Month: May 2023

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Inez Caron May 31, 2023

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Keter Resin Horizontal Shed All-Weather Outdoor Storage

Keter Resin Horizontal Shed All-Weather Outdoor Storage

Now 27% Off

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With all of your new decor for your outdoor space, you might need some extra storage to hide patio clutter like trash cans and gardening tools. Enter: This ultra-durable storage shed. It’s made of resin, has a double-door design, is both UV- and water-resistant, and has a capacity of up to 40 square feet. The brown color also makes it a neutral option that will blend into almost any curb appeal.

Freeport Park Evanoff 9-Foot Market Umbrella

Now 65% Off

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As much as we love soaking up the sun, sometimes you need a little bit of shade. Enter: A trusty umbrella to complement your outdoor dining or lounging set. This one comes in six different colors, and it’s made with an easy-to-use crank lift and water- and UV-resistant canopy. People will love that it’s also only 16 pounds, making it a relatively lightweight item to move around.

Kelly Clarkson Home Barksdale Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug

Now 71% Off

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Kelly Clarkson doesn’t just have a powerhouse voice and an endearing talk show—the multi-hyphenate also has a home goods line, available exclusively at Wayfair. One of the popular items in her collection is this stain- and water-resistant indoor/outdoor area rug with a basket weave pattern. It’s available in several sizes, but the 7'10" by 10'10" option is 71% off.

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Mercury Row Cangelosi 4-Piece Rattan Sofa Seating Group with Cushions

Now 58% Off

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Another outdoor lounge set, this stylish offering is a whopping 59% off and built to last. Made with weather-resistant steel and wicker rattan, it’s a set featuring two chairs, a loveseat, and a table—and it looks like it would fit right into your favorite hotel's poolside restaurant.

Andover Mills Knopf Wicker 4-Person Seating Group with Cushions

Now 26% Off

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Wicker is a durable material that makes this under-$300 set a great option for outdoor seating. Complete with a matching table, this set is all you need to elevate your outdoor space. It is available in two colors, brown and beige. Now all that's left to do is lounge on the chairs or loveseat and take in the sunset.

Loon Peak Ermont Hardwood Dark Red Meranti Potting Bench

Now 64% Off

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If gardening is one of your favorite spring- and summertime hobbies, you'll swoon over this potting bench. It's made of weather-resistant Meranti wood, and it provides a nifty dedicated working surface to tend to your plant children. The top and bottom shelves are great for displaying your plants or storing your supplies, too.

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Wrought Studio Govind Magnesium Oxide Indoor/Outdoor Planter Pot

Now 33% Off

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Designed for everywhere from your living room to your backyard, this geometrically patterned planter will spruce up any part of your home. It’s made for both indoor and outdoor use, and it adds something unique and interesting that will complement practically any plant. Even more, it’s eligible for Wayfair’s Bundle and Save offer, which allows you to purchase two or more items and save 15%.

Mercury Row Perdue 81.5-Inch Velvet Square Arm Convertible Sleeper

Now 59% Off

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Most of the best sale finds at Wayfair right now are for your outdoor space, but lots of indoor items are marked down, too. For a chic velvet couch that's both on-trend and doubles as a pullout twin-size sleeper, this one is ideal for small living room spaces and a guest bedroom in a larger home alike. It’s a beautiful couch that will elevate your space, and many reviewers rave about its quality. There is a wide color range, from pink to black, and all of them are discounted now.

Joss & Main Windsor 8-Person Outdoor Dining Set with Cushions

Now 66% Off

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Dine al fresco for any meal with this stunning dining set, complete with eight chairs and a table. Great for large families or people who regularly host, it’s a simple-yet-elegant way to entertain your loved ones. The set is available in both white and brown, and it has an adjustable length from a 4-top to an 8-top.

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Sol 72 Outdoor Laub Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug

Now 66% Off

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We love a rug that can do it all. You can take this one indoors or outdoors, and the unique border design comes in black, orange, and blue. This rug is offered in several sizes as well, from runners to large rectangular styles. The water- and stain-resistant material and mixed pile height also make it easy to clean.

