by Brandy Kawulka | Jan 25, 2022 | Attic, Blog, DIY, Renovation
Asbestos usage has been around for thousands of years but it became pervasive in a wide range of products and industry processes in the mid 1800s. It was often used as a safety measure due to its fireproof qualities. But exposure by inhalation has now been found to...
by Brandy Kawulka | Jan 18, 2022 | Blog, Media Room, Renovation, Technology
There’s no fighting it. Technology and its integration into our homes is already here, and it’s never going away. How much of it is gimmicky? On our podcast, All Things Renovation, we interviewed Mike Chorney, the president of La Scala Integrated Media, to...
by Brandy Kawulka | Jan 11, 2022 | Backyard, Blog, New Westminster, Renovation
When most people think about renovations they think about the interiors of their homes. Landscaping their yard and caring for their lawns are often an afterthought. On our podcast, All Things Renovation, we interviewed Marc Holley from Second Generation Landscapes. We...
by Brandy Kawulka | Jan 4, 2022 | Blog, Doors, Renovation
Choosing new doors for your home can involve a surprising number of small decisions. On our podcast, All Things Renovation, we interviewed Brayden Stephenson from North Shore Door to get the lowdown on doors. Interior doors Interior doors open in a variety of...
by Brandy Kawulka | Dec 28, 2021 | Backyard, Blog, Cabinetry, Countertops, Kitchen Renovations, Renovation
Due to the pandemic, people are spending much more time in their homes. This has led to a growing awareness that backyards are often underutilized. Many chefs dream of having an outdoor kitchen. But how much does it cost? And what are the components and...
by Brandy Kawulka | Dec 21, 2021 | Blog, Renovation, Windows
Something we all have in our home are windows! They help to bring the outdoors in and to illuminate our spaces with the all-important natural light. But there are a lot of considerations when you are thinking of replacing your windows. To help make sense of them all,...