Captivating and historic in Armstrong’s Point

Massive home a part of Manitoba’s heritage

Wander through any neighbourhood in the city and scan the homes that line either side of the street, and you’ll find that there’s always one home that clearly stands out from the rest. That’s the case with a stately home . . .

Posted: 2023-02-18

Let’s fall in love (again) with Lilies

New book by Neepawa author celebrates Canadian lily hybridizers and valuable perennial

The elegant beauty of lilies makes it one of the most familiar and valuable garden plants. It would be an understatement to say that Leanne Dowd is in love with the genus Lilium. Dowd’s expansive garden in Neepawa includes . . .

Posted: 2023-02-11

Electric water heater likely better choice than gas

Question: I changed over from a gas water heater to electric some years ago. It was done at the time that I replaced my gas furnace with a high efficiency unit. The advantages at that time were as outlined . . .

Posted: 2023-02-11

The heat is on

Repurposed furnace warms up frigid garage

One of the greatest joys in life in repurposing, finding another use for something that may have otherwise been discarded — this always puts a great big grin on my face. Recently, I wrote a column regarding an upgrade . . .

Posted: 2023-02-11

Aspire offers inspired living in Fort Garry

Stylish townhomes loaded with value and function

As important as location is for any condominium project, two other factors play a prominent role in how it’s ultimately received by consumers. The first factor is quality. If finishes in suites are perceived as mediocre, then the project already . . .

Posted: 2023-02-11

Double your investment in River Heights

Neighbouring homes hit market together

A rare home buying opportunity has come up in River Heights North, says Michael Leclerc of Royal LePage Top Producers. “I just listed two homes next to each other at 113 and 115 Campbell St., ” he says. “The owner . . .

Posted: 2023-02-11

Quality training never goes out of style

On February 14 and 15, the Construction Safety Association of Manitoba (CSAM) will again be hosting its annual Safety Conference at the RBC Convention Centre. This conference, recognized as one of the best construction safety conferences in Canada, offers . . .

Posted: 2023-02-04

Painter’s tape helps with sticky situation

Bathroom silicone replacement made easy

One of the aspects of tub and shower ownership, is the eventuality of silicone failure. No matter the diligence in ensuring to dry areas of the tub, at some point the silicone along the perimeter of the tub will . . .

Posted: 2023-02-04

Adding rigid insulation to new home will enhance comfort, efficiency

Question: We are building a new home, with the exterior finish being stucco. We are toying with the idea of installing some type of solid insulation over the sheeting, to reduce heat loss through the wood studs. Is this . . .

Posted: 2023-02-04

Practicing what they teach

Landscape pros and gardeners making a difference with sustainable design techniques

When landscape design professionals meet with their potential clients, they pay close attention to what their clients need and want. Demand by customers for pollinator-friendly plants that support nature and biodiversity has gone from niche to mainstream. Biodiversity-saving solutions and . . .

Posted: 2023-02-04