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pring has finally arrived, and home owners are embarking on that yearly observance that seems to grip us and not let go – spring cleaning. Yes, the sun is shining through our (slightly grubby) windows and we are struck by an urge to grab a pair of rubber gloves, a pail, soap and a host of other cleaning agents and rid our homes of dirt and grime. But it can seem like a big undertaking if you don’t know how to go about it. REW.ca went to the experts to help guide you through this important spring custom. Christine Kishor, Everything Organized franchisee in Kelowna, was more than happy to provide her to-do list. “Spring cleaning doesn’t have to be a daunting task if you break it down into bite-sized steps,” says Kishor.
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To begin, Kishor always suggests working room by room and working from top to bottom and left to right. This helps one keep on task. Remove items to be taken to dry cleaning or washed, such as drapes and decorative bedding. Many draperies and curtains are machine washable, but check labels first. Dry-clean fabric shades. Wipe down wooden, metal or vinyl blinds with a damp cloth and warm water mixed with a little mild dishwashing liquid. Damp-dust places that are not part of your regular housecleaning, such as high shelves, window ledges and art. Wipe down walls and ceilings, concentrating on fingerprints and soiled areas. No need for chemicals – use a bit of water and baking soda to get scuff marks off. However, if you have really stubborn surface grime, especially prevalent in kitchens, tackle it with a solvent-free degreaser (test it first in an inconspicuous area). Clean, vacuum and treat upholstered and leather furniture to
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bring a new life and longevity. Clean and treat wood furniture to bring it back to its original shine. Do you have heat damaged wood or stubborn wet-glass rings on your favourite wood table? They may be removed by rubbing a mixture of equal parts of distilled vinegar and a quarter cup of baking soda with a gallon of warm water. Then wipe off and apply wood protector of your choice. Voila! Back to new. When vacuuming and cleaning floors and/or rugs, move furniture and clean underneath; perhaps move the layout around to get a new perspective. Synthetic carpets and rugs with waterproof backings can be deep-cleaned with a rotary shampoo machine and a hot-water extraction machine. However, rugs without backings, such as those expensive oriental rugs, require professional cleaning. Pull out items in cabinets and drawers, vacuum out debris and wipe down both the inside of the drawers and the items in them, then return them back in place. This is a great way to downsize and feel lighter. Wash down windows and window sills. For streak-free win-
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dows, mix equal parts of distilled vinegar and warm water. Use either a dry cloth or newspaper … yes, it really works! Open the windows and let that fresh air circulate. Head outside to sweep away old man winter and spray down decks and sidewalks. A pressure washer can be rented from
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tool and equipment rental shops or at some hardware stores. P.S. For another sense of renewal, consider buying a new doormat to welcome in the new season. For more information and tips on home organizing go to www.everythingorganized.net.
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7696 144 Street, Surrey Great family home! This well appointed 2870 sqft home is in a good neighbourhood in East Newton. 5 bdrm, 4 bathrm. With high ceilings throughout, extensive tiling, main floor bdrm, and large kitchen w. maple cabinetry, this is a great, very functional main floor. Upstairs has 4 large bdrms and 3 bathrms - the master is 16’x13’ w. ensuite. Large yard, lane access w. two car garage and parking for 6. Plenty of room for everyone.
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5189 CECIL RIDGE PL Desirable Promontory view lot. t. 7400 Sq.Ft. executive execut lot situated at the end of a cul-de-sac. Breathtaking views ws of Chilliwack River Rive valley. Close to elementary school. Walking trails at your door step. Build your home!
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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 PM 4615 Napier St., Burnaby EXCEPTIONAL quality home. Located in popular Brentwood Park. This home has been totally renovated that includes a gorgeous addition that brings the home to over 3400 square feet. This home was fully renovated from the foundation up with all city permits. Occupancy Permit received September 2014. 3 bedrooms up plus 2 bedrooms down. Features include: heat pump, wolf range, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, spacious spa like ensuite, air conditioning, surround audio system, media room, huge double garage and much more. Basement is perfect for extended family with a separate entrance. Walking distance to Brentwood Mall and skytrain. Close to SFU, shops on Hastings St. Contains unauthorized accommodations.
