By Paul Lafrance
We get calls from homeowners all the time who find themselves in the unfortunate position of having a "disaster deck." There are several reasons for the deterioration of their back yard living spaces that we see often.
One of the most common problems troubled deck owners have is that they did not...
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By Paul Lafrance
People are always asking me if ultra low-maintenance materials like composite decking are worth the investment. There are many practical reasons why I respond with a resounding YES! But the first reason is purely psychological. What is the point of venturing into your backyard oasis, where the...
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By Paul Lafrance
1. Rot, Rot, Rot!
Whether your old deck is pressure treated or cedar, eventually you're going to start to notice signs of aging. Whether it's your spouse putting their foot through a deck board or the railing giving way to too much pressure, there's no way to avoid it-dead wood ironically has a...
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By Paul Lafrance
Spring is in the air and with it, a noticeable spring in your step, as this is the year that you plan on finally taking on what is considered (in some circles) to be a Canadian rite of passage.Building your own deck! I say GO FOR IT! Before you rush off to the nearest big box store to buy a whack of...
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By Lisa Canning
These chairs, created by interior designer Lisa Canning, are perfect for any urban small space dweller looking to unwind. Materials: Old chairs Wallpaper Black spray paint Directions: Jazz up the slim profile with a hand painted chevron pattern in purple, teal and grey. In keeping with the upcycle...
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By Denise Barnard
Used CDs add a modern glam feel to an IKEA light fixture, as seen in TerraCycle Canada's new office. Materials: Lamp base (this lamp from IKEA was used) Hot glue 178 old CDs With 178 old CDs, this lamp really hits a high note. Directions: Follow IKEA's instructions for putting the lamp...
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By Lindsey Gerrish
When we spotted these seats at Toronto's Fall Home Show, we couldn't wait to ask Lindsey Gerrish of Recreated how she pulled it off. Read on to find out how to upcycle two old movie theatre chairs into a unique entryway bench. Materials: Old seats Primer Black paint Foam Poly batting Fabric...
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By Denise Barnard
Found objects glued on to this simple frame, which was spray-painted gold, create visual depth and interest in TerraCycle Canada's new office. Materials: Old mirror An assortment of small and large junk objects Glue Primer Gold spray paint This upcycled mirror sits in TerraCycle's new...
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