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You should paint your home – 3 things to check off your list this fall

Jun 14, 2023

Since you’re spending more time indoors with cooler weather approaching, there’s no time like the present to paint your home. Here are three things you should paint in your home this fall.

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4 Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen Without Spending a Fortune

May 17, 2023

Industry standards estimate that we remodel our kitchens every 10-15 years on average, with countertops, backsplashes and sinks being the most common renovations being completed in 2023. Here are some simple ways to refresh the kitchen without spending a fortune.

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17 Gardening Tips as you Learn to Garden

Apr 14, 2023

Gardening has physical, mental and emotional benefits for those with the hobby. Whether you are looking to learn about gardening for beginners or just continue to learn to garden, experienced gardeners provide great tips in this recent blog post.

Our Favorite Cauliflower Recipes for Healthier Eating

Mar 09, 2023

Whether you're on a specific diet, or just looking to eat healthier this year, cauliflower is a great, versatile vegetable that can be snacked on, on it's own or added to, or subbed into your favorite recipes. Here are some of our fave cauliflower recipes.

15 Garden Experts on YouTube for Your Next Garden Project that You Should Follow!

Feb 09, 2023

Whether you’re looking for DIY inspiration or just garden care advice, it can be hard to decide whose advice you should follow for your specific home or garden project. The content these North American Garden Experts are posting on YouTube, and their blogs, is incredibly valuable.

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9 Home Gym Ideas to get you started on your next home gym project

Jan 24, 2023

You're building your dream home gym, but need a bit of design inspiration to make the perfect workout space for you. Check out some of these great ideas and get to sweating, from the comfort of your own home.

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Important considerations and design tips for creating your dream home gym

Jan 13, 2023

You've decided to build your dream home gym rather than opting for a gym membership. Before you start construction, make sure you read these important considerations so you build your gym in a logical and convenient space in your home.

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Gym Membership or Home Gym? Reasons to build a gym at home

Jan 04, 2023

Weight loss and healthy living are one of the most common New Year's Resolutions made year after year. If you're debating between creating your own dream home gym or buying a membership, here are some good reasons to think about creating your own health space at home.

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Should I become a plant parent? Why you should learn to garden.

Dec 29, 2022

Statista noted that "in 2020, over $880 million worth of potted plants were sold in Canada" which isn't surprising considering the popularity of both indoor and outdoor gardening has only grown since the start of the pandemic. If you're thinking of jumping on the gardening train but need some convincing, you've come to the right place.

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How to Hack Your Smart Garden

Dec 16, 2022

The Click N Grow is inspired by NASA technology and does all the work for you. Fresh herbs at your fingertips. Learn how to hack it to save you time and money!

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Holiday decorating tips to help you avoid damage to your home

Dec 02, 2022

'Tis the season for holiday decorating. Make sure you don't leave your house looking worse for wear with some of these holiday decorating tips.

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Hiring a Contractor? What to know before you pay a pro

Nov 25, 2022

*Canadian Edition* The last few years has had an emphasis on DIY-ing and working on many of our own personal home projects as we turn our houses into dream homes. Avoid making costly mistakes by knowing what to do yourself, and how to pick the right pro, when you can't.

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Checklist for designing a reading nook or cozy corner

Nov 18, 2022

With winter fast approaching, there's another type of winterizing you can do with your home. Make the indoors your ultimate relaxing space with a reading nook or cozy corner to help you hibernate for the next few months.

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Holiday Baking Tips for the first-time baker

Nov 04, 2022

Some say baking is more of a science than an art. But holiday baking doesn't have to be scary - even if you are a first time baker. From taking things slow to double checking your measurements, there are a lot of easy things you can do to increase your chances for success.