Monthly Archives: December 2011

Let’s talk trim, and not the Christmas tree kind

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Jim

Okay, I have a huge pet peeve! It drives me crazy when I see trim, whether it’s doors, windows, baseboard or whatever that is any colour other than white. I see mixtures of white and natural wood, I see baseboards … Continue reading →

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Sometimes Ikea just gets a bad rap

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Jim

I like Ikea. Go ahead, shoot me…see if I care. Sure, some of their stuff is junk, but, they also have some great things that are a terrific value and as good as anyone else’s. I wouldn’t buy their sofas … Continue reading →

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Toning down “The Ingalls”

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Jim

Remember Little House on the Prairie? Yes you do, even if you won’t admit it! Well, recently I took on a new client and as soon as I saw her fireplace I immediately thought “this thing belongs in the Ingalls … Continue reading →

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