Popular Mechanics How to Fix Anything by Popular Mechanics
Popular Mechanics How to Fix Anything is a practical and portable reference guide that all homeowners should have on-hand for any repair, big or small -- from a broken latch on the door, a crashed harddrive or a running toilet.
“. . there are at least a handful of easy home remedies here that even major fumblefingers can successfully implement. Like touching up wood furniture with unsalted pecan or walnut meats. Using a steam iron to fix indented carpeting. Freshening up a no-start lawn mower with new spark plugs. Even getting rid of driveway stains with pulverized drywall (just allow it to sit overnight). It’s all thanks to the collected wisdom of Popular Mechanics, 115 years strong, synonymous with the ultimate in DIY knowledge. The book’s eight sections—bathroom; kitchen; walls, ceilings, floors; furniture and fixtures; gadgets; basement and mechanicals; garage and driveway; and yard—feature different formats. ‘Ask Roy’ fields answers to common questions. ‘Know your stuff’ highlights tools, materials, and their appropriate uses, whether fillers, painter’s knives, or screws. The ‘essential tool’ call-outs spotlight particular instruments that are critical to have on hand. And captioned, step-by-step color photographs bring clarity to specific tasks. From all of the above to battling moles to avoid lawn destruction, readers will count on Popular Mechanics’ advice.” —Booklist (starred review)
“. . . there are at least a handful of easy home remedies here that even major fumblefingers can successfully implement. Like touching up wood furniture with unsalted pecan or walnut meats. Using a steam iron to fix indented carpeting. Freshening up a no-start lawn mower with new spark plugs. Even getting rid of driveway stains with pulverized drywall (just allow it to sit overnight). It’s all thanks to the collected wisdom of Popular Mechanics, 115 years strong, synonymous with the ultimate in DIY knowledge. The book’s eight sections—bathroom; kitchen; walls, ceilings, floors; furniture and fixtures; gadgets; basement and mechanicals; garage and driveway; and yard—feature different formats. ‘Ask Roy’ fields answers to common questions. ‘Know your stuff’ highlights tools, materials, and their appropriate uses, whether fillers, painter’s knives, or screws. The ‘essential tool’ call-outs spotlight particular instruments that are critical to have on hand. And captioned, step-by-step color photographs bring clarity to specific tasks. From all of the above to battling moles to avoid lawn destruction, readers will count on Popular Mechanics’ advice.” —Booklist (starred review)
“. . . there are at least a handful of easy home remedies here that even major fumblefingers can successfully implement. Like touching up wood furniture with unsalted pecan or walnut meats. Using a steam iron to fix indented carpeting. Freshening up a no-start lawn mower with new spark plugs. Even getting rid of driveway stains with pulverized drywall (just allow it to sit overnight). It’s all thanks to the collected wisdom of Popular Mechanics, 115 years strong, synonymous with the ultimate in DIY knowledge. The book’s eight sections—bathroom; kitchen; walls, ceilings, floors; furniture and fixtures; gadgets; basement and mechanicals; garage and driveway; and yard—feature different formats. ‘Ask Roy’ fields answers to common questions. ‘Know your stuff’ highlights tools, materials, and their appropriate uses, whether fillers, painter’s knives, or screws. The ‘essential tool’ call-outs spotlight particular instruments that are critical to have on hand. And captioned, step-by-step color photographs bring clarity to specific tasks. From all of the above to battling moles to avoid lawn destruction, readers will count on Popular Mechanics’ advice.” —Booklist (starred review)
Popular Mechanics inspires its 15 million readers and fans to learn, make, discover, and do something new every day. Drawing on 115 years of knowledge, it shares a voracious curiosity about technological breakthroughs, automobiles, inventions, do-it-yourself projects, and outdoor adventure with a community of loyal followers.Roy Berendsohn is Senior Home Editor at Popular Mechanics. He’s written on every conceivable topic that relates to home care, repair, construction, and improvement. He’s also covered blacksmithing, how to build a boat and paint a barn, and the restoration of a 4-wheel-drive firetruck.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781618372604 |
| ISBN 10 | 1618372602 |
| Title | Popular Mechanics How to Fix Anything |
| Author | Popular Mechanics |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Hearst |
| Year published | 2018-05-01 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |