So you’ve decided to give the living room a makeover, but you’re not sure where to start. You might even want to tackle your dining room and bedroom at the same time. Well, here are a few simple guidelines to help make your project a success. They’ll work equally well for any room in the house. (more…)
Your washer and dryer are key members of your family because you can’t escape dirty laundry. Whether it is your daughter’s soccer uniform, your son’s hockey jersey, your workout gear or your husband’s favourite socks. Laundry is inevitable so having a reliable washer and dryer is very important. (more…)
Some people don’t really care what their bed décor looks like. If the sheets are clean and the bed doesn’t squeak, all is well! Then there are those people who love to have pretty or elegant touches, frilly or masculine designs, grey or lemon tones. To some, this could make all the difference in a good night’s sleep. (more…)
Tired of your old bedroom? Need something new? Want to love your space again? Let’s see how you can change some things around to achieve this. Yes, that means you’re ready to makeover your bedroom into your sanctuary. To begin: there are some things you may love and want to keep (and that’s OK). (more…)
Have you ever been in a furniture store shopping for a sofa or sectional, checking the wide range of covers available and suddenly feeling completely overwhelmed? It’s normal, the large number of choices can sometimes lead to this state of uncertainty. But just like you have to study before taking an exam, you need to prepare before shopping living room furniture. (more…)
It’s official: the craziness known as American Black Friday has infected Canada. Now more than ever, retailers of every stripe in every province, in store or online, are offering amazing deals to entice consumers to buy during this highly anticipated weekend. But maybe you’re asking yourself if these specials are really real? (more…)
What is Feng Shui (pronounced fung-shway) and why should it be in your bedroom? Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art of placement where every corner and space of your home or office, in simplistic terms, has a compass directional pull.
It is said that placing a painting with mountains in a space that will work better with a water theme could affect some aspect of your life. (more…)
Let’s think about the options you have in upholstery for your main living space. Often we think about upholstery being a sofa and a chair, but before you commit – let’s think about how you will use the space. Then we’ll look at the options. (more…)
Shopping for new appliances can be a daunting task because there are so many things you need to consider: size, style, brand, features, and price, but you also need to be aware of the operating costs and energy usage.
A lot of people tend to overlook the operating costs and energy usage until they get their first energy bill and your major appliances can be real energy guzzlers. (more…)
Understanding how a piece of fabric is manufactured may help you make the perfect bed sheet selection for your needs. Thread count, fibres and weave in a specific combination can create the lightest or heaviest of fabrics. These elements are responsible for how the fabric feels on the coldest to the warmest of nights. They will also indicate how long they will last after regular usage and washing. (more…)