Everyone is adding colour to their gardens, whether it be perennials that flower in spring or wonderful textured plants such as the grey of lamb's ear or the big bold leaves of a hostas.
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Tune out noisy neighbours
Innovation in the construction industry can be driven by many factors. For example, an increase in the types and finishes of hardwood flooring has been fuelled by a popular design trend.
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Toronto housing market slows while other Ontario cities gain
Housing sales, construction levels and price growth will be lower in 2013 in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) as activity enters the year at a slower pace...
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The international appeal of Toronto
Last week in his Editor's Note, Martin Slofstra asked "Do you love your city?" I'd like to answer that with a big 'YES' -- as both someone who lives and works here!
Infrared camera new tool in leaky basement battle
May 17, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaWater entering a basement is something most homeowners have to deal with at some point, and with the heavy rains we've had this spring, many may be dealing with this problem.
Plan your renovation
May 15, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaLooking to take on a home renovation project this summer? Before pulling out your tool box, you'd be wise to do some homework.
Lay a solid financial foundation for your renovation
May 9, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaOnce you've made the decision to renovate your home, an important first step is to determine how you will pay for it. Will you use savings, redeem assets or borrow money?
Tile installation requires a real service pro
May 6, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaEiEiHome learned from Mario Di Matteo of Pro Tile Installer what it takes to have a fantastic tile installation in your home.
Surf your way to a new home
May 4, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaBuying a home is exciting -- but it can also be challenging. You need the right tools to help you along the way. Many homebuyers use the Internet in their search for a new home. While you're online, [...]
Getting tougher to buy that first home, generation Yers claim
May 1, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaFrom high property prices to tighter lending conditions, young first-time homebuyers today say they face challenges that their parents didn't have to worry about.
Mad for Mad Men
April 30, 2013
By Homes-Extra / MicasaRetro style is sweeping North America amid a growing popularity of mid-century modern architecture and home décor. Spanning from 1933 to 1965, it is most associated with the post-World War era of [...]
