How to... Magazine - April 2010

4 SPRAY IT ON
We look at how easy it is to achieve a fantastic finish when you paint with
spray cans. From the latest MDF project for the kids to your home office
furniture, the humble spray can is making a return with style and pizzazz.

10 MAIL CALL
Everyone needs one and you will be pleased as punch when you build your
very own mailbox from our easy to follow instructions. We'll give you the
plans and the handy hints while you figure out how you want to personalise
the finished product.

20 PUMP IN THE HEAT
That time of year is headed your way and it's time to give you a heads up
about the best way to ensure your home is toasty and warm for the winter.
Take a tour through the wonderful world of home heating with heat pumps.

26 DIVE IN
Enjoying your pool this summer? We take a look at how to maintain your
pool to its optimum condition and how you can get your pool ready for the
winter ahead. All the tips and tricks to ensure your water world is clean
and healthy over the coming months.

34 HOT TUB ANYONE?
Now here's a pool you can use all year round ... and you probably will.
Maintain the health of your spa pool with our handy guide. Turn up the
heat and enjoy quality relaxation in your crystal clear waters.

36 WATCH YOUR STEP
The outside area around your home can trip you up from time to time and
you need to prepare for wetter days ahead. Walk through our "How To" tips
on combating moss, mould, algae and mildew. We'll give you some great
ideas for slip proofing your next concrete project too.

43 TICK THE LIST
It's a busy time of year in the garden, and trying to remember everything
youve got to do can be an issue. Not to worry, we've put together a list for
you, so you can get into the garden with gusto and purpose.

48 SOW THE SEEDS OF A GREAT LAWN
As autumn rolls around, you have a great opportunity to create a wonderful
lawn for the year ahead and beyond. Good advice and a little elbow grease
will have you rolling on an exquisite lawn in no time at all. Dreaming of
summer already!

55 SIX WAYS
Our new feature, 'Six Ways', looks at how to achieve a task six different,
yet effective ways. This month we look at taking out the silent assassins in
your garden - slugs and snails. From the tried and tested vaults of "How
To" magazine, we give you pearls of wisdom to protect your garden.

58 BIN THERE, DONE THAT
Step-by-step, you can help the world become a greener place with your
very own recycling centre. Easy to build and a great way to keep your
recycling separated and organised. Follow the instructions to find your own
convenient truth.