Stones easy but not optimal between houses

QUESTION: I'm moving into a new house in a new Winnipeg subdivision and I see many homeowners are now putting gravel at the sides of their houses. Is that something you would recommend? I'm wondering if it would interfere with . . .

Posted: 2012-07-14

This holiday season's top gadgets and gizmos

Shopping ideas for the techie in the family

Technophiles are hard to shop for, or so we’re told. Here are some can’t-miss gifts, we’d enjoy. Cave Tools ● Nothing beats a perfect hamburger any day of the year, and the Cave Tools Burger Press makes one every time. The . . .

Posted: 2017-12-16

Preserve leaves with wax paper and an iron

Question: What is an easy way to preserve leaves so that they last for many years? Jainy Answer: Place foliage between two pieces of waxed paper (waxy side against the leaves and cover the ironing board cover with a towel). Press the . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Kitchen renos come with considerations to keep in mind

So, you want a new kitchen? Whether you’re considering designing a kitchen using your own architect, a kitchen planner hired through a store such as IKEA or Home Depot, or an online planning service, professionals suggest keeping a few things in . . .

Posted: 2018-07-28

CONNIE OLIVER: Taking a walk on the purple side

You certainly can't call our feature room average. The bright purple wall on the left (from Sico's Cashmere line in Macedonian Mauve) is a refreshing change from the ordinary. When you see spaces that push the envelope a bit it . . .

Posted: 2011-06-25

MIKE HOLMES: Code updates building standards for homes

Anyone who knows me knows I talk an awful lot about building code. The code is a minimum acceptable standard for the construction of a building. It's also a living, changing document that is adapted every few years to ensure it . . .

Posted: 2011-07-16

Don't dish out money for a new dishwasher — just clean it

Question: My dishwasher does not get the dishes clean. Should I buy a new unit? LaurenAnswer: Before ‘dishing’ out several hundred dollars for a new appliance, consider the following for optimum results. The filter and basin need cleaning on a . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

Be cautious when washing pricey hat

Question: My son bought a $40 baseball hat. I nearly fell over when I saw the price tag. The worst part is the hat is white. What is the best way to clean it? I have heard it’s okay to . . .

Posted: 2016-08-20

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Colour match a problem with concrete patch

QUESTION: I have a problem with the front steps of my house, which are 10 years old and are made of poured concrete. The steps are in excellent condition, except for a few scalded and pockmarked areas caused by the . . .

Posted: 2009-07-12

Get your home ready for winter in 10 steps

Although October can still be flip-flops-and-shorts weather, there are a number of fall maintenance tasks to undertake, no matter what the temperature gauge says. We asked Lucinda Hoe, field services director of the West region for Associa OnCall, for some tips . . .

Posted: 2017-10-28