Three Posts Hartington Plastic Folding Adirondack Chairs

Now 31% Off

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This set of two Adirondack chairs will make a dreamy setup for your front porch, patio, or backyard. Even better, they will come fully assembled and can be folded for easy storage. Plus, you have several colors to choose from: white, black, and dark brown are a few of the many selections. The black and bright red option is the steepest discount at 55% off.

Latitude Run 4-Piece Rattan Complete Patio Set with Cushion

Now 58% Off

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Is it just us, or does this patio set look straight out of a Serena & Lily catalog? The natural-colored frame with white cushion option, now 58% off, is particularly reminiscent of the breezy and beautiful products from one of our favorite brands. The set comes with two chairs, a loveseat, a table, and a bench. Other color combinations include a black frame with white cushions, a gray frame with gray cushions, a black frame with light gray cushions, and a gray and brown frame with white cushions.

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Permasteel 80-Quart Classic Outdoor Patio Cooler with Wheels

Now 34% Off

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Take your outdoor party on wheels with this colorful patio cooler. Available in black, white, and seven other cute colors, you will love adding this popular cooler on wheels to your outdoor space. And it’s not just a cute piece—there’s lots of functionality packed in. It can hold a whopping 110 cans and is designed to keep drinks cold for up to 36 hours when you use ice packs or dry ice.

Purple Leaf Aluminum Patio Gazebo

Now 22% Off

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If you have a large outdoor space and want to create a shaded area, look no further than this patio gazebo with an aluminum frame. It comes with a sloped steel roof, making it an ideal option to combat rainy weather. Plus, it is packaged with a removable curtain and netting for both UV and rain protection. There are five different sizes available (the one pictured is 10' by 12' by 16').

Sol 72 Outdoor Tegan Patio Bar Stools

Now 69% Off

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Looking to make small updates to your outdoor bar? This set of two dark brown wicker and rattan stools with matching cushions is significantly discounted right now. They come with a weight capacity of 250 pounds, and the aluminum inner frame and woven covering make them as durable as they are weather-resistant.

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Windsor remains one of Canada’s hottest area’s for construction

Inez Caron May 30, 2023

Published May 12, 2023 • Last updated May 12, 2023 • 3 minute read

'The future is bright.' The construction site of the Dongshin Motech plant in Windsor is shown on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Photo by Dan Janisse /Windsor Star

For the second consecutive month, the Windsor area saw over $300 million worth of building permits issued in March, making it one of the busiest regions for building in the nation.

Only Canada’s five largest cities — Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton — exceeded the March total of $371 million in permits. Combined with February’s total of $308 million, the Windsor area has issued building permits worth $679 million in the past two months, according to the latest Statistics Canada figures.

The Windsor region also ranked second in Canada in the percentage increase (178 per cent) in building permit value between March 2022 and March 2023.

“We’d have to go back to 1995 or 1996 to find a comparable period,” said Windsor Construction Association president Jim Lyons.

“Per capita, we’re kicking everyone’s butt. It doesn’t really come as a surprise. We all know things are happening with the bridge and the battery plant.”

Lyons said the bulk of the local permit value is being driven by activity in industrial, commercial and institutional construction sectors.

In addition to the area’s two mega-projects, there are significant-sized supplier plants under construction, expansions/modifications of existing firms and plenty of infrastructure projects underway.

“I think during the pandemic a lot of projects were on the books, but people were just waiting to see how things would play out,” Lyons said.

“As things begin to normalize, material costs are settling and supply chains are filling up again, many of those projects are moving forward. It’s a bit of pent-up demand.”

Non-residential construction is also driving the growth nationally as permit values in March rose 32 per cent to a record $5.2 billion. The $13 billion recorded for the first quarter of 2023 is also a record.

In Ontario, non-residential construction rose 22 per cent to $2.1 billion in March.

‘We’re kicking everyone’s butt.’ The construction site of the Dongshin Motech plant in Windsor is shown on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Photo by Dan Janisse /Windsor Star

It’s a much different story for residential construction in March.

That sector saw a decline of 0.9 per cent nationally to $6.6 billion with permits issued for 21,400 new dwellings. The permit value of Ontario home construction shrunk by 8.1 per cent to $247 million.

It was the continuation of a national pattern seen throughout 2023 as residential construction permit value was down 1.6 per cent at $19.4 billion.

