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How To Bring More Natural Light Into The Home
Do you find that your home feels dark and without many sources of natural light regularly? Well, it’s time to solve this problem and light up the home to make it feel bright and cheerful. It’s been said that the more light you let into your home, the better you will daily, and it can increase your mood, which is a huge plus. The tough part can be figuring out…
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How To Choose A Mirror For Above Your Fireplace
When your room has a Valor fireplace or any fireplace as the focal point, you want to decorate with surrounding items that will really help your fireplace shine. One decor item we truly love over a fireplace is a mirror as it reflects natural light within your room and can make your space feel a lot larger. However, choosing a mirror to hang over your fireplace can be a tough…
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Three Ways To Use A Non-Working Fireplace
You may find a non-working wood-burning fireplace in older homes that once held a crackling fire but now no longer is in use. It’s a shame to see these beautiful structures just sitting after many years of enjoyment, but the real question is, what are you to do with a fireplace that is no longer in use? If you haven’t decided to install a Valor Gas Fireplace just yet, the…
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How to Upgrade Your Home Without Breaking the Bank
At some point, we reach a time where every home needs a little bit of love. Whether it’s structural work, renovations or something as simple as a new paint job, it can be important to keep your home looking fresh and upgraded. Not only is this a great habit to get into as a homeowner, but it can also really help you down the road if you ever decide to…
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How To Make Homemade Chocolate Bark
When a sweet tooth craving hits, usually we go looking for something quick and easy to fulfill that craving. So what better than whipping up some homemade chocolate bark that you can customize depending on what you enjoy! It won’t take long to make, it can be customized depending on the serving size you need, and it is great to share with the whole family, that is, if you feel…
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Three Ways To Make Your Home Smell Amazing
For most homeowners, it can be pretty difficult not to become nose blind within your own home. “Nose blindness” basically consists of getting used to the smells and odours in our homes, such as smells from cooking, pets, and the constant rotation of people in and out of the home. It’s been said that we can become almost 100% blind to the smells in our homes, but this same theory…
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How To Dress Up Your Laundry Room
When you think of your laundry room, you may just consider it a place to wash, dry and fold clothes. But what if it was more thanΒ that? Laundry is already a task that many of us don’t love, but by changing and upgrading the space you’re working in, you may find yourself enjoying the process. Now, we aren’t suggesting you make your laundry room into a lounging space, but simply…
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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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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. Β 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 personalityΒ and style. Keep reading to find out…
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