Deck the walls with new colours

We Canadians take our home entertaining seriously. According to a countrywide survey of Canadian painting habits conducted by leading brand CIL paint, living rooms and kitchens -- the most popular rooms for entertaining guests -- are second and third, respectively . . .

Posted: 2014-12-13

Bathroom exhaust fan critical to maintaining dry home

Question: My daughter and her partner bought a River Heights bungalow last November. It has a bathroom that has a window in the shower wall and no fan in the bathroom. The plan is to eventually use this as a . . .

Posted: 2014-12-13

Cottage country in the city

Elm Park beauty perfect for growing family

Buying a home tends to be an exercise in compromise. Which is to say, no home is perfect. No matter what, there's always one or two things about a home -- as good as it might be -- that you wish . . .

Posted: 2014-12-13

Sufferin' succulents!

Countless varieties lead to creative, attractive arrangements

Sometimes, the best ideas are borne from the desire to do anything other than what's on our to-do list.Can't find the motivation to get ready for the holidays? A creative boost might be all you need. Why not create a . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

2015 paint trends head in opposite directions

Both bold hues and softer shades will fill our interiors

Colour forecasts for 2015 are starting to emerge, with trends going in opposite directions.On the one hand, there's longtime British paint maker Farrow & Ball, predicting soft, comforting tones will be popular in the coming year to keep us grounded . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Industrial accents can spruce up your decor

There's something so uniquely interesting about industrial accents in the decor. The rough-hewn textures and finishes add lots of visual interest and a sense of history.The awesome accessories, pictured here, can be found at Wicker World in Winnipeg. These decorative . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Leaving insulation alone best course of action

Question: I read one of your articles in the Free Press about asbestos insulation. I recently took over a huge mortgage and bought out my husband's share of my home on separation. I think I am lucky to own the . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Jeans don't have to leave you feeling blue

QUESTION: I have a problem with my favourite jeans. They are about a year old and still leaching major dye to the point my underwear and the tops of my socks are ruined. I have tried numerous solutions: washing them . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Starting anew in Stonewall

Historic hardware store to enjoy renewed purpose

Renovations to older homes and buildings can be fascinating because they often merge the past with the present.A case in point is the former Ashdown Hardware in Stonewall, a building of historic import slowly being unveiled after decades of obscurity . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06

Sold DEC 6

SOLD:WildwoodADDRESS: 769 Waterford Ave.ASKING PRICE: $419, 000SOLD PRICE: $409, 000TAXES: $3, 779.74SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 400BEDROOMS: 4BATHROOMS: 2LOT SIZE: 50 x 150LISTING AGENT: Scott Moore, Realty Executives Premiere, 204-995-7355SOLD:St. AdolpheADDRESS: 7-409 Main St.ASKING PRICE: $209, 900SOLD PRICE: $209, 900TAXES: $1, 741.19SQUARE . . .

Posted: 2014-12-06