Windsor Essex Home Builders’ Association vice-president Brent Klundert said the Statistics Canada report generally reflects the local new home construction market. However, Klundert noted the sales trends have been up since the start of the new year, not down as is happening elsewhere in Canada.

“Individual homeowners are more sensitive to interest rate hikes than companies,” Klundert said. “The industrial, commercial and institutional projects are definitely driving the bus right now, locally.

“However, the future is bright. Residential will follow all that new construction.

“We’re seeing steady improvements now. The resale home market is improving too and that’s narrowing the price gap between the resale and new homes’ markets.”

The pace at which the construction industry is operating is putting increasing strain on a workforce that lost some key skilled trades people to retirement during the COVID pandemic.

Lyons said replacing such experienced talent is a long and time-consuming process. He said contractors are even paying above contract requirements to retain the employees they really value.

“Your projects will get built, it’s just going to take longer,” Lyons said.

“We’re telling clients to expect a project to take one-third to half longer than it used to take. There’s a cost factor to that and clients aren’t always aware of that. It’s been hard for architects and planners to estimate for that.”

Klundert said build timelines for a new home have come down from the 200-plus days it was taking during the pandemic. He said the average home his company builds now takes 180-200 days.

“It used to be 120 to 150 days from shovel into the ground to the owner taking possession,” Klundert said.

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7 kitchen renovation guidelines to enhance your home’s worth

Inez Caron May 30, 2023

Renovating a kitchen area usually takes time, strategic preparing, and typically calls for a generous budget, much too. Which is why getting it right is so vital. This useful room sees a ton of action, but it really is not one we can afford to change up on a regular basis. It truly is also a place that is substantial on the listing of priorities for likely residence purchasers, and there are some important structure attributes they glimpse for when browsing for a new kitchen to simply call residence.

The reality is, our list of standards for a present day kitchen area is at any time-changing. Trends occur and go, but some functional design and style factors are a mainstay, and incorporating individuals in your kitchen area renovation is vital. You want to guarantee you construct a kitchen area with a timeless model that appeals to a lot of, put together with ingenious modern options that endure for decades to come.

To assist you figure out what individuals are and exactly where it is really worth shelling out your income, we have questioned some pro kitchen area designers for their insights. And, owning played their reasonable share in building ahead-imagining kitchens, they know accurately what potential buyers are on the lookout for. For a house that sells and that is certain to enhance your home's worth, below are the renovation suggestions you will want to know about.

1. Enhance storage

A white kitchen with a spice rack drawer

(Picture credit history: Bakes & Kropp)

As the most functional zone in the residence, incorporating kitchen storage that's conducive to a useful, rapidly-paced space is vital. You want intelligent cabinets that can conveniently retail outlet all of your plates, utensils, and cookware out of sight although even now staying simple to entry, especially exactly where tiny kitchens are involved, so be confident to employ a kitchen area maker who's clued up on all the most up-to-date options.

'Storage is just one of the principal, and most attractive, wants in a kitchen area,' describes Paul Kropp, kitchen area designer and head of operations at Bakes & Kropp. 'Install good quality, custom-equipped cabinetry to increase storage utilization in your area. You can integrate features like deep drawers, pull-out shelves, and constructed-in organizers to improve operation and make storage far more productive.'

2. Up grade your countertops and backsplash

Yellow shaker kitchen

(Graphic credit history: Midland Architecture )

For a fashionable modern day kitchen that catches the eye of possible buyers, a stunning backsplash and countertop are a will have to. 'To heighten the charm of your kitchen, switch out-of-date countertops with strong and visually appealing materials,' claims Bob Bakes, head of structure at Bakes & Kropp.

These factors of your kitchen are inclined to be immediately in your line of sight, so they're the initially detail a guest in your dwelling will lay eyes upon. They can also be a relatively inexpensive and simple way to give your kitchen area the up to date update it desires without having acquiring to undertake main transforming operate, far too.

For a cohesive really feel, contemplate selecting a backsplash and countertop that match. (Calcutta marble is a timeless content for the search.) Alternatively, you could use coloured gloss tiles up your wall with a wooden countertop. Actually nevertheless, the precedence should be the practicality of the materials. 'We adore Quartz, as it features a lot of stunning solutions at many price tag details,' says Bob.

