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Homeowners Resource Directory Courtesy of The Cowichan News Leader Pictorial

Spring 2014 Special Supplement April 2014

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Who’s Who In Construction, Renovation, Landscaping, Decorating & Design


Spring 2014

OPEN 8-5 Monday - Saturday460 Whistler St. 250-748-4368

FISHER & PAYKEL

•Parts, Sales & Servicefor all brands.

•Delivery and Installation

Appliance Specialist for the Cowichan Valley

SINCE 1978

R.A.M.

Mill Bay StorageMoving, renovating, cleaning up?

We can help.• Safe & secure environment with onsite caretaker• Spacious lot for RV’s & Moving Trucks• Diverse rental units (various sizes, heated & climate controlled)• Convenient access from Trans-Canada Highway

• Pro-rated rent when you move in!

250-743-68991185 Shawnigan-Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay

Locally Owned & Operatedwww.millbaystoragecomplex.com

Pat the Painter

Call Pat:250.246.0248

• Free Estimates • Reasonable Rates • Satisfaction Guaranteed.

PAINTING & CONTRACTING

NO JOB IS TOO SMALL!

“You did a fantastic job! The quality and craftsmanship is amazing. It’s

even better than we imagined”-Nick & NadineLadysmith B.C.

[email protected]


Spring 2014

Welcome to the 6th annual Cowichan Homeowners

Resource Directory!

Publisher Simon LindleyEditor: John McKinley

C O M M U N I T Y N E W S M E D I A

Black Press

k.i.p.applianceservice

• Refrigeration • Gas • Maintenance • Installs

All Brands • Parts & ServiceServing Duncan to Victoria

Al JoneS 250.510.6058email: [email protected]

4 4 + y e a r s o n k e n m o r e p r o d u c t s

Russ & Winifred McKinnon

250 743-6718

RETRACTABLEScreen Solutionsfor doors & windows,

outdoor living spaces & more . . .

www.PhantomScreens.com

Check out our website for a chance to win a $10,000 Backyard Makeover!

AIR QUALITYMke Canada and Mke Comfort Systems LtdYour Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration SpecialistsCommercial and ResidentialServing the Cowichan Valley since 2000Toll Free: [email protected] page 5

APPLIANCESRam Appliance ServicePhone: (250) 748-4368 Fax: (250) 748-4377Email: [email protected] have been serving and selling new & used major appliances and parts in the Cowichan Valley since 1978. All work guaranteed and insured. In house or in our shop service. Installation and delivery by our own factory trained technicians.Ad page 2

k.I.P. Appliance [email protected] years + on KENMORE products. Quality workmanship. Refrigeration, gas, maintenance, installs, all brands parts and service. Serving DUNCAN to VICTORIA.Ad page 3

BATHROOMSBathmasterPhone: (250) 746-1030 Fax: (250) 748-3062Web: www.bathmaster.comCustom wall surrounds, tub to shower conversions, retrofit bathtub installation, complete bathtub renovations. Ad page 6

Griffiths Home Plumbing CentrePhone: (250) 746-4534Email: [email protected] Government Street, DuncanBathroom renovation centre, modern showroom. Brand names, quality fixtures, hot water tanks, well pumps, sprinkler systems and supplies.Ad page 5, 23

BLINDS/WINDOW COVERINGSGary InteriorsPhone: (250) 746-9901Fax: (250) 746-8992Email: [email protected] Window Treatments and Upholstery, wood blinds, shutters and silhouettes.Ad page 8

Tidal BlindsPhone (250)715-7733 or(250)416-0097Email: [email protected]: www.tidalblinds.caQuality Blinds on any budget. Horizontal, vertical, roller shades. Free installation for Seniors. Made ‘right’ in B.C.Ad page 7

United Floors101-2700 Beverly Street Duncan,Phone: (250) 746-4851 Fax: (250) 746-6412www.duncanfloors.comYour one-stop resource for all your carpet, hardwood, stone and tile, area rugs and laminate flooring needs as well as window coverings. Free in-house consultation.Ad page 8

BUILDINGCopycat Printing & Design Ltd.#7-5777 Trans Canada Hwy. DuncanPhone: 250.701.0582 Fax: [email protected] format (oversized). Digital colour laser prints or copies.Ad page 18

