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I have listed a new property at 464 WEST CHESTERMERE DR in Chestermere.
A stunning upgraded modern family home that will dazzle you with its extraordinary interior and location, situated directly on the lake and across the street from Lakeside Greens. Elegant main with 10 FT ceilings, bright office with glass French doors, upgraded kitchen and dining room with exquisite floor to ceiling windows with lake view. Living room has huge windows and gas fireplace. The laundry/mud room with shower and ½ bath complete the main floor. Spiral staircase leads to upper floor with 4 bdrms and bonus room. Mstr suite is large with majestic view overlooking lake. 5pc ensuite features dbl sinks, marble counters, soaker tub, tile floors and vanity. The sunken bonus room has gas fireplace and built-in entertainment. Exceptional lower level has media room w/built-in projector, games room/bar, exercise room, hobby room and storage. Outdoor living at its finest with private dock, lake access, gazebo, hot tub, patio and BBQ. An impeccable home in pristine condition that is an absolute must see!
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I have listed a new property at 52 TARINGTON GR NE in Calgary.
*Open House Saturday January 30 from 1:30-4pm.* Amazing Home! Amazing Location! Amazing Opportunity! This home is being offer for sale by the original owner and has been exceptionally maintained since day 1. The main floor features a huge front living room complete with corner gas fireplace. Next you will move into the spacious kitchen complete with island and corner pantry. Both the kitchen and dining area take full advantage of the south facing backyard and large windows. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms and your master has it's own ensuite and large walk-in closet. Your lower level is a true walkout and features a second kitchen, living room and huge bedroom with a cheater ensuite. The south facing backyard is perfect for those beautiful sunny days and the home gets a tremendous amount of natural light. This home is located on a very quiet street and close to public transportation. Book your showing today, you will not be dissapointed!
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Please visit our Open House at 4004 2 ST NW in Calgary.
Open House on Saturday, January 30, 2016 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
This new 1930 sq.ft 2 St. infill is on a tree-lined street in the heart of Highland Park, close to schools and transit. The floor plan has spacious rooms, huge windows that flood the home with light and 9' ceilings on all levels. Hardwood floors on the main floor, living room fireplace, top quaility custom kitchen cabinets, quartz counter tops, Bosch kitchen appliances, central vacuum, and master spa bathroom with heated floor & steam shower are highlights. The basement is fully finished, with family room, wet bar, 3pc. bath and huge guest BR with walk-in closet, all with radiant in-floor heat. Alarm and 4-camera video system included. Site is fully fenced, landscaped and has stamped concrete patio, 2 gas outlets and ex.aggregate walks. AC and sound system roughed-in. See descriptions with photos for added details. Located just 5 kilometres from the city centre, Highland Park is a vibrant community that is just north of 32nd Avenue, between 1st St. NE and 4th Street NW. Its less than a 10 minute drive to downtown. The neighbourhood is seeing some redevelopment with new housing and there are exciting changes in the near future. LRT - Centre Street has been officially designated as the route for the new Green Line LRT. This route will run from Seton in the far southeast, to the new communities in North Calgary. Federal & Provincial funding has been approved and construction is expected to begin in the next few years. Highland Park features a community centre and playground. Buchanan & James Fowler schools offer sports fields and at the west edge of the neighbourhood. Pathways through Queens Park Cemetery connect to Confederation Park. The Nose Creek cycle path is just ½ km east at 40th Avenue and Edmonton Trail. For golfers Fox Hollow Golf Course, the Elks’ course, McCall Lake course are a 5 minute drive away.
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Please visit our Open House at 4006 2 ST NW in Calgary.
Open House on Saturday, January 30, 2016 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
This new 1928 sq.ft 2 St. infill is on a tree-lined street in the heart of Highland Park, close to schools and transit. The floor plan has spacious rooms, huge windows that flood the home with light and 9' ceilings on all levels. Hardwood floors on the main floor, living room fireplace, glass panel stair railings, custom kitchen cabinets, quartz counter tops, Bosch kitchen appliances, central vacuum, and master spa bathroom with heated floor & steam shower are highlights. The basement is fully finished, with family room, wet bar, 3pc. bath and huge guest BR with walk-in closet, all with radiant in-floor heat. Alarm and 4-camera video system included. Site is fully fenced, landscaped and has stamped concrete patio, 2 gas outlets and ex.aggregate walks. AC and sound system roughed-in. See descriptions with photos for added details.
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(BPT) - The kitchen is the heart of the home and a top-selling feature with home-buyers. Does yours convey style and functionality? Whether you've just completed a remodel or you're looking for ways to upgrade your existing kitchen, a tile backsplash will instantly transform the space into an eye-catching masterpiece.

