Redefine a space with an interior decorator’s help
Oct19

Redefine a space with an interior decorator’s help

Though it may seem like interior decorators are a luxury reserved exclusively for the rich and famous, interior decorators work with people of all budgets. Homeowners sometimes wrestle with the practicality of hiring a decorator, wondering why they should spend the money when they can do the work themselves. But just like homeowners may hire professional electricians or landscapers, hiring a professional interior decorator can ensure...

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Kitchen & Bathroom Trending
Oct12

Kitchen & Bathroom Trending

Colour it up! Since 1982 The Rubinet Faucet Company has been creating products of impressive design and quality. Today Rubinet faucets grace hotels and homes throughout North America, from the Atlantis on Paradise Island, Palmilla in Cabos San Lucas and Turnberry Place in Las Vegas, to homes in some of the most exclusive neighbourhoods. Canadian-owned and operated, the company is known as the manufacturer whose faucets meet and exceed...

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The problem with hard water
Oct05

The problem with hard water

Home ownership opens people’s eyes to many new experiences, even requiring homeowners to familiarize themselves with certain things they never encountered as renters. Homeowners become novice plumbers, electricians, horticulturists, and even chemists as they wade through the projects and repairs involved with owning a home. Outside of high school chemistry class, you may never have given thought to water composition and how it...

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Weekend Renovation Projects
Sep28

Weekend Renovation Projects

Some home renovation projects require the expertise of professionals, but there also are many ways for homeowners to improve their homes without hiring a pro or spending too much money. The following are a handful of DIY renovation projects homeowners can tackle in a typical weekend. Closet conversion Ample closet space is a big plus for home buyers, but upon moving into a new home, many homeowners may find they don’t need as much...

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Fall in love again… with the real estate market
Sep08

Fall in love again… with the real estate market

Does the time of year make a difference when it comes to selling your house? The short answer is yes. It’s no secret that spring is the busiest time of the year in real estate. The spring market generally spans from March to May and thousands of sales take place in these busy months. Even though spring could be considered the best time to sell, the fact is, there are many reasons why people buy houses in every season. Don’t be fooled...

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Ideas for pool perimeter landscaping
Aug17

Ideas for pool perimeter landscaping

With the rise of the “staycation,” more and more homeowners are turning their backyards into their own private oases. The centrepiece of many such retreats is a refreshing and inviting pool. Whether above ground or in ground models, pools make for welcoming spots to enjoy warm days and nights. A new pool can quickly turn a yard into the “it” spot to spend vacations or cool off at the end hot summer days. While pools are often the...

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