If you are dreaming of building or renovating Saskatoon Woodworks really can help you achieve your Saskatoon Kitchen and Home Renovation & improvement goals! You describe the dream, they bring it to reality! Save money ,time and stress - they will get the job done right! They have a passion and years of expertise to help your renovation dreams come true. Saskatoon Woodworks are your TRUSTED SASKATOON RENOVATION EXPERTS and are waiting to help you with all your home renovation projects.

Here they share a tip on How Not To Build a Deck - 5 Common deck building mistakes:

Not Sealing Your Deck

When a deck is built with pressure treated wood, it is recommended to avoid sealing it for 6 months. For some homeowners, six months can turn into a couple of years before they know it. When a deck is not sealed, it will start rotting in a hurry. Make sure to properly clean and seal your deck and check it often to make sure it doesn’t need to be sealed again. To check your deck before you wreck your deck, pour a little water on it to see if it absorbs. If the water is absorbed, it is time to seal it again. A little maintenance goes a long way. 

Incorrect Riser Heights

One of the most confusing aspects of building a deck for an aspiring carpenter, is cutting the stringer. There is a little math involved that often causes first timers to make the mistake of cutting incorrect riser heights. All of the risers should be the same length except for the bottom riser. All of the other risers will lose the depth of the tread once it is put on so the bottom riser should be a tread depth smaller than the other risers. It’s an easy mistake to make when taking everything else into account. 

Improper Drainage

This mistake is actually a series of mistakes that many budding builders make. When building your deck, you want to make sure the water drains in an efficient manner. If the deck is attached directly to your house, it is important to use the proper flashing to make sure water doesn’t accumulate on the side of your house, rotting your structure. It is also important to leave a little space between your planks to allow for drainage. Last but not least, consider sloping your deck .25 inches for every 12 inches away from your house. Doing this will help keep water from accumulating on your deck. 

Incorrect placement of Beam Splices

More often than not, beginning carpenters make the assumption that separating the distance of beam splices between the different plies is important. While it can help if done properly, It is more important to make sure your splices sit on top of posts. Some designs make it possible to stagger the splices and sit them atop separate posts but if this isn’t possible, make sure sit your splices on top of your posts, even if they are only inches apart between plies. If you avoid this warning, you could be rebuilding after inspection. 

Building a deck can be a fun and rewarding experience as long as you plan ahead and avoid these and other costly mistakes. Happy Building!

Find Saskatoon Woodworks on the Saskatoon Directory!

They are Trusted Saskatoon Renovation & Design Experts!

At Metric Design Centre their focus is to provide you with a simplified and less stressful solution when building, renovating or decorating. They offer you the ability to make all product selections and purchases in a single location with ease and confidence. Additionally, for people who wish to take advantage of the fantastic benefits of interior design, Metric Design is a Saskatoon design firm with a group of interior design savvy professionals that can design your entire renovation for you or just get you started on the right foot with floor plans. Their design conscious clients are constantly impressed by the effortless selection process while working on projects in an inspirational showroom. So whatever go, visit, relax, shop, and create your ultimate space.

Here they share some great news! Metric Design is featured in Fine Homes Magazine:

 Check out their listing to hear what their clients had to say about them- in the Saskatoon Painter, Decorating and Design Category  on the Saskatoon Directory of excellence!

You love your pets! The Veterinarians, Technicians and staff at Cumberland Vet Clinic love them too, and understand how quickly they become members of your family. They also know how stressful it can be when your cherished pet may require treatment. For over 20 years, they have been committed to providing the best possible care for your animals.

Here our Vet Experts share a tip on seasonal care for your pets:

Heat Stroke
Heatstroke may kill or seriously injure your pet - but it can easily be avoided. Never leave pets in cars on warm days; exercise during the cool part of the day; look for rapid breathing;loud panting; or staggering. Professional help may be needed, but in the meantime quickly get the animal to a shady ventilated area, and sponge off with cool water.  

