All About Home Spring 2008
Lighten and Brighten: Your home will take on a new look with new carpet and lighting
Lighten and Brighten: Your home will take on a new look with new carpet and lighting
By EMILY R. CHESNIC Tribune Chronicle correspondent When homeowners remodel their rooms, lighting and flooring experts agree should give careful consideration to what is put over their head and under their feet so they can create functional and attractive spaces from top to bottom. Eric Thompson, owner of Satolli Carpet & Floor Cover, 367 High St. NE, Warren, said replacing dated, dark and dingy carpet with newer, fresher and brighter flooring makes the “biggest impact” on a space, and it can be done economically, which is a concern many have when debating whether or not to install new flooring. Thompson said many people are choosing to put down vinyl or laminate flooring, as it is available for about $1.50 a square foot. “Vinyl and laminate flooring come in many different colors and patterns so someone can create a fresh look in a room,” he said.
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Howland Band Night
Champion Band Night
Kindergarten, Here I Come!
Battle Bots
Feature Photos
School Supplies
Neighborhood picnic
Scrappers/Jammers
Be Prepared for Storms
May 30, 2008
From Mother Earth News magazine, by Heidi Hunt
Lightning and wind and rain - oh my! Severe storms, plus the blackouts and flooding that accompany them, can be life-threatening. » Full Story
Lightning and wind and rain - oh my! Severe storms, plus the blackouts and flooding that accompany them, can be life-threatening. » Full Story
Clean Coils Improve Energy Efficiency
May 30, 2008
The cost of operating dirty air-conditioning equipment is greater than you might expect. Not only are energy costs increased, but life expectancy of the equipment is also shortened. » Full Story
Decorate Your Home with Natural Light
May 30, 2008
One of today’s most popular home design features is more natural light, flooding through windows and dramatically flowing through skylights. » Full Story
Fire
May 30, 2008
Fire prevention tips:
v Install smoke detectors and test them regularly. Install a detector on each floor of your home, in the kitchen and in a corridor outside bedrooms. » Full Story
v Install smoke detectors and test them regularly. Install a detector on each floor of your home, in the kitchen and in a corridor outside bedrooms. » Full Story
Flood
May 30, 2008
What is a flash flood?
A flash flood is a rapid rise in water caused by heavy or excessive rainfall within a short period of time, generally less than six hours. » Full Story
A flash flood is a rapid rise in water caused by heavy or excessive rainfall within a short period of time, generally less than six hours. » Full Story
From the Project Manager
May 30, 2008
The first thing most people do when they buy a new home is rip out the carpet– unless of course it’s newer carpet. I never had that luxury. » Full Story
Gas Leak/Explosion
May 30, 2008
What is natural gas? Natural gas is primarily methane, with small amounts of other hydrocarbons. » Full Story
Go Green with Reclaimed Floors
May 30, 2008
Environmentally conscious homeowners may face a dilemma: they crave the warm patina of wood floors, but want to choose a sustainable flooring material. » Full Story
Green Building Options from the Ground Up
May 30, 2008
More and more homes are being built and remodeled with the environment in mind. » Full Story
High Voltage/Electric Shock
May 30, 2008
What is electric shock? Electric shock can be painful and even lethal, depending on the voltage, current and duration of exposure. » Full Story
Landscape Lighting: A Great Way to Dress Up Your Home
May 30, 2008
The real estate market may be in a slump, but not all industries having to do with the home are in trouble. » Full Story
Lighten and Brighten: Your home will take on a new look with new carpet and lighting
May 30, 2008
By EMILY R. » Full Story
Make Fleas and Ticks Unwelcome in Your Home
May 30, 2008
When it comes to flea and tick control, a little precaution is preferable to a lot of fixing up afterward. » Full Story
Make Spring Cleaning Easier: Rent Tools
May 30, 2008
As the temperatures rise and we begin to emerge from winter hibernation, many of us feel the urge to open up our homes and begin cleaning away the dust and dirt that has accumulated over the long wint » Full Story
Make the Most of Your Tax Rebate: Reinvest in Your Home
May 30, 2008
In an effort to jumpstart the struggling economy, the federal government has approved an economic stimulus package that will send rebate checks to qualifying taxpayers, some as early as May. » Full Story
Medical Emergencies
May 30, 2008
DIABETIC REACTION:
Symptoms of hypoglycemia:
v Shakiness
v Dizziness
v Sweating
v Hunger
v Headache
v Pale skin colo » Full Story
Symptoms of hypoglycemia:
v Shakiness
v Dizziness
v Sweating
v Hunger
v Headache
v Pale skin colo » Full Story
New Plants, Less Work, Gorgeous Garden
May 30, 2008
Your dream garden can grow real with the help of new breeds of hydrangeas, coneflowers, roses and evergreen shrubs that let you create more beauty with less work. » Full Story
One of the Easiest Ways to Save Energy in Your Home
May 30, 2008
What will the lighting in your home look like in the future? According to American Lighting Association expert Monty Gilbertson it will look a lot like it does today, only it will be more energy effic » Full Story
Power Outage
May 30, 2008
Be prepared: Always keep the following items on hand and easily accessible:
v Flashlights and fresh batteries.
v Battery-powered radio. » Full Story
v Flashlights and fresh batteries.
v Battery-powered radio. » Full Story
Prepare Your House for Sale from the Ground Up
May 30, 2008
Although home sales remain weak, some homeowners are willing — or are compelled — to roll the dice and plant the “for sale” sign on the front lawn. » Full Story
Remodel While the Sun Shines: Summertime Home Fix-Ups
May 30, 2008
Summer often inspires the desire to remodel. Warm breezes blow through the windows to dry fresh coats of paint, and backyard picnics offer relaxing respite between projects. » Full Story
Roadside Emergencies
May 30, 2008
If you commute on a regular basis, you’ve doubtlessly seen many stranded motorists stuck alongside the road. It happens to almost everyone, eventually. » Full Story
Severe Thunderstorm
May 30, 2008
What is a thunderstorm? A severe thunderstorm is a storm accompanied by thunder and lightning that is capable of producing high winds, hail and other dangerous situations. » Full Story
Skylights: Energy Efficient Lighting & Ventilation
May 30, 2008
The green building and remodeling movement puts great emphasis on natural lighting, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. » Full Story
The Scrub-Free Way to Mildew Free House
May 30, 2008
Mold and mildew can make the exterior of your home look dirty and unattractive and rob it of its curb appeal. If left unchecked, it can also damage paint, wood, roofs and siding. » Full Story
Tips for Purchasing the Perfect Play System
May 30, 2008
When school lets out and the weather gets warm, children everywhere look to their back yards for fun, so it’s no surprise parents across the country are looking to play sets as the solution to keeping » Full Story
Tornado
May 30, 2008
What is a tornado?
A tornado is a violent, destructive whirling wind accompanied by a funnel-shaped cloud that progresses in a narrow path over the land. » Full Story
A tornado is a violent, destructive whirling wind accompanied by a funnel-shaped cloud that progresses in a narrow path over the land. » Full Story
