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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…
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COOL TOOLS 2019
Many tools that grace a contractor’s kit have been in use for decades, but that doesn’t mean tool manufacturers aren’t in a constant state of upgrading and improving what goes into the…
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Cool Tool Guide
Whether you’re a contractor, tradesperson or checking off your upcoming Father’s Day gift list, no matter how well stocked the workshop is, there’s always room for more. And with advances in tool…
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Cool Tools
Doing a job well requires skill, of course. But having some great tools on hand never hurts. With technological advances and plenty of innovation, manufacturers are making tools that are more powerful,…
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The New Generation of Home Buyers
According to the 2017 National Association of Realtors “Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends”, the millennial generation has dominated the real estate buying market and has made up the largest share of…
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What’s New in Roofing & Siding
Much like a good suit, a home’s exterior makes a statement to the world. Also like a suit, what’s available, what’s possible and what’s in fashion will change, over time. Natural and…
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Insulating Homes Just Got Easier.
Introducing ONE solution for ALL of your residential rigid insulation needs, STYROFOAM™ CLADMATE™ CM20 extruded polystyrene foam insulation. STYROFOAM™ CLADMATE™ CM20 is a multi-purpose rigid foam insulation that features the same trusted…
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Concrete Jungle
Whether you’re driving on Ontario’s Highway 407 ETR, riding on Montreal’s subway system or landing at Vancouver International Airport, the “concrete jungle” surrounds all of us. With its basic ingredients dating back…
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RAISING THE ROOF
The market for roofing material is much broader now than it has ever been. These days, homeowners can choose from a range of products to cover their houses, gazebos and other structures.…
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Simply Paint
After a long winter, the highly anticipated Spring season is a great time for rejuvenating and adding some spirit to a tired wall or dreary deck. Laurentide Paint has some great eco-friendly…
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Insulation Innovations
Mounting code requirements for higher-performing, energy-efficient homes has prompted many builders to turn to innovative insulation solutions to improve comfort, lower energy costs and offer softer living. Not only can builders benefit…
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