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COR-JON FURNITURE...................................27

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D.W. DICKEY & SONS...................................15

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Animal PrintsBy KATIE SCHWENDEMANStaff Writer

Animal print is dominating the fall 2012 fashion scene, so it’s only likelythat it be a hit with home decorating. I began incorporating animal print intomy home decor two years ago, andmy goal was to use it in a way that stoodout but didn’t dominate. Like most things in life, when using animal print,avoid excess.

The question is how do you use animal print in a way that doesn’t makeyour home look like a jungle? While I am no professional on interior deco-rating, I have spent time browsing the Internet and readingmagazines on thesubject.

For me, I find what works is incorporating the print in small ways, like ona lamp shade, a comfortable blanket draped over a recliner or couch, oreven curtains.

I wouldn’t recommend using animal print as the main theme of a roomor home, although I know people do, and I’m sure it can work. But if you’regoing for subtle, keep it simple.

Inmy room, I have selected a grey, black, and tan leopard print lamp shadeon the small lamp onmy bedstand. The print is small so it doesn’t stand outbut is noticeable enough to add a bit of drama to what could be an other-wise boring room.

The three large windows on the north side of the room are shrouded bysheer tan and cream-colored zebra print curtains. I find that the tan andcream is less glaring than the normal black andwhite zebra print that is alsopopular.

While there are some do’s and don’t to this kind of decorating, I suggestusing what works best for you andwhat shows your personality. Some peo-ple would be appalled at the thought of incorporating two different animalprints in one room, but I find it fun. If you do, keep them far enough apartso as not to be competing for attention. My leopard print lamp shade is onthe far side of the room from the zebra curtains.

In a separate room I call my “reading room,” which is where I store mymany books and magazines and read them in a chair opposite a fireplace, Ihave leopard print curtains similar to that of the lamp shade in the otherroom. Since the room is small, the curtains are the only animal print there.Adding another would make it appear too cluttered, in my opinion.

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Although I haven’t gotten aroundto purchasing them yet, I also sug-gest using animal print blankets ina comfortable material, so they areboth interesting and functional. Andif you’re tired of the carpet you’vehad for years and years, or a barewooden floor, throw down a smallto medium sized animal print rug.You can also spice up a boring orsolid-colored couch or chair with ananimal print pillow.

Other things you can find in ani-mal print are shower curtains, tow-els, waste baskets, bathroomutensils (toothbrush holder, cup,etc.). Even storage boxes can befound in animal print. If you’re on abudget, most of these things can befound in dollar stores. But if that’snot your style, they can also befound in name-brand stores andonline. Good luck, and remember,don’t go overboard!

Animal print on asmall lamp adds spice toa room without scream-ing “Look at me!” A smaller print on a

curtain makes a roomfun while being subtle.

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For people looking for ways to share resources and build community, co-housing is becoming an increasingly available option. There are now 118operating cohousing communities in the United States, with almost anequal number in the planning stages. Imported from Denmark, where itbegan in the ‘60s, cohousing is a type of intentional community consist-ing of private homes with some common facilities. Residents actively par-ticipate in designing and organizing their neighborhoods.

“It’s a very attractive way to live,” says Craig Ragland, former executivedirector of the Cohousing Association of the United States. “Your ownpower and your own ability to make things happen get amplified by hav-ing other people around that care about you and who want to help yousucceed.”

Although all cohousing communities — rural, suburban or urban — dif-fer, most have a common house, laundry facility and garden, and com-munity members share some meals and enjoy regular social events.Residents are required or encouraged to contribute to the community byjoining committees and offering whatever skills they can. They also typi-cally make decisions by consensus. The result is that neighbors are activelyinvolved in each other’s lives to a degree that’s not often found in mod-ern U.S. neighborhoods.

Of course, life in a cohousing setup isn’t Utopian. Common issues in-clude differing expectations for work participation and unclear boundariesor rules. “Like all communities or any big organization, we have some peo-ple who do a lot of the work, and we have some people who do some ofthe work, and there always are some folks who don’t do any of the work,”says Anne Olson of East Lake Commons in Decatur, Ga., one of the largestcohousing communities in the country, with about 170 residents.

Home prices are typically consistent withmarket values, but residents incohousing communities enjoy a decreased cost of living for amultitude ofreasons. Eris Weaver, a resident of FrogSong in Cotati, Calif., a cohousingdevelopment about an hour north of San Francisco, says she savesmoneythrough cheaper utilities because her home has good insulation andshared walls. She drives less, spends less on entertainment, and sharespurchases of food, equipment and children’s clothes.

These progressive neighborhoods can take shape in several ways.Sometimes potential neighbors hire a developer to build a new commu-nity. Alternatively, current neighbors might decide to retrofit their neigh-borhood— essentially creating amore sustainable community where theyalready live. Apartment dwellers, for instance, may decide to dine togetheror start a garden, or neighbors in a suburban enclavemight tear down thefences between their homes to create a shared space. While many estab-lished cohousing communities are multigenerational, senior cohousingcommunities are also growing in popularity.

For those interested in establishing a cohousing development, there’s noneed to start from scratch, Ragland says. He suggests reading books on co-housing and perusing the Cohousing Association’s website, www.co-

housing.org. The organization offers open houses, holds national confer-ences, andmaintains an online directory of cohousing communities acrossthe United States.

Excerpted from MOTHER EARTH NEWS, the Original Guide to LivingWisely. To read more articles from MOTHER EARTH NEWS, please visitwww.MotherEarthNews.com or call (800) 234-3368 to subscribe. Copy-right 2012 by Ogden Publications Inc.

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buttons. Sew or glue in place.

6. Sew the 6” edge of the long strip to make alarge circle, leaving 1/2” open at top and bottom.

7. Place seam of strip at the point of the paisleytop and sew all around.

8. Repeat with bottom, leaving a 6” opening forturning.

9. Turn and stuff.

10. Slip stitch opening closed.

And there’s no better way to celebrate a newseason than with a party that not only bringsfriends together, but inspires with somethingbeautiful that you and your family created to dec-orate your home.

