How-to: Plan a DIY project Thinking ahead and working to a plan is the best course of action when it comes to DIY. This How-to offers a common-sense approach to planning that will keep all your DIY projects on track.

What you'll learn Here's an overview of what this How-to covers: Deciding your objectives Checking design, materials & cost Getting your tools & equipment together Acquiring the necessary skills Allowing enough time Writing a work plan Get the How-to This How-to gives step-by-step instructions to help you through the job from start to finish. We've created the How-to in a format that allows you to print it out and use it on the job. To view and print the How-to, press 'Download file'. You'll need Adobe Acrobat. If you haven't already installed Adobe Acrobat, click 'Get Acrobat' for a simple download. Get Acrobat