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Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:17 PM Page 1 Exhibition Park Daily Presentation Schedule page 11-12 Home & Garden Exhibitor Directory and Map page 18-19
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:17 PM Page 2 NEW + Lethbridge Land 2 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 3 WED, MARCH 18 - FRI, MARCH 20 - 1 P.M. TO 8 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 21 - 10 A.M. TO 5 P.M. $7 PER PERSON • PARKING: $5:00 • CHILDREN UNDER 10 FREE 2020 HOME & GARDEN SHOW PARTNERS OF HOME & GARDEN PREFERRED HOTEL PARTNER OF EXHIBITION PARK! EXHIBITION PARK LETHBRIDGE • exhibitionpark.ca • 403-328-4491 – Spring 2020 Edition 3
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 4 Spring 2020 Index 6 21 22 Exterior renovations that can improve 28 34 6 home value 21 Remodeling without breaking the bank Give your home exterior the The perfect hideaway coveted “wow” factor. Affordable features to consider 31 Turn a simple space into a when revamping your kitchen. supreme sanctuary. 10 Call your handyman Some home projects worth 22 Common roof problems tackling this season. 5 things to watch out for this spring. 32 Signs your tools may need some TLC. Some common symptoms of power tool problems, and what Renovating? 14 What to do if you find asbestos. 25 Should I be worried about lead? A few things you can do to may be behind those problems. reduce exposure.. 34 Summer lawn care tips Simple tricks to keep your lawn Decor ideas that may inspire 16 How to prep your house to sell Spring is the peak time for house 28 Ideas to give your home a fresh healthy and thick.. sales in Canada. look this spring. Home & Style Magazine Lethbridge is published by Alta Newspaper Group, limited partnership, 504 7 Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2H1. The contents of this publication are protected by copyright and may be used only for personal, non- commercial purposes. All other rights are reserved and commercial use is prohibited. Home & Style Magazine ©2015 name and publication is property of Alta Newspaper Group LP and may not be reproduced without written permission. Articles and some images submitted or obtained from Creative Outlet by ad-builder. 4 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 5 “Best Overall Renovation” “Best Kitchen Renovation” “Best Ensuite Renovation” It’s not about ideas, it’s about making them happen! One Call Does It All! Additions - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Windows & Doors - Basement Developement & More Before After wes.carroll@yahoo.ca | 403-894-5454 | empirehomerenovations.ca – Spring 2020 Edition 5
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 6 EXTERIOR R enovating a home to improve its value can be a smart investment. Interior improvements, RENOVATIONS such as updating kitchens and baths, o er good THAT CAN return on investment, but there are plenty of exterior renovations that can add IMPROVE value to a home and give it that coveted “wow” factor. HOME VALUE Landscaping Abundant and well-planned continued on page 7 SOUTHERN SOUTHER SOUTHE SOUTH SO SOUT SOU A AL ALB ALBE ALBER ALBERT ALBERTA ALBERTA’ ALBERTA’S L LA LAR LARG LARGE LARGES LARGEST S SE SEL SELE SELEC SELECT SELECTI SELECTIO SELECTION O OF indoor in indoo indo ind and an a ouooutdoor out outd outdo outdoo p pl pla plan plant plants & gardening g ga gar gard garde garden gardeni gardenin supplies supplie suppli suppl supp sup su PROUDLY SERVING SOUTHERN ALBERTA FOR OVER 40 YEARS! 1 mile east of 43rd Street, on Hwy. #3 Turn south at Sunny Side Road | 403-327-6172 Open year round: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 8:30 pm • Sat. 9 am - 6 pm Sun. 10 am - 5:30 pm WWW.GREENHAVENGARDEN.CA 6 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 7 landscaping can instantly boost curb ambiance of a property and serve as o ers the highest ROI of all exterior appeal. According to the landscaping a security feature. projects listed on the “Cost vs. Value company Lawn Starter, Utilize di erent lights, such as a Report 2019.” This improvement 71 percent of prospective home bright light by the entry, uplighting returns 97.5 percent when selling. buyers say a home’s curb appeal is in trees and shrubs for drama, a light- an important factor in their buying lined path to the door to improve Knowing which improvements decisions. As buyers use the internet visibility, and motion-detection add value to a home can help to look for their dream homes, there’s lights to improve the security of the property. homeowners tailor their e orts no denying a beautifully landscaped, nicely photographed property can to those that are most nancially entice buyers to click and read more Repaint (or reside) the exterior bene cial about a house. A fresh coat of paint or new (or cleaned) siding can instantly give CREDIT: NEWS CANADA Improve the entryway homes a facelift. The front door is the focal Neutral, warm point of a home’s exterior. Invest and inviting in a new door or paint it a striking colors tend to color to add appeal. Remodeling magazine’s “Cost vs. Value Report 2019” indicates changing an entry have the widest appeal. Adding manufactured stone veneer This Spring find your New home! door to a steel replacement can o er 74.9 percent ROI. to the home New homes are being added Such a door provides visual appeal can o er a to the market every day and added security - things buyers 94.9 percent this spring. Don’t miss out look for. In addition to the front door, ROI, says on your chance to make sure that the entryway has a Remodeling. find your dream home! level walkway, steps that are in good And after doing the front door repair, accents that are free from rust or tarnish, and decorative plants. and siding, Neriza Neriz Neri Ne Wallace Ner W Wa Wal Wall Walla Wallac ® investing in REALTOR ® since 2004 Outdoor lighting a garage door Outdoor lighting can add to the replacement sutton group-lethbridge • 403-360-3603 • neriza@nerizawallace.com THE WALLYFLEX MAKES ITS ENTRANCE! The WallyFlex is an auxiliary hose for central vacuum systems guaranteed to revolutionize central vacuuming by making it more accessible and practical. Call Bridge Vacuum to learn more about this revolutionary product! WallyFlex is: • Fast and ultra practical • Easy to use and install • Ideal to clean dry messes in • the kitchen, bathroom, laundry ALSO • room and even the closet AVAILABLE • Elegant with sleek modern lines IN BLACK NEED A LONGER REACH? EXTENSION HOSES AVAILABLE EASY INSTALLATION wallyflex.com • 925 - 2A Avenue North, Lethbridge 403-328-7107 • www.bridgevacuum.com – Spring 2020 Edition 7
