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Located near Barton St. & Lake Ave. Seniors discount is included in some of the rents. Close to many amenities including Eastgate Square, restaurants, major bus routes, access to highways and the Red Hill Parkway.
Located in the west end of Hamilton, near Macklin St. & Hwy. 403. Tenants can enjoy the seasonal outdoor amenity area with green space and pool. *Beautiful 3 bedroom penthouse suite currently available for September 2014! Over 2,000 sq. ft., 2.5 baths w/master en-suite, some hardwood floors, fridge, stove, dishwasher, over-the-counter microwave, washer, dryer included. 2 underground parking spaces, spectacular city view.*
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Located next to Mountain Brow Park near Concession St. with spectacular views of the city. Near many amenities including shopping & public transit. Within walking distance of The Juravinski Hospital.
Located near John St. S. Close to St. Joseph's Hospital and a short walk to downtown Hamilton, Jackson Square, restaurants, parks, and schools. On major bus routes and close to the GO Station. Features outdoor swimming pool.
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The Villa Marie Community - 43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St., 151 Hughson St. – 905 528 5253
Main & Bay
Blink Bonnie Apartments - 136 Bay St. South – 905 528 4675
Main & Bay
Bay 200-200 Bay St. South – 905 529 9553
Main & Bay
Haldimand Apartments - 140 Robinson St. – 905 529 9553
Main & Bay
Robinson Place - 33 Robinson St. – 905 525 8373
Bay & Charlton
The Concord - 187 Park Ave. – 905 525 3371
Main & John
Landmark Place - 100 Main St. East – 905 528 1414
John & Burlington
Harbour & Marina Towers - 35 Brock St. & 600 John St. North – 905 526 1994
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The Eldorado - 494 Queenston Rd. – 905 573 6361
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Westgate Towers - 661 West St. – 519 751 3867
Fairview & North Park
Dornia Manor - 321 Fairview Dr. – 519 752 3596
Fairview & North Park
North Park Towers - 325 North Park Rd. – 519 752 3596
Glencrest & Guelph Line
Creswell Court Apartments - 3050 Glencrest Rd. – 905 637 6776
Plains & King
Warwick Court Apartments - 950 Warwick Court - 905 639 0456
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Surrey Lane Apartments - 685,695,705 Surrey Ln. – 905 639 0456
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The Caledon - 1363 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 637 8431
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The Sandpiper - 1431 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 632 1427
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EDITORS' NOTES
26 Moving away to school? Study these electrical safety tips
STYLE FILE 40 How to get organized and enjoy a smaller living space by Yanic Simard
FINANCES 52 Renting versus owning by Gail Vaz-Oxlade
MOVING 60 Moving can be fun & kid friendly by Chuck Resnick
RENTERS' HELP 62 How to paint your apartment by Jane Herman
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s you know, one of the biggest considerations you’re faced with when it comes to choosing a rental is your choice of location.
Unlike furniture, paint and decor, it’s the one thing that you cannot change, so it’s important to choose well. What are the critical things to consider when choosing a location? There are so many personal variables it’s really up to you to decide. As an example, if it is just as important to you to be close to your children’s school as it is to your place of work, then look for a place that offers you the best of both worlds. If you own a car and want to use public transportation whenever possible to save on parking and gas costs, a well-connected mass transit location may be a better option for you. If you’re a walker, close proximity to major amenities should be a definite consideration. Doing errands such as grocery shopping and banking on foot has many health benefits and gives you a chance to meet your neighbours and discover new places too. Don’t let the cost of rent solely dictate your choice of location. Make a list of your priorities first, and then take the time to assess each location for its merits and weigh your options.
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t’s the little things. They can really drive you crazy.
Living together puts those little things under a spotlight. They can test relationships, hurt friendships and cause unnecessary aggravation in rental living. Sometimes the little things can be ignored – but eventually, putting up with something that aggravates you can be maddening. And when it happens in your own home, there’s no way to escape it. I say, “Face it head on.” Whether it’s a roommate or a neighbour, if something is bothering you, don’t just let it build until you explode, approach the person whose little thing is driving you crazy and find a way to eliminate the issue. It’s generally a good way to live life, but it’s of ultimate importance in rental living. I’ve had those moments before – I’m embarrassed to say, I didn’t even realize I was driving my roomie crazy with my little thing. It seemed innocent at the time, and it was in one of my first apartments living with a roommate. I hate washing cutlery. I’d wash every other dish, pot, pan, plate, cup and saucer and then rationalize that it would be fair to share the chore so I’d leave the cutlery for my roommate. Since I hate doing it that much (Yes, really. Still do.) I didn’t see why it would be a problem. Finally, when my roommate could take it no longer, she gave me a gentle but obviously irritated talking to about this habit. I felt bad, having never realized the impact it had on her, but upon discussing it we came to a great compromise and moved past it. We remained close over the years. Once, fairly recently, when she came for dinner and I cleaned up, she noticed that I still left the cutlery, and made a joke about it. My husband laughed, the two of them commiserated. My next apartment had a dishwasher. Find the place that provides the perfect rental experience for you. Our magazine and website, RentersGuide.ca plus our new Renters Guide app, offer the best selection of available apartments as well as great articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!
