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Q&A: Why Should I Consider An Outdoor Fireplace?
With the summer season around the corner and the warmer temperatures we’ve been seeing, it’s safe to say the home’s outdoor area will be getting a lot of use over the next few months. This is exactly why it is important to consider how to make your outdoor space the most inviting area of the home and create a place that offers a comfortable setting to gather in, whether it…
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How To Make Homemade Mini Donuts
There is nothing better than the smell of fresh, hot donuts as you walk around the summer fairground or around a local sporting event. But what if you could bring that smell and taste home and make your own homemade mini donuts? Not only are these yummy treats easy to make, but you can also bake them to avoid the mess of oil and frying. Before you know it, your…
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Choosing the Right Fireplace
Are you having trouble deciding what kind of fireplace is right for your home or outdoor living space? Valor Fireplaces offer a wide variety of installation options – ranging from traditional to modern – to fit any living space and any style. Discover the difference between zero clearance, insert, outdoor and freestanding Valor fireplaces by reading below: Insert Gas Fireplaces Are you converting from an old, inefficient wood-burning fireplace? Switch…
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Five Tips To Make Your Home Magazine Worthy
Do you ever find yourself looking through magazines and watching designer TV shows, wishing you had the picture-perfect spaces you see? Well, while it may be hard to recreate those looks exactly, your home can still look like a space taken right out of a designer publication with a few key changes. You’ll need to get a little creative, but you can create a beautiful home that will leave that…
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How To Make Strawberry Sangria
Is there anything better than a cool, refreshing drink that you can enjoy in your home or out on a patio? Lately, the weather has started to warm up and that usually calls for yummy, chilled drinks, and spending some time outside. So, why not whip up a batch of strawberry sangria that can be shared with a large crowd or just make a few glasses for yourself and your…
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How To Use Wood Pallets At Home
While wood pallets may appear to be simple and industrial, they actually make great project material for the home inside and out. You can make furniture, accent walls, storage and even outdoor seating that will have a unique handmade look that will bring your personality and style to the forefront. The best part is you will be saving money and the environment by re-purposing materials that would most likely end…
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How To Get The Most Out Of Your Outdoor Space
Using your backyard or outdoor space over the summer is important because it allows you to spend time outside without leaving your favorite comforts of home. But to achieve the ultimate relaxation, you must have a good outdoor setup, whether your space is a small balcony or a large, sprawling lawn and deck combination. So, what is the best way to do that? Well, we have gathered a few ways…
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How To Decorate With Black
Black can seem like an intimidating color to decorate and use frequently around the entire home. However, black can make quite a statement in your space, highlight your favorite design features and stand out above the rest. The most important part of decorating with such a bold color is to find a balance within the home and to use it in combination with other colors and styles. Use Black Within A…
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How To Bring More Natural Light Into The Home
Do you find that your home feels dark and without many sources of natural light regularly? Well, it’s time to solve this problem and light up the home to make it feel bright and cheerful. It’s been said that the more light you let into your home, the better you will daily, and it can increase your mood, which is a huge plus. The tough part can be figuring out…
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Q&A: How To Prepare Your Fireplace For Warm Weather
We are already starting to see warm weather and higher temperatures in most places, even though we haven’t welcomed the summer season yet. Due to this change in the weather, it can be a great time to think about what needs to be done for your gas fireplace over the warmer months all the way up until Fall. Once you’re armed with the information on how to upkeep and care…
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