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p16 weekender february 27 1993 jj1hjhl home impressions our customers save up to 50 over other methods no digging inside or outside rnished or unfinished basement fully transferable written guarantee visa mastercard accepted authorized dealer for ft call 4850065 tm a look at renovation trends basement systems canada licensed bonded insured ifm self storing fabric bbss retractable awnings protect yourself from harmful ultraviolet rays 5 year warranty custom made sizes self storing self supporting retractable fabric awnings markilux fabric draylon poly acrylic fibre block out ultra violet rays and 77 of the suns direct heat john bouwmeister cont ltd 2941798 call us for a really shady deal see us at markville shopping centre centre court hwy 7 mccowan rd march 1 march the way we renovate our homes reflects who we are both as indi viduals and as a society trends in renovations mirror larger trends and changes that shape society as a whole the renovation trends of the eariy 90s are no exception to this the return of traditional values todays consumers are looking for a simpler lifestyle as the baby- boomers still the single largest group driving the marketplace age they are turning to traditional values that focus on the way things were how does this impact on renova tion trends consumers are reno vating their homes to look and feel more like those they grew up in and the result is the warm and per sonal living environments of the 90s wood is making a comeback the richness and lasting beauty of wood is once more enjoyed in hardwood floors cabinetry banis ters and other decorative touches mouldings available in a multitude of styles and patterns are making subtle but personal decorating statements in living areas colors are back in vogue from fashion able jewel tones to environmentally sensitive earthtones to delicate easytoworkwith pastels cocooning as part of the return to traditional values consumers are placing increased emphasis on their per sonal lives they value time spent with family and friends and home is the focal point for social activi ties kitchens family rooms and dining areas are being combined and kitchens are designed as work and entertainment centres out doors decks and patios are being added changed or enlarged to accommodate the favourite hobby of a growing number of homeown ers namely gardening growing environmental awareness when replacing old windows homeowners are choosing high- efficiency or super windows other common energyefficient upgrades include extra insulation new furnaces new doors and weatherstripping one of the biggest trends today according to renovators who have been in the business for years is the emphasis on the efficient use of space concerned about the impact of their renovation on the environment homeowners are moving or knocking down walls redesigning their homes to improve spaciousness and traffic flow before adding that extra room or floor a return of traditional values cocooning and environmental awarenessit all adds up to the life that makes you happy in the home that makes you feel good kitchensbaths most popular reno choices kitchens and bathrooms still reign supreme with homeowners doing renovations kitchens account for the largest share of total renovation spending by homeowners and bathrooms the third largest share a wide array of exciting new materials products and innovative designs are turning yesterdays kitchens and bathrooms into the comfortable convenient energy- efficient and environmentally friendly living spaces of the 90s in the kitchen atmosphere and convenience are the themes of the day welldesigned kitchens and openconcept livingeating areas promote easy enjoyable together ness the cosy comfort to todays traditionallooking kitchen com bines the lasting beauty of wooden cabinet doors with practical low- s sale s never beforesold to the public at this low price 4 drawer pullout basket system care laminate interiors new kitchen designs include pro viding for the separation of garbage right in the kitchen at the source where it makes the most sense organic wastes are collected before they are transferred to the outdoor composter and a builtin recycling bin allows the homeowner to gath er bottles cans and other recy- clables conveniently for curbside pickup builtin baskets shelves and spice racks garbage disposal systems small appliances installed to make use of undercupboard space built- in microwave ovens and retractable oven hoods all add up to a well- organized working kitchen for the 90s granitetype countertops in many colours now come complete with limited quantities 69 95 compare at j12s00 20 other sizes available from 1695 to 7995 closet and storage shelving cuttosize while you wait shoe racks cabinet rollouts handiracks collapsible bins stacking baskets moving bins wall baskets recycling bins file boxes wall grids toy boxes basement storage we ship anywhere j moulded sinks for easy wiping while the traditional laminate counter is edged with oak or brass for a warm and decorative touch linoleumand vinyl floors are still the number one choice for the kitchen for their easy maintenance but a growing number of home owners are opting for the rich look of hardwood floors and earthtone ceramic tiles the selection of tiles is greater than ever before glazed and matte from a rainbow of solid colours to intricate designs in sizes from 4 by 4 in to 12 by 12 in tiles are providing attractive back- grounds or counterpoints in kitchen and bathroom walls and floors bathrooms once offered up as private havens of ultimate luxury are becoming more modest while they continue to provide a pleas ant relaxing atmosphere canadi an manufacturers are providing colour coordination between prod uct lines enabling consumers to select individual fixtures such as tubs sinks and toilets from various price groups without sacrificing uniformity of color glass and mirrors continue to be used extensively to create the visu al appearance of more space cul tured marble products are gaining in popularity as an alternative to tiles around the tub and inside shower enclosures many more items on sale victoria lighting i hwy 7 at mccowan mon 106 thurl i seven stab plaza tue1 fri 9 sat 96 un -1f-v- hwy 7 victoria lighting- manufactured in canada 10 year warranty container solutions 135 east beaver creek road unit 7 richmond hill ont l4b 1e2 tel 416 7718412 fax 416 7718413 1 street east of leslie north off hwy 7 rt monday to saturday 9 s sundays 125 i stop the reno man let us help you use your talents to save yourself money we will do the work you dont have time for or dont feel fully comfortable doing the whole job or just parts of it no job too small studding drywall taping electrical plumbing trim exterior window door replacement stucco spraying roofing tiling installation of hardwood flooringstrip or parquet floor sanding and finishing all work guaranteed references available upon request please call 6408191