How To Keep Cool This Summer
As we head for the hot Summertime, it can be extra hard to stay cool during those muggy days and nights. Sleeping becomes more difficult with the rising temperatures, and often just being indoors can be too hot to handle! So what is the best solution? If you have an air conditioner or fan, obviously these can really help to cool your home, but you may need to get more…
Homemade, 2 Ingredient Ice Cream
When the sun comes out, and the clouds disappear, it can get quite hot, and we haven’t even welcomed the Summer season yet! So, if you’re looking for a great way to cool down, you could make your own ice-cold treats that the whole family can enjoy. Ice cream is a fan favorite treat that almost everyone loves, so why not create your own ice cream at home? Not only…
Classic, Vanilla Milkshake
As we start to get into the spring and the weather begins to warm up, we start looking for fun drink options to cool us down! Now you could quickly go with refreshing water or a cold iced tea, but if you’re looking for something a little more exciting, why not make a classic, vanilla milkshake? Most people can recall a memory attached to milkshakes, whether it was enjoying one…
The Do’s & Don’ts Of Decorating With Neutrals
It can sometimes be challenging to decide on colors and styles that work best for your home, especially in the middle of a renovation. This is especially true when we choose to decorate with neutral colors as it can be easy to overwhelm a room and or leave it feeling cold and empty because of a decorating imbalance. Luckily, we have gathered some of the most important do’s and don’ts…
3 Simple Winter Home Improvement Projects
When the cold weather arrives, many people resort to staying closer to home and indoors more often. While this isn’t a bad thing because there is no place like home, but before you settle in for the Winter, consider doing some simple home projects. Winter is a great time to check some items off of your to-do list, and you’ll be able to enjoy the results all season long. Painting…
Effects of Color in Interior Design
If you’re looking to overhaul your interior design, a great way to do so is through color. Understanding the basics of color and how they work together will allow you to develop a space that is not only pleasing to the eye but evokes specific emotions. Keep reading to learn about the effects of color in interior design: The Color Wheel Before you understand how to use color in interior…
No Power, No Problem: Keeping Warm With A Valor
If you are already a Valor Fireplace owner, you might have heard of the phrase “No Power, No Problem” before! One of the key features included with each Valor unit is the ability to run and heat your fireplace even when the power goes out. Over the last few years in North America, storms have appeared in all shapes and sizes, taking out the electricity and heat down as it…
Value of a Gas Fireplace Insert
Looking to update your existing wood-burning gas fireplace into a reliable, heater-rated Valor gas insert? Upgrade to an energy-efficient Valor gas fireplace insert to eliminate smoke, messy ashes and cold drafts. Valor inserts provide peak performance and improved operating efficiencies—saving you energy with AutoFire™. Increase your overall home efficiency while providing ease-of-use heat controls and effective warmth distribution. Watch the video below to learn more about the value of upgrading…
How To Keep Your Home Warm This Season
As we get farther into the Fall season, you may notice your home feeling colder as the days go by and the seasons start to change. With the dropping temperatures, it can be hard to keep the house feeling warm and cozy on the inside when the outside can be dreary and uninviting! There are, however, a few easy ways to keep your home warm over the winter, 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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