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One of the best "tools" I have for home maintenance is the internet because it gives me access to invaluable resources like this forum. But I am thinking about picking up a book that I can have around the house as a reference guide. There seem to be several out there and am wondering is someone has a recommendation. Some I have seen reference codes and things so if that matters I shouild mention I am in Canada.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

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Hello: Steven

Try looking at these sources right here on this diy web site:

http://doityourself.com/ialib.htm

http://www.doityourself.com/

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Stephen,

I'm afraid I can't suggest a specific book but a good place to look, at least to get some ideas is your local library.
What I have found is that no single book will go into enough detail on any one subject to be of much use.

Hopefully someone else may have a name of a specific book.

I have personally built up a small (30 books or so) library from purchases made at used book stores, garage sales and thrift shops. Some large hardcovers going for a dollar (or Loonie as the case may be) or two.

as others have suggested check out your library

my library has a good selection and I usually have a dozen or so checked out on whatever subject matches my current or my next project

right now I have 6 books and a video checked on on fences as I'm replacing our fence

home depot publishes l books on several sublects that are prety good

I also like the ones by fine home building anjd fine woodworking published by tautam press