3. Consider smartening your space

A modern kitchen with USB chargers built into the drawers

(Picture credit history: Bakes & Kropp)

Know-how has well and really designed its mark on our households with sensible property attributes getting a potent pull component for lots of possible buyers. It truly is also a single that can up the value of your dwelling, as well. Considering that we are working with such a occupied region, investing in some wise kitchen area suggestions in your renovation - this sort of as a intelligent speaker, wireless charging details, or sensible lighting - could pay out dividends.

In accordance to Bob, good house functions have in fact turn out to be the norm in luxurious kitchens, so it truly is surely anything to take into consideration if you want your kitchen to be rated on the identical amount. 'Wifi-operated and electronic appliances give householders much more regulate and elevate the person knowledge,' he describes. 'Motion-activated or mood lights dimmers are also turning into increasingly popular to accommodate dynamic kitchen spaces.'

4. Target on a functional format

a modern kitchen with an unusual layout

(Impression credit rating: Malcolm Menzies. Design: Blakes London)

Planning the best kitchen area structure is important if you want your kitchen area to be as convenient as attainable. No one would like the problem of maneuvering from the oven close to awkwardly formed peninsulas or outsized islands just to drain their veggies in the sink. When renovating, keep your strategy open up and basic if you want this house to be seen as valuable genuine estate.

'Ensure that the workspace flows effectively, with effortless entry to the sink, stove, and fridge,' Bob notes. 'At Bakes & Kropp, we refer to this site visitors region as the “working triangle,” and prioritize it with enough perform and prep room different from the dining and entertaining areas.'

Of class, if you are only functioning with a galley kitchen, you can be somewhat restricted when it will come to a floorplan, but it's still critical to preserve Bob's triangle notion in thoughts so that every little thing is within simple achieve.

5. Choose for a neutral color plan

A kitchen with white walls decorated with picture frames

(Impression credit: Jeff Holt. Layout: Chused & Co)

We are significant advocates for shade right here at Livingetc, but you can't escape the actuality that neutral, pared-back again schemes are most effective if you want to attractiveness to the widest number of persons probable. To increase your kitchen's worth and optimize buyer curiosity, continue to keep your design clean up and coloration scheme simple.

According to Paul, this is something numerous contractors prioritize when making kitchens. 'This is mainly because neutral colours produce a clear and timeless glance,' he says. 'In phrases of cabinetry, we have observed that the tried using and legitimate classics go on to endure.' What are individuals, I hear you cry? Well, Bob implies whites with accents of neutral wood tones. 'We’ve observed that our signature pairing of white and oak finishes strikes the fantastic stability with warmth and modernity,' he says.

6. Incorporate a statement (but don't overdo it)

a kitchen with bulb lights

(Picture credit score: Adrian Gaut. Design: Crystal Sinclair Types)

We all want our kitchen area to stand out, and incorporating a statement feature or two is the most effective way to do this. The trick, even so, is to avoid overdoing it. 'When designing for resale it’s significant to layout for mass appeal, but that does not mean you need to go bare bones,' states Paul. 'Layer in "wow" components that will not overwhelm, like a wood waterfall countertop or additional thick counter tops.' Other kitchen tendencies that make a statement could be banquet seating or a crafted-in wine area.

There are some characteristics that carry on to be specially fascinating far too, so these make a wonderful addition to your renovation if you have the budget. 'We’re finding that property owners are still drawn to the traditional look of a gasoline stove and selection hood,' Paul adds. 'But, discourse does clearly show that homeowners are significantly aware of air excellent and ventilation, so if you do strategy to install a gas vary ensure you take the correct measures with a very well-equipped and properly mounted hood.'

7. Preserve your kitchen area design and style regular with the rest of your house

Small pink kitchen with circular dining table

(Image credit: Colombe)

Past but not least, keeping your kitchen area model reliable with the relaxation of your residence will make for a far more cohesive place that flows seamlessly from area to room, earning any visitors experience a lot more at house. It avoids your kitchen area from experience jarring or out of put. As Bob explains: 'A stark contrast concerning the kitchen and the relaxation of the house jeopardizes its balance, a single of the core rules of kitchen style.'

