April 19, 2013

The arrival of spring means one thing in Greater Victoria: the launch of home and garden renovation season.

Luckily, the 2013 Victoria Home Expo is here to help.

With three huge arenas packed with informative booths, speakers and more, inspiration will be around every corner.

Coming to the West Shore Recreation Centre Friday, April 19 to Sunday, April 21, the Spring Home Expo features more than 500 of B.C.’s leading home improvement experts, on hand with all the information you’ll need to have your home and garden looking and performing their best.

A must-do on Victoria’s home improvement event calendar and the biggest home show on Vancouver Island, “our mission is to have the most complete selection of home products and services at one location on Vancouver Island for three days in 2013,” says Evergreen Exhibitions President Doug Hope.

With more than 300 exhibits, “mega booths,” and the Design Theatre, find the latest products and ideas in home renovation and design, not to mention informative, entertaining speakers to help you put it all together.

Headlining the speaker line-up (see page 4, “Theatre Schedule”) will be Amy McGeachy, from CHEK TV’s new local show Design District, who will offer her thoughts and insights on two topics, Design Trends and, perfect for home-selling season, Designing For Resale.

McGeachy is host of CHEK TV’s Design District, a local design program that also features designer Danisha Drury, and real estate professionals Jason Binab and John Byrne. With a design philosophy that recognizes that both form and function are essential to every design project, McGeachy believes an interior must not only look beautiful but also work beautifully, so comfort and practicality are as essential as aesthetics.

Just in time for spring, Leanne Johnson, COO of GardenWorks, will also be discussing Balcony Bliss! – Putting Together Your Perfect Patio.

With 20 Home Expos planned in the lower Mainland and Vancouver Island in 2013, Evergreen Exhibitions is B.C.’s largest and most established consumer show producer. For more information, visit www.homeshowtime.com or call 1-800-471-1112. HE

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For Nelson Homes, building a pre-fabricated home works in the best interests of the environment as much as it does the customer.

Nelson Homes’ building philosophy begins with the simple concept of using a renewable resource: wood. Waste-prevention measures are in place at the company’s factory, where employees work in a toxic- and substance-free environment.

Throughout the building process, all culled materials are sorted and reintroduced into the production cycle when feasible, and because of Nelson Homes’ pre-manufactured components, your jobsite will stay clean and efficient. There is minimal site waste to clean up, which results in less material going to landfills.

The company’s designers are skilled at incorporating green concepts into the design of homes. You can go green in countless places around your home, including your walls, insulation, window treatments, sidings and foundations. You can even consider alternative ways to power your home, via solar panels and other applications.

The Nelson Homes panelized walls offer a complete framing system, built with top-grade Canadian kiln-dried lumber. The panels come in pre-built sections, and have framed-in window and door openings, and sheathing applied. This ensures quick framing time, lower labour cost and less material waste.

Other advantages in this pre-fab process include:

• Components that are factory-built using state-of-the-art technology to ensure accuracy

• Components that are numbered and cross-referenced for quick assembly at your site

• Delivery to your building site within weeks of ordering

• The ability to be your own builder• The ability to build green

Roof trusses, wall panels and stairs are manufactured in factories, keeping the lumber from the elements of nature. This means straighter components due to less warping,

twisting and swelling. With straighter walls you’ll have fewer problems with nail pops, ceiling cracks or corner cracks. Your windows, and doors will fit properly, requiring fewer repairs and adjustments later on.

In addition, less labour is required to erect the structure; independent research studies show a reduction of as much as 60 per cent of framing time. Your home will be to lock-up stage quickly, reducing the chance of weather delays and theft.

Manufacturing adheres to strict building codes, components are thoroughly inspected at every stage. Specialized computer equipment ensures precision-built components.

What is Included:• Floor System – joists or trusses, beam,

teleposts and fir plywood sub-floor

• Roof System – trusses, gables, ladders, OSB sheathing, hardware, roof vents, soffit, fascia and shingles

• Wall Panels are built in sections for both exterior and interior. Ready for wiring, walls come complete with framed window and door openings, and OSB sheathing applied. House wrap (an air barrier) is also included in the package.

• Vinyl windows • Exterior doors• Vinyl siding and trim kit• Insulation – fibreglass wall insulation, and

polythelene vapour barrier.• Drywall – aqua board, tape, corner bead,

joint cement• Interior finish includes stairs, doors and

jambs, locksets, casing, shelving, and hardware. Interior wood turned railings may be included.

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Four Seasons Sunrooms is an international company that has been serving Victoria for more than 16 years. Designed for year-round living, their solarium, patio enclosure and sun room designs can be customized to fit your lifestyle and will enhance the beauty and value of your home.

Traditional and contemporary sunrooms and conservatories add light, elegance and a spacious look that will blend perfectly with any style of home.

