SOLUTIONS: Denture tablets clean your toilet bowl, too

QUESTION: I am looking for an alternate solution to commercial toilet-bowl cleaners. Would you have one that I can make at home? I am really impressed with the window cleaner that you printed, so hope you may be able . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

Seed or Sod?

Either grass-growing technique offers advantages

"Why not just low lawns under?" That was the question posed to the audience at a recent presentation by Dr. Michael Brownridge from Ontario's Vineland Research and Innovation Centre at the Canadian Master Gardener Conference at Huntsville, . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

Backyard on a budget

Plants, cushions, bold accents among stylish ways to save

TORONTO -- It's a party spot, play area and private retreat rolled into one -- all nestled within the cosy confines of home. And with the arrival of warmer weather, many will be inclined to spend time revelling in their outdoor . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

MIKE HOLMES: Finished basement needs proper insulation

One of the most popular renovation jobs is to redo a basement. Done properly, a finished basement can add a lot of livable space to your home. It usually becomes a place where the kids -- and sometimes adults (What . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Aluminum wiring requires special plug-in receptacles

QUESTION: My home was built in 1978 or 1979. It has aluminum wiring. Lately, I am noticing sparking in different plugs when I plug something in. Is this something to be concerned about. Thank you. Barb Wild ANSWER: Sometimes when minor . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

CONNIE OLIVER: Bright ideas

Add bling to lamps

I happened upon some stunning new lighting at a local furniture store recently that really piqued my interest and imagination. This new trend in lamp and lighting design adds a little bling to standard table and floor lamps as well as . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

Reno seminar aims to fulfill your dreams

Winter can't last forever, can it? Eventually, the snow has to melt, the ground has to thaw and the flowers and grass have to grow. We've been locked inside our houses for far too long this year and, when we finally . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

SOLD & OFFERED: Apr. 27-13

SOLD Maples Address: 1162 Beauty Ave. Asking price $194, 900 Sold Price: $194, 900 Taxes: $2, 027.57 Square Footage: 1, 080 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1.5 Lot Size: 20 x 100 Listing/Selling Agent: Enrico Racciatti, Royal LePage Prime Real Estate, 204-989-7900 Transcona Address: 425 Dowling Ave. E. Asking Price: $189, 900 Sold Price: $214, 500 Taxes: . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

Enchanting Eva

Larger lot makes elegant two-storey even more family-friendly

Oh, the difference an extra bit of width can make. A prime example is The Eva II, a two-storey Hilton Custom Homes show home found at 115 Southview Crescent in South Pointe. Designed to be built on either a 42-foot or . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27

Super starter condo

Perfect for young professional who desires style and good location

When it comes to buying a home, we all have to start somewhere. However, in this day and age of flips and inflated prices, it's difficult to know where to start. If you're in your early to mid-20s and are just . . .

Posted: 2013-04-27