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…
Bedroom Design Trends
On a stormy Monday, there’s nothing you would rather do than grab a cuppa, curl up with a good book and just relax. In honour of what we hope to be the last “storm day” of the season, we’re talking how to create the ultimate bedroom space. This year, bedrooms are not just for sleeping…. Read More…
Deck Safety Checklist
We’ve been counting down the days to the first signs of spring and look forward to that inaugural gathering outdoors with family and friends. While you may be eager to step outside, fire up the barbecue and take advantage of the longer, brighter days ahead, first things first. Decks are exposed to a smorgasbord of outdoor… Read More…
March Home Maintenance To-Do List
Despite this weekend’s fresh coat of frosty powder, we’re still thinking happy thoughts and looking forward to the first sweet signs of spring! Our March to-do list focuses on your home’s post-winter condition. Cold weather and large snowfalls can wreak havoc on a home’s exterior and inner workings. Once the temperature begins to rise and… Read More…
Bathroom Trends
Bathrooms are drifting away from being just a practical space with a sole purpose. This year, a little more thought is going into bathroom design and we’re seeing transformations that ooze relaxation and softly scream serenity. Check out a few of our favourite bathroom trends for 2016. Cool and calm These are two commonly used words… Read More…
#trending
Design elements are constantly evolving, and certain trends can be here today and gone tomorrow. When selecting elements for your home renovation, we recommend filling your space with those features you will love for many years to come. This week, we’ve compiled a few of our favourite kitchen and dining room trends for 2016. Deep… Read More…
Winter Storm Prep
This winter storm watch has us hunkering down and preparing for what could be another nasty blizzard for Atlantic Canada. With conditions expecting to intensify throughout the day, we thought Monday’s blog post should be dedicated to winter storm prep. While storm chips are always an essential, there are a few more ways you can… Read More…
February Home Checklist
Happy February! In honour of Valentine’s Day, this month’s checklist is all about giving your home (and loved ones) some extra TLC. Check out our top to-dos to keep your home clean, cozy and clutter-free. Keep driveways and walkways clear Winter weather can be unpredictable and overwhelming (brief flashback to last year’s “snow-mageddon”). Once hit… Read More…
Learn the Lingo
You’ve just met with a general contractor who’s given you an idea of what your requested renovation will entail. He or she has spewed out a bunch of random words during your conversation and has left you with a basic contract full of terms that might as well be in French. Before you sign on… Read More…