Flea Season
As a loving pet owner, you'd do anything to prevent your cat or dog from suffering. After all, they're part of the family. Yet every year when flea season begins, the suffering sets in. It's like an old broken record. Fleas bite, and the scratching and chewing starts again. It's a painful and irritating routine for you and your pet. But that's just the beginning. Adult fleas jump on your cat or dog. They bite them to feed on the blood. Then the fleas produce eggs. Eggs drop from your pet to the ground or carpet. The eggs develop over time into adult fleas. And the cycle starts all over again.

An Invisible Threat
The adult fleas on your pet can actually cause serious medical problems -- like flea allergy dermatitis or tapeworms, and in some extreme cases, anemia. Flea-related diseases account for more than 50 percent of dermatologic cases presented to veterinarians and more then 35 percent of the total small animal veterinary effort.

When to Start Treating?
Ideally, flea control should begin as flea prevention -- before flea season starts. Depending on which part of the country you live in, your flea season can last for four months or it can be a year-long problem.

Where to Turn?
If you are in the midst of flea season and still have problems with fleas, do not despair. Your veterinarian is a flea expert and can advise you on the latest new products that kill adult fleas, eggs, and larvae, and that take care of fleas in your environment. They will base their recommendation on your regional weather conditions (high humidity and heat means more fleas on the way), your pet's health and level of flea infestation.

Pets and Fireworks Don't Mix
The sound of fireworks can terrify your animal. It may run away, perhaps into traffic. A pet's ears are more sensitive than ours. Explosive noises may damage your pet's hearing, or the pet may be injured by a falling firecracker. Remember, pets and fireworks don't mix.  

Dont Let Your Pet Go Back to School
When the school bell rings, don't let your pet go back to school. Many dogs and cats will naturally follow kids--or will be encouraged to tag along. Many become lost, injured, or cause a nuisance around the school yard. Keep your pet confined when children leave for school. If you drive, don't take the pets with you. Animals learn quickly and may find their own way to school later on. Brief separations during the days just before the new school year will help those children and pets that are especially close. And if your pet is missing, call the school first.

Holiday Safety For Cats
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but can also be a time of trouble for your family cat! For example, mistletoe and artificial snow are poisonous; Christmas ornament fragments can perforate the stomach; string, ribbon, and tinsel if swallowed may cause painful intestinal problems; frayed light cords cause shock or burns. Don't spoil your holiday with a medical emergency. As the winter months and holidays approach, you need to take time to ensure that your pets enjoy a happy, healthy holiday season.  

Housing
It is best to keep pets indoors during the winter months, but if this is not possible, outdoor pets must be provided with shelter. Their home should be elevated off the ground to prevent moisture accumulation and have a door of some kind to keep out winter winds, sleet, and snow. Shelters should be insulated or heated. Water sources may be heated to permit constant access to unfrozen water; thermal units designed specifically for this purpose are readily available. Outdoor pets require extra calories to keep warm, so feed your pet according to its needs when the temperature drops. In severely cold or inclement weather, no pet should be kept outside. Indoor pets should have sleeping quarters in a draft-free, warm area with their bed or mattress elevated slightly off the floor.

Roaming Cats
Roaming cats, as well as house pets and wildlife, may climb onto vehicle engines for warmth during cold weather. Be sure to check under the hood before starting your vehicle and honk the horn to startle any animals seeking shelter inside.

Frostbite & Snow Removal Salt
Snow and salt should be removed from your pets paws immediately. Frostbitten skin is red or gray and may slough. Apply warm, moist towels to thaw out frostbitten areas slowly until the skin appears flushed. Contact your veterinarian as soon as possible for further care. Snow removal products should be stored out of the reach of pets and small children as their toxicity varies considerably.

Toxic Plants & Holiday/Winter Product
Plants and other items associated with the winter and holiday season can be toxic to your pets. What follows is a general guide. Please consult your veterinarian, animal poison control, and the manufacturer for specifics. Remember, the earlier you seek treatment, the better for your pet!  

