Foundation best left to pros

Question: I have a 130-year-old home in St. Boniface that needs to have eavestroughs looked at, as they are dumping a lot of water beside the rubble foundation. I also need to look at grading, but my big question is . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

How to make baking sheets sparkle again

QUESTION -- I have some favourite baking sheets and muffin pans. They are shiny aluminum, but they tend to become brown and have developed a sticky coating. Because they are my favorites, I would really like to clean them and . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

Paint debate

The old oil-versus-water debate

Are oil-based alkyds a better product than water-based acrylic/latex paints?Most people will agree acrylic or latex paints are superior for indoor use because they have a low odour, are easy to clean with water and come in numerous colour/tone choices . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

Sold Sept 6

SOLD:River HeightsADDRESS:ã 245 Cordova St.ASKING PRICE: ã$329, 900SOLD PRICE: ã$350, 200TAXES:ã $4, 768.64SQUARE FOOTAGE:ã 1, 460LOT SIZE:ã 50 x 103BEDROOMS:ã 3BATHROOMS: ã2LISTING AGENT: Ken Maines, Maximum Realty, 204-999-9078SOLD:CharleswoodADDRESS: 39 Hammond Rd.ASKING PRICE: $269, 900SOLD PRICE: $280, 900TAXES: $3, 148.63SQUARE FOOTAGE: . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

Driving a hard bargain

Builders offering vehicle credit incentive on Niverville bungalow

It's something new-home buyers have seen before -- an incentive to buy a home.That incentive might come in the form of a package of no-charge upgrades in the kitchen, a larger garage or a deluxe ensuite for the price of . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

Your palace awaits

Home offers perfect balance between privacy, luxury and location

It's something we all do at one time or another: daydream about how the rich and famous live.When it comes to Winnipeg, thoughts -- and rightfully so -- tend to drift the way of one of the city's most affluent . . .

Posted: 2014-09-06

THE BEAUTY OF GARLIC

Great for cooking, warding off fungal diseases

"In the natural world everything has its place with flavour."So says Jon Royal, executive chef of the School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts at Red River College."Between onions and garlic in the plant kingdom, both have such a . . .

Posted: 2014-08-30

Make your appliances do all the work

Consider personal needs and preferences when outfitting kitchen

Ever hear the saying the devil is in the details? When it comes to your new condo, that's certainly true. And if you can properly accessorize, the excitement, rather than the devil, can occupy your details.Many condo buyers want to . . .

Posted: 2014-08-30

Functional flair

Make your home office productive and comfortable

Whether you work from home or want to create a stylish study space for your children, choosing the right office furniture is key to maximizing your productivity and ensuring you stay on task and work comfortably.Your home office should be . . .

Posted: 2014-08-30

Is a kitchen reno ever DIY?

A few reasons you might need to call in the pros

Whether you plan to go the DIY route or hire a designer, general contractor or kitchen company, staffing a kitchen renovation depends on what you plan to do.If you're just replacing the kitchen cabinets, a professional kitchen cabinet company will . . .

Posted: 2014-08-30