Continued on page 7


Spring 2014

AIR QUALITY

Mke Canada and Mke Comfort Systems Ltd 5

APPLIANCES

Ram Appliance Service ................... 2

K.I.P. Appliance Service .................. 3

BATHROOMS

Bathmaster ..................................... 6

Griffiths Home Plumbing Centre ....................... 5, 23

BLINDS/WINDOW COVERINGS

Gary Interiors .................................. 8

Tidal Blinds ..................................... 7

United Floors .................................. 8

BUILDING

Copycat Printing & Design Ltd. ..... 18

David Coulson Design Ltd. ........... 11

Mountain Man Services .................. 7

Ye Old Dogwood Lumber .............. 10

CONTRACTORS/SUPPLIES




Richard’s Island Perimeter Drains ... 6

The Sundeck Centre ..................... 24

Windsor Plywood ............................ 9


DESIGNS/PLANS


Jim Cleough Design & Drafting ..... 10

DOORS

K.W. Doors & Windows ................. 11

EQUIPMENT SALES, RENTALS & REPAIR

Cowichan Rentals ......................... 17

Island Saw and Turf ...................... 19

Robinson Rentals .......................... 18

EXCAVATING

Aardvark Backhoe Services Ltd. ..... 6

fENCING



fLOOR COVERINGS

Mastercraft Flooring ........................ 8

United Floors .................................. 8

fUEL SERVICES

Cowichan Petroleum Sales ........... 12

fIREPLACES

Bullseye the Granite Guy ................ 6

GARDENING & GARDEN EQUIPMENT




GLASS

Dobson’s Glass Ltd. ...................... 11

HEATING & REfRIGERATION

Mke Canada and Mke Comfort Systems Ltd .................................... 5

Veridis Plumbing & Heating Ltd. ... 13

K.I.P. Appliance Service .................. 3

HOME RENOVATION/HOUSE DESIGNS

Jim Cleough Design & Drafting ..... 10


INTERIOR DESIGN

Gary Interiors Ltd. ........................... 8

United Floors .................................. 8

kITCHEN DESIGN


LANDSCAPING

Ceres Edible Landscaping ............ 10

Cowichan Landscape & Irrigation Supplies .......................................... 8


Van Isle Slate ................................ 10


MASONRY

Van Isle Slate ................................ 10

PAINTING/ PAINTING SUPPLIES

Mill Bay Paint & Hardware ............ 12

Pat the Painter ............................... 2

PAVING

Duncan Paving Co. ....................... 12

Royal Paving ................................. 11

PLUMBING

Griffiths Home Plumbing Centre 5, 23

Veridis Plumbing & Heating Ltd. ... 13

POOLS & HOT TUBS

Aquafun Family Pools & Spas Ltd. 17

RECYCLInG

Island Return It Recycling ............. 19

REfRIGERATION

Mke Canada and Mke Comfort Systems Ltd .................................... 5

RENTALS

Cowichan RentalsO ...................... 17


Robinson Rentals .......................... 18

RENOVATIONS



ROOfING

High Definition Roofing ................. 20

SCREENS

Phantom Screens ........................... 3

SEPTIC

Aardvark Backhoe Services Ltd. ..... 6

Richard’s Island Perimeter Drains ... 6

STORAGE

Mill Bay Storage Complex .............. 2

SUNDECkS

The Sundeck Centre ..................... 24

WINDOWS & GLASS

Dobson’s Glass Ltd. ...................... 11

K.W. Doors & Windows ................. 11

WINDOW COVERINGS

Gary Interiors Ltd. ........................... 8

Phantom Screens ........................... 3

Tidal Blinds ..................................... 7

United Floors .................................. 8

Index to AdvertIsers


Spring 2014

Call Toll Free 1-855-653-0911

Owned & Operated by Mike OliwaServing the Cowichan Valley Since 2000

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MKE and MKE COMFORT SYSTEMS LTDyour Heating, Air Conditioning &

Refrigeration Specialists

email: [email protected]

ServICeS:• Plumbing• CCD Backflow Valve Tests• Construction• Mechanical• Electrical• Heating• Refrigeration• Glass and glazing services• Water Filtration Systems• Ice Machines• Beverage Coolers• Fire extinguisher serviceAnd more…

Commercial ResidentialServing Vancouver Island with all your Refrigeration & Facility Service needs


Spring 2014

• Custom Wall Surrounds• Acrylic Bathtub Liners• Bathtub to Shower Conversions• Retrofit Bathtubs Installed• Walk In Tubs• Complete Bathroom Renovations

Call Today for a FREE ESTIMATE

250-746-1030Independently Owned & Operated by Bill Swain


Serving Residential & Commercial Customers Since 1989

AARDVARKBACKHOE

SEPTIC SYSTEMS & SEWER CONNECTIONS

•Registered Onsite Wastewater Practitioner•Percolation Testing•Pressure Distribution & Treatment Systems

•Member of BCOSSA, ASTTBC•Government Certi� ed Installers•Engineered Class 3 Systems

Serving Lower Vancouver Island

26 Years Experience

[email protected] Hill 250-743-4214

Duncan 250-748-5733 • John (cell) 250-709-5060

Residential/CommercialTop Quality - Competitive Rates

7 Days A Week - 24 Hours

Years ExperienceYears Experience

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Residential/CommercialTop Quality - Competitive Rates

7 Days A Week - 24 Hours

We take great pride in ourQuality Craftsmanship and Customer Service

Serving the Cowichan Valley Since 2008

• Fireplaces • Showers• Kitchen & Baths • Residential• Custom Tables • Commercial

• Restoration

Call Chris Holland for a Free ConsultationMention this ad & receive

10%OFF until May 31, 2014

Visit Facebook or our website to view photos(including before & afters)

250-324-3998 cell [email protected]

Crofton, B.C. www.bullseyethegraniteguy.com

FREECLEANINGGUTTER

SPECIAL!$14900

+HST

SPRING CLEANINGWITH OUR

Price includes:• Full colour recorded

camera inspection• Roto Root all problem areas

in your perimeter drains• Free cleaning of all gutters


Affordable Property Drainage Specialists

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SPECIAL!$14900

+HST

SPRING CLEANINGWITH OUR

Price includes:• Full colour recorded

camera inspection• Roto Root all problem areas

in your perimeter drains• Free cleaning of all gutters


Affordable Property Drainage SpecialistsFully licensed and insured


Spring has Sprung...it’s time to get your perimeter drains done!

