Smart Home Safety
Technology has made our lives easier, safer, and more comfortable. Smart homes today integrate many types of devices that connect to the Internet and information from them is available on our phones when we're
What is Hygge?
In Denmark, they use the word hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”) to describe a cosy and comfortable feeling. It's thought that the word originated from the root “hug,” or an embrace to comfort. The Danes use
Autumn Home Inspections
October is the last month to prepare your home for the cold and wet months of winter. A systematic inspection of home systems and the exterior is essential to a safe and secure home. Remember,
Secondary Suites & Cabins
In the past, backyard cottages were sometimes designed for seasonal guests or an elderly parent. They were often quaint dwellings with one or two bedrooms with a small deck and perhaps a garden. Cottages
Staying Cool All Summer
In some areas of Canada, an air conditioner is de rigueur equipment to keep cool in the humid months of July and August. In other areas, such as the West Coast, air conditioning is
Feng Shui Starter
When you've tried arranging your furniture in every position around the room, and you're still not sure of the best place for the couch or the TV, maybe it's time to try a feng
Kitchen Counter Trends
Over the past 20 years, many homes in North America have been converted to, or built with, open concept kitchen-living spaces. This is partly in response to the demand for larger homes and, subsequently,
2023 Home Decor Trends
Older generations have pioneered a style that is enviably neat and easy to live with. It's known as 'coastal grandmother' or some variation of the name. It implies a retirement lifestyle in relaxed locales that
Frugal Resolutions
The word frugal is derived from the Latin frugalis, which means value and virtue in thrift. A frugal mindset helps us decide how, when, and why to spend or save our money. Practicing frugality doesn't
Steam Cleaning Basics
In commercial operations, steam is a widely used cleaning and sanitizing tool. It can reach in the areas that are often in accessible to other cleaning methods such as brushes and cloths. This makes it