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How Can I Protect My New Countertops?
Different countertops can take varying degrees of heat – and while quartz and solid surface are all heat resistant, wood and laminate are not. Be careful about placing hot items on those surfaces especially! Instead of putting hot items directly on your wood or laminate countertops, use heat-safe objects to protect the countertop surface and…
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Countertop Mixology: Our Nations’ Birthdays
Countertop Mixology: Our Nations’ Birthdays Operating branches in both Canada and the US, we’re lucky enough to get to celebrate both Canada Day and The Fourth of July this weekend! Both are right around the corner and we’re getting into party mode. What better way to show off your patriotic side then to celebrate with…
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Kitchen Gardens
Have you ever wanted to grow your own edible garden? As countertop people, we’re loving the new trend in indoor kitchen gardens in particular! Container gardening, inside or out can be a great way to accommodate an edible garden without relying on the natural soil of your yard. But where do you start and what do…
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3 Things to Consider Before Starting a Project: Budgeting Edition
Whether you’re cooking, eating or entertaining, many of us tend to spend quite a bit of time in the kitchen. While a kitchen renovation is a beneficial investment, it can be quite pricey! Here are a few things to consider before you start a kitchen renovation on a budget: 1) What is a priority…
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To All the Dads
Dads are awesome. They’re our superheroes, our Santa Claus and our first dance partners. They teach us to throw a ball, to use a drill and what the world feel likes from their shoulders. And though Dads love spending time with their families, everyone needs a sanctuary. Enter the Dad Cave! A dad-cave (aka man-cave) is…
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Color Consistency
Color preferences vary as much as personalities. Some people love to surround themselves with bright, bold colors, while others prefer the soft subtlety of neutrals. So is there a right and a wrong when it comes to palettes? No not really, but there are a few things you can do to make your choices flow…
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