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“Our customers are looking for faster speeds on a reliable Wi-Fi network with coverage in every corner of their homes,” said John Quail, Westman’s Chief Marketing Officer. At Westman, the quality of experience goes all the way to our customers’ finger tips; making whatever device they are using work seamlessly no matter what they are using it for.”

This new ser vice gives Westman customers a strong and reliable Wi-Fi signal by using the latest technology to locate the ideal placement of the modem. Along with this, Westman will also ensure maximum coverage in all the places each member of the household uses their personal devices.

Self-healing technology (Cloudcheck Optimization) is constantly working in the background to maximize the network for the best Wi-Fi ser vice and provides additional diagnostic insight to Westman’s suppor t team. An example of how this works: A 2.4 GHz band provides coverage at a longer range but transmits data at slower speeds. The 5 GHz band provides less coverage but transmits data at faster speeds. If a customer is in their backyard, fur ther away from the Wi-Fi modem, Cloudcheck Optimization might automatically move them to the 2.4 GHz band to ensure there is still a Wi-Fi connection. These features are all happening in the background (no need to lift a finger!), making the

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experience better and the connection more reliable.

The customer can take total control of their Wi-Fi with the MyHitron app, which is available in the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. The MyHitron app gives the customer the power to control and manage their Enhanced Wi-Fi Services. A few great features of the app include parental controls, the ability to create guest networks, perform speed tests and easily change and set Wi-Fi passwords.

“It’s impor tant to us that we deliver this experience in the most efficient, customer-friendly and cost-effective manner,” shared Quail. “We are pleased that our customers already see value in the new features offered with our Enhanced Wi-Fi service.”

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In Every Issue

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Wine Advice: Wine Apps

Feature Home

Lifestyle

4 . . . . . . . . Letter from Editor 5 . . . . . . . . Feature Home 34 . . . . . . . Spot the Differences!

12 . . . . . . . Fixed rate, variable rate or both 32 . . . . . . . Wine Advice: There’s a wine app for that.

Design & Decorative

Home Improvements

26 . . . . . . . My IDIAH 30 . . . . . . . Installing a Hot Tub? 35 . . . . . . . With Much Gratitude

10 . . . . . . . Renos: Big or Small 24 . . . . . . . Moving a Building?

28 . . . . . . . Exterior Insulation and Finish System

Brandon Home & Leisure Show Guide 14 - 23 . . .Exhibitors Map

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Disclaimer Reasonable care is taken to ensure that Design Your Home Magazine ar ticles and other information on the web site are up-to-date and accurate as possible, as of the time of publication, but no responsibility can be taken by Design Your Home magazine for any errors or omissions contained herein. Fur thermore, responsibility for any losses, damages or distress resulting from adherence to any information made available through Design Your Home magazine or website is not the responsibility of Design Your Home magazine. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Design Your Home magazine.

All interior and exterior home improvements/repairs should be consulted by a professional, prior to the star t of the project.

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Letter from the Editor

Travel Bug!

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he travel bug bit me many years ago. From a young age I was always curious about different places and cultures and after my first few trips as a young adult, I was hooked!

I’m a big believer in discovering local first. Have you ever gone online and searched your own community and ones around you? Have you ventured to those locations, museums, trails, parks? If you haven’t, I highly suggest you do that this summer. Go online or to your local tourist office and discover places you haven’t ventured to yet in our own community. Last year we hiked the trails in Spruce Woods Provincial Park for the first time. I can’t wait to take family out there this summer when they come to visit!

We have ventured to other countries and even other continents for travel, but my family has always loved travelling within Canada. This summer we hope to plan an adventure to the east coast. This is one area of Canada we have yet to discover and are truly looking forward to it. There is nothing like planning a new adventure to a place you have never been to. I start by searching the area online like local towns, cities and tourist attractions. Then I talk to family and friends who have lived or travelled there before. When you arrive at your destination, always plan extra time for the unexpected! Talk to locals and other tourists and find out about placed you don’t read about online. Years ago, we planned a trip across the West Coast and as much as I loved visiting the places we planned, it was the places we never realised we would discover that was more exciting!

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The waterfall we came to on a trail in the forest. The whale watching tour we decided to join last minute.

