popular contemporary techniques like faux verdigris and fake rust finishes. There are more than 17 different items of varying complexity that you can make just by following the step-by-step projects that are illustrated. All materials and the tools required for each project are listed and explained. Suitable finishes are suggested. If you enjoy making your own designs, you can adapt the different projects to create your very own furniture and stylish accessories. The range of projects includes a table and a chair, candlesticks, lamps, a garden bench, burglar bars and security gates, as well as a handy wine rack, a mirror and an attractive plant stand. The items range from very simple, ideal for the beginner, to relatively difficult.

How to Build Your Own Engine Coffee Table (Paperback): Gergely Bajzath How to Build Your Own Engine Coffee Table (Paperback)
Gergely Bajzath 1
R306 R279 Discovery Miles 2 790 Save R27 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Gergely Bajzath has made a good number of engine coffee tables, and constantly enjoys positive feedback and comments about his work. Now, in 'How to Build your own Engine Coffee Table', he has decided to share his methods and tips with you, so that you can make one of your very own! Whether in your living room, workshop, den, man cave, or girl shed, an engine coffee table is a great talking point, and is almost guaranteed to become the main topic of conversation when friends visit.This book shows you everything you need to know to create your very own furniture centrepiece. From the best choice of engine base, to instructions on design and fabrication for appearance and safety. Hand painted finishes are covered, and a dedicated section shows how to safely plan, prepare, and fit a glass top for a serviceable, and safe, end result.You'll know that you want one of these tables as soon as you see the examples in the book!

Built-Ins and Storage (Paperback): Fine Homebuildi Built-Ins and Storage (Paperback)
Fine Homebuildi
R502 R380 Discovery Miles 3 800 Save R122 (24%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Getting organized is a perennially popular topic for home DIYers. Everyone wants to make optimal use of the space in their homes, and simply knowing where to find something when you need it saves frustration and time in our busy lives. Intelligently designed storage is the answer, and custom built-ins are often the most efficient and attractive ways to achieve storage goals. This Stanley-branded book includes step-by-step projects for every room in the house, from the mudroom to the attic. After introductory chapters on tools and materials and frequently used techniques, Built-Ins and Storage presents 17 great projects for kitchens, living rooms, and other rooms throughout the house. Each room chapter begins with a brief discussion of considerations for storage in that type of room, followed by step-by-step projects with exploded illustrations and photos.

Home Plumbing Manual - The complete step-by-step guide (Hardcover, Reprint): Andy Blackwell Home Plumbing Manual - The complete step-by-step guide (Hardcover, Reprint)
Andy Blackwell
R940 R797 Discovery Miles 7 970 Save R143 (15%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

At some point a homeowner will be confronted by their plumbing: a dripping tap, a flood of biblical proportions, a freezing cold house, a new dream bathroom or the latest gas bill. This Haynes Manual covers it all and is bang up-to-date, dealing with real taps that often don't have washers (but still drip) right through to the latest green technologies and gadgets that could save a fortune. Everything is explained in a clear and light-hearted fashion that will leave the reader confident that they can tackle their own plumbing and not have to cross the living room by canoe afterwards.

Photovoltaics 101 - The hands-on beginner's guide for designing an on-grid or off-grid (stand-alone) PV system with... Photovoltaics 101 - The hands-on beginner's guide for designing an on-grid or off-grid (stand-alone) PV system with battery storage for your home, RV (Paperback)
M Eng Johannes Wild
R345 Discovery Miles 3 450 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Raspberry Pico W Simplified (Paperback): Luc Volders Raspberry Pico W Simplified (Paperback)
Luc Volders
R678 Discovery Miles 6 780 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Do-it-yourself Essential Tools - A Practical Guide to Tools: How to Choose and Use Them (Hardcover): Mike Collins Do-it-yourself Essential Tools - A Practical Guide to Tools: How to Choose and Use Them (Hardcover)
Mike Collins
R134 R125 Discovery Miles 1 250 Save R9 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

This is a practical guide to tools: how to choose and use them, shown in 220 photographs. It is a simple and accessible guide to do-it-yourself tools for a wide range of jobs, including tiling, painting, flooring, woodwork and general repairs in the home. It includes photographs for easy identification of the tools. It shows you how to use planes, chisels, saws, drills, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, sanders and many more. It includes instructions on making the best use of each tool, with hints and tips on selecting the right types. It offers guidelines that show you what to wear, how to handle tools with care, and how to tackle jobs safely to avoid accidents. For any task around the home, tools will be needed. Knowing how to use them efficiently is vital if you want a good result. This book discusses preparation, the right tools to use for a particular job, and how to use them safely and effectively. Useful tips point the way to improving your skills to get the most out of your tools.

Storey's Curious Compendium of Practical and Obscure Skills: 214 Things You Can Actually Learn How to Do (Hardcover):... Storey's Curious Compendium of Practical and Obscure Skills: 214 Things You Can Actually Learn How to Do (Hardcover)
How-To Experts at Storey Publishing
R841 R754 Discovery Miles 7 540 Save R87 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Readers with a hunger for knowledge and an interest in the myriad ways people have taught themselves to make, grow, and build will discover the ins and outs of how to do everything they've ever wondered about in this colourful, inviting volume. With dozens of useful and intriguing visual tutorials that cover how to carve a turkey, capture a swarm of bees, predict the weather by the clouds, darn socks, create a butterfly garden, set up a dog agility course, keep a nature sketchbook, navigate by the stars, and more, this rich compendium will educate, fascinate, spark conversation, and inspire new hobbies and experiences.

Build Your Own - Use what you have to create what you need (Hardcover): Harrison Gardner Build Your Own - Use what you have to create what you need (Hardcover)
Harrison Gardner
R668 R599 Discovery Miles 5 990 Save R69 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Making, maintaining and mending our own homes is part of what makes us human. It is a skill that was alive and well until just two or three generations ago. Harrison Gardner is a man on a mission to help us rediscover the lost art of building our own while leaving a more harmonious mark on the environment. Build Your Own explores the principles of construction and outlines a multitude of practices and methods that enable you to build a home with the materials available to you. Practical techniques, such as plastering, moving earth, basic demolition, installing insulation, building internal walls and attaching cladding, are demystified and made easy. Whether you plan to build your own structure, are curious about the idea or are dealing with construction workers, Build Your Own is an essential tool that shows that anyone can learn to build - and perhaps everyone should. 'A revolutionary book ... within it is the knowledge to empower you to shape and craft your own living space.' Manchan Magan

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