SAN JOSE, CA -- 11/03/09 --
Do it
yourselfers will get the help they need to complete their home improvement projects at the new
DIY Academy at 1244 South Bascom, San Jose (http://www.DIYAcademy.com).
The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for a variety of
home improvement projects. The classes are taught by experienced
contractors and teachers who share their professional "tricks of the
trade." Training includes practice sessions in addition to standard
classroom instruction.
"The DIY concept is a great idea that will give people the hands-on
experience to make their home improvement projects a success. They provide
high-quality instruction from top-notch trade professionals in a class and
lab environment," said Stephan Kuehn, a San Jose homeowner and
do-it-yourselfer.
Students learn by doing it themselves. For example, students in the tiling
class practice cutting and laying tile in a variety of configurations, and
get the feedback needed to be proficient when they do the project "for
real."
Topics include installing wood flooring, hanging drywall, and installing
pre-built cabinets. Full class descriptions are available at
http://DIYAcademy.com/index.php?pg=cod.
"It's a great confidence builder for the DIY novice," said Reuben Estrada of
San Jose. "You can make mistakes and learn the right way at the DIY
Academy, not at your home."
According to a recent poll by "Consumer Reports," 54 percent of the
respondents are planning a remodeling project over the next year, and
nearly two-thirds (65%) plan to do at least some of the work themselves.
The DIY Academy service will enable such do-it-yourselfers to complete their
home improvement projects at a fraction of the cost of hiring a
professional, according to Steve Gross, co-founder.
"Today more people see the economic benefit of doing their own home
improvements," he said. "Unfortunately, many do-it-yourselfers don't have
the skill to tile their bathroom floor or install their own kitchen
cabinets. That's where we can help. There's real money to be saved, and
there is nothing like the pride and confidence that comes from doing it
yourself."
For maximum convenience, classes are held in the evenings and on weekends,
as well as weekdays. Attendance is limited so that all participants can get
plenty of practice and feedback. The full schedule is available at:
http://DIYAcademy.com/index.php?pg=sc.
About DIY Academy
The DIY Academy provides comprehensive, hands-on training for a variety of
home improvement projects. Participants in the do-it-yourself classes and
workshops learn what to do and then actually practice doing it. For more
information, go to http://www.DIYAcademy.com, e-mail
info@DIYAcademy.com or call 800-381-4184.
Note to Editors: Photos of students "at work" are available upon request.
Contact:
Kay Paumier
Communications Plus
510-656-8512
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