Winter Cottaging

 

Feature article: can this cottage be winterized?
 

What does it take to winterize a three-season cottage, while preserving its character? 

This article looks at three case studies and gives you some ideas about how you could modify your cottage while keeping insulation, moisture, plumbing, and heating concerns in mind.

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Snow loads on your cottage roof
 

 

 

Do you start to worry when the white stuff piles up on the roof?

Here's how to know whether your cottage can take the weight.

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When will the lake be safe to travel on?
 

Whether you are a winter cottager itching to cross the frozen lake to get to your place, or a snowmobiler who can’t wait to make some tracks, it’s important to understand the risks of traveling over ice.

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Great Inventions for winter
 

Homemade skiboggan beats a stroller anyday on snowy terrain!
Bringing up the firewood just got a whole lot easier.
 

 

Join the discussion on the Forums
 

You'll find lots of advice on winter cottaging, as well as tips to make your trip to the lake as enjoyable as it is in summer.

Click here to go straight to the discussions on winter cottaging.
 

Need a winter water system? Cold floors? Insulation inadequate? Septic system frozen?

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