The Homeowner's Ultimate Tool Guide: Choosing the Right Tool for Every Home Improvement Job

Nagyszalanczy, a former editor at Fine Woodworking magazine and author and photographer of several books (including The Art of Fine Tools), assists homeowners in selecting tools for every job. Dividing his book into such sections as""Tools that Grab,""""Tools that Shape & Shave"" and""Tools that Drill & Drive,"" the Hungarian-born toolmaster further breaks each section into accessible categories. For instance, in""Tools that Saw,"" he offers a subdivision on handsaws (including hacksaw and dovetail saws) and another on portable power saws (e.g., jigsaws and chainsaws). Large, detailed color photos accompany each clearly explained entry (""A hammer drill not only rotates its bit but also applies a rapid pounding action that helps the bit break through concrete, brick and tile much faster than with rotary action alone""). With a""pros and cons"" explanation for each tool, as well as""pro tip"" boxes, this book is essential for any homeowner wanting to make the most of his or her toolbox.