Caulk is Cheap, and other Quick March Break Renovation Tips

As you may know, March Break is just around the corner. If you do know this, chances are you have kids, and if you have kids, chances are you may be taking a few days off to be home with them. A few days off from work is the perfect chance to start- and finish- a quick home renovation!

Renovations can often feel like a daunting chore. If you’re not in the market for a full-on home reno,  but want to make your home look and feel like a more modern version of its old self, a weekend or a few days can be the perfect time frame for a quick spruce-up of any room.

Changing the floor of a room can make a phenomenal difference on how you look at a room (and even how much time you spend in it). IHL has knee pads, gloves, nail pullers, tape measures, and whatever else you may need for pulling up that old carpet, or lifting that scuffed and worn floor. Out with the old and in with the new!

Are you thinking about updating the laundry room or back porch, but working on a budget? Have a look on Craigslist for secondhand cabinetry. Make them your own by sanding them down, painting, and adding new hardware.

Get rid of brown and brittle, mildew-y caulk in your bathroom or kitchen in a flash. You’ve heard that talk is cheap, and luckily, so is caulk (okay, okay, I didn't make that up, but it's funny, right?). Recaulking your kitchen or bathroom takes only a few hours, and will instantly brighten the room, even on a shoestring budget.

Don’t just focus on the inside of the home this March Break. Spring will be here before we know it, so why not take advantage of our mild winter, and clean up the yard? This Garant rake will do the trick, as will this Erie wheelbarrow. These items will surely come in handy in the warm, landscaping months ahead!

Eager to get started, but unsure about how to use a certain tool, or what you may need to get the job done? Come into our store and chat with one of our helpful and knowledgeable staff: we’re here to help!  

Even if you’re not taking any time off work next week, you still have the weekend: so get a head start on spring and start those home renos and spring cleaning! Search the web for ideas on how to make a quick DIY renovation work for you and your home. Sites like thisoldhouse.com can offer plenty of tips and tricks for your one or two day renos, and, as always, all of us at IHL are here to help you get the job done!

Happy renos everyone!

Toolio's Top 10 Specials: on Now until March 13th !

Hi everyone,

Toolio here. It's been a while, so I thought I should update you all with some of the amazing deals we are currently offering.

My Top 10 Deals are back and in full swing! This time around we have plenty of amazing offers, with a little something for everyone. These deals are only available until March 13th, so don't delay! Here are a few of Toolio's Top 10 Specials:

Keep everything you need handy, and get the job done (at a great price!) with:

As we can see by the weather this week, winter isn't over just yet! Keep dry AND warm with these Baffin insulated rubber boots:

I know you've had your eye on this Milwaukee Compact Lithium Ion Impact Driver Kit... now's your chance to save!

But that's not all: take a look at the rest of the great deals we are offering, and don't forget: you can shop with us in-store, or 24/7 on the web, at www.IHLCANADA.com!

Stabila Sets Home @ IHL

“It is quite possibly the best display in North America, maybe the world.”

- Mike Fraser, President Stabila North America

Stabila’s life-time guarantee and patented design features are unbeatable in today’s construction industry. Mike Fraser of Stabila was recently interviewed regarding the success of the manufacturer/distributor relationship between Investments Hardware Ltd (IHL) and Stabila.

“Measuring confidence!” was the first reaction when Mike was asked how Stabila products stand out from its competitors. “Stabila has built a name of being the most dependable level manufacturer in the industry.” “Top-quality customer service begins in a German factory and continues through to IHL, who have created a clear and informative display area, highlighting their confidence in Stabila’s product line. It does not take long for a “Stabila Measuring tool” to pay for itself. Without the guaranteed precision of a Stabila level, “one mistake on a measuring application can triple a job’s cost,” explained Mike.

It is obvious that Stabila’s standard of precision is set high, but is it possible to develop newer products that are even more precise? “The answer is ‘Yes,’” Mike assured, “It is possible to make even more precise measuring tools, but the main goal with Stabila is to make dependable products that offer optimal precision that don’t create frustration.” Mike noted that Stabila’s investment at IHL has been “absolutely successful.” He continued, “IHL is consistently meeting and exceeding our expectations as a serious trade partner.” The display area dedicated to Stabila at IHL benefits the customers because “contractors want and need recommendations.” “The display area at IHL benefits Stabila as well by giving the measuring department a real presence. When a distributor shows their support on a product line like they have with Stabila, it shows the contractors have added confidence in the product.” Mike added, “We feel that there is no display to date [that] is like the display at Investments Hardware. It is quite possibly the best display in North America, maybe the world.” Stabila expressed interest in expanding the line of products sold by IHL. Mike said, “There are many areas of growth that are possible with Stabila and IHL. One for example, is Lasers. With proper teamwork, IHL could be the leading distributor of Lasers in Canada.”

Tradespeople will benefit by having a distributor that is highly trained on Lasers, an often misunderstood and, therfore, intimidating category. In the future, a dedicated yet continually evolving hands-on demonstration area could really make an impact on sales and customer product knowledge. Investments Hardware Ltd. would like to thank Stabila for their contributions and ongoing excellence in providing quality products that are proudly promoted to valued customers and business partners.