Photo courtesy: Eldorado Stone One of the many benefits of using manufactured stone veneer (MSV) versus natural stone is the broad array of color options, no matter your project’s location and geography. But how do you go about choosing…
Photo courtesy of InStone It might be tempting to hear the word “stone” and assume that manufactured stone veneer lends itself only to more traditional, rustic-style projects. But while stone certainly offers a natural feel, the vast array of…
Millions of homeowners across Canada have basements that are prone to water infiltration. And those without basements often have crawl spaces or on-grade concrete slabs that still need protection from the seasonal flooding of snowmelt and sudden…
In recent years, economists have noted home equity is an increasingly large portion of Canadians’ household wealth. [1] Whether you are thinking about selling your condo or home, or simply aiming to maximize its appeal, renovating the bathroom is…
Across Canada, homeowners are looking for ways to add value and aesthetic appeal by installing interior wall paneling to spruce up the look of their homes. Whether it’s a hallway, recreational room, bedroom, living room – or even a wet environment…
Cement additives are chemical substances added during the cement manufacturing process to improve its properties and optimize the production process. The MAPEI Cement Additives Division (C-ADD) delivers innovative technologies and advanced,…
Amidst 2023’s record-breaking forest fire activity, increasingly violent storms, and more frequent (and frequently disastrous) flooding events, it’s clear we urgently need to build more resilient and green homes and infrastructure in Canada.…
Homeowners often look to adding value and aesthetic appeal by updating their bathrooms to have a modern look with high-end finishings. Glass doors, large-format ceramic tiles and other popular shower coverings always look fantastic at first, but…
The construction industry is always looking for ways to cut costs and save precious hours for their crews on-site. The intelligent use of fiber-reinforced concrete with select admixtures can reduce or eliminate the need for traditional…
