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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.

Articles

SPOTLIGHT

Contest alert! Front row with Sarah Richardson

Win a pair of tickets for reserved front row seating to see Sarah Richardson at the Ottawa Fall Home Show.
GUEST COLUMN

Design 101: Layers & textures

Sue Pitchforth explains what these mean in design and how to use them.
FROM THE EXPERTS

Woodworking with composite wood

Outdoor fine woodworking projects are possible with composite wood, writes Steve Maxwell.

Nature-inspired trends and a celebrity designer

What and who is on tap at the 2026 Ottawa Home Show.
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Featured Projects

collage of featured projects by Ottawa-area renovators, custom builders and suppliers

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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Tips & Advice

Home improvement guidance

Hiring the right contractor, DIY projects, staying on budget: our timely tips and advice have you covered no matter how big or small your reno.

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Helpful Links

Top information sources for home improvement

Whether you need to finance a renovation or just want to know what RenoMark is, count on our links to connect you with the information you need.

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