"Tile backsplashes are timeless, providing the ideal transition between the cabinetry and the countertop," says Kirsty Froelich, design director for The Tile Shop. "It's one of the number one ways homeowners can add value to their kitchen while adhering to their personal design preferences. Best yet, the process can be simple and enjoyable."

Froelich offers her top tips for designing a stylish backsplash for your kitchen without headaches or stress:

1. Determine your style profile and take action
 Start by looking at Houzz, Pinterest and home magazines to see what styles you're drawn to. Are you more contemporary, vintage or transitional? It can help to see backsplashes in person to get a true idea of how different materials look, feel and reflect light. For up close and personal inspiration, attend your local Parade of Homes, or visit a showroom environment like The Tile Shop to view multiple styled vignettes.

2. Follow your vision
 When exploring tile or stone, think about whether you want the backsplash to be a focal point or more subdued. Subway tiles in neutral tones are timeless for those who prefer a muted backsplash. If you're looking to make a statement, clean and tumbled white marble is trending right now. Slate is comforting and earthy where metallic offers a more eye-catching and contemporary look. For added personality, consider designs with color, patchwork or patterns. "Pop art" is also really hot right now (e.g., incorporating Andy Warhol visuals into the backsplash design).

3. Consider product type and maintenance requirements
 A backsplash isn't necessarily maintenance-free, so know how much time you're willing to spend before making a final design decision. If you prefer low maintenance, the best route is ceramic tile. If you are drawn to the beauty of natural stone, keep in mind that there's minimal annual maintenance, including resealing the surface to ensure the product's integrity and beauty last.

"One of my current favorite backsplash looks is a new globally influenced Decor Mayflower pattern featured in The Tile Shop's 2015 Spring Design catalog," says Froelich. "It coordinates with the Treviso solid ceramic tiles that are available in three beautiful colors. Each piece has a handmade look and feel inspired by classic looks from long ago. This collection will definitely add a wow factor to your backsplash."

"Another collection I love is the Devonshire Cararra marble. It's crisp, clean and particularly elegant when set in herringbone pattern by itself or when paired with a picture frame design incorporating polished mosaic and marble profiles."

4. Know your budget 
 Before digging into any home improvement project, it's important to know your budget. Convey your visions and cost parameters to any experts you work with, such as a contractor or interior designer. Bring a sample of your cabinetry and countertop, or a picture of your kitchen, to the designer or showroom you're working with. It will help them maximize your budget while achieving your vision.

5. Add personal touches
 When finalizing your design, consider adding unique characteristics. Above the sink or cooktop are good places to do something more decorative. If appropriate, you might decide to add a niche with a cutout that has tile on the interior that matches the exterior tile or create a picture frame design using a completely different style of tile and stone that complements the backsplash to make a statement. Additionally, if you are doing a backsplash in a bar area, it's a great place to have fun with materials and shapes.

"Adding a backsplash does so much to dress up a room and complete the space," says Froelich. "The most common mistake I see homeowners make is letting indecisiveness cause the project to be delayed. Alas, the above tips will help create a clear path toward a backsplash design they can feel confident in and admire for years to come."

 
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Carpet stain removal can be a daunting task. It should also be done with much care and precaution to prevent damage on the carpet. While using the vacuum cleaner will do fine, it will only remove the dirt. Stains are different, thus, they should be treated differently.

