Category: Renovations & Remodeling

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Renovation Ideas That Maximize Storage And Minimize Clutter

If you are wondering what you could possibly add to your home to maximize storage and minimize clutter, you may be surprised to know just how many options exist! Below, we discuss our favourite budget-friendly renos that can give you more sp…

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The Benefits of Renovating: 4 Reasons to Start

There’s more to remodelling than just refreshing your space. Here are 4 unexpected benefits of renovating your home! 1. Renovating Can Benefit You Psychologically Actively taking the initiative on a task or project can boost your…

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A Fuse to Breaker Panel Upgrade May Be Just What Your Home Needs

If you currently have a fuse panel in your home, there are a variety of reasons you should consider upgrading to a breaker panel. Breaker Panels offer Simplicity If you have a blown fuse, it can be difficult to determine visually which fuse ha…

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5 Master Bedroom Renovation Tips & Ideas

Whether you’re trying to make a new space your own, or you’re tired of staring at the same boring walls, day after day, a master bedroom refresh can make all the difference. Fresh paint, new floors, and modern furniture can elevate your sleep…

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Inexpensive Bathroom Fixes: 4 Top Tips

Winter can be an ideal time to tackle some mid-range projects. These are things that aren’t the flashiest or most expensive renovations but can nonetheless add a great deal of value to the home. And the bathroom, perhaps the most important y…

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How to Create a Functional Home Office Space: Our Top Tips

Everyone who starts working at home soon realizes that the layout of their home office has a huge impact on their experience at work. Once you know you need to upgrade your space, your first stop will probably be Instagram or Pinterest. But ke…

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The Complete Guide to Home Renovation in Canada

Home renovation in Canada requires careful planning, qualified contractors, clear scope definition, and an understanding of permits and timelines. Successful projects begin with defined goals, realistic expectations, and proper v…

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Your Ultimate Guide to Paint Your House: Interior, Exterior, Colours and Styles

Painting your home, on the inside or the outside, is one of the fastest ways to make it feel fresh and new. A professional quality paint job can radically alter how a room feels or your curb appeal by simply putting on a new coat of paint. Choosin…

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Choosing the Right Backsplash Tile

The first question I’m often asked by a client when discussing backsplash tile is, “What style of tile would you recommend?”   My answer, following a smile, is, “Whichever tile you like.” Different Types of Backsplash Tile Selecting the r…

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Custom Lighting is for More Than Just Inside Your Home

With summer on the way, it’s time to start thinking about creating your perfect outdoor space. More and more families are shifting their focus from the inside of their homes to the outside, and folks want to make the absolute most of their out…

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How to Prep Kitchen Cabinets for Painting

Painting cabinets is a quick and affordable way to refresh your kitchen. All you have to do is grab a roller and get started, right? Not so fast. This is a job where preparation is the key to success. In fact, prepping should take longer than pa…

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Spring For These 5 Bathroom Renovation Ideas

Once you’ve decided to undertake a bathroom renovation, there are a few things to keep in mind when planning in order to make sure the end result is exactly what you wanted.  Working with a professional contractor who has experience with bat…

4 Top Bathroom Remodel Mistakes to Avoid

Remodelling your bathroom should be a pleasure, improving both the appearance and function of the space. However, bathroom remodel mistakes are often the result of focusing too much on trends and not enough on the function of your space. H…

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5 Questions to Ask Your Cabinet Painter Before They Start

Have your cabinets seen better days? Are they starting to look worn down, but you know you don’t need a replacement just yet? A new coat of paint may be the perfect solution, but finding a professional cabinet painter is an important st…

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What is a Design Build?

Sometimes when we advise a potential client that the next step in their renovation process is to enter into a “Design-Build Agreement”, it becomes clear that this is a term the homeowner is both unfamiliar with and intimidate…

How Refacing Your Cabinets Can Transform Your Kitchen

Cabinet refacing can give your kitchen an instant update at a fraction of the cost of renovating. Here, we’ll break down the process of cabinet refacing and help you get inspired to transform your kitchen. If you’re weighing this upg…

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Increase the Value of Your Home

As corny as it sounds, New Year’s offers us all a chance to start fresh. New Year’s resolutions can range from getting in shape to reading more, but what about making a clutter-free home your resolution for the New Year? A de-cluttered…

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4 Steps to Baby-Proof A Fireplace

When you have a toddler or small child in the house, fireplaces, just like many other areas of the home, can become a hazard if not taken care of correctly. Whether you have a traditional wood-burning fireplace on a stone hearth, a gas or wood s…

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Spiral Stairs

A spiral staircase is not just an aesthetically pleasing way you can stylize your stairs anywhere in or outside your home – there’s actually a myriad of benefits of a spiral staircase. Below, we discuss why you might want to consider spiral s…

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Building Beautiful Functional Kitchens

Crawford Homes knows a lot about building kitchens. A family-owned and operated company, they have remained Regina’s leading high-quality homebuilder for 41 years. Kaitlin Bashutski designs and styles the company’s show homes. “We’v…

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How to Renovate a Garage into an Apartment

A garage renovation is like a miniature version of a total home renovation. If you want to turn your garage into a space that is fit to live in and not just store your car in, you’ll have to make major changes to it. Here’s a brief rundown of the maj…

How to Plan a Basement Renovation

You’re finally ready to tackle the basement and turn it into the practical, beautiful space you’ve always dreamed of. The process of planning the renovation is as important as the work itself and will ultimately dictate the quality of the f…

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How to Plan a Renovation While You Work from Home

Planning an office renovation, or the renovation of any part of your home when you work from home can be challenging. No one wants to live, or work, in a construction zone. But making time for a renovation can dramatically improve your produc…

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Renovation Q&A With Bryan Baeumler: Odours, Flooring & More

He who rejects change is the architect of decay. A decaying house that is. In this article, we dive into common renovation questions—or at least things that may prompt a renovation. Question 1 Hi Bryan. We have an odour coming from our cold-…

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The Best Gadgets to Make Your Home Smarter

As technology continues to advance, it is clear that we are now making each home smarter, where various connected digital devices and applications can be employed to increase the efficiency, safety, and livability of your space. While we…