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1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms
Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms Walk to UWO campus & Kings College Windermere Road Parquet flooring 5 minute drive to Masonville Place Heat & water included Ample parking available Huron Close to Richmond Row
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Adelaide St. N.
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Adelaide Towers I, II, III ADELAIDE & FANSHAWE PARK 1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North
Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms Park-like grounds with lots of trees On bus routes Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths Social room
Windermere Rd.
Huron St. Oxford St. E.
1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms Utilities included Park-like setting Covered parking available Close to schools, churches & public transit Controlled entry with cameras Minutes drive to Masonville shopping Squash court Modern laundry facilities Sauna Fanshawe Park Rd. Close to bicycle paths Exercise room Seasonal pool Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
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Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
519-439-0941
Royal Oak Terrace ADELAIDE & HURON 1126 - 1154 Adelaide Street North Utilities included in some buildings Ample parking available Seasonal pool On site variety store Walk to schools & shopping
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1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms
Adelaide St. N.
Fanshawe Park Rd E
Fanshawe Village ADELAIDE & FANSHAWE PARK 640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park Rd. Located in a park-like setting in North London Close to Masonville Place Fanshawe Park Rd E On bus route Grocery store less than a 5 minute walk away
Richmond St
Utilities included Controlled entry with camera Modern laundry facilities Quiet area On bus route Close to major shopping centres, including Masonville Place
Adelaide St N
Manor House Apartments ADELAIDE & FANSHAWE PARK 746 Fanshawe Park Road E.
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Roseland Place COMMISSIONERS & ADELAIDE 854 Commissioners Road E.
1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms
Luxury Condo Style 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites
5 appliances Base Line Rd E Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court, Fitness centre Commissioners Rd E Close to Hwy 401, on bus routes Walk to Victoria Hospital-Westminster Campus Children’s Hospital & Parkwood Hospital Wellington Rd
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519-668-0616
The Gartshore RIDOUT & GRAND 80 & 82 Ridout Street South
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
519-434-2828
Horton St.
Grand Ave. Base Line Rd. E.
519-432-3857
Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms, 2 Storey Suites
Grand Ave
Wellington St
Horton St E
Ridout St S
Close to schools, shopping, bus route Outdoor parking Social room On-site staff
Controlled entry with camera Ample parking available On bus route Walk to Wortley Village Close to Budweiser Gardens, Harris Park, Covent Garden Market
Peter McGregor Tower KING & RIDOUT 21 King Street
1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms Utilities included Balconies Fitness room Indoor pool, sauna Laundry facilities
1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
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Ridout Towers RIDOUT & GRAND 100 Ridout Street South
Spectacular views of the Thames River Fabulous downtown location Walk to parks, restaurants & public transit Reserved underground parking available Across from Budweiser Gardens
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Picton Place
DOWNTOWN
LONDON
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22 Picton Street
Ceramic/laminate flooring, kitchens w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured parking included, guest suite, lounge/billards room, fitness center w/sauna. All Utilities Included.
26th floor penthouse avail – 1859 sq. ft., 2 bedroom and a den including 209 sq. ft. terrace and balcony with beautiful views overlooking the city. Luxury finishes throughout; call for appt to view. Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, tenant lounge overlooking downtown, exercise room. Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.
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300 North Centre Rd.
Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.
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Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.
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800 Wonderland Rd. S. Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.
325 Southdale Rd. W.
Westmount Estates II
Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.
call for availability
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2 bdrm / 2 bath suites
641-3171
2 bdrm / 2 bath suites
Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.
641-3468
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75, 85 & 95 Fiddlers Green Rd. 226.271.2698
Located in Oakridge Park
LONDON
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Oxford St. W.
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724 & 744 Fanshawe Park Rd. East 226.271.2700 SOME BUILDING FEATURES
Fiddlers Green Rd.
