Saskatoon’s Council Chambers Sees Significant Renovation – Accessibility News International

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CTV News Saskatoon StaffPublished Monday, November 16, 2020 When Saskatoon’s new city council sits for the first time, it will be in an upgraded council chambers. This past fall, council chambers underwent renovations to improve its function and accessibility, the city said in a news release. Improvements include audio visual upgrades to improve video and […]

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Saskatoon’s Council Chambers Sees Significant Renovation – Accessibility News International

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CTV News Saskatoon StaffPublished Monday, November 16, 2020 When Saskatoon’s new city council sits for the first time, it will be in an upgraded council chambers. This past fall, council chambers underwent renovations to improve its function and accessibility, the city said in a news release. Improvements include audio visual upgrades to improve video and […]

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Staircases: the Basics

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Installing a new staircase can transform a home, but what are the practicalities and requirements involved?   There are lots of different reasons why a new staircase might be required. Obviously, if you are building a house from scratch then you will be specifying a new staircase, while those renovating or remodelling an older property […]

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A Typical Loft Conversion Schedule

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A step-by-step showing what to expect when your loft is converted   This step-by-step guide shows how the roof space in a 1950s bungalow was converted to provide two bedrooms and a shower room — all at a cost of $35,000 (which, according to a recent valuation, has added $55,000 in value). Most of the […]

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Loft Conversion Beginner’s Guide

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Depending on the roof structure and planning constraints, a loft conversion is one of the most straightforward ways of getting extra space. Almost all houses can benefit from this extension with a bit of basic planning   This feature explains everything you need to know about planning your loft conversion project and, by way of […]

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Buying a Woodburning Stove

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We explain what to look for when buying a stove. Includes types and styles guide. Three times more efficient than an open fire, the solid fuel stove is one of the most effective, cleanburning forms of heating, and – with a range of stunning designs available – makes for a striking centrepiece. Melanie Griffiths offers […]

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How to Repair a Roof

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Ailing roofs need not spell disaster for a renovation project. From slipped slates to sagging roof slopes, What to look out for and what’s involved in fixing common roofing problems   It’s common to find roof defects flagged up in Home Buyer reports and building surveys, which have a unique capacity to evoke dread. Even […]

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Repairing Original Features

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A guide to repairing and restoring original features. Includes advice on windows, floors, beams and doors.   One attraction of renovation projects is the charming original features they possess. But what do you do when they are in poor condition or missing altogether? Repairing Windows Without a doubt, the very best way to ruin your [...]

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14 Renovation Traps to Avoid

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From buying a property ‘blind’ to poor cost control, there are many traps for the renovator. Turning a tired, run-down property into something fresh and desirable can be a hugely rewarding experience. But negotiating the complexities inherent in renovation projects is generally a lot more challenging than new construction, where you have the luxury of [...]

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