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How To Prepare Your Home For Fall
Well, as we enjoy the last bit of our Summer holidays and soak up the sun, that can only mean one thing: Fall is right around the corner. In fact, according to our calendars, the first day of Fall arrives on September 22nd, which means we need to get our homes ready for the upcoming colder months. This is a great time to tackle some projects and to-do list items…
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DIY Home Projects Using Picture Frames
As we spend more and more time at home, this is the perfect time to be tackling some DIY projects that can improve the look and feel of your house. These projects are not only easy to do but only require a few items that you most likely already have in your home. Display Tray Display trays can be used anywhere in the home and offer a great way to…
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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…
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How To Use Corners In Your Home
In any home, you will find small corners or spaces in different rooms that don’t seem to hold much value. But we like to think those spaces are underrated and sometimes forgotten about in the grand scheme of things. Small spaces or corners can be great when you are trying to maximize storage, increase the functionality of your room, or improve on your style. How does this work may you ask?…
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3 Ways To Prepare Before The Power Goes Out
Storms and power outages can be quite common depending on where you live and what’s worse is when bad weather hits you know the lights are going to go out and the heat will be close behind. If you happen to be the owner of a Valor Radiant Gas Fireplace you already know that your Valor is prepared for any storm no matter the size as your fireplace unit will…
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Happy Canada Day!
From all of us at Valor Fireplaces, we wish our Canadian customers and authorized dealers a very happy Canada Day 2019! Make sure to celebrate responsibly and (hopefully) enjoy the beautiful weather. If you do find it cold, wet or dreary don’t hesitate to turn on your Valor gas fireplace for optimal home comfort! Head Office/Warehouse Closure Please be aware that our head office and Canadian warehouses will be closed…
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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…
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How To Decorate With Wood
As designs and trends change, we see different styles and textures fade in and out over the years. However, one material that has stuck around all this time is wood, which makes perfect sense as it’s so versatile and gives off a rustic vibe. While it can seem like an everyday material, wood can really be showcased in a fantastic way by choosing unique items that suit your personal style…
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How To Decorate With Wallpaper
While the mere thought of decorating with wallpaper can sound very intimidating, the install process has gotten easier and faster over the years and the finished result is absolutely worth it. Also, long gone are the days where wallpaper can only be applied to walls, you can put wallpaper in some unexpected areas like in your powder room or on the ceiling of your office. Bold Accent Wall If you…
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5 Ways To Better Use Corner Space
The corner spaces in your home can often sit empty and unused as it can be hard to find something to fill the space. We also tend to focus on the center of the home when it comes to decorating, so it’s important to remember to expand the design into the corners. Small spaces or corners can be really quite useful when you are trying to maximize storage, increase the…
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