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A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

Fort Garry Address: 54 Brisbane Ave Asking Price: $219, 900 Sold Price: $228, 000 Taxes: $3, 022.29 Square Footage: 1, 074 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 60 x 110 Listing Agent: Darren Stirling, Sutton Group Kilkenny R.E., 475-9130 Enlarge Image  819 Machray . . .

Posted: 2009-02-14

Learn About Organic Eco-Friendly Flowers

Don’t think fair trade means wilted carnations and dandelions. In this video we learn about flowers that are grown using fair labor practices. All the flowers at Green Poppies are certified Sierra Eco, grown in South America by fairly paid . . .

Posted: 2009-02-11

Proper prep job the key to refinishing door

How to fight scratches, smelly vinyl

QUESTION -- I read your column in the Winnipeg Free Press and need some help. The door to our master bathroom has cracks in it (I suppose from the moisture) and I would like to know what I have to . . .

Posted: 2009-02-10

Green is a philosophy, not some high-tech gadget

The magpie in all of us cannot help but love shiny new green goods and gadgets. They appeal to our desire for, and faith in, technological innovation, and companies and popular media tout their ability to alleviate the various ills . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07

Less space, more room

Dividers help keep work and rest separate

Over the last few months I've been asked how I would solve an increasingly common dilemma. It seems that stationary bikes, treadmills, weights and other exercise equipment are intruding on the peaceful ambiance of the bedroom. I have to agree, . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07

A colourful end to the winter blahs

Get a jump on spring with brighter hues and Easter cues

With this recent blast of cold weather I, along with many others, am getting tired of this long, frigid winter. To brighten things up I thought it might help to start looking ahead to the warmers months to come. Spring . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07

Baby piano makes a grand statement anywhere in room

QUESTION -- In our living room, measuring 4.5 by 5.8 metres (15 feet by 19 feet), we have a baby grand piano. What is your recommendation for seating for this type of space? I'm thinking of a sofa and two . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07

B.C. now licenses home inspectors

Homebuyers to get increased protection, could be start of national trend

QUESTION -- Are there any licensing or mandatory requirements to practice home inspections in Manitoba or other provinces? Answer -- Until very recently, the answer to this often-asked question would have made a very brief and uninteresting column. The simple answer . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07

The taxman giveth

Feds, province, city all provide incentives to fix up homes

Improve your home. Pay fewer taxes. It sounds like a match made in renovation heaven. The federal government's recent announcement to offer a tax credit to spruce up our homes may have some of us thinking -- just what other incentives . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07

Secluded master suite a highlight

THE secluded master suite is the highlight of this design, Plan AX-2307 by Home Plans LLC. Its floor plan covers 1, 892 square feet of living space. Hidden toward the back of the home and shielded by the garage from street . . .

Posted: 2009-02-07