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4 keys to low-maintenance exteriors

If you want long-term low maintenance around the outside of your home, keep these design considerations in mind.
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Feeling fresh in the dead of winter

Got the winter blues? Sue Pitchforth shares 10 tips on how to keep your space feeling fresh.
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Extending your indoor living space

Has the COVID-19 lockdown got you scrambling to feel like you have more living space? Here are three solutions.
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Pandemic projects for your home

8 easy-to-do projects to help you love your home during the lockdown.
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Mitre saw vs. table saw

Wondering which to buy first if you can only afford one? Here’s what Steve Maxwell recommends.
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Upping your home’s energy efficiency

Four ways to make your home two times more efficient.
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7 easy Christmas centrepiece projects

Create some holiday fun with these simple projects the whole family can enjoy.
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Creating a festive front porch

It’s easier than you think to create a warm welcome for friends and family.
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Why you need carbon monoxide detectors

The more efficient your home, the more you need one. Steve Maxwell explains why.
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Don’t let your home make you sick

Common causes of indoor air pollution and what to do about them.
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How to hang something heavy on drywall

Don’t trust a regular drywall anchor. Here’s what you need for heavy duty holding.
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4 tips to a long-lasting roof

You can get an asphalt shingle roof that lasts if you choose wisely.
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Lumber and other supply issues

COVID-caused supply constraints may affect new home closings, warranty repairs, renos.
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5 tips for installing trim

Installing your own trim, moulding and baseboard is one of the most useful DIY home improvement ventures you can take on.
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Renovating for energy savings

Two important developments in energy-efficient renovations will have an impact on Ottawa homeowners.
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Keeping your sanity during a reno

It helps if you understand the process, so you’ll know what to expect.
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Lazy flushing toilets

Got a slow-flushing toilet? Here are likely causes plus solutions.
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Ladder upcycling

An upcycled ladder creates a fun vignette in the garden.

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