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Ikea has launched a new digital service that lets people take opinions and help from the company’s interior designers in planning how to renovate their space. The service costs $99 for a room and $299 in a business setting.


To utilize the service, you must make an appointment first, then fill a survey that helps designers determine your preferences and requirements. In the final creative stage, the designer will construct a mood board and generate a 3D image of your space where they will put together the materials, furnishing, and lighting. If you want to make any purchases of the items used, the designer will select them for you that you will just need to pay for.

Ikea’s Latest Interior Design Service Lets People Enhance their Spaces with Experts’ Help

The Most Searched Furniture on Google

Research carried out by Maple Furniture provides a snapshot of the Top 15 most popular furniture pieces searched online, ordered by the estimated volume of monthly searches. 


Wardrobes are the most searched for type of furniture, with 301,000 searches per month. 

The Most Searched Furniture on Google #Infographic

Ikea will no more publish its catalogs

Ikea has always been a huge name in the furniture industry and the number one choice for the people. From premium quality furniture to useful home accessories, Ikea has everything that one is looking for. The company used to publish a catalog every year for the new products that it will feature; unfortunately, the company has decided to stop the publication. Ikea’s catalogs were sold worldwide and were extremely handy for the customers. The company was established 70 years ago, and it is the first time since the establishment that its catalogs won’t be published from now on. The very first Ikea’s catalog was put together by the company’s founder, Ingvar Kamprad, in 1951.

The main reason for discontinuing the publication for catalog is the takeover of digital technology. The company has observed that their catalogs were not getting the deserved readership, and digital attention was taking a rise. Just like every other company in the world, Ikea also had to shut down for an unknown period of time and attract the customers online. Surprisingly, the company’s online retail sales increased by 45% more globally compared to the previous year. Ikea reported as massive as four billion visits on its online stores during the pandemic. To enhance customer’s online shopping experience, Ikea worked on improving its digital as well as the physical market. The furniture giant opened small stores in city centers that people can easily reach from wherever they live.

Ikea will no more publish its catalogs


                     Make Your Own Bug Repellent
At some point in our lives, we all are struck with different kinds of bugs in our homes. No matter what the type is, bugs can be annoying as they bring about damage and allergies with them. Getting rid of bugs is not an easy task; using bug fix chemicals can cause a health risk, so people are finding natural bug fixes to get rid of them.  Using natural bug fixes can keep the bugs and insects away, and you can be safe without the use of harmful pesticides. Here are eight easy ways to get rid of these tiny unwanted creatures from your houses.

 One of the natural bug fixers is peppermint bug spray for ants. The method of making this spray is to fill the spray bottle halfway with water, add ½ cup of witch hazel, add ten drops of peppermint essential oil. After adding all the solutions, shake up the solutions, and spray around ant entry points, ants can go away with the smell of peppermint and be dissuaded from entering. 

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Wood Chipper Safety: The Ultimate Guide

Wood chipper machines are useful powered tools for backyard care, It can split branch to small piece. There is no doubt that wood chipper and chipper shredder machine can greatly improve our work efficiency. But, We must remember that safety is more important than efficiency. While using this machine certain precautions to be flowed to avoid any serious injuries. The following infographic will help you get a clear and insightful understanding of How To Safely Use a Wood Chipper.

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How Much Does It Cost to Replace Windows?

A critical part of your home is Windows. It provides natural light, views outdoors and helps the home to remain ventilated during hotter months. Windows also provide emergency escapes, so construction code in every bedroom or sleeping room of a dwelling needs a window. Just put, a house would not be full without windows.

Do you need a substitute window? How much will this cost and is the investment worth? There are many variables that influence the price of replacing your window. the window style, the materials, the number and the number of characteristics you will require. In general, the price could be about $10,000 if the windows were replaced by an average home with less than 10 windows (and none of which were custom-made or high-end). It is much more than that in many instances. Read more about this.

