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Issue: Spring 2008
Reno File
Grandpa always said, “Plan for the
best and expect the worst”.
Full article 74K.

Issue: Spring 2008
Around the House
Manufactured stone is a very economical material that allows greater flexibility when building with stone.
Full article 152K.

Issue: Spring 2008
Around the House
If your backyard has an existing sports surface or you are thinking of adding one, then Versa Court may be just what you`re looking for.
Full article 64K.

Issue: Spring 2008
Around the House
When it comes to making a statement with your home an aluminum roof says a lot.
Full article 56K.

Issue: Spring 2008
Around the House
LED Lighting Saves Money.
Full article 41K.

Issue: Early Spring 2008
Reno File
When drip comes to leak. Warranties that protect your renovation purchase need to be backed up.
Full article 168K

Issue: Early Spring 2008
Reno 101
Tips for successful bathroom renovations.
Full article 69K.

Issue: Early Spring 2008
Around the House
Using stone products as a building material is very popular these days.
Full article 88K.

Issue: Early Spring 2008
Around the House
Let the sunshine in with sunrooms.
Full article 72K.

Issue: Fall 2007
Reno 101
Today's renovation clients have come to expect more from the companies doing home construction.
Full article 90K.

Issue: Fall 2007
Reno File
A single word can represent so much.
Full article 188K.

Issue: Fall 2007
Around the House
Reno success stories.
Full article 78K.

Issue: Fall 2007
Around the House
Gutter system keeps debris at bay.
Full article 246K.

Issue: Fall 2007
Around the House
Let the sunshine in with sunrooms.
Full article 49K.

Issue: Summer 2007
Around the House
More than Fences.
Full article 56K.

Issue: Spring 2007
Around the House
Backyard court time.
Full article 94K.

Issue: Spring 2007
Around the House
Using stone products as a building material is very popular these days.
Full article 77K.

Issue: Spring 2007
Around the House
Architectural Detail. From classic European-influenced designs to contemporary or traditional looks.
Full article 182K.

Issue: Spring 2007
Reno 101
Homeowners often ask "Should we move, renovate or rebuild?"
Full article 142K.

Issue: Spring 2007
Reno File
Please permit me, and I'll guarantee you a much more successful renovation.
Full article 101K.

Issue: Early Spring 2007
Around the House
"I feel like I'm in a four-star hotel!"
Full article 80K.

Issue: Early Spring 2007
Around the House
Let the sun shine in with sunrooms.
Full article 57K.

Issue: Early Spring 2007
Around the House
One of the most common home improvement renovations is installing new windows.
Full article 57K.

Issue: Early Spring 2007
Reno 101
The building and renovation business is continuing to boom this year.
Full article 132K.

Issue: Early Spring 2007
Reno File
A dream bathroom can spur the imagination.
Full article 131K.

Issue: Winter 2006
The Reno File
Take a little time away from today's fast pace for relaxing in a soaker or whirlpool tub.
Full article 96K.

Issue: Winter 2006
Around the House
Architectural Detail. You can find the finishing touches that will really make your house a showpiece.
Full article 133K.

Issue: Winter 2006
Around the House
Sound Advice. Experts will help you keep up with audio and video trends.
Full article 38K.

Issue: Fall 2006
Reno 101
Fall renovation ideas. There is still time to build before the snow flies.
Full article 74K.


Issue: Fall 2006
The Reno File
Painting the perfect picture. Approach it one brush stroke at a time.
Full article 72K.


Issue: Fall 2006
Around the House
Gutter system keeps debris at bay.
Full article 34K.

Issue: Summer 2006
Reno 101
When good renovations go bad.
Full article 72K.

Issue: Summer 2006
The Reno File
Builder upgrades are expensive, so save now and splurge later.
Full article 75K.

Issue: Summer 2006
Around the House
Choosing the right pavers.
Full article 31K.


Issue: Summer 2006
Around the House
Stop looking and get landscaping.
Full article 48K.

Issue: Spring 2006
Around The House
Cutting out the middleman.
Full article 96K.

Issue: Spring 2006
Aound The House
Filters important when choosing central vacuum.
Full article 48K.

Issue: Spring 2006
Around the House
Take your garage from overcrowded to organized.
Full article 176K.


Issue: Spring 2006
Reno 101
Choosing a decking contractor carefully makes sense.
Full article 80K.


Issue: Spring 2006
The Reno File
Here's a great use for that spare room after the kids have moved out.
Full article 176K.


Issue: Spring 2006
Around The House
Pave the way to a more beautiful home.
Full article 48K.


Issue: Spring 2006
Around The House
Gutter system keeps debris at bay.
Full article 33K.


Issue: Spring 2006
Around The House
Light comes in, heat goes out.
Full article 48K.

Issue: Early Spring 2006
Reno 101
Buyer beware.
Full article 56K.

Issue: Early Spring 2006
Around the House
Concrete edging makes a long-lasting landscape border.
Full article 32K.


Issue: Early Spring 2006
Around the House
Give your landscape a kick.
Full article 112K.


Issue: Early Spring 2006
Around The House
Cutting out the middleman.
Full article 96K.


Issue: Early Spring 2006
Aound The House
Letting in the light .
Full article 32K.


Issue: Early Spring 2006
The Reno File
In the old days there was little to fire the renovation imagination, but now...wow!
Full article 99K.


Issue: Winter 2005
Around The House
Advanced gutter system keeps leaves at bay.
Full article 23K.


Issue: Winter 2005
Reno 101
Tips to avoid panic renovations.
Full article 56K


Issue: Summer 2005

Around The House
Installing paving stones.
Full article 28K.

