Today’s stress-filled world leaves us all crying out for rest and relaxation. We know making your bathroom the best it can be, will generate a 56% better return on investment than the average popular reno.

Ever wonder why “kitchen parties” naturally occur every time you have a get-together? Well, it’s because the kitchen is the hub of every home. It’s where we get nourishment and refreshment, gather and regroup after a busy day. It is a room with real value for every family. Kitchen upgrades can really deliver, with a 44% higher return on investment than the average return on other popular renos.

Often overlooked for the dramatic effect it can have on any living environment, we know that the simple repainting of walls gives you a 29% better return than other popular renos. Whether you go neutral with splashes of colour or warm and dramatic, trends include a mix of strong colours, mixed with nature-inspired neutral-energy colours like orange, aqua, sage and blue, along with neutral palettes leaning toward bisque fawn, gray and walnut.

Great-looking floors are a strong feature of any home. It often makes all the difference. This upgrade can generate a 22% better return on investment than the average.
Start by ripping out that dated wall-to-wall carpet. Then sand your existing floors down and refinish them, or choose one of the many easy-to-install affordable laminates now available. A darker stain gives an elegant yet up to date look.

Nothing beats the feeling of curling up around a fire in a cold winter’s night. Not to mention the comforting feeling of hearth and home that a fireplace adds to a room.
Installing or upgrading the fireplace in your home will generate 11% greater return on investment than the average return on other popular renos.

Everyone knows the value of a first impression. Landscaping the front and backyard of your home will give you a 7% better return on your renovating dollar over the average return on other popular renos. Increasing your curb appeal can be as simple as adding containers of brightly coloured flowers. Another idea would be to add a low maintenance garden for blocks of colour and texture. Also, consider a simple water fixture in the backyard to add ambience.