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Here’s why: Insufficient insulation in unheated garages, basements andattics provides ample opportunity for heat to escape, resulting in extracosts on energy bills. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the av-erage homeowner can save as much as 30 percent on energy bills simplyby having the right amount of insulation. Here are some tips to help:

• Determine the appropriate R-value for your house. Check the attic andfloors next to unheated spaces, such as the garage and basement, for thethickness of existing insulation to determine if it’s sufficient. Generally, thethicker the insulation, the higher the R-value and the better your homewill resist heat transfer. Check with your insulation contractor or visit Cer-tainTeed’s online insulation calculator at www.certainteed.com/itools tolearn the recommended R-value for your home.

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(ARA) - The number of kitchen styles and design op-tions for homeowners to consider during the buildingand remodeling process is enough to make a persongo crazy. Avoid feeling overwhelmed by simplifying youroptions.

Keep an eye on trends

Traditional? Transitional? Contemporary? The NationalKitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) recently surveyedmore than 350 designers to identify the top trends andstyles they tend to incorporate into their kitchen andbath designs. According to this survey, transitional style,a combination of traditional and contemporary, is nowthemost popular style in both kitchens and bathrooms.

Thismarks the first time (since the NKBA began track-ing annual design trends) that “traditional” is no longer the most com-mon type of design. The survey also showed that contemporary is the nextmost common style - with shaker, arts and crafts and cottage also follow-ing as frequently used styles.

Richer, warmer and darker wood species and finishes are dominating inpopularity. “Hickory cabinets are catching on, as the dramatic grain varia-tion is ideal for creating a rustic look,” says Sarah Reep, director of designerrelations and education for QualityCabinets. “Despite the growing trends,maple and cherry are still homeowner favorites for cabinetry.”

Determine your style

While it’s good to be aware of the trends, keep in mind that you are theone who will have to live with this kitchen. Incorporate design elementsthat you and your family will enjoy for years to come. If you don’t plan tostay long, consider resale value and how kitchen designmight help or hurtit.

Determining your personal style is the most crucial step before thekitchen remodeling process can begin (after budgeting, of course). Takepictures of other kitchens that you like and tear out pages from maga-zines. Scan home and design blogs to get ideas. Apartment Therapy re-cently revealed the best home design blogs with its award (as nominatedand voted by readers), The Homies 2012. These blogs are a good place tostart.

Several websites offer great resources and inspiration galleries for home-owners trying to plan their kitchens. QualityCabinets has an Idea Gallery

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While many peoplethink they know theirdesired kitchen style,many have a difficulttime articulating andidentifying exactlywhat they want. A pro-fessional designer canhelp you design akitchen that is com-

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The difficult task is designing a room that comes together as awhole ver-sus bits and pieces. This is where a designer comes in and can turn a nice-looking kitchen into one that is both stunning and functional. Designerscan also help you add a personal flair through the accessories, organiza-tional features, hardware and finishes you choose.

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(ARA) - The newest interior design trends are invoking a playful vibeinto rooms bymixing andmatching different styles for an eclectic, fun look.According to “ELLE Decor,” home decorating is shifting toward amore the-atrical and eclectic decorating style highlighting richer colors, layers of tex-tures and patterns and a fusion of time periods, styles and atmosphere.

Homeowners who want to express their own unique style can blend amix of traditional and con-temporary elements, saysErinn Valencich, L.A.-baseddesigner and blogger forHGTV’s Design Happens.Whether it’s neutral colorswith a bold chair or a for-mal fireplace with art decoaccessories, homeownerscan create a space that isboth comfortable and dy-namic.

“Attractive eclecticismcan help make your homespace a truly accurate re-flection of your individual-ity,” says Valencich.“Combining shapes, stylesand colors makes a veryoriginal statement.”

Set a good foundation

Eclectic style can includea variety of periods andstyles and is connected through the use of color, texture, shape and fin-ish. With such a bevy of decor options, an eclectic room can easily turnchaotic. That’s why Valencich recommends starting with a good founda-tion, the floors.

“I like to design a room from the ground up,” she says. “A new floor isa great place to start for a fresh look and feel; floors not only ground theroom, but they provide the design foundation.”

“A good strategy when designing an eclectic room is to start with a neu-tral colored floor to help tie all the elements together,” says Valencich.“Grey toned floors are the latest design trend and they open up the pos-sibilities for a wide range of decorating styles and color palettes.”  

A neutral color floor isn’t “blah” or unattractive, adds Valencich. A floorlike Quick-Step’s new Reclaime flooring in Heathered Oak serves as apleasing canvas to create your eclectic room design, while also adding anattractive level of style and artistry to a room. This floor gives the same vi-suals and charm of a hardwood floor constructed from reclaimed, vintagewood which adds depth and personality to the room.

Another advantage to a neutral color floor is that as your room decorchanges through the years, your floor will transition nicely.“The great thing about spaces decorated in an eclectic style is they can

easily be changed depending onmood, inspiration and budget,” she says.“That’s why it’s important to have flooring that is versatile enough to adaptto your changing style.

Design principles

An eclectic room doesn’thave to be a hodgepodgeor random assortment ofitems. “Have a planned anddeliberate design,” says Va-lencich. “Eclectic roomsbenefit from the same prin-ciples of design seen withother styles.”

* Balance. “Edit your col-lection to create harmonyand focal points,” she says.“Practice moderation withyour pieces.”

* Harmony and unity.“Group objects that workwell together,” she adds.“For example, use differentchairs around your diningtable, but paint them thesame color to unify thelook.”

* Scale and proportion. “A mix of small, medium and large pieces helpsbalance out a room and keeps it from looking cluttered,” she says.

Valencich says to keep the design principles in mind while mixing un-expected pieces to create a gorgeous effect.

