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FEBRUARY 2016
Local
homes
for sale!
In this issue:
pre-sale projects
travel security
city vs. suburbs showdown
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Welcome to the latest issue of At Home. This month, we feature even more tips on how to truly feel at home in your house, apartment, condo, or wherever you live.
Our splurge and save this month features some inspirational industrial pieces. Take a look and let us know what your favorites are! As a special treat, we even have an industrial take on our Trend to Try this month and we show you how to make your very own industrial pipe curtain rod.
There is a special feature on being prepared when traveling, and how to keep your data safe both at home and abroad. Being aware of your financial activity is key to maintaining data security.
Continuing our DIY focus, Jeanette Caban shares her home DIY project, a clean board and batton look for her guest-room bathroom. If you have done any projects, we’d love to see! Send us a photo or two, along with a little bit about it, for a chance to be featured in an upcoming issue of At Home.
We hope you enjoy this issue. As always, we’d love to hear your comments! Send them to our editor by emailing [email protected] or visit our new Facebook page (facebook.com/At-Home-Magazine). You can also mail comments to At Home Editor, c/o Post-Bulletin Co., PO Box 6118, Rochester, MN 55903.
C O N T R I B u T O R B I O
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F E AT u R E S
Allison
Jeanette Caban is a Post-Bulletin employee who often spends her
free time chronicling her love of interior design on
www.simplychicbyjeanette.com.
2016 Exterior Fix-it List 8
Are You Protected? 9
4 Pre-sale Projects for Every Seller 10
Be Prepared – Staying Secure While Traveling 12
Be Prepared – Staying Secure at Home 13
City vs. Suburbs 14
Get This Look 6
Beyond the Name! 7
Splurge vs. Save 17
Trend to Try 19
I DIY’d It 22
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Get This Look
Bleeker Beige
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The versatility of Bleeker Beige creates a neutral backdrop so you can decide what other colors you want to highlight in your room.
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Canyon by SuperDeck Transparent Stain will bring a richness to wooden beams, trim or flooring.Find at Struve’s Paintwww.struvepaint.com
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Fireplace mantelCentury-old reclaimed wood mantels show off the great character of time and history, and many are adorned with genuine, hand-hammered ironwork.
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Benson Mattison – Realtor
Best part of the jobReal estate is a life-long learning process, full of twists and turns! It is also just plain fun; when each day starts, I never know who I will meet or where a simple conversation may lead. Ultimately, I love the opportunity to meet and help new people as we navigate the selling/buying process together. I especially like the excitement that comes with working alongside first-time homebuyers as they transition from renting into the world of equity.
Ideal Friday nightDinner and conversation in a nice restaurant with my wife and friends; simple, yet outstanding.
PetsWe own and adore Rex, a mixed coonhound we rescued/rehabilitated from bilateral hip injuries and Rupert, a toy poodle rescue.
Words to live byIf you do not go after what you want, you will never have it. If you do not ask, the answer will always be NO. If you do not step forward, you will always be in the same place.
Favorite food ANYTHING international.
HobbiesCooking, traveling, boating, water and cross-country skiing, walking dogs, looking for houses.
Beyondthe
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More people will see the outside of a home than will ever see the interior. Beyond pure vanity, though, maintaining a beautiful home exterior will keep the
structure sound and ensure a healthy resale value.
It’s puzzling, then, how it is so easy to neglect the home exterior. One culprit could be a lack of attention, says Sabine Schoenberg, founder of home improvement site SabinesHome.com.
“You don’t catch whether your driveways or gutters are in bad shape because you go into ‘auto mode’ when you come home for the day,” Schoenberg says. “You come home so often, that you don’t pay attention to what’s around you.”
Fortunately, there is an easy way to solve this: Every month or every quarter, view your home as if you’re a first-time visitor.
“Every so often you should go around and perform your own visual home inspection,” Schoenberg says. “I know we are all busy, but if you look at your home like a visitor would, you’re more likely to find the cracks in the foundation, the cracks around the windows and the stains in the driveway.”