Low toxicity
Poinsettia leaves/stems; balsam/pine/cedar/fir; angel hair (spun glass); Christmas tree preservatives; snow sprays/snow flock; tree ornaments; super glue; styrofoam; icicles (tinsel); and crayons/paints.

Moderate toxicity
Fireplace colors/salts; plastic model cement Moderate to high toxicity holly berries and leaves; bubbling lights (methylene chloride); snow scenes (may contain salmonella); aftershaves/perfumes/alcoholic beverages; and chocolate (dark is more toxic than milk).

Highly toxic
Mistletoe (especially berries); expoxy adhesives; and antifreeze. Please note that some items have special problems. For example, whereas angel hair is usually considered to be of low toxicity, it can irritate eyes, skin, and the gastrointestinal tract; the content of Christmas tree preservatives varies and often effects depend upon the amount ingested; styrofoam, small parts from Christmas tree ornaments and toys, as well as tinsel, can cause mechanical obstructions in the gastrointestinal tract; snow flock can cause problems if sprayed into the mouth and inhaled; and chocolate, of any type, should never be given to a pet. Antifreeze deserves special mention because even a very small amount can be rapidly fatal to pets.

Other Holiday Concerns
If you plan to take your pet with you during holiday visits, make sure that your pet is welcome first (with all the activity, it may be better to board your pet or hire a pet sitter). Holiday treats, such as rich, fatty food scraps, bones from fish, pork, and poultry, alcoholic beverages, and chocolate, can be harmful or toxic to pets. Do not allow friends and relatives to give your pet special treats it could ruin everyone's holiday (including your veterinarian's). Do not allow pets to play with ribbons, yarn, or six-pack beverage holders and don't put ribbons or yarn around your pet's neck. If you want to decorate your pet, invest in a holiday collar. These last for many years, are more attractive, and are a lot safer! Cover or tack down electrical cords. 

Find Cumberland Vet Clinic online at www.cumberlandvetclinic.com they are our TRUSTED VET EXPERTS or go to their listing here on www.trustedsaskatoon.com ..THE Saskatoon directory of excellence. They are YOUR Trusted experts right here in Saskatoon!

Just for You Day Spa  ...a huge world class spa ..right here in Saskatoon!

What could possibly be better than an indulgence in relaxation and tranquility - especially when it makes you look and feel absolutely incredible! Relax, rejuvenate and refresh yourself at Saskatchewan's Premiere Day Spa.  

Here they provide a tip on why you should cleanse your face both morning & night: 

This may seem like a lot of extra work to someone who isn't used to doing so, but let us tell you, it's worth it!! Trust us!

Morning cleanse - While you sleep, your skin detoxes! You need to remove the residue, oil build up and toxins left on the skin! Also - unless your hair is perfectly clean when you go to sleep, you are sleeping on the pillow that is likely filled with hair product residue! (Might make sense to a few of you who have odd breakouts that you can't explain!)

Evening cleanse - Your face through the day, is covered with makeup, sunscreen, dirt, oil & other toxins. Removing this build up is a very important step to maintaining healthy skin! (Also, a clean face helps product penetrate better, prevents clogging of pores & aids in light exfoliation!)

*I suggest using a clean washcloth or cotton pad, to remove all cleanser, oil & dirt. Keep in mind that rinsing with just water, will likely just dilute your cleanser and leave dirt & oil on the skin! Don't believe me? Try cleansing a makeup filled face with cleanser, rinse with water, and THEN try using a clean cotton pad. Notice you will likely have oil & dirt upon the second cleansing!!  

*Use a cleanser that is right for you skin, by asking an expert to suggest something perfect for you!

STEAR CLEAR of large amounts of alcohol or astringents in your cleanser, which can strip your natural oil barrier from the skin!

QUESTIONS about your skin? or your skin care?

