Handled with care

Template a must when mounting new cabinet handles

Some of the most anxious moments can occur while doing tasks that take the least amount of time. That’s why it is so very important to ensure the proper measurements are taken, and a reliable process is undertaken. For instance, adding . . .

Posted: 2021-03-13

Forward thinking

Check out this stunning two-storey in the Spring Parade of Homes

When it comes to designing a family-oriented home, style and livability are not mutually exclusive. Which is to say that while style is important — everyone likes a visually-appealing home — functionality must not be overlooked, especially where active families are . . .

Posted: 2021-03-13

Practical luxury

Classic penthouse condo soothes and sizzles

At one time or another, we've all thought about what our ideal home would look like. In most instances, it would be a place where all your needs and wants have been anticipated — a spot where everything comes together magically . . .

Posted: 2021-03-13

Avoid these design downers for a dreamy decor

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Posted: 2021-03-06

Jurassic Rex Begonias make a gigantic impression

Award-winning series thrives indoors and outside

Demand for indoor and tropical foliage plants is at an all time high. In our desire to reconnect with nature, we are decorating our indoor and outdoor spaces with leafy houseplants and tropicals. Foliage will be everywhere this year — . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Buttermilk marinate the secret to delicious fried chicken

Question: Do you have any secrets for making really, good fried chicken? Seth Answer: I used to recommend, soaking the chicken overnight in canned chicken stock (one or two cans for six to eight pieces of chicken) because it brings out the . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Tankless water heaters likely not worth it here

Question: What is your opinion on tankless water heaters, particularly for use in the Winnipeg climate? Are they worth the cost and can they provide water hot enough in the winter when the temperature of the water entering the house . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Trapped in your garage lately?

Trapp Doors has been serving Manitobans for more than 25 years

Ever been trapped in your garage by your own garage door? If there’s one thing I’m not going to do today it’s make trap door jokes just because the subject of this column is Gerry Trapp of Trapp Doors. Nope. Not . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Slick storage

Lower-level closet gets long overdue makeover

Although renovations have remained steady of late, there was a period at the onset of the pandemic last March that resulted in just under three months of downtime. As a result, the jobs scheduled during that period were for the most-part . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Tested tips for a successful Spring Parade of Homes

The 2021 Spring Parade of Homes is well underway! Despite some winter weather stubbornly sticking around, visitors were still able to head out during the first week of the Spring Parade and visit many of the great show homes on . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06