We have so many adventures to discover right in our own backyards! Go to these websites to find some.

• Travelmanitoba.com • Brandontourism.com • Riverbank.mb.ca • Sourismanitoba.com • Riversdaly.ca • Westwoodgardencentre.com • TownofCarberry.ca • Neepawa.ca • Discoverminnedosa.com • Discoverclearlake.com • Dauphin.ca • Russellbinscar th.com • Parklandtourism.com • Killarney.ca • Boissevain.ca Jaime-Lynn Dyck Design Your Home

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By Wanda Kurchaba

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n designing an existing home or building a new one, we all have a look or feel that we hope to achieve with the ultimate goal of creating a space that is personalized.

The design style for some it might be country charm, others might choose traditional or shabby-chic, while others may gravitate to a modern, hipster style.

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As we wandered through this issues feature home located in the Parkland region, we quickly discovered that the homeowners valued a minimalist, simplistic style in choosing the building’s design and the decor of their home.

Located two miles west of Russell, MB on a four-acre lot, the 2100 square foot bungalow provides the homeowners with spacious, easy living space that is enhanced by the delightful view of their country acreage.

Sue Swarbrick owner of Budget Blinds had the pleasure of putting the finishing touches on the home with the installation of roller shades using smar t home technology.

“What really stands out for me in this home, something that is quite unique is the oversized windows with black

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window frames. They give the home a very crisp, modern look. With the size of the windows it was impor tant, as it always is, to consider form and function, as well as complement the existing aesthetics,” said Sue. The couples inspiration for the design of their home came from visiting various show homes, specifically those built by Ar tista Homes and Maric Homes based out of Winnipeg.

Their home, however, was built by local contractor Lester Goossen. His construction business, Countryview Homes, is located in Roblin, MB. As a family friend and neighbour of the homeowners, they were pleased with the professional

Lester Goossen 204-937-4000 Box 11, Shortdale MB, R0L 1W0

workmanship and had an enjoyable experience during the entire process of building their new home.

This modern abode features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a triple-car attached garage, and a gas fireplace.

The homeowners chose to create a cozy atmosphere with in floor heating, supplemented by a gas furnace.

The space they’ve come to adore the most is their main, open concept living area that includes the kitchen, dining room and living room. The neutral palette of white and grey with black highlights showcase the minimalist style while the rustic, engineered hardwood floor provides a lovely contrast.

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John Zimmer, RSE Cell: 204-207-0106

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The practical design of the kitchen would be an absolute delight for all food enthusiasts who love to create and enter tain. The sleek, clean lines of the Thermofoil cabinets (Euro Style; Arctic White) and quar tz counter tops (CambriaÂŽ; Colour : Brittanica) were made possible with the help of Pleasant Valley Cabinetry, based out of Swan River, MB. With a sizeable island that allows for comfor table seating and ample storage space, the homeowners will be able to enjoy an elegant, yet practical, maintenance-free kitchen for years to come.

In addition to Countryview Homes, Pleasant Valley Cabinetry and Budget Blinds, the homeowners were grateful to have had the oppor tunity to work with Zimmer Electric. Also based out of Roblin, Steve and John Zimmer

are Red Seal Journeyman Electricians who specialize in home wiring, as well as farm and commercial wiring. They used LED wafer lights for the main lighting throughout the house and created a smar t home effect making use of technology to control lighting, as well as the family’s home enter tainment system.

While the couple carefully considered their own comfor t when designing their home, they were also mindful of their English Bulldog Jersey. The beautifully crafted dog shower that they incorporated into the house plans is sure to make all fur ball owners just a smidge jealous!

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Big or Small

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t’s finally time to tackle that home improvement project you’ve always wanted to do.

Or, you might have waited so long, now you need to do the project.

Which leads to your first question “Where do I star t?”

Well, the truth is… some jobs are simply too big, too complicated, or require too much time to handle on your own. Whether it’s remodeling a kitchen, installing gutters, or electrical rewiring for – you’ll likely need an exper t.

First you need to figure out your needs and your wants.

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These are two totally different requirements for a renovation and need to be considered. Sitting down with a professional can help make this process go a lot easier.

