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How To Use Corners In Your Home
In most homes, you will find small corners or spaces in different rooms that don’t seem to hold much value. But we like to think those spaces are underrated and sometimes forgotten about in the grand scheme of things. Small spaces or corners can be great when you are trying to maximize storage, increase the functionality of your room, or improve your style. How does this work, may you ask? Well,…
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Five Ways To Prepare Your Backyard For Winter
While we would love to ignore that winter is on the way, it’s a great time to start preparing your outdoor space for the colder season. Fall yard work can actually be pretty enjoyable with the cool but comfortable temperature, and the tasks aren’t too labour intensive but highly rewarding. Rake The Leaves While the leaves are beautiful as they change colour and fall from the trees, they, unfortunately, need to…
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How To Make Caramelized Bacon
Bacon is usually a popular favorite in almost any crowd, no matter where you are. Whether you like your bacon over salads, with a side of eggs or just on its own, it’s a versatile ingredient and can complement almost any dish. But what if you want to keep your bacon just as it is with a yummy little twist? Well, you’re in luck as caramelized bacon is super easy…
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Happy Canadian Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy a wonderful long weekend with family and friends by your side. This is the perfect time to turn on your Valor Fireplace and let the radiant heat fill your home while you prepare to host or perhaps enjoy a cozy weekend in. Not only will your fireplace provide you with warmth and comfort, but it also can be quite a centrepiece for your home…
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Three Houseplants For Beginners
Houseplants are an excellent addition to any home as they bring in a refreshing feel that reminds you of the outside. Now, if this is your first try at caring for plants or if you happen to have a bit of a black thumb when gardening, it’s essential to start with easy plants with low needs. Spider plant (Chlorophytum) Spider plants are great starter houseplants because they survive in the…
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How To Decorate With Black & White Pictures
When decorating your home with art, you may find yourself leaning towards colorful prints and photos. While this is a great way to go, don’t forget how amazing black and white can look in your home despite the lack of bright colors. Black and white photos can make a huge statement, and the neutral palette can help the designs of the art and the subjects of the pictures stand out. Create…
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Three Ways To Bring Home The Smell Of Fall
There is nothing better than those seasonal smells, whether you love the smell of fresh rain on the fall leaves or a deep, rich aroma of a warm pumpkin pie cooling from the oven. There is no doubt that you can find fall smells almost everywhere around you, but the big question is how to capture these scents and bring them into our home. This can be done with a…
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How To Make Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
With the arrival of fall, another season has begun: pumpkin season! Pumpkins and pumpkin-flavoured items have become an extra popular hit around this time of year, and it usually comes in the form of baked goods or delicious treats. So, why not get into the spirit and whip up your own batch of soft, warm pumpkin chocolate chip cookies in your own kitchen. Not only are these cookies easy to…
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Q&A: What Are The Benefits Of An Electric Fireplace?
Miles Industries now distributes a new line of electric fireplaces, the British Fires New Forest 48″. The New Forest can provide effective heating, customizable lighting effects and a timer that will make sure your fireplace is there for you when you need it. Electric fireplaces can be a great alternative if you find yourself unable to install a gas fireplace. Let us help answer the most burning questions about these…
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How To Decorate With Plaid
Plaid seems to be a pattern that appears with the arrival of the fall season. Its checkered design and warm colors give off an extra cozy feel that fits nicely with the season and the colder temperatures. Now, when it comes to bringing in plaid within home design, it can be the perfect accent for neutral colors, and it gives off a sense of warmth. Layered Doormat If you love the…
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