This antiquarian book contains a detailed guide to the methods and equipment of home improvement, with information on replacing and fitting components of equipment, common problems and mistakes, metalworking materials, and much more. Written in clear, simple language and profusely illustrated with useful diagrams, this text is ideal for those with little previous experience, and makes for a great addition to collections of DIY literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Metalworking Saws' - 'Inserting a Hacksaw Blade', 'Selecting the Correct Hacksaw Blade', 'Correct Method of Using a Hacksaw', 'Preventing Breakage of Blades', 'Metalworking Hammers: How to Use a Metalworking Hammer', 'Fastening Rivets', 'Replacing Hammer Handles', and more. We are proud to republish this vintage text, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on metalwork.