Change is Underfoot
New homes continue to be built across Canada, but the whirlwind of DIY renovations could be winding down as people return to work following the Covid-19 pandemic. Here, we take a look…
Les facteurs à considérer dans le choix d’un revêtement
Le revêtement extérieur fait actuellement un retour à la nature. Les nuances de gris foncé, de vert et de brun ont la cote. À l’opposé, le blanc éclatant revient à la mode,…
Cladding Considerations
Home exteriors are getting back to nature these days, with an emphasis on earth tones like dark grey, green and brown. At the opposite end of the spectrum, crisp white is making…
Making a Grand Entrance
Home renovations are still going strong for 2022, with people spending more time at home due to the ongoing pandemic. New windows and doors continue to be popular upgrades that add value…
KEEPING THE PEACE
According to the 1861 census, 84 per cent of Canadians lived in a rural area. By 2011, the tables had almost completely turned, with about 81 per cent of Canadians living in…
OUTER BEAUTY
As any prospective homebuyer knows, curb appeal is critical. A home’s exterior instantly conveys a sense of what to expect inside its walls, whether timeless elegance, welcoming warmth or contemporary minimalism. While…
Unlocking the Future
According to a November 2020 report by Fortune Business Insights, nearly two-thirds of North American households have at least one smart home device or system. By 2023, the burgeoning Canadian smart home…
BEAUTÉ EXTÉRIEURE
L’apparence de la façade est cruciale dans la vente d’une maison — tous les acheteurs le diront. Elle donne instantanément un aperçu de ce qui nous attend derrière les murs : élégance…
Colour Me Safe
Life in 2020 is tinged by uncertainty. At a time when the world needs to pull together, often we find ourselves isolated from family, friends, and colleagues with no clear idea of…
An Oasis at Home
Our homes have always been our castles, but in 2020 they’ve become much more than that. Now, home is our fortress. It represents safety and sanctuary from all the uncertainties we’ve encountered…
From Grey to Blonde
Consumers are stepping away from cool greys and moving towards natural warmth, according to this season’s flooring trends. While greys have been underfoot for the last few years, suppliers are now reporting…
HARDSCAPE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR BACKYARD OASIS
Extending the comforts of home to the backyard or patio is hardly a new concept, but the trend is evolving from simple outdoor dining areas to more elaborate gazebos, welcoming firepits and…
LE GARAGE SE REFAIT UNE BEAUTÉ
C’est un achat que la plupart ne feront qu’une fois ou deux dans leur vie, mais la porte de garage figure parmi les composants les plus utilisés de la maison et contribue…
Warming Up for Fall
Every day, our senses are bombarded by technology. Modern life is a never-ending cycle of texting, social media posts, endless email and glowing screens. It can all be just a little bit…
GROOMING THE GARAGE
It’s a purchase that most people will make only once or twice in a lifetime, but a garage door is one of the hardestworking components of a home and a big contributor…
Concrete Jungle
Whether you’re driving on Ontario’s Highway 407 ETR, riding on Montreal’s subway system or landing at Vancouver International Airport, the “concrete jungle” surrounds all of us. With its basic ingredients dating back…