Here, home maintenance experts give tips on how to stay on top of exterior issues.
DrivewaysLynda Lyday, a contractor, carpenter and home-improvement author, says that
driveways are often one of the most neglected
areas of a home. That’s because they are outside in the heat or cold 24/7.
“I’m a big believer in the pressure washer,” Lyday says. “That’s especially true for the concrete driveway.”
Lyday recommends that homeowners should pressure-wash their driveways every few months to wash away oil stains and other unsightly messes. It’s equally important for homeowners to apply new sealer to their blacktop driveways every two years to keep cracks from forming.
GuttersIt’s important for homeowners to clean their
gutters at least once every season. Stopped gutters can cause water to puddle along the edges of a home. It can be costly if that water leaks into a residence’s basement.
Lyday says not to forget the downspouts. Many owners clean their gutters but then forget to unscrew their downspouts and clean out any clogs in them. A clogged downspout can also result in large pools of water around the edge of a home.
Underground drain linesSchoenberg says that 99 percent
of homeowners forget to check their underground drain lines. This could be a costly mistake. In older underground systems, especially those made of clay, tree roots can clog pipes enough so that they are only working at 20- to 30-percent effectiveness.
“That works during most rain events. But if
you get a real heavy rain, your whole drainage system might back up into your basement,” Schoenberg says.
Homeowners should hire plumbing experts with drain cameras to look for blockages every few years, she says. Owners with older drainage systems should do this every year.
DecksWood decks suffer when they are exposed
to either too much sunlight or too much shade. Schoenberg recommends that homeowners seal their wood decks every few years to preserve the material and make it last longer.
WindowsIt’s easy for windows that face north
to become overgrown with mold and mildew. That’s why Lyday recommends that homeowners every season use a push broom and garden hose to scrub around the base of their windows. This should remove any vegetation or mildew that builds up around them.
For Lyday, taking care of a home’s exterior mostly requires common sense. She believes, for instance, in the power of binoculars.
“Say you need to check on your gutters,” Lyday says. “Get a pair of binoculars and look up into those gutters. See what is inside them. You might be surprised at what you find. Exterior maintenance is often about this kind of common-sense approach. You need to keep up with it to prevent it from becoming a bigger job.”
2016 exterior fix-it listby DAN RAFTER | CTW FEATURES
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MAKE SURE YOUR HOMEOWNERS’ INSURANCE COVERAGE GIVES YOU THE PROTECTION YOU NEED FROM COMMON DISASTERS IN YOUR REGION
Are you protected?
by RACHEL GRAF | CTW FEATURES
Typically, homeowner’s insurance covers basic disasters such as windstorms, hail storms and fires. However, since insurance policies vary based on location, consult with
a local agent to determine what options are best for your region.“Where you live, and the type of home
you live in, all can shape what your real needs are,” says Scott Mallasee, property and casualty staff product director of Nationwide Insurance.
For example, the Midwest has become especially susceptible to hail storms, so many local insurance companies are placing separate deductibles on wind and hail coverage, says Robert Jackson, president and producer of the insurance agency Jackson Dieken & Associates in Westlake, Ohio.
Homes in southern states such as Florida and Louisiana have undergone extensive roof damage from hurricanes in the past years, says
Rocco English, a State Farm Insurance agent based in Orlando, Fla. And fire is the most common disaster claim in California, according to insurer Allstate. Typically, basic policies will cover these disasters in those specific regions.
Based on their needs, homeowners also can purchase additional coverage for disasters such as floods and earthquakes. Insurance for these disasters typically is not covered in a basic policy but can be added for an additional fee.
Flood insurance is sold through the National Flood Insurance Program, but it is often administered through private companies, Mallasee says.
However, don’t wait until a major storm is days away to buy flood insurance, as there is a 30-day mandatory wait period. Agencies don’t want people buying the additional insurance only if a storm is coming, Jackson says.
Additionally, the amount homeowners pay for flood insurance
is determined by the “flood zone” they live in. Zones are defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency based on an area’s level of flood risk: “moderate to low risk areas,” “high risk areas” and “undefined areas.” The higher the risk, the more expensive the insurance policy will be.
