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Make time for The Backyard Living Expo this weekend!
If you’re a grill master, backyard bartender, deck dweller, hot tub enthusiast, or an all-around fan of outdoor living, then this weekend was made just for you! That’s because the inaugural Backyard Living Expo started today, and will run until Sunday, at the International Centre in Mississauga. Read More
Darla Grant-Braid - April 21, 2017
Renovations adding to debt burden
Many Canadians are making financial sacrifices to complete home renovations this summer. As a result of their planned renovations, nearly one-quarter say they are not paying down debt as fast as they should be, 25% aren’t saving enough for emergencies, and 21% are not saving enough for retirement as they focus on renovating their home Read More
Darla Grant-Braid - June 18, 2017
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5 Creative Ways to Add Privacy to Your Yard
Your backyard can provide a much-needed and well-deserved escape from the chaos of everyday life. Between family, work, friends, hobbies, and not to mention household upkeep, an infusion of serenity and calm is sometimes necessary; and your backyard is the perfect place to get it!
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Is Your Outdoor Fireplace Legal?
The idea of turning your backyard into a camp site and cuddling up next to your very own fire may sound appealing, but it may also be in conflict with Ontario Fire Law. Despite their popularity in homes across the city, outdoor fire places are not permitted for use within the City of Toronto.
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Andy DeSantis RD MPH

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The Sunroom: an underutilized essential
eieihome.com looks at how adding a sunroom allows Canadian homeowners to extend the enjoyment of outdoor living. Spring is here and in full bloom, which means it’s time to get out into your backyard to prepare for outdoor living season. Chances are, you’ll be inspecting and maintaining your deck, bringing the garden back to life, or opening your pool.
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Darla Grant-Braid

What
What type of gardener are you?
Gardening season is just around the corner (and frankly, for some of us, it can’t come soon enough).  So, to kick things off, we thought we’d take a bit of a tongue in cheek peek at the different types of gardening styles you might find amongst your friends and family.
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Darla Grant-Braid

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Canadian Tire’s Premier Paint reaches New Heights
Living in a grey world simply does not exist with Canadian Tire’s Premier Paint collection. From delicious Lemon Tart yellow to luscious Rideau Canal blue, there’s something for everyone. eieihome.com was invited to join interior designers and TV personal, Colin and Justin, to view the World’s Largest Paint Swatch. At a whopping 35,000 sqft. the only way to truly enjoy this unique spectacle is from 1,000 ft. up – in a helicopter.
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Devon Gleed

Where
Where to Sweat Vs. Spend On Kitchen Renos
We’ve all heard how much value a kitchen renovation adds to your home. Still, taking the plunge – or sledgehammer – to an overhaul can be intimidating because it can cost upwards of $20,000 on average. The good news is that knowing where to sweat and where to spend is half the budget battle. As I renovate my blah builders’ kitchen into a thing of beauty and functionality for my family, I cut costs where I can.
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What does your faucet say about you?

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A look in the nation’s washrooms reveals our differences MISSISSAUGA, Ont. (Feb 28, 2017) – Canada has its share of stereotypes, eh? To some, Canadians are the quiet type, likely on their way to the rink, wearing a toque and being far too polite about it. “This country is too big for one catch-all stereotype,” says Adam Findlay, Senior Marketing Manager of Pfister. “Being Canadian isn’t just about clothing, donuts or beer. It’s also about faucets. Yes, faucets.
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Mother’s
Mother’s Day gifts of relaxation
Mother’s day is on the way, which means you’re probably starting to think about what you might want to give that special lady in your life. Whether it’s your wife, mother, grandma, or other special someone, she’s certain to appreciate that you’ve remembered her.
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Darla Grant-Braid

How
How to tackle a foundation crack repair
Realizing that you have a foundation crack in your home can be a costly problem and if you don’t tackle the issue head on you can be stuck with a bigger repair bill than initially planned. We spoke with Tony Romanelli, President of RCC Waterproofing – a family operated business since 1920,
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Devon Gleed

Deck
Deck out Your Deck
It’s that time of year where we upgrade and transform our backyards and decks into a Canadian paradise. This spring renovate your deck into the oasis it deserves to be. With these additions, you’ll be blown away at how much more time you’ll want to spend outside.
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Devon Gleed



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