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Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court
Commissioners Rd W Gordon Ave
1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms (Utilities Incl.) 2 Bedroom Townhomes (Plus Utilities) On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities
Southdale Rd W
Wharncliffe Rd S
The Brownstone & Gordonstown Apartments COMMISSIONERS & WHARNCLIFFE Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4 500 & 527 Gordon Avenue
519-686-5850
Springbank Manor t WONDERLAND & SPRINGBANK
Close proximity to all major amenities Clean, quiet building Laundry facilities Near Springbank Park
On bus route Utilities Included Ample parking available
Springbank Dr
Commissioners Rd
Wharncliffe Rd
Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms,
Wonderland
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
492 Springbank Drive
519-472-2032
Trillium Towers I & II t WONDERLAND & OXFORD 680 & 690 Wonderland Road North
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10-4
Controlled entry with camera Utilities included Reserved underground parking available Seasonal pool
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Wonderland Rd.
1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms/2 Baths
Oxford St. W.
519-471-6759
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New to London? College Court offers the option to rent a 3 bedroom unit or rent a room at a portion of the cost. Suite Amenities These stunning suites offer spacious layouts, large kitchens including dishwasher, fridge and stove, large windows to allow for natural light, living spaces offer carpet and flooring, 2 bathrooms. Building Amenities Laundry is located on the main floor of the building, secured key fob entry, Minutes to Fanshawe College, groceries, banks and shopping. Parking is available.
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We Simplify Your Lifestyle Locations: South & West London Nearby Amenities: Shopping, schools, parks, public transit, Springbank Park & The Thames River Features: 2, 3 & 4 Bedroom options Patios Updated flooring, kitchens, bathrooms & fixtures Parking included Free membership to private Berkshire Club with indoor & outdoor pool, fitness room & saunas
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BRAND NEW RENTAL LIVING AT KING & ADELAIDE
Now Renting West Tower!
RE-VISIT EVERYTHING YOU THOUGHT ABOUT RENTAL LIVING If you can think of it, it’s probably already at REVO. Why live in an older building, when you can rent someplace brand new! REVO offers many of the luxuries of condo living, but at rental prices. Not only that, everyday conveniences, green spaces, funky coffee houses, London Transit, the Budweiser Gardens and more, are practically outside your door.
Remarkable amenities include: t 24 hour fitness centre t Games room & party room t Screening room t Security/Concierge t Study lounge/library t 24 hour ground floor laundry t Secured underground parking t Bike storage t Security cameras throughout t On-site Super & Management Office t Guest suite t Some units have dishwashers t Medallion’s S.O.S. (Superior On-Call Service)
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HOW TO GET ORGANIZED
WE OFTEN COMPLAIN THAT WE NEVER HAVE ENOUGH SPACE. Every inch of space counts when the floor space is limited. With a little ingenuity, some practical solutions and yes, maybe selling or trading in a few items, your small dwelling can become your home. Enough of feeling cramped and cluttered! Now is the time of year to finally get organized and make the most of every inch of space with these helpful room-by-room ideas. By Yanic Simard
BUT BEFORE YOU START ORGANIZING, YOU HAVE TO START EDITING. EDITING Clean out your belongings before you think about organizing. Don’t do it the other way around. You can only know what space you have when you’ve cleaned up. If you don’t take a hard look at what you’re stuffing in your spaces, you’ll waste time and money organizing stuff you don’t need anyway. Organized spaces are simple to use. They have enough room for the items there and make sense. Every item in your home has a location. Organized spaces also feel calm, open, and welcoming. LIVING ROOM The living room is generally a communal gathering place for family and friends and the hub of the home’s activities. Get organized by doing the following: RentersGuide.ca
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RENTING Versus OWNING B Y GAI L VAZ -OX LADE
ONE ISN’T BETTER THAN THE OTHER. WHETHER YOU RENT OR OWN IS A MATTER OF PERSONAL PREFERENCE AND LIFESTYLE.
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The housing market has gone wild and every time real estate looks like a good “investment” people start questioning whether they should make the jump from renters to home owners.
room red. And if you’re handy around the house and enjoy puttering about, you’ve just secured yourself years of weekend entertainment.
THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT MONEY
Do you suffer from wanderlust? Are you upwardly mobile and constantly on the move in your career? Stick with renting. People who relocate for work are often better off as renters because they don’t have to worry about the horrendous home acquisition and disposal costs (selling commissions alone average six per cent). Unless you get lucky and the value of the home you purchased goes up by at least 10 per cent, you’ll be losing money.