Similarly, damage from water backup is not covered in basic policies. Water backup can happen from sewers, drains or an overflowing sump pump, according to Allstate. Insurers usually offer coverage as separate add-ons, and deductibles and other provisions vary based on location, Mallasee says.
Finally, consider contents coverage if you store valuables in the basement or other areas prone to disasters, Jackson says. Basic policies include a small amount of coverage, but homeowners also can endorse the policy to cover more expensive valuables.
Be sure to read your insurance policy carefully, paying special attention to any exemption clauses.
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One of the joys of buying and moving into a new home is just that — everything is new. But if a seller doesn’t have newness to offer but rather a bunch of
faulty features, the buyers may be scarce. “Most people want to move in [to a home]
and have the work already done,” says Jann Seal, a sales associate with Exit Realty Premier in Wellington, Fla.
If you’re getting ready to sell, here are four pre-listing preparations to get your house ready for buyers
1. Touch-upsThe easiest thing a homeowner can do to
make his or her property more attractive is to touch up the little things. This includes restructuring anything with a functionality problem. Examples include fixing broken doors or cabinets or replacing failing windows. Replace any broken screens too, if more than the window frame is broken. And don’t forget the outside.
“The most common suggestion we make is for color to be added to the exterior either in the form of flowers or through painting,” says Scott Newman, of Newman Realty in Chicago. You should also depersonalize the property. “Remove all personal photographs. Take the magnets off the refrigerator,” Seal says. “Let the potential buyer imagine himself, his family and his belongings in the house.”
2. PaintingPainting may not be the first thing on a seller’s mind, but it can completely change the look of a home. In addition to outside touch-ups, fresh coats on the interior can transform the way someone feels when walking into a room. Seal says neutral colors are the best. “Latte or dove gray gives the rooms a clean, modern feel,” she says. “Keep the trim white.”
Adds Todd Polinchock, a Realtor in Doylestown, Penn.: “Paint is worth its weight in gold.”
3. Carpets and flooringAlongside paint, new flooring affords the homeowners the opportunity to change the look and feel of a property.
Both Newman and Polinchock suggest replacing old carpet, noting it’s a “relatively small” investment compared to other home repairs. Besides, stained or dated carpet can be an eyesore to potential buyers,The same goes for hardwood flooring. Though it is more expensive per square foot than carpeting – the World Floor Covering Association says carpet can start at just $2 per square foot installed, with wood starting at $6 per square foot installed — a study using data from the National Association of Realtors found that buyers are willing to spend more than $2,000 more on a house with hardwood flooring than a house without. Both routes
will make your house look much newer, but if replacement is not an option, try to find a cost-effective professional cleaning method to get flooring looking as fresh as possible.4. Updates
The largest project a seller needs to worry about is updating the house that’s for sale. Ask your agent about what items or systems in your home need to be upgraded to compete with comparable houses. It could be anything from kitchen upgrades (new countertops or appliances) or bathroom updates (new sinks, faucets and showerheads).
“Today’s buyer is increasingly interested in modern, sexy upgrades from a much more expensive home and are the kinds of things their friends will say ‘oh’ and ‘ah’ to when they come over,” Newman says. “People love an eye-catching backsplash in the kitchen and hotel-style bathroom upgrades that look like something out of a five-star spa.”
While pricey updates may make your home attractive to buyers, Seal recommends not going overboard. Not all upgrades and projects will bring in large returns on your investment.
Instead of a full-on upgrade, Polinchock suggests picking one or two items to replace.
“It’s about making those changes [that] will give you the best chance to sell in the shortest period of time for the best price,” Polinchock says.