They can offer insights into what on your lists are possible within your budget and may even be able to expand on the oppor tunities. Never underestimate the value of working with a great professional!

Some top renovations to consider: Kitchen Kitchen renovations are very popular. You need to consider if you are looking for a kitchen facelift or complete reno.

A kitchen renovation can be from updating fixtures, appliances, counter tops or flooring to a full gut job and moving walls. This is when it’s best to have a contractor who can go over the whole process with you from timeline and costs, to structural requirements if they are necessary.

Bathrooms Though bathrooms are small, renovating them can be big.

Always make sure you have a second bathroom available when renovating so you are not totally inconvenienced.

Many bathroom renos are done to update your fixtures, plumbing and décor but keep a close eye out for water damage. Finding water damage may put a damper on your bathroom reno, but repairing any leaks or damage now will prevent more headaches in the future and will leave you with peace of mind. Adding additional bathrooms to your home is also very common and a great return on your investment.

Built-ins Becoming more popular over the years, built-ins are a great storage option for your home. Look for a professional who can show you previous jobs they have done. This will show you the type of materials they have worked with, projects they completed and give you a few ideas as well.

Built-ins in your living areas are great for storing items you don’t want out all the time. Open shelving units are perfect for displaying some of your favourite keepsakes, pictures or books.

When considering a renovation, make sure you enjoy it! Don’t wait until you are ready to move to complete the upgrades or much needed renovation to your home!

- DYH

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FIXED RATE, VARIABLE RATE OR BOTH. How to choose the right type of mortgage rate for you.

Submitted by angela Hainsworth-Brosseau

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hether you are purchasing, renewing or refinancing your mor tgage, one of the biggest decisions you face as a homeowner is choosing between a fixed or a variable mor tgage.

to go with a stable, less flexible fixed rate mor tgage

A few years ago, it was clear that going with a variable

The case for fixed rate

rate mor tgage could result in savings. Now, discounts on fixed rate mor tgages and the narrowing spread between shor t term and long term interest rates have made the choice less obvious. Choosing between a fixed or variable rate mor tgage is no longer a simple decision, which is why many people are looking for advice to help them decide which type of mor tgage will work best, based on their personal circumstances. You can choose

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or you may feel more comfor table with the risks and potential rewards of a variable rate mor tgage. For the “best of both worlds”, you might decide on a mor tgage that combines both. It really depends on your tolerance for risk, as well as your current goals and the life stage you are in. Here is some information about each option to help you make the right choice.

Fixed rate mortgages are chosen most frequently because of the high level of stability they provide. A fixed rate mortgage offers the security of locking in your interest rate for the term of your mortgage. The most popular term is five years. This means you’ll know exactly how much principal and interest you will be paying on each regular mortgage payment throughout the term you select. The main advantage of selecting a mortgage with a fixed

interest rate is that you can depend on an interest rate that stays the same during the entire term of the mortgage.

The case for variable rate Many Canadians shy away from the option of a variable rate mor tgage because of the potential risk of rate increases. While there is always a risk of interest rate fluctuations, this concern may be less of a factor than you may think. Many Canadian economic exper ts believe that a mor tgage rate that varies with fluctuations in the bank prime rate will offer the greatest advantage when it comes to long-term savings on interest costs. With a variable rate mor tgage, regular mor tgage payments are set for the term, even though interest rates may fluctuate during that time. When rates go down, an increased amount of your payment goes towards paying the principal. When rates go up, you’ll see an increase in the por tion of the payment that pays the interest. With less going into the principal,

than trying to guess where rates are headed, it’s best to

the amor tization period is extended. Some banks variable

consider your own situation - the life stage you are in,

rate mor tgages offer a conver tible option. A conver tible

your current goals, your objectives and tolerance to risk

mor tgage can be conver ted to another term at any time.

all come into play.

This feature provides you with security and flexibility, as it enables you to conver t to a longer closed term should your variable rate mor tgage no longer meet your needs.

The case for both: fixed and variable rates in one mortgage Not sure about putting all your eggs in one basket? If you have sufficient equity in your home, many banks offer mor tgages that can “contain” both fixed and variable segments. You can split your mor tgage between fixed and variable rates with different terms and maturities in order to benefit from potential interest savings and the security of a predictable rate. Whether rates remain stable or fluctuate, this strategy reduces the risk of making a bad decision and could save you thousands of dollars in interest costs.

