Coffee grounds keep curious cats out of mischief

Question: I saw the blurb about using used coffee grounds to keep cats away from the Christmas tree. Will this work to keep cats from scratching behind furniture? Do the grounds have to be kept moist or can they be . . .

Posted: 2016-01-02

SOLD JAN 2

SOLD:GARDEN CITYADDRESS: 56 Verbena St.ASKING PRICE: $299, 000SOLD PRICE: $281, 000TAXES: $4, 029.12SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 430LOT SIZE: 60 x 120BEDROOMS: 3BATHROOMS: 1.5SELLING AGENT: Ken Maines, Maximum Realty, 204-999-9078SOLD:ISLAND LAKESADDRESS: 7 Frigate BayASKING PRICE: $379, 900SOLD PRICE: $370, 000TAXES: $4, 306.32SQUARE . . .

Posted: 2016-01-02

Affordability key to strong local housing market

As we start a new year, I thought it might be beneficial to look at what's happening, what could happen, and what should happen with housing in Winnipeg and throughout Manitoba.I was delighted to hear of Canada's commitment recently to . . .

Posted: 2016-01-02

Stains in attic not always cause for concern

Question: Last winter I took a look into the attic and noticed black stains and water marks on a portion of the sheathing material. This summer I cleaned the portion of the black stain with a dry mop, as much . . .

Posted: 2016-01-02

Two-storey design delivers style and value

There seems to be the perception that $500, 000 -- or more -- is required to buy a new home in South Pointe. That's not the case, said RE/MAX Performance Realty's Terry Gallinger, an A & S Homes sales representative . . .

Posted: 2016-01-02

Breathing room

Island Lakes split-level perfect for large family

Once a growing family outgrows their starter home, they have a decision to make. In an effort to gain guaranteed space and efficiency, do they build a new home, or do they search for a suitable resale home? RE/MAX Performance . . .

Posted: 2016-01-02

Spread peanut butter to remove glue residue

Question: I have laminated flooring in my living room. I used double-sided tape to secure an area rug. Now I cannot remove the tapes glue from the flooring. What can I use? Thanks. Dally, WinnipegAnswer: Use a hair dryer, WD-40 . . .

Posted: 2015-12-26

Manitoba's residential construction industry vital to the province

As 2015 draws to a close, the Manitoba Home Builders' Association (MHBA) wants to take this opportunity to recognize and thank those people who made this past year a success. The residential construction industry is a huge part of Manitoba's . . .

Posted: 2015-12-26

Shake up your decor with paint in the new year

The new year will soon be upon us and I think this is a great time to plan for an exciting design year to come. Let's shake things up a little next year. This photo, courtesy of PPG Paints, is a . . .

Posted: 2015-12-26

Fixing frosty door may not be worth trouble

Question: We had new doors and windows installed in our home about three years ago. Our home was built in 1985. Our problem is with the front door and storm door. Every winter the storm door frosts up solid. We . . .

Posted: 2015-12-26