4 pre-sale projects for every sellerby ALEX BURNHAM | CTW FEATURES
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XXX 371st Ave, Zumbro Falls
This great 9.09 acre building site offers much wildlife and scenic views. Enjoy your privacy just 20 minutes from downtown Rochester. $133,900 (4059397)
3864 Virgo Ln SW
Huge lot at 0.38 acres and huge garage with nearly 800 sq ft! Three bedroom, 2 full bath split located on a cul-de-sac street in a popular subdivision. Plenty of amenities including maple hardwood floors, white cabinets, granite, paneled doors, kitchen backsplash, ceiling fans, and much more. $264,900 (4066895)
3006 16th Ave NW
All of the essentials have been taken care of in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 stall garage home. As of Oct. 2015, brand new roof, freshly painted exterior & interior, and brand new carpet throughout. Amenities include hardwood floors, fireplace, tile, and deck. Great location near schools, park, shopping, and public transit! $153,500 (4067433)
3783 Patio Ln SW
Spectacular 2 bed, 2 bath patio home in Meadow Lakes! Fabulous finishes throughout including quartz counters, crown molding, gorgeous hardwood, french doors, & beautiful living room built-ins. Great Room features 10 ft ceilings and large windows for tons of natural light. Master suite is perfect for relaxing - private 3/4 bath w/tiled walk-in shower, walk-in closet (w/organizer) and double vanity! $359,000 (4067421)
5092 Ridgeview Dr NW
Wonderful 4 bed, 3 bath home in popular Ridgeview Manor neighborhood! You’ll love this home with its vaulted ceilings, walk-in closets, gas fireplace, and master suite w/jetted tub and shower. Full walkout basement is ready to finish to your specifications! Enjoy the outdoor space w/beautiful views, mature trees, maintenance free deck, patio, and plenty of space to spread out! Nearly 1/3 acre lot! $285,900 (4064480)
605 Somerby on 9th NE, Byron
Come join the fun lifestyle of Somerby Golf Community! This wonderful 4 bed, 4 bath home boasts fabulous finishes throughout: towering family room ceilings, newly refinished hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, beautiful open kitchen w/center island, granite, lower cabinets w/pull- out drawers, and large, high-quality windows! Assn membership includes tennis and basketball courts, pool, park, and more! $399,900 (4067204)
3563 Woodstone Dr SW
Sharp looking 3 bedroom, upper level laundry 2 story with open layout. Lower level walk out and nice flat backyard. Master offers a fully tiled shower, huge walk-in closet, tray ceiling, recessed lighting, and fan. Cherry cabinets, backsplash, gas fireplace, maple floors, white painted upgraded trim and solid doors. Exterior features a front porch and stone and board and batten accents. $354,900 (4061847)
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6611 Zumbro Hylands Ln NW
Exquisite 6 bed, 6 bath ranch in Zumbro Hylands is gorgeous inside and out! Open concept main level w/vaulted ceilings, large kitchen w/walk-in pantry. Main floor master w/walk-in shower, jetted tub, custom walk-in closet and laundry access! Large lower level family room great for entertaining w/wet bar and wine cellar. Walkout to patio and fire pit! Peruvian limestone, Geo thermal heating system. $1,295,000 (4062927)
3733 Berkshire Rd SW
Absolutely stunning 3 bed, 3 bath townhome! Tons of natural light, custom sinks and custom built-ins throughout, central sound (entire ML and LL screen porch), 2 fireplaces, jetted tub, and main floor laundry with sink and cabinets! Custom gourmet kitchen, dry bar, and wet bar all with granite counters. Huge storage rooms in lower level; 1 is ready to finish into a bed/bonus room. Pre-Inspected! $419,900 (4063413)
35XX 100th St SW, Oronoco
Great development opportunity on paved roads close to Rochester. Potential for a combination of flat, walkout and panoramic view lots. Some river frontage included. Hwy 52 north, R on 100th St/Cty 12. Property is located on the left past Minnesota Ave. 155 Acres. $1,500,000 (4057568)
2650 Centurion Lane NE
Fantastic patio home in Centurion Ridge! To be completed very soon, this rare 3 bedroom on one level, 2 bathroom home offers crown molding, ceramic tile, and ample windows for an open, elegant feel. Large pantry in the kitchen, dining room access to the back patio, and convenient laundry room with cabinets, sink, and ample counter space. Great cul-de-sac location close to Century High School! (4067589) $415,797
7033 19th St SE, Eyota
Acreage! Adjacent to Chesterwoods Park, this 19.5 acre horse ranch is a great value! 3 separate pastures, pipe round pens, indoor (72x120) riding arena. Insulated 50x60 horse barn w/14’ stalls and 2 automatic waterers. Approx 10 acres surrounded by electric/solar fence. Can board 50+ horses. Fresh paint throughout lovely 4 bed, 3 bath house w/finished walkout basement! $749,900 (4064106)
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Maintaining cyber security while traveling takes effort and forethought but it can be done quite easily. Whether you travel domestically or internationally,
there are steps to take to ensure your sensitive data stays protected. These tips will help you with both personal and corporate data security.
