
As baby boomers are entering retirement, more people are trying to make their homes work for them. Instead of moving to a smaller home or even moving into a retirement home, people in their 30s, 40s and 50s are following a trend called "aging-in-place." They are taking their home renovation projects or gut rehab, and doing things like adding an elevator. With additions like an elevator, if they face a handicap or disabilty in later years, they, and their home, will be prepared.
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Home automation enhances your security. Automatic locks from Black & Decker hooked up to your security system can give you peace of mind and added safety. Lock your doors from the comfort of your bed with a wireless remote and program the locks to work automatically. Never worry again if that deadbolt is locked. Watch this Expert Real Estate tips video from the Consumer Electronics Show for a demonstration.
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Is FlatWire safe? FlatWire may be the latest trend in home electronics and wiring, but the five layers keep you and your home wiring safe. Watch this demonstration from the Consumer Electronics Show to see how FlatWire works, and why it might be a lifesaver if you're renovating or rewiring your home. Find out how you can use it for your do it yourself home improvement projects, or ask your contractor or electrician to use FlatWire.
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FlatWire is the latest trend to hit home electronics and wiring. We got a demonstration at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. This flat wire can be used on the outside of the wall, and it completely disappears under compound and paint. Use it for your do it yourself home improvement projects and save the headache of opening a wall to install wiring.
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Why has home automation not lived up to its hype? Z-Wave's Mark Walters talks to Ilyce Glink about how past home automation technology was unreliable and expensive. He also demonstrates Z-Wave's home automation technology. Is home automation still just hype?
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