Care & Maintenance
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July 01 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Reading Time: 4 minutesPatio pavers come in a range of materials, colors, shapes and designs. How you can choose to install them can also help create visual depth and a patio space you... read more4 min read
Natural Stone Cleaner: Are You Using the Right Product?
March 04 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Reading Time: 4 minutesUsing natural stone can make any room of your home look more beautiful, but it also needs the proper care and cleaning to keep it looking new. If you’re not... read more4 min read
Caring For Your New Floors When You Have a Dog
January 22 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Reading Time: 4 minutesChoosing the right flooring will ultimately depend on personal preference of what you think is more visually appealing, but you should also consider your dog’s needs too. Some dogs will... read more4 min read
Caring for Composite Decking in Winter
October 30 | 4 min read | The Build Direct Team
Reading Time: 4 minutesOutdoor spaces have a way of making any home feel larger while providing an inviting area for family and friends to gather. When you live in climates that experience extreme... read more4 min read
Don’t Skimp on Surface Sealants, Here’s Why
September 18 | 4 min read | The Build Direct Team
Reading Time: 4 minutesTo keep your floors, tiles, and countertops looking fresh and beautiful, surface sealants are added to create a protective layer. These sealants are especially important if you have a deck... read more4 min read
The Best Eco-Friendly Floor Cleaner for Porcelain
August 21 | 4 min read | The Build Direct Team
Reading Time: 4 minutesYou’ll find numerous tile cleaners at your local grocery store, and if you peruse the shelves of big-box stores, you’ll find all manner of specialty tile cleaners that’ll cost you... read more4 min read
How to Childproof Your Home: A Checklist for New Parents
May 08 | 4 min read | Brooke Cumming
Reading Time: 4 minutesUnintentional injuries at home are a leading cause of death among small children. Before Baby goes mobile, it’s important to have a safety plan in place and a checklist on... read moreGet inspiration straight to your inbox
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Spring Cleaning Projects That Take Less Than 20 Minutes
April 09 | 4 min read | Brooke Cumming
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhen you imagine spring cleaning you probably plan for at least a weekend of around the clock tidying, scrubbing and straightening. While the all-at-once approach might work for some people,... read more4 min read
Spring Cleaning: How to Make Your Kitchen Spotless
April 03 | 4 min read | Brooke Cumming
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe kitchen is the number one place people hang out in the average home. You get your coffee there in the morning, eat a quick breakfast before you head out... read more3 min read
How to Get Your Lawn Ready for Picnic Season
March 31 | 3 min read | Brooke Cumming
Reading Time: 3 minutesA gorgeous green lawn can make your home look beautiful and your neighbours downright jealous. Getting that perfect lawn grass, especially if you weren’t blessed with a natural green thumb,... read more4 min read
Why Do You Need Distressed Hardwood Flooring?
March 26 | 4 min read | Brooke Cumming
Reading Time: 4 minutesIt can be tough to wade through the mountain of choices you have when it comes to distressed hardwood flooring for your new home or renovation. You can achieve almost any... read more7 min read
The Joy of Tidying Up: Organization Tips to Make the Most of Every Room
March 21 | 7 min read | David Montagliani
Reading Time: 7 minutesDid you know that research shows that people with tidier homes are happier and healthier? Studies suggest that people who are more organized are less likely to be fatigued, depressed,... read more4 min read
7 Ways to Get Your Backyard Ready for Spring
March 06 | 4 min read | Brooke Cumming
Reading Time: 4 minutesWe’ve seen a brutal winter this year, but March always carries the promise of spring. Before you know it, temperatures are going to rise, and the flora in the backyard... read more