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Find inspiration in these titles to make your space reflect your personality. Whether you rent or own, have acres of land or a countertop garden, there is something here for everyone. Borrow these and similar books at Wood Buffalo Regional Library with your free library card!
All are available free with your Wood Buffalo Regional Library card. Visit wbrl.ca for all the details or stop by our Service Desk to sign up today!
Safe and Sound
By Mercury Stardust
Mercury Stardust empowers renters to take matters into their own hands. As a professional maintenance technician, Mercury guides readers in over 50 simple home maintenance projects and provides basic and handy repairs for your plumbing, electrical, and more! With advice tailored to renters, this is a friendly, informative guide containing helpful illustrations and QR codes to videos for an even more supportive and detailed explanation.
How to Garden When You Rent
By Matthew Pottage
The perfect guide for gardening without a garden. Applicable for those who rent or have limited space, this inspirational guide will provide you with both basic tips and tricks and detailed information on curating a space just for you! From long term renter Matthew Pottage, find practical information on how to make the best out of the space you do have, and what works best where. Including step-by step instructions complimented by illustrative photos, you will have a home filled with whatever greenery you desire in no time.
Home Sweet Rented Home
By Medina Grillo
Find inspiration from interior blogger Medina Grillo to transform your rented space into something stylish and functional. Grillo shares her favourite tips, tricks, and DIY projects that are completely renter friendly. If you want to add a splash of colour, create a paint safe gallery wall, or update fixtures to match your personality this is the title for you. Home décor isn’t only for homeowners!
DIY Trade Secrets
By Family Handyman
With the help of this collection of fix-it-all knowledge, you can save money by doing the work yourself, most of the time! Find these pages filled with trade secrets for hundreds of floor-to-ceiling improvements, from painting, drywalling, and electrical work to carpentry and more! With easy-to-follow instructions and tips to maintain your home you’ll be a master of home improvements in no time.
Martha Stewart's Gardening Handbook
By Martha Stewart
With everything you need to know to create a beautiful, thriving garden, this is the first in depth guide from Martha Stewart in 30 years! Discover how to make an outdoor paradise with tips for designing your space, effectively supporting your plants, selecting the right varieties for your region, understanding soil composition, and learning different gardening methods. This manual has every detail covered. With beautiful images from Martha’s personal gardens, detailed explanations, and useful tips, this is a must read for green thumbs and gardening novices.
Companion Planting for Beginners
By Brian Lowell
Did you know that almost any vegetable you can grow has a beneficial companion? Whether you’re gardening in a container or in the ground, companion gardening is the best way to avoid using chemicals while minimizing pests, improving soil quality, and increasing the yield of your gardens. Filled with recommendations from expert organic gardener Brian Lowell you will learn how to use plants to create a vibrant vegetable garden free of chemicals.
