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<p>Val Thomson</p><p>Val Thomson achieves artistry with perennial borders that are deep, varied and luxuriant.</p>

A family affair

Colleen Zacharias
October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Matthew Mead / Associated Press files</p><p>For good gravy, it&rsquo;s essential to add flour to the mixture before it gets too hot.</p>

Thick gravy requires patience, care

Reena NerbasSolutions 
October 27

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<p>Todd Lewys / Winnipeg Free Press files</p><p>Don&rsquo;t rush when it comes to building your new home &mdash; take the time to consider all aspects and the various options.</p>

Picking your Parade of Homes favourite is just the beginning

Lanny McInnes
October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Brand Viva</p><p>Organizing the manuals for your appliances will prove useful not only when repairs are needed, but also if you sell your home.</p>

Organizing product manuals a good habit

Nicole Anzia
October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Photos by Marc LaBossiere / Winnipeg Free Press</p><p>In this bathroom reno, the toilet and vanity (left) are set along the far wall. The oversized three-piece barn-style glass shower door (right) showcases the shower stall tiling, as well as the bench along the back wall. </p>

Big bathroom brings big relief

Marc LaBossiereReno Boss 
October 27

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<p>Laurie Mustard / Winnipeg Free Press</p><p>Alan Shepard (right) with his scarecrow buddy. Shepard and his wife, Verna Judge, have been busy decorating their Machray Avenue home and yard in anticipation of Halloween. </p>

Halloween heroes

Laurie MustardMUSTARD ON EVERYTHING!
October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Phil Masturzo / MCT files</p><p>The changing of the season brings landscaping chores to clean up from the summer and prepare for winter&rsquo;s cold. Preparing your garden for winter ensures a robust rebound when spring planting arrives.</p></p>

Proper garden cleanup important in the fall

Lee Reich
October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Karcher</p><p>Using a pressure washer is great for cleaning your car, and can also come in handy around the yard. </p>

The costs, benefits and dangers of pressure washing


October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Paul Vernon / The Associated Press files</p><p>More pronounced and widespread stains likely mean you&rsquo;ll be looking at a significant upgrade to your attic insulation and ventilation, or more costly air sealing.</p>

Attic stains may not be a result of leaks, but best be sure

Ari MarantzAsk the Inspector 
October 27

Renovation & Design

<p>Lowe&rsquo;s</p><p>A wood deck treated with Olympic Maximum Semi-Transparent Deck Stain. Regular foot traffic, sun and precipitation all lead to wear, regardless of which product you choose.</p>

Refinishing pressure-treated wood a losing battle

Ari Marantz / Ask the inspector 
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Vineland Research and Innovation Centre</p><p>New for Spring 2019, Chinook Sunrise rose brings exotic coral colour to the garden.</p>

Stop and smell the roses

Colleen Zacharias
October 20

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