Reasons to Replace the HVAC System

Most heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) problems happen at a very inconvenient time or during balmy days. Due to this, it's best to call for an air conditioning repair service in the spring to enjoy the benefits of the working HVAC system and to avoid the difficulties of getting a hold of a repair person. A properly functioning air conditioner is essential to the comfort of everyone in the family. 

Trendy Home Renovation Ideas To Update Your Home And Add Value

If you are planning on making some updates to your home this year, make sure you consider the latest trends. Here are some of the most popular updates you can do to refresh your home and add value.

How To Complete An Amazing Bathroom Remodel

Gaining the opportunity to revamp your bathroom is a chance that can't be missed. It is a good way to  transform the aesthetics without having to spend too much time or money on the project. A bathroom revamp is far easier to manage compared with a much larger rooms like the kitchen, but it is vital to take the time to plan the remodel if you want the end result to surpass expectations. Here are some ideas on what to keep in mind if you are thinking of remodelling a bathroom.

Ways To Add Quality of Life and Financial Value to Your Home

If you are looking to sell your property, then you are probably looking for maximum value. A bit of investment such as a finished basement, patio, decking, or a home spa could lead to a potentially significant return on investment. These additions can not only have a financial gain but also contribute to quality of life.

Steps To Follow When Renovating Your Home

Renovation is all about change to upgrade. With that in mind, here are some steps you could follow to renovate your house - the right way.

How to Attract Buyers When Selling Your Property

One of the most frustrating elements of selling a property is having it on the market and not having any viewers through the door. There are several things that can be done to avoid this frustration, and have more people view the property in the hopes to attract the correct buyer. 

Cool Ways To Use Touch-Free Technology In Your Home

Touch-free tech is any type of technology that can be controlled without touching it. Throughout the pandemic, such technology has been important for reducing the spread of the viruses. However, touch-free technology has many uses beyond this - it can help when you’ve got messy hands from cooking or arts and crafts, or it can help when you’ve got your hands full from carrying shopping or a baby. Below are some of the different forms of touch-free technology and their cool uses around the home.

Eco-friendly dish cleansing paste from KLIIN and Giveaway

Thank you KLIIN for sponsoring this post, and for being part of our journey to become more eco-friendly!

In our home, we try our best to be eco-conscious about everything we do, from the materials we use to how much we consume and recycle. We recently got the opportunity to use KLIIN's new eco-friendly dish cleansing paste. We have been using this paste when hand-washing our dishes and to clean different surfaces around our home. We are thrilled with the results of how clean it made our surfaces and dishes look, and it feels good to know we can reduce our consumption of water as well.

Festive Season in Stratford, Ontario

We love the festive season because it is not only a time for families and friends to gather in celebration of the end of a year, but also a time to admire the coziness, beauty, and magical time of winter. Just in time for the holiday season, we spent a weekend at The River Merchant Inn located in Stratford, Ontario to enjoy the Holiday Light displays, Outdoor Christmas Market, Santa’s Parade of Lights, and to go on the Christmas and Chocolate Trails.

Exploring the heritage of Stratford and Perth County

We spent a few days towards the end of our summer vacation exploring the heritage, trails, theatre, and outdoor activities in Stratford and Perth County. While enjoying the activities in this area, we stayed at Forest Motel and Woodland Retreat located in Stratford. It is a family friendly woodland retreat close to all the amenities, a few minutes from the Stratford Festival Theatre. 

Sightseeing in Québec City

We wanted to visit Québec City for a while, and was finally able to do this during our road trip from Ontario to New Brunswick. Québec City is located on the north bank of the Saint Lawrence River and offers unspoiled views of the Laurentian Mountains. It has been designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. During our visit, we had the pleasure of spending a night at Auberge Saint-Antoine, and checking out different places in Québec City on a bus tour of the city. 

Learning about Mi'kmaq First Nations and Acadians in Miramichi, New Brunswick

In our road trip from Ontario through Outaouais and Drummondville to Edmundston, we went to Red Bank, New Brunswick and learned about the Mi'kmaq people of Metepenagiag before heading to Miramichi. 

Our road trip through Drummondville to Edmundston and Grand Falls, New Brunswick

After our stay in Parc Omega, we stayed a night in Drummondville, Québec before heading to Edmundston, New Brunswick. This year we took a different route compared to our last visit to New Brunswick. We were able to see different parts of New Brunswick by taking the Fundy Coastal drive and entered through Edmundston, which is near the borders of Québec and Maine, USA.

Professional Cleaning using the Home Right Steam Machine

We love using the Home Right Steam Machine model O53 to clean a variety of surfaces in our home. We found this to be a natural, green way to clean and sanitize our home. 

Giant Tiger Roars into Brampton, Ontario

We enjoy shopping at Giant Tiger stores, as they have affordable, on-trend home and family fashions, brand-name groceries, and everyday items at low prices. Giant Tiger recently opened a brand new 25,300 square foot store in Brampton, Ontario located at 499 Main Street South, Unit 123. 

Immersing ourselves in Aboriginal Culture at Manitoulin Island

We had the most amazing experience of learning and appreciation during our trip to Manitoulin Island. It is the largest freshwater island in the world with countless trails and exploration that is good for the soul.

Memorable Time at Mont Tremblant

We felt the scenery change to mountains and lush greens, as we entered the Laurentians region in Quebec after our time at Parc Omega in Montebello. We stayed at Johannsen suites at Place St. Bernard right in the centre of the village, perfect spot to explore Mont Tremblant. 

Family Friendly Experience at Living Water Resort

During our recent visit to Collingwood, near Wasaga Beach we had the pleasure of staying at Living Water Resort. We enjoyed our stay in a double queen bed deluxe suite, which has an aesthetically pleasing design and décor. The suite has everything we need for a comfortable family stay including a kitchenette, bathroom with a Jacuzzi, and a walkout balcony.

BigSteelBox A Solution for Storage During Renovations and Moving

In the past few years, we've done a number of different renovations around the home and most recently renovated our basement, bathroom and kitchen. When undertaking these big scale home renovation projects, it can become quite stressful when living in the same space. Clearing the space helps, but finding additional space to store the items can be difficult. We also found everything in the home gets covered with fine dust, which means we need to constantly clean up; so, having lots of things around doesn’t make it easy. In our experience, we felt when the space is not cleared the furniture and belongings get in the way and become a hassle, and it is hard to envision the full potential of the space.

Cleaning and Clearing Out Clutter to Rejuvenate Our Space

Spring time when new life literally emerges, is also a time for us to rejuvenate our space and feel fresh! I love taking the time to do a deep clean in every nook and cranny in our home and toss away, donate, as well as repurpose our belongings. During this process, we always find inspiration to start new projects; most of which better utilizes the space and makes it more functional.