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The articles and information in your Everyday Guidebook is provided by sponsors from across Canada who believe in building community by connecting neighbours. To help strengthen these connections, they have made a commitment to share these useful articles on everyday topics for your benefit. You will find that many items apply across Canada, while some are specific to your region or Province.
How to choose a renovator
February 18, 2009 -- By Jim Vanderhoeven, Sun MediaWith a clearly defined list of wants and needs, a realistic budget
and product research completed, you're ready to inte...
Ventilate AND insulate
December 9, 2008 -- Ventilate AND insulate - striking the right balance(NC)-'Tis the season for all good home owners to ready their homes for the winter months. Come Chri...
Top tips on framing art
August 29, 2008 -- It is amazing how a room comes to life once you hang art on the
walls. But before you actually get to hang the art you need to have
your pieces fr...
The easiest DIY project that adds the most value
August 5, 2008 -- Mouldings and trim can make a blah room a va va voom room, and in
just a few hours. It always amazes me what trim work and detail can do
to a space....
Tips for downsizing
August 5, 2008 -- Moving to a smaller space? Just because the home is smaller doesn't
mean that it shouldn't be as grand and luxurious as your previous
larger home. ...
How to choose a renovator
July 2, 2008 -- With a clearly defined list of wants and needs, a realistic budget
and product research completed, you're ready to interview renovators.
The main o...
Seventy per cent of Canadians polled admit to having a cluttered workspace
May 29, 2008 -- (NC)- In a recent poll conducted by Angus Reid Strategies, commissioned
by STAPLES Business Depot, only four per cent of Canadians never have a
clut...
The latest in bathroom trends
April 28, 2008 -- The bathroom is our own private little sanctuary and it was the
focus of my attention last weekend as I attended the annual Kitchen and
Bath indust...
A little known design secret
April 25, 2008 -- Flipping through the pages of your favourite decor magazine you’ll
find an increasing number of contemporary interiors keeping it low.
Furniture th...
10 cheap things you can do to update a room
March 30, 2008 -- Spring is just around the corner and that means I begin my annual
running regimen, like so many of you we all start to get the exercise
bug this ti...
Tips for tackling Spring cleaning
February 27, 2008 -- Ithink I hear a robin…. and is that really a tulip I spy coming up in the garden? Honest, Spring is just around the corner and that puts me in a minds...
Worthwhile reno investments for renters
January 24, 2008 -- My husband and I have several rental properties and last night I chatted over a chai tea with one of my tenants and her friend (the friend and her boy...
Simplicity: the hottest design trend this Christmas
December 13, 2007 -- Last night, I spent hours reflecting on past Christmases and how far my ideas towards what constitutes the perfect décor for the festive season have p...
7 steps to your dream bathroom
December 4, 2007 -- 7 steps to your dream bathroom By Arren Williams For all but seasoned professionals, the idea of renovating a bathroom can trigger nightmares. With th...
The money maker's guide to renovation
December 4, 2007 -- The money maker's guide to renovationBy Hilary DavidsonIf you listen closely, you can hear pink sinks being ripped out, wood panelling coming down and...
How to holiday-proof your home
November 20, 2007 -- This is the season when we welcome frequent guests into our homes. Many of us entertain more during December and January than we do in the remaining t...
Creating holiday glamour
November 20, 2007 -- You can’t deny it any longer – the Holiday season is upon us. The store shelves are stocked with Christmas décor and you’ll undoubtedly find yourself ...
Mix not match
November 12, 2007 -- I was meeting with my assistant here in Shanghai, reviewing all the architectural drawings for a series of luxury condos that I am designing. As we we...
"Branching" Out
November 2, 2007 -- n a designer’s world this is a week in limbo… all of our Halloween décor has already been brilliantly laid out for display, ready to haunt and delight...
Sofa so good
November 2, 2007 -- Every great room revolves around one pivotal piece, in the living room, great room and or family room that piece is most likely, the sofa. Not only is...
Who lived here?
October 25, 2007 -- How to use the internet to reveal your home's history.Owners of older houses often develop a sentimental curiosity: It’s common to wonder about who sl...