Ask a LR expert at info@liareese.com

(All skin consults & discussions are complimentary.)

Lia Reese Botanical Skin Care is an amazing skin care line that was created by Jess Tetu the owner of Just For You Day Spa!!

Book your appointment NOW to avoid dissapointment!

Find them online at www.justforyoudayspa.com or check out their listing here in the Saskatoon Spa's Category on the Saskatoon directory of excellence.

Have you got a busy life? Have we got a great business for you! Trusted Saskatoon Directory welcomes our newest banner partner to the directory – Family Drycleaners - Saskatoon's Largest Full-Service Drycleaners!!!

Think of it! You wear a new shirt everyday, to the office. That’s quite a bit of washing, drying, ironing, (and if you’re like me… re-ironing!), hanging, folding…. Why not use the fantastic pick up and delivery service from Family Drycleaners? They come to the office (which was the original destination of the shirt anyways….), grab your laundry – suits and dresses too – and return them to your office. Pick up and delivery are FREE with orders over $20.00…. Now that’s a pretty darn sweet deal, if you ask us!

Another great reason to choose Murray and the staff at Family Drycleaners is that the way they operate. They have two separate drycleaning machines; one machine is designated specifically for whites. There is no need to worry about your whites turning grey with the system in place at Family Drycleaners.

In addition to All Regular Drycleaning Services Family also offers the following services:

• Professional Shirt Service

• Shirt Folding Service for Travel

• Wedding Gown Preservation

• Drapes and Table Cloths

• Specialized Leather Cleaning

• Duvets and Comforters

• Pillow Re-Ticking

 • Sheets (Cleaning & Press)

• Parkas and Jackets

• Sleeping Bags

 “…for over 30 years I have been using the drycleaning service from Family Drycleaners. In all that time, I have never had a problem. Once, I thought I had misplaced a shirt, and they went through everything, found where my shirt had been sent to, picked it up from that gentleman, and brought it back to me with an apology. They just do a really good job for people…”

…and that’s why Trusted Saskatoon is proud to partner with them ..they are your TRUSTED SASKATOON  Drycleaners!

Saskatoon, you know that the Trustedsaskatoon.com  team is always looking for great businesses for you – and have we ever got a winner! We are proud to welcome Oceanic Experience Wellness as one of our Trusted Banner Partners.

Oceanic Experience Wellness is truly unique, offering a different approach to wellness, stress and pain relief!

Here they explain the benefits of their Flotation Tank and explain how it works:  

Jackie Jenson and Christian Zrymiak of Oceanic Experience Wellness stand next to their floatation tank as Tyson Goodyear demonstrates how to use it Bridges photo by Michelle Berg

When did you last take the time to listen to your heart beat? Oceanic Experience Wellness is a new health spa in Saskatoon offering a unique experience that can help you do just that by floating in an isolation tank.

Zrymiak opened OEW in November 2012. Originally from Regina, he was studying hypnotherapy in Vancouver when he learned about float tanks and the benefits of floating.

“The more I looked into it, the more I could see the benefits people could get from floating,” he said. “About 80 per cent of all your functions goes to counteracting and reacting to gravity ... When that’s not tied up anymore, guess what happens? (Your mind is) free to rest, heal and think creatively.”

When I tried the treatment, I was initially nervous about going into the tank; spending 90 minutes in a dark space didn’t really appeal to me. But once inside, it reminded me of safe places, like baths as a little kid, or hide-and-seek, as though I’d found the perfect hiding spot. 

After about 45 minutes floating in the dark, the brain starts to create theta brain waves, which are related to meditative and sleeping states. By the end of an hour and a half session, I felt more relaxed than if I’d had a massage, and the effects lasted for days.

Zrymiak says some of his clients have said it even changed their life: “They say, ‘I am a different person today because I have floated; because of this experience, my life is going in a completely different direction.’ ”

Almost anyone of any age can float, from children to the elderly. Zrymiak only discourages floating for people with a severe mental illness or severe depression — because sometimes floating can bring up intense emotions — and people with heart problems or diabetes should check with their doctor first.

