Removing popcorn ceilings a cautious job
Posted on Jan 24, 2022 in Home improvements
Of all the DIY projects you might want to do in your home, removing “popcorn ceiling” may be among the most cautious. It’s not simply a “scrape, repair and paint” job. Because these textured ceilings became popular decades ago, there’s a chance it contains some asbestos, which its carcinogenic content is a known health hazard. Asbestos was in the...
Colder weather brings fireplaces to life
Posted on Oct 27, 2021 in Home improvements
A fireplace is one of those things that’s “just there” in a home, and things that are just there sometimes get overlooked. At this time of year, it’s important to pay attention to your fireplace.Heading into the winter months when your fireplace is going to be busiest, and sometimes a necessary heat source, make sure that it is functioning efficien...
Home improvement — Let there be lights
Posted on Aug 31, 2021 in Home improvements
As times change, so do household fixtures such as lights. The lighting of today is generally considered to be more energy efficient, more stylish and more appropriate.
Changing from the way they were makes your home look more modern, no matter its age. So it’s worth taking a look at outdated light fixtures to see if they’re in need of replacing.
For...
How to avoid whining about wine storage
Posted on May 01, 2021 in Home improvements
There are friends of Nexus Realty (they shall remain nameless) with an affinity for buying and storing (and yes, consuming) wine. There are likely many such friends of Nexus, but this particular couple has done it all when trying to accommodate a wine collection that at one time was several hundred bottles.
They didn’t buy a house specifically to fi...
Splashes of colour to brighten your home, your office, your life
Posted on Apr 15, 2021 in Home improvements
“Our homes have become offices, entertainment centres and classrooms, which means the colours, sights and sounds in our rooms have an even bigger impact on our daily lives.”
If there’s ever a need for elevating your mood in a positive way, it’s now, right?
That statement is in a Postmedia story in the Edmonton Journal this week, a quote attributed to...
Interesting results from home renovations survey
Posted on Mar 14, 2021 in Home improvements
Here are some facts about home renovations, based on a survey conducted earlier this year by BC Hydro:
• Over half (53 per cent) of the 800 homeowners surveyed have completed a home reno project since COVID-19 arrived
• Improving aesthetics was their principal motivation, and “comfort” was second
• About 20 per cent regret at least some aspect of thei...