Unique Tuxedo homes put out welcome mat

If you've always wanted to peek into some of Winnipeg's finest homes to see just how the other half lives, you don't have to wait any longer. Instead of driving by in the dark, hoping to get a glimpse inside when . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

PRAIRIE GARDENER: A plea to responsible Manitoba gardeners

Pretty but pervasive plants must be controlled

A recent column on the proliferation of creeping bellflower and other weeds such as purple loosestrife prompted a concerned reader to call me this this week about another pretty, pervasive plant invading her neighbourhood. A few doors down someone has been . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

MIKE HOLMES: Where are the women?

They're missing chance to build great future in construction trade

At WorldSkills 2009 Calgary last week, I was proud to see Team Canada competing in a world-class competition. But as I saw the hundreds of competitors cross the stage in the opening ceremonies, I kept wondering: Where are all the . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

CONNIE OLIVER: True blue (and white)

Bright colour combo always in style

Some colour schemes just never go out of style. Blue and white is a colour combination that works in most any home in one form or another. When you first think of blue and white you probably picture a nautical-themed room. . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

DEBBIIE TRAVIS: Paint ain't for everyone

But sometimes wooden furniture needs different look

Dear Debbie; I know that furniture pieces made from poor wood stock, or poorly designed furniture can be improved by painting it. However, paint should never be a solution with good wood stock. Please don't encourage this kind of decoration. -- Jacob Dear . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

ASK THE INSPECTOR: No weeping tile system? That's the pits

QUESTION: I am sitting here watching a brand-new home being backfilled without weeping tile. I live quite close to the Red River, about 500 yards away. It is a concrete foundation and they took the care to wrap the foundation . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

SOLUTIONS: Sediment, funny smell... it all comes out in the wash

QUESTION: Can you help me with a problem? When my dishwasher has gone through its cycle, sediment appears on the glasses, inside cups and the back of saucers. It looks like sand, but isn't gritty. It only shows up in . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

SOLD/OFFERED 09-13

SOLD Valley Gardens Address: 947 Louelda Asking Price: $199, 900 Sold Price: $213, 000 Taxes: $2, 367 Square Footage: 960 Bedrooms: 2 + 2 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 55 x 100 North End Address: 340 St. Johns Ave Asking Price: $99, 900 Sold Price: $115, 000 Taxes: $1, 413 Square Footage: 1, 200 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

Elyse please

Affordable, spacious home a big hit with visitors

Whenever homebuilders unveil new designs, it's understandable that more than a bit of trepidation exists when they open the doors to public scrutiny. Thus far, it's been so-far, so-good for 284 Edmund Gale Drive, aka The Elyse, a 1, 332-square-foot bungalow . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13

Living large

Huge lot allows unique bungalow in Lindenwoods

In this era of high-density housing developments -- and the two-storey/cab-over designs that predominate due to limited building space -- it's unusual to see two departures from the norm in one spot. Take more than a passing look at 23 Kingsbridge . . .

Posted: 2009-09-13