Bathroom Trending
Jul13

Bathroom Trending

I recently had the opportunity to meet with Diana DiCarlo, Marketing Manager of the Water Closet, Orillia, to visit their newly renovated showroom to discuss and view the latest trends in kitchen and bathroom fixtures – all price ranges for the budget minded and most discerning of tastes! A couple of trends caught my eye. Chrome & Glamour Brizo Faucets by Jason Wu… A study in refined glamour, the Brizo RSVP bath...

Read More
How to revitalize an aging sofa
Jul09

How to revitalize an aging sofa

Couches are an important component of living rooms and dens, serving as comfortable places to relax. Sofas will be sat on, slept on and, if young children are in the house, sometimes jumped on. Homeowners looking for new sofas often prioritize comfort, but they also want a sofa that can withstand the test of time. Although there’s no magic formula, a sturdy sofa should have a lifespan of around 10 years. According to Houzz, quality...

Read More
A more eco-friendly lawn is just steps away
May14

A more eco-friendly lawn is just steps away

Maintaining a lush lawn is a healthy and rewarding hobby that affords homeowners to spend some time outdoors in nature. Lawn enthusiasts can make their hobby even healthier by adopting several eco-friendly lawn care strategies that not only make for a healthier lawn, but a healthier planet as well. Responsible landscaping has grown increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more homeowners are adopting eco-friendly lawn care...

Read More
Add Value to Your Home With These Renovations
Apr06

Add Value to Your Home With These Renovations

Homeowners choose renovation projects for a variety of reasons. Although many improvements are made to increase functionality and comfort of a home, several others are seen as worthwhile investments. These investments can add up to a higher resale value when the time comes to sell a home. Certain projects have a history of providing a greater return on homeowners’ investments than others. The following renovation tips can add beauty...

Read More
Cutting the costs of home ownership
Jan30

Cutting the costs of home ownership

Upgrading home appliances with more eco-friendly alternatives can save homeowners a substantial amount of money over the life of the products. Owning a home is a dream for many people. But even the most affordable homes can be a considerable expense, which is why many homeowners are on constant lookout for ways to cut the costs of home ownership. Men and women who have owned their homes for years may already know of various ways they...

Read More
Simple ways to childproof your home
Jan05

Simple ways to childproof your home

Bringing a new baby home from the hospital is a great moment for parents. But as a child settles into his or her new home, parents look around that home and see less “home” and more “hazard.” Kids are going to get some bumps and bruises along the way, but it’s still important that parents childproof their homes to keep such instances to a minimum and ensure that trips and falls don’t lead to something far worse than just some scrapes...

Read More