Price includes:• Full colour camera inspection• Roto Root all problem areas

in your perimeter drains(flushing not included)

+GST


Spring 2014

BUILDINGDavid Coulson Design Ltd.Phone: (250) 746-5372Email: [email protected] www.davidcoulsondesign.comComplete design/build and renovation services. Building green on Vancouver Island for over 25 years. Proud member of the Canada Green Building Council. Ad page 11

Mountain Man ServicesQuality Craftsmanship Through Enthusiasm & Integrity since 1996New & Renovation Construction:• Custom Fencing • Decks & Gates • Staircases & Gazebos • Balconies & Stairs • KiosksDenis Pilon cel: 250-715-8252250-749-4250 (home)email: [email protected] Ad page 7

Ye Old Dogwood LumberPhone: (250) 715-1678 Email:[email protected] Cowichan Valley HighwayFull Dimension Cedar & Fir • Decking • Fencing • Post & Beam • Custom CuttingAd page 10

CONTRACTORS/SUPPLIESCopycat Printing & Design Ltd.Phone: (250) 701-0582Fax: (250) 701-0583Email: [email protected]#7 5777 Trans Canada Hwy, DuncanWide format (oversized) prnting. Digital colour laser prints or copies.Ad page 18

David Coulson Design Ltd.Phone: (250) 746-5372Email: [email protected] www.davidcoulsondesign.comComplete design/build and renovation services. Building green on Vancouver Island for over 20 years. Proud member of the Canada Green Building Council. Ad page 11


Richard’s Island Perimeter Drains1-800-867-8084Affordable property drainage specialists. Camera inspections. Roto rooting. Power flushing. System updates and clean-outs. Complete and partial drain replacement. Cali drain installs. French drains. Sump pumps. Sewer systems. All gutter repair and replacement. FREE cleaning of all gutters. Seniors discounts (60+ years). Fully licensed and insured.Ad page 6

[email protected]

250-715-7733www.tidalblinds.ca

✦ Complete Window Coverings✦ Free Estimates & Delivery

✦ Locally Owned ✦ Seniors Discounts✦ Professional Installations

Featuring Blinds “Made in B.C.”

Horizontal BlindsVertical BlindsRoller Shades

Made “Right” in B.C.250-210-4633250-715-7733

Authorized Dealer

Quality Blinds

On Any Budget

60% off

Free EstimatesLifetime WarrantyProfessional Installation2 Week Delivery

“GoodOld Fashioned

Service”

Quality Craftsmanship ThroughEnthusiasm & Integrity Since 1996

New & Renovation

Construction

We do:• Custom Fencing• Decks & Gates• Staircases &

GazebosFRee CoNSultatioNS

DetaileD WRitteN quoteS“We are limited only by your imagination”

DeNiS PiloN Cell: 250-715-8252Home: 250-749-4250 Email: [email protected]

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Find it online!www.cowichannewsleader.com


Spring 2014

2727 James Street, DUNCAN250-748-9977

LADYSMITH 250-245-0046www.mastercraftflooring.ca

David Kulhawy, Owner

Hardwood, Laminate,Carpet, Lino, Ceramic Tile, Blinds & More

FIRST IN FLOORING

#101-2700 Beverly Street250-746-4851 www.duncanfloors.com

FREE in-house consultation so we can discuss your needs in the comfort of your home.

Phil, Wendy & Deta

Ask the experts

(778) 455-5100 #6-6961 Trans Canada Hwy (off of Sprott Rd)

Cowichan Landscape & Irrigation Supplies

Rain Bird • Dripmist • Poly • PVC • Tools, Installs, Landscaping,

Maintenance & Much More!

Featuring

BBQs

YOUR ONE STOP SHOP!

Simply Sophisticated.Simply Sophisticated.

EX TRAORD INARY �W INDOW FASH I ONS

Alustra® Counterparts(Silhouette® and Luminette®)

Six Inspired Window Fashions.One Remarkable Collection.

Style elevates everyday life and The Alustra® Collection elevatesstyle. With unique fabrics and finishes, along with exquisitedetailing, impeccable workmanship and enduring elegance,Hunter Douglas offers “The Alustra Difference” — a distinctivecollection of exclusive window fashions.

250-746-9901156C Government St. Duncan (by appointment)

www.garyinteriors.ca email: [email protected]


Spring 2014

Mon.-Fri. 7:00 am - 5:30 pm. Sat. 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Closed Sunday.5146 POLKEY ROAD, DUNCAN 746-4722

Windsor Plywood

visit us on line at www.windsorplywood.com or [email protected]

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATEDServing your building & renovation needs for over 30 years!

Service iS our Trademark

Specialty plyWOODS

FlOORiNG

FeNciNGDOORS

SiDiNGS

Standard & Cabinet Plywoods, Pre-finished Birch, Sanded Fir, Imports & Domestic, Formply’s, Baltic 5x5, Hardboards, Pegboards, Ultra Light MDF, Melamines. FIr & Tropical Marine.

MOUlDiNGS We carry a wide selection of Primed Ultra Lite and Finger Joint. Some Fir, Maple, Hemlock and Oak.

Engineered & Solid Hardwood, Laminate, Click Vinyl Plank & Tiles, Some Unfin. Fir, Oak, Pine, etc. & U-Lays

We stock Cedar Channel, Bevel, Board & Batten + T&G, Ranchwall (3/8 & 5/8) Hardi Plank -Primed & Coloured, Smart Lap, Certainteed & Vinyl available special order (1 wk away)

Premium 4 sq. Spruce, Some Fir, Cedar & Treated, Rough Lumber Available, Special Orders.

Lots of Cedar fence boards. We special order 8’ panels, and we also custom build 1x2 clear cedar lattice panels to your needs.

Radius Edge Cedar & Treated, 2x4, 2x6 Cedar & Treated, 12-20 Lengths Composite

We carry a complete line of Interior Door samples, wood, moulded, primed, french, shaker, paint grades, fir, cedar, pine & hemlock. Exotic species such as cherry, maple, walnut, knotty alder available on special orders. Exterior doors are available in metal, fibreglass, fir, cedar, hemlock & knotty alder. Exotic species also available on special orders.

