36th Annual Home Show

February 22, 23 & 24 | Bismarck Civic Center

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see pages 25-32 for a convenient pull-out section of Home show maps and a listing of exhibitor booths!

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By Erik Kees, Chairperson Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association

The Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association welcomes you to the 36th Annual Home Show. We are proud to present a showcase of all the newest and best products for your home at this year’s event. Whether you are looking to improve your current home or build a new one, you’re sure to find whatever your home needs at the Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association Home Show this February.

With over 180 exhibitors offering services ranging from home fur-nishings to appliances to roofing to windows and doors, there is no shortage of things to see. You may even discover ways to refresh your current home, find inspiration to design a new room, or determine the perfect builder for your dream home. The Home Show really is your one-stop shop for all your home improvement needs.

I encourage you to take the time to thoroughly look through this tabloid. You will find a listing of every vendor in the show, you can plot out your must-see booths, and take advantage of the helpful home improvement tips in the articles. And, don’t forget to cut out your $2 off admission coupon on this page.

I hope you enjoy your time at this year’s Home Show, and please don’t hesitate to ask the vendors questions. We pride ourselves on being able to present the best of the best in the home improvement industry and we truly want this to be an informative and inspiring experience for all attendees.

Thank you for your continued support over the years, and special thanks to our vendors and sponsors for making this event possible. I hope to see you all at the 36th Annual Home Show February 22-24 at the Bismarck Civic Center.

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Remodeling a basement is a popular home improvement project. A finished basement makes the space more func-tional and, when done correctly, can add a considerable amount of living space to a home.

Finishing a basement pays dividends in additional space in a home that doesn’t require the same level of investment as putting an addition on the house. Also, the groundwork for a finished room is already there, as most basements are already set up with a poured concrete floor and some walls. Some electrical components, plumbing and the crea-ture comforts of drywall and a more inviting floor might be all that’s neces-sary to finish a basement. The process can be labor-intensive, and many people prefer to leave it to a profes-sional contractor. Whatever finishing method is chosen, homeowners should follow the proper procedures when doing the work.

DO start with a detailed plan. Measure out the basement and mark any items that cannot be moved, such as a furnace, water heater or pipes. Create a design board that showcases the materials you plan to use on the project. Think about ways you plan to arrange furniture and consider all of the possible uses for the room. Will it be a home theater? Will someone be sleeping down there? Each scenario will require certain amenities and safety requirements.

DOn’t plan to finish the entire basement. Doing so will leave you without a storage or utility area where you house holiday decorations, tools, luggage and similar items.

DO get the scoop on building codes. Knowing what the municipality allows in basement remodeling will help you

to customize a plan that is functional, safe and legal. No one wants to be slapped with fines for failing to follow the rules. Plus, failure to meet build-ing codes could mean the work that has been done must be torn out and redone. It pays to follow the chain of command and secure permits while having all work inspected.

DOn’t overlook adequate lighting in your refinishing plan. A basement is likely one area of the house that has limited natural light pouring in. With traditionally small windows, or no windows at all, a basement needs ample lighting in its design scheme. This may include a combination of overhead and task lighting. Ample lighting will help the room feel like part of the house and not just a forgot-ten storage area.

DO take into consideration mois-ture issues in the basement. Many basements are plagued by moisture issues ranging from water seepage to condensation forming on walls. These situations may vary depending on the weather throughout the year. Certain materials may need to be used

to mitigate water issues before finish-ing can take place. The installation of water-barrier systems, drainage, sump pumps, or encapsulation products could drive up the cost of a basement renovation. It is essential to have a professional assess the basement water issues prior to starting any finishing work.

DOn’t simply cover up potential hazards, such as mold or mildew. Have them treated instead. Otherwise, you could have a breeding ground behind drywall that could lead to unsafe con-ditions in the home.

DO have a radon test. Radon is a hid-den killer that can cause lung cancer. Because it occurs naturally in the soil and water surrounding a home and is impossible to detect without a special-ized test, many people are unaware of the presence of radon until it is too late. Radon may be more concentrated in the basement, where the foundation is touching the soil. Therefore, rule out radon before considering renovation of a basement area.

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one type. You may need to be flexible in your furniture choices, even select-ing modular pieces, like sectionals, because entryways to basements may have small doorways or obstructions that make adding furniture more chal-lenging.

DO keep the possibility of flooding in the back of your head. Homes that are near waterways or at low elevation may be at risk of flooding. Basements are especially susceptible to flood damage. Therefore, think about the practical-ity of finishing a basement if you are prone to flooding. If you decide to move ahead, take certain precaution-ary measures, such as keeping electrical wiring up higher and using a more water-resistant flooring material, like tile or vinyl. House important electron-ics and items on shelves so they are not at ground-level.