Did you see that? Did you? The question moved from the issue of “shelter” to the issue of “profit”. That’s because people often believe that a home is a good investment. Unfortunately, and I speak from experience, this isn’t always so. I was one of those people who bought into the market during the boom of the 1980s only to watch my equity evaporate when the real estate bubble burst. While the money is one of the considerations - and it’s a pretty complex one - it shouldn’t be the only consideration. That being said, if you’re going to make this decision, you have to look at the dollars and cents. First there’s the straight calculation that compares the cost of carrying your own home (your principal and interest payments and property taxes) with the cost of renting. Sometimes that comes out a wash, which immediately brings people to the conclusion that renting sucks. Hang on now; there are some other factors. Renters aren’t responsible for maintenance. Generally the older the home, the higher the maintenance. A good rule of thumb is to estimate maintenance costs to be three to five percent of the home’s value per year. So a house worth $200,000 would cost $6,000 a year or $500 a month to maintain. You also need to consider “closing costs”: legal fees, land transfer tax, and other miscellaneous expenses that you don’t pay if you are renting. Assume five percent of the purchase price on the home. First-and-last-months’-rent is also a ways smaller than the typical downpayment on a home.
ON THE ROAD AGAIN
Buying a home in a neighborhood you don’t know well is one of the top mistakes home buyers make. If you’re new in town, you may be better of renting a house for six months or a year to get a feel for it. If you like living there and you like your neighbors, you’ll feel much more comfortable signing on the dotted line later on.
STEADY AS SHE GOES Your employment prospects should be pretty stable before you consider buying your own home. Home ownership requires a number of regular payments - the mortgage, property taxes, utilities, maintenance, and insurance. Missing any of these payments can trigger dire consequences. There are a number of financial factors that will weigh in when it comes to the rent versus buy question. But the decision involves much more than just running the numbers. You’ve also got to look at the emotional rewards and challenges of each alternative. I’ve been a renter and I’ve been an owner and overall I like home-ownership more. Course, like the weather and my underwear, that could change. Who knows what the future holds.
Of course, all that has to be balanced off against the fact that no matter how small the principal portion of your mortgage is (and it’s miniscule in the early years), as long as the market is stable or rising, homeowners are building equity and increasing their net worth with every mortgage payment. And that money is earned tax-free since with the principal residence exemption the capital gains on the sale of a home is zip, zero, zilch.
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE When I was in my 20s, I lived in a neighbourhood that was suited to a single girl hell bent on a good time. Back then renting was the perfect solution: one of limited responsibilities and commitment. If a window broke, I called the landlord. If the fridge stopped working, I called the landlord. Renting is virtually a worry-free existence. (All this is assuming you have a decent landlord). Home ownership is a pain in the rump, make no mistake. There’s always something that needs fixing. But home RentersGuide.ca ownership also brings a tonne of warm, fuzzy feelings. It means you can put down roots. You have complete control of your environment so, yes, you can paint your living
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MOVING CAN BE STRESSFUL FOR CHILDREN. THE CHANGE CAN BE OVERWHELMING, but there are ways to make it easier on them. It’s important to inform your kids about the family’s plans to move as soon as you can. The more time they have to prepare, the easier it will be for them, say child psychologists who suggest that children should participate in the decision-making. If kids feel included and take ownership of their new-home decision, the transition will go much easier. Moving is a family process so share the excitement and responsibilities with every member of the family. Give everyone an age-appropriate responsibility. Kids will enjoy decorating their moving boxes. And when you are in your new home, it will be easier for them to find their stuff. Throughout the move, stay as upbeat and calm as possible. Give your children a chance to express their feelings and try to be honest about your own feelings. Most children will feel some anger, sadness or may worry about the move. Reassure them they aren’t alone and it’s OK to have these feelings. Involve your kids in the packing process and start packing items you will not need ahead of time. Sentimental items your children treasure such as special blankets, beloved stuffed animals and photo albums should be kept in a separate bag or box which they can keep close until moving day, and then bring with them to your new home. Plan a date to tour your new neighbourhood RentersGuide.ca with your family. If it’s not a long distance, why not ride your bikes and scope out your children’s favourite activities and even fast food locations, new neighbourhood tennis courts, soccer clubs, baseball associations.
