Episode 7 of the AskShell.com Show, on this week's show we have Landscapers Gordon and Robert from Fretter Design.Fretter Design offers custom Landscaping for Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. They have been in the business of designing and building fine gardens since 1981. An eye for good design and a commitment to quality workmanship are the hallmarks of their service. They offer innovative solutions to site challenges and bring a flexible and personable spirit to the task at hand.
If improving your home's curb appeal tops your list of projects to do, replacing old, worn-out garage doors with something dressier like a carriage-house style door can transform the look of a home. A garage door can be a prominent focal point so it's worth matching the style of the door to the style of your home.
Home renovation trends show that Canadians are customizing their homes by creating specialized rooms. Home theatres continue to grow in popularity making them a must have in new homes and one of the more popular renovations. According to recent data from Motion Picture Theatres Survey, homeowners appeared to be more inclined to watch movies in their living rooms than venture out to the theatre.
I am considering doing some renovations to my 11 year old condo in Vancouver (Citygate), particularly the kitchen. Could you provide me with the name or names of Companies that could advise me on what I might do and who could do it? Things like cupboards, counters, lighting, floors etc.
Homes are often the biggest investment in a persons life. It is one of the most vital assets of any individual. Thus, it is essential that the home is kept in good condition. Having a well maintained and well-designed home ensures less energy consumption and reduces the maintenance as well.
Fretter Design offers 2 different services for snow removal.They are offering snow removal for driveways and sidewalks using snowblowers (2). Their Toro snowblowers are incredibly efficient at moving snow. In tight spots they can do hand snow removal.
Q: We have vinyl flooring in a small powder room, and it is getting a bit grungy looking. We don't want to spend a lot of money on it right now, as eventually we want to replace all flooring. Is it possible to lay a new layer of vinyl over the old?
Q: My husband and I have purchased a 48-year-old house as our first home. It is a nice rancher, but we would like to update the interior doors. They are clear finish mahogany. What can we do to dress them up to a more modern look?
Shell Busey's Home Improvements & Renovations can design and renovate your whole home or just your kitchen and/or bathroom. Call 604.542.2236 to get your FREE estimate.This old large kitchen was enjoyed in its day, solid oak cabinets; room for all the cooking and baking a home owner could want.
Q: A renovation that I started about three years ago is finally finished. I installed an exterior steel door that came with a protective plastic wrap on the interior and exterior sides. I removed the interior almost immediately but left the exterior thinking I would take it off when the work was finished. Now three years later it will not peel off. I have tried goof-off, thinners etc. without any success. Any suggestions?
There are two general types of paintbrushes - natural hair bristles and synthetic bristles such as nylon or polyester.
There are two general types of paint brushes - natural hair bristles and synthetic bristles such as nylon or polyester.
My wife heard you mention on one of your programs several months ago that Penetrol could be used on an interior pine door as a finish and would also stop it from yellowing.
AskShell.com Podcast is a new version of the Home Discovery Radio Show Shell used to do every weekend across Western Canada. In the AskShell.com Podcast, Shell answers YOUR emails, has interviews with guests in the Home Improvement industry and features hard to find, but use-able products.
To easily remove odor and discolouration from your microwave, place a bowl of vinegar in the microwave and run on high until boiling. Wipe down the interior with a cloth dipped in vinegar when finished.