This in-depth guide covers every type of residential flooring: laminate, tile, wood, engineered wood, stone, rugs, carpet, garage-tile systems, and polished concrete. More than 600 photos and 75+ illustrations. Tips on choosing the best flooring for different rooms and information on how comparing the types helps homeowners make decisions they'll be happy with. Complete step-by-step information on how to install, maintain, and repair each type of flooring helps homeowners evaluate the pros and cons of each type and decide whether their skills are sufficient. Instructions on how to finish or refinish wood floors show homeowners how to get professional results. Stanley Pro Tips and "What Ifs" explain options and provide extra information to help readers successfully navigate unusual situations.

Joseph Truini demonstrates how to floor with wood and laminate, lay a subfloor, cut flooring to size, set tile and stone, lay flooring on steps and around doors, and install finish materials.

Takes you step-by-step through all aspects of flooring and its role in home-building projects by providing information on hardwood, tile, carpet, and other types of floors.

You really can install or repair a floating floor in just a weekend to update the look of your room. This book will give you all the information you need to: Prepare your floor for replacement Install a floating laminate floor Repair laminate planks Repair linoleum title panels

Kitchen and bath remodels are among the most popular home improvements. But plumbing can be intimidating. This book builds confidence and expands capabilities with comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions. From simple maintenance to complex repairs and installations, do-it-yourself plumbers will want this book by their sides. A one-stop guide to the basic skills, tools, and materials needed for common plumbing repairs and maintenance projects. Plumbing skills needed for every project; Over 800 detailed photos of each step; Tips and shortcuts. A handy companion to changing or adding plumbing for beginning and intermediate do-it-yourself remodellers and home improvers: Over 50 step-by-step projects; Prestart checklists provide at-a-glance information for the right tools and complete materials to get the job done; Estimated time needed.

Explores ideas and offers advice for deck designs, framing, and finishing. Simple step-by-step instructions leave no do-it-yourselfer behind. Special pre-start checklists show tools, materials, skills, and prep time needed. Stanley Pro Tips warn of pitfalls and offer shortcuts for success. Projects include solutions for common situations plus extra ideas for unusual circumstances. More than 650 detailed photographs and 100 illustrations reinforce project steps.