DEBBIE TRAVIS: Replicate the look of leather

Hand-made decor never really goes out of style

There is a trend I mentioned in one of my columns at the beginning of the year that continues to grow. The interest in all things hand made, from hand-painted details on furniture and accessories to mosaics and needlework crafts, . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Using heating cords to melt roof snow a bad idea

QUESTION: We have a split-level home in Winnipeg. Last winter, there was an extreme accumulation of snow on the north side where the gable of the living room meets the vertical section of the house that accommodates the upstairs bedrooms. . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

MIKE HOLMES: Avoid a Christmas reno ho-ho-horror story

Homeowners always want renovations done in time for the holidays -- there's this big rush to make sure the house looks good when company comes. And, this year there's added pressure to take advantage of the home renovation tax credit . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

SOLUTIONS: Remove that busted light bulb with a spud

QUESTION: I was trying to replace a burnt-out light bulb in my overhead kitchen light fixture, and the bulb broke, leaving the socket and some broken fragments behind. How do I get this out? Moira, Winnipeg ANSWER: Turn off the electrical . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

SOLD-OFFERED- Nov. 14-09

St. James Address: 292 Hampton Asking Price: $114, 900 Sold Price: $113, 500 Taxes: $1, 232 Square Footage: 800 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Lot Size: 25 x 96 Listing Agent: Vijay Guliani, Realty Plus Inc, 897-0800 St. Vital Address: 21 Brentford Road Asking Price: $179, 900 Sold Price: $191, 500 Taxes: $2, 022.66 Square . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

Movin' on up (or down)

Bungalow design offes something for both types of buyer

Whether they know it or not, home-buyers looking to move up or move down to a new home are likely to share the need for a pair of essentials. What would those essentials be? Space, and amenities. Those looking to move . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

From warehouse to home

Gorgeous Ashdown condo the cream of core's stylish renewal

In this day and age of suburbia, we don't often think of what it was like to live in our fair city 100 years ago. Back then, folks lived in homes dominated by wood, brick, plaster and, quite often, high . . .

Posted: 2009-11-14

How To Winterize Your Home

For those of us who live in a climate with four distinct seasons, winter can take its toll on just about everything – even our homes. It’s best to prepare your home for the colder months for many reasons: you . . .

Posted: 2009-11-13

He's baaack

It's time to show Ol' Man Winter you mean business

Face it, winter is upon us. Oh, sure, it's technically still early fall and we might get a few more mild days. But get ready for a sucker punch from winter -- the cranky season that bullies fall and spring . . .

Posted: 2009-11-07

MIKE HOLMES: Hitting the roof

Don't get caught with a leak during the winter season

Fall is the rainy season and the time of year you need to make sure your roof is in good shape. I don't want to think about it, but winter is on its way with snow and ice, freeze and . . .

Posted: 2009-11-07