* Create a tidy grid of art to balance out weathered pieces and graphicpatterns.* Use nature to help create your eclectic look. Airy flower arrangements

atop a dark, antique table give a balance of dark and light colors.* Play with textures in your room. From an old framewith the paint peel-

ing to nubby rugs to silky pillows, textures keep the room interesting andinviting.* Let your personality shine through with what you love. Do you have a

collection of seashells or other trinkets? Use those pieces in an everydaynook.“As you create your own eclectic look, remember to be adventurous and

a little daring,” says Valencich. “The most unexpected pairings can makethe most refreshing looks.”

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By DEANNE JOHNSONStaff Writer

LISBON — Sometimes finding just the right items to refresh a room iseasy, but not for something different or unique.

Spicing up your kitchen for the fall can be as easy as locating the rightcolored fabrics for new curtains and table cloths. Unlike sewing clothes,creating these items is as simple as picking out the right fabric, measuringallowing for hems, sewing a few straight lines and enjoying an upgradedlook.

The Jo-Ann Fabrics website, Joann.com, is one of several places onlinewith a slew of decorating ideas. Some projects require some experiences,while no-sewwindow treatment ideas can be done by anyonewith a hot-glue gun, staple gun and a little creativity.

Although the local Calcutta store does not offer classes, the store inBoardman does. What a better way to become acquainted with using asewing machine, than sewing long straight hems.

Sewing a double hem along the edge of the curtain will make it hangstraighter. Create a pull back on the side with extra material sewn into astrip or even consider ribbon, chain or rope.

If you can sew a straight line, many pillows can be made to reinvent abed or couch in the newest trends. A pillow form or polyester fill, found inmost sewing departments, make it easy create.

The key to making personal pillows can be the embellishments addedeither to the front or along the edges. Try adding two pieces of ribbonaround the pillow a couple inches from the sides.

Sequins, fringe, ruffles with eyelet, cording and rick-rack are just a fewof the items which are available on rolls in sewing departments. Pin theitem where you want it and sew it down. These items can also be usedto create a cohesive look by adding the same row of fringe to other itemssuch as curtains or drapes.

Consider tracing the silhouette of a bird, cat, butterfly or fall leaves ontomaterial and fusing themonto the front of your new pillow. Those involvedin scrapbooking may have a papercutter capable of cutting out endlessshapes out of materials, which can be added to the project. Lightweightfelt does not even require stitching to keep the design from fraying.

Although a full-size quilt may seem too daunting a task for a new sewer,remember children once learned to quilt by making small squares. Tack-ling a small quilting pattern and adding it to the front of a pillow may in-spire and provide confidence for larger projects in the future.

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(StatePoint) Once-upon-a-timeyou loved the look of your livingspace, but now it feels so last-cen-tury. If this sounds like you, considerinjecting new energy into your homeby making a few high-impactchanges without a high-rollerbudget.

Clever use of colors in combina-tion with smart lighting can enlivenrooms so they give off a more com-pelling, modern vibe without theneed for costly remodeling projectsor expensive furniture.

Color Transformations

Color both soothes and stirs thesenses. Accent walls are a great wayto introduce bold color and contrast,infusing a room with a sense of ad-venture, playfulness or drama. Bringvitality to any room by painting onewall a vivid shade to frame a focalpoint such as a dramatic piece of art-work.

Accent walls are usually solid with no doors or windows, unless there issomething special about these features you want to highlight, such as aspectacular view or interesting architecture.

If you find yourself intimidated by vibrant colors, use neutral tones onyour primary walls with a darker, more intense shade on your accent wall.Popular paint colors this year include fiery, orange-infused reds, wateryblues, lush greens and earthy neutrals.

Lighting at its Best

Lighting is one of themost dramatic areas where things are changing inhome decor. Not only are new bulbs such as CFLs and LEDs offeringgreater energy efficiency, light fixture styles and lamp styles are also chang-ing.

Remember those recessed lights so popular years ago? Depending onhow they are used today, they may make a home look outdated. KichlerLighting’s Director of Trends and Training, Jeff Dross, suggests replacingthis older style with contemporary semi-flush fixtures. He also recom-mends swapping outdated chandeliers, especially of the old brass variety,with a series of modern pendant lights.

“Nothing makes a tasteful statement of modern simplicity better than arow of pendant lights over a kitchen island or above a dining room table,”Dross says.

For the bathroom, use wall sconces placed on each side of the mirrorfor evenly lighting the face.

“Wall sconces add visual interest to the bath and even make daily taskslike shaving and make-up application easier,” Dross says.

For bedrooms, living rooms and family rooms choose strong boldshapes for your table and floor lamps.

Pillow Power

Match decorative accessories like pillows and lamps to your accent wallcolor, incorporating the color — or shades of it — into a variety of textures.Framed photos, an interesting vase or impressive plant will stand out wellagainst an accent wall, making the perfect focal point. A buffet lamp (asmaller version of a table lamp) adds ambience and makes an ideal ac-cent.

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Do it yourself

Look for high visibility projects that you can reasonably do yourself, likepainting, tiling or even installing murals for living rooms. Keep in mindyour level of DIY skill and how polished and professional you can reason-ably expect your finished product to look. If you choose a project that’s abit above your current skill level, make sure you prep for the new experi-ence with plenty of research or a hands-on class. Many home improve-ment stores offer low-cost or even free classes on popular homeimprovement projects.

Big projects look ... well, bigger

It’s nomystery why repainting thewalls, changing out flooring or switch-ingwindow treatments all make such an impact on how a room looks. Thebigger the surface area of the design element you change, the greater itsaffect on the room’s overall appearance. Making a design change to a largeroom element can allow you to generate major impact with a relatively

minor investment of money. Window treatments can add up if you gowith custom options, but if your windows are standard sized and you’re asavvy shopper, you can track down bargains that will allow you to dress upyour windows for as little as a few thousand dollars. Painting is evenmorecost effective, and you can redo a large room for a few hundred dollars.

Borrow a designer’s trick

When it comes to grand statements, designers have a trick or two uptheir sleeves. They also know how to make the most of a shoestringbudget, so look to popular designer tricks for inspiration. One interior de-sign technique that has held its popularity against the test of time (and theeconomy) is a wallpaper mural.

