This number-one bestseller has guided more than 200,000 readers worldwide with the best, most user-friendly home how-to advice. Now it's better than ever, with new illustrations and extensively revised and rewritten chapters covering the most recent techniques and innovations in home repairs and maintenance. And you can trust that the advice is accurate and reliable because it comes from the editors at Popular Mechanics, the magazine millions of do-it-yourselfers rely on. Every step involved in a home improvement or renovation is covered, making it possible for you to complete the work yourself or stay informed if you hire a professional. Detailed, straightforward instructions for projects inside and outside the house are supplemented with a wealth of photographs, exploded diagrams, and drawings -- all in full color. Locating a subject that interests you is easy using the extensive index and color-coded chapters. Keep your house in top condition and make improvements to benefit your family while adding to the value of your property. Book jacket.