Which option should you take?

Advice is impor tant! I can help you decide which option best fits your situation and risk tolerance. The reality is, no one can be cer tain what the future holds. Rather

Your new home doesn’t come with mortgage advice.

I do.

Angela Hainsworth-Brosseau, Mortgage Specialist angela.hainsworth@rbc.com @ RBCAngelaHainsworth-Brosseau RBCAngelahb

204-721-0093 340 Park Ave East Brandon MB R7A7A7 Phone.204.573.9775 tm Office.204.573.9600

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Utilizing 100,000 square feet of space, show organizer and manager Dave Melcosky said the event draws in and around 10,000 people from all over southwestern Manitoba to Brandon.

Ray Poole, the owner of Ray’s Fireplaces, has been an exhibitor for close to 20 years and has increased his footprint at the BH&L Show over the years. Ray values the timing of the three-day event to reconnect with his existing clients and to meet new ones.

“It’s a great time to see people that you don’t get to see very often and for our customers to connect with all of the rest of our staff. Plus, it really good adver tising for small, local businesses,” said Ray. The show features everything from garden tillers to window blinds, kitchen housewares to ATVs, and barbecues to exterior siding. As such, the diversity of the exhibitors provides the thousands of guests that make their way through the doors with the oppor tunity to explore new products and services that they are considering purchasing for their home or cottage.

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Enns Brothers, also a local business, is proud to be par t of the BH&L Show. The company has been par ticipating for close to 25 years and with 3000 square feet of exhibitor space, they know the value of bringing in so many exhibitors to showcase their products and services.

“It’s the place to go to see all the exhibitors and businesses under one roof. We have something for everyone from the homeowner to commercial operators, so it allows us

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At this year’s Brandon Home & Leisure Show, the Budget Blinds Presenter’s Stage provides guests with an additional oppor tunity to get up close and personal with business owners as they present their products and services directly to a captive audience in a theatre-type setting.

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“The show itself creates brand awareness. We’ve done other shows, but the BH&L Show draws the clientele that we’re looking for. People know why they are coming and because there is such a broad range of exhibitors with a little bit of everything, it draws a lot of different people to the show,” said Corey.

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“The show is a success every year and I always see improvements. It’s a lot of work, but Dave and his team do a good job putting it together and I think it shows with so many people from Westman coming out to suppor t it.

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Keith is proud of the fact that Elite is a “small business,” which gives him the oppor tunity to be very hands on.

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Elite Sunrooms has worked with the same Canadian manufacturer, Sunspace Sunrooms, for the entire 20 years.

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Show Guide 2019 Exhibitors List For more show information, visit the Brandon Home Show online at www.brandonhomeshow.ca • 3% Realty Solution

• Emergency1 Property Rescue

• Koinonia Nursery

• bdn Lux Kitchens & Design

• Emjay Homes Ltd.

• Kurtis Enns

• Adele’s Mini Donuts

• Enns Brothers

• Lakeside Golf Club and Campground

• Aerus Electrolux

• Environmental Health Program

• Alair Homes

• Epicure 2

• Lance Wagner Plumbing and Heating Ltd.

• All Fired Up Plumbing

• FBC Hs

• Let It Mow

• Flawless Floors

• Livingstone Landscaping Ltd.

• Forsythe Technical Design and Consulting

• McMunn & Yates Building Supplies

• Gontree Tree Service Ltd.

• Municipality of Pembina

• All Points Electric Ltd. • All Seasons Furnace & Duct Cleaning • Alternative Landscaping Ltd. • Arctic Spas Manitoba • Backwoods Boiler Boys • Bailey Homes • Blinds by Anita • Brandon Riverbank Inc.

• Greenstone Structural Solutions • Harlen Innovative Product Sales • Hiddenbed Canada Direct • Horizon Glass Ltd. • Horizon Storage Sheds

• Morden Discount Centre • Murray Auto Centre • Norsk Høstfest • Norwex • Nu Trend Kitchens • Ocean Sales Ltd.

• Brooks Masonry & Acrylics Ltd.

