3 Ways To Stain Wood
Vintage wood finishes have been on trend for the last few years, and it never seems to go out of style. So it makes sense that when you buy new or natural wood products in-store, you may find yourself wanting more of a distressed, rustic look that gives it a unique personality. The good news is, there is an easy, effective way to age your natural wood products and it…
Q&A: What To Look For When Purchasing A Fireplace
When you’re in the market for a fireplace, there is a lot to consider before making your final buying decision. Whether you are replacing an older fireplace in your living room or installing a zero-clearance gas fireplace into your brand new home, it’s important to find a fireplace that fits the needs of your home and your family. Q: What Fireplace Suits My Home The Best? When it comes to…
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As we enjoy the last few days of the Summer season and prepare to welcome the new season, nothing feels more Fall-like than a warm bowl of roasted tomato soup. Even better, this tomato soup is simple to make, easy to freeze and only calls for a few simple ingredients and some fresh produce that you most likely have on hand already. Ingredients 2 Pounds Of Tomatoes, halved 1 tbsp…
Valor’s Green Initiative
When trying to be ecologically friendly and live a green, clean lifestyle it’s important to consider every detail in your home and life including your fireplace. Luckily, you can rest easy knowing your Valor Fireplace has you covered when you begin to make changes that will help your home run more efficiently. When we look closer at how your Valor Fireplace is running, it can be seen that with a…
How To Decorate With Chalkboards
Home and decor inspiration changes regularly, as there is always a new idea or style waiting around the corner. But one decor trend that has stuck around over the last few years, chalkboards or using chalkboard paint in and around the home. Chalkboards can be so versatile as you can use them as a practical way of communication, as beautiful wall decor or you can even paint a whole wall…
How To Decorate With Natural Elements
Bringing a little bit of nature into our homes can provide a balance between the two areas and form a connection that helps each room flow into one another. So, where do you start when it comes to decorating with natural elements? Well, you may need to do a little exploring to find a few items from the outside to use as natural decor for your home the search process…
Homemade Summer Peach Tea
There is nothing more refreshing than an ice-cold drink on a hot day in the Summer, especially when you can whip up a delicious peach concoction in the comfort of your own home. This homemade Summer peach tea uses beautiful fresh peaches which happen to be in season right now, your favorite black tea and a little sugar to create a refreshing peach flavored beverage that is perfect for sharing.…
How To Make No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake
When the beautiful sunshine is shining through our windows and the hot Summer temperatures keep rising outside, the last thing you might find yourself thinking about is turning on the oven to bake dessert over these hot months. So instead, it may be easier to jump on board if making dessert doesn’t involve any baking or turning on the oven! This easy, refreshing no-bake lemon cheesecake is the perfect option…
Decorating With Soft Colors
Within our home, we usually want a room or a place where we can find peace and relaxation at the end of a long day. Whether that space in your home happens to be your master bedroom or your home office, a soft color palette can work really well to increase the feeling of calm in the room. We have gathered some great tips for decorating with soft colors, keep…
Homemade Banana Bread
Even though the weather is warming up, cold evenings are still around so why not warm up with some homemade banana bread! This warm and delicious bread is easy to make, great for a crowd or it can be frozen to be saved for later. Once cooled, this bread is best served and enjoyed in front of your Valor Fireplace on those chilly Spring evenings. Ingredients: 4 Ripe Bananas, Mashed…
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