OEW is a wellness collective. In addition to Zrymiak’s float tank, the centre also offers services from Sage Earth Acupuncture and services from Jackie Jenson, a reflexologist, reiki master, Tai yoga masseuse and yoga instructor. Currently, the centre is a home-based business, but Zrymiak says as more wellness practitioners join their team, they’ll be looking for a bigger location.

They’re also partnering with artisans, artists and musicians in the community: the bathrobes they lend are handmade by a local artisan, and all of the art displayed is by local artists and for sale. They invite artists to try a complimentary float, and if the float inspires them to create art, the centre will display it. Eventually, Zrymiak is hoping to create a float-based art and music show. 

“When we have more people going through this, co-operating together, what that ends up being is a community with financial structure and support that is actively working together, and know how to make things happen,” said Zrymiak.

“And people are feeling good,” added Jenson.

To find out more about floating and the Oceanic Experience Wellness health spa, visit their Facebook page.

Read more: http://www.thestarphoenix.com/Floating+creativity+relaxation+pain+relief/8090448/story.html#ixzz2T1iriI2Z

OEW is a wellness collective. In addition to the float tank, the centre also offers services from Sage Earth Acupuncture and services from Jackie Jenson, a reflexologist, reiki master, Tai yoga masseuse and yoga instructor. Give Oceanic Experience Wellness a call, stop by and get well!

Trusted Saskatoon.com is THE Saskatoon Directory   and we are thrilled to be hosting a Talk to the Experts show " The Trusted Show' each month  on Newstalk 650 ..the first show aired June 9th 2012.  Find them all here in our tips library or on our Trusted Channel on You Tube which is a fabulous resource of Tips , Interviews, Demos and Tours.

Listen to the shows ON DEMAND, you can share them with friends who may be interested in the shows subjects and this makes sure you never have to miss a Trusted Show - www.Trustedsaskatoon.com  is the Ony Local Directory that works for you...!  

This latest show we are featuring is the TRUSTED SASKATOON Directory Outdoor Living & Design Show

All the shows questions have been submitted by our wonderful Trusted Saskatoon Facebook Fans  and one lucky fans question was chosen by Brent Loucks to win the Prize package submitted by the 3 Trusted Businesses worth  OVER $500

This months Trusted Saskatoon Partners for the Outdoor Living & Design are :

*Rick from Premium Home Leisure- Your Saskatoon Outdoor Living Experts - donating $150 BBQ Basket.

*John from JJ's Landscaping your Saskatoon Landscaping Expert- donating a $250 Gift Certificate 

*Paul from Sunridge RV  your Trusted Saskatoon & area RV expert - donating 4 camp chairs 

Enjoy the show!!

At Metric Design Centre their focus is to provide you with a simplified and less stressful solution when building, renovating or decorating. They offer you the ability to make all product selections and purchases in a single location with ease and confidence. Additionally, for people who wish to take advantage of the fantastic benefits of interior design, Metric Design is a Saskatoon design firm with a group of interior design savvy professionals that can design your entire renovation for you or just get you started on the right foot with floor plans. Their design conscious clients are constantly impressed by the effortless selection process while working on projects in an inspirational showroom. So whatever go, visit, relax, shop, and create your ultimate space.

Here they share some great tips on how to have an amazing ceiling:  

 Look up...

The ceiling is a plane that often gets overlooked. Not at Metric! We have our favorite ways to add interest up, all the way up. Here are 5 of many ways to do this…

1. Shapely bulkhead- This is a great way to feature lighting, the jewelery of your home.

2. Moldings- Create a shape (as simple as a rectangle) with moldings to differentiate colours or textures.

3. Wallpaper- Use this in combination with bulkheads or trim to pack a powerful punch.

4. Wood- A sure way to add the warmth you are looking for to your space.

5. Coffered ceiling- A more traditional look that dates back to the second century in ancient Rome and still a hot design used today.

