Avoiding mould grief in basement insulation

111I am currently developing my basement. My home was built in 1974. The previous owner had already framed the exterior walls and installed pink R12 fibreglass insulation along with a vapour barrier, probably around seven years ago. The vapour barrier . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

Be gentle when cleaning marble floors

QUESTION -- I have a problem with stains on marble flooring. Most stains are water and the tiles are also dulling with no shine. Is there a cure? Many thanks in advance. Glenda (Niverville)ANSWER -- Regardless of anything else you . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

A place for everything

In my fantasy world, I have unlimited storage in my home. Nothing is cram-packed into too-small spaces, and I have scads of open drawers and cabinets in which to effortlessly organize my essentials. But back here in the real world, . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

Want parents close by? Build a granny suite

Fifteen years ago, it was frowned upon to apply for a permit to build an addition called a granny suite. In those days, the preferred nomenclature employed by the City of Winnipeg was servants' quarters.Apparently, the city's mandarins believed granny . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

Photos help you picture that perfect decor

So you think you know what you want for your decor but can't quite make the final decisions. If you happen upon a photo of what you want, then you've found the answer to your concerns. Seeing your ideas set . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

Closed concept

Builders bucked current trend in favour of distinct spaces for unique Borealis Bay home

As a home builder, it can be difficult to be daringly different with home designs.Why? Because the homebuilding industry is driven by trends that include open-concept great rooms. Most homes on the market today, for better or for worse, are . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

Surprises await

Vintage 1900s home not what you would expect inside

It's a saying we all know well: Don't judge a book by its cover.As clichéd as it might be, in this case -- 102 Ruby St., a two-and-a-half-storey, early 1900s-vintage home in Wolseley -- the saying is very much appropriate. . . .

Posted: 2015-02-21

Spring into action: Perfect season to try new varieties of plants in your garden

What starts in the flower bed doesn't necessarily always stay in the flower bed. The very nature of sharing space means plants must be compatible to a large degree and show some respect for boundaries as well. There are expectations . . .

Posted: 2015-02-14

Trends in construction industry could be hitting home soon

Every day, I receive selected articles from across the country about issues that affect the residential construction industry. These can involve a multitude of topics ranging from government legislation to research studies to local issues. This past week, I noticed . . .

Posted: 2015-02-14

Rust-stained rug just needs a little scrub

QUESTION: I own a wool rug with a floral pastel design. The rug has rust stains from the feet of a metal coffee table. How do you suggest I clean this? Gail, WinnipegANSWER: Here are a few options for you, . . .

Posted: 2015-02-14