Don McCuaigNov 11, 20191 minA coffee tableFurniture building is not my forte exactly, but I do enjoy it and I love learning new joining techniques as I go. This simple pine coffee...
Don McCuaigOct 17, 20191 minNeed ideas?Wondering where you should look for ideas? Honestly, Pinterest. Sure, there’s a plethora of magazines out there but they cost money and P...
Don McCuaigOct 17, 20192 minKnowing your budget is a huge component of ANY renovation!Some of this discussion was covered in a previous post, but if you’ve jumped around my website and ended up here, I’ll go over a few impo...
Don McCuaigOct 17, 20191 minBuilding Permit DrawingsIf you are thinking of finishing your basement, or even considering a small basement renovation (maybe an extra bedroom or a bathroom), p...
Don McCuaigSep 12, 20192 minBudgeting for a reno doesn't have to be scary.Some of this discussion was covered in a previous post, but if you’ve jumped around my website and ended up here, I’ll go over a few impo...
Don McCuaigSep 12, 20193 minHow to pick a good contractorI have met with a lot of homeowners over the years to speak about their potential renovation. One of the most, if not the most, stressful...
Don McCuaigSep 12, 20193 minDo you need a building permit?Obtaining a City of Ottawa building permit is not as hard or as costly as most think. In my opinion it is also invaluable if reselling yo...