Orange you glad it's Fall?
October 25, 2007 -- Fall is dipped in a palette of aureate hues- rich reds, oranges, and gold. It is this palette that says fall has arrived, and it’s the colour palette ...
The light at the end of the tunnel
October 25, 2007 -- How many dreary hallways have we walked down? How many passageways have you strolled through, hoping that they lead to something or that they will tak...
Tis the Season
November 8, 2006 -- This is the weekend that we pack away the pumpkins and bring out the cedar boughs and Christmas balls. The holiday season has arrived and it’s time to...
Being your own contractor
October 13, 2006 --
Being your own contractor
By MORRIS and JAMES CAREY
Tired of your cramped, dark kitchen? Has your bathroom seen better...
What is a home inspection?
August 21, 2006 -- What is a home inspection?
(NC)-Whether you are shopping for a previously-owned house or a brand new house, an inspection provides insight to the...
Spiders: Helpful or harmful?
July 24, 2006 -- Spiders: Helpful or harmful? It's important to know the difference
It's important to distinguish between the helpful and harmful spiders in your...
Wall Tile Installation
July 24, 2006 --
Wall Tile Installation
There is nothing mysterious about tiling a wall. With the right surface, materials and tools, it's a proje...
Easy and affordable home makeover
July 5, 2006 -- Easy and affordable home makeover
(NC)-Many Canadians enjoy giving their homes a fresh new look, and the bathroom is a great place to start. Th...
Staying Cool
June 26, 2006 -- Staying cool
By JENNIFER O'BRIEN, The London Free Press
At least the splash pads are free.
"This year there is a greater awareness for energy conse...
Help your central air conditioner handle the heat
June 5, 2006 -- Help your central air conditioner handle the heat
(NC)-Help your central air conditioner handle the heat by following these tips:
. Check that the ...
Springtime Q & A around the house
April 24, 2006 -- By JAMES and MORRIS CAREY, For AP Weekly FeaturesPreparing for the L-word: lawnmowing It's about the time to bring your mower out again after a long w...
Improving curb appeal: Put your best foot forward with an upgrade for the path to your door
June 1, 2005 -- (NC)-The journey to a great looking home can begin with a single step-along a new walk or stairway. Here are some stylish ideas for sprucing up the pa...
Bringing the Inside Out.
May 5, 2005 -- This is the time of year when we all start spending more time outside. Look at your deck or backyard as an additional room. An easy way to...
Spring is in the Air… Is it time to Move?
March 21, 2005 -- If moving is on your “to do” list, you may want to have your home Staged® to help sell it faster, and easier. This is a relatively new process, ...
Practical Guide to Home Repairs
December 24, 2004 --
Planning a few renovations to your home? Some new wallpaper, a small
rec-room, perhaps a complete face-lift? If you are, you've joined many other ...
Q&A with Barb Singleton: Getting Stuck
November 5, 2004 -- New this month is our feature "Q&A with Barb Singleton", where Barb will answer decorating questions submitted by you and your neighbours.Send her...
Great Holiday Decorating Tips
October 19, 2004 -- Heart and Soul Designs
Interior Decorating from the Heart
Great Holiday Decorating Tips…by re-inventing your existin...
Let the Festivities Begin!
September 15, 2004 -- Decorating Tips from Barb Singleton of Heart and Soul Designs
With Thanksgiving and Halloween just around the corner you can decorate for bot...
Shorter Days, mean Longer Nights!
August 30, 2004 -- Decorating Tips from Barb Singleton of Heart and Soul Designs
As the seasons start to change, we find ourselves being in-doors a little longer everyd...
Say Goodbye to Clutter
July 26, 2004 -- You promised yourself at the beginning of the year that 2004 was the year you were going to start living clutter-free. You were going to stop searchin...
Window Treatments
July 21, 2004 -- Window Treatments
Buy what you love! You fall in love with a fabric, but can’t afford to have your entire window covered in this fabulo...
Summer Time Decorating
June 28, 2004 -- Summer is here and this season we are seeing great bright colours. The hot colours are watermelon pink with tangerine orange and the cool colour...
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