Prairie Provinces

Flooring & Tile: The Things that Get OverlookedSmall Details that Make a Big DifferenceWed, May 30, 2012 @ 05:30 PM

Event Information:

Kitchen and bath renovations inevitably involve new flooring and tile, and there are some small details that often get overlooked but that can make a big difference.

The experts at Nu-Way will cover some of the details you should take into consideration on your kitchen and bath projects, including:



• Transitioning to.... tile to hardwood, carpet to laminates, etc.

• Electric heat - transitioning to... and what types can go into a shower floor!

• Oversized floor tile - what needs to be done for structural stability

• Backsplashes... what can and can't be installed in gas cooktop areas

• Why epoxy grout?

• Where and where not to install glass and metal tiles

• How maintenance for a product can impact where a product should be installed



Hosted by:

For 40 years, Nu-Way Floor Fashions has been a family owned and operated company who continually work at being a leading edge flooring supplier to the new home, renovation, and small commercial customer. As one of the industry’s leaders, they understand the importance in quality and education to ensure a successful project. They carry all aspects of flooring, including all wall type tile applications. See their leading edge interactive style walls outlining 2012 and 2013 trends. http://www.nu-wayfloors.com/

Program:

5:30 - 6:30     Registration, Networking, and Appetizers

6:30 - 7:00     Chapter announcements & Sponsor Remarks

7:00 - 8:00     Presentation

Cost:

$30 - Members          $40 - Non-members          $20 - Students

To register, please go to:  http://nkbaprairiesmay30.eventbrite.ca/

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MAY 23. THE ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM WILL CLOSE ON MAY 23 AT 5:00 PM

 

For event information please contact:

Jolanda Slagmolen-Flores

VP Programs

(403)-255-8234

registration@nkbaprairies.org

 

Our sincere thanks go to

NU-WAY FLOOR FASHIONS

for hosting this event

Location:
Nu-Way Floor Fashions
219 - 50 Avenue Southeast
Calgary, Alberta
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Quartz SurfacingAttributes, Production, Benefits and Design ApplicationsThu, May 10, 2012 @ 05:00 PM

Join us for the inaugural Prairie Provinces Chapter meeting in the Edmonton area!

The evening will offer you the opportunity to network with your colleagues in the kitchen & bath industry, as well as to learn about quartz surfacing - a popular choice for kitchen and bath countertops.

Sandie McGhee of Cambria Canada will discuss quartz surfacing composition and production processes, as well as the many capabilities and design applications of quartz. Also covered will be the key considerations when specifying quartz surfacing and fabrication best practices and considerations.We hope you will join us for this fun and informative evening!

Cost:
$30 - NKBA members
$40 - non NKBA members
$20 - students

To register please go to http://nkbaprairiesmay10.eventbrite.com/ 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MAY 4. THE ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM WILL CLOSE ON MAY 4 AT 5:00.

For event information please contact:
Jolanda Slagmolen-Flores
VP Programs
(403)-255-8234
registration@nkbaprairies.org

Our sincere thanks go to DELTON CABINETS for hosting this event

Location:
Delton Cabinets
13030 146 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5L 2H7
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Making Sense of Ventilation & InductionThu, April 5, 2012 @ 05:30 PM

Event Information:

If you have ever been confused or frustrated by kitchen ventilation requirements, then you will not want to miss this event!

Danah Arnold from Miele Canada will discuss the different types of ventilation - including wall hoods, built-in hoods, and owndraft hoods - the pros and cons of each, and design considerations for each type. Information on local codes and CFM requirements will also be provided.

As a complement to the ventilation presentation, Danah will also demonstrate one of the newest cooking technologies - nduction cooktops - and discuss how they work, as well as the benefits of specifying this product for your clients' kitchen projects.