Ready to construct the fantastic kitchen? Follow these 7 measures and you'll have just one that is positive to market, and for the selling price it justifies, far too.

'The Excellent Kitchen', Barbara Sallick

Crucial household servicing ideas for FTBs

Inez Caron May 29, 2023

"By keeping proactive and adhering to a in depth checklist, householders can safeguard their assets value and ensure extended-term economic steadiness"

Getting your first property in the United kingdom is an fascinating milestone, but it also will come with the accountability of homeownership. Neglecting servicing tasks can direct to reduced house worth and costly repairs down the line.

All over the house loan industry, there has been an improve in down valuations, which can have a damaging effect on householders and prospective owners. Avoidance is generally superior than heal and that is why servicing can safeguard and raise the fairness in your assets and mitigate disappointment when it comes time to offer.

Protecting a new property is vital for its extended-phrase affliction and your in general fulfillment as a house owner.

To support you continue to be on major of necessary servicing duties, Pepper Funds compiled a extensive checklist customized precisely for very first-time potential buyers and is primarily based on useful insights shared by British isles home owners on the HousingUK subreddit.

By pursuing these rules, you can make certain that your new residence stays in great condition and keep away from opportunity concerns down the line. Let us check out the crucial maintenance duties you need to prioritise:

Plumbing and Drainage

The UK's unpredictable climate styles and heavy rainfall make it crucial to maintain a healthful plumbing and drainage procedure. The Association of British Insurers states that drinking water harm promises in the Uk cost insurance policies corporations £1.8 million every day.

Examine and fix any leaky faucets, pipes, and bathrooms immediately, as drinking water problems can be expensive.

Clean up out gutters and downspouts often to avert blockages and make certain suitable drainage.

Take into consideration setting up drinking water-saving gadgets, this kind of as aerators and very low-movement showerheads, to conserve h2o.

Insulate exposed pipes to protect them from freezing in the course of the colder months.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Methods

Effective heating and cooling methods are crucial for Uk households, specially through the colder months. Shell out awareness to these routine maintenance duties:

Have your boiler serviced each year by a Gasoline Safe registered engineer to make sure its correct operating and effectiveness.

Bleed radiators to take out trapped air and be certain even heat distribution all through your dwelling.

Thoroughly clean or switch HVAC filters consistently to maintain indoor air quality and stop technique pressure.

Check out the insulation around doorways and home windows to minimise heat decline and lower electrical power use.

Electrical Methods

A harmless and effectively-maintained electrical system is critical for the basic safety of your home and spouse and children. Consider the following servicing jobs:

Exam and reset all residual current gadgets (RCDs) and circuit breakers regularly to make sure they're functioning the right way.

Examine electrical cords for indicators of dress in or harm, and change them if necessary.

Look at acquiring an electrical inspection performed by a experienced electrician to establish any potential troubles.

Put in electricity-economical lighting choices, these types of as LED bulbs, to cut down electrical power intake.

Roof and Exterior Upkeep

The British isles experiences a range of weather situations, including rain, wind, and occasional snowfall. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors experiences that roof difficulties are just one of the most typical challenges determined through house surveys and can be rather high-priced. To wholly re-tile the roof on a three-bed room home, charges close to £7,000. To safeguard your home's exterior, concentrate on these routine maintenance duties:

Inspect the roof for unfastened, broken, or lacking tiles or slates. Address any concerns immediately to reduce drinking water leaks.

Clean gutters and downspouts on a regular basis to reduce blockages and assure proper h2o drainage.

Examine external walls for cracks or gaps, as they can direct to warmth decline and dampness. Fix and seal as needed.

Maintain any garden or outdoor areas, which include trimming trees and bushes, to reduce hurt from overgrowth.

General Basic safety Measures

Prioritise the basic safety of your dwelling and cherished types with these necessary maintenance jobs:

Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors regular monthly, and substitute batteries annually.

Retain hearth extinguishers quickly available and guarantee they are in great doing work problem.

Familiarise yourself with the site of fuel, h2o, and electric power shut-off valves for emergencies.

Take into consideration putting in security measures, such as burglar alarms and outside lights, to secure your house.