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Check with the local school PTA to determine if there is a Welcome Wagon program, arrange a tour of their new school and meet the teachers ahead of moving day. Make sure children say goodbye to the important people in their lives. Help them prepare a list of phone numbers, emails and addresses of important people in their lives. Prepare cards that have their name and new address on them to hand out to friends. If you are moving within the same city, try to schedule a few play dates with their friends before your move day. Give your kids an inexpensive digital camera to take as many pictures as possible of their friends prior to moving day. This way, they’ll have a reason to stay in touch as they share the photos. Keep them involved with the sports teams they were associated with until the end of the season, so they can maintain their friendships while they make new friends in their new neighbourhood. Child psychology experts agree that if kids know they can stay in touch with friends and loved ones, it will make the move less traumatic. Chuck Resnick is vice president Marketing and Operations for Two Men RentersGuide.ca And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit www.twomen.ca
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BY JANE HERMAN
NOTHING GIVES A ROOM A LIFT LIKE A FRESH COAT OF PAINT. And changing the colour is the easiest decorating touch in the world. But painting your apartment – even just one room – is a lot more work than you might imagine. So look into it carefully before you attempt it.
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If you’re contemplating painting your apartment, speak to your landlord first to find out what the company policy is regarding painting, especially if you have a vibrant colour in mind. Many property managers have a schedule for painting their units and yours could be due. Most companies paint all the rooms in a standard neutral colour like an off white, which makes it easier to maintain as well as re-rent. The key to any successful painting project is preparation: Move any furniture in the room away from the walls and cover the floors and all the remaining furniture with plastic or drop cloths. Next, remove any pictures, mirrors, window treatments and electrical light switch plates. Loosen the ceiling plates of hanging light fixtures and cover them as well. Use a mild soap and water solution to wash any surfaces that are soiled or may have an oily residue from hands or cooking. Mask any surfaces not to be painted such as door handles with non-sticky painter’s tape. Clean the baseboards and tape them as well, overlapping the drop cloth. Spot prime any surface markings with a good primer to prevent the stains or marks from bleeding through the finish coat. Sand any rough surfaces with fine sandpaper and remove any sanding dust with a vacuum and damp cloth. Examine wall, ceiling and trim surfaces for nail holes, cracks or other imperfections. Fill the holes with spackling compound and wipe the spatula over the area until smooth. Priming is an important step that many amateur painters think they can forego. Priming helps improve adhesion of the final colour, block flaws and give the finished colour a uniform appearance and maximum sheen – in short, a professional look. The type of primer you’ll need depends on what was on the wall before you start, as well as the colour you want to put on the wall. Painting a lighter colour over a darker one requires a good priming. If you’re painting a dark or vibrant colour over white using a tinted primer can save you coats of paint. Check with your paint dealer to make sure you purchase the right type of primer for your room. It is common to use a gloss or semi gloss for doors and trim, an eggshell or matte for the walls and the least reflective type of paint for the ceiling. Matte paints are more forgiving of flaws on the wall while the higher the gloss the easier it is to clean and wipe down. If you are painting the entire room start with the ceiling and then paint the walls. Begin at a corner of the room, using a two to two-and-a-half inch angled brush and RentersGuide.ca apply a three-inch strip of coating along the perimeter where the wall and ceiling meet. If you’re not comfortable
with this technique, tape the edge with painter’s tape to achieve a perfect line. Do one section of the ceiling at a time. Use a roller to fill in the interior of the ceiling. Pour paint into a tray and slowly roll the roller back and forth to remove excess paint. Roll the width of the ceiling rather than the length. An extension pole will help you reach the ceiling comfortably Using the same technique, paint the walls along the baseboard and around the door and window trim, one wall at a time. Use a two-inch sash brush to paint the window sash, then the rails. Be careful to avoid painting the sash tracks. Leave the sash open until the paint has fully dried, removing any paint from your window panes with a taped razor blade (be careful not to scratch the glass). Fill in the walls will a roller, rolling the paint in a W pattern, and then spreading the paint to fill in. Roll from floor to ceiling to blend and finish each section. Work in small sections so that the paint doesn’t begin to dry before you can fill in the section. Let the first coat dry and then check to see if you need a second coat. Let the walls dry for 24 hours before painting the trim. Apply painter’s tape to the edge of the wall to ensure a clean job. If you make a mistake you can remove the wet paint with a damp rag before it has time to dry. Once you’ve finished painting, you’ll need to clean up, and dispose of any leftover paint. Clean brushes with solvent, squeezing out as much paint and solvent as possible. Rinse the brushes in solvent, then wash in soapy water. Rinse and let dry. Wrap and store in heavy paper. Disassemble the roller and submerge in solvent. When most of the paint has been removed, wash with soap and rinse thoroughly. (If you have used latex paint, substitute soapy water for solvent). You may want to save a small amount of paint for touch-ups. Close the can, mark with masking tape and store under your kitchen sink or in your storage locker. Used paint never gets discarded in the trash or poured down the drain, ensure you dispose of it properly. Your neighbourhood paint dealer can also be of a great deal of assistance and may have some great suggestions. Good luck! Jane Herman is a Communications Consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.
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