Day at lake doesn't feel like day at work

Deck repair brings great joy and intoxicating views

A two-hour journey down Highway 1 east, a quick boat ride to an island cottage, great conversation over a lovely meal and scenery that takes your breath away — does this sound like a nice day trip or weekend getaway? . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

Coffee and vanilla can combat prominent cauliflower smell in fridge

QUESTION: I am having trouble getting the smell of cauliflower out of my fridge. I have washed the fridge with vinegar and now have a dish of lemon juice and vinegar inside. I also have two boxes of baking soda . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

Neighbour's marijuana odours can be blunted

Check and seal all common wall areas in your townhome

QUESTION: We have small children, and our neighbours are growing marijuana plants in their basement. We are adjoining townhouses, with concrete walls in between. How are townhome basements and firewalls constructed? Is it only concrete walls separating us, or is . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

A new direction

International Peace Garden prepares for massive expansion

If you haven’t visited in a very long time, the first impression you will have of the International Peace Garden is that it is nothing like what you remember. Forget the boring floral clock planted with 2, 000 to 5, . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

Decorate your home with metal

METALworks Architectural Products can create 'pretty much anything you can draw'

If you’re thinking you’d like to enhance your home or cottage with a classy custom metal house number sign — with your name included as well if you like — or a wonderful work of metal art to adorn an . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

Live the empty-nester life in style

50-plus community features high-end, open-concept apartments

About three years ago, Louis Pereira of Sherwood Developments (2016) Ltd. happened to drive by an expansive lot on Beaverhill Boulevard in Southdale. He immediately envisioned what he could do with the lot, which was just larger than four acres in . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

No rush to figure out your dream home

Take the time -- ask the right questions early on

So you visited the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Fall Parade of Homes show homes last month and you picked out your new dream home and the builder who will make it a reality. Where does the process of building your . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

A family home to grow in

Canterbury Park house has the space to suit all your needs

For some families, a home’s size — and a flexible floor plan — really does matter. Lori Hopfner of Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate says she just listed a seven-year-old, two-storey home that checks those two boxes, and more. "No doubt about . . .

Posted: 2019-10-12

DON'T SINK YOUR MONEY INTO ANYTHING BUT A DYNASTY EXPERIENCE

The Dynasty Bathrooms & Kitchen Centre legacy is one built on hard work and handshakes. More than three decades ago, Ken Onsowich began working with clients one-on-one, from his home in East Kildonan. A small operation, he did everything . . .

Posted: 2019-10-11

Liquid desserts to serve at Thanksgiving

Looking to contribute to Thanksgiving dinner this long weekend with ease and style? Why not ditch the pie or forgo the ho-hum cheese plate and wow your guests with class? Thanksgiving is the perfect time to explore cocktail creations and . . .

Posted: 2019-10-10