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Ultimate Guide to Trim Carpentry shows how easy it is to enhance any home by adding decorative trimwork or molding?the right way. This book takes a practical, no-nonsense approach to trimwork design and construction. Sections on specific styles help readers choose the type of molding that best suits the design and character of their homes. The beautiful, eye-catching photographs of real rooms provide inspiration for dressing up any space that lacks texture or ornament. Renowned woodworker Neal Barrett details the techniques that ensure a professional-looking job every time. Even novices will be able to install door and window casings, chair rails, crown moldings, and much more like a pro.

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Replacing old trim moldings or installing decorative trim accents can change the look of a home almost as dramatically as a major remodeling job, and at a fraction of the cost. Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Trim & Finish Carpentry is aimed at growing numbers of DIY homeowners who are replacing trim and decorative moldings as a comprehensive remodeling project on its own merits.

The book shows how style makes the house, and teaches do-it-yourselfers how to effectively choose, finish and install all manner of trim moldings, from ornate baseboards to decorative crown moldings and ceiling medallions. It also includes an update on how to select and work with the new materials now gaining in popularity, including rigid fiberglass moldings and metal ceiling panels.

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Do-it-yourself TV shows continue to be extremely popular.

Homeowners will save big dollars by doing their own trim carpentry.

Includes a DVD featuring live-action instructions.

Using tons of step-by-step photos and a live-action DVD. Trim Carpentry for the Homeowner will teach any homeowner how to do their own trim carpentry. The book starts with choosing and using the correct tools and materials. The reader is then led through the design process and how to shop for materials. Once prepared, readers will tackle the trim work. They’ll learn to install door and window trim, crown, chair and base moulding. The book also covers specialty applications such as fireplace surrounds and wainscoting. In addition to creating new installations, readers will learn how to repair or replace damaged windows and door hardware. .

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To add character and beauty to a home and still be practical, installing trim is one of the most effective and simple methods. It can conceal and seal gaps around doors, windows, floors, and ceilings while providing visual interest and shadow lines to otherwise bland items. Use it to draw attention to design elements such as a high ceiling or to serve as a transition between varied materials.
Skilled trim carpenters know how to make the most of this useful form of woodwork, so things fit perfectly on walls-even ones that aren’t plumb or level-the walls most people have in reality. Luckily, anyone can learn the pros’ secrets to obtaining that elusive perfect fit, thanks to Popular Mechanics and Rick Peters. Popular Mechanics covers everything: the equipment needed and how to use it; window and door casings; baseboards; all types of molding (including the always-challenging crown molding); wainscoting; and architectural trim like gingerbread. There are even insider tips on decorative molding, including how to dress up a plain door so it looks like it has raised panels. For owners wanting to add trim to their home, this book is the most valuable tool of all!

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– Offers practical advice on selecting tools, installing molding, and more

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