Going to SEED

Select your favourites for this year's garden

Thank goodness seed catalogues begin arriving in our mailboxes as early as mid-November.Perusing the vast variety of plant choices when the garden outdoors is frozen over can be a pleasurable indoor pursuit but come January, it's time to make your . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

If you don't know, consult a pro

QUESTION: I was told you may be able to help me. If building a farmhouse, what are the electrical requirements for electrical receptacles in bedrooms? Are they required at all? If it is mandatory that they be installed in bedrooms, . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

Tips for doing reno right in new year

Planning ahead paramount for a smooth and timely job

It's the new year, and many homeowners are thinking about renovating some part of their home. The goal of any renovation is to add value, whether it's in the materials and finishes going into the home or for improvements to . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

Oven cleaner accidently sprayed on floor

QUESTION: I bought my regular fabric softener but with a different scent. I find the new scent is overpowering. I tried mixing it with my usual scent but even that is too strong. Can you suggest anything other than throwing . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

Squeeze play

Home gains space when design adjusted to fit on narrow lot

When you're a new home builder, challenges come in many shapes and sizes.Take lots, for example. They can be big, small or medium-sized. It's then up to the builder to come up with a home design that fits the lot . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

Elbow room galore

St. Vital condo complex won't feel like you're downsizing

One of the most vexing problems associated with downsizing to a condominium is space, or, to put it more succinctly, a lack of it.That's why -- as an empty-nester couple -- it's critically important to find not only a condominium, . . .

Posted: 2014-01-18

The place to find reno experts under one roof

Today and Sunday are the last two days of the Kitchen Bath and Renovation Show at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg. The show runs today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. If . . .

Posted: 2014-01-11

See what you can do at home

Kitchen, Bath & Renovation Show provides welcome respite from winter

IF you need a break from winter's seemingly endless sub-zero onslaught, there's an event you might want to add to your to-do list this weekend -- the Kitchen, Bath & Renovation Show. The 14th annual edition of the show, presented . . .

Posted: 2014-01-11

Shake it up by turning bland into grand

A pretty but predictable décor is safe and unoriginal. Matching sets of what-have-you can leave your home lacking verve. To rise above the department store display room look you have to bring in some original, unique pieces that will speak . . .

Posted: 2014-01-11

Sold and Offered

SOLD   Norwood Flats Address: 656 Lyndale Dr. Asking Price: $239, 565 Sold Price: $198, 000 Taxes: $2, 183.70 Square Footage: 1, 170 Lot size: 30 x 120 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Selling agent: Matt Blumberg, Monopoly Realty, 204-232-6288   OFFERED   Algonquin Estates Address: 193 Ragsdill Rd. Asking Price: $389, 900 Taxes: $4, 137.59 Square Footage: 1, 500 Bedrooms: . . .

Posted: 2014-01-11