Regardless of the approach employed in removing the stains, it is best to act immediately and quickly. If you wait in doing the cleaning, you risk ruining your carpet for good. Whether oil, wax, solid or liquid substances are spilled on the carpet, you need to grab a clean cloth to remove the solid substances or what can be removed from the stain.

Then you have to blot out as much of the stain as possible. If a liquid substance spilled the carpet, there might occur wicking. Wicking means that the liquid substances have pooled at the bottom of your carpet. Hence, it will weaken the fiber of your carpet, causing the stain to spread and resurface; and eventually, serious damage is done on your carpet.

To prevent wicking, you need to cover the area with a thick dry cloth, and weigh it down with thick books or something that is heavy. Leave it overnight and remove the stain as normal in the following day.

In the morning, when you are certain that no more liquid or staining material will come out, blot out the stain using a dampen cloth or sponge. Avoid scrubbing the carpet as it would weaken the fiber and cause the stain to spread to other areas.

Blotting the stain gently will remove the stain without causing further damage to the carpet. If the stain remains after blotting it with water, you may want to squirt mild dish washing liquid onto it to clean. Blot the stain gently and let it sit for an hour before you blot again with a cool damp sponge or cloth until the stain is totally removed.

There are many carpet stain removal products available in the market in case you do not like to use dishwashing liquid detergent. Commercial products designed for removing stains vary based on what types of stains on your carpet.

For them to be effective, you need to figure out what type of stains your carpet has. If it is greasy like oils for cooking, body, automotive or moisturizing, use grease-based stain removal products.

If the stains are acid-based like coffee or urine, your choices are oil-based or acid-based products. In oil-based, the stains are dissolved, while in acid-based, the chemical quality of the spots are changed in order to make them easy to remove.

If you are not certain on the type of stain your carpet has, choose the all-purpose type of carpet stain removal product.

In all your undertakings, it is best to test the carpet stain removal product in a corner of the carpet or in any out-of-the-way area of the carpet, lest, you may risk creating a faded spot that may look more hideous than the stain itself.