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 8 Whether it’s water, re, mould, storm or any other devastating event, you may be left feeling helpless. Paul Davis is here for you. We have the training and expertise necessary to completely restore your property fast. This Is No Time For Second Best ® Paul Davis of Lethbridge 403.320.5744 • pauldavis.ca/lethbridge ©Paul Davis Restoration, Inc. Each franchise of ce independently owned and operated. 8 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 9 PAUL DAVIS LETHBRIDGE – FOR ALL YOUR RESTORATION NEEDS W hether it’s water, re, mould, asbestos, wind, storm, or any other devastating provided with the shortest insurance claim cycles in the industry. Comprehensive opportunities and discussions with individuals at nearby Paul Davis o ces and businesses, event, you may be left restoration services to restore he purchased the franchise in wondering who to call. Paul damage to buildings and his hometown service territory Davis Lethbridge is here for contents are available 24 hours a due to the company’s high level you. We have the training and day, seven days a week. of integrity, customer service expertise necessary to completely Paul Davis specializes in rapid ratings, business operations, restore your residential or emergency recovery and support, and quality assurance. commercial property fast – and mitigation services including Galts and his General Manager, now we’re located right here in board-ups and restoration of Lethbridge. Barry Vos, will work with water, re and smoke damage, their current long-standing, Bruce Galts, owner of Galko and mould. We also focus on experienced employees during Homes, recently announced his restoration work from damage the start up of Paul Davis purchase and opening of the due to crime and trauma Lethbridge. locally owned and operated scenes, vandalism, biohazard Paul Davis Lethbridge franchise remediation, wind and storm The experts at Paul Davis o ce, ready to serve customers damage, and contents cleaning, Lethbridge understand the in our region. Galts has vast along with repairs, renovations complex process of recovering experience as an owner and and remodelling, reconstruction, from property damage and partner in homebuilding, structural restoration, and provide complete services; there development, reconstruction, construction of residential and is no need for the expense and and real estate related companies commercial properties. confusion of hiring multiple for more than 20 years in the Our restoration professionals contractors. Paul Davis area, which makes Paul Davis a hold certi cations from Lethbridge is a one-stop shop for perfect t with already existing the Institute of Inspection, disaster damage and restoration. business operations. Cleaning and Restoration Put Paul Davis Lethbridge to The new Paul Davis Lethbridge Certi cation (IICRC). Paul work for you. Call 403.320.5744 o ce is a full-service insurance Davis’ lead technicians, or visit our website at pauldavis. restoration rm, and part of estimators, associates and project the Paul Davis network across managers are highly trained ca/lethbridge. Canada and the U.S., providing while maintaining continuing The experts at Paul Davis customers with technicians who education in the latest restoration Lethbridge understand the have rst-in-class training, along and emergency services complex process of recovering with the latest knowledge and technologies, and contents from property damage and technologies. cleaning methods. provide complete services, Outstanding customer service According to Galts, after o ering a one-stop shop for and quality assurance is researching several business disaster damage and restoration. HOME & Style – Spring 2020 Edition 9
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 10 Call your TOP PROJECTS HANDYMAN: FOR SPRING (NC) Winter is a particularly harsh Roof repair. Roofs take on a lot of Plumbing tweaks. Do you have a season on our homes. Snow, sleet and damage. Shingles become old and leaky faucet that you keep forgetting to repeated freezes and thaws make brittle and can crack and fly away. fix? A tap that drips six drops a minute spring an important time for home When this happens, your roof has will lose approximately 1,200 liters of improvement projects. Here are some exposed spots that are susceptible water a year. That’s equivalent to seven home projects that are worth tackling to those April showers. Repair any bathtubs worth! Dealing with any missing or damaged shingles on your plumbing issues is a great water- and this season. If you could use some extra roof to help extend its life. money-saving addition to your spring help, try enlisting a handyman. Fence fix up. As weather warms up list. Clean out gutters. Over the winter and the ground starts to thaw, you may Painting projects. From repainting a your gutters will have filled with notice a shift in your fence that signals dresser to adding an accent wall, paint leaves, snow and other debris. When time for a rebuild. If your fence is is an easy and inexpensive way to they’re clogged, they cannot properly structurally sound, consider addressing transform a room. If you’re preparing divert water away from your home. minor repairs including new stain, to list your home for sale, a new paint Clean them out and make any paint or mould removal. They’re job can add a lot of value, with a 100 necessary fixes to avoid any damage. simple updates with a big impact. per cent return on investment. People who know Real Estate and Construction, know BDO.SM X It’s because we know 5 subsectors—P3 to REC, land development to construction. X It’s because we know cWTWXVW[hR^\_TcXcXeTR^\_[TgUXT[S^U aTP[TbcPcT X It’s becausefTZ]^f^da(R[XT]cb ?Pac]Tab 3T]]XbBdS^2?020?WX[X_FTeTa2?020FX[[I^1T[[2?020 fffQS^RPR^]bcadRcX^] 0bbdaP]RTk0RR^d]cX]VkCPgk0SeXb^ah 10 HOME – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 11 BURNCO Stage South Pavilion -Schedule Subject to Change- WEDNESDAY MARCH 18, 1-8 3:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Selecting Trees for the Prairies from an Arborists point of view. PRESENTED BY: Maureen Sexsmith-West, Ladybug Arborists. Maureen is an ISA Certi ed Arborist who has been caring for trees in Lethbridge for over 20 years. She is the owner of Ladybug Arborists. Maureen’s experience and training in the Lethbridge region has allowed her to develop an intuitive skill when it comes to identifying and diagnosing tree pests and health care issues. 4:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Your lawn: Important practices to keep your lawn green, healthy, and weed free, and the environmental and economic bene ts of healthy turf grass. You will learn lawn cares best time and industry tested tips that will make your lawn turn heads! You will also learn how healthy turf grass is a major bene t to our communities and environment and a low cost option for landscape improvements. PRESENTED BY: Cody Nielsen, Owner of Green Leaf Spray Co. and business owner in the industry since 2011. Cody is a Landscape Certi ed Pesticide Applicator and has been at work in the industry of lawn care and landscaping for over 10 years. 5:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Kitchen, Bathrooms and Lighting PRESENTED BY: Scott Morgan, Carefree Kitchen & Lighting 6:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Thinking of Renovations? Don’t know where to begin? Come in and as our Expert - Contracts (get it in writing), Deposits, Scope of Work, Budgets, Warranties, Timelines, Insurance, etc... PRESENTED BY: Wes Carroll, Empire Home Renovations. Registered Reno Mark Renovator, 2019 award winner for “Best Overall Renovation”, “Best Kitchen Renovation” & “Best Ensuite Renovation”. THURSDAY MARCH 19, 1-8 3:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Thinking of Renovations? Don’t know where to begin? Come in and as our Expert - Contracts (get it in writing), Deposits, Scope of Work, Budgets, Warranties, Timelines, Insurance, etc... PRESENTED BY: Wes Carroll, Empire Home Renovations. Registered Reno Mark Renovator, 2019 award winner for “Best Overall Renovation”, “Best Kitchen Renovation” & “Best Ensuite Renovation”. 4:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: New Trends & Colours PRESENTED BY: Scott Morgan, Carefree Kitchen & Lighting 5:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Your lawn: Important practices to keep your lawn green, healthy, and weed free, and the environmental and economic bene ts of healthy turf grass. You will learn lawn cares best time and industry tested tips that will make your lawn turn heads! You will also learn how healthy turf grass is a major bene t to our communities and environment and a low cost option for landscape improvements. PRESENTED BY: Cody Nielsen, Owner of Green Leaf Spray Co. and business owner in the industry since 2011. Cody is a Landscape Certi ed Pesticide Applicator and has been at work in the industry of lawn care and landscaping for over 10 years. 6:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Tree Health: Pests and the Root PRESENTED BY: Maureen Sexsmith-West, Ladybug Arborists. Maureen is an ISA Certi ed Arborist who has been caring for trees in Lethbridge for over 20 years. She is the owner of Ladybug Arborists. Maureen’s experience and training in the Lethbridge region has allowed her to develop an intuitive skill when it comes to identifying and diagnosing tree pests and health care issues. – Spring 2020 Edition 11
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 12 BURNCO Stage South Pavilion -Schedule Subject to Change- FRIDAY MARCH 20, 1-8 3:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Your lawn: Important practices to keep your lawn green, healthy, and weed free, and the environmental and economic bene ts of healthy turf grass.You will learn lawn cares best time and industry tested tips that will make your lawn turn heads! You will also learn how healthy turf grass is a major bene t to our communities and environment and a low cost option for landscape improvements. PRESENTED BY: Cody Nielsen, Owner of Green Leaf Spray Co. and business owner in the industry since 2011. Cody is a Landscape Certi ed Pesticide Applicator and has been at work in the industry of lawn care and landscaping for over 10 years. 4:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Thinking of Renovations? Don’t know where to begin? Come in and as our Expert - Contracts (get it in writing), Deposits, Scope of Work, Budgets, Warranties, Timelines, Insurance, etc... PRESENTED BY: Wes Carroll, Empire Home Renovations. Registered Reno Mark Renovator, 2019 award winner for “Best Overall Renovation”, “Best Kitchen Renovation” & “Best Ensuite Renovation”. 5:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Responsibilities of the ownership (Legal) PRESENTED BY: Maureen Sexsmith-West, Ladybug Arborists. Maureen is an ISA Certi ed Arborist who has been caring for trees in Lethbridge for over 20 years. She is the owner of Ladybug Arborists. Maureen’s experience and training in the Lethbridge region has allowed her to develop an intuitive skill when it comes to identifying and diagnosing tree pests and health care issues. 6:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Kitchen, Bathrooms and Lighting PRESENTED BY: Scott Morgan, Carefree Kitchen & Lighting SATURDAY, MARCH 21 10-5 12:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: New Trends & Colours PRESENTED BY: Scott Morgan, Carefree Kitchen & Lighting 1:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Thinking of Renovations? Don’t know where to begin? Come in and as our Expert - Contracts (get it in writing), Deposits, Scope of Work, Budgets, Warranties, Timelines, Insurance, etc... PRESENTED BY: Wes Carroll, Empire Home Renovations. Registered Reno Mark Renovator, 2019 award winner for “Best Overall Renovation”, “Best Kitchen Renovation” & “Best Ensuite Renovation”. 2:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Trees & Other Trades Con icts & Care PRESENTED BY: Maureen Sexsmith-West, Ladybug Arborists. Maureen is an ISA Certi ed Arborist who has been caring for trees in Lethbridge for over 20 years. She is the owner of Ladybug Arborists. Maureen’s experience and training in the Lethbridge region has allowed her to develop an intuitive skill when it comes to identifying and diagnosing tree pests and health care issues. 3:00 PM PRESENTATION TOPIC: Your lawn: Important practices to keep your lawn green, healthy, and weed free, and the environmental and economic bene ts of healthy turf grass. You will learn lawn cares best time and industry tested tips that will make your lawn turn heads! You will also learn how healthy turf grass is a major bene t to our communities and environment and a low cost option for landscape improvements. PRESENTED BY: Cody Nielsen, Owner of Green Leaf Spray Co. and business owner in the industry since 2011. Cody is a Landscape Certi ed Pesticide Applicator and has been at work in the industry of lawn care and landscaping for over 10 years. 12 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 13 FOR FO A LIMITED LLIM LIMIT LIMITE LI LIMI TIME T TI TIM LETHBRIDGE PIZZA HUT FIV FI FIVE C CH CHE CHEE CHEES CHEESE LOCATIONS: S STUFFED STUFFE STUFF STUF STU T 15 Micmac Blvd W (403) 310-1010 C CRUST CRUS CRU R 1358 Mayor Magrath Dr S (403) 310-1010 Uplands Common Shopping Centre 323 Bluefox Blvd N A 5-cheese blend of cheddar, parmesan, (403) 310-1010 provolone, asiago and mozzarella. AD ADD B BACON BACO BAC A to t your yo 5-Ch you 5- 5-C 5 5-Che 5-Chee 5-Chees 5-Cheese S Stuffed Stuf Stu Stuff Stuffe t Crus Crust C Cr Cru fo FREE. for F FR FRE FREE – Spring 2020 Edition 13
