--- product_id: 4030745 title: "Ultimate Guide: Wiring" price: "€ 48.50" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/4030745-ultimate-guide-wiring store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Ultimate Guide: Wiring **Price:** € 48.50 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ultimate Guide: Wiring - **How much does it cost?** € 48.50 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/4030745-ultimate-guide-wiring) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Ultimate Guide: Wiring [Editors of Creative Homeowner] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Ultimate Guide: Wiring Review: Great for the careful do-it-yourselfer - Creative Homeowner (series): Ultimate Guide: Wiring, 7th edition This is one of the best Do-It-Yourself books I have ever read. That's not to say that an ignoramus can start monkeying around with household current without really knowing what he's doing, but if you have a good basic understanding of electricity this book will guide you through almost any project you want to tackle. I found the arrangement of subjects to be a bit odd. The first sections in the book discuss basic circuitry and wiring while the section titled " Understanding Electricity" starts on page 228. "Tools and Their Uses" follows that and then we get "Materials and Equipment". I suggest reading these parts of the book first and then looking up your project in the appropriate section. Probably the best feature of this book is the vast number of excellent photographs illustrating exactly what your project will look like at various stages in a step-by-step layout. I didn't count them, but I'm sure they number in the hundreds. Each one is crystal clear and in color. The photos are close enough to the work to show what is being done without the viewer having to wonder what he's looking at. While this book does cover many basic instructional issues regarding electricity and wiring, about half of the book is devoted to numerous articles on how to do specific projects. It covers such things as: Wiring a Three-Way Switch Installing a Recessed Light Fixture Replacing a Fluorescent Ballast Installing Door Chimes Installing a Dryer (or Range) Receptacle Installing Low-Voltage Lighting (outdoors) Installing a Whole-House Surge Arrester Installing an Optional Standby Generator There are many more projects but this list should give you an idea of the depth and breadth of this book. The only thing I can find to criticize about this book is the statement found on the cover claiming, "Meets Current NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Standards". While I am sure that it meets the code that was in effect when the book was written, nowhere does the book clarify exactly WHICH code was in effect then. My copy of the 7th edition, which I bought in June 2012, lists a copyright date of 2010. A new edition of the NEC (National Electrical Code) was issued in 2011, and another just this year (2014). I assume that the 7th edition covers the older code, not the current one. This does not detract from the quality and usefulness of this book, however, since I'm sure you won't get into trouble if you follow the procedures in this book. Highly recommended for the competent, careful, do-it-yourself homeowner. Review: Great book for a DIY-er - I enjoy doing projects around the house, but wanted to have a guide to make sure that I'm doing things correctly and safely. This book was a great price and is EXTREMELY helpful. It covers the "basics" as well as more advanced projects. The pages are very think/sturdy, which is great because you can have the book by your side when doing a project without having to worry if the pages will tear. The book offers step-by-step instructions and pictures that illustrate how to do the projects. I have pages marked-up and dog-eared so I can go back to them easily. Great buy and I highly suggest getting this book if you are a homeowner who likes to do projects yourself around the house! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,239,570 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #362 in Electrical Home Improvement (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (147) | | Dimensions | 8.5 x 1 x 10.75 inches | | Edition | Seventh Updated | | ISBN-10 | 1580114873 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1580114875 | | Item Weight | 2.95 pounds | | Language | English | | Part of series | Home Improvement | | Print length | 304 pages | | Publication date | February 1, 2010 | | Publisher | Design Originals | ## Images ![Ultimate Guide: Wiring - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XgzZejeTL.jpg) ![Ultimate Guide: Wiring - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91RtS1Ce1tL.jpg) ![Ultimate Guide: Wiring - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41hdy+htYLL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for the careful do-it-yourselfer *by L***N on June 21, 2014* Creative Homeowner (series): Ultimate Guide: Wiring, 7th edition This is one of the best Do-It-Yourself books I have ever read. That's not to say that an ignoramus can start monkeying around with household current without really knowing what he's doing, but if you have a good basic understanding of electricity this book will guide you through almost any project you want to tackle. I found the arrangement of subjects to be a bit odd. The first sections in the book discuss basic circuitry and wiring while the section titled " Understanding Electricity" starts on page 228. "Tools and Their Uses" follows that and then we get "Materials and Equipment". I suggest reading these parts of the book first and then looking up your project in the appropriate section. Probably the best feature of this book is the vast number of excellent photographs illustrating exactly what your project will look like at various stages in a step-by-step layout. I didn't count them, but I'm sure they number in the hundreds. Each one is crystal clear and in color. The photos are close enough to the work to show what is being done without the viewer having to wonder what he's looking at. While this book does cover many basic instructional issues regarding electricity and wiring, about half of the book is devoted to numerous articles on how to do specific projects. It covers such things as: Wiring a Three-Way Switch Installing a Recessed Light Fixture Replacing a Fluorescent Ballast Installing Door Chimes Installing a Dryer (or Range) Receptacle Installing Low-Voltage Lighting (outdoors) Installing a Whole-House Surge Arrester Installing an Optional Standby Generator There are many more projects but this list should give you an idea of the depth and breadth of this book. The only thing I can find to criticize about this book is the statement found on the cover claiming, "Meets Current NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Standards". While I am sure that it meets the code that was in effect when the book was written, nowhere does the book clarify exactly WHICH code was in effect then. My copy of the 7th edition, which I bought in June 2012, lists a copyright date of 2010. A new edition of the NEC (National Electrical Code) was issued in 2011, and another just this year (2014). I assume that the 7th edition covers the older code, not the current one. This does not detract from the quality and usefulness of this book, however, since I'm sure you won't get into trouble if you follow the procedures in this book. Highly recommended for the competent, careful, do-it-yourself homeowner. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book for a DIY-er *by B***Y on March 12, 2013* I enjoy doing projects around the house, but wanted to have a guide to make sure that I'm doing things correctly and safely. This book was a great price and is EXTREMELY helpful. It covers the "basics" as well as more advanced projects. The pages are very think/sturdy, which is great because you can have the book by your side when doing a project without having to worry if the pages will tear. The book offers step-by-step instructions and pictures that illustrate how to do the projects. I have pages marked-up and dog-eared so I can go back to them easily. Great buy and I highly suggest getting this book if you are a homeowner who likes to do projects yourself around the house! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Colored 3d pictures, great for home diy *by N***S on December 16, 2021* The problem with most schematics and instructions that come with devices or components is the 2d drawings and explanations that are geared towards aspiring electricians. I found this book through random social media post and bought it instantly. The diagrams and explanations are easy to follow with lots of color and depth. I have some electrical experience but even i learned quite a few things from the simple explanations --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/4030745-ultimate-guide-wiring](https://www.desertcart.be/products/4030745-ultimate-guide-wiring) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*