Aging well

River Heights classic ready to just move in and enjoy

Buying a home in River Heights has its pros and cons.One one hand, you're buying into a home that offers classic, yesteryear styling in a mature, central location that's second to none. On the other hand -- in most cases . . .

Posted: 2011-12-17

Hundreds of millions in bad-drywall settlement

NEW ORLEANS -- A Chinese drywall manufacturer has agreed to pay hundreds of millions of dollars to resolve court claims by thousands of Gulf Coast property owners who say the product corroded pipes and wires and otherwise wrecked their homes, . . .

Posted: 2011-12-16

Record 23 homes built in 2011: Habitat for Humanity

For the Winnipeg division of Habitat for Humanity, 2011 was a record-breaking building year, as 23 total homes went up for families in need in Manitoba. The national non-profit organization engaged over 1, 000 volunteers and hundreds of working professionals to . . .

Posted: 2011-12-16

Curtains for 'limp fettuccine noodle' tabs

Hi Sam, In my kitchen, I have white cupboards, grey and white countertops and floor tiles, stainless steel appliances and Benjamin Moore Vintage Wine 2116-20 (a dark grey with a touch of wine) on my walls. The dining area is a mix . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Location of smell key to finding odour cause

QUESTION: I have been a homeowner for the last five years. We own a 22-year-old bungalow. My laundry room is on the main floor inside the kitchen. Our main washroom is adjacent to the laundry room and we have another . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

CONNIE OLIVER: In the mood

Choose your emotional palette before making colour decisions

These two rooms couldn't be more different. The living room has a calm, soothing atmosphere while the dining room emits a feeling of energy and vibrancy. I chose these two vastly different room styles so we can delve into how . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

MIKE HOLMES: Masonry hybrids the new kids on the block

I love when things are built to last. I think your house should outlast you. A big part of any structure's longevity and endurance has to do with its exterior finish. Working in the construction industry for over 20 years, I've . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

SOLUTIONS: Teapot colour got you steamed? Try vinegar

QUESTION: The inside of my teapot is quite brown. I have tried various solutions to get it white to no avail. Is there something that will help me get this clean? Stan, Portage la Prairie ANSWER: All you need to do . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Real or fake?

Real trees are greener: Here's how to choose and care for yours

Would you prefer a giant green upended toilet-bowl brush as a Christmas tree, or a real one? Indeed, the first manufacturer of the fake tree -- in 1930 -- was Addis, a brush company. Aluminum trees were first produced in 1958. There . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Follow your hearth

Fireplace a natural focal point to showcase Christmas style

The lure of hearth and home makes the fireplace a natural focal point and an accommodating canvas to showcase your Christmas style. And for the rushed decorator, the fireplace is a quick fix -- setting the mood for entertaining and for . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10