Smart home technology, also called home automation or connected home, is the fasted growing area of technology today, but it's taken the longest to get noticed. Home automation and smart home products have been around for more than 20 years, yet for most people, the trend first started being noticeable only in the last couple of years. There are a few reasons for this, but primarily it's due to the rise in inexpensive do-it-yourself (DIY) systems...

More than 1 million viewers in Canada watch Mike Holmes's television show, Holmes on Homes, every week. Thousands more see him at his personal appearances and visit his website, looking for advice on renos-gone-wrong. Mike Holmes is Canada's most trusted contractor, a crusader with a mission to expose botched renovations. Mike has taken his professional expertise and tell-it-like-it-is style and turned it into the guide no homeowner should be without....

A splendid bit of rural Americana, Cobleigh's book shows how anyone with a little time and money can add a touch of authentic charm to their farm, house, or garden. First published nearly a century ago, this practical guide features dozens of projects, accompanied by some 200 illustrations. A simply written text not only tells how to mount an anvil, make a cheese press, and build hog houses, but also provides handy advice on splitting wood, testing...

The Alaska Homesteader's Handbook is a remarkable compilation of practical information for living in one of the most impractical and inhospitable landscapes in the United States. More than forty pioneer types, ranging from their mid-nineties to mid-twenties, describe their reasons for choosing to live their lives on Alaska and offer useful instructions and advice that made that life more livable. Whether it's how to live among bears, build an outhouse,...

My approach to "The Secrets to Renting Your Home the Right Way" is a culmination of the experiences I have had as both an investor and property manager for others. While it is true that there is more than one right way to rent your home, there are some very good principles in this book that you should give strong consideration to. This book is intended to be a step by step guide to finding a great tenant and making money over the long term. In my...

Beautify any home easily and economically with this book. Readers will get helpful tips, advice, and guidance on wallcoverings that accomplish high-quality, professional-looking results. The art of wallpapering requires skill and knowledge of the tried and true as well as the latest techniques. This book unlocks the many secrets of paperhanging. The Complete Guide to Wallpapering is the most comprehensive book on the subject.

Teaches names, general uses, and correct operation of all basic hand and power tools, fasteners, and measuring devices you are likely to need. Also, grinding, metal cutting, soldering, and more. 329 illustrations.

Hi, my name is Jay Johnson and I've been a consultant in the window and door industry since 2001. My personal research has taken me to multiple facilities within the United States, Germany, and Canada, such as glass manufacturers, sound testing labs, bay/bow shell manufacturers, and window and door manufacturers. I've published 3 books on windows and doors teaching homeowners how to get specific and relevant information they need to make a fair comparison...

Mastery at Home: How to Repair Everyday Items" is a comprehensive guide that empowers readers to take control of household repairs, offering practical solutions to fix common problems found in everyday items. This book is essential for anyone looking to reduce waste, save money, and gain a sense of accomplishment by repairing rather than replacing household items.From fixing a leaky faucet to mending a torn garment, "Mastery at Home" covers a wide...