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 14 Renovating? What to do Get Helpful Advice if you find From Our Experts for Your Next Home Improvement Project! Shop Online or In-Store. asbestos Building Supplies • Furniture • Paint & Decor Hand Tools • Power Tools • Plumbing Supplies Electrical Supplies. Picture Butte • (403) 732-4621 Coaldale • (403) 345-5695 Taber • (403) 223-1122 Home improvement projects often come with unexpected setbacks and hidden expenses. One that can be especially worrying is finding asbestos. Health Canada recognizes that breathing in asbestos fibres can cause cancer and other diseases. But the important thing to remember is that asbestos is a hazard to health only when fibers are present in the air and we breathe them into our lungs. Therefore, if the asbestos can be crumbled, pulverized or powdered, resulting in small fibres and clumps of fibres being released into the air, We are pleased to it’s a health risk. Examples include insulation, plaster, floor and ceiling tiles. provide you with the However, some building materials contain compassionate guidance asbestos that is not easily broken or crumbled and service you and your into small pieces, such as roofing shingles, house loved ones deserve. siding and cement. Asbestos in this form generally doesn’t pose a risk because it doesn’t easily Our dignified and personal release airborne fibres unless they are damaged or funeral services include disturbed. • Pre-planning arrangements If you live in a home built before 1990, there is a • Traditional funerals chance it contains asbestos. The only way to know • Cremation services is to have it tested by a qualified professional. Please call us to discuss Fortunately, there is no need to take immediate your needs with a action or be concerned. Health Canada indicates there are no significant health risks if materials knowledgeable and containing asbestos in your home are tightly compassionate bound in products and are in good condition, funeral director. sealed behind walls and floorboards, isolated in an attic or left undisturbed. Chad Zentner Be sure to avoid disturbing or removing asbestos materials yourself. If you are planning renovations and your home has building materials that you think may contain asbestos – like insulation, exterior siding, or floor or ceiling tiles – hire a qualified asbestos removal specialist to get rid of it before beginning. Find more information at canada.ca/healthy-home. 4079 Firrst Stre eet W, Cllarressholm, AB CREDIT: NEWS CANADA (40 03) 625-3 32122 | fdw dwilllow w@telus.n net 14 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 15 (NC) A strong roof protects your Rainwater under shingles. Tree branches. home and family, but because your This causes rot and threatens the Branches blowing in the wind or roof is constantly exposed to structural integrity of your roof. falling from trees can cause damage to your shingles. Leaves on the roof changing weather and and in gutters can also hold moisture High winds. environmental conditions, it’s These can lift shingles and force and cause rot and poor drainage. bound to age. Here are some water and debris underneath. common causes of roofing wear Missing or torn shingles. Melting snow. This makes it easier for remaining and tear. When temperatures rise and climb, shingles to rip or be blown off, which refreezing of water can block in turn makes it easier for moisture The sun’s heat and to enter and damage the interior roof drainage into gutters and allow ultraviolet rays water to sneak into roofing materials structure. Make sure to invest in They age roofing materials, and inside your home. shingles with advanced protection especially on west- and south-facing capabilities surfaces. - RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL FREE ESTIMATES • Certified Red Seal Journeymen • WCB Coverage • All Asphalt Shingles, Full 2-Ply Torch Weld • No Job Too Big or Too Small Waterproof Systems on Flat or Low Slope • Owners on the Roof Roofs, Tar and Gravel, Roof Repairs Rino Mucciarone - 42 years Red Seal Journeyman • 6 Year Workmanship Warranty Walter Duda • Roofing Industries Best Material - 43 years Journeyman Warranties Andrew Pickering - 16 years Red Seal Journeyman • Full Liability Insurance Derek Quintin • Servicing ALL of Southern Alberta - 17 years Let Our Experience Work For You! www.tnrroofingltd.com info@tnrroofingltd.com Your Flat Roof Specialist phone 403-380-1008 – Spring 2020 15
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 16 HOW TO PREP YOUR HOUSE TO SELL (NC) Spring is a peak time for house sales bursting, buyers may think in Canada. If you’re planning to put your there’s not enough storage. Organize home on the market, properly prepping it clothes and donate what you’re not beforehand can entice potential buyers to wearing anymore. make an offer. Dust, sweep and vacuum from top to bottom. Don’t forget ceiling fans and Create an inviting ambience during window shutters, which are culprits for showings by opening curtains and dust and grime. shades, turning on the lights and playing soft music. If time permits, put a batch of Repair where needed. Defects like broken cookies in the oven for the ultimate windows, cracked tiles, wall dents or cozy-home feel. chipped paint may discourage buyers. Declutter and depersonalize. Buyers Repaint rooms that look tired for a fresh want to envision themselves in the look. Experts recommend using warm, house and too many items — personal neutral colours, such as grey and beige, and otherwise — makes that difficult to Here are some key ways to get your because they complement all types of do. Store the family photos and consider home ready for selling season: décor. giving anything you haven’t used in a First impressions are essential, so keep Make it smell swell. Hide litter boxes while to a worthy cause. Organizations landscaping around the house trimmed and pet dishes, empty the garbages and like Diabetes Canada will come and and tidy. Remove weeds and be sure to open windows to get fresh air circulating. pick up small appliances and small clean gutters, sweep walkways and wash If needed, use a subtle air freshener household items. Learn more about porches or balconies. to eliminate lingering odours. When clothes and household items pickup at showing the house, have some fresh declutter.diabetes.ca. Clean the closets. When the closets are flowers for fragrance and visual appeal. CREDIT: NEWSCANADA N N BUYING OR EXHIBITO R SELLING YOUR Presents HOME? 5 wise financial steps towards home-ownership and 1 right choice: 1. Set a budget 2. Save for your down payment 3. Boost your credit score 4. Choose the mortgage that’s right for you MOST INNOVATIVE BOOTH 5. Get Pre-Approved BEST DESIGN 1. Call right choice realty today MOST CREATIVE DISPLAY RON LAGEMAAT (403) 393-5582 BEST NEW EXHIBITOR BEST LANDSCAPER ABR® SRS® REALTOR® Broker/Owner ron@rightchoicelethbridge.com JOHN A DYCK (403) 331-8302 NNNNN EXHIBITOR REALTOR® john@rightchoicelethbridge.com rightchoicelethbridge.com 16 – Spring 2020 Edition
