Monthly Archives: October 2009

Recycled Glass Tiles

By Jacqueline Brynjolfson posted on | Comments Off

The cornerstone of Interstyle’s product development process has always been to find innovative uses for reclaimed and waste stream materials.  As a local (Burnaby) manufacturer of ceramic tiles in the early 80s, Interstyle salvaged containers of broken glass which were turned into glazes and some of the first glass tiles. As production of glass tile … Read More

BC Home & Interior Design Show

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Six days until the BC Home & Interior Design Show.  Klondike is all geared up for THE AMAZING SPACE! Are you?  Why should you attend you ask?  This year, our interactive booth will educate you on how to be green.  Stop by for an AMAZING presentation and a sweet & sustainable treat! Here’s the where, … Read More

Laneway Housing Presentation to GVHBA

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On September 22, 2009 the City of Vancouver presented its guidelines & regulations to members of the GVHBA.  This presentation provided further clarification to materials already distributed by the city.  Moreover, it further reiterates that due to the fact that LWH is new to Vancouver, city staff requires that all submissions adhere to regulations and … Read More

Countertop & Flooring Resurfacing

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Real stone is striking, but can be expensive and finicky to live with.  It requires regular sealing.  It can be brittle, porous, stainable, expensive to repair, hard on dishes, and don’t forget the seams!  Manufactured quartz surfaces are less fragile and porous but is very expensive (over $100/ Sq. Ft.). We recommend Granicrete as a … Read More