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4 Ways To Style Your Mantel
If you already own a Valor Fireplace, then you know that the beautiful flickering flames can catch almost anyone’s eye, drawing them to the center of the room. However, once they have finished admiring your beautiful fireplace unit, their eyes may wander onto your mantel or the decor surrounding your fireplace. This is why it’s essential to pay special attention and care to these surrounding areas, making sure they…
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How Small Decor Changes Can Make A Big Statement
Sometimes when it comes to home design, we need to go big to make a real statement. However, with the new style and trends appearing lately, it seems that a few small changes can say a lot more than some of the bigger, more drastic choices. The trick is finding the decor changes that work well for your space and represent your overall personality and style. Keep reading to find out…
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How To Make Quick & Easy Cornbread
When the winds are whipping outside, and the temperature is cold enough to need extra layers, there is nothing we crave more than warmth after a long day. The first option would be to curl up next to your Valor Fireplace and get cozy and warm, but what about when your feeling hungry? One favorite that can be made in less than an hour is delicious, soft cornbread! This great…
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Beautiful Backsplash Ideas For Your Home
While the little details in your home may seem minor, you would be amazed at how one small change can create a whole new look. This can be especially true when it comes to choosing a backsplash for your home. This seemingly small detail in your kitchen or bathroom can somehow complete the whole room’s look and adds a new visual aspect to your space. Choosing the right backsplash can…
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A Look Back At 2020: Fireplace Q&A’s
This year we introduced a new post series on the Valor blog: Q&As that cover all of your burning questions about gas fireplaces and our homes. So, as the year slowly comes to a close this week, we want to highlight some of the best Q&A posts from the year to ensure that you haven’t missed any of this informational and exciting content before we roll into 2021. Q&A: What…
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Three Different Ways To Clean Wood Cutting Boards
We all have a few essential items that we must have in our kitchen and our home. One of the more popular items that you can find in almost any kitchen is a cutting board, and in this case, we’re referring to wood cutting boards. Not only are wood cutting boards slated to last longer, but they have also been shown to collect fewer bacteria overall when cleaned properly. Knowing…
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4 Ways To Celebrate New Years Eve At Home
New Year’s Eve is on the way, but this year couldn’t be more different, so we have to get a little creative in ringing in the new year. The best part about being home for this joyous holiday is that you’ll have all the comforts of home while you celebrate the arrival of the new year with the family within your home. Create A Home Party: Just because you’re not going…
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Merry Christmas From Valor Fireplaces
Even if celebrating seems. a little different this holiday season, we hope you are having a great holiday creating new memories and staying safe! If you are tuning into the blog, have you seen our past posts? We have had some great topics from fireplace safety to home design and even some great recipes for those chilly winter days. Check out some of our past posts for inspiration, find information…
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How To Style Your Coffee Table
In most living spaces, you’ll find comfortable couches surrounding a center table known as a coffee table! The name “coffee table” was heard first in the 1920s because most tables of this type are lower in height and provided a great place to put your coffee. However, since then, this functional surface has become so much more and works for a strong surface for displaying your favorite items and personality.…
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How To Make Homemade Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
There is almost nothing better than a warm chocolate chip cookie on a cold winter’s day; in fact, if you pair it with a hot drink or a glass of milk, you’ll have the perfect combination. These cookies would make a fantastic gift wrapped up under the tree or as a family snack on a cold day. Keep reading to learn how to make homemade oatmeal chocolate chip cookies: Ingredients…