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Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 18 2020 Home & Garden Exhibitor Listing 1st. Choice Savings Carefree Kitchens & Evolve Woodcraft . . . . . . . . . . . 302 and Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . 511 Lighting Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . 295, 296 Exmore Leather Works . . . . . . . 517 2% Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . 618, 619 Carm’s Tupperware . . . . . . . . . . 287 Expedia Cruiseship Centres . . . 474 A.E. Cross Studio . . . . . . . 633, 534 Champion Contracting . . . . . . . . 614 Experior Financial Group . . . . . . 209 Adapt Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . 523 Chief Mountain Truss Extreme Scapes Inc. . . . . . . . . . . L9 Adaptive Technologies Inc . . . . . 452 Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Flaman Fitness . . . . . . . . . .476-479 Alberta Off Highway Vehicle Chinook Home Improvement Centre Flush Masters Plumbing Assocation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 290, 291 & Drains Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Alberta Vinyl Fence . . . . . . . . . . 436 Chinook Respiratory Care . 472, 489 Fort Macleod Glass . . . . . . 437, 439 All About Bling . . . . . . . . . . 590, 591 Chocolate Moose Fudge Four Seasons Sunrooms . . . . . . 488 Allstate Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . 451 Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 598, 599 Fox Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . 515, 516 All-Tra Battery . . . . . . . . . . 613, 643 Chris Yauck Photography . . . . . 109 Galko Homes & Renos, Alpine Mouldings Ltd . . . . . . . . . 621 CIR Realty - Lethbridge . . . . . . . 549 Paul Davis Lethbridge, Amsoil Synthetic Lubricants City of Lethbridge Genuine Siding . . . . 629, 630, 631 & Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260-262, 279-281 Glenns Gutter Limited . . . . . . . . 234 Anita’s Boutique. . . . . . . . . 446, 447 CNP Quad Squad . . . . . . . . . . . 522 GMS Mechanical & APC Artistic Phone Cases . . . . . 445 Comfort Heat & AC Ltd. . . . . . 60, 61 Equipment Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . L5 Arctic Spas Lethbridge Contour Coating Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . 14 Granite Rocks Ltd. . . . . . . . 502, 503 . . . . .45-49, 53-57, 66-70, 72-78, 83 Coulee View Windows Green Leaf Spray Co. . . . . . . . . 297 ATCO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 639 & Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226, 227 Greener Homes Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Baker Appliances . . . . . . . . 536, 537 Cowboys Caviar Beef Jerky . . . 113 Halo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Beachcomber Backyard Cutco Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 427 Hearing Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 475 Leisure . . . . . . . . .98-103,118-123 D & W Construction Ltd . . . . . . . 641 Hedgecore Landscaping . . . . . . . L3 Bedsheets & Miracle Delcan Building Materials . 299, 300 Heritage Fine Glue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467, 494 Design Lighting & Home Furnishings . . . . . . . 448, 449, 450 Bethel Windows & Doors . . . . . . 617 Décor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 632 Hi Tech Bracing Ltd. . . . . . . . . . 612 Bezooyen Contracting Inc . . . . . 298 Destiny Home Inc . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Hiebert Cabinets . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 BILD Lethbridge . . . . . . . 538, 539 DH Fencing Ltd . . . . . . . . . 285, 286 High Level Canoes and Dietz Meats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426 Kayaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Blast Your Bins . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Direct 2 U Water . . . . . . . . . . . . 615 Holland’s Home Fashions . . . . . 601 Blue Grass Landscaping Ltd. . . . L7 Direct Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 480 Holmes Water Services LTD . . . . 64 Bos Sod Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L4 Direct V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Home Hardware Building Bridge City Chrysler DNA Developments Inc . . . 545, 610 Centre . . . . . . . 461, 462, 463, 464 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-33, 41- 44, 58 Doug Lacey’s Basement IG Wealth Management. . . . . . . 413 Bridge Vacuum Cleaning Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Impressions On Stone Ltd. . . . . L11 Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 94, 95 Dream Body Contouring . . . . . . 418 Inland Screw Piling Ltd. . . . . . . . 524 Budget Blinds of Lethbridge . . . 225 DT Renovations Ltd. . . . . . . . . . 507 Jade Homes Inc. . . . . . . . . 805, 806 Burnco Landscape Edward Jones Investments . . . . 486 Janzen Home Centres Inc . . . 547, 548, 607, 608 Electric Vehicles Renovations . . . . . . . . . . . 616, 640 C & V Excavation Ltd. . . . . . . . . 504 Lethbridge Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 JPO Absorbents Inc . . . . . . . . . . 402 Cabinet Expressions . . . . . 293, 294 Empire Home Jurassic Plasma . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Camco Fencing and Lawns Renovations Ltd. . . . . . . . .111, 112 LA Home Solutions . . . . . . 624, 625 . . . . . . 216, 217, 218, 235, 236, 237 Enerclean Furnace & LA Satellite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 466 Canadian Blood Services . . . . . 414 Duct Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 508 Ladybug Arborist . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Canadian Tire Epp Exteriors Ltd. . . . . . . . 546, 609 Lawn Master Services Ltd. 482, 483 . . . . . . . 104, 105 106, 115, 116, 117 Estate Cellars Inc . . . . . . . . . . . 535 LCW Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . L12 Canastone Contracting Ltd. Evcon Equipment Ltd. . . . . .266-275 Legacy Hearing Centre . . . 240, 241 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 512, 513, 514 EXHIBITOR LISTING AT TIME OF PRINTING. SUBJECT TO CHANGE Canpro Deck & Rail . . . . . . 564, 565 18 – Spring 2020 Edition
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 19 NORTH PARKING LOT HOME & GARDEN 802 519 520 & ENTRANCE 424 425 518 521 L12 L11 L10 423 426 517 522 422 427 211 212 213 214 215 523 SOUTH PAVILION 421 481 480 482 479 453 452 454 451 578 577 579 576 420 483 478 455 450 580 575 210 NORTH PAVILION 419 581 574 209 226 225 224 223 222 221 220 219 218 217 216 418 484 477 456 449 428 208 227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 L9 485 476 457 448 429 582 573 417 MAIN PAVILION 207 486 475 458 447 430 583 572 416 206 248 247 246 245 244 243 242 241 240 239 238 487 474 459 446 431 584 571 415 488 473 460 445 585 570 249 250 251 252 253 254 255 256 257 258 259 L8 WEST PAVILION 414 432 433 586 569 205 434 587 568 413 CONCESSION 489 472 461 444 204 588 567 270 269 268 267 266 265 264 263 262 261 260 412 435 490 471 462 443 203 589 566 271 272 273 274 275 276 277 278 279 280 281 L7 411 436 491 470 463 442 PRESENTATION 437 590 565 410 492 469 464 441 591 564 292 291 290 289 288 287 286 285 284 283 282 LOUNGE 409 438 493 468 465 440 293 294 295 296 297 298 299 300 301 302 303 408 494 