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Building a home is a unique opportu-nity for the homeowner. It allows you to choose the specific floorplan that works best for you and your family. It allows you to add your personal touch to everything from the countertops to the flooring to the faucets. It allows you to dream. That is why having a good relationship with your builder is vital to an enjoyable and successful home building experience.

A well-known architect by the name of Robert A.M. Stern once said, “The dialogue between client and architect is about as intimate as any conversa-tion you can have, because when you’re talking about building a house, you’re talking about dreams.” In order to have these intimate discussions with your builder (the architect of your home), you need to be able to trust them.

While face-to-face meet-ings to get to know your builder before you sign a contract are very important, you also need to check with others who have worked with that builder in the past to find out what they are like to work with. Most builders are more than willing to share references with potential customers.

While making sure you’re working with a reputable builder is top priority, you also need to decide if they are the right style match for you. If your dream is a sleek, modern masterpiece, you don’t want to be working with a builder who specializes in the rustic and more tradi-tional style for example. Many builders do work with designs and customers across the style spectrum, however. So, if you find a builder you love who might not be your perfect style match, ask them if they’ve ever done or would

like to do a home in the style you are envisioning.

Not only should your style sense mesh, but also your personalities. You should be comfortable enough with the builder to be able to ask questions and possibly raise concerns through the process. Even if your builder seems a perfect match for you on paper, if your personalities do not work well together, you are bound to have a frustrating

building experience.

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Home repairs are inevitable. For the homeowner who also happens to be handy with a hammer, the occasional home repair is nothing to fear and something that many even enjoy. But there are many homeowners who aren’t so adept at home repairs, and such men and women typically rely on trained professionals when something goes awry around the house. For those homeowners who either don’t have the time or the ability to fix issues that arise around the house, the following is a breakdown of three of the most commonly called on home service providers.

Electrician: An electrician specializes in addressing a building’s or home’s electrical wiring issues, sta-tionary machines and the equipment related to those machines. Electricians can fix existing issues, but many also can design and install new electrical components and systems. The dangers of working with electrical systems are many, so electricians typically must be certified and licensed before they can practice their trade. Such danger is one reason why even those who are adept at fixing problems around the house might want to hire an electrician should an electrical issue arise.

Plumber: A plumber is a profes-sional whose area of expertise is in installing and maintaining systems for

drinking water, drainage and sewage. Though not all jurisdictions require a plumber be licensed before he or she can practice, many do, and it can take years of training and experience to master the skill of plumbing. Many people call a plumber when a toilet or sink backs up, but plumbers must have far more extensive skills as well. Plumbers must be skilled in a number of areas, including having an abil-ity to read and understand a home’s blueprints, detect faults in a plumb-ing system and be aware of any legal requirements to ensure a home is safe.

landscaper: Homeowners have increasingly looked to professional landscapers to maintain their home’s exterior and subsequently ensure their property value remains high. A typical landscaper offers his client an array of services, from cutting the grass to raking leaves to more complicated tasks that gravitate toward landscape architecture. A home’s curb appeal has been shown to vastly improve a prospective buyer’s impression of the house, and as a result many homeown-ers rely on a landscaper to take care of their property. Many landscapers have an extensive knowledge of the science involved in tending to a lawn and how to help it weather the seasons without losing its appeal.

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A list of home service providers such as these in the Home Show is available on page 32 of this tabloid. To see a list of all BMHBA members who can provide the above services and so much more, visit BMHBA.com and click on the member directory.


What homeowner has not found that they have many more belongings than they have storage space?

In some homes, particularly in older homes, closet space and other areas to store items may be lacking. Apartment dwellers often find they’re lacking in storage space as well. But savvy homeowners can find both permanent and temporary solutions to their home storage problems.

One of the easiest ways to create stor-age space is to simply remove some belongings from the residence. Go through closets around the house and pick through the attic and/or garage to see if there are any items that can be discarded or donated. Anything broken should be discarded, while those things that still have use can be donated or sold.

The next step is to maximize the space of your existing closets. Many closets are equipped with just a shelf and a clothing rack, greatly limiting the storage potential. Investing in a closet organization system is one way to transform a poorly utilized space. These systems can be purchased, often inexpensively, from a home improve-ment center. Compiled of modular racks and shelving, the positioning can be customized depending on the size of the closet. Oftentimes, the addition of shelving or another rack for hanging clothes can solve some storage issues. These closet systems also are ideal for renters because they can be installed with minimal damage and be removed when a lease expires.

Homeowners may have to think verti-cally to solve storage solutions. Wall space may be abundant in a home where closets are not. Therefore, shelv-ing and cabinets can be places to keep items neatly off the floor. A series of

shelves can be installed next to a wash-ing machine to keep laundry supplies organized. In children’s rooms, build bookcases the height of the room so children can store frequently used reading material and toys on the lower levels, and adults can put collectibles and mementos near the top. Hang hooks to hold hats and robes. When-ever possible, look to store items on the walls where they will keep clutter off the floor.