With fully ticketed Red Seal carpenters and apprentices, Four Seasons Sunrooms has been building thermally broken aluminum, Northern pine and clear Western cedar conservatories, sunrooms and patio covers. The business is also a winner of the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for marketplace ethics and integrity.

See-it-before-it’s-built CAD design should certainly put homeowners’ minds at ease when building their dream.

Your idea, plus Four Seasons Sunrooms’ 40-plus years of experience building in North America will guarantee a successful project.

Members of the National Sunroom Association, honoured with Good

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SPOTLIGHT: FLOFORM COUNTERTOPS

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SPOTLIGHT: KETTLE CREEK

Find your new home at Kettle Creek Station

Like the icing on a perfectly baked cake, the right countertops are the finishing touch to your ideal kitchen.

But in addition to looking great, those countertops must also be functional, providing a durable, easy-to-clean work surface.

The two elements come together beautifully with FLOFORM Countertops.

Serving Victoria customers for three years, the Winnipeg-based FLOFORM has been providing countertop fabrication and installation of granite, quartz and solid surface for more than 50 years.

In fact, FLOFORM was named one of the country’s 50 Best

Managed companies in the Financial Post last year, the first countertop fabricator to earn the honour.

The leading manufacturer of quality countertops in Western Canada and the Northwestern United States, with 11 showrooms and three fabrication facilities, FLOFORM marries this tradition of quality production and customer service with state-of-the-art technology in the fabrication process. From their showroom to your home, FLOFLORM’s experienced craftspeople and installation professionals will ensure your countertop is a feature

you’ll be proud of for years to come.

All countertops are digitally templated for complete accuracy,

and the details are then sent to the fabrication plant, where countertops are crafted to your specifications.

While homeowners are encouraged to visit the FLOFORM website to explore some of the many possibilities available, not to mention informative features like the Frequently Asked Questions and “Ask an Expert,” stop by their booth at the Spring Home Expo this weekend, or visit to Vancouver Island’s largest showroom on Summit Avenue. HE

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Saturday, April 20Time | Speaker | Seminar 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Amy McGeachy Design Trends 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM Leanne Johnson Balcony Bliss! - Putting Together

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Nestled between Langford Lake and Goldstream Provincial Park is a nature lover’s dream.

With an emphasis on healthy living and connecting with the beauty of your surroundings, Kettle Creek Station offers something for everyone. The endless adventure opportunities of the local mountains, lakes and parks are in your backyard, and the

urban core of the Westshore is just minutes away. You will know, as soon as you open your front door, you will...

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at your front door for you to explore and enjoy. You are free to hike, golf, fish and kayak your way to peace, tranquility and serenity. Simple, quality living in contemporary, all-natural, custom-built homes.

Nature merged with an urban lifestyle, whether you are seeking a live performance or concert, an evening at the casino or just a few hours among the company of friends over a culinary delight…it’s your space…it’s your lifestyle…it’s your time…and the time is now.

With fresh architecture and exterior detailing, the homes at Kettle Creek Station have a charming, timeless appearance that makes them instantly attractive. The iconic details include an array of nature-inspired exterior

colour options, stained cedar accent shingles and board and batten highlights.

Featuring clean lines and simple aesthetic, open spaces, contemporary finishes, and elegant details are our standard for timeless quality and a calming presence. A home should be a reflection of your personality and your lifestyle.

Peace of mind is priceless, but it comes standard with a new home at Kettle Creek Station. Trust in our ability to provide superior craftsmanship for the home you love — a trust that is built through a quality product, a solid warranty, and superior customer service and integrity in all of our dealings. The highest standard of service, guaranteed. HE

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When people are asked why they consistently refer Fenwick Bath to family, friends and customers wanting to update their bathrooms, the response is often remarkably similar: “You listen to what we want, you understand what we need and have the knowledge and experience to help us achieve it.”

Fenwick Bath has been the trusted bathroom remodelling professionals in Victoria for more than 40 years, giving them the experience to handle any bathroom project with ease, whether clients are looking for liners for existing tubs, tub-to-shower conversions or walk-in safety baths, says owner Terry Fenwick.

“We are able to help our customers visualize their ideas and guide them in the selection of products that are right for their needs and space – we listen and we make the entire process easy and comfortable.”

Noted one happy customer, “Special thanks for making our shower remodel as easy and economical as possible. We really appreciate your professionalism and dedication.”

Said another, who was referred to Fenwick Bath from a local plumbing retailer, “you can be assured that your name will be mentioned if I hear of anyone needing your services.”

These are the referrals that tell Terry that he and his dedicated staff are doing a lot right in their commitment to quality service, backing quality products.

The installers are well-trained in the art of attention to detail and it shows. In recognition of their customer-centred philosophy, the company has been a Better Business Bureau of Vancouver Island finalist for their Torch Awards every year since 2003.

