Blown-in insulation effective and safe

Question: I have an inquiry regarding spray foam insulation. I am having renovators create a new bedroom in the attic above our existing double attached garage. The renovation professionals and the engineers all recommend spray foam insulation as the material of . . .

Posted: 2016-04-16

CONNIE OLIVER: Get inspired and think outside the paint can

I wanted to feature this particular dining-room photograph today because of its unconventional design. Dana Tomic Hughes, the designer who created this avant-garde space for Dulux Paints, has piqued my interest. You're probably asking yourself if this room is actually finished, . . .

Posted: 2012-02-25

Get your garage in gear

Storage solutions abound in a hardware store near you

A garage can be the ultimate multipurpose room -- the place where you have your workshop, where recycling bins are kept, where garden equipment and supplies are stored, sports equipment is organized and, not least, where your car and perhaps . . .

Posted: 2010-10-23

Lettuce not forget to thin out seedlings

A new gardener, who is trying her hand at vegetable gardening, planted seeds of lettuce, carrot and radish. Now that they're all sprouting, she's not sure how many to leave growing and how many to thin out. In fact, she and . . .

Posted: 2008-07-06

Urban OASIS

Tranquility awaits in the middle of the city

It’s an opportunity for young families and empty nesters that seldom presents itself. A comprehensively upgraded home in a mature, walkable neighbourhood 10 minutes from downtown and a host of amenities. Not to mention a warm, welcoming home that backs . . .

Posted: 2016-07-09

Soaring views from bodacious balconies

Headingley home in progress a towering castle

This isn’t a home, it’s a castle. The first thing that caught my eye about this magnificent home being built by Pattyn Ventures in Taylor Farm in Headingley, is that it features both main floor and second floor balconies. Combine that . . .

Posted: 2020-05-09

Have a certified plumber inspect smelly drain

Question: About a year and a half ago I had our bathroom completely renovated with a new tub, toilet, flooring and Ikea sink and vanity. Since November I have noticed a slight sewer smell coming from the sink. A friend . . .

Posted: 2020-01-18

Maintenance key for home mechanicals

Question: We currently live in a home that has both a natural gas heating system as well as an on-demand hot water heater. I would like to know how often these should be serviced, annually or over a longer time . . .

Posted: 2021-03-27

Address issues with home before warranty expires

Question: We've been living in our newly built home for about a month now. We have a home warranty that will cover some of the problems we might find and I just came across some issues that I was hoping . . .

Posted: 2014-11-22

Industrial accents can spruce up your decor

There's something so uniquely interesting about industrial accents in the decor. The rough-hewn textures and finishes add lots of visual interest and a sense of history.The awesome accessories, pictured here, can be found at Wicker World in Winnipeg. These decorative . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06