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Beautiful custom home, built by experienced local builder, located in Burnaby South, right below Metrotown with gorgeous Southern view. Amazing finishings and top quality workmanship throughout the house. Top-of-the-line appliances; Sub-zero refrigerator, Wolf 6-burner stove, Miele dishwasher. Go Team 604-263-1144 $335,800
BEAUTIFUL 2 BEDROOM SUITE Beautiful south facing private 2 bedroom suite facing green belt at Cascade Village. Large patio great for outdoor entertaining, tiled entry, fireplace and French doors on second bedroom. Excellent recreation facility and outdoor gardens. Quiet, peaceful neighborhood. 107-3950 LINWOOD ST. Harj Romi Rai 604-689-8226
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UPDATED 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with NEW stainless steel appliances and counter tops in Kitchen & bathrooms, in beautiful West Coquitlam. 10 minute walk to skytrain and Lougheed Mall and nearby Vancouver Golf Club, close to all major amenities, shopping, schools & S.F.U. Perfect for the first time home buyer or for those looking to downsize. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE. SHOWS LIKE NEW! #201 - 558 ROCHESTER AVE. Simmy Sandhu 604-897-5880
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TOP FLOOR OASIS Discovery Reach by Bosa. Top floor unit with lots of updates. N.W. facing, open concept, parking, storage and more! The Go Team 604-263-144
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604-689-8226 Yaletown 604-336-3539 Main Street 604-263-1144 Kerrisdale 4536 NEVILLE ST.
Beautiful Three Year old home in heart of White Rock. Water and Mountain views from Main and Upper levels. High end Kitchen with Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, Hardwood flooring throughout the home. Enjoy the natural lighting throughout the Upper level. Main floor has master bedroom plus three other bedrooms all with ensuite washrooms, and a Den for office work. Basement has two Bedroom legal suite with good rental income. Barbeque on a huge open deck with ocean views in the back. Close to Peace Arch Elementary and Earl Marriott High school. Shopping and Beach closeby. Seller will look at trade options.
101-215 TWELFTH ST
$229,000
GARDEN OASIS S.W. facing garden level one bedroom in Discovery Reach by BOSA. Direct street access with private, fenced patio. 2 pets allowed. Go Team 604-263-1144
Unique 2 bed & den has 2 large balconies with views of mountains and trees. Shows like new with granite counter tops, s/s kitchen appliances. Versatile open layout. Solid concrete building. Gym. 1 parking. Close to SFU, transit & amentities. Call to view this amazing home! #607-9232 University Cres.
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#12 5770 VEDDER RD. This move in ready 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 920 sqft condo is vacant for quick possession. Near new $124,900 washer/dryer, flooring and paint. MLS #H1402038 Call today.
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#1203 45650 MCINTOSH DR. Great updated 2 BDRM condo with insuite laundry, backing onto a large Courtyard. Freeway $79,900 access and close to both hospital MLS #1400902 and the mall. Call today.
Smartly established close to the City on a park like 2.74 acres in the country. Luxurious 6 bdrm, 3 bathrm, 4420 sq.ft. home fine-tuned on 4 levels. New 60' x 40' shop with office and covered RV parking, 38' x 22' barn with horse stalls, waterfront pasture on the Hope River & more. The very best work & play at home family lifestyle! $1,189,000.
WOW! IMPRESSIVE FULLY RENOVATED HOME on 4.89 acres in an excellent location! 1,843 sq ft Rancher with basement and wonderful loft area. Fully remodeled designer kitchen. Detached double garage and more. 30 x 36 ft heritage style barn and additional chicken bar. Fertile soil, cross fenced. Move on in and fully enjoy the countryside. $799,900.
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NO TAX! * NO STRATA FEES! (NO KIDDING!) MOVE IN TODAY! 604.534.6000 cornerstoneliving.ca Sales Centre and three fully-furnished Display Homes 56th & 210A St, Langley | Open daily (closed Friday) from 12 to 5 pm. Marcon Homes (Cornerstone) Ltd.
Limited time offer. No strata fees payable for one year. Please see our sales representative for further details and exact terms of this offer. E.&O.E.