Adding a custom wall mural to your interior design plans offers the op-portunity for creativity and customization, and maximizes the use of yourwall space inmaking a grand statement. You can find plenty of online op-tions at websites like MuralsYourWay.com, many for less than $1,000 andmost for well under $3,000.

They’re easy to install, and you can even opt for the type that is remov-able and reusable. So if you tire of the look, you can take it down andmove it elsewhere, fold it up and store it for another time and even colormatch it to your wall paint color.

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(NAPS)—Electrical failures and malfunctions are a leading cause ofhouse fires year after year—but you can stay safe at home. Many electricalfires can be prevented simply by understanding basic electrical safety prin-ciples and following safe practices.

Keep Home Fires From Burning

To help you protect your home andfamily from electrical fires, the ElectricalSafety Foundation International (ESFI)offers these tips:

• Safety should always bethe top priority whenworking with elec-tricity. ESFI recommends that a qualified,licensed electrician perform all homeelectrical work in compliance with localand national safety standards.

• Consider having your circuit break-ers replaced with arc fault circuit inter-rupters (AFCIs), which provideenhanced electrical fire protection bydetecting dangerous arcing conditions.

• Make sure all electrical panel circuitsare properly labeled. Always replacefuses or circuit breakers with the correctsize and amperage.

• Keep the area around the electrical panel clear so you can easily shutoff power in an emergency.

• Every month, use the TEST button to check that ground fault circuit in-terrupters (GFCIs) and AFCIs are working properly.

• Look for warning signs of an electrical problem, such as outlets andswitches that are warm or make crackling, sizzling or buzzing noises.

• Regularly check cords, outlets, switches, andappliances for signs of damage. Do not use dam-aged electrical devices.

• Do not use extension cords on a permanentbasis and never use them with space heaters orair conditioners.

• Avoid overloading outlets.

• Do not use lightbulbs that exceed the recom-mended wattage of the light fixture or lamp.

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Despite your best prevention efforts, a fire could still happen. Followthese five tips to make sure your family is prepared to make a safe es-cape:

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2.Test smoke alarms every month.

3.Create a family fire escape plan that includes two ways out of eachroom.

4.Pick an easy-to-find meeting place outside, a safe distance from yourhome.

5.Practice your escape plan by having at least two fire drills a year. Startone fire drill at night while your family is sleeping.

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A well-insulated, modest-sized home using a high-efficiency woodstovemay need only two cords of hardwood, cut from 4 acres, per season. Onthe other hand, if you live in a cold location where softwoods are pre-dominant, you will need more wood and a larger woodlot. (Softwoodsproduce less energy than hardwoods, which are denser.) For a rough ideaof how many cords you’ll need to heat your home all winter, check withothers in your area who burn wood as their primary heat, Gulland sug-gests.

In any case, you will want to manage your lot sustainably to maximizeyour long-term firewood harvest. You’ll foster a healthy ecosystem for allof the species that coexist on your land. According to Gulland, sustainablewoodlotmanagementmeans selective harvesting — thinning dense standsand removing poorer-quality trees — while maintaining the site and soil,and leaving a diversity of seed trees as well as some standing dead treesfor wildlife.

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(NAPS)—Over the past few years, companies have revis-ited their roots as a source of inspiration. From the return ofclassic products with a modern twist to simply bringingback old favorites, toys from the past are making a come-back. This year, generations of Americans will once againhear the familiar sound of plastic on concrete with the rein-troduction of The Original Big Wheel.

Since its debut in 1969, The Original Big Wheel hasearned its iconic toy status, keeping generations of childrensafe and active, somuch so that it was inducted into the ToyHall of Fame in 2009. With the same key features as theoriginal, kids today will be able to enjoy the same thrillingexperience that their parents and grandparents did yearsago, and at the same time toy givers can rest assured thatthey are purchasing the same product they know and love.

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This year, the whole family can get active together, makememories and relive old traditions with an iconic productthat is made in America and is trusted by generations! Formore information, visit www.kidsonlytoys. com.

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“We live by the saying, ‘one per-son’s trash is another’s treasure.’ Infact, on our television show, we travelacross the country to find reclaimedtrash to turn into treasure for ourstore,” said Hutson. “However, youdon’t have to travel far to find itemsworth transforming into beautifulpieces.”

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Don’t trash the glass - Leftover wine bottles after a dinner party? Re-move the labels andwash the bottles and they can quickly be transformedinto a water carafe. Or cluster several bottles together with fresh cut flow-ers and candles and you have an eye-catching centerpiece. Keep the corkstoo and throw into a spare vase for a table or countertop display.

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Create place cards - Create color coded place cards from old greetingcards for dinner parties by cutting 4 x 3-inch sections and folding hori-zontally. Write guests’ names in ametallic pen or add your own stickers orflare to personalize them.

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Upcycle old luggage - Do you have old, trunk luggage you don’t knowwhat to dowith? Before purging it, consider using it to decorate your homeby creating unique statement pieces.

Stacking three or four suitcases tomake a retro nightstand is just one ofmany ways to upcycle these old gems.

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“For most entryways I recommend a set of pilasters that stand up nextto both sides of your door and attach to the surface siding,” says Clement.“Then add a crosshead and pediment that can ‘sit’ on the top of the en-tryway and act as a key focal feature. These simple and relatively inex-pensive additions can truly transform the look of a home.”

Find a retailer that carries low-maintenance synthetic products in dozensof designs, so you can showcase your own personality.

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For the final steps, consider new exterior lighting fixtures to complementyour new door, along with a colorful welcome mat and planters of brightflowers. Together, these all add up to create an inviting entryway for youand your guests

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JohnOana said the companymanufactures and represents“quite a few Amish builders”and custom builds its ownwood furniture ... everything in-cluding dressers, bureaus,beds, chairs and cabinets butnot chairs and rockers. “

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“People love that Mission style,” Oana said. “It’s well-built furniture andsells well. We really don’t have a top seller, they all come in with differentideas,” Oana said about the diverse clientele. We can do a whole room orwhat have you ... sometimes the client has a unique idea of what theywant.”

