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A floor to adore

March 31st, 2010

There are many options out there when considering an eco-friendly floor. One environmental choice is Marmoleum. It’s one that lends itself amazingly well to kids playrooms, offices, kitchens or mudrooms. This unique floor is a hidden gem that certainly has its place in the market.

The Flooring People on St. Albert Trail carry a vast variety of options for colour and layout ideas. Take a look through their showroom for more information on Marmoleum and other eco-flooring options.

The charm: Marmoleum has been a mainstay floor covering for over 100 years because it is one of the few products made from primarily natural raw materials. It’s comprised of linseed oil, rosins, and wood flour, all adhered onto a natural jute backing. The natural raw materials, its durability and anti- microbial properties are the result of the continual oxidation of the linseed oil over time.

It is a tough yet visually striking floor covering, highly resistant to heavy rolling loads and foot traffic. Being a natural organic product, its performance is enhanced by time as exposure to air serves to harden and increase its durability. But even with hardening over time, the floor remains quiet and comfortable under foot.

The features: Marmoleum is all natural, comes in a rainbow of beautiful colours, and has no foul odours that can off-gas into your living space. Being asthma and allergy certified-safe in addition to being SMARTTM certified as a sustainable product, Marmoleum is a perfect complement to any LEED residential or commercial project.

Made with natural ingredients without any harmful VOC’s or other toxic chemicals, it’s natural and sustainable. It can be bought in sheets or in sections. Marmoleum sheets are installed with solvent-free adhesives and the Marmoleum Click Tiles are installed without any adhesive.

Natural antibacterial properties prevent micro- organisms such as salmonella and staph from multiplying because of the continual oxidation of the linseed oil. If you’re looking for a dust-free environment, the anti-static properties not only reduce the potential for electric shock, they also make the floor easier to clean because dust and dirt do not adhere to it. It’s also 100 per cent biodegradable so even disposal is
environmentally friendly.

Other options: Reclaimed hardwood is another eco- friendly flooring option. If you love the look of hardwoods, but can’t reconcile yourself to having trees cut down, think about reclaimed wood. This flooring is made with timbers recycled from old structures, such as barns, schoolhouses, or libraries.

Find it: Visit The Flooring People at 12736 St. Albert Trail or online at www.theflooringpeople.com

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‘Lingerie Luncheon’ at O’Maille’s Irish Pub

March 20th, 2010

See Blend in action with the ‘Lingerie Luncheon’ at O’Maille’s Irish Pub in St.Albert.  Questions? Call 780 995 5403 or email us here.

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Hoarder or sorter? – What’s in your closet?

March 2nd, 2010

Harder or Sorter?Along with spring comes the desire to polish golf clubs, find the tennis racket, and dig out the bikes. Do you know where to find all your favourite toys? Learn from two very organized companies how to conquer your overflowing closets, drawers and garages. Storage Revolution specializes in the home/office while Monkey Bars Solutions focuses on the garage.

What they offer: Storage Revolution is an organizer’s dream. This store offers a plethora of systems for cutlery, clothing, laundry, jewelry, food, and bathroom. Sort your messy kitchen cabinets with food containers that keep your favorite treats fresh and always handy. Get your closet organized with amazing shelving systems that will sort out any clothing dilemma. Need help figuring out where to start? Schedule a free in-home estimate. This is a clever store offering brands such as Umbra, Suction! and Shulte (Elfa system).

Monkey Bars Solutions offers an extensive product line that transforms ineffective and wasted space in your garage into usable and organized space by getting clutter up off the ground and into higher spaces. Their storage systems are comprised of heavy-duty shelves and hooks which are supported by a unique rack design. Each system is engineered for structural strength and stability and can support up to 900 pounds. Removable bars allow your system to adjust as your needs change. Exclusive to Canada, each system is professionally installed to ensure maximum strength. Look for Monkey Bars Solutions at the Edmonton Home + Garden Show and ask for your free in-home estimate.

Organization ideas:

  • Sinking under clutter? The ‘Under the Sink Storage’ shelf unit adjusts around pipes so all of those cleaning products, garbage and garbage bags have a neat home.
  • Small bathroom? Use the Suction! product line to place items such as toothbrush, soap, razor, and towels on the wall up and out of the way.
  • Small spaces? Place narrow plastic storage bins under the bed for seasonal items. Over the door hanging systems are great for clothing, jewelry, and shoes. Utilize the top of your double-stacked laundry system to store items you rarely use in TupperwareTM bins.
  • Personalize your closet space with the closet organizational system from Shulte.
  • Place large bins above your garage door for seasonal items or clothing. Hang garden tools/ shovels on the wall. Use the hanging bars to place golf clubs, bikes or other seasonal items.

Find it: Storage Revolution Inc. is located at 12422-102 Avenue. Visit Monkey Bars Solutions online at www.gorgeousgarage.com