by Rudy Silva
http://www.articlecity.com/articles/home_improvement/article_6257.shtml
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I have sold a property at 623 SABRINA RD SW in Calgary.
Amazing opportunity for a first time home buyer or investor! As soon as you step through the front door you will automatically know that you are in for a treat! The main features soaring vaulted wood ceilings and exposed beams that create a very welcoming atmosphere. On the main floor you will have an updated kitchen with new cabinets, appliances and an awesome pull out pantry. The bathroom has also been completely updated. Your living room is very spacious and flows perfectly into the dining area. The lower level has 2 bedroom, lots of storage and your laundry. Your master space is a great size and has a huge window allowing for a tremendous amount of natural light. Outside you have your own fenced west backyard perfect for those sunny days. This location is fantastic for area schools and public transit is just a short walk away. Special note the roof was just replaced in 2013. This home is a must see!
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I have sold a property at 107 3412 PARKDALE BV NW in Calgary.
Are you looking for a home with a truly amazing location? Look no further! This 2 bed, 2 bath condo is located directly across the street from the river and is NOT in the flood way or fringe. When you walk out the front door you have the walking/biking paths and river plus all the Parkdale amenities and Hospital only a short distance away. Entering this home you are greeted by a large sunken front entry perfect for welcoming your guests. As you step up on the left you will have the spacious master suite complete with large closet and 4 piece ensuite. To the right you have bedroom 2, bathroom 2 and amazing flow between the living room and kitchen. This space is perfect for entertaining with lots of counter space, island with eating area and the living room features a corner gas fireplace that creates the perfect ambiance. From your living room you step out to your private patio and grass area. You also have in suite laundry and underground parking complete with storage locker. This is a must see!
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Please visit our Open House at 4004 2 ST NW in Calgary.
Open House on Saturday, January 23, 2016 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
This new 1930 sq.ft 2 St. infill is on a tree-lined street in the heart of Highland Park, close to schools and transit. The floor plan has spacious rooms, huge windows that flood the home with light and 9' ceilings on all levels. Hardwood floors on the main floor, living room fireplace, top quaility custom kitchen cabinets, quartz counter tops, Bosch kitchen appliances, central vacuum, and master spa bathroom with heated floor & steam shower are highlights. The basement is fully finished, with family room, wet bar, 3pc. bath and huge guest BR with walk-in closet, all with radiant in-floor heat. Alarm and 4-camera video system included. Site is fully fenced, landscaped and has stamped concrete patio, 2 gas outlets and ex.aggregate walks. AC and sound system roughed-in. See descriptions with photos for added details. Located just 5 kilometres from the city centre, Highland Park is a vibrant community that is just north of 32nd Avenue, between 1st St. NE and 4th Street NW. Its less than a 10 minute drive to downtown. The neighbourhood is seeing some redevelopment with new housing and there are exciting changes in the near future. LRT - Centre Street has been officially designated as the route for the new Green Line LRT. This route will run from Seton in the far southeast, to the new communities in North Calgary. Federal & Provincial funding has been approved and construction is expected to begin in the next few years. Highland Park features a community centre and playground. Buchanan & James Fowler schools offer sports fields and at the west edge of the neighbourhood. Pathways through Queens Park Cemetery connect to Confederation Park. The Nose Creek cycle path is just ½ km east at 40th Avenue and Edmonton Trail. For golfers Fox Hollow Golf Course, the Elks’ course, McCall Lake course are a 5 minute drive away.
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Please visit our Open House at 4006 2 ST NW in Calgary.
Open House on Saturday, January 23, 2016 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
This new 1928 sq.ft 2 St. infill is on a tree-lined street in the heart of Highland Park, close to schools and transit. The floor plan has spacious rooms, huge windows that flood the home with light and 9' ceilings on all levels. Hardwood floors on the main floor, living room fireplace, glass panel stair railings, custom kitchen cabinets, quartz counter tops, Bosch kitchen appliances, central vacuum, and master spa bathroom with heated floor & steam shower are highlights. The basement is fully finished, with family room, wet bar, 3pc. bath and huge guest BR with walk-in closet, all with radiant in-floor heat. Alarm and 4-camera video system included. Site is fully fenced, landscaped and has stamped concrete patio, 2 gas outlets and ex.aggregate walks. AC and sound system roughed-in. See descriptions with photos for added details.
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Please visit our Open House at 637 COUGAR RIDGE DR SW in Calgary.
Open House on Saturday, January 16, 2016 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
OPEN HOUSE! Saturday Jan 16 from 2:00-4:00PM. Truly an amazing family home located close to park and and all the area amenities. This home has been extremely well maintained and has a very functional floor plan. On the main floor you will have the perfect layout for entertaining with a spacious kitchen complete with large corner pantry, dining area and large living room complete with gas fireplace. Upstairs there are 3 great bedrooms. The 2 kids rooms are very good size and the main bathroom has been recently updated. Your master suite is exceptional and is complete with walk-in closet and a total redone ensuite featuring a huge custom tile shower. The lower level is fully finished with an amazing family room perfect for family movie nights and there is an office area/guest room area at the back of the family room. Outside you will have a huge deck and large backyard perfect for entertaining friends and family or letting the kids play. Make this home a must see!
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Please visit our Open House at 6127 LLOYD CR SW in Calgary.
Open House on Sunday, January 17, 2016 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
OPEN HOUSE! Sun Jan 17 at 2-4PM. Welcome to an opportunity to own in the sought-after SW community of Lakeview! Enjoy close proximity to the area amenities including the golf club, bike paths and trails of North Glenmore Park, rowing club, numerous schools and shopping! This charming home has been remarkably well cared for by its same owner of 50 years. You will be greeted by a home with character and a well-maintained living space. Main floor features living room with lrg windows, cozy dining room space and kitchen with eating nook and brand new fridge. Three main floor bdrms, and upgraded 4 pc bath. The spacious lower level features a superb stone wood burning fireplace, family room, tons of closet storage space, laundry, and den. You will appreciate the ample and serene outdoor space with its mature trees, privacy, quiet, and location directly beside the community walkway path. Roof was replaced 2 years ago and some upstairs windows are only a year old. Ideal for an investor, renovator or a family.
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