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How To Keep Warm This Winter
Winter is in full swing now, and whether you’re dealing with snow or freezing temperatures, it’s important to keep warm inside your home. There are a few key things you can do to keep the warmth in this winter, and it won’t include wearing three pairs of socks or a parka while you’re in your home. Utilize Your Valor Fireplace One of the most important ways to stay warm this…
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5 Ways To Stay Healthy This Year
The wintertime can be tough, no matter where you live in the world. The cold temperatures, whipping winds, and constant rotations of friends and family being sick can really affect how you feel. So, why not be proactive and try to stay healthier and happier this year with a few simple steps! It won’t take much to try to stay healthier, and if you do find yourself getting sick, these practices can help…
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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 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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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 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…
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How To Make Homemade Potato Soup
There is nothing like a hot, steaming bowl of soup on a cold fall day. Seeing as the weather and temperatures outside continue to drop, this seems like the perfect time to whip up a batch of soup and cuddle up next to your Valor Fireplace for true comfort. This soup is hearty and filling, and very easy to freeze for later meals. But before you can get cozy, you’ll…
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How To Keep The Heat In
As the seasons change and the weather turns, it’s important to think about how to keep your home comfortable even in the coldest temperatures. With a few simple steps, you can not only keep the existing heat within your home, but you can also increase the warmth in your home naturally. Use Your Drapery Curtains can make a huge difference in preserving existing heat in your home and can help…
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How To Make Guests Feel Welcome In Your Home
This time of year, we can all expect a few guests to come to visit us for the holiday season or even just pop in for a quick coffee. Because of this, it’s important to be at the ready for guests as much as you can and make them feel as welcome as possible whether their stay is for an hour or for a few days. This is easy enough…
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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…