“We get referrals from plumbers, contractors, wholesalers and many, many clients, and I think that speaks volumes about what we do.” HE

Could you do with a good night’s sleep with a mattress that may well improve your overall well-being at the same time?

A visit to the M&N Mattress Shops display at this weekend’s Victoria Home Expo may well reveal the perfect solution.

The Parksville-based company will be featuring the Ironman My Recovery Mattress, which uses Celliant, and Cellitex a premium latex advanced technology that increases the level of oxygen in the body, speeds recovery time, and improves sleep quality. Clinical university studies have shown Celliant to reduce pain, increase oxygen levels, and help balance body temperature, which in turn can encourage faster healing, increased performance, better-quality sleep, and improved overall wellness, explains M&N Mattress Shop owner Mark Nagra.

In addition, because the latex is a naturally occurring

material, it’s also naturally anti-microbial and dust mite, mold and mildew-resistent.

The open-cell technology also means the mattress doesn’t trap body heat, and experiences virtually zero concerns with body impressions and sagging – quality that’s backed by a 20-year warranty, ensuring a comfortable night’s sleep. While the company typically offers a 200-night comfort guarantee, as a home show special, they’ve extended that for a full year, so certain are they that once you give the Recovery Mattress a try, you’ll love it. In addition, just for the Home Show, they’ll also offer free delivery from Victoria through Campbell River.

The Canadian distributor for this unique product, the Island company carries a full line of Recovery Mattresses, including the popular Original 3.0.

For more information, visit M&N Mattress Shop at this weekend’s Spring Home Expo, or visit online at www.parksvillemattress.com HE

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uses only the best materials and hardware. With many finishes to choose from, not to mention a variety of sought-after products, your ideal space awaits.

Other homeowners who enjoy the “bones” of a great kitchen may choose to reface their existing cabinets, which can achieve a cost-effective, fresh, modern look without the extra waste going to the landfill – a good choice for the budget- and environmentally-conscious family.

Or perhaps your kitchen just needs a “tune-up” – hinges adjusted or replaced, new handles, drawers sticking or a few added roll-out drawers. The Kitchen Technician will do the smallest to the largest of repairs.

This positive approach, attention to detail and dedicated service is reinforced by a manufacturing process that allows The Kitchen

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Let the Kitchen Technician work with you to develop your dream design, and turn that dream into the reality of a beautiful kitchen. HE

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SPOTLIGHT: KITCHEN TECHNICIAN

Going green with The Kitchen Technician...Repair, Reface, ReplaceWith a guiding principle of listening to clients’ needs, the Kitchen Technician delivers sound solutions with prompt, reliable service backed by quality products and workmanship.

A locally owned Vancouver Island business, the Kitchen Technician has built a solid reputation for quality, efficiency and dependability, demonstrated by its many happy repeat customers and referrals.

“Whether you’re looking for a makeover of your existing kitchen, a custom-built kitchen, bathroom renovation or even an outdoor kitchen or bar, The Kitchen Technician can bring your dream to life. Bring us your dream plans and we will build it…with quality and on time!”

With quality, custom-built cabinetry for every home, room or office, in designs ranging from modern to traditional, The Kitchen Technician

SPOTLIGHT: PACIFIC ROLLSHUTTERS & AWNINGS

Easy solutions to controlling summer sunWith summer’s sunny days and warm temperatures on the way, homeowners can beat the heat with the oldest – and greenest – way to keep cool: awnings.

Blocking the sun before it reaches your home is still best way to control heat, but today this age-old design has adopted a

modern flavour with strong acrylic material in a variety of fabrics, resistant to fading and mildew.

Even better, today’s designs mean awnings can be small enough to cover nearly any window or large enough to cover the biggest deck or patio. Fully retractable, awnings simply roll out when needed, giving you complete control: sun when you want it and shade when you need it!

Awnings also offer flexibility to enjoy unimpeded views and airflow. And with thoughts turning more and more to energy conservation, why use air conditioners when awnings can cool inside temperatures by as much as 15°F?

In addition to adding value to your home through enhanced livability, adding an awning over a patio can also add hundreds of square feet of usable living space at the push of a button. They can also help make that hot tub or barbecue usable even in the rain!

Rollshutters enhance home’s security

If crime is a concern in your neighbourhood, vulnerable businesses, homes or cottages can be made safer with the addition of rollshutters.

Not a new idea – rollshutters have been used in many parts of Europe for more than 40 years – recently they have started to catch on in North America for their strength, versatility and good looks.

Raised and lowered either manually with a crank handle or with a convenient motor and switch, rollshutters are placed on the outside of windows, doors, counters, alcoves – just about any place you want to secure and protect.

But beyond security, rollshutters also insulate against cold in the winter and heat in the summer, and provide privacy and blackout, making them much more versatile than blinds.

