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Beautiful Antique Cupboard new look

Yesterday was a day inside out of the heat… and so, some restyling happened. I originally set out thinking I wanted to declutter some of the china in the 14.5′ long but it kind of took off in an unusual direction. Antique Cupboard You see, all those thrifting Thursdays have been adding bits of fabulous plates, pitchers, tchotchkes and the like to the cabinet. Which, is okay in small amounts- but sometimes, it just gets to be a bit too busy looking. And as much as I am a collector and love to have pretty things all around- I do…
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Everything you need for your home improvement projects, seven days a week.

As the community of Erin grows, Headwaters Home Improvement Center is committed to growing with it. They offer quality products, tools, equipment rentals, top of the line paints, sealants and more, while maintaining the personal small-town service and professional advice they’re known for. Headwaters have everything you need for your home improvement projects, big or small, inside or out. Open seven days a week from 8am to 5pm, including several statutory holidays, they are conveniently located in the North end of Erin – a short drive from Hillsburgh, Fergus, Rockwood and Guelph. You’ll feel welcomed the moment you walk in…
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The Most (and Least) Stable Industries Within the Home Improvement Market

During economic uncertainty, one cannot guarantee that any job is safe. However, some industries are quite resilient and can withstand tough economic times. Others aren’t so strong and experience a decline in revenue because they aren’t considered essential. The same principle applies in the home improvement market, where some industries are more stable. Take a look at this breakdown of the most and least stable industries within the home improvement market. Related Post: The Benefits Of Working With A Professional Home Improvement Contractor Most Stable Industries Some industries are still likely to do well despite hard times. That’s because people…
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People in Toronto are now boycotting Home Hardware

Dozens of Toronto residents are now boycotting Home Hardware due to the company’s “engagement” with a specific advertising company that advocates claim “lock out unionized performers.” In a recent post to a local community Facebook group, one Toronto resident informed other members that the home improvement retailer was one of the companies named on ACTRA’s (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists) boycott list. “Did you know that Home Hardware is on a boycott list issued by ACTRA, the union of Canadian performers on TV and film? Why? Because they buy their ads from a company that has locked…
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Where Does Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND) Stock Fall in the Home Improvement Retail Field?

News Home Monday, April 24, 2023 06:29 AM | Investors Observer Analysts Mentioned in this article Floor & Decor Holdings Inc (FND) leads the Home Improvement Retail industry with an overall score of 75. FND is up 21.32% so far this year after the company closed yesterday at $98.39. The overall score measures the company’s performance based-off both short and long term indicators and means that FND scores better than 75% of the overall market. FND has an Overall Score of 75. Find out what this means to you and get the rest of the rankings on FND! Floor &…
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The Cheapest Alternatives to Expensive Home Improvements

Home improvements are alluring, as they can add convenience as well as value to your home—but they can also be expensive. While certain repairs such as roofs and siding are often necessary to prevent damage, others can wait if you’re on a budget. Here’s a few of the most expensive projects, and some lower cost updates you can do in the meantime to freshen up a tired room. Kitchen remodel options on a budget It might not surprise you that kitchen renovations are the most expensive improvements to make on average. With the cost of appliances, countertops, and cabinets, this…
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Pain au chocolat: A scrumptious French staple

One of the things I discovered when I first moved to France several decades ago, was the fact that although the French love their food, and although it is normal to sit down to eat long meals together, the French rarely snack. Snacking is widely recognized as being the best way to put on those unwanted pounds, and until recently it simply isn’t in the culture. There is however a moment in the day, when it is totally acceptable to eat between meals, and that is the ‘sortie de classes’, or the end of the school day. In all the…
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BBB report shows home improvement scams at top of 2022 list

The Better Business Bureau has released its list of the top scams reported in Canada in 2022, and home improvement scams have moved to the top of the list. Reports of home improvement scams by Canadians increased by 51.2 per cent last year. People also lost more money to this type of scam, with a median dollar loss of $1,900, up 187.4 per cent from $661 in 2021. “Home improvement scams rose from the #4 riskiest scam type reported by Canadians in 2021 to #1 in 2022,” says Simone Lis, President and CEO of BBB serving Mainland BC and the…