“Whether you are building, updating, or just trying to get the toilet to stop leaking, Lou Manfredini has found a way to take the intimidation out of your relationship with your home. He brings out the ‘Mr. Fix-It’ in all of us. Thanks Lou!” —MATT LAUER How well do you know your home, or the house you are planning to buy? How does it feel? Is it sturdy, solid, built to last? Are there things to look for or warning signs to heed? If there’s a drip in the sink or a major leak in the roof, can you repair it on your own? If not, who should you call and who can you trust? Just ask Lou Manfredini, a.k.a. Mr. Fix-It. A house, he insists, is more than a pile of lumber and bricks. A house is more like a living, functioning organism—one that doesn’t come with a set of instructions. And whether you want to maintain, repair, or renovate your home, the more you know about your house, the more likely you are to get the job done right. Quality always shows and, without exception, adds comfort, beauty, and value to your home. In this fun, friendly, fully-illustrated guide, Mr. Fix-It provides a "walking tour" of your house, from basement to attic, floor to ceiling, and helps you untangle the wiring behind the walls, the piping snaking its way to sinks and bathrooms, and the workings of windows and walls. The result: you’ll have a clear understanding of the systems that make up your house, and gain the expert knowledge to proceed with any job, big or small—whether you’re hiring a contractor or doing it yourself. Discover • How your house works: an anatomy lesson • The wonders of water—where it comes from and where it goes • Getting wired—the magic of electricity • Windows—ways to bring in the sunshine and keep out the drafts • The joys of being floored—good floor construction and maintenance • Wall Power—it’s not what’s on them but what’s in them that counts • Decorating secrets the pros don’t like to share Plus Mr. Fix-It’s sixty-minute home inspection, an essential tool list, and an ABC glossary of terms: from air duct to weatherstripping! With his relaxed, neighborly style, Lou Manfredini is the trusted friend every home owner wishes they had—someone who knows houses. A must-have guide for both inexperienced and seasoned homeowners, Mr. Fix-It Introduces You to Your Home will help you spend your money wisely, avoid getting ripped off, create the house of your dreams . . . and turn your home into a castle that will endure and delight for years to come.

Mr. Fix-It Introduces You to Your Home

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Manfredini, Lou

Home Improvement & Design

Ballantine Books

TRANSFORM A WORN-OUT KITCHEN INTO YOUR PRIDE AND JOY Americans spend about 80 percent of their waking hours in the kitchen. It is the heart of every home. Yet if there’s something about this room that bothers you—from dated décor to layouts that promote clutter—it affects how you feel about your whole house. Now in Lou Manfredini (AKA “Mr. Fix-It”), the handyman extraordinaire tells you exactly what you need to create a kitchen you love, at a price you can afford. • Incorporate elements of expensive kitchens into your design • Tackle intimidating tasks, from new floors to countertops • Freshen up your cabinets with a dazzling “reface” lift • Figure out the best ways to bring in natural as well as electric lighting • Confront issues such as plumbing, color schemes, and layout • Discover which projects require expert assistance— and which you can handle yourself • Avoid pitfalls and ask the right questions of your contractor • Improve and add value to your home Includes “Lou’s Clues” (essential tips), illustrations, anecdotes, specific prices, and a lifetime of insight

Lou Manfredini's Kitchen Smarts

Lou Manfredini, aka Mr. Fix-It, is the trusted friend every homeowner wishes he or she had—someone who knows houses. In his fun, friendly, fully illustrated guide for both inexperienced and seasoned homeowners, he takes you through your entire house and around the yard, showing you how it all works and what to do when it doesn’t. The result: You’ll have a clear understanding of the systems that make up your house and gain the expert knowledge to proceed with any job, big or small—whether you’re hiring a contractor or doing it yourself. Discover • How your house works: an anatomy lesson • The wonders of water—where it comes from and where it goes • Getting wired—the magic of electricity • Windows—ways to bring in the sunshine and keep out the drafts • The joys of being floored—good floor construction and maintenance • Wall power—it’s not what’s on them but what’s in them that counts • Decorating secrets the pros don’t like to share Plus Lou Manfredini’s sixty-minute home inspection, an essential tool list, and an ABC glossary of terms: from air duct to weather stripping!

Lou Manfredini's House Smarts: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Buying, Maintaining, and Living Comfortably in Your Home

SHOWER IN A STYLISH ROOM—WITHOUT TAKING A BATH It may be the smallest room in the house, but that doesn’t mean people are less passionate about how they’d like their bathrooms to look. Plenty of books dole out mind-numbing instructions on how to install a sink or replace a faucet, but none provided the overall vision you needed to confidently craft the bathroom you’ll love. Until there was Lou Manfredini (AKA “Mr. Fix-It”)! Here the ultimate handyman shows anyone how to give his or her bathroom a complete makeover. • Create an elegant-looking bathroom without an exorbitant price tag • Learn to hang like a pro, from towel racks to shower curtains • Give your bathroom plenty of light—even if there’s no window • Add necessary storage to your bathroom—without the clutter • Understand the basics of plumbing and say good-bye to drips • Discover which projects require expert assistance— and which you can handle yourself • Avoid pitfalls and ask the right questions of your contractor • Accentuate your room with unique fixtures and finishing touches Includes “Lou’s Clues” (essential tips), illustrations, anecdotes, specific prices, and a lifetime of insight

Lou Manfredini's Bath Smarts

TURN AN ORDINARY ROOM INTO SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY Renovating a family or living room, even a rec space, doesn’t have to be a stress-inducing nightmare, a yearlong commitment, or a major drain on your wallet. Whether you want to spruce up your underutilized living room to make it a beacon rather than an embarrassment, or give your family room a snazzy new look that is both fun and practical, Lou Manfredini (AKA “Mr. Fix-It”) can give you the guidance and insights you need to make the changes—and make them work! • Devise a multipurpose family room that satisfies both parents and kids • Accentuate the room with proper lighting—both natural and electric • Discover the secret of built-ins and other storage hints • Select the right furniture and layout to give your living room a “signature look” • Master faux finishing and other painting techniques • Learn which projects require expert assistance— and which you can handle yourself • Avoid pitfalls and ask the right questions of your contractor • Decorate on a budget and learn to accessorize Includes “Lou’s Clues” (essential tips), illustrations, anecdotes, specific prices, and a lifetime of insight

Lou Manfredini's Room Smarts

Offers advice and answers common questions on exterior and interior repairs, plumbing, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and choosing a contracter.

Mr Fix-It: 101 Answers to the Most Commonly Asked Questions About Repairing Your Home

Rare Air Media

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