Sarah Inexperienced, Retail Director at Pepper Money feedback: “First-time consumers often underestimate the great importance of typical dwelling maintenance in preserving their financial commitment. Neglecting maintenance jobs can guide to major monetary repercussions down the line. By remaining proactive and following a extensive checklist, homeowners can safeguard their property price and guarantee very long-expression financial steadiness.

"It's essential to tackle any plumbing and drainage difficulties immediately, retain economical HVAC methods, prioritise electrical protection, and guard the roof and exterior of your household from climate harm.

"On top of that, employing typical security steps this kind of as smoke detectors and security methods helps increase an added layer of safety. Investing time and effort and hard work in house routine maintenance not only enhances the general issue of the property but also offers peace of thoughts for house owners."

Shopper-approved sets start at just $170

Inez Caron May 28, 2023

Best patio furniture for 2023: Shop these affordable Amazon sets under $350. Images via Amazon.

As great as it can be to upgrade your outdoor spaces, patio furniture can easily set you back hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars. I saw it first hand when I tried hunting for a new furniture set last year, only to experience sticker shock at many of the costs.

However, Amazon Canada shoppers seem to have found plenty of stunning furniture sets that don't break the bank. Since summer (unofficially) kicks off with the coming Victoria Day long weekend, we've gathered a selection of shopper-approved outdoor furniture that's sure to be a hit this patio season.

Ahead, shop the affordable patio furniture we're loving this season — all under $350.

FDW Wicker Patio Furniture 4 Piece Patio Set. Image via Amazon.

The FDW Wicker Patio Furniture Set rings in at $225, and comes with four durable pieces that you can use all spring and summer long.

Promising review: "Looks great on our front porch!" shared one reviewer, who also called this patio set "great value."

$225 at Amazon

Homsido Patio Furniture Rocking Set. Image via Amazon.

Give your patio a dose of boho-chic style with this woven conversation set that includes two wicker rocking chairs and a coffee table.

Promising review: "This boho bistro set is perfect" rave shoppers who say that this set is "definitely worth the price."

$340 at Amazon

Tangkula 3 Pieces Patio Wicker Conversation Set. Image via Amazon.

This conversation set comes with a secret: the coffee table flips open to reveal extra storage for small outdoor items.

Promising review: This set of low chairs makes a great addition to any backyard or balcony, with shoppers noting that "the seating is deep and comfortable."

$210 at Amazon

SONGMICS Patio Furniture Set. Image via Amazon.

Choose from black and taupe or brown and taupe (pictured) in this woven patio furniture set.

Promising review: This set is the "perfect size for a small patio" or front porch, according to reviewers.

$230 at Amazon

Outsunny 6PC Outdoor Patio Umbrella Set. Image via Amazon.

If your outdoor space gets a lot of sun, this dining set includes a table, four chairs and an umbrella for shade.

Promising review: At $264 for six pieces, shoppers love that this set is "very cheap but comes together nicely."

$264 at Amazon

Flamaker 3 Pieces Patio Set. Image via Amazon.

Elegant metal framing brings a modern feel to this three-piece set — perfect for transforming your space into a backyard oasis.

Promising review: This patio set has earned thousands of rave reviews from Amazon shoppers who love its "stylish and elegant" design.

$326 at Amazon

My Home My Living Acacia Wood 3-Piece Bistro Set. Image via Amazon.

Short on space but still want to add some seating to our outdoor areas? This wooden bistro set fits the bill.

Promising review: Customers call this table and chairs the "perfect little set," adding that they have been "very impressed" with the quality for the price.

$201 at Amazon

Outsunny 3pcs Zero Gravity Lounger Chair Set. Image via Amazon.

Kick back and relax with these zero gravity chair set, which includes two zero gravity loungers and a matching table.

Promising review: Backed by a 4.5-star rating, shoppers say that these gravity chairs "operate very smoothly" and is a "great set for the price."

$170 at Amazon

OKSTENCK Rocking Chairs Table Set. Image via Amazon.

The chairs in this patio set have a rocking design that lets you fully relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Promising review: This set has been called "very comfortable" by reviewers, with cushions that are "nice and thick."

