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Navigating your renovation project

Contractor Ryan will support you through your renovation from A to Z.

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Adding space

If done properly, it can pay off in spades, writes designer Deirdre Jorssen. Here’s what you need to know.

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How to choose a great wheelbarrow

Not all wheelbarrows are created equal, nor are they all meant for the same jobs. Steve Maxwell shares his time-honoured tips.

Wall treatments are everywhere

Check out these 17 local projects that explore everything from wallpaper and moulding to lime wash and more.

Summer storms can damage your house

How to protect your home against damaging downpours.

Barry Hobin wins lifetime achievement award

The well-known Ottawa architect has been putting his stamp on the city for the past five decades.

From the experts

Kitchen island ideas & tips

Considering a kitchen island? Here’s what you need to know before you renovate.

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Steve Maxwell’s top 3 gardening tricks

These not-too-common tips may help you as much as they have helped our home improvement expert.

Contest alert! Share your neighbourhood

Share your favourite photo and you could win a $250 Visa gift card

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How to use a hammer drill

If you’ve ever been confused by dials and controls on a drill, this lesson is for you, says home improvement expert Steve Maxwell.

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Adding whimsy to your garden

It’s a great way to have fun with your outdoor spaces. Sue Pitchforth shares her ideas.

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6 things your painter wishes you knew

Want a better-looking paint job? Then get these things right, says home improvement expert Steve Maxwell.

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How to soundproof a floor (and walls)

Got a noisy floor or room? Steve Maxwell shares his tips on how to fix them.

Ottawa calendar of homes-related events

Tours, events and other happenings related to Ottawa and homes.

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Inviting Mother Nature into your decor

Add whimsy and beauty through nature-inspired elements, writes designer Sue Pitchforth.

Ottawa’s kitchen & bath winners

Colour and wood are dominant themes in the 2024 NKBA awards.

Ottawa wins at national housing awards

Ottawa companies bring home two trophies from the 2024 Canadian housing awards.

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How to repair concrete cracks

Steve Maxwell shares his time-tested solution for a cracked floor.

Find Canadian art at online show

Originality, variety and affordability define the Petite Art Show starting May 24.