We have acomplete

door shop in back for all your

pre-hanging & customizing

needs!

cONcRete We carry a good selection of Paving Stones, Concrete Slabs & Retaining Wall Blocks. Bagged Cement, Mortar, Post Haste, Redi-Mix. Special Orders available 1 week away from Vancouver.

paNelliNG We stock a good selection of T&G Panelling including Cedar, Pine and some Fir when available. Lots of 4x8 Vinyl Panelling & Beadboard/Wainscotting.

VG Fir, Hemlock, Oak, Maple, Poplar, Cherry, Pine. F/J & u/liteFir + Mahogany.

DecKiNG

lUMBeR

Galvallume, 8-14’ in stock. Coloured, Special order (1 wk)Metal ROOFiNG

S4S FiNiSHiNG

12” and 16” Laminated Pine and White Melamine.

Penofin (Int/ Exterior), Minwax, Varathane, Bona Floor Finishes, Saman StainsStaiNS, FiNiSHeS

SHelviNG

SpiNDleS Interior, Exterior, Wood/Metal Porch Posts and Columns

We also carry aluminum Gutters & Soffit, Combface Trims, Vinyl Trims & Soffit, Cabinet Hardware, Builders Hardware, Lock sets


Spring 2014

250-715-16786357 Cowichan Valley Hwy., (Hwy 18) Duncan

email:[email protected]

Now Supplying

Full Dimension Cedar and Fir• Decking • Fencing • Post & Beam

• Custom Cutting

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-4 Sat. 8-3

Murray Logan, Manager

VAN ISLE SLATEHope Place, Chemainus Industrial Park

250-246-4773www.vanisleslate.com

Landscape & Masonry Stone

Naturally Beautiful

Cowichan Green CommunityWhere Community and Environment Meet

www.cowichangreencommunity.org/ceres

Call us today! 250.748.8506

❀ Consultation ❀ Permaculture Design ❀ Installation ❀ Organic Maintenance

Fresh ideasfor your garden

a social enterprise initiative of

David Kvlhawy, OwnerDavid Kvlhawy, Owner

JIM CLEOUGH DESIGN & DRAFTING

• New Homes • Renovations

Let me designyour dream

250-748-8122 Jim Cleough

Since 1990 Landscape fabrics are used to prevent weed growth while still allowing air, oxygen and water to � ow to and from the soil. Landscape fabrics are a chemical-free way to prevent weed growth, endearing them to eco-friendly homeowners. Landscape

fabrics, once laid, also are a far less labor-intensive method to prevent weed growth, as they can be effective for several years, during which homeowners can expect to perform little or no maintenance. In addition, many homeowners prefer landscape fabrics because they can help the soil effectively maintain moisture during dry periods, when gardens might otherwise be highly susceptible to drought. Once put down, landscape fabric can be covered with mulch to add aesthetic appeal.

DID YOU KNOW?


Spring 2014

ToriStacie

GLASS LTD

186 Ingram St., Duncan www.dobsonsglass.comFax: 250-746-4642 Email: [email protected]

250-746-4824

We Stand Behind Our GlassWindshield Replacement & RepairFamily Owned & Operated since 1903

Photo: L to RLucas, Stacie, Tori, Justin, Mike, Ralph

For All Your Glass Needs

We Stand Behind Our GlassWindshield Replacement & RepairFamily Owned & Operated since 1903

c u s to m m a d e a f f o r da b l enew home • renovation • kitchen/bath

t 250.746.5372e [email protected]

building green on vancouver island for 20 years

Celebrating 25 years building in the

Cowichan Valley

250-743-4011 • Mill Baywww.kwdoorsandwindows.com

BUILT UP TO A STANDARDNOT DOWN TO A PRICE

Quality. Craftsmanship. Character.


Spring 2014

Spring has sprung, and there are many activities to enjoy now that the warmer weather has arrived. Many homeown-

ers make the most of warmer weather by tackling projects around their properties.

While autumn is a better time to overseed a lawn for new growth, satisfactory results still can be had if seeding is done early enough in the spring. Grass needs ample time to establish roots and grow strong before the summer heat takes its toll. Many types of grass need six to 12 weeks of ideal

temperatures and growing conditions to germinate and produce a sturdy grass that will grow and endure.

Seeding can be done to rejuvenate an exist-ing lawn and fill in bare spots. It also can be done to start a lawn from scratch. The fol-lowing are some tips to help make seeding projects more successful.

• Begin by raking the lawn to remove thatch and any fallen leaves leftover from autumn and winter. Raking also enables you to in-spect the lawn for bare patches or matting of

grass that may be indicative of a fungus or other problem.

• Dust off the mower and trim the lawn short, especially if it was left long at the end of last season. This will help seed pen-etrate the blades of grass and get to the soil beneath.

• High-traffic lawns may need aeration to counteract compacted soil. Moss on the ground is often an indication of compac-tion. Aeration will help with this problem, as it pokes holes into the soil to enable oxy-genation that keeps new grass robust and promotes faster growth. Lawn aerators can be rented from many garden centers.

• Spread a mixture of topsoil and compost over the top of the lawn. This will add nutri-ents through organic matter to the lawn and create a good base for the new seed to take root. It will also help strengthen any existing grass and promote long-term health.

• Test a sample of the soil to check the pH. Grass prefers a neutral pH, but some soil tends to lean toward the acidic side, espe-cially if you see the presence of moss. Know-ing the pH will help determine just how

much lime per square foot you will need to adjust it accordingly. Liming is a corrective measure and does not need to be used on a healthy, thriving lawn.

