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Cost to build a garage
Inspired by Denis Chamberland's original article in French, translated by Deb Villeneuve
Fresh Paint is an Inexpensive and Effective Staging Technique
Experts recommend paint as a low-cost but effective way to stage your home for sale. When choosing colours for staging, it is time to set aside your own personal tastes. Showcase the characteristics…
Refresh the Look of Your Kitchen with Sink and Faucet Replacement
Kitchens tend to be the hub of the home and realtors agree that kitchen improvements are well worth the investment. Thankfully, there are a few kitchen updates that are neither expensive nor…
DIY Custom-Hued Chalk Paint For Decorating Fun
We are seeing more and more use of chalk paint used in decor to create space for notes or a blank canvas for young (and young-at-heart) artists. We have yet to test this DIY project but it comes from…
As We Prepare to “Spring Forward”, Reflect on the Benefits of Daylight
With Daylight Savings time approaching on March 11, it is a good time to reflect on light in the home. Realtors will attest to the value of a bright and welcoming home. Do you have any idea why the…
Cleaning Outdoor Furniture
Are you wondering how to freshen up your outdoor furniture? Chances are, you have all the ingredients you have right in your home to do so.
Furniture & accessoriesOutdoor LivingMaintenance home & gardenTips & tricksDIY projects
Outstanding News for First Time Home Buyers in BC
If you have been sitting on the fence, wondering about whether or not to purchase your first home, 2012 is shaping up to be a great year! In the 2012 BC Budget released on February 21, 2012, The…
Energy Efficiency Series: Induction Cooktops for Energy Savings (and Safety)
I recently attended a homeshow where a manufacturer was doing a demo of induction cooktops. A pot of water was at a rolling boil and a twenty dollar bill was tucked between it and the cooking…
