Yards & Grounds
PRESSURE WASHER PITFALLS: Six Dangers to Watch For
Updated on February 15th, 2023
Pressure washers (also called power washers) are a popular home maintenance tool because they clean brick, siding,...Continue Reading
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COVID-19 SANITY STRATEGY: Make More Household Living Hap...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
When COVID lockdowns first appeared in early 2020, the weather was getting warmer in a lot of areas, providing at least...Continue Reading
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Ceramic Tiles Done Right
Updated on May 17th, 2022
If you’re like most homeowners, you rightly consider ceramic and porcelain tiles a premium flooring choice Tiles are...Continue Reading
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CERAMIC TILES: This is What a Proper Installation Looks Like
Updated on August 12th, 2021
UPDATED 19Oct2018: There are two reasons ceramic floor tiles are unique in the world of home improvements First,...Continue Reading
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Elastilon is a nail-free, click-free way to secure wood ...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Until recently, all true wood floors involved either nailing or click-together edges, but a product called Elastilon...Continue Reading
Windows & Doors
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Can I Refinish My Own Fiber...
Published on April 28th, 2023
Q: Is it reasonable for me to strip and refinish the fiberglass exterior door at my house They face south and the old...Continue Reading
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Central Vacs Made Easy
Updated on July 8th, 2021
A central vacuum is one of those household features that adds way more to home value than the trouble and expense of...Continue Reading
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Budget-Friendly Tips for Renovating Bathrooms in Ottawa
Published on March 27th, 2024
Renovating bathrooms can significantly enhance the aesthetics, functionality, and value of your home However, it's...Continue Reading
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How can I boost the energy efficiency of the floor-to-ce...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
How can I boost the energy efficiency of the floor-to-ceiling windows in my high-rise condo Heating costs are very...Continue Reading
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Solatube Lighting Solution
Updated on July 8th, 2021
In late 1988, I got a surprise as I was designing the three-story house where I now live I thought the engineering...Continue Reading
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Concrete-Free In-Floor Heating
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Everyone I know likes warm feet when it’s cold outside, and that’s the attraction of radiant in-floor heating You...Continue Reading
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LOUD BANGS DURING COLD WEATHER?: Understanding Why House...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Does your house make booming sounds during cold winter nights Do unexplained seasonal gaps appear along the tops of...Continue Reading