DIY Hints and Tips is a book that no one should be without. For both the seasoned handyman and those who have no flair for things DIY, this book will be a very useful source of information when tackling everyday chores around the home and garden, such as removing mildew in the bathroom, replacing a broken windowpane or making a temporary pipe repair. The aim of the book is to provide sufficient information to get you started with simple DIY tasks and to encourage you to do little jobs in the home without having to call in and pay exorbitant prices for an expert's advice and services. Much of doing it yourself is simply being able to think around corners a little, so the hints and tips are designed to make things somewhat easier, especially for those without much DIY knowledge. A wide range of subjects has been incorporated including a section on the tools you should have in order to do small DIY tasks around the house. Some of the main topics include woodwork, metalwork, electricity, plumbing, painting and door hardware. Hints and tips on basic safety, security, your car and first aid also feature in the book. DIY Hints and Tips has been compiled with both men and women in mind. By the time the man of the house returns home, his partner will already have put up that shelf herself with the help of this book - and it will stay up!