Should you decide to do all or part of the renovations yourself, do not forget about health and safety. Be careful when working with tools and products, and follow the manufacturer's safety information and directions. Wear appropriate protective equip-

ment and clothing. You should also take steps to protect the rest of the house from dust, debris and contaminants that could pose a problem for others.

Find out about the necessary precautions to take before working in areas that contain vermin, droppings, mould, lead, asbestos, and vermiculite insulation that may contain amphibole asbestos or other hazardous products. Section 1.4, Health and safety considerations, describes some general health and safety considerations.