Category Archives: Learning & How-To

How can I replace a load bearing wall to open up a space?

Updated on July 8th, 2021

There's a load-bearing wall between the living room and kitchen in my son's home and he'd like to open this space up...Continue Reading

What’s the best substrate for a painted wood floor?

Updated on May 17th, 2022

I plan to remove old carpet from a medium-sized bedroom, and then paint the floor Trouble is, its just chipboard...Continue Reading

Do you still like the low-flow toilets you installed in ...

Updated on July 8th, 2021

Do you still like the low-flow toilets you installed in your bathroom I came across an old column of yours where you...Continue Reading

Can we safely install laminate flooring in our unheated ...

Updated on May 17th, 2022

Can we safely install laminate flooring in our unheated cottage One salesman told us that it would be okay because...Continue Reading

Are there any pitfalls to look out for with mobile home ...

Updated on July 8th, 2021

We are currently renovating an older mobile home We have the opportunity to install unfinished oak flooring...Continue Reading

Can I paint my white vinyl windows brown? Is painting or...

Updated on July 8th, 2021

Most vinyl windows are white, and the reason has largely to do with the way vinyl expands and contracts with changes in...Continue Reading

What’s the best stain or treatment to prevent wear...

Updated on July 8th, 2021

We've just rebuilt our cedar deck and want to apply the best staining treatment to protect it In the past everything...Continue Reading

What can I do to protect a laminate floor in case of a w...

Updated on August 12th, 2021

What can I do to protect a laminate floor in case of a water heater leak It's in our cottage, and at times no one's...Continue Reading