Wake up to more than a white stippled ceiling and get help from a design professional today!

Check out their listing to hear what their clients had to say about them- in the Saskatoon Painter, Decorating and Design Category  on the Saskatoon Directory of excellence!

Insurance isn’t something people think about every day…but it certainly is something we need everyday! Homes, Apartments, Vehicles, Travel, Businesses… if it’s worth having… it’s definitely worth insuring! Trusted Saskatoon would like to introduce our newest Trusted Partner in the Saskatoon Insurance category –

Al Hattie Insurance.

Al & Lois Hattie started this company in 1982 with the basic principle of personalized professional service for everyone. Over 30 years down the road, the business is still family owned and operated! Brent, Colleen and the professional team at Al Hattie Insurance will work with you to discover your unique insurance needs and tailor a policy that covers all of the things that are most important to you and your family.

It isn’t just the full line of insurance products, or the number of top quality providers that sets Al Hattie Insurance apart from the rest… it is the level of expertise and service that they provide to their clients that truly makes the difference. This is exactly the type of company that knows you by name when you come through the door, and treat you like part of their family. You know you are being well looked after, and you have the security and peace of mind knowing that experienced professionals have your best interests at heart.

Check out their newly re-designed website for a variety of online services, as well as information on all of the services offered at Al Hattie Insurance. Need some specific information? Fill out their online form for a quote! Just have some general questions? Pop in to say hi and they will be happy to help answer everything , they are Trusted Saskatoon insurance experts .

It really not very hard to see why Al Hattie Insurance has been given the “Thumbs Up” by Trusted Saskatoon!

The Trusted Saskatoon team is thrilled to brag about our latest home page banner partner on the Saskatoon Directory of exceptional local businesessWell, it’s been a long, hard 2012-13 Winter here in Saskatchewan. All of those cold, snowy days had us all thinking of places we would rather be….right? The Trusted Saskatoon directory has the answer to your prayers with our newest Trusted Partner – D&D Travel!

Deedee Atwell and her team of travel experts are dedicated to those who want their dreams to be their reality... where ever you dream of going.... D&D Travel will get you there!

D&D Travel is been one of the very few locally owned and operated Saskatoon travel agencies. Believing in sharing experiences, expertise and enthusiasm in adventurous travels, their team are committed to offering unbiased, experienced travel advice to everyone and anyone who wishes to live their dreams. Constantly striving to be the best in customer service whether for business or vacation, D&D Travel offers the best technology and the best of personal relationships to insure the best trip... ever!

Deedee Atwell, the owner/operator of D&D Travel has been in the travel industry over 20 years and is still going strong on ensuring her clients get the best there is to offer. In the travel industry, service is what sets one business apart from the rest, and we know that D&D Travel stands alone! Just look at some comments from a happy traveller who has been booking exclusively with D&D Travel for over 13 years:

"Working with D&D Travel has been absolutely terrific! I have booked with Deedee on so many occasions, my trip to Europe, St. Maarten,…well, all over the world, really, and each experience has been absolutely wonderful. I recommend D&D Travel to all of my friends and family not only because the trips are always amazing, but also because of the service Deedee provides. When you book online, you have no guarantees, and if something goes wrong….you are just stuck. I am so glad to hear that D&D Travel will be part of Trusted Saskatoon… they certainly deserve it!"  

How does D&D Travel provide such great service and expertise? They GO so that they KNOW! Deedee travels extensively around the world, specializing mainly in hot spots and beach vacations! She just recently completed extensive training on the booking of groups, namely DESINTATION WEDDING GROUPS, family reunion groups, business incentive groups, and adventure travel groups. Group travel is now her speciality and with her extensive industry connections, she can get you the best value at the best destination hands down!

With fast and friendly service as her personal guarantee, if Deedee can’t find it, it doesn’t exist!

Thumbs up from the Trusted Saskatoon team!