Nendo’s New Line Of House Goods Is A Minimalist Dream

The prolific Japanese design studio Nendo is back with a line of furniture and accessories that minimalism fans will go gaga over. One part of the series, created for the Chinese brand Zens, is a line of furniture that was inspired by the strokes of Japanese and Chinese writing. Made of metal, they feature a slight curve, a … Read more

Save 60% on Flooring in February

When it comes to deciding on materials for your home improvement the choices can be overwhelming! 50 Floor takes the stress away with their approach to shopping and installation. Frances Scott joined us in the studio with more details. 50 Floor’s friendly and courteous sales associates will meet with you at your home and on your schedule. … Read more

An explosion of flooring options

Hardwood floors come in a variety of woods, including hickory, ash and birch. If you’re thinking about what to get your special guy or gal for Valentine’s Day, you’re probably mulling over flowers, candy, fruit arrangements, a romantic dinner, or even an out-of-town getaway. What you’re probably not thinking about is flooring. Flooring isn’t sexy. … Read more

Durability, wear, cost are factors to consider in flooring

For The Herald-Dispatch When choosing wood floors one is not only presented with options in color and texture but types as well. Do you choose solid hardwood, engineered wood or laminate flooring? Each type has its positive aspects as well as its drawbacks, so one might want to make a list of what they expect … Read more

Gardening Etcetera: ‘Tis the season to dream of future gardens

Now is the season of dreams, when gardeners flip through seed catalogs circling enticing pictures. As a child I did the same with the Sears catalog, until the toy section was filled with black marker. My parents pointed out that since I’d circled everything, Santa wouldn’t know what I really wanted, and I’d likely end … Read more

Gardening: Want eye-popping Clematis blooms? Follow this step-by-step guide

Clematis are among the most stunning climbers, with flowers ranging from delicate bells to blousy show-stoppers. Those who want a dazzling display of large blooms will often opt for the large hybrids known as Group 2 clematis, which flower firstly in spring and early summer on shoots produced in the previous year, then in mid … Read more

61 appliances worth more than $23K stolen from Calgary business

Police are asking the public for help in locating more than $23,000 worth of new appliances that were stolen from a southeast Calgary business in late December. Patricia Warner, general manager of Bowest Appliances on 106th Ave. and Barlow Trail S.W., said she was “devastated” when the business discovered one of its semi-trailers was missing … Read more

Ply Gem (PGEM) Raised to Hold at Zacks Investment Research

Zacks Investment Research upgraded shares of Ply Gem (NYSE:PGEM) from a strong sell rating to a hold rating in a research report released on Wednesday morning. According to Zacks, “Ply Gem Holdings Inc. is engaged in manufacturing and selling exterior building products primarily in the United States and Canada. Its business segment consists of: Siding, Fencing, and Stone … Read more

Swedish death cleaning disrupts natural accumulation of junk

The belongings people acquire over the course of their lives are representative of who they are and how they will be remembered when they are gone. Alternatively, one Swedish woman is eager to let go of clutter, which she believes is more of a burden than a blessing to those tasked with cleaning it up … Read more