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Home Improvement

From inspiring, information-packed articles about Ottawa renovations to timely home maintenance reminders, you’ll find everything you need to improve and run your home.

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SPOTLIGHT

How to optimize your outdoor spaces

Our homes' outdoor spaces can bring us a raft of benefits.

GUEST COLUMN

How to choose a bathroom vanity

A 10-step designer’s guide from Laurysen Kitchens’ Rachael Price.

FROM THE EXPERTS

Why pressure-treated wood rots

Although it’s made to last a long time outdoors, it still rots. Here’s what you can do about it.

2026 waste depots set for household hazardous items

One-day drop-offs organized by the City of Ottawa are set to resume.

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Featured Projects

Projects in the spotlight

If you’re considering a home improvement project or custom home, check out these local projects for ideas and inspiration.

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Maintaining Your Home

Monthly and seasonal to-dos

Regular maintenance keeps your home safe and comfortable and reduces repair costs. Our Ottawa-focused monthly and seasonal to-dos help you stay on track. We even show you how to do many of them!

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