Embracing energy efficiency and a modern aesthetic, this Ancaster, Ontario, home was custom designed for its owners
Straw Bale Comes In From the Country
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Home & Design
DIY Fireplace Mantel
It’s that time when you want to cozy on up to the hearth and warm up by the fire. If you find yours somewhat lacking, how about dressing it up with...
Holiday Fun
“Christmas in a lighthouse! How romantic!”
Curb Appeal – Why a green driveway is environmentally sexy.
Who knew that climate change, biodiversity and curb appeal are synonymous?
Old-House Energy Upgrades
Four ways to spend less money heating your old, cold home.
Understanding Window Condensation
How wintertime window condensation is related to the insulation value of the glass making
Danielle French’s 3 Ways to Use Lavender
Lavender is an herb and we grow it in abundance here on South Pound Farms.
Project Pergola
Canada’s handiest man, Steve Maxwell, demonstrates how to build a great one.
At the Finish Line
Steve Maxwell’s guide to finishing outdoor wood.
Two Flaming Arrows
The tall tale behind one of the oldest homes in Laval, Quebec.
Avoid the #1 Deck Mistake
If you want to build a great deck, don't do what most builders do. Too many decks are fastened incorrectly, and most decks drive people crazy with...
One Simple Trick to Make Your Deck Look Great
How to add bull nose profile to your deck, and use a router to create a rounded profile to make it look really nice depending on which router you...
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