You likely want to change your windows if your windows are older, more timely and inefficient. Replacing your windows in two respects will produce an excellent return on investment. This increases your home's resales value and increases energy efficiency, which over time will save energy costs.

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Black Friday : 6 Insights Into Canadian Buying Behaviour

Excited about Black Friday? You aren't alone. Canadians from coast to coast are falling in love with the event, purchasing gifts for friends, family and even a little something for themselves. Check out our infographic below about how Canadians are taking advantage of these huge savings. Remember, Black Friday is November 24th. All week long, Furniture.ca will be offering great deals on home furniture like bedding, coffee tables, accent furniture and more. Mark your calendar and don't miss out on the fun!

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The Kitchen Cabinet Industry is Exploding

The new and unique affordability of Cabinet Pro CNC has now brought CNC technology into the price range of even the small one-man cabinet shop. And the ease with which CNC can be integrated into the shop via Cabinet Pro’s user-defined post processor and graphics interface makes the transition to CNC even more appealing.

In the increasingly competitive home improvement industry, consumers have more options than ever before in their building and remodeling projects, which makes it critical for kitchen cabinet manufacturers to differentiate their brands and products in the marketplace. Manufacturers that understand their customers’ needs and expectations are better positioned to target performance improvement initiatives that may increase overall customer satisfaction, increase brand loyalty and advocacy, and maximize sales.

The Kitchen Cabinet Industry is Exploding #infographic

Guide to Banquet Table Sizes

Banquet table’s come in various sizes, ranging in shape, diameter and height. There are many types of banquet table styles to choose from, each serving their own purpose. Below, we will explain the various table sizes, and how they’re use. Use this guide for determining what banquet tables to use and how to set them up.

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What is the Best Gaming Chair in 2018?

Finding a good gaming chair can often feel like the pursuit for the holy grail. Believe me, I know, as someone who has raided in World of Warcraft, gotten to diamond in Starcraft 2, and wasted many hours attempting to raise my ELO in League of Legends.

 I’m also someone who works from home, working on my writing craft, so I know how important a good office and gaming chair is for not only work, but also for play. If you sit in a uncomfortable chair for 8+ hours, you are going to develop some back, hip, neck, rear, and perhaps even shoulder pains.

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How to Build a Farmhouse Table

Today’s farmhouse style is often called rustic chic because it conveys a comfortable, traditional feeling, yet with a refined nature. Building a farmhouse table is your first step towards achieving this style. The table is easy to build, requires no special woodworking tools, and best of all, is relatively inexpensive to make.

 Similarly designed farmhouse tables cost hundreds of dollars from discount online retailers. Brick and mortar furniture stores often charge as much as $3,000 for the same item. Your farmhouse table will cost between $100 and $200.

How to Build a Farmhouse Table #infographic

Where To Sit During Different Types Of Business Meetings

More often than not, you attend several meeting in a week. In other words, you probably sit through different types of business meetings. Workplace meetings are vital elements of company management. There are meetings where you make decisions, share information, and there are those where you brainstorm on something.
The business world can often feel like a game of musical chairs. This infographic from furniture website SeatsandStools explains the optimum seating position for a range of business situations: from job interviews to formal lunches.
Besides that, these frequent meetings in an organization are used to resolve disputes, solve problems, build teamwork, improve performance, and much more. Depending on the business organization, company meetings can be informal or formal and can range from two to up to several hundred. For companies that have a policy of collaboration, quite often, they incorporate customers, suppliers, and even business partners to their meetings.

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75 Types of Wood Ranked by Janka Hardness and How They Are Used
Wood comes in many different sizes, colors, and strengths depending on the tree that it comes from. While size and color can be observed, the strength of a tree’s wood needs to be tested. This is called the Janka hardness test, which measures how resistant wood is to denting and wear as well as measures the force that is required to embed steel into it. This infographic from Alan's Factory Outlet compares the Janka hardness between 75 different types of wood, as well as suggestions on the best way to use each type of wood. These suggestions span a wide variety of uses for the wood such as tools, flooring, musical instruments, and even the best choices for firewood. Did you know that there are 16 different types of wood that are used in instruments? The hardness of the different woods helps to produce a variety of sounds. This guide from AlansFactoryOutlet.com is great for anyone just getting started in woodworking, or even just trying their hand at some remodeling projects around the house!