• Invest in a spreader to add seed to the lawn. The spreader will have various settings that enable you to calibrate the rate of seed dis-persion depending on your walking speed. Fill the spreader with seed and begin to walk around the lawn. Drop spreaders require you to apply seed in rows with no overlap. Broad-cast spreaders will cast seed widely and may need some overlap to guarantee complete coverage.

• Spread another thin layer of compost mix over the seed and water thoroughly. The compost will help keep moisture in while the seeds germinate.

• Aim for lawn watering two to three times per day. The seed should be barely dry be-tween watering. After seeds have germinated and established, you can reduce the frequen-cy of watering but increase the depth of the watering to keep roots strong.

• Avoid foot traffic on a newly seeded lawn until the grass is well established.

Give us a call for all your Heating Fuel, Gasoline or Diesel Needs. We also carry Lube Oils,

Fuel Tanks & Pumps

Supporting the Communitywith the

Community’s Support!

2999 Allenby Rd 250-746-4511DUNCAN PAVING CO.

Now’s the time to have your drivewayor parking lot paved.

We provide expertise in:driveways, parking lots, tennis courts, log sorts,

roads, asphalt curbs, crack sealing, concrete curbs & sidewalks

Duncan Paving has the Cowichan Valley’s only permanent asphalt plant and continues in our fourth

decade of providing award winning local service.

No obligation, free estimates for any residential, commercial or industrial asphalt paving need.

250-748-2531

the town!(... or at least the kitchen!)

Professional quality. locally owned

Spring lawn seeding basics


Spring 2014

CONTRACTORS/SUPPLIES The Sundeck CentrePhone: (250) 748-1418www.sundecksandrailings.com2853 Roberts Rd, DuncanLow maintenance aluminum railings. Tuf deck vinyl decking & aluminum canopies.Ad page 24

Windsor PlywoodPhone: (250) 746-4722Web: www.windsorplywood.com5146 Polkey Road, DuncanSo much more than a plywood store. We are the renovation specialists. Mouldings, doors, flooring, lumber, stair parts, plywood. Installations arranged.Ad page 9


dESIgNS/PLANS Copycat Printing & Design Ltd.#7-5777 Trans Canada Hwy. DuncanPhone: 250.701.0582 Fax: [email protected] format (oversized). Digital colour laser prints or copies.Ad page 18

Jim Cleough Design & DraftingPhone: 250-748-8122“Let me design your dream”Jim Cleough Design specializes in both new home & renovation design. Providing the highest quality and commitment to excellence since 1990.Ad page 10

dOORSK.W. Doors & WindowsPhone: (250) 743-4011www.kwdoorsandwindows.com “Built Up to a Standard, Not Down to a Price.”Quality. Craftsmanship. Character. Providing exquisite doors and windows for our valued customers since 1976.Ad page 11

EQUIPMENT SALES, RENTALS & REPAIRCowichan Rentals Phone: (250) 748-1431 [email protected] 3050 Allenby Road, Duncan Rentals, Sales and Service, Power Equipment or Tools, Authorized Dealer for RedMax, Briggs & Stratton, Honda Power Equipment, Open Mon-Fri 7:30-5:00 Sat. 7:30- 4:00. Ad page 17

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Spring 2014

Open floor plans have evolved to be the floor plan of choice in new homes and current home renovations. Turn

on a home renovation show, and you’re likely to see eager homeowners knocking down walls to open the kitchen to the family room. Walls have become anathema to homeown-ers.

There are many supporters of the open floor plan, particularly those who entertain fre-quently or like to keep an eye on children throughout the house. Although open floor plans are touted, there are plenty of people who have never been enamored with having all of their rooms flowing into one. There also are some people who prefer a different style.

For those who are not fans of the open floor plan, blame the excess of the 1980s for their inception. In homes built in the 1960s and 1970s, rooms were compartmentalized and isolated for specific activities. During the 1980s, an era of “bigger is better,” when

entertaining was widely popular among homeowners, designers noticed that many homeowners preferred an open floor plan in which rooms merged into one another, creat-ing the illusion of more space. These floor plans also enable people to be in separate rooms and still interact with one another across the space.

A home’s floor plan largely depends on the preference of the homeowner. There are many advantages to having an open floor plan versus one that is more compartmental-ized. Here is a look at some of the pros and cons.

Pro: Open floor plans can be safer for par-ents of young children. If the home opens up with the living spaces branching off from the kitchen, parents can keep an eye on chil-dren while the parents prepare dinner. It also eliminates the number of places that kids can hide and get into mischief.

Con:Privacy is reduced in a home with few walls. Much in the way that an open floor

plan enables children to be seen from every angle, it also enables you to be seen -- and all of your belongings as well. There’s also no place to retreat to if you need a minute to collect yourself when entertaining. You’re on display unless you retreat to the bath-room.

Pro: Entertaining can be easier in a home with an open floor plan because hosts and hostesses are not separated from their guests or holed up in the kitchen the entire time. An open space enables everyone to mingle and conversations to flow.

Con: Those who like to host events without showing guests all of their dirty dishes or secrets of the kitchen may dislike an open floor plan.

Pro: Light can flow effectively through an open space, minimizing dark rooms and reducing the need to install more windows. Light in and of itself can help a home feel more spacious.

Con: While light can flow easily, so can

sound. Noises through the house may be amplified. A student doing homework in the dining room may be disturbed by the televi-sion blaring in the family room. Talking on the phone or even finding a quiet nook to read a book may be challenging.

