Archive for December, 2011

Canucks beat Oilers, take top spot in Northwest

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011


Andrew Ebbett scored two goals as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Edmonton Oilers 5-3 in a Boxing Day clash Monday.



http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/nhl/story/2011/12/26/sp-oilers-canucks.html?cmp=rss

Holiday ER closures in B.C. put patients ‘at risk’

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011


B.C. NDP health critic Mike Farnworth says holiday closures of two emergency rooms in B.C.’s southern interior could put thousands of people at risk.



http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/12/20/bc-holiday-emergency-room-closures.html?cmp=rss

Sled dog slaughter prompts company transformation

Thursday, December 15th, 2011


The tour company implicated in the slaughter of dozens of sled dogs in Whistler, B.C., after the 2010 Olympics has been transformed into a non-profit foundation for animal welfare.



http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2011/12/14/bc-sled-dog-slaughter-foundation.html?cmp=rss

Today’s New Chandelier

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

Chandeliers have had resurgence in popularity thanks to design shows on TV. Nowadays, chandeliers can be found in every room. Once a standard only for grandma’s foyers and dining rooms, chandeliers have found their way into contemporary bedrooms, bathrooms, and in living rooms. The latest rage in chandeliers is outdoor chandeliers.

Fashioning beautiful outdoor spaces will continue to be the hot tip; folks are unlikely to revert back to a concrete slab and grass. Currently, outdoor spaces include living, dining, and get-together spaces, right next to the outdoor kitchen. Since folks always look to expand living areas, plan on attractive outdoor spaces to stick around, and that includes stunning outdoor lighting.

Suspended over outdoor dining areas and gathering places, chandeliers are a beautiful centerpiece and they need to be safe. There are a few simple steps to follow to make sure you have a safe connection. Ensure your outdoor lighting is UL approved for wet or damp settings. You need sealed circuitry that includes a rubber coated switch and a heavy grounded cord. If the lighting has fabric shades, make sure the shades are weatherproofed. Over and above safety, why create a warm and beautiful outdoor space and finish it off with an economy and potentially unsafe light. In lighting, you get what you pay for. There are tons of places to buy outdoor lighting at low-cost prices, but in outdoor lighting where weather is a factor, spend as much as you can.

To search for outdoor chandeliers, just go online and type that in along with your zip code. Your best bet is to shop at your local lighting store. Head to your local lighting shop and look through their inventory and catalogues. When you buy at lighting stores, they will order and assemble any chandelier you buy. While you can get great bargains online, there’s risk of breakage during shipping, not to mention the need to assemble yourself.

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Wood Floor and Tile and Carpet; Oh My!

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

If you have recently walked into a flooring store and felt overwhelmed by the selection of floor and tile and carpet options don’t worry. There are ways to reduce the clutter of excessive choices quickly, if you know what you want. Picking the right flooring depends upon where you want to place it and your budget, and those two factors alone will eliminate many options. Let’s look at the top three materials.

Carpet is the most common choice of flooring because if its’ convenience and pricing. You can get reasonable looking carpeting even with a limited budget. If you have to choose between spending more on carpet or padding always go with the padding. It will help the carpet last longer and feel better. Carpet comes in a myriad of colors and textures, as well as a wide range of qualities. You can find a carved, formal carpet for your living room, a resilient Berber for you child’s room or anything in between.

Tiles are available in just about every material. You can stick to traditional vinyl or linoleum, expand your horizons into high end stone, opt for wood, cork or bamboo and even glass. Tiles are great for kitchen and bathroom areas, and can be carried up walls, used for backsplashes and counter areas creating a unified look. Tiles can be more expensive because installation is labor intensive, however, the right tiles will look great for many, many years.

Wood is a traditional flooring choice, and today’s varieties require less care than then older versions did. Bamboo – which looks very much like wood – or cork are two ecologically friendly options that are increasingly easy to find. Available in many colors and shades, wood offers a warmth and look that can’t be duplicated by any other material, but it is also likely to be the most expensive option you consider. Enjoy your search. When you find the perfect floor or tile choice, you’ll know.

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