What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Christmas? Is it the twinkling Christmas lights illuminating your neighbourhood or the smiles of children discovering their presents under the tree? Or is it the stress and overwhelm that come with trying to do everything simultaneously as you want your next holiday…
It’s nearing the season of pumpkins, cornucopias, and scarecrows. You probably want to give your front deck or patio a design that fits the season. Designing your space for the Fall doesn’t mean you have to replace everything you have (though it might be worthwhile to pull out a few key pieces or invest in…
If you have stayed at a cottage or camping resort, you would agree that the feeling is entirely different from that of being in a townhouse. Cabins are therapeutic and relaxing. That is why a lot of people choose to rent cottages when they want to wind down or go on vacation. It majors on…
Are you thinking about adding a sectional sofa to your living room? Whether you choose an “L” shaped or a “U” shaped sectional, you will be pleased with how versatile and functional it is. However, since sectional sofas are such large pieces of furniture, you might be wondering how to adjust your living room decor…
Sometimes, toilets get clogged because we tried to flush something that shouldn’t be flushed or accidentally dropped something in the bowl. But there are also times when a toilet can get clogged by toilet paper. Of course, toilet paper is designed to break up easily and dissolve when it gets in the water. Unless you…
So you’re at the end of your big move or you received a lot of deliveries and need to get rid of all these cardboard boxes and packaging that you’ve been left with. Recycling is an option, but it’s possible that not all of it will be recycled or it will be used unproductively. After…
Canada is considered one of the best countries in the world to live in, consistently landing in the top 10 in United Nations rankings. Our country is also very open to immigration with nearly 1,000,000 immigrants projected through 2018-2020. While residency offers definite advantages, becoming a Canadian citizen offers many more benefits worth pursuing. As…
Furnished apartments meet the temporary housing needs of individuals away from home. They contain furniture, fixtures and different appliances for a comfortable stay. While they all represent a typical house, they come in different styles depending on the use. Below are the various designs.
It’s easy for the style and ambiance of your bedroom to get old. Your bedroom can act as a sanctuary where you go to recover and hide from the madness of the world. If you find the appeal of your bedroom stagnating, use these six tips to help improve the ambiance!
Ranch-style homes need unique yet uncomplicated paint colours to bring the best out of them. You can brighten your ranch-style home with several paint colours regardless of the architectural design, size, and location. The broad range of exterior paint colours allows you to create impressive home and its surrounding. The above collection of exterior colours…
Taking a step toward starting a family may seem like a leap. Having kids enter your household calls for all kinds of changes — emotional, physical, mental, and environmental. Becoming a parent is one of life’s most fulfilling roles. The beauty of this leap-taking journey is the many ways to achieve this goal! While the…
Today’s generation of power tools are stronger, more durable and more powerful than ever before. Much of the do-it-yourself (DIY) crowd are unaware just how amazing modern-day power tools really are, particularly if you’re just getting involved in the DIY trend. With the paucity of knowledge, you tend to make plenty of mistakes, especially safety…
Having a tastefully decorated and comfortable space that you can call home is the height of luxury. When creating such a space, it’s not necessarily the size that matters much, but the decor and details instead! Furthermore, considering your personal preferences and taste play a significant role in the process, as luxury is brought about…
Cockroaches are disgusting, and they can even carry harmful diseases. No one wants to see one in their home… but unfortunately, once you do see one in your home, you can expect to be dealing with an infestation since these pests multiply quickly.
Every home is susceptible to pest of all kinds. Big, small, annoying, dangerous, and just plain gross are all qualities that are quite likely to find their way into your life via the walls that you feel most secure in. An infestation can happen at any time, right under your nose without your knowledge, but…
Do you have a smaller home? Are you looking to add square footage and living space? Do you want to increase your home’s market value? Consider constructing some additions! While not only adding more livable space, additions to your home can also increase your property value. Additions can make your home more unique to your…
Moving is the perfect time to get rid of items you no longer need or want. It’s just as easy to host a pre-moving yard sale as it is to donate, recycle, or take to the dump the things you don’t want. You will also make some money, which is always nice! The bigger benefit…
Hot town, summer in the city, the back of your neck’s getting dirty and gritty. Summertime when the living is easy. If you steal my sunshine. There are all sorts of kid-friendly songs to create a soundtrack for your summer – even Antonio Vivaldi’s Summer concerto. But you need something to do in order to…
Do you have a friend with more caffeine running through their veins than blood? Coffee addicts love to start the day with a cup of Joe, fill up their mug constantly at work and finish off with a latte in the evening. It is a love-love relationship with those aromatic beans that is hard to…
There is a lot to think about leading up to a family vacation. You need to make sure that you have all of the travel documents you need and the suitcases are packed. Another thing that you must consider is the security of your home when you are not there. Modern locks on all of…
