When choosing a focal point for a room, designers and homeowners alike often plan for a single feature, such as windows, TVs, artwork, or fireplaces, to take centre stage. However, the explosion of flat screen televisions for every room in the home has created a decorating debate – can you really have more than one…

The bankruptcy of a proposed condo development and the arrest of a prominent real estate lawyer last month left many buyers potentially out of deposits totalling millions of dollars. It shouldn’t have happened. Here’s why: When you buy a new home or residential condominium from a developer in Ontario, part of your deposit is protected by the…

As autumn approaches, September is the time to get a head start on home winterizing tasks. Enjoy the beautiful fall days by getting outside and checking some jobs off the list. Do a visual roof inspection. If you notice lifting, curling or missing shingles, call a roofing professional to make repairs. Have the eavestroughs cleaned…

Pops of colour can transform your exterior, taking it from pedestrian to eye-catching while increasing curb appeal and resale value. As well as setting the tone for your home’s exterior, paint provides protection against moisture penetration and the damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Whether you are sprucing up your exterior to stay or…

Some upgrades look laughable in the wrong room: plush carpeting in the bathroom or custom drapes in a kitchen. A handful of go-anywhere upgrades work especially well in kitchens and baths – and can raise those rooms from merely functional to inspiringly fashionable. Of course, virtually any upgrade you make to a kitchen or bathroom…

Most people enter their home through the garage or backdoor, forgetting how the front entrance looks to neighbours and guests. Your front door is often the first thing others notice about your home. That’s why it’s key to make a positive first impression. How to create an inviting entrance Transform your home’s curb appeal with…

A hardwood floor that is properly installed, finished and maintained, will last a lifetime. The key to lasting hardwood beauty is the quality of the finish: if it is doing its job, your floor will look good for years to come. To protect the finish on your floor, here are some tips on caring for…

August is the perfect time to start crossing some jobs off your fall chore list. The weather is lovely, it’s fun to be outside and your focus is on getting and keeping your home in shape. There is still time to complete outdoor projects, like decks, landscaping, exterior painting…the list goes on. Maintenance-free exteriors start…