75 Types of Wood Ranked by Janka Hardness and How They Are Used #infographic

52 Types of Wood and the Trees They Come From
Whether you’re looking at furniture, getting supplies for a wooden pergola, or shopping for an artfully crafted wooden gazebo, the topic of wood grain types will often come up. But where exactly do different types of wood come from? From which kinds of trees are fancy, expensive hardwoods like mahogany cut, and where in the world do these types of trees exist? Certain wood types are softer and more pliable than others, and the wood grains have a huge variety of colors, from pale birch to red bubinga to dark wenge to verdant greenheart. This wide variety comes from a world of forests, some of which have extremely rare or endangered types of trees. Other woods are common and have many variant species, like pine. Let’s take a moment to admire the huge biodiversity of the earth’s many kinds of trees, including fruit trees, conifers, rare species, and common types of trees you can find in many places throughout the world.

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Fixing Cosmetic Damage to Wood
From furniture to doors to floors, you will probably notice the large presence of items made with wood in and around your house. Whether it's rustic or modern, minimalist or elaborate, wooden items can really accentuate any style of home so perfectly. Although its beauty is timeless, wood can still bey scratched, scuffed, and stained, which can leave many homeowners vexed due to these visible cosmetic damages. There are actually various easy, DIY fixes for these unsightly issues.

This infographic serves as a quick guide for you to remedy various surface damages associated with wood-- water stains, chipped finish, nicks and gouges, scratches and scuffed edges, surface mold etc. Additionally, the infographic also provides a quick guide on differentiating the more severe damages that can happen to wooden items such as wet rot, dry rot, termite damager, and carpenter ant damage, and how to fix these issues.

Hope you find this infographic helpful!

Fixing Cosmetic Damage to Wood #Infographic

Lego Bedrooms
With the upcoming release of the Lego Batman Movie, we thought we’d take a look at some seriously enviable bedrooms with a Lego design. We’ve seen some amazing Lego constructions over the years, so bringing it to your kids bedroom shouldn’t be too hard, right? Well, there’s not a lot your buy ready-made, so your best bet is customisation or DIY. Here’s the inspiration you need to get you started.

Lego Bedrooms #Infographic

8 Simple IKEA Hacks That Look Awesome
IKEA is known for 2 things - Scandi-chic design and offering excellent value for money. But, if you want to make sure your home doesn't look like everyone else's, then a little DIY magic can transform even the most basic, flat-packed furniture into unique statement pieces.

8 Simple IKEA Hacks That Look Awesome #Infographic

What Wood Would Work
Choosing the right wood for a job is important as each variety has its own properties, which will determine the look and feel of your finished project. Colours, textures and grain patterns – not to mention prices – vary considerably so it’s worth doing your research before getting down to work.

What Wood Would Work #Infographic

Royally Stylish: 90 Years of Home Design
Did you know the first mechanical TV demonstration took place in the same year that Queen Elizabeth II was born, in 1926? Or that the Queen sent her first email in 1976, the same year Fred Scott designed the iconic ‘Supporto’ chair—later named "the chair that most influenced modern office seating" by the International Federation of Architects?

Royally Stylish: 90 Years of Home Design #Infographic

Fabulous Fictional Furniture
There are many staples of popular TV shows and movies that have existed over the years. Be it a specific weapon or trusty tool carried by the main protagonist or villain, a decked out vehicle that anyone would love to drive, the list could go on and on. But what about something as simple as a couch or chair? Several TV shows and movies have an iconic couch, chair, throne, bench, etc. that many fans would recognize in a heartbeat.

Fabulous Fictional Furniture #Infographic

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