Colour of the Year: 2023 Though it might seem like summer just began – colour season is here. Glidden paint by PPG has just announced their predicted Colour of the Year for 2023. And boy are we are here for it. “Vining Ivy” is a refreshing “bluish-greenish-something-in-betweenish” tone that is versatile, contemporary, and a total…
August Home Maintenance Get Your Home Ready for Fall After a Long, Hot Summer By the end of August, summer’s heat starts to wane, and the scent of fall is in the air. This makes for the perfect time to get outside and prep your home for the oncoming season. With that in mind, take…
Farmhouse in the City You may not have Chip and Joanna Gaines on call for a total home makeover, but you’ve probably been inspired by their imaginative ranch-style homes. One of their transformations boosted the value of a home from $12,000 to $400,000 – that’s 33 times its original asking price. Here are 8 renovations…
6 Signs of a Leak It’s a scene you’re probably familiar with from movies and tv — the hero is lying in bed, tossing and turning, a steady drip from a faucet keeping him from catching the Z’s he needs. This scene is played for laughs, but a leak is no laughing matter—and it can…
To Repair or Replace – Air Conditioning You should always consult with a trusted HVAC contractor to determine whether your AC unit can be repaired or if it should be replaced. Depending on the issue, the technician may be able to fix it and save you from having to install a new unit. Some factors…
Backsplash Updates It’s not that we don’t still love a classic white subway tile backsplash (because we totally do). It’s just that we’re starting to crave something a little different for our cooking spaces. More and more homes are leaving basic backsplashes behind and opting for designs with more colour, unique patterns and more versatile…
July Home Maintenance Fireworks, swimming and all the barbeque you could possibly want. With summer in full swing, the month of July can seem to fly by. Make the most of your month with our July home maintenance checklist! 1. Clean Porch Lights If you have glass light fixtures that are easily removed, bring them…
Hardwood Floor Care Guide Hardwood floors are a feature coveted by homeowners. They also offer great resale value. According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, hardwood floors have an average ROI of 91%. Take a look at our hardwood floor care guide to help you best take care of your flooring at all…
Father’s Day Gift Ideas Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 19, the day when we take time to recognize our dads, granddads and the other fathers in our life. This year, when looking for the perfect gift, try taking it beyond a tie or another tool. Instead, how about giving him the gift of precious…
