I recently just finished moving another playground to a new location! The clients would like it refurbished as well! update to come....
Author: reclaimedtreasures
Greetings and thank you for checking out my site. My name is Aaron LeHeup and I recently graduated with honours from George Brown in Construction Engineering Technician program. I went back as a mature student in hopes of expanding my skills and job potential. I also have a degree in Environment and Resource Management from the University of Toronto. My passions include: diy projects, reusing, recycling, repurposing, passive homes, conservation, environment, and building to name a few.
Reclaimed Playgrounds!
I had the pleasure of helping to move this playground to new owners who wanted it to be as new as possible. I replaced most of the screws and bolts which ended up being the highest material expense. After installing the playground to its new location I replaced any rotted wood. Next, I sanded it down,… Continue reading Reclaimed Playgrounds!
Upcycling: A Way To Reduce Waste
You may have heard of the term Upcycling before but are unsure of its full meaning. Upcycling refers to transforming old items into new materials or products in a creative way to better the environment. In the book “Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things”, by William McDonough and Michael Braungart, the goal… Continue reading Upcycling: A Way To Reduce Waste
Each old object has a history!
Part of why I love to repair, repurpose and recycle old items, otherwise referred to as upcycling, is how much character they have. Each item has a history, and thus a story to tell. For example, these two doors below once separated the living room and dinning area of an old home in downtown Toronto… Continue reading Each old object has a history!
Get your upcycling game on!
Today I visited my local waste facility to see if they too allowed average citizens to go by and pick up old paint others have dropped off. I have visited this site a few times to drop off construction waste, like the others, it is well organized and staffed by friendly people. These facilities do… Continue reading Get your upcycling game on!
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