$230 at Amazon

Giantex Patio Dining Set Round Glass Table with 2 Patio Folding Chairs. Image via Amazon.

Enjoy a comfortable, relaxing area with this set of folding chairs and a round tempered glass table.

Promising review: According to Amazon reviewers, this set has the "most comfortable folding chairs" that offers the perfect dining spot for two.

$190 at Amazon

Tangkula 3 PCS Patio Conversation Set. Image via Amazon.

Made from elegant eucalyptus wood, this conversation set has a sloping backrest and curved seat to fit your body perfectly.

Promising review: "Super easy to assemble and very sturdy," shared one reviewer. "Very happy with this purchase!"

$260 at Amazon

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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Originally published May 18, 2023 at 2:36 p.m.

Melbourne comedian Brett D’Souza becomes genuine estate agent to sell 3-bedroom Brunswick property

Inez Caron May 27, 2023

A comic has ditched actual estate agents and declared he will attempt to provide his property on his very own.

Brett D'Souza is chopping out real estate agents altogether as he sells his home situated at 6 Walton Street in Melbourne's inner northern suburb of Brunswick.

D'Souza is hoping to fetch $1.8million for the property and he has promised to launch 'Australasia's greatest dwelling sale' ever.

Calling on 20 many years of experience in promotion and film-earning, the 46-calendar year-aged is hoping to transform his Diy authentic estate undertaking into a Television set show for the ABC.

Melbourne comedian Brett D'Souza is attempting to sell his dwelling with no utilizing a actual estate agent, when also pitching the venture to the ABC as a tv demonstrate

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D'Souza has dedicated a web site to his task describing why he made the drastic decision to go it by yourself.

'I detest genuine estate brokers,' he reported.

'I believe they are shiny-suited charlatans. It only takes 6 weeks to get your actual estate licence and then they want two to 3 for each cent of your dwelling price tag. What?'

In the video, D'Souza states he lives in an 'amazing residence in an wonderful area' but he just can not afford to pay for it any much more after the Reserve Bank's speedy fee hikes.

'My fascination prices are about to go through the roof and when they do… eek,' he stated.

He explained his 9-12 months-outdated son goes to college in Footscray, a 25 moment generate away, and D'Souza desires him 'to be shut to his mates' and ready to wander to university.

D'Souza stated he will set the two to three per cent fee that would commonly go to a true estate agent into putting a crew alongside one another to provide his house.

'You do not shake up an marketplace by walking the very same road as them,' he explained.

'I am likely to have to be bold, progressive. I am going to have the finest dwelling sale this country has at any time witnessed.'

The campaign, which he has been arranging due to the fact December, will run throughout social media sites Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and also on Marketing campaign Brief, an marketing agency's internet site.

D'Souza is recruiting actors to accomplish skits about actual estate and other residence connected challenges, which he hopes the ABC will flip into a sequence.

'As significantly as it is about offering my residence, it truly is also about discovering my occupation or determining what I want to do when I develop up. I want to make things that is entertaining and helps make people today happy,' D'Souza explained to news.com.au.

'I really don't want to make commercials, I loathe it.'

In the very first video clip, which dropped on Saturday, he describes the house ' as an incredible home in an wonderful area'.

He says the area's points of interest include things like 'tons of bars and cafes' a pool and a Bunning's all inside of walking distance.

'There's like 47 gyms all over listed here,' he states.

'Lot's of barber stores, I you should not know why but there is.'

D'Souza states due to the fact the residence is a on a useless-close road there is no by website traffic creating it silent and even letting the highway to be blocked off for avenue functions.

The household 3-bedroom home is track down in the inner north Melbourne suburb of Brunswick

'I'm pretty, pretty fortunate to dwell in this article,' he said.

The advertising movie involves a skit exactly where two purported genuine estate brokers convey their awe and indignation that the dwelling is being sold devoid of them.

'This is a person of the tightly held and very sought immediately after pockets in all of Brunswick,' a single exclaims

'This early Victorian has been superbly reimagined.

'Fanning off a central hallway are a few terrific-sized bedrooms and a central rest room.'

She notes the property has a European laundry, parking for multiple vehicles and even a cricket pitch in the again yard.

