Category: Home & Living

Natural ponds have fresh water intake and an exit. Without this constant flush of new water, however, algae will grow. Even in natural ponds, algae buildup happens as a natural part of life. Without proper maintenance you aren’t keeping up a pond in your back yard, you’re growing a swamp. Use these seven essential tips …

Traditionally, the attic is used for storage purposes in the home, but if you’re attic is free from boxes and junk, perhaps you can find another use for it. A lot of people choose to convert their attics into additional rooms in properties, as this can help to add value to it. Whether you’re a …

Kids are often the ones struck hardest by a family move. For that reason, you should do what you can in advance to make the process as easy as possible for them. It restores a sense of safety and normalcy to their lives and makes moving day go much smoother. The advice given here applies …

If you’re fitting out your home to provide a safe and loving space for a young person with special needs, there are features you can easily add to the space to make life easier and more pleasant for all involved. Security             Rather than a house-key, provide the young person with a simple swiping card or …

As the seasons change, we begin to think of ways we can keep both our bodies and minds healthy. We change up our diet, perhaps adding in more greens through smoothies or juices. We add exercise into our already jam-packed routines, trying to build muscle and feel stronger. We learn to meditate or spend time …

As the weather is slowly starting to lean toward spring in some areas of the world, people are now beginning to make plans for spending more time outside with their families. Especially if you have little kids, spring and summer bring the perfect weather for playing outside and getting some exercise and fresh air. However, …

Purchasing a fixer-upper can be the coolest thing you’ve ever done or the worst decision you’ve ever made.  The goal is to make the finished product a comfortable place for you and your family, but controlling the cost on the way is equally as vital.   Before purchasing a fixer-upper property, it’s important to know …

A home is a special place for many people, given that you turn to it for comfort and it’s seen as your safe space. After a long day at work, you look forward to returning home, and the same can be said for after you have come back from a long vacation. Still, in order …

If you’re going to improve your home anyway, doesn’t it make sense to do things that could potentially last a lifetime? If that is where you feel that your mindset is, then there are definitely positive ways to approach repair, construction, and general improvements. You just have to think about what makes the most sense …

Mile Ex is located right smack in between the Mile End and Parc-Ex, which helps explain the name of this neighborhood. For the last few years now, it’s been bandied as a great place to live in for young adults and hipsters. But today it’s quite apparent that it’s not only the millennials who find …

Moving homes can be a big deal and take up a significant amount of your time. Whether you’re downsizing, leasing, or buying your first home, there are similar tasks you have to perform. The thought alone can be somewhat daunting, but there are ways to make it less so. For one, making sure you do …

While moving to a new city or even just to a new home can be a challenge for anyone, it can often be much more scary for a child. Because children understand things on such a surface level, the complexities and changes that come along with a move can sometimes create a lot of stress …