He pointed to an custom-built, oversized bed headboard for two dou-ble-beds that a customer wanted. It met the customer’s criteria except hiswife didn’t like the color, even though it met the specified color.

Oana said the husband took him aside and told him he would talk tohis wife outside.

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This way, weeds can easily be added to leaves and other debris thatneed to be hauled away.

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(StatePoint) Between books, toys and years of accumulated “stuff,” ahome can feel cluttered. And most families quickly run out of availablestorage space.

However, with a few smart tweaks, you can create new storage solutionsfor much-needed space, and dramatically alter the feel, flow and look ofyour home.

“There are a number of simple, quick and low-cost solutions that cantruly open up space in the home,” says John J. Isch, principal at RWA Ar-chitects and co-chair of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) CustomResidential Architects Network.

Isch suggests the following:

Retool FurnitureFurniture can be used for dual purposes to create extra storage space.

Beds, for example, can be built into walls to open up a room. Drawersand other types of storage units can be added into or placed underneathbed frames.

Instead of chairs, use benches with storage underneath or inside to savespace and create an extra area for storage. Like beds, benches can also bebuilt into walls.

Consider thickened walls or hidden spaces between rooms that can beopened up and carved out with shelving or closets. Just be sure your plansdon’t pose a conflict with your electrical wiring or plumbing.

Adding shelves to closets will give youmore storage flexibility andmakethemost of your space. In some cases, you can even remove the doors tothose closets for more reach. The added shelves will appear built-in andpart of your room. If you have a basement, think about installing shelvingunits.

Rethinking Your NeedsTake a look at how you currently use your home and consider how

rooms might be reworked to create spaces that meet your needs insmarter ways. For example, do you really need to use a spare room as anoffice? Does your dining room go unused because of seating in the

kitchen? Take a look at your home more holistically and determine howeach room should and could function.

Don’t forget about spaces under stairs. Carve outs or shelving can beadded to spots along the wall or staircase, or under the staircase.

If you have high ceilings, an architect can help you identify options forbuilding in a completely new storage area.

Building OutdoorsCreating accessory outdoor storage can help you organize and bundle

more cluttered items, such as tools and yard equipment. With these typesof projects, one must consider zoning regulations and other elements,such as pest, rodent and environmental and temperature controls. Ensurethat the storage area will serve its purpose and keep your items safe.

An architect can help visualize storage opportunities that people mightnot consider or think are feasible. He or she can help you apply many ofthese storage building solutions. To find one in your area, visit: http://ar-chitectfinder.aia.org/.

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By KEVIN HOWELLStaff Writer

As fall rolls around and the dropping temperatures warn of the winterahead, homeowners need tomake sure their furnaces are in proper work-ing order— if not for efficiency’s sake, for safety’s sake.

Not only can a poor or damaged furnace cause needless waste ofmoney each month, it can also cause serious illness or death. A malfunc-tioning furnace will affect the amount of energy used to heat one’s home,but more importantly, it can produce deadly carbon monoxide fumes.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the mostcommon symptoms of CO poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness,nausea, vomiting, chest pain and confusion. High levels of CO inhalationcan cause loss of consciousness and death. Unless suspected, CO poi-soning can be difficult to diagnose because the symptomsmimic other ill-nesses. People who are sleeping or intoxicated can die fromCO poisoningbefore ever experiencing symptoms.

Routine inspections of a home’s furnace can help prevent deaths, highheating costs and inappropriate room temperatures, according to DaveMiller, owner/operator of Salem Heating and Cooling.

”Inspections aren’t just for safety,” he said. “When you have safety, youget comfort with it.”

Miller suggested five items to have inspected now while the weathertransitions to colder temperatures.

• Heat exchangerThe heat exchanger is the part of the furnace that gets hot while a fan

blows the heat out of the registers. Miller said that it should be checkedfor holes or cracks which release the carbon monoxide fumes that arethen blown into other parts of the home. Professionals can quickly andeasily examine the heat exchanger with a digital scope, he said.

”Carbonmonoxide is dangerous because you can’t smell it, you can’t de-tect it,” Miller explained. “What happens is people get tired and go to bedand then don’t wake up.”

• ChimneysCarbon monoxide poisoning can also be caused by blocked chimneys,

Miller said.

Furnace chimneys can get blocked by nests left by rodents and birdsseeking shade during the summer, he said. When the chimney is blocked,the carbonmonoxide fumes get into the duct work throughout the home.

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• FilterCarbonmonoxide poisoning isn’t the only negative side effect of

a malfunctioning furnace.

Miller said a dirty filter will prevent a furnace from heating orcooling a room properly, causing higher heating costs. He sug-gested changing the filter regularly in order to keep the furnacerunning efficiently.

• Gas pressureMiller said homeowners should also have their gas pressure

checked each fall when it’s cooler outside tomake sure the furnaceis running efficiently and releasing the proper amount of gas.

Similar to a clean filter, the proper gas pressure can save home-owners more money each month, he said.

• ThermostatLike the filter and gas pressure, a broken ormalfunctioning ther-

mostat can also make an unnecessary dent in the pocketbook.

Regulating when a furnace turns on and shuts off, the thermo-stat plays a key role in the temperature of a home, Miller noted. Itshould also be checked regularly to make sure it is working prop-erly.

”There’s a lot you can do to keep yourself safe and comfortableand save money,” Miller said. “You just have to know where tolook.”

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That’s the word from experts who say safety hazards include carbonmonoxide (CO) poisoning, electric shock or electrocution, and fires. Therewere 542 generator-related CO deaths between 1999 and 2009, accord-ing to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Eighty-fivepercent of these deaths occurred in and around the home.

To help keep you and your family safe from generator-related hazards,here are some tips from the Electrical Safety Foundation International(ESFI):

• ESFI recommends that generators be installed by qualified, licensedelectricians.

