7 Reasons to Choose Dark Kitchen Cabinets
December 18th, 2019
Dark and dramatic or light and bright? When it comes to choosing kitchen cabinets, it can be hard to decide. Here we look at the benefits of crossing over to … [read more]
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5 Ways to Put Fall Leaves to Work in Your Garden
October 22nd, 2019
Why Are Leaves Valuable to the Gardener? It’s simple. When incorporated into soil, fall leaves: Add nutrients, including phosphorous and potassium Increase the soil’s microbial life Boost its water-holding capacity … [read more]
9 Things You Should Do to Your Home Before Fall Starts
September 28th, 2019
Sweater weather is coming—and you need more than a PSL to get ready for it. 1. Clean, or possibly replace, your gutters. 2. Check for drafts. 3. Drain your outdoor … [read more]
DECORATING 101: HOW TO REDECORATE YOUR HOME
August 26th, 2019
No-fail designer secrets to refresh a tired room from start to finish. 1. GET INSPIRED 2. DETERMINE YOUR STYLE 3. SET YOUR BUDGET 4. MAKE A PLAN 5. PICK YOUR … [read more]
Eight ways you can prepare for a disaster.
August 21st, 2019
Natural disasters can strike at any time. Earthquakes, floods, and fires can spring up quickly and endanger homes and businesses. Steps for disaster planning 1. Visit PreparedBC. This is BC’s one-stop shop … [read more]
4 Great Ideas From Popular Living Rooms and Family Rooms
July 29th, 2019
Many homeowners these days combine the functions of living rooms and family rooms. This leads to a thoughtful balance between formal and casual style, one where elements such as comfortable … [read more]
8 Ways Canadian Millennial Homebuyers Are Vastly Different From Their Parents
July 8th, 2019
Millennials are vastly different from their folks when it comes to homeownership. I spoke to a mortgage agent, a certified financial planner and a financial educator to pick apart how. … [read more]
10 Cosmetic Upgrades to Sell Your Home in Record Time
July 3rd, 2019
Add a Fresh Coat of Paint Add Crown Molding Install New Hardware Stain the Floors Slap on Subway Tile Update Ceiling Fans + Light Fixtures Paint the Kitchen Cabinets Update … [read more]
Secrets of the Stagers: 4 Decor Items You Should Rent to Sell Your Home Fast
June 17th, 2019
It’s no secret that staging your home will help it sell faster and for more money. But if you’re overwhelmed by the thought of renting furniture for your entire house or … [read more]
10 Minimalist Choices That Will Bring Calm to Your Bathroom
June 1st, 2019
Whether you have a “less is more” or “more is more” philosophy toward decor, the bathroom is a good spot to borrow from a minimalist’s bag of tricks. These include … [read more]
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