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Keep Water Away From Your Home’s Foundation
(MCT)—Water is good for trees, shrubs and many other plant forms. It’s not, however, always good for your house, especially when your property stays wet and does not drain properly. “Water is the number one cause of damage to the homes we live in,” says Jamison Brown...
What House Can You Really Afford?
What does “value” mean to you? To me, the word “value” means priceless—things money cannot buy. The problem with the American mentality is that we put such importance on material things and not on things that are valuable. I cringe when I read inspirational or...
Making A Color Statement: Hot New Interior Color Trends
No matter your budget or time constraints, says Hollywood interior designer and set consultant Stephan St. Orang, nothing can change the mood and beauty of your home more significantly than interior paint and lighting. “This is the year to look for color combinations...
Five Ways to Maximize a Small Kitchen
A small kitchen can quickly become cluttered and feel cramped. According to Consumer Reports, a few small upgrades can make a big improvement. To maximize the space you have, rethink where you store things, especially if counter space is at a premium. Here are five...
5 Steps for Clean Window Screens
Cleaning your window screens is a chore few homeowners look forward to. No matter how shiny you can get your window panes, if your screens are scuzzy, your windows will look less than well washed. Below are several tips for properly cleaning your pesky window screens....
Housing more affordable in Alberta
If we just look at the national numbers, the headline “pandemic spurs strong growth in house prices” would be true. Unfortunately, we have to add “but not in Alberta.” Residential Property Price Index data from Statistics Canada show that the average price of...
How to Mix Patterns
How to Mix Patterns There was a time where pattern mixing – both in your outfit and in your home – was a faux pas. But not anymore, which is so much more fun! Even with this freedom, mixing patterns in your home can feel daunting. What if they clash? What if they just...
Your Dream Outdoor Kitchen Awaits
Your Dream Outdoor Kitchen Awaits The summer may be months away, but if you’re entertaining thoughts of creating an outdoor kitchen space – now’s the time to start planning. First up, an outdoor kitchen doesn’t need to be big, but it does need to have all the...
Easy to Clean Bathroom Design Tips
Easy to Clean Bathroom Design Tips Sure, an all white bathroom sounds pretty. But imagine trying to keep it looking clean. If having a beautiful and low maintenance bathroom sounds more like your thing, follow these four design tips. • No mould allowed. If you want to...