This fun and intuitive how-to book for a new generation of do-it-yourselfers focuses on the information you really need to tackle the most common trimwork projects. It's packed with hundreds of step-by-step photos and the expertise of professional carpenters whose insightful and engaging commentaries are woven throughout the book. It offers clear and detailed instructions on basic techniques, such as installing window casings, baseboards and crown moldings, wainscoting, and moreplus more advanced projects, such as creating fluting with a router and installing faux beams. Part of Sunset's popular new You Can Build series that takes its cue from the intuitive nature of the Web, with writing thatis concise and specific and a design that is easy to follow. Expert advice and step-by-step instructions help do-it-yourselfers get it right the first time. Helpful mini-guides delve into areas that require more detailed explanations. Sidebars focus on finishing touches, troubleshooting, and more. Each project includes a complete materials and tools list, degree-of-difficulty rating, and estimated completion timeat a glance.Home improvement for a new generation of do-it-yourselfers, combining the intuitive look and feel of the Web with the step-by-step instruction and expert advice that readers really need. Find project for crown molding and trim, wainscot and baseboards, window casing, and much more.
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