Security starts before you ever leave for your trip. Security Magazine has a list of ways to protect yourself while traveling. Here are some of their suggestions for what to take care of before you leave.
1. Back up all devices you are taking with you. Reset passwords for maximum strength.
2. Call your banks and credit card
companies to let them know you’ll be traveling. Share your dates of travel and location itinerary. Tim Bartlett, vice President of Home Federal Savings Bank, agrees, adding that you should keep a close eye on your account when traveling. “With online banking and mobile apps, it’s never been easier to monitory your account,” he says.
3. Leave any non-essential items behind. Take only your important IDs, credit and debit cards.The FCC also suggests outfitting any devices that will be traveling with you with privacy screens. This will prohibit onlookers from viewing any sensitive data that may be on your screen. The organization also suggests removing sensitive data from your devices unless absolutely necessary on your trip. Disable auto logins to important apps or websites on your phone, computer or tablet.
Another option Bartlett shares is to get a temporary or pre-paid card for your travels. This prevents fraudulent activity from occurring on your primary card and is easy to do damage control if anything should happen.
While traveling abroad, it is essential to remain vigilant. Know that other countries may not have privacy laws and can legally listen to phone conversations or watch your online activity. Security Magazine stresses the importance of not lending your devices to anyone while traveling. It is also important to
Staying secure while traveling
by ALLISON ROE
BE PREPARED
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monitor your credit and debit card activity while abroad. Just because your bank knows you’re away doesn’t mean someone still can’t hack your account.
upon return, take time to re-secure your data. Here are a few more tips from Security Magazine.
1. Test every device for malware before reconnecting to your trusted networks. This means running a security check before you connect to your home or work wifi.
2. Change all your passwords.
3. Call your bank and credit card companies and let them know you’re home. Continue to monitor your accounts.
“These practices may seem cumbersome, but they provide essential protections to ensure data security and privacy while traveling abroad,” writes Edward Yakabovicz for Security Magazine. With some forethought and care during travel, you can maintain data privacy during your travels.
Even when you’re not traveling, you should be taking precautions with your credit and debit cards. Tim Bartlett, Vice President of Home Federal Savings Bank, explains how new credit card chips help prevent fraud but how you still need to be careful.
On credit card chips“The intent of the chip is
to prevent fraud. When a merchant scans the card, the magnetic strip indicates it’s a chip-enabled card and a message would prompt you
to insert the chip,” Bartlett explains. If someone had copied your magnetic strip, they would be prompted to insert the chip. “But if they don’t have the chip, then the transaction can’t be processed.”
Online fraudWhile credit card chips
are great for ensuring in-store purchase safety, online purchases are more susceptible to fraud. Bartlett shares a few precautions: “Never give your card information out to
anybody. Monitor your account on a daily basis.”
Set limitsKeep your debit card
spending limit low, says Bartlett. “The lower your daily limit on purchases, the better for you because if your card does get hacked, that’s the highest amount they could spend,” he says. For example, a daily limit of $700 will prevent anyone from spending more than that and can keep damage to a minimum.
Staying secure at home
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Trendy neighborhood and nightlife, or picket fence and easy parking? While American homebuyers continue to ponder the perennial question of where to settle – city
or suburbs – the lifestyle, demographics and amenities of each are changing as well.
