ReviewsPeters, an expert in the field…continues to uphold the quality of the series. The organization is consistently excellent, with makeover examples tiered by expense. The photos are large and useful, with great construction details. Be on the lookout for more in this crisp series. Highly recommended." — Library Journal, Peters, an expert in the field…continues to uphold the quality of the series. The organization is consistently excellent, with makeover examples tiered by expense. The photos are large and useful, with great construction details. Be on the lookout for more in this crisp series. Highly recommended." —Library Journal, "Peters, an expert in the field...continues to uphold the quality of the series. The organization is consistently excellent, with makeover examples tiered by expense. The photos are large and useful, with great construction details. Be on the lookout for more in this crisp series. Highly recommended." -- Library Journal, "Peters, an expert in the field…continues to uphold the quality of the series. The organization is consistently excellent, with makeover examples tiered by expense. The photos are large and useful, with great construction details. Be on the lookout for more in this crisp series. Highly recommended." —Library Journal
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SynopsisThe Popular Mechanics MoneySmart Makeovers series has helped thousands redo their kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms. This inspiring volume, which comes from one of the most trusted experts in the do-it-yourself field, steps outside with authentic makeovers that anyone can accomplish. After discussing in detail all the basics that go into constructing a good porch, deck, or patio, Rick Peters gets to work and remodels one of each, three times--economy, mid-range, and high-range--to demonstrate what you can achieve on a real-world budget. While there are beautiful shots to inspire you to try your own makeover, these are not studio set-ups: every project was designed and carried out on an actual family's home., Discusses the basics that go into constructing a porch, deck, or patio. This book demonstrates what can be achieved on a real-world budget. It also features shots to helps readers to try their own makeovers., The "Popular Mechanics MoneySmart Makeovers" series has helped thousands redo their kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms. This inspiring volume, which comes from one of the most trusted experts in the do-it-yourself field, steps outside with authentic makeovers that anyone can accomplish. After discussing in detail all the basics that go into constructing a good porch, deck, or patio, Rick Peters gets to work and remodels one of each, three times-economy, mid-range, and high-range-to demonstrate what you can achieve on a real-world budget. While there are beautiful shots to inspire you to try your own makeover, these are not studio set-ups: every project was designed and carried out on an actual family's home.