• Do not connect a generator directly to household wiring without theuse of a transfer switch that keeps power from back-feeding into thepower lines.

• Make sure your home has either a battery-operated or battery backupCO alarm. Test the batteries monthly.

• Never operate a generator inside your home or in any other even-par-tially enclosed space. Opening doors and windows or using fans for ven-tilation will not prevent CO from building up.

• Locate the generator as far from the house as possible, away fromdoors, windows and vents. Keep the generator a safe distance from yourneighbors’ homes as well.

• Do not operate the generator in wet conditions or where there is stand-ing water. Use the generator on a dry surface under an open, canopy-likestructure.

•Make sure not to overload the generator. Keep the electrical load to nomore than the generator’s recommended wattage.

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Plug appliances directly into the generator or use a heavy-duty, outdoor-rated extension cord.

• Turn off all appliances powered by the generator before shutting itdown.

• Always turn the generator off and let it cool down before adding morefuel.

• Keep children away from generators at all times.

• Remember that a generator is a temporary power source. Use it onlywhen necessary to power essential equipment or appliances.

Understanding the dangers associated with portable generators andpracticing good safety habits could save your life. For more informationabout electrical safety during storms and natural disasters, visit www.elec-trical-safety.org.

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A minor kitchen remodel costs around $21,000 and has the potential torecoup nearly 73 percent of that expense at the time of resale, accordingto Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report. A major job averagesaround $58,000 and can recoup about 68 percent of the renovation costs.

So what are some of the top kitchen upgrades that provide the mostbeauty and functionality for your investment? Here are five:

1. Countertops

In any kitchen, the countertops are both a significant design elementand a functional necessity. Countertops act as work and storage areas,provide staging and serving space, and have a major impact on the over-all look of the room. Replacing lower-cost countertops such as laminatewith higher-end materials like granite can enhance the usability and lookof your work surface. Even if you opt to replace older laminate with thesame material, your kitchen can benefit from a fresh face and improvedmaterial quality.

2. Lighting and ventilation

Illumination and fresh air in a kitchen not only allow you to appreciatethe beauty of the room, they ensure a safer, more comfortable work en-vironment. Under-cabinet task lighting, pendants over a breakfast bar andupgrading an old box-style fluorescent with a more attractive, energy-effi-cient style can enhance the usability and look of a kitchen. Adding EnergyStar-qualified skylights can also boost the appearance, appeal and effi-ciency of a kitchen. If you opt for venting skylights, they can help releasehot air, moisture and odors while admitting additional light.

Accessories like decorator blinds with remote control ensure you canadjust the amount of light that enters your kitchen from a skylight whiledressing up your decor. If a traditional skylight isn’t right for your needs, youcan still enhance the room with natural light; tubular models like Velux’s

Sun Tunnel skylights use reflective tunnels to deliver light from above andare usually less expensive. Add an optional light kit and the units providelight at night as well as during the day.

3. Cabinets

Improving cabinets can be a costly prospect, but one worth the invest-ment since they are not only a major design element in the kitchen, butessential to the room’s efficiency and usability. You can find a range of op-tions for upgrading cabinets, from total replacement with custom-madecabinetry to simply resurfacing or repainting existing cabinets.

4. Hardware and fixtures

Think of cabinet hardware and faucets as the jewelry of your kitchen.Swapping out dated or worn hardware - including knobs, handles andhinges - is a fast, easy and cost-effective way to change the look of the en-tire room.

Plus, you can improve functionality by choosing larger handles that areeasier to grasp and replacing old-style hinges with modern varieties thatclose silently and smoothly or are completely hidden behind the cabinetdoor. Replacing the kitchen faucet is also an easy, relatively low-cost up-grade. Opt for a pull-out spray head or touch-free model and you can alsoenhance the usability of this key kitchen feature.

5. Appliances

Your car couldn’t function without tires and a steering wheel and nokitchen can serve its purpose without the right appliances. If your appli-ances are more than 10 years old, chances are they’re starting to look wornand dated. They’re also likely less energy efficient than newer models,many of which are now made to meet Energy Star standards. Appliancesaccount for nearly 20 percent of the energy consumed by an averagehome, according to Energystar.gov.

Upgrading a kitchen is a great way to enhance the value and your en-joyment of the most-used room in your house. Choosing improvementsthat add beauty and efficiency can help ensure you get the most for yourrenovation dollars.

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Hints from HeloiseDISGUSTING DISHCLOTHS

Dear Heloise: Is there a way to keep DISHCLOTHS CLEAN? They arestained and look yucky even straight from the dryer. Should I just toss themand start with new ones, or can you help me? — R. Smythe in Pennsylva-nia

If the cloths are bleachable, try this: Put 1 gallon of hot water, 1 cupof powdered dishwasher detergent and 1/4 cup of household liquid chlo-rine bleach into the washing machine. Add the cloths and let the machineagitate for a few minutes, then let them soak in the machine for at least30 minutes. Next, add the regular amount of laundry detergent and letthe cycle finish. This washing should remove the smell and any stains, too.For nonbleachable dishcloths, just wash them with like items in the wash-ing machine.

