Culprit behind damp basement carpet will determine care

Question: Let me describe the issue and ask, under which circumstance should I lay carpet again? In our carpeted basement bedroom, I always wore footwear. On one occasion, I was barefoot and found the carpet underfoot to be damp. Two . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

Microwave vanilla to get rid of burnt popcorn smell

Question: I read your suggestions on this some time ago and have totally forgotten what you recommended. I let popcorn cook too long in my microwave oven and it burnt. The smell of scorched fake butter lingers and it’s nasty. I . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

Sweeten holidays with candy-inspired designs

Amid a seasonal sea of red and green or silver and blue, there’s a sweet, alternative palette in holiday decor. Think of fresh fruits and delectable candies, and you’re on the right track — it’s an enticing, enchanting array of sugarplum . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

Mission impossible: Christmas gifts for teens

Technology has changed the definition of a 'good gift'

Your average home is a MUCH different place over the next month. I mean, consider the food and drink intake alone. As Dr. Phil says, "You choose the action, you choose the consequences." That has me wondering about what I might weigh . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

Luxury comes standard with the Morrison

Efficiently designed space provides great flow for young families

When it comes to purchasing a new home, it’s the little design details that often tip the scales in a buyer’s decision to choose one home over another. With that in mind, Randall Homes has increased its focus on including more . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

No off-season for these show homes

Latest and greatest from MHBA's fall, spring parades open year-round

Manitoba’s spring and fall parades of homes are spectacular showcase events for the Manitoba residential construction industry. The parades showcase the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association home-building members, allow new homebuyers a chance to see the latest in new home options and . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

All luxury homes are not created equal

Spacious bungalow perfect for growing family

On the surface, one luxury home doesn’t look a whole lot different from another. However, while every high-end home possesses a grand exterior, interiors can contain some subtle but significant design differences. That’s the case with 64 Brookstone Pl., Cory Kehler of . . .

Posted: 2018-12-01

Window Replacement Essentials: Tips from the Pros

Due to harsh winter weather, high-quality windows have become a necessity for all residential applications in Winnipeg. Frosty Canadian winters require a lot of thought invested into the window replacement process, which involves a lot more than simple knowledge on . . .

Posted: 2018-11-27

Plan to plant these winning blooms

Top plants and shrubs of the year may prove welcome additions to your garden

Each November since 1990, the Perennial Plant Association announces its selection for the perennial plant of the year. Typically, the selections are suitable for a wide range of growing climates, including cold ones such as ours. Some past winners — including . . .

Posted: 2018-11-24

Designer garages: the future of luxury

As the price for urban space goes up, collectors turn to new storage solutions for their automobiles

Since the dawn of the 21st century, the wow factor of a house has centred on the trophy kitchen: a temple of polished stone counters, party-size islands and top-of-the-line appliances. But that’s all gotten a bit boring. A new status symbol . . .

Posted: 2018-11-24