Monthly Archives: September 2009
Understanding Windows
Windows consist of a glazed unit, a frame and a sash. In Canada, the most common type of glazed unit is the insulated glazed unit, which consists of at least two panes of glass, sealed airtight with a spacer in between to separate the panes. The glazed unit fits into the sash, which in turn … Read More
HPO Reconstruction Loan Program Ended
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) reconstruction loan program stopped accepting new applications, effective July 31, 2009. Here are the facts: The Province has more than met its commitment to help homeowners with the cost of repairs to leaky condos. The program has been in existence now for almost 11 years and all leaky buildings should … Read More
Aurastone
Aurastone is an architectural coating used in the faux finishing industry. The Aurastone finishing system is unparalleled in durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. As it is considerably harder than the traditional decorative wall finishes and architectural coatings used by fau finishers, it is ideal for high traffic areas especially in commercial applications or where children … Read More
Paper for Rainscreening?
The product is called RainStone and it is manufactured using 100% recycled post-consumer waste paper. The paper is bonded together under pressure with a water-based, non-petroleum phenolic resin system which is also VOC-free. Pigments are mixed into the bio-resin system to ensure maximum colour uniformity and UV resistance. For additional weather proofing a waterborne acrylic … Read More
BC Hydro: That will be $20,000 for your new Laneway House!
Vancouver Sun article reports that BC Hydro wants to charge as much as $20,000 to hook up new Laneway Homes. We were quite astounded by this development as we had been planning our Laneway Homes with the understanding that a service extension from the home to the garage (where the new Laneway Home will be … Read More
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