From Grey to Blonde
Consumers are stepping away from cool greys and moving towards natural warmth, according to this season’s flooring trends. While greys have been underfoot for the last few years, suppliers are now reporting…
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FENCE AND RAILING PROJECTS ON THE RISE
Whether it is because homeowners suddenly have time to tackle their “honey-do” lists or are reallocating funds originally earmarked for vacation, outdoor living projects are on the rise this year amidst pandemic…
HARDSCAPE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR BACKYARD OASIS
Extending the comforts of home to the backyard or patio is hardly a new concept, but the trend is evolving from simple outdoor dining areas to more elaborate gazebos, welcoming firepits and…
SUMMER LOOKS GOOD FOR COMPOSITE DECKING
Contractors specializing in composite decking products may be in just the right place at just the right time this summer. A combination of homeowners staying home to fight the coronavirus, product innovations…
RASING THE ROOF
As homeowners across Canada weather various storms and changes in climate, is roof performance becoming more top of mind? The short answer is yes, according to manufacturers with their finger on the…
GARAGE DOORS WORTH A SECOND GLANCE
While garage door selections may have been an after-thought in the past, today’s options propel homeowners to think twice about the type of curb appeal they want to create for their home.…
SIDE EFFECTS
Whether you’re building a new home or updating an older one, your choice of siding can make a major impact on a new home. Innovations in technology and evolution in design means…
DECORATING ON TREND FOR A NEW DECADE
With a new decade upon us, many homeowners are looking for fresh, up-to-date design ideas. For some of the latest insights, we look to some industry experts for their insight on how…
On Top of Front (& Back) Door Trends
First impressions matter, they leave people with lasting opinions for better or worse. For homes and homeowners that impression is generally made at the front door. Because of this, the front door…
Rooms with a View
Homeowners are seeking more natural light as they spend more time indoors, making windows a more significant part of their home’s design and style. “It’s tied into consumers wanting more expansive views,”…
GYPSUM BOARD, NEVER BORING
Gypsum may not get the attention of many other building products, but manufacturers are always looking for ways to evolve their boards and related products. While not always the top focus of…
LUMBER 2020 OUTLOOK
They say hindsight is 2020, and there is speculation that the lumber and panel market may see a repeat of past unpredictability in the year ahead. Entering into the new year, the…
WHAT’S NEW IN INSULATION
Canada’s climate extremes have always put demands on our homes. And that’s truer now than ever before. Few elements are put to the test more than insulation when it comes to keeping…
KEEPING THE COLD OUT
A NEW CROP OF WINDOW AND ENTRYWAY PRODUCTS HELP MEET GROWING DEMANDS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS. Consumers no longer judge a home’s facade solely by its appearance. Windows and doors that look…
KEEPING WARM: WHAT’S HOT IN INDOOR HEATING
High-efficiency furnaces, smart home innovations, more realistic electric fireplaces and other home heating options may be warming up this winter. Home heating is, of course, a broad space across Canada, making national…
LUXURY VINYL FLOORING — A TWIST ON AN OLD CLASSIC
Photo courtesy of Taiga Building Products When one hears vinyl flooring, their first reaction may be to cringe at the thought especially given some of the product’s history. For years, whether it’s…