467 466 439 407 WASHROOMS 406 592 563 L4 L5 L6 405 404 403 402 401 400 593 562 202 201 200 ATM 594 561 L1 L2 L3 128 127 126 595 560 95 EMERGENCY EXIT 596 559 524 94 597 558 112 525 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 93 111 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 100 99 98 97 96 92 ACCESS RAMP 644 526 110 527 91 109 528 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 629 627 598 557 DRAW BARREL 516 108 62 63 64 65 78 77 76 75 74 73 72 71 630 626 599 556 515 631 625 600 555 66 67 68 69 70 514 INFO BOOTH 529 38 40 57 56 55 54 53 632 624 601 554 61 60 59 58 513 530 52 37 39 45 46 47 48 49 633 623 602 553 41 42 43 44 512 531 36 35 51 634 622 603 552 RECHARGE 511 635 621 604 551 532 34 50 STATION 510 533 33 32 31 30 509 534 508 636 620 605 550 535 7 STAGE 507 637 619 606 549 536 6 506 638 618 607 548 537 5 BAR 505 639 617 608 547 538 1 640 616 609 546 BURNCO LOUNGE AND 539 SEMINAR AREA 540 504 641 615 610 545 541 642 614 51 503 611 544 542 502 643 613 612 543 806 805 804 501 500 803 801 800 SOUTH PARKING LOT & ENTRANCE – Spring 2020 19
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 20 Lethbridge & Medicine Hat Prestige Window & Door/ Kruse Suncoast Enclosures . . . . . .282-284 Nhance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401 Glass . . . . . . . . . 551-553, 602-604 Sunny South Insulators . . . 203, 204 Lethbridge Door Primerica Financial Sunny South Kwik Kerb . . . . . . . 208 Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540, 541 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 544 Superform Products. . . . . . . . . . 265 Lethbridge Elite Radon Gone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Supreme Roo ng Solutions (SRS) . 7 Roo ng Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 222, 223 Re/Max Real Estate Liberty Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 - Lethbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Sutton Group Lethbridge . . . . . . 107 Lily Silk Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 Real Estate TechBridge Innovation Centre . . 594 Link Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Centre . . . . . . . . . . . 526, 527, 528 Techno Metal Post . . . . . . . . . . . 221 M&K Home Sales . . . . . . . . . . . 804 Redfern Enterprises Ltd. The Donut Junction . . . . . . . . . . 428 Mama Lo’s Fudge . . . . . . . . . . . 575 . . . . 62+79, 250, 206+207, 529, 636 The Finisher’s Touch Ltd . . . . 404-406 Martin Brothers Funeral Reliance Home Comfort . . . . . . 550 The Old Sign Shop . . . . . . . . . . 644 Chapels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 585, 586 Reside Custom Builders . . . . . . 213 The Rail Guy . . . . . . . . . . . 247, 248 Maverick Concrete Ltd. . . . 256, 257 Rite-Way Fencing The Whole Nine Yards Metal Roof Repair . . . . . . . . . . . 571 (2000) Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 566, 567 Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 505 Mid West Spray Foam Roof Armour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 and Coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525 Royal Lepage South Country . . 509 Thentix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 641 Moj Sen Bath, Body Run Free Councelling Centre . . 276 Titanium Exclusive & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 473 Scenic Drive Landscape Cookware Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . 439 Nakagama’s Bosch Kitchen Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L10 Top House Roo ng Inc . . . 232, 233 Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403 Scentsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 6 Topline Eavestrough & Nelson Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . 86, 87 Scott Lowater & Taya O’Donnell Exteriors Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 543 New Image Coasting Royal Lepage South Tourism Lethbridge . . . . . . . . . . . T1 and Polishing Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 487 Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88, 89 TSK Footwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Nieboer Farm Supplies . . . .457-459 Sea Mineral FA All Natural Norwex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440 Fertilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Tutor Doctor Lethbridge . . . . . . . 506 Ocean Sales Group Ltd . . . . . . . . . . Season to Season Fencing & Land- Twig & Owl Tree Care Ltd . . . . . 543 50, 51, 96, 238, 259, 542, 556, 557, scaping Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 560, 561 Ukrainian Fine Foods . . . . . . . . 532 626, 627, 635 Seyyes Clothing. . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Ultimate Spas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L8 OES Wellness Group Silver Creek Custom Utilities Consumer Advocate . . . 443 . . . . . . . . 533+534, 90+71, 210, 444 Homes Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Vantage Trailers. . . . . . . . . . . . . 435 Overhead Door Simon Bos Nurseries . . . . . 577, 578 VHL Construction Ltd . . . . 277, 278 Company . . . . . . . . . . . . 500, 501 Six08 Health . . . 242, 243, 254, 255 Village Design Paci c Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 416 Smart Digital Living . . . . . . 249, 250 Panache Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Solar YYC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442 Centre . . . . . . . 562, 563, 592, 593 Peka Rollshutters . . . 558, 559, 597 Southern Alberta Rock Voxxlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579 Phillpotts Contruction. . . . . . . . . 611 Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L1, L2 Waterproof Roo ng Ltd. . . 580, 581 Pink Zebra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415 Southern Sod & Sprinkler . . . . . . L6 West Winds Kettle Corn . . . . . . . 52 Pinnacle Security Ltd. . . . . . . . . 572 Sparkles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 481 Wild Rose Hot Tubs . . . . . . . . .35-40 Pinnacle Sod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 510 Sparktan Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Wind And Sun Protection Inc . . . 258 Platinum Garages . . . . . . . 530, 531 Spartan Kitchen Products . . . . . 289 Work N Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 460 Pleasure Pool 2011 Ltd. . . . . . . 303 Spraytek Insulation Ltd. . . . 211, 212 Young Livivng Essential Oils Prairie Cedar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 Stafford Lake Resort . . . . . . . . . 600 Prairie Side Equipment . . . 484, 485 Stone Age By Margaret . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Premiere Woodworking / Premiere Granite . . . . . . . 244-246, 251-253 Zentner Funeral Homes. . . . . . . 555 Custom Homes . . . . . . . . . . 91, 92 Student Works Painting . . . . . . . 642 Zone Garage Southern Premium Power Packs . . . . . . . 576 Sun Life Financial . . . . . . . . . . . 