June waves goodbye to another school year and hello to fun in the sun. Make sure your home is ready for the upcoming summer season with this month’s home checklist. Clean grill grates. Barbecue season is upon us! For those who don’t grill year-round, make sure your grates are clean before the first cookout of… Read More…
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Laundry Room Revamp
There’s nothing we love more after a long day of hard work than pouring ourselves a glass of wine, putting on our favourite comfy sweats and doing a few loads of laundry…who’s with us?! Anyone? The reality is that laundry day is not the most exciting of days, but if you loved the space where… Read More…
WOW Factor with White
When it comes to choosing the colour palette for a room revamp, some homeowners shy away from white as they feel a white room is boring, unwelcoming and not relaxing. We politely disagree. The way we see it, beige can be boring – white is not. Check out our top tips for creating a crisp… Read More…
To Top it Off
Once the dust settles and the renovation is complete, it’s time to think about the finishing touches – those smaller accents which tie a space together and make the remodel feel complete. Today on the blog, we’re sharing four of our favourite finishing touches. Shutters Let’s talk curb appeal. The outside of your home gives… Read More…
May Home Maintenance Checklist
With the unpredictable April weather behind us, we’ve got our fingers crossed that May will bring plenty of sunny days and warmer nights. This month, our checklist focuses on giving the outside (and a bit of the inside) of your home a good spruce. Clean windows and doors. April showers can turn your window panes… Read More…
Kitchen Revamp
For many, the kitchen is the heart of your home. A place to unwind with loved ones, whip up a delicious meal and toast amongst friends. With so much happening in this one space, homeowners are looking for fun and creative ways to update their culinary oasis. This week, we’re tackling dated kitchens with some… Read More…
Go Green
Did you know Friday, April 22, 2016 is Earth Day? This week on the blog, we’re sharing what you can do to make your home more eco-friendly. When diving into your next renovation, consider these “go green” tips. Soak up the sun. Open blinds, drapes and shutters for a two-fold eco-friendly solution. Natural light… Read More…
Ten Tips to Brighten Your Home
Despite the recent snowfall, we’re setting our sights on brighter and warmer days. To get you in the spring spirit, we’ve compiled a list of 10 simple and effective ways to brighten up your home’s interior. Light furniture. Too many dark accents can make a room feel small and closed in. Select light-coloured couches, tables,… Read More…
April Home Maintenance Checklist
April is a time of renewal – especially for gardeners who are eager to get outside and start breathing new life into their backyard oasis. This month, our checklist is all about preparing for the sunnier seasons ahead. We’re also sharing a few sustainable solutions in honour of Earth Day 2016. Get into the spring… Read More…
What to Ask Your General Contractor Before the Work Begins
Spring has officially sprung! Around this time of year, many homeowners begin to re-evaluate their abode and make a list of any areas which are in desperate need of improvement. If you’ll be hiring a general contractor for projects big or small, ask these 10 questions first before signing on the dotted line. What is… Read More…