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Grammacore is all the rage

Sue Pitchforth explains what it is and why it’s become so popular, particularly among young adults
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Are wooden cutting boards unsafe?

Steve Maxwell debunks a misleading advertisement about the dangers of wood and plastic cutting boards.
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How to choose a bathroom vanity

A 10-step designer’s guide from Laurysen Kitchens’ Rachael Price.
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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.
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Changing our home’s spaces

Got a room you don’t love? Give it a new purpose, writes Sue Pitchforth.
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Do you have ghosts?

What's the difference between thermal ghosting and mould?
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How lighting shapes the way your home feels

Amsted shares 2026 trends, DIY upgrades and planning lighting for your renovation in this guest column.
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5 ways to avoid an appliance repair

Proper — and regular — maintenance of your appliances will keep them running smoother and longer, writes Doctor Appliance Repair.
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Cold-climate living: Five tips for building well

Steve Maxwell explains the sometimes-obscure physics behind cold-climate building challenges.
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Top kitchen design trends for 2026

Kitchen specialist Laurysen Kitchens shares 9 trends for 2026 in this guest column.
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The power of design dreaming

It’s an easy way to get through winter and plan for the warmer weather, writes Sue Pitchforth.
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Home maintenance that’s green

Home maintenance is one of the most environmentally responsible things a person can do, writes Steve Maxwell.
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Zoning bylaw sets stage for growth

Ottawa’s new comprehensive zoning bylaw is an important milestone for housing and our broader economic future, writes Jason Burggraaf.
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Troubleshooting frozen water pipes

Every winter some of the most costly pipe failures happen in places homeowners least expect, writes Steve Maxwell.
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9 designer-approved home office tips

Thinking of a home office? Laurysen Kitchens shares nine tips to keep in mind in their latest guest column.
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Sue’s tips and trends to start 2026

January is a prime time to look at your home in a new way. Here’s how, writes Sue Pitchforth.
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4 options for choosing the best tools

Tool technology will leverage your time working around the house, writes Steve Maxwell.
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How to choose a great shop vac

For DIY jobs around the house, a workshop vacuum should be at the top of your must-have tools list, Steve Maxwell says.

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