Here’s a closer look to help you decide where you want to live.
TrendsAmericans have migrated en masse from
the cities to the suburbs for decades, but the exodus has reversed in recent years, according to recent Census data. More than half of the country’s 51 largest metropolitan areas reported faster growth in city centers than suburbs from 2010 to 2011, and 19 of the 51 major metros showed faster primary city than suburb growth in 2012-2013. That’s up significantly from 2000 to 2010, when only five city centers grew faster than their surrounding suburbs.
“I think there are always going to be people moving to the suburbs,” says John McIlwain, senior fellow for housing at the urban Land Institute, a nonprofit research and education group for land use and real estate. “We’re not talking about a black-or-white situation, but the great migration to the suburbs is over. We’re now seeing incrementally more people living in either central cities or newly evolving suburban town centers.”
Cara Ameer, a Realtor and broker associate
with Coldwell Banker vanguard Realty in Ponte vedra Beach, Fla., has noticed a renewed fascination with cities in her clients. “First-time homebuyers tend to want to be in more in-town areas,” she says.
CostThe top reason that suburbs continue to
be attractive to homebuyers comes down, unsurprisingly, to costs. The main advantage of the suburbs is that housing per square foot is cheaper. Most suburbs offer bigger houses and more land.
Homes in the city do tend to offer “less bang for the buck,” Ameer says, because the limited space is more expensive. However, both Ameer and McIlwain point out that homes in urban markets might appreciate more than their suburban counterparts. McIlwain says prices in urban markets dropped less and rebounded faster in recent years.
“I think cities and denser areas tend to retain their value a little bit more because it’s more expensive,” Ameer says. “It’s more cost-prohibitive to get in, versus suburbs, where the affordability factor is widened and it’s typically easier for more people to get into that area.”
Changes“People always said the reasons these
[homebuyers] were going out to the suburbs were the same ones their parents had,” McIlwain says. “But the suburbs today are not
the suburbs of the ’50s and ’60s.”The biggest demographic groups headed
for cities are empty-nesters and millennials, or those in their 20s and early 30s. “Many of them want to find ways to stay in the city after they get married and have kids,” McIlwain says.
Schools and safety are two big factors in choosing where to live, and those statistics are changing, too. Not all suburban schools are high-performing, and city crime rates have seen reductions in the last few decades.
With so many different choices, Ameer reminds her first-time homebuyer clients to be flexible and weigh their needs versus their wants. Buying a property needs to be a compromise, she says.
“This is not a forever property, remember that,” Ameer says. “Get into something that makes sense for you financially and fits your lifestyle. As your life evolves, you can make the next step.”
City vs. suburbs
City centers are growing, but the draw of the
suburbs always will be there.
Here’s how to decide which spot is right for you
by ALYSSA KARAS | CTW FEATURES
WHAT DO YOU
THINK? Would you rather live in a city,
suburb or the country?
Head to our Facebook page
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Robin Gwaltney507-259-4926
Jill Wylam507-529-5164
Derrick Guevremont507-272-8018
Joe Sutherland507-285-9400
Ron & Lynn Wightman507-424-6012
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Industrial design features utilitarian objects, neutral colors and raw wood and metal surfaces. Whether you’re a fan of the full-on warehouse look or simply just like the idea of incorporating subtle hints of industrial flare to your home, here are some pieces to get you started.
savevs.splurgeIndustrial by JEANETTE CABAN
$135
$50
$100
$129 ea.
$79-109 ea.
$30
$24
$50
$30 ea.