554 Alberta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 605, 606 EXHIBITOR LISTING AT TIME OF PRINTING. 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Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 21 AFFORDABLE FEATURES TO CONSIDER WHEN REVAMPING YOUR KITCHEN Kitchens are popular gathering spots in many remodeling a kitchen should know that there homes. That popularity is reflected in various are ways to give kitchens a whole new feel can save substantial amounts of money by ways, including how many homeowners without breaking the bank. choosing granite from remnants at the stone choose to remodel their kitchens. yard. If marble is your ideal countertop, save Appliances money by choosing a domestic product as A 2019 report from the home renovation and Consumer Reports notes that luxury home opposed to one imported from overseas. design resource Houzz found that kitchens buyers expect high-end features, including were the most popular room to renovate professional ranges and built-in refrigerators Cabinets in 2018. Homeowners considering kitchen that match the surrounding cabinetry. Custom-built cabinets may be a dream, remodels should know that the Houzz report However, many mainstream brands offer but they tend to be a very expensive one. also indicated that spending on kitchen “faux pro” features that can equal more Such cabinets are designed to adhere to the remodels increased by 27 percent in 2018. expensive alternatives. Consumer Reports dimensions of the kitchen, and Consumer even notes that many budget-friendly faux Reports notes that they can cost tens of Homeowners concerned by the cost of pro appliances outperformed their high-end thousands of dollars. If that estimate would counterparts in terms of reliability. bust your budget, examine the current layout of the existing cabinets. If the layout is fine but Countertops the cabinets need work, you can give them Countertops tend to capture the eye’s a whole new look by refinishing them. If the attention when walking into a kitchen. cabinets must go, stock units or semi-custom Outdated and/or damaged countertops grab cabinets can provide a new look without that attention for all the wrong reasons, while busting the budget. updated countertops made from today’s most popular materials provide that wow factor Kitchen remodels can be expensive. But there homeowners seek. If granite is a must-have, are many affordable ways to revamp a kitchen. Consumer Reports notes that homeowners CREDIT: METRO CREATIVE – Spring 2020 21
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 22 Common Roof Problems to watch out for this spring (NC) When it comes to roofing, little to foundation cracking, mould growth, inside, call in a wildlife problems often go undetected until they and the potential destruction of any or pest removal become major issues, costing a lot of time renovations you’ve already done. Have company to get rid of and money to resolve. An annual roof your downspouts checked to ensure they any unwanted house inspection each spring is the best way are connected and positioned correctly. guests and protect the to catch any problems before they cause areas where they are entering. 3. Chimney deterioration serious damage. Here are five common The older the chimney, the more likely 5. Leaky roof problems to watch out for: it is to have cracks in the crown (top). When snow melts and re-freezes, it can 1. Broken gutters When water gets into these cracks during act as a wedge under shingles. Once Failing to repair or replace broken the winter it freezes, which pushes the the weather begins to warm up, these gutters could cause serious issues, mortar and bricks further apart and ice wedges melt and can leak through especially after a big rainstorm. When makes the cracks larger. When the ice your roof. Your roof may look fine as your gutters are not properly attached eventually melts, these cracks can cause you look up at it from the ground, but to your roof, they are not able to do their your roof to leak and could even result in a professional will be able to determine main job: divert water away from your your chimney falling off your house. any issue and how to fix it. home. This can lead to costly property 4. Visiting pests Inspecting your roof for these common damage and flooding. problems is very important and hiring a Loose flashing, rotten fascia boards and 2. Defunct downspout dormant chimneys all make great homes professional to take on this task is always Downspouts can become dislodged, for raccoons, squirrels, birds, bats and recommended. Find a roofing pro near causing water to flow directly around the wasps. If you hear strange sounds, or you at The 2020 Home and Garden show foundation of your home. This can lead you’re concerned something could get March 18th - 21st. Retractable Hose System for central vacuum by The smartest retractable hose system on the market! 4 colors and finishes available Numerous innovative White Black features for installation Antique Copper and maintenance Stainless Steel 925 - 2A Ave North, Lethbridge 403-328-7107 www.bridgevacuum.com 22 – Spring 2020 Edition
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Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 25 Should I be WORRIED about Discourage children from putting things into their mouths unless they are intended LEAD? to be put there, like food and pacifiers. Do not give young children jewelry to wear or play with; it may contain lead or other heavy metals. Clean your home regularly to remove dust Never burn waste oil, coloured newsprint, Even in Canada, the highly toxic metal and particles that may contain lead. This lead can be found in our air, soil, food and battery casings or wood covered with is especially important for surfaces that lead paint in or near your home, because drinking water. It can even be found in young children might touch often. lead fumes may be released. Dispose of common household dust. Unfortunately, Find out if the plumbing or paint in your these items through your city or town's this means we’re all exposed to low levels home contains lead. hazardous waste program. of lead every day. Do not keep food or drinks in lead crystal If you use lead solder in a hobby (like Used to produce many consumer products containers for any length of time. Do not making stained glass), use a good-quality like pipes, car parts, electronics and serve pregnant people or children drinks breathing mask, keep surfaces clean, and batteries, exposure to lead can cause many in crystal glasses. Babies should never keep children and pregnant people out of harmful health effects, especially to your drink from lead crystal. the area. Wash hands after handling lead brain, nervous system, blood system and solder. If you own glazed glass or ceramic dishes kidneys. The risks are greater for children bought outside the country, do not use Avoid eating wild game that has been shot because their growing bodies are still them for serving food or drinks. They with lead bullets. Use non-lead bullets and developing and absorb lead more easily. may contain higher levels of lead than are shot when hunting for food. Pregnant people must also be careful, as allowed here in Canada. If you’re concerned about exposure to lead can pass through the placenta. lead, be sure to speak to your doctor. Find If you have children six years of age Although everyone is exposed to low or under, remove any horizontal PVC more information at canada.ca/healthy- levels of lead, there are a few things you (plastic) mini-blinds made in Asia or home. can do to further reduce exposure. Mexico. CREDIT NEWS CANADA We’ll be at the HOME & GARDEN SHOW BOOTH 346-349 March 18-21, 2020 WITH SHOW SPECIAL PRICING M8 M6 LUNAR 9.9 NOVA 10.0 TERRA 10.6 MERCURY 10.10 SCHWINN X-PLODE INSPIRE FLOW IC4 Spin Bike PFX-230 Power Rack FT2 Functional Trainer Mini Massage Gun 16 Broxburn Blvd, flamanfitness.com Lethbridge, AB, T1J 4P4 587.813.5494 – Spring 2020 25