Pro:Open floor plans allow for more family time together in one space than a home with a more compartmentalized layout.

Con: People who are collectors or who have a lot of furniture or accent items may find that open floor plans do not work well with this type of design mantra.

Pro: Because several rooms run into one another, color choices for walls and furnish-ings in a home with an open floor plan can be limited and cohesive, making choices easier.

Con: On the flip side, those who want to in-corporate different color schemes and eclec-tic styles may have difficulty deciding on where to “end” rooms or how to co-mingle furniture.

Pros and cons of open floor plans


Spring 2014


EQUIPMENT SALES, RENTALS & REPAIR Island Saw and TurfPhone: (250) 748-4341Email: [email protected]: www.islandsawandturf.caFor all your yard maintenance. Equipment, parts, sales and service. Lawn mowers, zero turn mowers, chainsaws, grass trimmers and more.Ad page 19

Island Tractor & Supply (1999) Ltd.Duncan (250) 746-17552928 Sprott RoadWeb: www.islandtractors.comSales, supply. Rentals of Kubota equipment.Ad page

Robinson Rentals(250) 748-58815972 Trans Canada HwyFor those tools you don’t have, rent them from us.Mon-Fri 8-5 Sat 8:30-12:30Ad page 18

EXCAVATINGAardvark Backhoe Services Ltd.Phone (250)748-5733Fax: (250) 743-5264Email: [email protected] septic systems installed and repaired.Registered onsite wastewater practitioner. Government certified installers. Residential & commercial. Top quality, competitive rates. 7 days a week. 24 hours.Ad page 6

fENCINGMountain Man ServicesQuality Craftsmanship Through Enthusiasm & Integrity since 1996New & Renovation Construction:• Custom Fencing • Decks & Gates • Staircases & Gazebos • Balconies & Stairs • KiosksDenis Pilon cel: 250-715-8252250-749-4250 (home)email: [email protected] Ad page 7


fLooR CoVERINGSMastercraft FlooringPhone: (250) 748-9977 Fax: (250) 748-1525 Email: [email protected], Laminate, Carpet, Lino, Ceramic Tile, Blinds and more.Ad page 8


fUEL SERVICESCowichan Petroleum SalesPhone: (250) 746-4511 Fax: (250) [email protected] Allenby Road, DuncanFuel experts. Heating fuels, gasoline or diesel. Also lube oils, fuel tanks and pumps.Ad page 12

fIREPLACESBullseye the Granite GuyBus: 250-324-3998Cell: 250-701-5210Email: [email protected] take great pride in our quality craftsmanship and customer service.Ad page 6

GARDENING & GARDEN EQUIPMENTIsland Saw and TurfPhone: (250) 748-4341Email: [email protected]: www.islandsawandturf.caFor all your yard maintenance. Equipment, parts, sales and service. Lawn mowers, zero turn mowers, chainsaws, grass trimmers and more.Ad page 19



GLASSDobson’s Glass Ltd.Phone: (250) 746-4824 186 Ingram St, Duncanwww.dobsonsglass.comOpposite the Post OfficeGlass Express. Auto, home, business. Steamed Thermo pane replacement. Windshield replacement & repair.Mon-Fri 8-5 Sat 9-5Ad page 11

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HEATING & REFRIGERATION Veridis Plumbing & Heating Ltd.Phone 250-709-5796Fax 250-929-8985www.veridisplumbing.com reliable - honest - efficientVeridis Plumbing & Heating is a full service plumbing, heating, and gas company serving the Cowichan Valley on beautiful Vancouver Island. Our approach to plumbing and heating is that of sustainability and efficiency.Tel 250-709-5796Fax 250-929-8985URL www.veridisplumbing.comAd page 13

K.I.P. Appliance [email protected] years + on KENMORE products. Quality workmanship. Refrigeration, gas, maintenance, installs, all brands parts and service. Serving DUNCAN to VICTORIA.Ad page 3

HOME RENOVATION/HOusE DEsIGNs Jim Cleough Design & DraftingPhone: 250-748-8122“Let me design your dream”Jim Cleough Design specializes in both new home & renovation design. Providing the highest quality and commitment to excellence since 1990.Ad page 10

David Coulson Design Ltd.Phone: (250) 746-5372Email: [email protected] www.davidcoulsondesign.comComplete design/build and renovation services. Building green on Vancouver Island for 25 years. Proud member of the Canada Green Building Council. Ad page 11

INTERIOR DEsIGNGary Interiors Ltd.Phone: (250) 746-9901 Fax: (250) 746-8992Email: [email protected]: garyinteriors.ca156C Government St., Duncan. By

appointment. Creative, professional and personable service. Design and installation of draperies, custom upholstery. Competitive pricing and knowledgeable assistance for all types of blinds and shutters. Linda Gary welcomes your call. Ad page 8

United Floors101-2700 Beverly Street Duncan,Phone: (250) 746-4851 Fax: (250) 746-6412www.duncanfloors.comYour one-stop resource for all your carpet, hardwood, stone and tile, area rugs and laminate flooring needs. Free in-house consultation.Ad page 8

kITcHEN DEsIGNBullseye the Granite GuyBus: 250-324-3998Cell: 250-701-5210Email: [email protected] take great pride in our quality craftsmanship and customer serviceAd page 8

LANDscAPINGCeres Edible Landscaping Phone (250) 748-8506 www.cowichangreencommunity.org/ceres From consultation to maintenance. Eco friendly designs. Permaculture education. Ad page 10

Cowichan Landscape & Irrigation SuppliesPhone: (778) 455-5100“Your One-Stop Shop.” Rainbird, Dripmist, Poly, PVC, Tools, Installs, Landscaping, Maintenance and much more!Ad page 8