• HS Nygard Style Direct

• Budget Blinds of Southwest MB

• HS Sutton Harrison Realty

• CAA Manitoba HS

• Infinity Kitchen and Bath

• Carrara Tile and Marble

• Innovative Cork

• CBI Health Group

• J&M Industries Ltd.

• Cedar Ridge

• Janzen’s Paint & Decorating Ltd.

• Central Manitoba Tourism

• Jeff’s Clean Cut Yard Care

• Creasy Hot Tubs & Billiards

• Jenkins The Flooring People

• CWD Satellite

• KDL Furniture Wholesale

• D and B Sprinklers

• Keller Developments

• REM Fashion Boutique

• Daughter On Call

• KillarneyTurtle Mountain/ Shamrock Centre

• Remax Valleyview Realty • Riverdale Municipality CDC

• Kim Mensies

• Royal LePage/Martin-Liberty Realty

• Kitchen Gallery

• Rural municpality of PrairieLakes

• Duffy’s Electric • Elkhorn Resort Spa and Conference Centre

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Moving

A Building?

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hen it comes to moving a house or building, it is best to use the services of a reputable building mover and other professionals. There are many steps in moving a building along roads and highways that you may not be aware of and your mover will walk you through it. From using the proper equipment to getting all the permits, your professional building mover will take care of it all.

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Did you know that there are restrictions on when you can move a building down a road or highway? There are cer tain times of the day and days in the year that a building can be moved. Spring weight restrictions are put in place to help prevent excessive damage to the roads, which will cost money and create delays with construction for everyone.

Your building mover will have all the notifications on road restrictions and the proper permits requires to move your building with ease.

Lining up all your professionals is best, but before they go to work, you will need to have the proper ty prepared and foundation ready for the arrival of your building. Having all your professionals work together will ensure everyone is on the same page and make the project run smoothly.

A professional electrician and plumber will also be required when disconnecting a previous building and reconnecting on the new site. If you are moving an existing building on site, your electrician and plumber will need to come in and disconnect the home from hydro, water and sewer.

Before moving your existing or new building onto its foundation you will once again need to make sure someone professional comes out and has all the connections ready to get your home or building on site.

Doing your research ahead of time will ensure a smooth process from start to finish. if you have a house or building you are looking to buy or move, call a professional today and go over the steps with them as you start this exciting process!

- DYH

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Herbs:

Some of my favourite uses.

S

ome time ago, I wrote an article on growing herbs and thought I would expand on it.

The idea came to me at the end of the summer while walking our property.

I was admiring the wild sage that grows where ever it likes, and decided I would pick some and dry it in our pantry over the winter. My project for this sage was to do a cleansing smudge on my home in the new year.

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To do this, I dried the sage in a cool place for several months, ensuring it was completely dry. Then I gathered sections of the sage and folded it over to make a little bundle. I used string to wrap around the sage to hold it together in a tight bundle. After lighting the sage bundle with a lighter, I let it smoulder a bit and walked around our home, taking time in each room. You can also put your sage bundle in a bowl and let it smoke in each room of your home for a shor t period of time. (Do not leave a burning herb bundle left alone in a room) The belief behind smudging is that the smoke will absorb or dispel negative energy. This in turn will cleanse and purify your home. You can do this anytime you see fit, but a great time is when moving into a new home.

We can’t talk about herbs and not mention cooking! Using herbs in your meals is a great way to embellish any dish; make sure you give them a rub in your hands before adding to “wake them up”! Not only can you cook with herbs, but

you can infuse oils and vinegar with an array of herbs. Take a glass jar of oil or vinegar and put some sprigs of herbs right in. Give it some time for the herbs to get infused in and enjoy! Look online for recipes and instructions.

You can use herbs to make your very own tea blends at home, or my favourite, using mint to make a simple syrup for Mojitos!

Herbs are very common in essential oils. I have used essential oils for several years now and probably wouldn’t live without them. I use them for their medicinal, detoxifying, purification and calming effects. If you are considering using essential oils, definitely do some research first with a consultant or professional.

Lastly, I star ted growing a lavender plant in my garden last year. My future goals for the lavender is to use it for fragrant satchels, in body/foot scrubs and for the bath.

Maybe I’ll infuse some oil with it too!

