Flooring has come a long way from linoleum, invented by Frederick Walton in 1860, to colorful shag carpeting popular in the 1970s, to the upscale, high-end material used today. Tile, stone, marble, porcelain and vinyl bring luxury to homes in the real estate market. “We are definitely moving away from gray,” said Las Vegas-based designer…
Your browser does not support the audio element. Last weekend volunteers painted the old City Hall building and a downtown restaurant in Sweet Home, Oregon. The small town pitched the idea to Miller Paint Company as a way to revitalize the downtown and convince drive-through tourists to stop and spend money. Like many small towns…
“It’s been a journey to finally open the doors.” Those are the words of President and CEO at Adult and Teen Challenge (ATC) of Central Canada, Daniel Emond. After a successful two years in Steinbach, ATC offices and their Mini-Thrift store have opened its doors at a new, much larger location, further south along Main…
Smart home security systems combine many of the features of a traditional burglar alarm with the ability to monitor, control and interact with your home from an app on your smartphone or tablet. So is this technology worth investing in? Read on to find out more about smart home security systems and whether a smart…
Elevate your home decor with these ceramic items Lifestyle July 24, 2023 | 02:31 pm 2 min read Make your homes minimalistic and fun In today’s post-pandemic era, as minimalistic designs gain popularity in home decor, people seek distinctive ways to complement modern aesthetics. In this quest for elegance and simplicity, ceramic items have emerged…
Comment on this storyComment Q: Renters left me with damage on the side of a fairly new Kenmore refrigerator. The sides have a different finish than the front. One side was spattered with grease. Once that was removed, black dots of metal seem to be showing where paint is gone. How can I find a…
parquet flooring system Blooming wins red dot design award Giovanni Barbieri’s system blooms into a new era of wooden floor design. The Italian stone and tile designer develops Blooming by combining the benefits of prefabricated parquet with custom-made quality, driven by the desire to bring a natural and inviting ambiance whilst still ensuring durability….
A TIKTOK creator has revealed how he has found a way to build a tiny home “for free” – but some people are disagreeing with how he’s putting it together. The TikTok user, who goes by the handle @edentinyhomes, explained how to achieve such a low-priced home in one of his TikTok videos. 3 TikTok…
