Heat-recovery ventilator should handle steam-shower moisture

QUESTION: I just purchased a 10-year-old house that has a Lennox HRV unit. I want to convert a bathroom tub and add a steam shower. Is the HRV sufficient for the steam or do I require an exhaust fan? If . . .

Posted: 2019-07-13

Rose mallow's time to shine

Gardeners successful in overwintering this hardy hibiscus

After putting all her energy towards growing into a tall, sturdy and leafy shrub-like clump, July is the month when rose mallow hibiscus hybrid reveals herself in all her glory. You wouldn’t want to be a wallflower vying for attention . . .

Posted: 2019-07-13

Tips for how to stage the perfect 'shelfie'

I have been seeing the #shelfie hashtag popping up all over social media lately. A "shelfie" is a play on the ever-popular "selfie" but focuses on a beautifully decorated shelf. Not only do we love an impeccable vignette, we also adore . . .

Posted: 2019-07-13

Mid-level townhome with a high-end feel

New player Danzante's commitment to quality is clear

When some builders construct a home set at a mid-level price point, the overall quality of the home usually matches its selling price. That’s not the case with Danzante Luxury Homes, says their sales manager, Phil Mosher of Keller Williams Real . . .

Posted: 2019-07-13

Familiarize yourself with the process

A lot goes into building a new home -- make sure you know what to expect and when

A very common and important question most new homebuyers ask when looking at building a new home is "How long it will take for our new home to be built?" Just how long does the whole construction process usually take and . . .

Posted: 2019-07-13

Remodelled residence is a rare find

Two-storey house feels fresh in a mature neighbourhood

Until about roughly a year ago, 1139 Lorette Ave. was part of a quaint collection of bungalows on one of Crescentwood’s majestically mature streets. Today, the home — which had existed in that state for 63 years — is now a . . .

Posted: 2019-07-13

Rockin' The Dock

A guide to curating the perfect waterfront happy hour

As summer peaks and the buzz around the lake is more than the mosquitos, it's time to think about how to make the most of every hour at the cottage. From serving dishes to summer song lists, happy hour by . . .

Posted: 2019-07-12

Passion for repurposed pallets

Winnipeg man specializes in reclaiming wooden platforms for home walls

Palate, palette, pallet. Today’s column is about the great things Winnipegger Alan Sirtonski is doing with one of the above. In case you’re confused, the palate is the roof of your mouth, a palette is the flat board an artist mixes paint . . .

Posted: 2019-07-06

Use sandpaper on Tyndall stone buildup

Question: We have a front bow window under which is Tyndall stone. The window ledge and the stone under the window have turned black. What is the best remedy for removing the unwanted buildup? If it is better done professionally, . . .

Posted: 2019-07-06

Building a more resilient future

South Osborne community garden promotes environmental sustainability practices

Rod Kueneman and Tiffany Grenkow are garden stewards for the food forest at Sustainable South Osborne Community Co-operative (SSOCC). Located at 250 Churchill Dr., the fruit orchards and network of riverside garden plots near Riverview Health Centre are models of . . .

Posted: 2019-07-06