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The Home and Outdoor Show welcomes in spring with hundreds of exhibitors and over 100,000 square feet of show space and displays

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Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Spring is here and so is the Home and Outdoor Show at Western Fair District. The show boasts over 270 exhibitors in over 100,000 square feet of show space alongside industry experts in home, outdoor, décor, interiors, exteriors and more! The show has attendees covered - inside and out of their homes - whether they own, rent or are building. From the garden, to landscaping, pools and decks to kitchens, bathrooms, windows, doors and everything in between will be on the show floor, creating a one-stop shop to be educated, inspired and connect with the professionals needed to get the...

Bid to Build fundraising auction in support of Habitat for Humanity Heartland Ontario

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Monday, April 17, 2017

Join us for the first Bid to Build fundraising auction in support of Habitat for Humanity Heartland Ontario! Each day of the event will feature a silent auction of art, home decor, and entertainment items. The show will culminate on Sunday at 2:00pm, with a live auction on the main show stage featuring some fabulous high-end and one of a kind furniture pieces. Come join us for this exciting event in support of our London & St. Thomas build projects! Tickets can be purchased in advance here. Live Auction Sunday, April 23rd from 2pm – 3pm on the Main Stage View Auction...

6 Tips to Consider When Buying Hardwood Flooring

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Thursday, April 13, 2017

Tom Butryn, Owner of Flatout Flooring shares 6 Tips to Consider When Buying Hardwood Flooring. Buying a hardwood floor is an important decision and a long-term investment. Selecting the right hardwood floor involves more than choosing a preferred colour or finish. Factors to consider include: understanding your needs and preferences as they relate to design; properties of different wood species; durability; and the impact species and durability have on both aesthetics and performance. Making the right decision can sometimes feel overwhelming, so we have developed a few tips to...

Top 7 Pro Tips on How to Hire a Contractor

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Wednesday, April 5, 2017

John Finan, from Finan Home Service shares seven tips from his Hiring a Contractor Handbook. Tip #1: Ensure the Contractor is Experienced & Knowledgeable Make sure that the contractor knows and has performed the work you are asking their company to perform. This may sound obvious however it is surprising how often a second contractor with more experience has to be called in to complete someone else's work. This usually costs more because the second contractor generally has to repair the efforts of the first then go ahead and complete the job. Tip #2...

HGTV Stars Mike Holmes Jr., Tommy Smythe and local experts to take the stage at Home and Outdoor Show

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Thursday, March 2, 2017

As our thoughts turn to the outdoors the Home and Outdoor Show will usher in spring with hundreds of exhibitors, products, services and entertainment this April. The Home and Outdoor Show is also pleased to announce four keynote speakers. Mike Holmes Jr., contractor and co-host of Holmes + Holmes on HGTV will take the stage Saturday April 22nd and offer attendees a glimpse into all his contracting knowledge he has built since starting working with his father – celebrity contractor Mike Holmes – when he was just 14 years old. For 11+...