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CTL: Spend More Time Outdoors in this Fabulous Firepit Retreat
There’s no better way to add elegance and craftsmanship to your home than to create an outdoor living space that you’ll be proud to share with guests and neighbours. That’s why we love this custom firepit lounge area from Brown’s Concrete Products! Hardscaping–the use of non-living elements such as patio stones, stone walls, or wood
Create This Look: Kick Back and Relax in Your Own Backyard Oasis
Canadian summers can be far too short, so you really want to make the most of it while you can during the hot, sunny months. We love the open feel of this glass railing system and the durability of this composite deck. A quality deck not only adds value to your home, but it helps
Interior Paint Spotlight… Get Ready to Express Yourself!
Colour collections for 2019 are anything but dull… PPG and SICO palettes encourage homeowners to live in the moment, to express themselves, and to bring focus to design themes. With our BOGO Paint event, there are no limits on reviving an interior space! Whether you’re “With It” or love the minimalist “With Out” approach, PPG’s
You’ll have nothing but sweet dreams in this rustic bedroom!
Your bedroom’s style shouldn’t give you nightmares. Who knows what horrors are hiding in worn out carpeting?! Does outdated wallpaper scream at you each morning? Sounds like it’s time for a bedroom makeover.The rustic elements featured in our latest Create This Look evoke a natural, woodsy feel that will have you peacefully slumbering in no
Create This Look: Get Inspired with this Modern Industrial Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s probably the #1 social gathering place of your home! It’s where family memories are made and friends gather when visiting. It’s also likely the most expensive room in your home to renovate (which also adds the most value to your home!), so when planning your kitchen’s
Create This Look: Add a Touch of Elegant Country to Your Bathroom
What do we love about this month’s new look? How about the natural stone tile, hardwood countertops, tall soaker tub, and soft lighting. It’s like having a spa in your own home! You start and end each day preparing for or unwinding from the day in the bathroom, so shouldn’t this space reflect the tranquility
5 Interior Door/Trim Styles to Take Your Room from Meh to {Gasp!}
You’ve selected paint colours and fresh lighting choices, so now it’s time to update your doors and trim to match the inspiration behind your room’s design. If your room’s vision board (hellloooo Pinterest!) includes titles like Bohemian Rhapsody, Country Cozy, or Shabby Chic, you’ll love our selection of doors and trim. Timber Mart carries Metrie,
Getting Your Lighting Right with Lyons Timber Mart
The days are getting shorter, and, as such, you’re probably not getting as much light in your life as you’d like—so, it may be time to update your indoor lighting to provide the level of brightness you crave. There are many reasons to upgrade your lighting: your lighting may be outdated, you may want to
Seeking Superior Paint? Here’s Why We Recommend SICO
What’s your home reno goal this fall? Why not choose something simple that will make a big difference? Paint colour allows you to express your personality and lets you enjoy spaces in the way you’d like. A neutral tone for your bedroom may allow you to have a restful sleep, or a purple wall
Update Your Siding This September
Is your 30-year-old siding bothering you lately? Maybe it has become cracked or deteriorated, or maybe the colour just doesn’t give you the welcome home feeling you deserve. Either way, it might be time to spruce it up. Lyons offers plenty of brands and products to choose the siding that best matches your ideal aesthetic.
The Lowdown on Your Summer Lumber Projects
The Lowdown on Your Summer Lumber Projects We’ve talked a lot about projects you can do this summer to give your outdoor space additional appeal—spiff up your lawn, create a fire pit, invest in that dream garage—but now it’s time to hone in on one of our favorite summer building materials: lumber. For your outdoor building
Planning the Right Fit for Your Car (or your workshop!)
Although you’re probably finally enjoying that summer weather, and we hate to remind you of the upcoming seasons, this is when you’ll want to think about making sure your car is well-housed for those snowy winter months. The summer is the right time to plan and begin building your ideal garage which fits with the