Customer Review: I think this book is a great reference to have on hand, but even more, I actually enjoyed reading it cover to cover upon arrival. Now that I'm familiar with the contents, I'll know better where to look when I need to fix something.
Customer Review: I bought this self-help book for my young nephew (he is married and father of 2; his dad passed when he was 14...no one taught him the basic things to keep a household running). It is a Christmas present. Finally he will have a research book on hand for simple 'fix-it' jobs.
From THE good aunt
Customer Review: "The paradox we confront is that our productivity has given us the wealth to acquire whatever we desire materially, but we are finding that material alone is an insufficient vision. The qualities we long for have everything to do with taking time, building for the long term, crafting, and paying... more info
Customer Review: My mother gave this to me as a gift on my wedding, so I haven't had the guts to put it right where it belongs-- in the garbage. I can get through a chapter at a time before I throw it. There is NO WAY that this woman can be a lawyer, raise a family, and still find time for ironing sheets,... more info
Customer Review: this book is awesome! i wish everyone could read it and see for themselves how we create some of the migraines we have, allergies we go through etc. This book shows a great alternative for the nasty products out on the market today!!!
Customer Review: I bought this as gift for a handy-not person, got it here and was very pleased with entire book. I, married to "mr. handyman" understood it fairly well.I actully wanted to keep it ,to savor in the knowledge that MABEY , I too could fix something!Its very heavy,It would behoove you to have it shipped... more info
Customer Review: Not only does this book have lots of useful, step-by-step instructions but it also has clear and detailed photos to help you along! Highly recommended!
Customer Review: The book is helpful, but just when I think it's going to explain in further detail, they move on to the next problem. I was hoping for more detail. I guess it's a little too simplified for me.
Customer Review: This book has clear illustrations go to along with their directions for basic home improvement and repair needs. There is a large variety of information available in this book and has so far helped me with electric work and tile work. When it came time to call a professional, I felt better informed... more info
Customer Review: This book is useful resource for the first time homeowner. After living in my house for a year I started thinking...aren't there things I should be doing to make sure my house doesn't fall apart?? I had gotten so used to apartment life, that I didn't think about maintaining my own home. I like... more info
