Ask This Old House Season 7 Episode 12 Cell Phone Zone Extender System; Furnishing a Timberframe Home

In Ask This Old House season 7 episode 12, the team tackles two completely different projects. First up is a solution for homeowners who struggle with spotty reception in their cell phone dead zone. The team helps install a cell phone zone extender system that uses an antenna to capture and boost weak signals from outside the home, then broadcasts them within the house.

Next, the team works on a more traditional home improvement project: furnishing a timberframe home. The homeowners have already put quite a bit of work into their new house, but they need help making it feel like a home. The team assists by selecting furniture and decor that complements the rustic style of the timberframe home.

To get started on the cell phone zone extender system, the team meets with the homeowners to assess their cell phone reception issues. The homeowners explain that they have a weak signal in one area of the house, but they seem to get better reception on the other side of the house.

The team begins by installing an antenna outside on the roof, where it can capture signals from nearby cell towers. They then connect the antenna to an amplifier, which boosts the signal before broadcasting it throughout the house using interior antennae.

The team also installs an app on the homeowners' phones that allows them to monitor the strength of their signal and adjust the system settings as needed. In the end, the team's solution provides the homeowners with much-improved cell phone reception throughout their home.

For the second project, the team meets with the homeowners in their timberframe home to get a sense of their style and needs. They notice that the home has plenty of exposed wood, so they recommend furnishings that complement the natural beauty of the space.

The team focuses on creating cozy, inviting spaces throughout the home with comfortable seating, natural accents, and plenty of soft textiles. They also incorporate some personal touches, such as family photos and heirloom pieces, to ensure that the home feels uniquely their own.

Throughout the project, the team communicates with the homeowners to ensure that they are happy with the selections. In the end, the homeowners are thrilled to have a fully furnished home that feels both stylish and comfortable.

Overall, this episode offers two very different solutions for homeowners looking to improve their living spaces. Whether struggling with poor cell phone reception or wanting to create a cozy atmosphere in a timberframe home, the team at Ask This Old House provides practical solutions and expert advice to help homeowners achieve their goals.