I hope I have given you more ways in which you can use herbs in your daily life. They provide medicinal, healing and calming proper ties with a variety of benefits. Always consult a professional if you have any questions about using herbs.

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Exterior Insulation and Finish System Submitted by Joey Brooks

What is EIFS? Exterior insulation and finish system are a multi layer exterior finish that is made up of the following steps.

1. Liquid air barrier 2. Adhesive for insulation installed with a notched trowel to insure a drainage plane behind the system; no mechanical fasteners this limits thermal bridging

I

t’s always tough trying to decide what you want for an exterior finish on your home.

E.I.F.S (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) is a great option for a new build or a renovation of your current home.

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3. Type 1 EPS insulation 4. Reinforcing mesh and base coat 5. Acrylic finish.

This system when installed by cer tified installers carries a warranty of 10 to 15 years depending on the products used. There is also an R value of 3.75 per inch added to the exterior wall of your home or business. You will notice a reduction in outside noise in you home as well.

Tired of spending piles of your hard earned money on heating/cooling of your home. Thermal bridges are penetrations in a buildings insulation layer that allow heat

to escape and cold to enter in the winter months.Vice versa in the summer. In a properly insulated new home, thermal bridges can account for heat loss up to 30%. Using E.I.F.S. to clad your exterior will greatly reduce thermal bridges as shown in the thermal image. If your home was built before 1999, it may not have enough insulation. Adding to the insulation in your home will help save energy and

Exterior Insulation is the most effective way to reduce thermal bridging with traditional stud framing. Image: drivit.com improve the comfor t of your home. Brooks Masonry and Acrylics can help you apply for rebates through Manitoba Hydro. E.I.FS. is unlike other exterior finishes as it allows you to recoup the expenses of the installation over time and eventually put that money in your pocket, as it can reduce your energy consumption.

achieve patterns and architectural designs. Acrylic finish can also be used inside your home or office to create a feature wall.

Light weight stone veneer can be installed

over E.I.F.S. ensuring you have that continuous insulation on the exterior of your home.

The design possibilities are endless with E.I.F.S. from using aesthetic grooves, custom built details, and the ability to pick any colour you could imagine. There are different finish styles to choose from as well as using stencils to

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Installing a Hot Tub

B

efore you actually purchase your hot tub, there are many things to consider. How many people will be using it? What do you want to use it for? Where will it be installed? This is where the guys at Creasy’s Hot Tubs and Billiards and Hardy Electric can help.

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Creasy’s Hot Tubs and Billiards has a wide selection of hot tubs and hook up options. They are the distributer for Jacuzzi hot tubs across Manitoba with locations in Brandon and Winnipeg. When shopping for your hot tub, think about how many people you see using it at once, how many jet options you would like, do you like to lounge and listen to music while in the hot tub? Whatever your desire, there is a hot tub for you! Jacuzzi, as well as the Nordic hot tub line are both energy efficient. Look for a hot tub that has full foam insulation and a high-density foam cover. Nordic hot tubs are perfect for those looking for a more economical option or a hot tub for the lake.

They come with a variety of options, even plug in!

Devon from Creasy’s tells us, “We are here for our customers from purchase to install. If a customer needs base prep, an electrician, delivery or maintenance, just give us a call or stop by.”

When considering a hot tub make sure you have your location picked out and that your electrical panel can manage the installment.

What size of electrical panel do you have in your home?

Most homes have a 100-200-amp service. If you wish to install a hot tub, have electric heat or have a small shop 200-amp service is recommended. If you are not a high user of electricity, 100-amp service may suit you just fine or your electrician can install a sub panel as well. Figuring out your options before you purchase, may save you some unexpected headaches down the line.

“Installing a hot tub can be done fairly quick, as long as there is room in the panel” says Brian from Hardy Electric.

“If a customer is looking for a hot tub, we recommend they call us ahead of time so we can go over the hook up options with them in their home.”

While hooking up your hot tub, Brian also recommends having a surge protector installed on your panel. With thunder storm season upon us, there is no better assurance that our investments are protected than with a surge protector. - DYH

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Wine Advice: There’s a wine app for that.

