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2012 HOME AND GARDEN EXPO Jane Lockhart Interior designer, spokesperson, author and television personality Jane Lockhart is one of Canada’s best-known experts in the world of design and colour.

She will be one of the key presenters at the Fraser Valley Spring Home Show at Tradex in Abbotsford.

Lockhart has enjoyed six successful seasons as creative director and host of W Network’s top ranked Colour Confidential, which also airs on Home and Garden Television USA. She has been practising interior design in Toronto as principal designer with her firm Jane Lockhart Interior Design since 1997, and received much recognition for her expertise.

Her interior design work appears regularly in a variety of national and regional publications including Canadian Living, Style at Home, Reno & Décor, Victoria’s Homes & Living, Home Décor & Renovations as well as American publi-

cations such as Consumer Reports and This Old House.

In Abbotsford she will take the audience on a virtual tour of many of her firm’s stunning design projects, including some of her favorite before and after home renovations featured

on Colour Confidential.

Lockhart will share her expert tips and advice for adding colour and design elements to create instant style for high impact looks.

Over the span of her career, Lockhart has appeared live on a number of variety and daily TV

and radio shows including CityTV’s Breakfast Television, CBC’s Steven & Chris Show, Vancouver’s Urban Rush, CTS’s Always Good News and CHCH Morning Live.

At the end of 2010, her company Jane Lockhart Interior Design won the prestigious Building Industry and Land Development Association’s award for Best Model Home of 2010, for their design and décor of newest Kylemore Communities development at Angus Glen in Markham, Ont. The National Kitchen and Bath Association in Canada awarded Lockhart first place for the 2010 Best Large Kitchen Design and the Pinnacle Award for the Best Overall Design of the Year. In addition she placed third overall for her kitchen design in the National Kitchen and Bath Association Design Competition in the United States.

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Bridget Savereux Bridget Savereux, Home and Garden Television host and award-winning designer, will show the Abbotsford audience the basic steps to creating a dream bathroom.

Whether the sky is the limit or you’re on a budget, Savereux will discuss all the finishing options, fixtures and most importantly, the most efficient way to to make it all happen.

She currently co-owns Balance Living Design with her design partner and mother Maureen Powers.

Savereux has been designing commercial and residential interiors for eight years. Her mother has been a professional interior designer for more than 25 years. She loves clean, contemporary interiors and her mothers’ passion lies in creating a home that is in sync with nature and the exterior surroundings of the home. No matter how confusing and tense the design process can get

between them, they always create an end product that is eclectic, unique, functional and most importantly, makes the client happy.

They enjoy the challenge of taking on an empty space and giving it the authentic feeling of a “home,” in sometimes

less than 72 hours. They just trust their initial instincts and grab the most beautiful accessories they can get their hands on... whoever knew fabulous pillows could make or break a great stage!

In 2002, after years of helping friends design their

homes and businesses and under the guidance and persistence of her mother, Savereux gave the design world a shot, and over a span of three years took on a few residential and small commercial projects on her own. At the same time, she also educated herself parttime at BCIT. Then in 2005, decided to make the scary commitment of starting up her own design company full time and even scarier, doing it with her mother!

In 2007, Maureen and Bridget were approached

by The Home and Garden Network to co-star in a new design lifestyle program called The Stagers.

The show is now in its second season and airing in Canada and The States!

Bridget believes the key to a successful design career is to be diligent, dream big and be flexible, but most importantly, listen to your client.

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Top tips for the best first impression It’s called “curb appeal,” that good impression people get of your home when they pull up in a car, or when walking by.

Real estate agents can be as pleased with exterior curb appeal as they are with a well-maintained house on the inside. When it comes to residential property value, this book is indeed judged by its cover.

Exterior trouble areas include peeling paint; rotting wood on window frames; buckled roof shingles; overgrown shrubs; ignored lawns; and weeds g rowing through interlock paths, steps and the driveway.

“The lawns and landscaping that frame our home are as important as

the quality inside,” says Reinie Drygala, lawncare products manager for Clear Choice, a leading name in innovative garden products.

“And the good news is: when it comes to first impressions just a few little tips and tricks can make a big difference quickly.

“If you’re frustrated about overgrown weeds, for example, the newest herbicide technology is tackling that,” Drygala continued.

“Now there are alternatives to traditional herbicides that effectively kill weeds, but also provide the homeowner with options if they are looking for ways to have less impact on the environment.

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lawn, try these quick tricks to give your home instant curb appeal: • Scrape and spotpaint problem areas.

This might be a temporary fix, but even a touch up is better than peeling paint.

• Add colour by planting some annuals in the front yard flowerbeds.

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Just use a dethatching rake to make the job much easier.

Aerate, particularly if the yard is a heavy traffic area once the warm weather arrives. When the yard gets heavy usage, it’s easy for soil to become compacted, which makes it hard for air and water to reach the lawn’s roots. So if your yard is the place to be come the warmer months, aerate in the spring to loosen the soil and make it easier for the lawn to withstand the months ahead.

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Remove debris that’s piled up. Debris has a tendency to infest a yard over the course of the winter months. Fallen branches, stones and even trash can accumulate in a yard, putting those who spend time in the yard at risk of injury once the warm weather returns. For instance, bits of twigs and pebbles that are blown across the yard during a windy winter can be embedded in the yard, making the yard less of a haven and more of a hazard. Once the grass is dry enough to walk on, walk around the property and remove any debris that’s piled up over the last few months.

Electrical is a federally and provincially regulated profession. This means that it is illegal for anyone, other than a licensed electrical contractor, to provide and charge you for electrical installations, renovations and almost all repairs.

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Restoring your property after a long winter One of the best things about the dawn of spring and the return of warmer weather is the chance to get out of the house and get some fresh air. For homeowners, this is the perfect opportunity to assess any damage the previous months did to yards and develop a plan restore properties.

The first warm day of spring might seem like a great time to get out in the yard and get your hands dirty. But it’s best to wait until the grass has completely dried out before getting to work. Raking on wet grass increases the risk of tearing out grass, which can cause bald spots and the growth of weeds down the road. In addition, stepping on the grass while the ground is still wet can compact the soil, which can slow drainage and block the lawn’s roots from breathing.

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Abbotsford News Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Natural Light Patio Covers bring the sun and shade together...

Natural Light Patio Covers bring the sun and shade together by blocking the sun’s harmful rays and protecting your family from the elements. All while allowing your family to enjoy your home’s outdoor space without sacrificing the illuminating effects of natural sunlight.

With a wide variety of applications and sheeting options Natural Light Patio Covers can be fully customized to suit a broad variety of exterior applications, such as patio or deck covers, pool or hot tub enclosures, carports, sunrooms or hobby greenhouses.

Even the rooms adjacent to your Deglas® Natural Light Patio are brighter and more enjoyable. The sheeting creates a soft, even sunlit glow, while reflecting heat and blocking UV rays.

With over 20 years of experience we offer exceptional services and a comprehensive 10 year warranty to back up all our Deglas® products and installation.

Phone: 604-857-1702 Toll-Free: 1-877-707-7427 Email: stevel.nlpc@gmail.com www.naturallightpatiocovers.com