Si vous prévoyez installer une nouvelle douche, il est important de connaître les critères dont vous devez tenir compte pour choisir le bon modèle.

Lorsqu'il est question de la salle de bain, la douche est une pièce intégrale. Comme elle est centrale aux activités de tous les jours, il peut être utile de définir la configuration de l'espace ainsi que de l'ambiance.&nbsp;

Comment choisir la bonne taille de douche?

Comparez la qualité, la durabilité et le prix des meilleures marques de peinture pour vous aider à choisir le meilleur rapport qualité-prix pour votre projet.

Envie de métamorphoser les murs de votre maison&nbsp;? Peindre vos murs est une solution simple et économique pour un relooking spectaculaire. En vous renseignant sur les peintures d’intérieur, vous constaterez que le prix au litre peut varier considérablement. Ces produits offrent également une grande variété de caractéristiques, du type de peinture aux finitions.

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Déplacer les conduits de plomberie n'est pas une mince affaire. Cela comporterait des coûts faramineux. Voici quelques trucs pour les camoufler à peu de frais!

Il peut arriver que l’on achète une vieille maison dont la construction date depuis longtemps. Les travaux se sont ajoutés au fil des années et il est fort probable que les conduits de plomberie soient apparents. Que peut-on faire pour rendre ces conduits plus esthétiques ? Comment camoufler les tuyaux disgracieux sans compromettre la fonctionnalité de votre espace ?  Voici 7 astuces pour camoufler les tuyaux disgracieux ou pour les rendre attrayants.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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More and more homeowners are looking for alternative ways to heat and cool their homes, especially those which are environmentally friendly. Though it may not be a household name just yet, the heat pump is becoming commonly used in the Canadian household. This environmentally friendly system harnesses the earth's natural energies to keep us warm during winter months and cool during summer months.

So, what exactly is a heat pump, and why isn’t everyone using it for their household? If you’re a homeowner who is environmentally conscious, or just curious about this technology, we’ve gathered all the details about heat pumps and their innovative usage&nbsp;methods as household heating and cooling systems.

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Although they may not be a common household system just yet, heat pumps are not modern technology and are more familiar than the average homeowner might realize. Our refrigerators and air conditioners are examples of the commonplace heat pump, though working on a much smaller scale. Heat pumps are home heating and cooling systems that transfer heat with a substance called a refrigerant, which circulates by way of a cycle of evaporation and condensation.

A compressor pumps refrigerant between two heat-exchanging coils. One of the coils works by using the refrigerant to pull heat from its surroundings, and absorbs it. Then, the refrigerant moves through the coil and is compressed while moving through&nbsp;to the other coil. Once it reaches the second coil, it condenses at high pressure and releases the heat absorbed during the cycle.

Heat pumps work by extracting heat from one place and transferring it to another, utilizing heat from the earth's ground as well as the outside air. For the home system, a heat pump provides heating during winter months as well as cooling and dehumidifying during summer months. As the earth's ground and the outside air always contain levels of heat, a heat pump works year-round with the earth to warm and cool your home. This heating and cooling system is an excellent option for the homeowner looking to incorporate environmentally-friendly heating and cooling into their setup.

As mentioned, refrigerators and air conditioners are common examples of this technology. For the homeowner to visualize the heat pump's mode of operation, we can think about how the refrigerator works, as it is just a smaller model of the heat pump system. The average fridge operates by way of an evaporator coil, which is usually located in the freezer. In the same manner, as a heat pump, this evaporator coil absorbs heat and transfers it outside the fridge, generally below the fridge where a condenser coil is located.&nbsp;

There are two main types of home heat pumps, and these are air and ground source.

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There are two types of air source heat pumps, though the most common home system is an air-to-air heat pump. An air-to-air heat pump works by absorbing heat from the air in the winter and rejecting heat into the outdoor air during summer months. This is the most common type of heat pump currently used in Canada as it can be used even in urban or city environments.

Air-to-air heat pumps use up to 20 to 50% less energy than the average home heating and cooling system, and can, therefore, help the average homeowner cut electricity and heating costs greatly. Of course, savings will vary depending on the climate of your region. Air-source heat pumps require proper maintenance and upkeep. If properly taken care of, these systems can last from 15 to 20 years.

Alternatively, there is the air-to-water heat pump, and this is used in homes which are equipped with hydronic heat distribution systems. When in use, the heat pumps pulls heat from the outside air, transferring it to the water within the system. Unfortunately, air-to-water heat pumps are not an effective&nbsp;cooling system and are therefore rare in the average household. Further, air source heat pumps are not economically attractive in very cold climates, as they may have trouble performing if there is not enough available heat in the air.

Very recently, ductless mini-split heat pumps have begun appearing in Canada, though these only operate in homes with hydronic or electric resistance baseboard heating. These are single units that can be installed in any room of the home and are growing in market appeal.&nbsp;

Ground-source heat pumps aren't as common in Canadian households but are becoming more widely used. This style of pump draws and absorbs heat from the earth's ground or groundwater. Ground-source heat pumps are sometimes referred to as earth-energy systems (EESs). These systems operate by removing heat from the earth by way of a liquid, this liquid rises in temperature and the heat it harnesses is transferred to the inside of your home.

During the summertime, the process is reversed, and heat is transferred back into the ground by way of the heat pump's liquid. Ground-source heat pumps can also be designed to serve a single function, either heating or cooling exclusively.

All ground-source heat pumps have two parts: a system of outdoor piping and an indoor heat pump. The outdoor section of a ground-source heat pump can either be an open system or a closed loop. However, open systems require proximity to an underground body of water, and the water used in the system is often discharged to an above ground body of water, whereas closed loop systems collect heat by way of a continuous pipe that has been buried underground, absorbing heat from the surrounding earth.

Ground-source heat pumps require space and are therefore difficult to install and utilize in a densely-populated city. However, areas of central Canada, British Columbia and the Prairies are adopting this type of pump with more accessible ground and ground-water. As with air-source heat pumps, ground-source heat pumps are energy-efficient and will reduce heating and cooling costs for any homeowner. Further, ground-source heat pumps have a life expectancy of up to 20 to 25 years, just slightly outliving air-source heat pumps.&nbsp;

 A crawlspace is an area under the house, located between the ground and the first floor of the house. It must be at least 20cm tall, but in general it is close

Is there a lot of clay in the soil around your house? Is the ground slanted or prone to earthwork? If your house doesn’t already have one, you might want to think about digging a crawlspace. 

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Discover the top 5 Carrier heat pump models for Canadian winters. Compare comfort, efficiency, and quiet operation to find your best fit.

Buying a Carrier heat pump in Canada is rarely “just” about picking a model. Between harsh winters, outdoor unit noise, efficiency (SEER2/HSPF2), and cold-weather performance, it’s easy to feel a bit lost—especially when several models look similar on paper. This article is designed to make things easier and help you make a clear decision, without unnecessary jargon.

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 Planning a pool house in Canada? Learn about permits, setback rules, pool safety, licensed trades and weather-resistant materials.

Building a pool house in Canada usually requires a building permit and strict compliance with local setback rules. These setbacks vary by municipality, but they often determine how close your structure can be to property lines, fences, neighbouring buildings and easements. Any electrical or plumbing work should be completed by qualified, licensed trades in accordance with provincial regulations. Your pool house must also respect local pool safety requirements to ensure it does not create unsafe or unsupervised access to the swimming area.

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