Caring for Cedar: Decks & Exterior Woodwork
Home / Resources / Care & Maintenance Care & Maintenance · 5 min read Caring for Cedar: Decks & Exterior Woodwork Oiling, cleaning and protecting cedar so your deck and exterior woodwork survive Ontario winters in style. By Seán Kirwan · Founder, Kirwan Carpentry · Nov 2025 On this page Decide on the look you […]
A Realistic Renovation Timeline, Week by Week
Home / Resources / Renovation Guide Renovation Guide · 6 min read A Realistic Renovation Timeline, Week by Week From demo to final walkthrough — what actually happens each week of a full renovation, and where the delays tend to creep in. By Seán Kirwan · Founder, Kirwan Carpentry · Dec 2025 On this page […]
How to Care for Hardwood & Custom Woodwork
Home / Resources / Care & Maintenance Care & Maintenance · 5 min read How to Care for Hardwood & Custom Woodwork Keep your floors, built-ins and cabinetry looking new — simple seasonal habits from a finish carpenter. By Seán Kirwan · Founder, Kirwan Carpentry · Dec 2025 On this page Understand your finish firstThe […]
How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Toronto? (2026)
Home / Resources / Renovation Guide Renovation Guide · 9 min read How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Toronto? (2026) A no-nonsense breakdown from a working carpenter — what actually drives the price of a Toronto kitchen, honest ranges by tier, and where your money goes. By Seán Kirwan · Founder, Kirwan Carpentry […]
Renovating a Century Home: What to Expect
Home / Resources / Renovation Guide Renovation Guide · 7 min read Renovating a Century Home: What to Expect Knob-and-tube, balloon framing and walls that aren’t square — a practical guide to renovating Toronto’s beautiful old houses without nasty surprises. By Seán Kirwan · Founder, Kirwan Carpentry · Jan 2026 On this page Nothing is […]