Wash dishcloths frequently to keep them clean and smell-free. Afterusing the cloth, rinse in cold water, leave a little bit of soap in it and lay itsomeplace so it can dry between uses. — Heloise

HANDY COFFEE STIRRERSDear Heloise: My husband travels on business and frequently must

dress in a suit and tie. He was always forgetting to pack the collar stays forhis dress shirts. He was advised by a friend that good emergency collarstays are the coffee stirrers you find in most coffee shops, hotel restau-rants, etc. Just fold the stirrer to the correct length or cut the stirrer to thedesired length. The stirrers are strong and handy. — Kathy Smith in Dallas

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MOM’S HINTDear Heloise: My mother said that her mother told her to go around

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Also, when my children were young, they weren’t allowed to go outto play, watch TV, etc., until I checked their rooms to make sure they hadmade their beds and picked up their things. They turned out to be veryneat grown-ups. — P.M., via email

ICE-CUBE STORAGEDear Heloise: I have so many pairs of earrings, and I have found that

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And the trays are cheap, cheap, cheap! Many times you can find them3 for $1 on sale! You can stock up for all the earrings you have! — Heloise

BOOK RECYCLINGDear Heloise: Do any of your readers have any ideas of what to do with

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and with lots of still-relevantinformation, but I cannotfind any organization or li-brary that can use it. It goesagainst my nature to justthrow away the books. Anyideas would be greatly ap-preciated. — Sharyn, viaemail

Why not try a second-hand bookstore? It mighttake a donation or evengive you a little money forthem. Book collectors oftenshop at secondhand storeslooking for great finds, likea classic set of encyclope-dias. Readers, do you have any other ideas? — Heloise

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You were right to reach for the iron. Just remember, before using it, thatthe wax must be DRY AND COOL first. Also, use only the LOW heat settingon the iron. — Heloise

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“Granite and marble countertops and floors add beauty and value toany home,” says Garen Distelhorst, Communications Director at the Mar-ble Institute of America. “But to get the longest life and preserve the beautyof natural stone, homeowners should be sure they understand how toproperly maintain their product.”

The Marble Institute of America is offering homeowners these greatmaintenance tips:

* Use coasters under all glasses, particularly those containing alcohol orcitrus juices.

* While many stones can withstand heat, use trivets or mats under hotserving dishes for added protection.

* Dust mop interior floors frequently, using a clean non-treated dry dustmop. Sand, dirt and grit are abrasive and can damage natural stone.

* Mats or area rugs inside and outside an entrance will help to mini-mize the sand, dirt and grit that may scratch the stone floor. The underside

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* When vacuuming, be sure the metal or plastic attachments and wheelsare not worn, as they can scratch the surface of some stones.

* When spills occur, blot, don’t wipe. Flush the area with water and mildsoap. Rinse several times, changing the rinse water frequently. Dry the areathoroughly with a soft cloth.

* Many suppliers offer products used for stone cleaning, however youcan always use a neutral cleaner, or mild liquid dishwashing detergentand warm water.

* In the bath or other wet areas, use a squeegee after each use to min-imize soap scum. Remove soap scum using a non-acidic soap scum re-mover or a solution of 1/2 cup of ammonia to a gallon of water. Usesparingly, as over-use of ammonia solution may eventually dull the surfaceof some stone types.

* Remove algae or moss in outdoor pools, patios and hot tub areas byusing a mild bleach solution and flushing with clear water.

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to change your batteries, as well.Install a fire extinguisher in or near the kitchen.-Use a multi-purpose fire extinguisher suitable for use on multiple flam-

mable materials.-Check the pressure regularly to make sure it’s at the recommended

level.Keep flashlights with fresh batteries at your bedside for help in finding

the way out and signaling for help in the event of a fire. Develop and practice an emergency escape plan.-You can download a free Escape Plan Grid at www.energizer.com to

help.

Fire FactsThe United States Fire Administration (USFA) believes that fire deaths

can be reduced by teaching people the basic facts about fire. Here aresome simple facts that explain the particular characteristics of fire.Fire is fast.In less than 30 seconds a small flame can get completely out of control

and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for thick black smoke tofill a house. In minutes, a house can be engulfed in flames. If you wake upto a fire, you won’t have time to grab valuables because fire spreads tooquickly and the smoke is too thick. There is only time to escape.Fire is hot.A fire’s heat alone can kill. Room temperatures in a fire can be 100 de-

grees at floor level and rise to 600 degrees at eye level. Inhaling this super-hot air will scorch your lungs. This heat can melt clothes to your skin. In fiveminutes a room can get so hot that everything in it ignites at once: this iscalled flashover.Fire is dark.Fire starts bright, but quickly produces black smoke and complete dark-

ness. If you wake up to a fire you may be blinded, disoriented and unableto find your way around the home you’ve lived in for years.Fire is deadly.Fire uses up the oxygen you need and produces smoke and poisonous

gases that kill. Breathing even small amounts of smoke and toxic gases canmake you drowsy, disoriented and short of breath. The odorless, colorlessfumes can lull you into a deep sleep before the flames reach your door.You may not wake up in time to escape.

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Have a fire escape plan(Family Features) When a home fire occurs, you have

very little time to get out. A working smoke alarm dou-bles your chances of survival, yet more than twenty per-cent of American homes are without them. This meansroughly 23 million homes are at risk because of non-working smoke alarms and an additional 5 millionhomes are at risk by not having smoke alarms.

Twenty-five years ago, Energizer and the InternationalAssociation of Fire Chiefs teamed up to address thisproblem by providing vital fire safety information to fam-ilies.

They recommend these tips to make a plan for keep-ing your family and home safe.

Make a PlanOn average, families have less than three minutes

from the time the first smoke alarm sounds to escape afire.

Installing smoke alarms on every level of the homeand developing a plan of escape can give your familyprecious minutes to get out and get to safety.

* Draw a floor plan of your home and sketch exitroutes out of every room.* Make sure you have a fire escape ladder long

enough to reach the ground from upstairs rooms. * Assign an outside meeting place, so you can quickly locate each other.

Room by RoomThe peak time for home fire fatalities is between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.,

when most families are asleep.

Bedrooms* Do not trap electrical cords against walls. Heat can build up, posing a

fire hazard.* Use only lab-approved electric blankets and warmers. Make sure cords

are not worn or coming apart. Do not leave electric blankets switched onall night unless they are marked “suitable for all night use.”* Keep bedding, curtains and other combustible items at least three feet

away from space heaters.* Never smoke in bed.* Replace mattresses made before the 2007 Federal Mattress Flamma-

bility Standard. By law, mattresses made since then are required to besafer.* Install smoke alarms in every bedroom and outside each sleeping area.

