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20 The Clarington Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, November 19,1994 Gas Fireplace Creates a Comfort Zone in Your Home Few things create a greater sense of home and comfort than the warmth of a fireplace in your living room. But now more than ever, at a time when a clean environment and energy conservation are at the top of everyone's list, a fireplace should have more than aesthetic value. Fireplaces have to do more than look good, they have to deliver Just Window Shopping? Building:-^ Biace comfort - it's that simple. However, delivering the right amount of comfort is not so simple. It doesn't take a consumer long to get confused in the marketplace by BTU talk. Some manufacturers like to play the "bigger is better" game. We see units with up to 40,000 BTU input - clearly too much heat for most rooms. Studies show most homes in North America need between 6,000 to 15,000 BTU of heat to maintain comfort on an average winter day. This is far less than the 30,000, 40,000 and 50,000 BTU units some manufacturers are promoting. Over-sizing can do two things: Increase fuel costs and decrease your enjoyment. In most homes, a 40,000 BTU/hr. fireplace heater is too much. The operator's enjoyment enjoyment is decreased because the unit is either too hot or turned off. Before you cozy up to a new gas fireplace, it's important to do some research. Ask your friends and speak to dealers about the reputation reputation and reliability of different fireplace fireplace manufacturers. You might even want to contact your local gas utility or fire department. You'll also want to investigate the installation installation procedures - be wary of products products that are too complicated. Before you cozy up to a new gas fireplace, it's important to do your research Above all, your fireplace must be safe, secure and easy to operate and maintain. When planning to buy a gas fireplace, fireplace, here are some features to look for. Ceramic logs will deliver radiant heat better than thicker cement logs commonly found in other systems. Make sure the gas fireplace has an automatic cut-off system which automatically shuts down the fire if any obstructions or difficulties are detected in the exhaust system. Many fireplace systems require electric fans or blowers to spread heat into your room. These add unnecessary noise and in the event of a power failure, when you need effective heat distribution most, you may simply be out of luck. Proper radiant units are so effective, effective, that loud fans and blowers have been eliminated. As a result, the system is appreciably quieter. Finally, make sure the fireplace has variable heat settings. With the growing, widespread use of direct vent fireplaces, the days of chopping wood and clearing clearing ashes from your hearth are gone. Today's modern gas fireplace offers most of the same pleasures as an old-fashioned campfire, but without the work, the sparks and the soot. Aside from heat, comfort and energy savings, natural gas fireplaces fireplaces offer a security which is especially appropriate for harsh Canadian winters - heat without electricity. For those areas of the country not served by natural gas, homeowners can contact their local propane supplier to have tanks installed. Remember, your home can get very cold if there is a power failure and you don't have backup heating. m riULt in UNE! Support your local j-ung_Assoclatlqn 436-1046 y ggjpPPIlK V/•/*< \ \ K tJ-Thjhki Ltl it| ffiHSjjf §fpSS^ - ' I I, ^ iSPltL fâf # 0W ICxX5'>v,£ g# i y- ' -; £ Y-';h, / ""v:X LU7 ' Z <cku£ cornerstone realty ltd., realtor 104 king st. e., bowmanville ** Associate Brokers * Sales Representatives 428-1206 (Toronto Line) Miracle Network- SPONSORED BY RE^UKK" RE/MAX experience gets results! Call us First! r : Ji 'XXô ISîflfijfP iyy associate broker "Member of Remax 100% Club" Call for your FREE APPRAISAL ■ A A . IOJ5 V- c.- iV 1 ! ■ v ■ V V A 'N --A A) i > ' :i ir ^ < ■ v> ms J* w Spacious 3 + 1 bedroom brick bungalow - separate dining room with walkout to huge deck, fully finished walkout basement with woodstove, 2 baths - detached garage with full basement - all on a beautiful, mature half-acre lot ... Just $169,000.! 3116,800. George^ Attractive, nicely decorated 4 bedroom semi in good loca- Feddema* tion in Bowmanville. 4 appliances to stay. Partially finished ' basement. Nice back yard and paved drive. A pleasure to show. All for the price of $116,800. Call George Feddema* at . Remax Cornerstone 623-6000 , . .. ^JP**^*"* jPaul DeJaaer* X \ „ ASKING, ONLY $19,900. Great lot backs onto open field minutes from town. 2 bedroom mobile home. Eat-in kitchen, woodstove. Good buy. Call me for details. POWER OF SALE!!!