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Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 27 GALKO RENOVATIONS & GENUINE SIDING AND ROOFING: RENOVATIONS FROM SHINGLES TO BASEMENTS, INSIDE AND OUT I s it time for a change? From bathroom, kitchen, or a full home renovation to redesigning and has been substantially completed. Galko’s philosophy is supported not only by the loyalty and superior shingle installation for homes as well as roof repair. As a locally owned and operated renovating your commercial o ce performance of their sub-trades and company, you can see Genuine space, Galko Renovations can help suppliers, but also by their entire Siding and Roo ng’s work on new you make those changes. service-oriented team. homes throughout the city. Galko Renovations is the agship If it’s exterior work you need for And if you’re interested in building renovation division of Galko your home or commercial space, your dream home, or want to check Galko Renovations’ partner out some of the best new homes Homes, and is backed by over 45 company, Genuine Siding and Lethbridge has to o er? Galko years of award-winning residential Roo ng will work with you to Homes is here for you – now building construction experience. The Galko ensure you get the look you want, team brings experience, knowledge, outside of Lethbridge. Give us a call. o ering services to cover all of your and customer service to every exterior needs as well as a fully Galko Renovations renovation project they work on. sta ed service department. galkorenos.com Whether you’re in the market for getaquote@galkorenos.com Specializing in vinyl, ber cement, a kitchen or bathroom renovation, 587-370-RENO (7366) and aluminum products in a wide full interior renovation, addition, variety of colours and styles for Genuine Siding and Roo ng basement development, or renovation siding, Genuine Siding and Roo ng genuinesiding.com of your commercial o ce space, you is dedicated to bringing you the o ce@genuinesiding.com can rely on the quality craftsmanship, highest value in the industry, and 403-929-4903 distinct design, and exceptional will make sure that the job is done Galko Homes service that have won the Galko team right. galkohomes.com industry praise and customers for life. info@galkohomes.com A number of options to give your Galko Renovations is a member of home or commercial space the 403-329-3221 the Alberta Renovation Warranty nishing touches and curb appeal Galko Renovations is the agship Program, which ensures you get you want, including cedar and renovation division of Galko comprehensive protection, and woodtone, are all available. Homes, and is backed by over peace of mind from the moment you If it’s roo ng you need, Genuine 45 years of award-winning pay your deposit until after the work Siding and Roo ng o ers asphalt residential construction experience. – Spring 2020 27
Home&Style Spr_2020.qxp_Bridge Mag 32pg_May. 09 3/2/20 5:18 PM Page 28 DECOR IDEAS TO GIVE HOMES A FRESH LOOK THIS SPRING Spring is a season of rejuvenation, and that spirit of renewal can take hold inside a home. Warm weather and longer hours of daylight make spring a perfect time to imagine a home's interior design in a new light. The following are a handful of decor ideas that may inspire homeowners to give their homes an entirely new look this spring. · Wallpaper: Wallpaper fell out of favor years ago, but new styles that aren't so heavily patterned can make for wonderful additions to for clutter to take over a room. Create more any room. Large-scale prints can give a room open space in entertaining areas by mounting a whole new feel without giving homeowners the television and getting rid of a bulky or their guests the impression that they have entertainment center. Create even more space by stepped back in time. A simple, mural-style replacing rarely used end tables with a storage floral wallpaper on the walls surrounding a ottoman where books and magazines can be table in a breakfast nook can bring nature inside. stored to give a room a fresh, clean look. · Pastel colors: Nothing embodies the spring · Accent features: Sometimes the smallest quite like pastel colors. If colorful, bright flowers changes to an interior space make the biggest dot the garden in the backyard, homeowners can impression. Replace dated accents like vases and bring those uplifting pastels inside by painting table lamps with newer items that reflect the an accent wall or even adding some brightly latest styles and trends. Such adjustments won't colored accent furniture to rooms that could use break the bank, and they can give rooms a whole a lift. new feel. · Declutter: Clutter is often conquered during Spring is a great time to reconsider home spring cleaning sessions, but homeowners interiors. This spring homeowners can embrace various strategies, both big and small, to give who want to create more free-flowing interior their homes a whole new feel. spaces can downsize their furniture and/or look for multipurpose features that make it hard Credit: Metro Creative Canada 403-553-0000 Fort Macleod, AB www.gmsequip.com Lisa Friesen Rhonda Boreen Gregg Maggrah L Lawn Laaw Car C Ca Care Mad Ma Simple Made S Simple: Si Sim Simp Simpl THE HUSQVARNA 403-393-6265 403-894-2740 403-331-7556 Aut A Auuto Automowe Automower Automo Autom Automow ® • Navigates lawns of any complexity – even yards with obstacles and slopes. • Mows both day and night – and even in nasty weather. • Remains discreet and silent at all times. • Works safely around pets and children. • Resists theft with a built-in alarm. Michelle Henry Chandel Virginia Greysen Sullivan Caldwell Wishart 403-360-8226 403-315-4287 403-715-5092 403-331-1199 310 12 St S #2, Lethbridge • (403) 271-0600 www.cirrealty.ca Come visit our booth at the show for more information and to find the perfect sized Automower® for your lawn! 28 – Spring 2020 Edition
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