Living Room * Do not overload electrical outlets.* Check electrical cords for fraying or signs of damage and don’t run

them under carpets.* Candles are responsible for almost 10,000 fires a year. Use new flame-

less wax candles which provide the realistic flicker of a scented wax can-dle without the hazard of open flame.* Keep battery-operated flashlights and lanterns in easily accessible

places in case of power failure.

KitchenCooking is the leading cause of reported home fires and home fire in-

juries in the United States. * Never use extension cords to plug in cooking appliances; they can

overload the circuit.* Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you

leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.* Keep flammable items away from the cooktop.* Keep the cooktop, burners and oven clean.* Have a fire extinguisher installed in or near your kitchen.

Garage* Store all combustible materials in clearly marked containers away from

regular sources of heat, such as water heaters, space heaters, boilers andfurnaces.* Keep flammable products in a dedicated storage container with a

closed door.* Get rid of stacked boxes, recycling and trash.

Find more fire safety information to keep your family and home safe atwww.Energizer.com.

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Simplify your laundry routine(Family Features) If it seems that you can never quite diminish the size

of your laundry pile, you’re not alone. Laundry is a part of everyday lifeand the more people in your household, the bigger the pile and the moreoften you need to wash.

Designate one place in your home to be the laundry zone and sortthrough these time-saving tips to make your laundry routine faster andeasier, leaving you with more time to do the things you love.

De-clutter and reorganize. Clear some space from your shelves to giveyourself more room to work in the laundry room. Get rid of old contain-ers, trash and even those stray socks missing their pair.

Place a small basket or tray near the washer for collecting small itemsand loose change found in pockets. This prevents clutter as well as acci-dents in the wash. Larger baskets labeled delicates, lights and darks helpto keep clothes easily sorted and off of the floor.

Essentials at-the-ready. Keep frequently used items easily accessible byplacing them on a shelf designed to fit on top of your washing machine.Store smaller items in stackable baskets or bins so they aren’t in the way.

Make sure your detergent is placed high enough so that little handscan’t grab it, but within reach for older kids to take over their own laundrychores.

Get rid of hassle and bulk. Save yourself from the trouble of heavy bot-tles and messy spills. Choose a multi-purpose detergent that comes pre-measured, like Arm & Hammer(tm) Plus OxiClean(tm) Crystal Burst PowerPaks.

These single-use, pre-measured paks combine the power of Oxi-Clean(tm) stain fighters and Arm & Hammer(tm) Baking Soda to removestains and eliminate tough odors. Just toss one in the washer with yourlaundry and go.

Sort and go. Give everyone in the family their own small mesh laundrybag for items that tend to get lost and mixed-up such as socks and un-derwear.

Collect the bags and throw them in the washer and dryer together sothat everything stays sorted.

Prep for final steps. Save time from ironing by pulling clothes directlyfrom the dryer after the cycle is complete. Keep a stack of hangers nearbyto hang clothes immediately for a wrinkle-free wardrobe.

Designate an area of nearby countertop or a table to make folding andorganizing clothes out of the dryer quicker.

For more ways to simplify your laundry routine, check out www.ar-mandhammer.com.

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Finding the perfect recliner(Family Features) When it comes

to choosing new furniture, it’s easyto get stumped when purchasingkey pieces. Homeowners have toconsider how each piece willblend with existing dÈcor. Whilethe word recliner may evoke im-ages of your father’s favorite plaid-covered chair, recliners today aredesigned with comfort and style inmind.

Choosing a ReclinerEven with the ever-growing as-

sortment of recliner styles avail-able, choosing a recliner involvesmore than just aesthetics. Youmust consider the size, shape andfit of the chair. The best fit will pro-vide the most comfort. Longevity isanother consideration. Here arefive tips from Ekornes; makers ofthe Stressless recliner, to help youeasily choose a recliner that fitsyour physical and aesthetic needs:

1. Choose a size. Keep in mindhow much physical space youhave allotted for a new recliner.Consider not only the space avail-able in your living room, but alsothe size of recliner that will fit your shape as well. “Recliners withattached ottomans will never fit your exact shape and size,” saysJanet Odum, national sales trainer at Ekornes. “Choose a chair witha feature that allows you to unlock the ottoman, so it tilts whenyou recline, which takes pressure off your knees, ensuring a morecomfortable position.” The better a chair fits you, the more com-fortable you will be in it.

2. Seek comfort; consider longevity. While you may be inclinedto purchase a less expensive model, you want to ensure your in-vestment is worth the cost of the recliner down the road. Be sureto consider the quality of fabrics, leathers, woods and metals fromwhich each recliner is composed, as well as the comfort of thepiece. Keep in mind that finding the proper fit will mean morecomfort. And while quality recliners may cost more up front, theright recliner will provide years of comfort and support. For exam-ple, according to Good Housekeeping magazine, the average re-cliner lasts about 10 years with regular use. Stressless recliners arebuilt to last between 20 and 25 years.

3. Narrow down your style preferences. For many, the idea ofchoosing a bulky recliner to complement existing dÈcor may seemimpossible. But recliners now come in a variety of designs and

materials. Whether you’re searching for a modern andsleek chair, or a beautiful love seat composed of woodand leather, you can find a recliner to match your dÈcorpreferences.

4. Make a list of must-have features. Recliners nowoffer a variety of features, so keep in mind the featuresyou most desire. For example, are you looking for a re-cliner that gives you total body support - including lum-bar support - when you’re in the reclining position? Newrecliners, such as Stressless recliners offer added comfortfeatures such as an articulating headrest, which cradlesthe head and neck in the reclining position. In addition,these recliners offer a sleep function to fully recline, anda dual support base, ensuring that the base of the re-cliner will provide even support whether you’re sitting,or in the full reclining position.

5. If you’re still stumped, go with a classic model. Ifyou have trouble choosing between several styles, con-sider this - if you’re purchasing a recliner that will last fortwo decades or more, you may want to keep in mindthat your home dÈcor preferences are likely to change inthat span of time. Choose a classic piece that will com-plement any style evolution.

To learn more about the variety of recliners available,and to find a store near you, visitwww.ekornes.com/us/stressless-recliners.

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