metronews.ca
.

x
istock photos
Blinds can boost energy savings

February 12, 2012

It turns out you can cut expenditures like air conditioning by as much as 50 per cent with a simple, humble, old-school product – the window blind.

Teeple’s cubist condos

February 08, 2012

First the Warhol Collection and now Picasso. Toronto’s condos have an affinity for the arts.

The changing face of co-habitation

February 08, 2012

In terms of co-habitation agreements, one should always keep and eye on the ‘what ifs,’ because your story could easily be one of conflict rather than congratulations.

When it comes to stains, not all cleaners are created equal

February 08, 2012

I work in the motel business and am looking for a natural stain removal solution for white linens and towels.  Currently No Name bleach Oxi are being used to no avail... Please help!

Trends and trailblazers

February 01, 2012

Toronto’s Interior Design Show opened its doors for the 14th year. It is Canada’s largest contemporary design event, with colourful exhibits throughout the sprawling main Toronto...

Tips for tiling a cool kitchen backsplash

January 25, 2012

If your kitchen needs an update but you don’t have the time or money to spend on a complete renovation, brighten it up with a backsplash.

What to do with a leaky Townhome?

January 25, 2012

There is a specialization in law that deals directly with landlord and tenant law

Exciting products and innovative services to be showcased at the 2012 Home Renovations Show at the new CE Centre

January 19, 2012

The Home Renovations Show, the city’s first home show of 2012, will feature the latest in renovating, upgrading, and planning under one roof at a state-of-the-art consumer and trade show centre...

Expert presenters will give you ideas for your renovation

January 19, 2012

Six seminars will take place at the Home Renovations Stage, courtesy of Ensuite Kitchen & Bath.

Home Renovations Show to feature many new products

January 19, 2012

New and exciting products to be showcased at the 11h annual show include digital showers with programmable settings for each user, flooring that insulates and soundproofs condominiums, and hidden desk...

The ultimate garage is one of the show’s highlights

January 19, 2012

The Ultimate Garage, a "man-cave" with beautiful and functional storage and a few unexpected touches that will please everyone in the family is expected to be a popular attraction at the Home...

New location for the 2012 Home Renovations Show: the CE Centre near Ottawa International Airport

January 19, 2012

Located less than a 20-minute drive from downtown Ottawa, the CE Centre offers 220,000 square feet of functional space that will improve the experience for homeowners looking for the latest in home...

Can the condominium boom keep going in 2012?

January 18, 2012

The last two years have seen phenomenal growth in condo sales in Toronto.

Water-filter woes

January 18, 2012

"Filter" negative communication by communicating through their lawyers

Garage doors as works of art

January 18, 2012

Sometimes a garage door is not all that it seems, especially if your local graffiti artists have had anything to do with it.

Upcycling goes upscale

January 12, 2012

Most savvy home dwellers like to take on DIY projects.

Your new wood resolution

January 11, 2012

With a new year beginning, you may be thinking about all of those home renovations on your “honey-do list” that you missed last year.

Endless hot water, no tank

January 08, 2012

Canadians love hot water.  Having a tank ready to fire up a hot bath or shower after you come in from the winter cold is essential.

Hot new decor trends

January 05, 2012

Trends change yearly. Here’s four of the most popular ones for 2012.


F E A T U R E D   S P O N S O R S

MORE GREAT SITES
WagJag
Canadian Immigrant