Making cinnamon buns

Question: I followed a recipe for making cinnamon buns, but the results were disappointing. The buns did not rise as I had hoped any idea why? — Ranjit Answer: First of all, did you turn on your oven light when the buns were . . .

Posted: 2018-09-15

Insect entry into home through holes always cause for concern

Question: We have a bay window in the front of our home with plants in front. Last year we had wasps going through the plants, underneath the bay window, with some ending up in our basement. We are looking at . . .

Posted: 2022-07-23

Sterling Homes Gold Winner Timeless and Classic

STERLING HOMES Address: 69 Casselman CrescentSpecs: 1706 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, bungalow, Oak Bluff West Amenities: Covered concrete front porch entrance with aluminum and glass railing Mudroom with built-in organization system and bench seat, with barn door entrance and main floor laundry access and . . .

Posted: 2019-11-19

You can cut a dry loaf of bread into cubes to make stuffing

Question: Is there a simple way to prepare stuffing from scratch using dry bread slices? — Samantha Answer: Slice one loaf of dry bread pieces into cubes. In a pot sauté one chopped onion and four sticks chopped celery. Add one teaspoon poultry . . .

Posted: 2018-09-22

SOLUTIONS: Use cheap shampoo to clean your faucets

QUESTION: What can I do to have perfectly polished taps in my bathroom? I have tried vinegar and baking soda, but water droplet marks remain on them. This really bothers me because my clean bathroom doesn't really look clean. I . . .

Posted: 2009-12-19

New IKEA catalogue promises a more relaxed life

IKEA is touting a "more relaxed life" in its 2017 catalogue, a 326-page dream book that will be available Aug. 8 by mail and in stores and online Aug. 15.Every year the massive retailer of affordable furniture taps into whatever’s . . .

Posted: 2016-07-30

Home entry at your (registered) fingertips

No keys, codes with biometric lock

The new Weiser SmartScan system is the first consumer-grade lockset I've seen that completely eliminates the need for keys and codes. All you need to open a SmartScan is the swipe of a registered fingertip. The use of personal physical features . . .

Posted: 2008-06-08

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Cottage foundation concerns pose dilemma

QUESTION: I was reading an article about the proper foundation for Manitoba soil on the Internet and was directed to your site through the article. I have a small property in Matlock, close to Winnipeg Beach. We have spent the . . .

Posted: 2010-05-08

Winterize your home for comfort and savings

With colder days coming, right now is an excellent time to take stock of your home and prepare for the winter months. A few simple steps taken right now can lower energy bills and increase home safety and comfort this . . .

Posted: 2020-10-31

Bladeless fans cool in more ways than one

These 'air multipliers' are safer for kids and pets than traditional models

‘Cooool your jets” could be the hot saying this summer with the introduction of innovative bladeless fans. Called "air multipliers, " the new technology provides maximum air flow without any of the maintenance and safety concerns of conventional portable fans. You may . . .

Posted: 2011-07-23