Winter‑Proof Your Entryway With Tile That Can Handle Real Canadian Winter

January is when your entryway stops being a cute little foyer and becomes a full‑time job. Snow melts. Salt dries. Gravel shows up like it pays rent. If your floor is the weak link, winter will find it. Here’s how to choose—and care for—tile that shrugs off slush season. Start with a tile that doesn’t …

The 2026 Backsplash Refresh: Warm, Natural, Low‑Fuss

January is peak why‑does‑my‑kitchen‑feel‑tired energy. The good news: a backsplash refresh can change the whole mood without a full renovation meltdown. Here are the backsplash directions showing up in 2026, plus how to pick one that fits budget and tolerance for grout cleaning. Trend 1: The slab‑look backsplash Minimal lines, maximum calm. Designers are leaning …