Dannick Designs

Choose a Durable New Surface for Shared Spaces
Ostera Dawn by Vadara is a quartz designed for modern living. With its superior practical qualities including extreme durability, Vadara surfaces are ideal for use in almost any interior application. Featuring unique movement and patterns making each slab the most natural looking surface available, you can craft your dream aesthetic at Dannick Designs' stunning Valencia showroom.
Dannick Designs 775-7430

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Install New Flooring in a Day
Some people think that changing out the flooring in your home is a difficult job that feels like moving. Well, they're kind of right. But what they don't consider is that with a professional installation company like Brent's Carpet One, in almost every case, the installation itself only takes one day. Moving knick knacks and disconnecting electronics may be slightly daunting, but if you want to wow your holiday crowds with a home that feels like new, get to Brent's. While they have a number of options in stock for immediate installation, most take a week or so to arrive once ordered. You want to make sure you have time to set out all your favorite holiday decorations after your new flooring arrives, so don't delay.
Brent's Carpet One 255-3337

Paint on an Extra Coat of Value
It's no secret: This is the time to paint your home. The weather's still good, the busyness of the holiday season hasn't yet picked up and... you'll add one more layer of value! Painting doesn't just improve the style of your space - it adds real, quantifiable value to your home. A recent report on home values showed that painting the exterior of your home could have an average return on investment of 142 percent. Impressed? Now imagine that you get to realize that value while better protecting your home from the elements and improving your quality of life while also improving the quality of your curb appeal. The right paint - and painting company - can do all that, and more, like offering exceptional financing on approved credit. Call for details.
ALLBRIGHT 1-800-Painting 294-1159

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Get a Holiday Headstart on your Dream Backyard
In Santa Clarita, you can entertain outside nearly all year long - and that's why you should have Magic Maintenance on speed dial. Whether you want to complete a quick project before guests arrive (Fire pit, anyone?) or get a headstart on your dream outdoor-living lifestyle, they're SCV's go-to five-star contractor your neighbors use and love.
Magic Maintenance 259-3373

Discover Perfect Presents & Refined Holiday Decor at a Discount
Holiday Open House
Friday, November 1 & Saturday, November 2
Refined Vintage Boutique kicks off the holiday season with their annual Holiday Open House - and you're invited! Join in the fun on Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2 as they spoil guests with treats, raffles, refreshments and discounts while you shop in their Winter Wonderland. The finely-crafted decor will inspire you - and you'll discover truly-special gifts for others, too. And bring a friend!
Refined Vintage Boutique 505-7175

Make your Kitchen the Heart of your Home
Before her rejuvenation, this kitchen was not only outdated but lacked functionality for her large family. Now, with a 60-inch built-in fridge and freezer, a large stove and ample pantry and cabinet space, this kitchen is truly the heart of the home and begs the question: Why only do two cabinet colors when you can do three? The mixture of white oak cabinets with a beautiful warm white and a stunning pop of color on the island makes this kitchen not only beautiful but inviting and tailored.
rebeccarollinsinteriors.com

Do Dessert Differently
Few homes can accommodate a seemingly never-ending banquet-style table for 30+ guests. Keep family and friends close by setting a grouping of round tables in a centrally-located area and, instead of a traditional centerpiece, anchor each
table with a different dessert. When it's time to indulge, you'll hear lots of, "Oh, you have to come try this one!"
and everyone will get a meaningful chance to connect and mingle - even if they didn't dine side by side.

Gift Yourself with American-made Custom Design
Custom furniture options from the Jonathan Louis line let you craft a living space that is uniquely you. Choose the exact size, style, firmness and fabric - as well as arm shape and even pillows - for a one-of-a-kind result that sets your home apart. Custom crafted in the United States using heirloom-quality materials and best practices, Jonathan Louis furniture is found in America's finest homes - and can be discovered in yours, too.
A Royal Suite Home Furnishings 259-7000

Give "Style" this Season
Stunningly Staged Homes isn't just a premier design company - it's also a retail shop that offers direct-to-you pieces that can elevate your home and spaces. During the holiday season, the SSH home decor shop, open six days a week, is also a top choice for fast and fabulous holiday gifting. Pre-made gift collections are ready to grab and go - or ask an SSH design pro to help you curate a custom-made collection. With price points at nearly every level, including quality accessories below $25, SSH is a must-shop this season. Log on for shop hours, to shop conveniently online and more information.
stunninglystagedhomes.com

Give Thanks, Literally
Keep in the spirit of a traditional Thanksgiving by writing each guest a "thank you" note to be placed at each place setting, doubling as a place card. Or consider using pictures of family and friends to anchor your table and remind everyone what we really should be thankful for - each other.

Take a Winter Wonderland Walk to Inspire your Home
Aldik Home is only about a 20-minute drive from Santa Clarita, but it's a world away when it comes to holiday decor and design. Right now, it's the merriest time of the year at Aldik Home, where high-end trees, ornaments, garland and more are already on festive display. Aldik Home has the finest trees in the country, far better than most anything you'll find sold online.
Aldik Home 818-988-5970

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Participate in a Long-held SCV Holiday Tradition
A favorite holiday tradition in the SCV is visiting Old Town Newhall nursery Green Thumb for the holidays to pick a new ornament for our tree - they have thousands! - to and marvel at their massive Department 56 display. We're looking forward to seeing new releases and traditional favorites!
Green Thumb International 259-1071

Check Up that Furnace to Keep Costs Down
A furnace that is not operating at peak performance is a potential health hazard - and it's not going to keep you as toasty warm, either. A dirty, inefficient furnace can cost you more to operate and lead to expensive repairs. It can also be a dangerous situation. Overheating, limit switches opening and cracked heating exchangers failing can all allow carbon monoxide into your home. Every winter, unfortunate accidents happen because of furnaces failing. A simple furnace checkup can prevent scary situations - and help you stay cozy. GW Richardson Heating & Air Conditioning provides a thorough inspection and cleaning of your furnace with a 14-point tuneup; schedule yours and feel "confidently cozy" today.
GW Richardson Heating & Air Conditioning 295-0115

Keep Your Kitchen (& Pipes!) Healthy this Holiday Season
With the holidays fast approaching, your kitchen is bound to be the heart of the home, bustling with meal prep and celebrations. Amidst the excitement, it's easy to overlook something crucial: FOG - fats, oils and grease. While it may seem convenient to pour these down the drain, doing so can lead to clogged pipes, plumbing issues and even larger community-wide problems.
To keep your plumbing running smoothly, allow fats and oils to cool, then either reuse them for future cooking or dispose of them properly. Never pour FOG down the sink. This simple step can prevent major blockages and save you from costly repairs.
By properly disposing of FOG, you're not just
protecting your home - you're also helping keep our community's water systems healthy. This holiday season, let's all do our part to maintain clean kitchens and clear pipes.
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