How to do laminates all by yourself

Doing some homework before purchasing the flooring of your choice is key

The most common DIY renovation queries that infiltrate my inbox always seem to involve laminate flooring. What type of laminates should I use? What’s the difference between regular laminates and vinyl laminates? Is the installation process easy, so I can . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Don't have it, fake it

Designers are opting for faux architectural accents

Lusting after exposed brick walls or a ceiling punctuated with rustic wood beams? Here’s an idea: fake it. Decorative architectural accents, such as imitation stone countertops and hardboard panels of embossed "brick, " are increasingly popular solutions in home renovations. To . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Don't have it, fake it

Designers are opting for faux architectural accents

Lusting after exposed brick walls or a ceiling punctuated with rustic wood beams? Here’s an idea: fake it. Decorative architectural accents, such as imitation stone countertops and hardboard panels of embossed "brick, " are increasingly popular solutions in home renovations. To . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Creating a lush garden on a modest budget

We dream of a day when every piece of produce we could ever desire is in our very own backyard. Getting there, however, takes time and one other key ingredient: money to invest in the items you need. Gardening on . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Make your home spring with soft colours, sweet arrangements

The official start of spring is only days away. And if you are like me, you can’t wait. As you welcome this season of new life into your heart, do the same in your home. I asked Molly, one of . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

When opportunity knocks, you answer

Sometimes a chance presents itself that you just have to take

G’day. I’ve got a couple of things to share as we head into spring on this fine Saturday: first, a letter to warm the cockles of your heart — whatever they are — and second, because the letter is from . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Dramatic temperature change gets that roof popping

Don't lose sleep over the loud cracks and bangs you're hearing at night

Question: We have a flat roof and the loud cracks in certain times during the winter months are very scary. Is there something that can be done ? Your reply is much appreciated. — Kind regards, Fred Hilf Answer: There are some issues . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Removing stains from marble countertops

QUESTION: My son built a new house that has a large marble counter in the kitchen. It has acquired marks on it, water rings etc., which cannot be removed just by wiping with a dishcloth. Can you tell me what . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Dramatic temperature change gets that roof popping

Don't lose sleep over the loud cracks and bangs you're hearing at night

Question: We have a flat roof and the loud cracks in certain times during the winter months are very scary. Is there something that can be done ? Your reply is much appreciated. — Kind regards, Fred Hilf Answer: There are some issues . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18

Spring Parade of Homes helped by warm weather

The weather of the past two weeks has helped bring interested visitors by the thousands to the Spring Parade of Homes. Opening weekend was unseasonably warm and this weekend looks to be another winner. With weekends like these, sales agents were . . .

Posted: 2017-03-18