SOLUTIONS: Measuring rice need not be wild disaster

QUESTION: The other day I cooked wild rice and was embarrassed when I ran out before everyone at the table had a helping. What is the best measuring tool for wild rice? In other words, how much rice will one . . .

Posted: 2011-11-26

Fishy dishwasher needs good cleaning

Check filter, use a bleach solution

QUESTION — How can I get rid of a fishy smell coming from the inside of my dishwasher? — Jean ANSWER — Old food stuck in the filter of the dishwasher is a common reason for the unit to carry a . . .

Posted: 2020-08-29

Soap and water likely enough to remove gasoline stains from concrete

Question: Gas spilled onto the concrete floor in the garage. Is there any way to get rid of it? Laura Answer: Remove gasoline stains on your driveway with the following technique: Using a garden hose, spray the area with . . .

Posted: 2022-09-24

No simple answer to heating a crawl space

QUESTION: Firstly, thank you for saving me with your previous article on how to properly heat a crawl space. I had purchased the R20 insulation and was about to start insulating the floor until I read your article.Quick question for . . .

Posted: 2012-05-26

Homeowner lets the future shine in

Winnipegger hopes to one day rely solely on alternative energy sources

When it comes to using electricity Jeremy Choy is always looking to save money and help the environment, so as much as possible he chooses to harness the power of the sun. "For me it’s not about the short game, it’s . . .

Posted: 2017-11-18

SOLUTIONS: Spray paint on couch poses difficult problem

QUESTION: I have three drops of white spray paint on my microfibre sofa and loveseat. I spray-painted a mask and thought if I waved it around, it would dry faster. I didn't realize it had some wet paint on it . . .

Posted: 2012-11-10

CONNIE OLIVER: Festive focus

Holiday décor can be beautifully wild or subtle

It's beginning to look a lot like the holiday season. To add a festive flair to your home this season, Home Hardware Stores Ltd., through its Beauti-Tone paint division, has some great holiday decorating projects to help you put the . . .

Posted: 2012-12-15

TREE CARE: Rain could leave trees prone to disease

The large amount of rain we've had in southern Manitoba this spring and early summer has certainly been a blessing for many plants. But there's a downside to excessive rain, especially when it comes over a short period of time. In . . .

Posted: 2009-08-02

Have it all in Highland Pointe

Cab-over design maximizes style and efficiency

For families, the key to a home’s livability isn’t necessarily how big it is. Rather, its livability is derived from how its space is utilized. Spencer Curtis of Hilton Homes that few models are as functional and family-friendly as cab-over plans. “That’s . . .

Posted: 2023-02-04

Do-it-yourself family heirloom

Garden table is ideal project for first stab at mosaic work

The beauty and artistry of mosaic design are seen throughout history as a favoured decorative style. Architecture is enriched by walls and floors decorated with mosaics employed on interior and exterior surfaces. The enduring nature of the craft is witnessed . . .

Posted: 2008-07-06