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<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

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<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

Renovation & Design

<p>Artist Chris Toledo looks into the kitchen, breakfast room of a grand home in miniature in his apartment in Los Angeles' MacArthur Park neighborhood. The home, which is loaded with architectural details, is scaled down to 1/12th the size of a real home. (Mel Melcon/Los Angeles Times/TNS)</p>

'Michelangelo of miniatures' builds dream home

Esmeralda Bermudez
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Photos by Ken Lambert / Seattle Times</p><p>&#8216;From the black fireplace that extends from floor to ceiling to the black-and-white striped shag rug, (the pets) reflect the setting of the space,&rsquo; interior designer Barbara Hyde Evans says of Max Lemman&rsquo;s Seattle home.</p>

When your pets match the decor

Sandy Deneau Dunham
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Tracee Herbaugh / the associated press</p><p>The James Blake House, built in 1661, is listed as the oldest in Boston.</p>

Caretaker breathes new life into Boston's oldest house

Tracee M. Herbaugh
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Weyerhaeuser Company</p><p>You can clean wood floors with a homemade cleaner, made with common ingredients. </p>

Cloudy film on skylight window may be permanent

Reena NerbasSolutions  
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Laurie Mustard / Winnipeg Free Press</p><p>The new fireplace features high-gloss black tiles with a stressed look, providing depth and character.</p>

New fireplace is a stark improvement

Laurie Mustard
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Vern Yip / Washington Post</p><p>Depictions of animals, particularly elephants and horses, are a big fall trend.</p>

Complex, enduring beauty found in India

Vern Yip
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Marc LaBossiere / Winnipeg Free Press</p><p>Once the access hatch to the attic in the recording studio was painted and set properly into position, it all but vanishes from view. </p>

Hiding accessibility in plain sight

Marc LaBossiere 
October 20

Renovation & Design

<p>Tom Wallace / Tribune News Service files</p><p>Essential oils, alone or blended, can help to extend the life of your home&rsquo;s fragrance.</p>

Inviting fragrance makes scents for your humble abode

Cathy Hobbs 
October 20

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