Newmarket Public Library Digital History Collection

The Era, 28 Jan 2010, U3

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FLOORING TRENDS FOR YOUR HOME CHOOSING STYUSH FLOORING THAT WILL SOOTH YOUR FEET ii i i ii i in By Anja Sonnenberg Are you thinking about remodeling your home with new flooring Choosing the correct material is a fine balance between aesthetics and practicality High traffic areas need something that is durable and easy to clean but you also want to create a wow factor as guests walk in the front door So what type of material do you choose There are a few places you always see tiles used front entrances kitchens mud rooms bathrooms and basements but there are different tiles for different applications says Kelly Milne from Tilemaster in Aurora Ontario Be informed Be inspired Be online at DailyWebTVcom In the kitchen trends are starting to showcase large format tiles both in porcelain and natural stone The large tiles can really influence the space of the kitchen and how its perceived admits Milne adding that large tiles are great for smaller kitchen because they make the room look bigger We really encourage clients to take that step since using a larger tile in a small space can really open the room It creates harmony and flow throughout the space especially if you continue the large format tile into adjoining rooms and hallways Heated floors have been popular additions to bathrooms for years but the soothing luxury is now gaining popularity in the kitchen Radiant floor heating can be easily installed under the tiles to combat the cool touch of ceramic or porcelain tiles SEE YOUR CITY ON IN YORK REGION learn something new every day from local busi ness experts at DaityWebTVcom as they offer tips and ideas in a professionally produced interview format guided by the sites dynamic host Sheila Ml is building on its success in Hatton Hamilton and Peel regions expanding into York Richmond Hill Newmarket Aurora and sur rounding areas and offering residents there a new perspective on their community said Brad ley executive producer of DailyWebTVcom Browse around the York Region business com munity online at DallyWebTVcom With a channel for each day of the week DallyWebTVcom seg ments bring livery conversation to topics that touch the lives of viewers Choose from Home and Garden Health and Beauty Real Estate Lifestyle and Leisure New Homes In the Kitchen and In Motion DailyWebTVcom draws on the knowledge of its featured guests who cover everything from indoor golf to the latest kitchen tiling trends from craft ing your own wine to personal chefs Its an innovative approach that marries the web with television quality programming to inform Inspire and entertain explains the execu tive producer As part of Digital Media Group DailyWebTVcom is supported by community news papers in York Region Media Group that have been providing trusted local news and event coverage for decades When youre using heated flooring in the kitchen youre generally using them in the prep areas in front of the stove and sink explains Milne If there is a prep island youll often see heated mats being used there as well Prebuilt like an electric blanket the floor heating mats allow homeowners to maximize energy efficiency reduce utility costs while enjoying warm floors in the kitchen The programmable thermostat provides efficient convenient radiant heat and is Energy Star rated To add a wow factor in your front entrance Milne recommends inserting an inlay called a which is generally very geometric Connecting stones can be used to create a border or you can introduce tiles of multiple sizes to create an interesting laying composition For more information on flooring trends and radiant floor heating visit www com Be sure to check out informative videos at DairyWebTVcom where you can learn something new every day 4 if

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