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How To Be A Great Host
As we enter the holiday season, this usually means we will be seeing guests, family, and visitors within our home. Whether you have a few people over for a quiet dinner or if you have a weekend full of guests staying, it’s important to be the best host possible. Prepare In Advance The best thing you can do when it comes to hosting is to prepare in advance for any…
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Home Tasks To Tackle In November
Now that October has come to a close, we can now welcome November with open arms! As we do that, it’s important to remember that November can bring colder temperatures and a change in the weather pattern, so it makes for a great time to get a few things done in and outside of the home before the season changes. These tasks won’t take too much time and will be well…
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Homemade Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
It’s important to treat yourself now and then; this is especially when the weather outside is chilly, and you need to warm up! One great way to warm up is to get cozy in front of your Valor Fireplace, but if you need something a little more sweet, you’re in the right place. We suggest whipping up a batch of warm drinks that the whole family can enjoy and one…
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DIY Grout Cleaner
The hardest places to clean in the home are usually the smallest areas that can be hard to see unless you’re up close. This applies especially to areas in the bathroom, kitchen, and floors, more specifically the grout surrounding our tiles! While you can buy grout cleaners, it can be more cost-effective to make your own, and this homemade cleaner has been said to be a lifesaver when it comes to…
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Q&A: How Much Heat Does A Gas Fireplace Emit?
Whether you own a gas fireplace or you are looking to buy one, the heat of the fireplace is the most crucial part of the entire unit. So, it’s essential to look into the inner workings of your gas fireplace so you can understand just how much heat it provides and how that heat will spread throughout the house. When armed with this information, you’ll be able to choose the…
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How To Keep Your Kitchen Pantry Organized
Our kitchen pantry or cupboards can be one place in the home that can be hard to keep organized and clean. This has a lot to do with the fact that these areas get used regularly, and it ends up being easier to throw containers and items back in rather than taking the time to keep it organized. However, there is a way to meet in the middle to keep…
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How To Incorporate Copper Into Your Home
Copper seems to be all the rage lately, within homes and on the pages of design magazines. This is no surprise as copper has a standout look that attracts the eye but still mixes well with other neutrals, metals, and colors. Because copper is so attractive, it’s important to use it the right way and make sure it shines within your home and decor scheme but to do that, you…
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Homemade Caramel Apples
Do you have a favorite fall treat? The options are endless between warm apple cider, homemade kettle corn, or even a warm autumn-inspired dinner dish. But when you’re craving a fall dessert, why not consider making a classic favorite that the whole family will love? We’re talking about homemade, delicious dipped caramel apples just like you would find at your local fair or carnival. Not only are these fun treats…
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How To Organize Your Front Entrance
Within our homes, we tend to have “high traffic areas” that get used frequently and generally have a flow of people in that space often. Thus, it means these spaces need to be extremely practical and have a good set up to be used continuously without much fuss. For example, the entrance to your home is a high traffic area for not only the family living in your residence but…
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How To Make Homemade Pumpkin Soup
Fall is slowly but surely turning into Winter, but before Fall comes to a close, why not soak up the rest of the season by making a delicious pumpkin soup? Pumpkin soup is a smooth yet hearty soup that is easy to make and uses some great seasonal produce that brings on a nice bold flavour. You’ll need a few essential ingredients, a little bit of time and, of course, pumpkin!…
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