Preserving the past one piece at a time

One man’s trash is Mustard’s treasure

“I’ll just show you where the key is and you can come help yourself to whatever you like.” Never, never say that to me. Please. Ever. Y’see last weekend I responded to an ad about some old vehicles being sold as part . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

Stained stucco likely weather related

Question: I have a vertical line of brown appearing on my stucco, from under the eaves running down the wall, that appears after rains. This just started this year with the heavy rains. I am wondering if there is a . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

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

Selkirk is shaping its climate future

Manitoba city planting trees and introducing more naturalized settings

Trees in the urban landscape provide many benefits including beauty, shade, privacy, protection from wind, stormwater retention, improved air quality, increased property values, habitat for wildlife, as well as health and wellness benefits. Trees influence our sense of place. When . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

Escaping from the rain has never been easier

TREX RainEscape is a trough system that catches and diverts rainfall

As the rains recently continued to fall incessantly my memory took me back to a huge double composite deck project that also included a cantilevered balcony to match. Because the balcony protrudes above one of the decks, it would be . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

Sage Creek stunner loaded and luxurious

Large two-storey bursting with style and function

Luxury can’t be forced. Rather, it must unfold naturally, with each design feature woven seamlessly into the overall design of a home. That’s exactly what happens with the A-2351, says Warren Moran, Avanti Custom Homes’ sales representative for the 2, 351-square-foot two-storey . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

Style and solitude in Richmond West

Large split-level offers backyard oasis

It’s something most of us aspire to, but never experience: living in a home that feels like a cottage, yet is in the heart of the city. That’s the exact feel you experience the instant you step inside 22 Harbour Bay, . . .

Posted: 2022-05-28

Stud wall inside ICF foundation a good call

Question: I’m in the process of preparing to finish an ICF basement and was going to frame the basement with 2x4 finger-jointed lumber. The rationale is that I plan on being in this house for several decades and I want . . .

Posted: 2022-05-21

Clearing hurdles a big part of home renos

Inventive tower works like a charm

A renovation does provide the chance for redesign. Be that as it may, an existing layout may suffice and all that is needed is an aesthetic overhaul. When first establishing the new design for my upstairs bathroom several years ago, . . .

Posted: 2022-05-21

Garden club plant sales are back in the swing of things

Club members digging up, dividing, and sharing their plants for your garden

“Going once, going twice, sold!” On Wednesday, May 25 and Thursday, May 26, starting at 6:30 p.m., Charleswood Garden Club will be taking bids on a huge assortment of plants when they host their online plant auction. One of Manitoba’s . . .

Posted: 2022-05-21