Glass tiles add sparkle to kitchen, bath

Dear Debbie: We are doing a quick kitchen makeover and like your advice about decorating the backsplash area to give the space some character. Are glass tiles going to get dated? We may be transferred in a year or so . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

GARDENING: Cherry picker

Hardy fruit choices for backyard growers

In spite of the extreme climate, the Prairies can support a multitude of unique fruit crops such as dwarf sour cherry, seabuckthorn and northern hardy grapes that are not only hardy here but produce an abundance of delicious, fresh fruit, . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

U.S. housing recovery impacts Canadian market

Many people think the recent U.S. economic and housing crisis was a stand-alone event that had little or no impact on the Canadian market. That's simply not true. It played a big part then, continues to do so now and . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

SOLD & OFFERED: May 11-13

SOLD: River Park South ADDRESS: 38 Vadeboncoeur Dr. SOLD PRICE: $450, 000 ASKING PRICE: $459, 900 TAXES: $5, 214 SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2, 308 BEDROOMS: 4 BATHROOMS: 3.5 LOT SIZE: 46 x 115 LISTING AGENT: Vijay Guliani, Realty Plus Inc., 204-897-0800 NORTH KILDONAN ADDRESS: 443 Springfield Rd. SOLD PRICE: $222, 200 ASKING PRICE: $199, 900 TAXES: . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

Big, bright beauty

Space, sunlight dominate charm of design by Gino's Homes

When you are parents of an active, growing family, you can never have enough space.That's why a seemingly minor feature -- such as a second-floor loft -- is actually a major feature for families looking for spaces that will provide . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

Big, bright beauty

Space, sunlight dominate charm of design by Gino's Homes

When you are parents of an active, growing family, you can never have enough space. That's why a seemingly minor feature -- such as a second-floor loft -- is actually a major feature for families looking for spaces that will provide . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

Feeling refreshed

Home built in the 1970s gets a modern makeover

We've all heard the saying, "You can't judge a book by its cover." Which is a way of saying, "What you're going to find inside is a whole lot better than what you see on the surface." Turns out, the reverse . . .

Posted: 2013-05-11

RENOVATIONS: Dealing with decks

A look at planking, from treated and natural lumber to composite materials

Decks have become so ubiquitous that it's difficult to find a house or cottage that doesn't have some elevated appendage jutting into the back or front yard. Scientists suggest our need to dwell above the earth may be related to . . .

Posted: 2013-05-04

GARDENING: Wall flowers

Vines are masters of disguise

Need to screen something unattractive from your view or enhance privacy when neighbours are within less than a stone's throw? Fencing and lattice screens can be useful but why not create a leafy living wall with four-season interest? Vines satisfy . . .

Posted: 2013-05-04

SOLUTIONS: Vinegar effective against mold and bacteria

QUESTION: Could you enlarge please on the antiseptic properties of vinegar? I am using it exclusively now and feel very good doing so, but I would like some info on just how effective it is. What I do suggest also is . . .

Posted: 2013-05-04