Island Saw and TurfPhone: (250) 748-4341Email: [email protected]: www.islandsawandturf.caFor all your yard maintenance. Equipment, parts, sales and service. Lawn mowers, zero turn mowers, chainsaws, grass trimmers and more.Ad page 19

Van Isle SlatePhone (250) 246-4773 Fax (250) 246-4779Email: [email protected] Industrial Park, Hwy #1, ChemainusFlagstone, Tumbled Stepping Stones, Wall Stone, Steps & Slabs, Landscape Features & More!Ad page 10


MAsONRyVan Isle SlatePhone (250) 246-4773 Fax (250) 246-4779Email: [email protected] Industrial Park, Hwy #1, ChemainusFlagstone, Tumbled Stepping Stones, Wall Stone, Steps & Slabs, Landscape Features & More!Ad page 10

PAINTING/ PAINTING suPPLIEsMill Bay Paint & HardwareHours: Mon-Sat. 9 ~ 5Phone: (250) 929-7102Choose quality. It’s the first step in a great paint job! Professional quality. Locally owned.Mill Bay CentreAd page 12

Pat the PainterPhone: (250) 246-0248Email: [email protected] estimates. Reasonable rates. Satisfaction guaranteed. No job is too small!Ad page 2


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PAVINGDuncan Paving Co.Phone: (250) 748-2531Driveways, parking lots, tennis courts. Crack sealing. Concrete curbs and sidewalks, log sorts and roads. Hot and cold asphalt. Free estimates.Ad page 12

Royal PavingPhone: (250) 746-1702Driveways, repairs, stamped asphalt. 100% recycled hot mix.Ad page 11

PLUMBINGGriffiths Home Plumbing CentrePhone: (250) 746-4534Email: [email protected] Government Street, DuncanBathroom renovation centre, modern showroom. Brand names, quality fixtures, hot water tanks, well pumps, sprinkler systems and supplies.Ad page 5, 23

Veridis Plumbing & Heating Ltd.Phone 250-709-5796Fax 250-929-8985www.veridisplumbing.com reliable - honest - efficientVeridis Plumbing & Heating is a full service plumbing, heating, and gas company serving the Cowichan Valley on beautiful Vancouver Island. Our approach to plumbing and heating is that of sustainability and efficiency.Tel 250-709-5796Fax 250-929-8985URL www.veridisplumbing.comAd page 13

POOLS & HOT TUBSAquafun Family Pools & Spas Ltd.Phone: (250) 748-2611 Fax: (250) 748-2629Email: [email protected] Web: www.aquafunpools.ca5265 Trans Canada Highway, DuncanSwimming pools, hot tubs & saunas. Fully stocked parts department. We service all makes & models. Free water testing & advice to help you enjoy the water.Ad page 17

RecycLINGIsland Return It Recycling250-748-20666476 Norcross [email protected] than a bottle depot. FREE recycling. Open 7 days a week. Inside sorting. Friendly staff. Helping hundreds of people and charitable organizations. Check out our website for detailed information on our many services and programs.Ad page 19

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Robinson Rentals(250) 748-58815972 Trans Canada HwyFor those tools you don’t have, rent them from us.Mon-Fri 8-5 Sat 8:30-12:30Ad page 18

RENovATioNS Bullseye the Granite GuyBus: 250-324-3998Cell: 250-701-5210Email: [email protected] take great pride in our quality craftsmanship and customer service.Ad page 6


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The kitchen is arguably the most-used room in the house during waking hours. Having a kitchen that is laid out in an efficient manner can improve productivity and make for a more enjoyable experience. Designers often stress having an effective

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Richard’s Island Perimeter Drains1-800-867-8084Affordable property drainage specialists. Camera inspections. Roto rooting. Power flushing. System updates and clean-outs. Complete and partial drain replacement. Cali drain installs. French drains. Sump pumps. Sewer systems. All gutter repair and replacement. FREE cleaning of all gutters. Seniors discounts (60+ years). Fully licensed and insured.Ad page 6

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SUnDECKSThe Sundeck CentrePhone: (250) 748-1418www.sundecksandrailings.com2853 Roberts Rd, DuncanLow maintenance aluminum railings. Tuf deck vinyl decking & aluminum canopies.Ad page 24

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WINDOW COVERINGSSee also Interior DesignGary Interiors Ltd.Phone: (250) 746-9901 Fax: (250) 746-8992Email: [email protected] Web: garyinteriors.ca156C Government St., Duncan. By appointment.Creative, professional and personable service. Design and installation of draperies, custom upholstery. Competitive pricing and knowledgeable assistance for all types of blinds and shutters. Linda Gary welcomes your call. Ad page 8

Phantom ScreensPhone: (250) 743-6718Email: [email protected] screens for double french, sliding patio, front entry doors & more.Ad page 3

Tidal BlindsPhone (250)715-7733 or(250)416-0097Email: [email protected]: www.tidalblinds.caQuality Blinds on any budget. Horizontal, vertical, roller shades. Free installation for Seniors. Made ‘right’ in B.C.Ad page 7


More and more homeowners embracing a relatively new way to shower. Walk-in, or walk-behind, showers are doorless

structures that are designed to give the shower a more open look. Walk-in showers are often appear larger than more traditional showers, and those that do take up more space do so to prevent water from spraying around the room. Though walk-in showers do not have doors, they do employ a glass partition to keep water in. Walk-in showers often give a bathroom a more modern look, but their role is more than aesthetic. In fact, many seniors find it is easier to get in and out of a walk-in shower, something that could reduce their risk of falling and suffering an injury.

