The Impact of Climate on Furniture Longevity
If you are not considering the effect that Calgary’s climate and environment can have on your furnishings, then you may be missing a key detail when it comes to picking quality pieces that can last for many years. Seasonal temperature changes and fluctuations in humidity can put your furnishings at an increased risk of damage [...]
Why Many Prefer Local Furniture Makers
Who knows what homes in Calgary need better than people who live in Calgary? Locally made furnishings are a growing trend for a reason. Local artisans and furniture makers create their pieces with the needs, preferences, and community of their clients in mind. Local furniture makers typically provide higher quality furnishings. The pieces they make [...]
How to Clean Upholstered Furniture Like a Pro
Did you just spill wine on your white dining room chair? Is a coffee stain spreading across your couch cushions? Do you just want to refresh your living room furnishings? There are a few details you should consider before you start cleaning your upholstered furniture. When you are cleaning any type of upholstered furniture, make [...]
How to Maintain Wood Furniture & Make It Last Longer
Wood furniture adds warmth, elegance, and a touch of nature to any home. Whether you have a cherished family heirloom or a newly acquired piece for your dining room, proper care can ensure that your wood furnishings remain beautiful and functional for years to come. You should be intentional with wood furniture maintenance, taking care [...]
Elevating Home Decor with Stylish Furniture Accents
Accent furniture can add a unique element to the style and functionality of your home, and there are nearly endless options for accent pieces. That means picking accents that truly enhance your home’s aesthetic can be full of excitement and fun. Here is a tip to help you get started: when you want to elevate [...]
What an Ottoman Is & How to Correctly Use It
There are a lot of potential options for living room furnishings and feature pieces that add elegant, interesting, and eye-catching touches to your home’s style, but few are as classic, convenient, and versatile as an ottoman. An ottoman is a flat, low piece of furniture that is often used as a footrest but can also [...]
How to Arrange Furniture in a Small Living Room
How you place your living room furnishings can be just as important as the individual pieces you select—especially if you have a small living room. The right layout can create the feeling you want for your living room while maximizing style and function. Ultimately, the perfect small living room layout varies based on your furnishings [...]
How to Decorate a Coffee Table
The right coffee table can bring your living room together, adding functionality and style. But if you really want to get the full benefits of that new piece, it is important to decorate it, too. Decorating coffee tables, dining room tables, and other furnishings often comes down to 2 key principles: keep clutter to a [...]
How to Refinish Wood Furniture
Solid wood furnishings bring many benefits, not least of which is the ability to refinish them. Refinishing wood pieces can help you enjoy them for a long time, but it is not always easy and should be done with care. In many cases, this kind of work should be left to someone with expertise in [...]
