This compact book answers questions that can frustrate DIY-ers. From choosing the right product for the right job to wonder remedies that can be bought over the counter and eco-friendly alternatives, dealing with household maintenance emergencies and tips for dealing with thickened paint and lifting wallpaper, home-improvement enthusiasts Julian and Peter offer the answers.

Ask: The 1000 Most Asked Questions About the Home by Julian Cassell & Peter Parham

(Available here on Amazon.com)

Excerpt (from page 305):

“I’m painting all my black door handles, but is there any easy way of painting all the screws?”

Stick them in an old sponge so you can paint the heads without having to touch the screws.

Excerpts (from page 334):

“How can I keep that fresh, just-finished feel to my new home?”

Move some furniture from time to time or simply move paintings and pictures round.