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IT STARTS WITH VISION. REMEMBER YALETOWN’S TRANSFORMATION? When Yaletown began it was just a few residential towers. Imagine if Urban Fare and Starbucks were there from the start. River District Town Centre will launch as a complete neighbourhood, with retail, restaurant, residences, parks and playgrounds. Now is your chance to become part of this new neighbourhood—built from the ground up on the last section of Vancouver’s waterfront.
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CONDOMINIUM HOMES IN BURNABY HEIGHTS
8 Exclusive homes in the heart of one of the best neighbourhoods in BC, Burnaby Heights. These large, liveable homes are modern but have a heart for old world tradition. Experience beauty in craftsmanship by a developer who’s invested in making the Heights truly special.
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FOR INFORMATION CALL 604.662.8009 (EXT. 250) OFFERED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 4721 HASTINGS STREET, BURNABY, BC PLEASE CALL FOR PRICING This is not an offering for sale. Prices exclude taxes. The developer reserves the right to make changes to the pricing, incentives, floor plans and specifications without notice. E. & O.E.
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BENNINGTON HOUSE It’s exciting to discover a new development offering unsurpassed quality and timeless beauty in Vancouver; let alone one that is well priced. Welcome to Bennington House in Cambie Street Village. Crafted of brick and cedar façade, Bennington House is a contemporary design that fits seamlessly into this established but emerging neighbourhood. The four-storey boutique style apartment building and three-storey townhomes, designed by respected Ramsay Worden Architects, showcase timeless elegance. This limited collection of 42 homes – six townhomes and 36 apartments – offers the latest in contemporary finishes thoughtfully designed by Cristina Oberti. Discerning homebuyers will appreciate the attention to detail that went into these homes – open spacious floors plans, nine-foot ceil-
ings (10 feet in townhomes), engineered wide-plank Kentwood Hardwood floors in Brushed Ash Gray’s Harbour or Brush Oak Feldspar, soft carpeting in bedrooms and expansive windows, to name just a few. “Bennington House opens its doors to the public officially the weekend of April 18 and 19 for its Grand Opening Event,” says Anthony Hepworth, president and CEO of Pennyfarthing Homes. “In advance to this, interested parties can contact the sales team at 604 558 1907 or info@benningtonhouse.ca for private previewing opportunities beginning in early April.” The gourmet-inspired kitchens will be a joy to work in, with Quartz countertops and glass marble mosaic tile backsplash, polished marble backsplash and plenty of natural light streaming in. These elegant kitchens also come complete with integrated cabinetry showcased by
designer Bosch stainless steel appliances. The Zen-like bathrooms are sure to beckon you. The contemporary design offers a refreshing sanctuary with its luxurious shower and bathtub with Grohe Concetto fixtures. In addition, each home features large balconies - perfect to take in our stunning West coast’s sunsets. Then, head to the fully landscaped common courtyard to share a cup of coffee and a chat with neighbours and friends. The lifestyle, the location and the stunning residences – ranging from 530 to 1327 square-foot (junior onebed to three-bedroom) apartments, to 1160 to 1863 square feet for two- and three-bed-plus-flex townhomes with inhome access to the parkade – make this an exciting opportunity to buy into an exclusive enclave from the high $300,000s. These homes come to you from award-winning builder, Pennyfarthing Homes. For more than 35 years the company’s deep commitment to classic design and quality workmanship has earned its place as a premier
builder in the province. Pennyfarthing Homes is renowned for crafting residences that will exceed your expectations. Its homes and communities transcend average building standards, with materials that reflect a heightened sensibility and taste. ”We don’t merely build homes, we create an elevated lifestyle,” adds Hepworth. With prices starting from the high $300,000s, these residences will not last. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to buy in one of Vancouver’s sought-after neighbourhoods, minutes away from great shopping districts – dining, entertainment, services and shopping destinations – as well as recreational and entertainment amenities.
The Bennington House Sales Centre, located at 3373 Cambie Street, will open in April. For more information or to register, call 604 558 1907, email info@benningtonhouse.ca or visit benningtonhouse.ca.
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