For more information, stop by Pacific Rollshutters & Awnings at the Victoria Home Expo, or at #2–2745 Bridge St. Phone 250-361-4714 or visit online at www.pacificrollshutters.com HE

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SPOTLIGHT: SUN SHADE FILM SYSTEMS

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Is your home too hot once the sunny summer weather arrives? Perhaps you’d like a little more privacy without adding large trees or fences.

Sun Shade Film Systems can help.

“In many cases, people are looking to increase

protection from harmful UV rays that can cause fading of furniture and floors, or to alleviate overheating issues at some times of the year,” explains Sun Shade owner Ken Greenwood. “We can quickly improve the performance of your windows.”

Founded in 1997, Sun Shade Film Systems is a local, family-owned window film business that serves all facets of glazing film applications for commercial, residential and marine use. Their wide range of products includes those designed for solar and view control as well as safety and security.

Typically window films are composed of a polyester substrate with a scratch-resistant coating applied on one side; a mounting adhesive layer and a protective release liner is applied to the other side and when the release liner is removed, the side of the film with the

adhesive is applied to the interior surface of the glass.

Throughout Sun Shade’s growth, the Sooke company has remained committed to its core values of providing the highest quality products and service with integrity and honesty.

“Because we’ve been in business for 16 years, we know that everyone is different in their needs and what will work for their families and their homes,” Greenwood says, pointing out that some want a very subtle amount of privacy, for example, while others are looking for something more.

“Once I start talking to clients about their options, they really start to think about factors such as how much sun is coming into their windows and considering how hot is too hot for them,” Greenwood says.

Homeowners can also rest assured in the lifetime warranty of the Sun Shade products, knowing their windows will look great and work beautifully for years to come.

Learn more by chatting with Sun Shade’s knowledgeable experts at the Victoria Home Expo this weekend or visit online at www.sunshadewindowfilms.com HE

SPOTLIGHT: HANDYMAN CONNECTION

Find your handyman at Handyman ConnectionAs many homeowners know, whether it’s a small project like hanging a door or installing crown molding or something a little more substantial, like building decks and bathroom remodels, sometimes you just need a helping hand around the house.

And that’s where the Handyman Connection can help.

Alex and Christina Campbell’s family-run business links homeowners with certified tradespeople, each with more than 10 years of experience.

While Alex’s father opened the family’s first Handyman Connection, Alex quickly learned he had a knack for the work and enjoyed it.

“What I love about the business is the opportunity to work with so many independent contractors – the guys we work with are great and they take a lot of pride in their work.”

The Campbells have built their Calgary location to one of the top in North America, along with a second location in Red Deer that’s also earned accolades. They are thrilled to bring that experience and their trademark commitment to customer service to Victoria as brand-new owners of the local Handyman Connection, and look forward to the move west and getting to know their local clients, Alex says.

For homeowners, Handyman Connection offers

peace of mind. “We are the one-stop shop for a small and medium-size projects,” Alex says, noting the company’s fair price model charges by the project, not the hour, so there are no surprises. In addition, Handyman Connection ensures full insurance and Worksafe BC coverage is in place, no work proceeds without the homeowner’s OK, and no payment is required until the job is finished and the client is satisfied.

“We want to make sure we are doing the right thing by our clients and our craftsmen,” Alex says.

Learn more about Victoria’s Handyman Connection at the Victoria Home Expo, or visit online at victoria.handymanconnection.com HE

Your roof is arguably the most vital component of your home, the first line of defense against the elements.

For most homeowners, the opportunity to extend the life of their roof and keep it working the way it should for years to come just makes sense.

The Great Canadian Roof Doctor discovered Dr. Shields Roof Armor three years ago.

Impressed with the results it has achieved in its 25 years in the U.S., The Great Canadian Roof Doctor thought it was necessary to bring the product to the Canadian market, where it’s currently available through The Great Canadian

Roof Doctor, and for retail sale through select Cloverdale Paint locations.

Dr. Shields Canadian Roof Armor is a clear, 100-per-cent acrylic elastomeric roof protectant designed to stop granular loss on asphalt, fiberglass shingles and low slope torch-on roofing; it’s also useful for protecting cedar shake and tile roofs.

By effectively penetrating porous surfaces, Dr. Shields Canadian Roof Armor eliminates harmful water intrusion into and onto the substrate and protects against sun, rain, wind, fire, ice, snow, salt, hail, moss and algae, which all contribute to

granular loss. Granular loss is the leading cause of shingle deterioration, which translates into early re-roofing.

Particularly useful here on the West Coast, the acrylic contains copper, which is slowly released as the acrylic breaks down over five years. This keeps roofs moss-free for three to seven years, guaranteed.

The surface must be cleaned before applying. The product is easy to apply with brush, roller, or spray. The result is a great-looking roof that will protect you and your home. You can do it yourself, or call The Great Canadian Roof Doctor. HE

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