Posted on Monday, April 11, 2016 by Tara Valley
Last month we explored the drawbacks and problems associated with DIY lead testing kits, and mentioned that lead was commonly added to paint before the Canadian government officially banned it in 1976.
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Posted on Thursday, February 18, 2016 by Tara Valley
Older buildings offer heaps of charm and of course there are numerous environmental benefits to retrofitting an older building versus building new. However, older buildings can also test your last nerve when you realize that they could contain paint manufactured long before 1976, which was when the Canadian government officially banned lead in paint.
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Posted on Friday, August 24, 2012 by Tara Valley
Summer time is holiday time for so many Canadians and our beautiful country is full of iconic travel destinations. Many of them across the country feature hotels and accommodations that match the natural landscape in their gorgeous facilities.
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Posted on Saturday, July 24, 2010 by Tara Valley
It seems like everyone’s getting the urge to renovate these days. And why not? It’s a great way to get a change of scenery while adding value.
According to the Appraisal Institute of Canada, interior and exterior paint jobs can be one of the best ways to renovate a home and are right up there with kitchen and bathroom overhauls when it comes to adding value.
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