Recycled wood 'antique of future'

A warm, weathered and planet-friendly way to bring character to a room

Some aficionados chuckle at the notion of calling recycled wood an emerging trend. After all, it's been around since the first time someone picked up a fallen branch and made something out of it. But reusing old wood in new ways . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Good fence, good cover keys to pool safety

Q: We purchased a new home with a built-in pool. Do you have any safety tips? A: There are a couple easy home improvements to ensure pool safety. First, get an ornamental iron fence with a locking gate that surrounds . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Labour of Love

Couple restores River Heights home to former glory - and beyond

Growing up in River Heights, Neil Sullivan developed a love for old houses. That's why he couldn't let the house at 160 Kingsway be demolished five years ago. At Thanksgiving dinner that year, a realtor friend of the family had . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Overactive sump pump needs a look

Mechanical problems may be cause of activity

Question -- Should a sump pump be kicking in every day of the year? Through summer dry spells and cold winters my sump pump kicks in daily. What could be the cause of this? I extend my drainage hose far . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Tips for choosing the right kitchen cabinets

Before beginning your project, decide how much you want to spend

Have you ever stared at your kitchen cupboards and decided that they look dated? Are the cabinets in rough shape? Perhaps you just want to make better use of the kitchen space you have. Ask yourself what your goals are . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

The writing's on the wall this season

Papering your home is the in thing to do

Wallpaper has exploded back into our lives. We are using it in every room in the home. Often just on a focal wall, but I have seen these exciting new patterns used on everything from furnishings to ceilings. There are . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Condo project a boost for Transcona

'Bond Project' shows commitment to revitalizing beloved part of town

New condominium developments are increasingly common in Winnipeg -- so much so, that their construction just doesn't stir up much excitement these days, except maybe for developers and potential owners. But when a condominium development is slated to be constructed in . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Not for the faint of heart

Novice real estate developers should consider projects carefully

The old saying goes: It takes money to make money. And nowhere does that apply more than investing in undeveloped real estate. Whether it's to purchase an empty lot to build just one home to sell or to buy a large . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Sit back and relax

New retirement residence offers all the amenities

To many seniors, retirement means retiring from work, not life. More than ever, today's retirees lead an active lifestyle. However, with retirement also comes the desire to come home to a place that doesn't require endless hours of upkeep -- . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06

Fits like a glove

Irwin Homes' riverside bungalow makes perfect use of lovely setting

We've all driven by them at one time or another -- a new home that catches your attention because it captures the essence of its surroundings perfectly. That's exactly the case with 6 Prairie Oaks Cove, a 2, 466-square-foot Irwin Homes . . .

Posted: 2008-04-06