Springbank Shape Up Before Photos
Can you believe how far we've come with the Springbank Shape Up project? Sometimes you don't realize how far until you look at the before photos...
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Get the scoop: real renovation timelines
March 9, 2018
You may have seen our video about renovation timelines – you can see it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnhtRwtZyJw&feature=youtu.be That’s pretty high level so let’s break it down in a bit more detail. Renovations tend to take longer than people thing they will! Warning this is an idealized case of a...
Cost Plus vs. Fixed Cost
January 31, 2018
I’ve worked in the construction industry for 10 years and I’ve seen A LOT of sketchy stuff. I’ve worked for a few renovators and home builders and seen the pros and cons of both cost plus and fixed cost. Definition of Cost Plus: The price of...
3 Things Your Contractor Never Told You The Truth About
January 16, 2018
There are countless blog posts and articles giving renovation advice but there are some things that contractors would rather not bring up! Keep reading to see 3 things your contractor is reluctant to tell you the truth about. 1. Changes change EVERYTHING All renovation contractors would like...
Revere Pewter Kitchen Update Before Photos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3mrBACp8I8 We share a lot about our Revere Pewter Kitchen Update on social media. It was Miter’s first major kitchen renovation project so it is very dear to our hearts. While it looks fresh, bright and modern now it wasn’t always like that. Before it was...
Above The Fridge Cookbook Shelf
October 25, 2017
With any kitchen, storage is always at a premium! Some items you want to hide away, like pots and pans and some items you want to display. Displaying your cookbooks can be a great way to add a pop of colour to your kitchen without...
Ideas for an Eco Friendly Renovation
September 15, 2017
Renovating your home is a great time to think of fresh starts and towards the long term future. If you’re considering opening up your space to allow for more light, or redoing your cabinets and work surfaces in a new colour, making new decisions for...
Love Your Mudroom
It’s the first thing you see when you come into your home, but you might not spend very much time in it. Why would you? It’s where your kids drop their coats and boots, and the very name conjures up visions of hectic mornings and...
Preparing Your First Home for Your Second Child
August 24, 2017
Once you have begun to feel settled and at ease in your first home with your growing family, change might be the last thing on your mind—but it happens, nonetheless. If you are newly expecting a happy addition to your family, it might be just...
How to Make Space for a Laundry Nook in Your Home
August 7, 2017
One of the most exciting parts of being a home owner is that you can fill it with your own appliances, including a washer and dryer. Not having to depend on laundromats can be really liberating, and can save you money as well. However, not...