Remodeling category: 376 books

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...

With a foreword by Wayne Hemingway MBE and an introduction by Catherine Croft, director of the Twentieth Century Society, Style Council brings together an inspirational and eclectic selection of interiors from a generation of homeowners who are redefining the status of local-authority architecture. From...

Roofing is a difficult matter to work with if nothing is known about it. That's why it's a great idea for people to learn how to do the work on their own, because it saves money and teaches them about how they can keep their roof in great shape. Working with a project that involves repairing or replacing...

DIY Projects DIY Projects: 24 Practical and Functional DIY Projects For Your Home And Everyday Life Are you looking to personalize your home and make it more efficient? Then follow along with these practical and functional DIY projects for your home and everyday life. With the huge variety...

If your'e working alone, this book will be your second set of hands. You won't have to wait for a helper or pass up a job that seems too difficult to do alone. And if youre a homeowner working on your own house, you will be amazed at what you can accomplish. Written by a builder with 30 years'...

Flipping Houses.  You read a few books.  You watch a couple shows on TV.  And you subscribe to a web series.  You are ready now!  But wait, now is when the real work begins. The production side of this property flip will ruin your financial expectations if not carefully planned and executed. ...

A classic of early American architecture, the hewn-log house has a unique rustic charm and character. In this engaging and informative guide, Charles McRaven provides illustrated step-by-step instructions that cover every aspect of building your own log house, from selecting the site and hewing the...

Building a deck is neither difficult or complicated for most (DIY'ers) do-it-yourselfers. You do however need a good blueprint or plan of what you want before you get started, along with some special knowledge on how to go about the task. This guide will teach you what you need to know to get...

Realizar pequeños trabajos de albañilería en casa o en el jardín, poner el pavimento en una sala o moquetar una habitación, hacer pequeños arreglos en la instalación eléctrica o en las conducciones de agua, aislar térmicamente una estancia o mejorar la acústica de un piso, pintar, empapelar...

The Holmes Inspection will be the definitive guide to smart home-buying and home-selling for Canadians. It’s often said that a home is the biggest investment most people will ever make, yet many buyers, when considering a house, spend less time on examining its pros and cons than they might on a...

More than 1 million viewers in Canada watch Mike Holmes’ 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...

Anyone who has planned a renovation project knows that there are many, often difficult, decisions to make along the way. As Canada’s most trusted contractor, Mike has seen the good, the bad and the ugly. He provides expert advice in all aspects of planning and completing the most common renovation...

Homebuyers are busy again. An improving housing market and stabilizing economy, together with some lucrative first-time buyers' incentives, have put thousands upon thousands of people in an unfamiliar spot: their own home. For new homeowners as well as long-time occupants, Upgrade Your House is packed...

Converting To An Energy Efficient Home: A Guide For Beginners This book covers several topics including: Chapter 1: Home Energy Savings Chapter 2: Energy Saving Tips Chapter 3: Eco-friendly Energy Resources Chapter 4: Energy Audit Saves A Lot! Chapter 5: Fundamental Importance Of...