$40 approx.
utility Pendant Cage
Shelf 11”x28” Wall Mirror
Square Canvas Bin
Oversized Hanging Letters
Industrial Pipe Adjustable Rods
vintage Hanging Caged Pendant
Admiral Hanging Mirror
Metal Ashton Rolling Hamper
Large Galvanized Metal Letter
Do It Yourself!
from Schoolhouse Electric
from CB2
Crate & Barrel
from Pottery Barn
from West Elm
from Home Depot
from Anthropologie
from World Market
from Hobby Lobby
see pg. 19 for details
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realty of rochester
507-285-9400
REAL ESTATE
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We are absolutely loving the industrial trend that’s showing up all over Pinterest and HGTv. While it’s easy to buy and install a premade pipe curtain rod, it’s just as easy and cost-effective to make your own. With just a few pieces, you can make your own galvanized pipe curtain rod that looks like it came out of the industrial revolution.
Industrial curtain rod
by ALLISON ROE
Supplies2 1/2” floor flange
2 1/2” close nipple
2 1/2” 90-degree elbow
1/2” galvanized pipe (see note below about length)
Rustoleum primer
Rustoleum spray paint (I used bronze)
Curtains
8 screws
Note about pipe length: Measure the width of your window. Your pipe should be longer than this. For example, my window measured 96” wide but I had my pipe cut to 103” to allow for overhang. You will also want to decide how far out you want your curtains to be from the wall, as this will determine the length of nipple you use.
trendstry
our plant is easy. Keep in indirect sunlight and water based on what your specific plant needs—most are a light manner in any container. Place around your home or office and enjoy!
to
Directions
1. Spray paint all your piece pieces with primer. Let dry for at least 30 minutes.
2. Spray paint all your pieces with your color of choice. Let dry at least one hour. Spray with a second coat if desires.
Note: If your curtains have metal rings, use a sealer on your long pipe to prevent chipping.
3. Assemble your end brackets: flange – close nipple – elbow.
4. Put your curtains on the long rod. Screw one end bracket onto each end of your pipe.
5. You will probably need some assistance with this step. Attach your fully assembled curtain rod to the wall. Pull your curtains, step back and enjoy!
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110 Capelle Court, Spring Valley
$150,000
Keller Williams Premier Realty Licensed in MNMegan Hobson | 507-951-3716
Sharp! Walkout ranch on cul-de-sac! Hilltop location & a view of the lights of Rochester. Granite countertops in an L-shaped kitchen opens to great room. Private master bath with large double vanity. Plus mudroom with cubbies to keep everyone organized.
1532 Wickford Place NE, Byron
$289,900
COUNTRYSIDE BUILDERS & REAL ESTATETammy Sternberg | 507-951-1728
Beautiful walkout ranch on 1.06 acres, just minutes from Rochester. This home features 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, new maple hardwood floors, granite, cherry cabinets, 3 car garage. Comes with a home warranty. - MLS#4067372
1290 Shady Oak Lane SW, Oronoco
$439,900
EDINA REALTYLinda Gander | 507-261-2519
Great 3 bedroom, 2 bath modular home with an open concept floor plan set on a secluded 24+ acre wooded lot. Great deer & turkey hunting, natural spring, oversized garage, just minutes from downtown Lanesboro. - MLS#4063989
36646 218th Street, Lanesboro
$249,900
WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE Bob Stalberger | 507-884-4717
2 story home on 1.48 acres with 6 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms are on the main level. Convenience of country living & only 10 minutes from downtown. 30x50, 6 car heated garage & oversized doors & 15’ ceiling plus a 2 car attached garage. 18x36 in-ground pool with auto cover & heated by propane. - MLS#4066791
1338 30th Street SW
$449,000
Keller Williams Premier Realty Licensed in MNDebbie Benson | 507-254-4551
Turn of the century GEM. This eye-catching home has all the character and beauty you would expect, yet has all the modern updates and amenities! Original woodwork, hardwood floors, and more. Not a drive-by, must see inside! - MLS#4065681
407 West Street, Mantorville
$325,000
Keller Williams Premier Realty Licensed in MNJim & Barb Clark | 507-259-2283
In your neighborhood
In your neighborhood
Pre-inspected & one year home warranty that includes appliances! This home is move-in ready. 4 bedroom, 2 full baths, great corner lot with a deck. New roof in 2015. Close to park, walking path & school. Tons of closet space. A must see! - MLS#4065229
Northern Heights North 10th NE
COUNTRYSIDE BUILDERS & REAL ESTATETammy Sternberg | 507-951-1728
• Convenient NE Rochester location
• Walkouts and look-out Lots available
• Located in great established neighborhood
• Only blocks from Century High School
• Prices start at $69,900
• Reserve yours TODAY!!!!