- .. . . ,$99.9Q0. Move in before Christmas. 3 + 1 bedroom bungalow, great location. location. Large eat-in kitchen with pantiy. Hugh living with wood' stove roughed in and walkout to deck. Call for details Paul DeJager* at 623-6000 OR 623-2712. J w Doug Humphrey** Broker new listing ' Gas heated Bowmanville semi 623-6000 with huge lot. Newly decorated ,, _, , D with upgraded bathrooms and Me ™ b f r of Remax light fixtures. Value in a family Hall of Fame home for $115,900. SENIORS APARTMENT - BOWMANVILLE Large 1 bedroom on 1st floor-utilities and appliances included. $495. Vinnie Gupta* Sales Rep. 987-1709 (res.) Your Clarington Connection " OPEN THIS SUNDAY, 1-4 p.m. 119 Edward Si., Newcastle Just imagine sitting in front of a lovely fireplace in your family room overlooking a private ravine lot with your family at Christmas. This lovely 3 bedroom raised bungalow with in-law apartment is priced only at $159,900. David Passant* Alto: $18,500. - Power of Sale • mobile home in park. $28,800. - 50 acres with stream and beaver pond. $64,800. -2 1/2 acre building lot, all hardwood. $88,500. - 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 storey starter. 588,800. - Power of Sale • brick bungalow. $112,900.- North end bungalow, gas heal. $118,800.- 2 bedroom bungalow, central location. $109,900.-2 + 1 bedrooms, quiet north end location. For a market evaluation of your property call DaVid today! DAVID PASSANT**, ASSOCIATE BROKER - Serving the Durham Region for over 19 Years QUALITY AND , COMFORT This lovely custom bunga' low has two x six construction construction and plaster walls, eat- in kitchen and separate dining room, cozy wood- burning fireplace in the spacious recreation room, slate pool table and equipment. equipment. The list goes on and on ... Please ask for David Passant" to view this exceptional home! Tony Klompmaker* James* and Ellen** Bush YOU DESERVE A PROMOTION Beautifully appointed 3 bedroom with master ensuite with separate shower. Separate dining room, main floor family room, main floor laundry, many upgrades. Call now, asking $160,000. 55 CLAYTON ORES. of 135 ELGIN ST. 3 bedrooms, finished rec room, central vac plus 3 appliances. Asking $124,900. 4 bedrooms plus loads extras. Asking $169,900. Call Tony Klompmaker*, Remax Cornerstone Realty Ltd. 623-6000 or Res. 263-4448 f ° M F Â P F D * F M A SV ! ! i 1 > F fc 11 ' f Vit BEa/r-iL Lu if ü ü li 8 Mina L it L„,i: \J b FIRST TIME HOME Linda HUGE LOT McLennan** This is a gardener's delight. Cozy BUYER 0 3 bedroom bungalow with large Here's a good beginning! 3 bed- eat-in kitchen. Gas heat. High room link v/ith finished rec room, and dry basement. Single car Gas heat. Fenced yard. Above 9 ara 9 G ' ground pool. Close to 401. Call Linda McLennan** 623-6000 TRAILER 34' x 8' with 16' x 12' addition. Private treed lot. Asking only $5,900. rlL 12'x 45', 1 bedroom, eat-in kitchen, living room with woodstove. Includes fridge, stove and garden shed. Only $23,900. Don't Beat Around the Bush. Call James* or Ellen** Bush 623-6000 Dianne Warren* YOU WANTED A BARGAIN! Here it is. Come see this lovely 3 bedroom raised bungalow semi. Spacious sunny eat-in kitchen with oak cupboards and walkout to deck. Finished rec room, 2 baths. Fully fenced yard and paved drive. All this for only $113,900. Call Dianne Warren* 623-6000 Toronto Line 428-1206 FOR PROFESSIONAL RESULTS THAT MOVE YOU! HUGE PRIVATE LOT $149,900. Aubrey Crooks* This 2 storey has so much to offer, Three bedrooms, main floor family room with woodstove and walkout to garden. Eat-in kitchen, loads of cupboards, new broadloom in living, dining and family rooms. In-law 2 bedroom apartment, private entrance. Central air and central vac. / Call Aubrey Crooks* 623-6000 or Res. 623-1735. 4 Dorocn Gros., Bowmanville - 35 Glon Hill Dr„ Whitby -92 Vail Meadows Ores., Bowmanville - 26 Rosor Gros,, Bowmanvillo - 36 East Boach Rd., Bowmanvillo - Manvors St., Pontypool - 33 Doorpaik Gros., Bowmanvillo - 82 Elgin St„ Bowmanvillo - 2 Coulson Crt., Nowcastlo - 5 Hailoy Git., Bowmanvillo Do you know what your honte Is worth? To find out call Rob Donnelly today at 718-0388 for your FREE HOME MARKET EVALUATION. WHEN IT'S TIME TO MOVE, IT'S TIME TO CALL DONNELLY. X Rob Donnelly Sales Representative 718-0388 24 HR. DIR. MOBILE 92 Vail Meadows SOLD in one day Ron Moore* Sales Rep. 623-6000 24 hr. 623-9263 (res.) 1600 SQ. FT. BEAUTY!! 3 bedroom homo with family room and 3 bathrooms. Tastefully decorated throughout. Only $149,900. For personal viewing, please call Ron Moore* at 623-6000 24 hr. or 623-9263, ©h