Hosted by:

Coast Wholesale Appliances realizes that choosing the right kitchen appliances and home appliances is a very important decision. Whether you are a homeowner looking to upgrade your kitchen or laundry set, a builder working on a massive high-rise project, or a designer looking for the perfect appliances to complete your client’s dream kitchen, they have exactly what you are looking for.

Coast Wholesale Appliances’ purchasing power of 16 locations across Canada means you will get competitive pricing that is second to none. They are also known for carrying some of the best selections of major brand name wholesale kitchen appliances, home appliances and accessories in Western Canada and Toronto – over 40 major brands. What’s more, they have over 30 years of solid business history with some of the finest major North American kitchen appliance and home appliance manufacturers. Visit them today and see why they are fast becoming the top choice for kitchen and home appliances: http://www.coastappliances.com/

Program:

5:30 - 6:30     Registration, Networking, and Appetizers

6:30 - 7:00     Chapter announcements & Sponsor Remarks

7:00 - 8:00     Presentation

Cost:

$30 - Members          $40 - Non-members          $20 - Students

To register, please go to:  http://nkbaprairiesapril5.eventbrite.com/

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MARCH 30. THE ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM WILL CLOSE ON MARCH 30 AT 5:00 PM DEAD 
For event information please contact:

Jolanda Slagmolen-Flores

VP Programs

(403)-255-8234

casaflores@telus.net



 Our sincere thanks go to

COAST WHOLESALE APPLIANCES

for hosting this event








Location:
Coast Wholesale Appliances
6128 Centre St SE
Calgary, Alberta T2H 0C4
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A Toast to TechnologyHome Theatre and Automation DesignThu, February 9, 2012 @ 05:30 PM

Event Information:

 “A Toast to Technology”– The National Kitchen & Bath Association Prairie Provinces chapter meeting kicking off the New Year!  And what better way than to start with a little insight into the latest and greatest in custom home theaters and integration technology! This chapter meeting will take place at Calgary’s frontier company in Home Theater, Automation and Integration Technology – Smart Home Systems, a member of the Insight Group of Companies.
 
A guided tour through their amazing showroom will showcase the different components and features of Home Automation at its best.  The team at Smart along with industry professionals will cover the design requirements, features and components of different integration technologies and aspects of home automation. Not to mention a brilliant rack/construction display to show what goes on behind the scenes! Discover how Apple technology can control your environment and space and design tricks for integrating electronic components into Millwork.
 
Some of the other areas covered will include:

  • Acoustics
  • Aesthetics
  • Designing with light & Shading
  • Engineering
  • Theater Design

 Let’s welcome the New Year with A Toast to Technology! 


Presenters:

Smart Home Systems was founded by Ron Patrick in 1990. Intrigued by a concept, developed in the mid-1980's, of communicating through a hybrid cable combining both power and control, Ron had a vision to create spectacular automated/integrated home systems.Since that time, business has grown and expanded from basic installations to designing custom electronic systems, lighting automation, security systems and interior design. Smart Home Systems has won awards in both North America and Europe.  Ron's original dream was and still is designing and engineering custom homes that exceed the client's needs and expectations in both vision and reality.

Ron, along with his team of experts, are excited to share with you the expertise and knowledge they have taken pride in obtaining.

About Smart Home Systems a member of the Insight Group of Companies 


Program:

5:30 - 6:30     Registration, Networking, and Appetizers
6:15 - 6:30     Chapter announcements
6:30 - 6:45     Sponsor remarks & Champagne Toast
6:45 - 7:45     Tours
7:45 - 8:00     Wrap up/questions

Cost:

$30 - Members          $40 - Non-members          $20 - Students

To register, please go to:  http://toasttotechnology.eventbrite.ca

For event information please contact:
Jolanda Slagmolen-Flores
VP Programs
(403)-255-8234
casaflores@telus.net

 

Our sincere thanks go to SMART HOME SYTEMS,
a member of the Insight Group of Companies,
for hosting this event

Location:
Smart Home Systems
Unit #10, 7130 Fisher Road SE
Calgary, Alberta
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