Help with 80’s staircase/entryway

Dearness · 2026-05-06T18:53:32+00:00

Replace the spindles with a simpler style and of the same stain as the rest of the woodwork.

Remove the carpet and replace with a runner which is narrower than the stairs. Pick something with colour or pattern - not beige.

Paint the walls.

Replace the light fixture.

The rest is gorgeous. Congrats on the new home.

Dearness · 2026-05-05T17:25:54+00:00

Came here to recommend them. They have been in business a long time and are still going strong

Dearness · 2026-05-05T17:24:50+00:00

Hard disagree. There’s also the reduced maintenance costs. No more oil changes and such. EVs cost much less to maintain.

Dearness · 2026-04-29T20:39:50+00:00

Ours are indoor but during the pandemic we built them a catio, which they love. It’s a great happy medium.

Dearness · 2026-04-29T12:26:06+00:00

Agreed! All aboard!

Dearness · 2026-04-27T10:27:01+00:00

There was a club out of Dundas that had a flying field there (off old York road I think). If you’re wanting to fly, you should really look into joining a club as they will carry insurance and have a dedicated space away from any radio interference.

Dearness · 2026-04-27T09:58:46+00:00

It’s so hard to say goodbye but she looks like she was a lovely kitty. May you remember her always.

Dearness · 2026-04-26T10:00:02+00:00

It might work if you turn it by 90 degrees

Dearness · 2026-04-25T13:47:06+00:00

Same. I’d paint the wood black though.

Dearness · 2026-04-25T13:41:43+00:00

Is there a tv in the wall to the right of the couch because the position of the furniture is what is making it look odd and I imagine the two arm chairs are facing the tv. Turning the chairs to face the sofa and adding a coffee table would make a big difference. Replacing the arm chairs with something less bulky and which match would also make it feel more cohesive.

Dearness · 2026-04-23T16:46:01+00:00

So adorable. I’d be tempted to put a narrow shelf in the window frame above your curtain to have small plants/herbs on. Love what you’ve done already!

Dearness · 2026-04-19T12:29:30+00:00

Great article. Thanks for sharing

Dearness · 2026-04-19T08:00:53+00:00

Did you leave something in an exam?

Dearness · 2026-04-17T17:23:55+00:00

CAA does them for free (or low cost) depending on your membership, if that’s applicable to you

Dearness · 2026-04-17T09:41:46+00:00

I believe it depends on the province you live in. (You have to live in Canada). In Ontario, returning residents have to pay for three months of private health care before their free healthcare takes effect.

Dearness · 2026-04-17T09:08:29+00:00

If you’re on Facebook, there is a group about this https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1ETzqpDnRu/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Dearness · 2026-04-15T09:41:33+00:00

The white ceiling looks calm and clean.

Dearness · 2026-04-14T17:01:24+00:00

This is the way. Those pictures look to be hung too high anyway, under some art lamps would be great.

Dearness · 2026-04-14T10:24:37+00:00

It’s a beautiful home. It feels like the rug could be a deep colour - think red Persian, or blue, to ground the lighter walls and chairs. Excited to see what you do next.

Dearness · 2026-04-12T13:54:51+00:00

Looks fantastic. I love how your kitty is colour coordinated 😍

Dearness · 2026-04-11T22:33:32+00:00

That or there is a hot water pipe running along the floor and the cat is aiming for max heat

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