Sold / Offered Jan 14

Sold / Offered Jan 14 The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CHMC) promotes itself as being Canada’s national housing agency for almost 70 years.Last week, the CMHC published the fourth quarter assessment for Canada and 15 major urban markets. I think . . .

Posted: 2017-01-14

All oak everything

Renovated condo keeps classic features after modernizing

It’s a dilemma that young couples often face: having the desire to own a single family home in a much-sought-after neighbourhood, but not the budget. Consequently, a young couple’s longing to live in a turn-of-the-century, character home in a storied . . .

Posted: 2017-01-14

In the life of a garden centre... Color amongst the White

The seasons change quickly in the life of a garden centre. Yes they do.As the north pole tilted to its furthest point creating the shortest day of light hours garden centres were in the midst of celebrating the festive season . . .

Posted: 2017-01-11

Raise the bar -- at home

Make your home the hottest spot in town, or at least the most stylish

With bar carts, cocktail shakers and glassware this good, who needs to go out?For the fan of redThe New Traditionalists’ bright red Bar Cart No. 1 makes a bold statement, but it also comes in black walnut, oak or maple. . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07

Come on down to the reno show

It’s January and that means it’s time for the Winnipeg Renovation Show running from Jan. 13 to the 15th at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg.This show has always kicked off the new year for home renovations and Manitobans lead the . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07

Layer sheeting and insulation to avoid moisture

Question: I have an attached garage that is not insulated. I store some odds and ends in the ceiling, such as shovels, Christmas lights, etc. I am planning on insulating my garage soon.The walls are straightforward, but there are many . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07

Keep garden pests at bay with chives, other herbs

Question: Although it is winter, I am thinking ahead to spring, and I need help getting rid of chive plants. They overtake my rock garden! I cut them down as far as I can but it seems they come back . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07

Get your house in shape for the new year

It’s that time of year in which we resolve to make our lives better. From eating healthier to getting more sleep, now is when we declare our intent to step it up a notch.Would it surprise you then, to hear . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07

Ice on your roof? Snow problem!

I climb up and shovel it off myself, but I strongly advise against doing the same

There’s a lot of snow building up on Manitoba roofs this winter. Or is it rooves. I mean if it’s hoof and hooves, does the same hold true of roofs and rooves?Apparently not. I wanted to know, so I looked . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07

Building a family deck for a former Blue Bomber

Enhancing Lynn and Gene Lakusiak's marvellous cottage property

My first renovation project for Lynn and Gene Lakusiak began in late 2014. A variety of upgrades to their home in Winnipeg ensued. Gene Lakusiak, a Winnipeg Blue Bomber in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and an active Blue . . .

Posted: 2017-01-07