Applying real estate app Homesta D'Souza has placed free listings in Domain and realestate.com.au, which would usually price $750 with an agent.

In the listings the marketed price is $1,800 000.

'Tucked away at the finish of a smaller lifeless conclusion road, suitable in the center of Sydney Road and Lygon Street, is a gorgeous renovated employees cottage,' the listing states.

'Stunning hardwood floorboards direct to a polished concrete residing eating location and a north facing backyard.

'Zoned and ducted, heating and cooling, central rest room, off road parking and one of the northern suburbs greatest avocado trees make this an possibility, not to be missed!'

Port Coquitlam condominium developing: Development to re-begin quickly

Inez Caron May 26, 2023

Development has stalled but will quickly be ramping up on The Met, a condo task with industrial area found at 2241-2251 McAllister Ave., Port Coquitlam.

Hammers will shortly be swinging at The Satisfied in downtown Port Coquitlam.

Quarry Rock Developments founder Matthew Webber confirmed to the Tri-Town News this week that kind work for concrete will quickly commence on The Fulfilled, followed by development of the five-storey, wooden-body setting up at 2241-2251 McAllister Ave.

The venture is distinctive as the Metropolis of Port Coquitlam retains ownership of a portion of The Achieved industrial units thanks to the reality that the growth is partially built on a metropolis parking good deal while the remainder of the home is on the site of commercial structures that were ruined by fire in 2016.

Webber said marketing of the condo units will very likely get started in the subsequent 90 times now that costs have been verified, trades are in place and an expected completion date of spring or summer time of 2025 has been identified.

Motor vehicle share for The Fulfilled people

Burnaby-dependent Kaiser Landen Realty Inc. will be liable for internet marketing the venture.

Among the the exceptional characteristics for upcoming Satisfied inhabitants will be obtain to electric motor vehicle share vehicles that can be booked making use of the Mondofi app.

The app, designed in Vancouver, will also provide protected making access (by means of online video connection) as properly as immediate communication with creating supervisors, the building's strata council and strata paperwork.

"You can use your cellular phone to entry the entrance doorway, it interacts with touch screens at the front of the buildings," said Mondofi co-founder Leigh Angman.

"What we're replacing are those 1975-era monochrome screens, punch pad and telephone dialing systems in which you can't hear what anybody is indicating."

Mondofi will also seize and preserve up to 15 seconds of online video of those accessing the building while the app can be utilized to present secure accessibility to parking and features.

Pandemic delays design

Meanwhile, some might be pondering about the progress on the 63-device condo making, which started design in June 2021.

Although a large gap has been dug for underground parking, the website has been awaiting the future stage of design.

According to Webber, Quarry Rock's developer, the undertaking has faced delays due to pandemic-related supply chain challenges and labour shortages.

"We required to deliver faster but the pandemic came up, building provide chain issues [and] who could have expected that and then price tag inflation?"

Specifics are continue to becoming worked out as to what enterprises will transfer into the virtually 20,000 sq. ft. of business place.

Even so, restaurants and cafés are very likely to be portion of the mix.

As well, a big area has also been carved out for a bowling alley, but the town has not verified that PoCo Bowl is transferring in.

Town has still to affirm who will transfer in

Even so, the development, with a plaza, and connecting to the Donald Pathway, is absolutely sure to be a attract.

"It will definitely be a position for amusement," Webber stated.

The Metropolis of Port Coquitlam has confirmed that it will personal 4 business rental models in The Fulfilled, totalling just more than 15,000 sq. ft.

On the other hand, the foreseeable future occupants have however to be verified, deputy CAO Karen Grommada wrote in an electronic mail to the Tri-Metropolis Information.

"At this time it is also early to know what is likely in there, nevertheless the significant device is currently being built to have a bowling part," Grommada said, adding, "The city has engaged with Colliers to marketplace the spaces as portion of our downtown revitalization."

Between the other complexities of the task, according to builder VC Management is the significant-h2o table and underground garage.

Webber verified that the development team accomplishing the sort do the job has to total a different career but is expected to be on web-site at The Fulfilled in the coming months.

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Disruptive Materials and Finishes for Future Home Interiors

Inez Caron May 26, 2023

Disruptive Materials and Finishes for Future Home Interiors

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