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here are many wine apps, some that allow users to document their wine cellar and record wine selections, while others provide prices and ordering information, educate, plus much more.

You can download several apps but usually one or two will suffice depending on your needs. The following apps are popular, some have very specific uses, while others offer a broad range of information. The apps featured here include a wine scanning feature which uses the phone camera to identify a wine. And don’t be intimidated, there are apps for beginners, wine geeks and professionals.

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The following wine apps are highly rated and popular.

Vivino With over 30 million users this free social media app is considered by many to have the best wine-label scanning capability. Vivino users take a photo, using the phone camera, to access information including reviews and food and wine pairings along with information about the wine’s region of production. This app allows you to change the vintage so it is accurate (the app recognises the bottle but the specific vintage is not always correct), rate wine and record your own tasting notes. Users create a user profile and may purchase wine if local laws allow.

DELECTABLE

consumed

Scan a wine label to

specific wine and where

receive wine descriptions ratings and reviews. This app keeps a record of your wines, which you can share with others, and allows the user to rate wine, make tasting notes and access ratings and reviews by famous winemakers and wine critics who you may choose to follow. Users may also check out prices and explore suggestions for wines that suit your palate.

HELLo Vino This app is promoted as the users personal “vir tual wine assistant” and is great for those familiarizing

themselves

with the world of wine.

Hello Vino boasts a “No Snobs Allowed” policy.

Should you desire information about wine and food pairing or wine suitable for a specific occasion this app is for you.

Users have access to information regarding wine type,

(both

the

you consumed it) and pending deliveries.

It also allows users to track the cellars value. In addition, users can access professional

tasting

reviews and notes, keep a record of their own impressions, and join a wine community to share their thoughts.

PLonK This

app

information varieties, techniques,

provides on

grape

winemaking growing

regions, wine styles, and wine and food pairings.

Users may record and share

their

thoughts

with other users and friends and create a personal galler y of wine by uploading a photo and recording the occasion and specifics about the wine consumed (name, vintage, grape variety, flavours). Users complete a wine taste test to receive wine recommendations specific to their palate. As with Hello Vino, Plonk includes a sound file for correct pronunciation.

taste and grape variety – not only common grape varieties but also lesser known grape varieties. Users may access community and professional wine reviews. Hello Vino makes wine recommendations and “personalized picks” based on the user’s preferences which is determined by the user’s response to specific questions. In addition, this wine app has a good dictionary and pronunciation guide.

CELLAR TRACKER This app is for those with a sizeable wine cellar. Users scan barcodes to access the huge database. This app keeps track of and manages wines in your cellar by recording the number of bottles you have, the number of wines

Kate Wagner Zeke, Sommelier(ISG) Certified Specialist of Wine, Certified Wine Educator(SWE) wineadviser@wcgwave.ca

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With Much Gratitude

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udget Blinds has been collaborating with Design Your Home for 7 straight years. We love this magazine and the content delivered to the Westman readers. We have been involved in featuring interesting homes and décor and often showcase the latest in window covering fashion and trends.

In this the Home Show issue we would like to take a moment to thank our customers. We are so grateful for the relationships created with the homeowners we serve, and it’s common to hear one of us raving at end of day about the great people me met and worked with. We have served somewhere in the vicinity of 2500 homes over the years and put on close to a zillion miles in the rolling showrooms. We strive to deliver an excellent customer experience in every single home.

We celebrate belonging to a large family of Budget Blinds owners from all across Nor th America. We truly enjoy coming together once a year (1500+) for annual convention/reunion. We learn and develop, explore all things new in the industry, and share in our successes.

This year we were recognized with two awards at the Orlando Convention in January. Our team was thrilled and cheering us on as we were honored with a Brand Ambassador award for making ourselves available to prospective Budget Blinds owners who have many

questions and concerns about the ins and outs of our business. We are big fans of our company and love to share that enthusiasm with those interested and exploring their options. The second was a Hear t and Home award for our commitment to community—specifically our annual event in February suppor ting the Hear t and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba. We have also been very involved with Habitat for Humanity, the United Way and several other initiatives over the years. We find great joy in giving back.

So once again, we extend much gratitude to all our customers ---can’t do what we do without you and those you refer to us. - Sue and Gord Swarbrick

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