From my previous post, Love It or List It? The Case for Decision-Making Renos, you’ll know that after nine long years with our berber carpet on our home’s second floor, it was time for a change.
However, settling on the perfect hardwood flooring – even when you’re simply matching one floor to the next – is not a quick and simple process. There are many variables that can influence the colour, type and price of the flooring you choose. Today, let’s go over the Top Five Factors When Selecting Hardwood Flooring. …
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The Home Depot Canada: Welcome to Christmas Central!
It’s only a small percentage of my readers, but they do exist. The people who have no idea that The Home Depot Canada is the BEST place to find beautiful and whimsical, classic or contemporary holiday décor.
Still in the dark? Come join me in the light. Lights. Christmas lights.
Recently, I had an opportunity to attend The Home Depot Canada’s holiday preview, which was chock full of design and décor inspiration for every taste (and budget). Whether you’re looking to be the talk of your neighbourhood with standout lighting, add some sparkle to your classic collection of ornaments or liven your space with some Canadian-grown greenery, The Home Depot Canada is #ChristmasCentral. …
Love It or List It? The Case for Decision-Making Renos
Next July, we will have been in our home for 10 years.
Our home was supposed to be a “starter home”. The first real estate purchase as an entry point into the market; a tidy semi-detached house in the suburbs that would be a stepping stone to a more expansive property down the road.
Except, while we were unpacking boxes and re-stocking kitchen cabinets, I was running to the bathroom with bouts of sickness.
Folks, I am a statistic. We conceived a honeymoon baby.
Suddenly, the dark hardwood we had selected for our main floor was doomed to show scratches from children’s toys. The expensive, hand-woven berber carpet on the second floor would no doubt be victim to spills and stains. The money we had spent on builder upgrades – oh, all the upgrades! – should have been spent on strollers and diapers. However, we had no choice but to plough ahead, effectively turning our starter home into our “TBD” home.
It didn’t make sense to move. The boys were growing and the house grew old with them. As predicted, the hardwood floors became scuffed and the carpet bore stains. But, we also put a lot of love into the home, finishing the basement, landscaping the front and updating the back with a stamped concrete patio.
And every so often, we got the itch to move. …
Welcome to #ChristmasCentral!
My husband and I don’t always agree on everything. In fact, more often than not, we have a ying-yang thing going on. However, right around this time, as the snow flutters to the ground and Christmas carols play softly on the radio, we both agree that The Home Depot Canada is Christmas Central.
From holiday trees (real and faux) to stunning ornamental décor, outdoor inflatables to Griswold-worthy lights, they’ve got you covered – with unbeatable prices and selection both online and in-store. Browse their Christmas Savings Central gallery and find festive touches that will perfectly fit your space. And, with contemporary, distinctive items from the exclusive Martha Stewart Living Collection, you’ll be the most stylish stop on Santa’s route.
This season, you can also access Ideas and How To’s – everything from holiday decorating tips to how to set up an outdoor holiday light show. And if you still need a little inspiration and advice, they’re throwing a Twitter Party with design maven Janette Ewen!
Join us on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 for the #ChristmasCentral Twitter Party, hosted by @HomeDepotCanada and @Janette_Ewen. In addition to the AMAZING prizing noted above, you’ll also have a chance to have your holiday decorating questions answered by a style expert! Simply tweet your question(s) to Janette or Home Depot Canada using the hashtag #ChristmasCentral. If selected, your question may be featured (and answered!) LIVE on the Twitter Party!
There is no RSVP for this party; simply join the conversation at 8PM EST on Tuesday night. Winners will be randomly selected; see full contest rules and regulations here.
And now, excuse me while I browse these gorgeous Indoor Holiday Decorations!
Patio Perfection? It’s Possible with The Home Depot
I want to have it all.
I want a gorgeous outdoor dining set that’s functional, stylish and ever-ready to entertain guests for a scrumptious barbecue feast on any given weekend.
I want a modern, luxe outdoor sofa set that reflects my personal style and preference for quality finishes, allowing for relaxation and friendly conversations, wine glasses in hand.
And I want to have them both in a suburban backyard with limited space. Crazy, right?
But who says I can’t have it all. I can – and I do – courtesy of a little shuffling on my part and this stunning Settina 9pc Estate Collection from The Home Depot Canada.
I’ve been working on turning my backyard into an oasis for some time now. First, we designed a stamped concrete patio and furnished it with a beautifully intricate outdoor dining set from The Home Depot. Next, I adopted a green thumb, and with the help of a foliage master, created a mini garden to flank either side of the patio. My backyard retreat was finally coming together! It was just missing one thing: a place to stretch out and relax. However, given the limited size of our patio, I was unclear about my options. …