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Rainwater collection is a way to con-serve water that can be adopted by both private homeowners and busi-

nesses. Harvesting water during peak times of precipitation ensures water will be on hand during drought or when water re-strictions are implemented. Making use of rainwater reduces reliance on underground wells or municipal water systems. Harvesting rainwater also can help prevent flooding and soil erosion.

The average homeowner can collect thou-sands of gallons of rainwater each year. To learn just how much water can be harvested, as well as how many natural resources can be produced from that rain, visit www.save-the-rain.com, where men and women can calculate their rain collection potential by geographic location and average rainfall. Afterward, homeowners may be inclined to establish their own rainwater harvesting sys-tems. Here is how to get started.

• Determine your roofing material. Potable water can be harvested from homes with sheet metal or slate roofing. Clay or adobe tiles also may be acceptable. Asphalt, wood shingles and tar roofs may leach toxic chemi-cals into the water, making it unsafe for drinking. This rainwater may only be col-lected to use for irrigation methods or wash-ing cars and outdoor items.

• Check gutter materials. Some gutters are made with lead soldering components. A commercial lead swab test can help you de-termine if there is lead present in your gut-ters. At a later time you can choose to replace the gutters if you desire a potable supply of water.

• Invest in a collection tank or barrel. A number of manufacturers offer prefabricat-ed rain collection systems complete with col-lection barrels. Otherwise, you can use your own barrel or tank to house the collected water. Ensure it is large enough to handle the volume of water collected.

• Purchase and install leaf guards. If your

home is surrounded by many trees, you prob-ably accumulate leaf and tree debris in your home gutters and downspouts. Leaf guards will help keep the gutters clear and increase water flow through the water collection sys-tem.

• Create a water collection area. A portion of the gutter system should be removed so that it connects to the collection barrel or tank. As the rain falls, it will run down the roof and into the gutters before it streams

into the downspouts. The downspout con-nected to the tank will deposit the water di-rectly inside. Filters can be installed to help block the flow of debris.

• Outfit the tank for overflow and water us-age. A spigot and hose connection makes it easy to use the collected water for outdoor purposes. Many rainwater collection systems are designed with an overflow safeguard that will prevent the water from backing up through the system. It will divert the rain-

water back out of the downspout when the barrel or tank is full.

A rainwater collection system harnesses a natural source of water to be used for gar-dens and other outdoor purposes. This water doesn’t contain chlorine or other additives, making it relatively clean and safe to use. Homeowners should check to see if a permit is necessary to install a rainwater collection system and then begin gathering water for various uses.

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Tis the season for making changes in and around the home. The arrival of warmer weather renews homeowners’

vigor for various home improvement proj-ects, and many have grand plans for interior and exterior renovations as they prep their living spaces for comfort, beauty and enter-taining opportunities. While there are many worthy projects to pursue, adding outdoor lighting to a home can help increase its value and make the home safer and more attractive in the evening hours.

According to the American Lighting As-sociation, with a few updates to outside lighting, families can make even better use of their homes at night. Adding outdoor lighting is easier and less expensive than many homeowners may know, allowing them to transform an existing patio, deck or pool area into an enjoyable nighttime retreat. Pool parties, dinners on the patio or bar-becues with neighbors become even more memorable when outdoor lighting is added or improved. But homeowners who want to

install or upgrade their outdoor lighting should consider the following tips, courtesy of ALA.

• Improve navigation. Lighting is typi-cally layered into a room or outdoor space in three ways: overhead, task and ambient. Even outdoors, where there are no typical boundaries and borders, those three layers are necessary. Outdoor overhead lighting should improve visibility on steps, paths and walking surfaces, especially where there’s a bend or an intersection. Task lighting can be used around cooking or gardening areas. Ambient light will cast a comforting glow around any outdoor space.

• Enhance security. To improve visibility and security, combine a motion detector with a sconce to illuminate dark corners or en-tryways. Be sure to aim lights away from the door to improve visibility. Lanterns on either side of the door can give a home a warm, welcoming appearance and improve the safety of entryways.

• Create outdoor rooms. Outdoor lighting at the borders of a space is a great way to create barriers, both vertically and horizontally. Lights in a tree create something akin to a chandelier hung in the middle of the sky, and even accent lights in the general area of the edge of a patio, deck or porch will shine across the space and provide enough of a comfort level for people to understand where things are.

• Reduce glare. Outdoor lighting that casts a glare can be blinding, as can light that’s too bright. Lighting along paths should be cast downward, with fixtures that are hooded. A variety of lighting options will create lay-ers, allowing you to add or subtract as neces-sary. Exterior-safe dimmers also can provide flexible control over the level of light, as can movable fixtures added to a patio or porch.

• Add decorative elements. Just as arbors, pergolas, patios and other outdoor elements help to enhance the style of an outdoor space, so, too, can lighting contribute to a

well-designed landscape. Lighting should play up decorative features of a yard and add the ambience that homeowners desire. Step lights make passage safe while also highlighting molding or trim details. An outdoor chandelier can make for a wonder-ful accent during dinnertime on the deck or under a pergola. Patio lights provide atmo-sphere as well as illumination for cooking outside.

• Enhance views from inside. Outdoor light-ing can make the view from inside pleasant and enjoyable. Use a variety of lights, in-cluding spotlights on trees, lights dotted along pathways and accent lights on unique landscape features, to create an idyllic land-scape visible from inside the home.

Outdoor lighting enhances functionality of yards and landscapes while making such areas safer for homeowners and their guests once the sun has gone down.

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