Issue: Summer 2005
Home Reno
Small renovation projects can add a lot when it comes to summer fun.
Full article 77K.

Issue: Spring 2005
Reno File
Some projects need a specialist rather than a generalist.
Full article 182K.

Issue: Spring 2005
Reno 101
What to look for and what to avoid when picking a contractor.
Full article 158K.

Issue: Spring 2005
Around The House
The latest concrete pavers allow the use of various patterns and colours to add curb appeal to your home, while proper installation will help ensure their long life.
Full article 124K.

Issue: Spring 2005
Around The House
Decking material eliminates problems
Full article 40K.

Issue: Spring 2005
Around The House
Curb Appeal. Concrete edging makes a long-lasting, smooth, curving landscape barrier.
Full article 40K.

Issue: Early Spring 2005
Reno 101
Why planning, especially for permits, is critical in renovations.
Full article 99K.


Issue: Early Spring 2005
The Reno File
Surviving the reality of renovations.
Full article 124K.

Issue: Fall 2004
Around The House
Don’t let mould get ahold.
What’s the connection between windows, mould and your health?
Full article 42K.

Issue: Fall 2004
Around The House
Designer Patios can last a lifetime.
Full article 170K.

Issue: Fall 2004
The Reno File

The Contract. A detailed ‘Scope of Work’ ensures you know what you’re paying for.
Full article 74K.

Issue: Summer 2004
The Reno File: Brush away the effects of winter to revive your home's exterior.
Full article 174K.

Issue: Summer 2004
Renovation 101:
If the price looks too good to be true, be careful, it may be.
Full article 98K.

Issue: Spring 2004
Around the House: Sunglasses for your house.
Full article 25K.


Issue:
Spring 2004
Around the House: Easy landscape makeovers. Pavers can add distinction and elegance to an outdoor space.
Full article 8K.

Issue: Spring 2004
The Reno File:
Renovation 101. Getting in the Zone.
Full article 44K.

Issue: Early Spring 2004
The Reno File:
Renovation 101: Building solid foundations.
Full article 37K.


Issue:
Fall 2003
The Reno File:
Today's faucets are like jewellery for your home.
Full article 40K.


Issue:
Fall 2003
Around the House: Water, water stay away.
Full article 8K.

Issue: Summer 2003
Around the House: Choosing a paver contractor.
Full article 40K.

Issue: Spring 2003
The Reno File: Get big results with small bathrooms.
Full article 56K.

Issue: Spring 2003
The Reno File
:
What's hot in kitchen design?
Full article 59K.

Issue: Early Spring 2003
Around The House:
Textured concrete has tiled look for interior use.
Full article: 21K.

Issue: Early Spring 2003
Around The House:
Where to get help when deciding whether to move or renovate.
Full article: 33K.

Issue: Early Spring 2003
The Reno File
:
Planning for a successful kitchen renovation.
Full article 71K.

Issue: Early Spring 2003
Around The House
:
Organize chaos with handy wall storage systems.
Full article: 35K.

Issue: Fall 2002
Feature: Around the House
New glass will improve security and reduce noise.

Full article 32K.

Issue
:
Summer 2002
Feature: Around the House
Avoid problems with concrete pavers.

Full article: 33K.

Issue: Summer 2002
Feature: Around the House
It's an open market on electricity.
Full article 32K.

Issue: Summer 2002
Feature: Around the House
Get a grip on your gasbill.
Full article 41K.

Issue: Spring 2002
Feature:
Around the House
Innovations in concrete pavers.
Full article 32K.

Issue: Spring 2002
Feature:
Around the House
Energy deregulation means choice.
Full article 32K.

Issue: Spring 2002
Feature:
Around the House
Windows then and now.
Full article 32K.

Issue: Early Spring 2002
Feature: Around the House

Inside: Dramatic entrances and how to achieve them in open-concept homes.

Full article 56K

Issue: Fall 2001
Feature: Around the House
Inside:Closet Quest: The benefits of custom-built closet systems.

Full article 15K

Issue: Summer 2001
Feature: Around the House
Inside: Tips for replacement windows.
Full article (8K).

Issue: Spring 2001
Feature: Home Landscaping
Inside: Practical pathways: How to choose pavers for a garden patio or pathway.
Full article (36K).

Issue: Spring 2001
Feature: Home Landscaping
Inside: Concrete beauty: Continuous concrete borders are extruded in place without disturbing existing landscaping.
Full article (16K).

Issue: Early Spring 2001
Feature: Renovation File
Inside: How to plan a successful bathroom renovation.
Full article (20K).

Issue: Early Spring 2001
Feature: Around The House
Inside: Door screen hides out of sight when not in use.
Full article (20K).

Issue: Early Spring 2001
Feature: Around The House
Inside: The backyard golf green
.
Full article (20K).

Issue: Early Spring 2001
Feature: Around The House
Inside: Solariums: Outdoor living, indoors.
Full article (40K).

Issue: Early Spring 2001
Feature: Around The House
Inside: Down the garden path.
Full article (24K).

Issue: Fall 2000
Feature: Around The House
Inside: Planning a renovation for a basement home office or rec room.
Full article (52K).

Issue: Summer 2000
Feature: Home Decor
Inside: Decks and patios: The ultimate outdoor room.
Full article (64K).

Issue: Summer 2000
Feature: Around The House
Inside: Improve driveway drama with lighted interlocking pavers.
Full article (32K).

Issue: Early Spring 2000
Feature: Around The House
Inside: Home wiring options for the 21st Century.
Full article (20K).

 
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