Archive for the ‘Renovations’ Category

0 How To Install Insulation in Your Basement

How To Install Insulation in Your Basement

Share If you are thinking of turning your unfinished basement into a rec room, you will need to consider a lot of things. One of the most important parts of the renovation will be the addition of insulation. Although it is always wise to talk to an experienced contractor or home renovation specialist about these [...]


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0 Landmark Property Profile: The College and Palmerston Church Reno

Landmark Property Profile: The College and Palmerston Church Reno

Share We’ve already discussed how living in a renovated church can be an unique and exciting home option. This week I thought I’d give you a profile of an excellent example of this sort of work, even if it is out of the reach of most Realty Kitchen readers. The church renovation is a former [...]


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0 Choosing the Right Contractor

Choosing the Right Contractor

Share I’ve already given you some pointers on how to choose the right contractor. You’ve done all of your homework and everything looks good with the person you are going to work with. You’re ready to sign. First of all, make sure the contract your contractor is showing you has all of the relevant contact [...]


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Church Conversions Gaining in Popularity

Share If you travel through Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, many people are struck by the number of churches that each city has. Toronto has been called a “City of Churches” and Montreal’s history and geography is dominated by them. But, as has been noted by demographers, church attendance is continuously falling. Many of the beautiful [...]


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How To: Choosing a Contractor

Share You’ve bought your dream home – except it needs a little work. Unless it’s a small job, you’ll probably need to call in a contractor. But if you have never done this before, it can be a daunting prospect. Not all contractors are scrupulous, and if you are not careful, they can charge you [...]


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The New Revolutionary Material for Bathroom Renos: Kerdi-Board

Share I’ve been giving some tips on bathroom renos, but I didn’t get too deep into the particular materials you should use. One of them, which is taking the renovation world by storm, is a new form of tile substrate called Kerdi-Board. I know – this doesn’t sound like the most exciting product out there. [...]


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Part Two of Bathroom Renos Done Cheaply

Share Last week, I gave you some tips on how to renovate your bathroom without breaking the bank. Today, I’ll give you some further tips. 1. Keep the DIY in your reno Whenever possible, do as much of the work as you can. Most renos go through money to pay for the labour, rather than [...]


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