LOOKING FOR A LOT?
Grand and palatial. One-of-a-kind with original woodwork, chef’s kitchen. Over 7000 sq. ft. of comfortable living. Would be great for a B&B business! 7 bedrooms and 6 baths. - MLS#4050909
3320 Mayowood Road SW
$849,900
Keller Williams Premier RealtyJim & Barb Clark | 507-259-2283
Licensed in MN
Countryside BuildersTammy Sternberg | 507-951-1728
Tranquil country building site, 6.5 acres with 100-year-old oaks, slight slope for walk-out. True country site with peaceful living! 17 miles to Rochester!
Byron/Pine Island Acreage
$99,000
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We’re looking for local do-it-yourself projects! Send us a photo of a recent DIY project for a chance to be featured in At Home. Email
[email protected] with a photo or two of your project along with your inspiration, process, or anything you’d like to share. Every
month we’ll feature a different local DIY project.
From Jeanette Caban, Rochester MN
Board and batten towel rack
A basic towel rack in our guest bathroom added
functionality, but it didn’t seem to do the room any
favors aesthetically. To boost the appeal factor, I decided
to add faux board and batten treatment using lattice
strips and a can of white paint from a local home
improvement store. I attached the lattice strips with
a nail gun, spackled the holes, painted the strips and the wall behind them white, and finalized the project by adding some hooks. The total came just under $20 and now our guests have a snazzy (and functional) statement wall to hang their towels and clothes on.
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Brand new model with 3-car garage, granite counters, ceramic tile floors in the bath-rooms, hardwood floors in the kitchen, dining, vaulted ceilings and master bathroom. $228,900
5917 51st Street NW
Brand new model with 3-car garage, granite counters, ceramic tile floors in the bath-rooms, hardwood floors in the kitchen, dining, vaulted ceilings, and master bathroom. $228,900
5903 51st Street NW
Brand new model featuring vaulted ceilings, birch cabinets, granite counters, hardwood floors, 3-panel doors, master bedroom with private bath, walk-out lower level and 3-car garage. $255,500
6288 Mallard Drive NW
3 bedrooms on the main floor! 1,593 main floor sq. ft. with laundry, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths all on main. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, ceramic tile, birch cabinets, granite counters, master bedroom has walk in closet and private bath, huge 3 car garage. $295,500
4577 Buckingham Drive NW
Large 2-story overlooking RGCC golf course #12 fairway. ¾ acre wooded lot with sunset views. Just minutes to downtown and hospitals. 5,700 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, sunroom, billiards room, newer composite deck with cable rails, walk-out and 3-car garage. $749,900
413 Eagle Lane SW
Fantastic 2-story plan on wooded 2 acres! Over 6,000 sq. ft., 3 levels finished, 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, wet bar, exercise room. Gourmet kitchen, lots of hardwood floors, butlers pantry, center staircase, huge mud room with cubbies, main floor laundry and office. Huge 3-car garage, plus 3-car pre-stress garage. $899,900
8742 Pinecrest Lane NW
Brand new 2-story model on end of cul-de-sac, ½ acre lot. All 3 levels finished. 5,277 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, plus media room, great mud room with cubbies. Huge 3-car garage, plus 956 sq. ft. pre-stress garage. $1,025,000
835 Wicklow Lane SW
Looking for something different? One of a kind custom home on gorgeous wooded, south exposed 1 acre lot. 6,775 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, gourmet kitchen, endless hardwoods, beamed ceilings, huge sunroom, main floor master bedroom. Awesome lower level and outdoor entertaining areas. Huge 1,275 heated sq. ft. 3+ car garage! $1,275,000
3364 Hidden Creek Lane NE
507-287-7715
Gary Schueller, REALTOR®
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