Storage can even be created in the bathroom, where the space over the toilet can be used to hang a cabinet to

store hand towels and other toiletries if the space under the sink has already been claimed.

Many apartment dwellers recognize the advantage of having items that serve double-duty in their living spaces. For example, a convertible sofa can be used for sitting and then turn into a bed for overnight guests. Ottomans that have a storage compartment can house anything from throw blankets to magazines. An armoire may house the television but also have a pull-out shelf that can hold a laptop computer.

In the kitchen, move food items out

of cabinetry and into a “pantry” you create elsewhere in the house, such as a laundry room or garage. This frees up more room for pots and pans. Cabi-nets that have pull-out shelving help maximize tight recesses of cabinets and keep things organized and in sight. For those with limited cabinets, pots and pans can be hung from a pot rack suspended in the kitchen.

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Cleaning and maintaining carpeted floors

Much like paint, car-peting can quickly transform the look of a room. Carpeting can be a durable flooring material, but it will need up-keep to look its best.

Carpeting that will be in high-traf-fic areas, such as halls and entryways, may require the most TLC. Routine vacuuming is necessary to dislodge dust and dirt particles. But at some point a more thorough cleaning may be necessary.

VacuumingFrequent vacuuming will prolong the life of the carpet by preventing a buildup of particles inside of the carpet fiber that can eventually cause friction and sever carpet fibers. Use of a crevice tool and other attachments can en-able cleaning in the corners where the carpet meets baseboards and moldings. When vacuuming larger rooms, divide the room into separate areas and tackle each area separately before moving on to another portion of the room.

Take time when vacuuming carpet. Plush carpets will trap dirt more easily than a thinner or less dense carpet, so more passes of the vacuum might be necessary. Overlap strokes in a criss-cross pattern to get at dirt at different angles.

Pet hair and vacuumed particles of

food can create odor inside of the vacuum bag.

Therefore, think about add-ing baking soda or an odor-relieving product designed to be used when vacuuming.

treating spillsSpills are one thing that homeown-ers in carpeted homes may fear. If not addressed quickly, liquid or food may permanently damage a carpet. It is advisable to manage a spill as soon as it happens to reduce the likelihood that it will contribute to a permanent stain. Carefully blot up the spill until much of the offending item is removed before adding any type of cleaning agent. Test the cleaning product in an inconspicuous area prior to using it on the spill to ensure it will not damage or discolor the carpet.

Work from the outside of the stain and move inward to keep the stain from spreading outward. Use a plush, white towel to blot up any remaining mois-ture and spill. The towel also will help to fluff up the pile of the carpet.

Remove shoesDirt and germs can be tracked into the house on the bottom of shoes. Eventu-ally this material can be deposited on carpets, which then becomes lodged inside the fibers. To reduce the amount

of dirt tracked in, make it a rule to take off shoes upon entering the house. If pets are the culprits of tracked-in dirt, keep a towel by the door and wipe the animal’s paws before allowing it to roam through the house.

Steam clean to refreshIf you don’t already own a steam-clean-er, they can be rented for a fraction of the cost of buying one. Together with steam, a cleaning solution is usually part of the procedure. The steam and cleaning product will loosen and dis-solve dirt and then the dirty remains will be sucked up into a receptacle to be emptied. Steam cleaning is one of the easiest methods of thoroughly cleaning carpeting and reviving it to look as good as new. Many homeown-ers are quite surprised to see how much dirt can be removed from the carpet by using a steam-cleaner.

Intermittent use of a steam spot cleaner can help keep high-traffic areas of the home and stairs clean or treat a persistent stain that doesn’t respond to hand cleaning.

use area rugsThere is a misconcep-tion that area rugs are used in lieu of

carpeting, but both can be used to-gether. An area rug may be placed near an entryway to catch dirt from shoes before it is tracked elsewhere in the house. Area rugs can be used under a dining table where the frequent pulling out and pushing in of chairs may wear down carpeting.

Eliminate staticStatic electricity can plague people who live in homes with carpeting, especially during cool, dry weather. Placing a dryer sheet on the bottom of a dry sponge mop and then running it over the carpet can alleviate static. This will help prevent those annoying shocks or even damage to electronic equipment from static shocks.

Carpeting is something that can make a statement in a home. When main-tained, it can look beautiful for years to come.


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Tips to help prevent a fire in your home

n Install smoke detectors and check the batteries regularly. Smoke inhala-tion causes many fire-related deaths. A smoke detector should be installed outside of every bedroom and on every level of the house. Don’t install a smoke detector near a window, door or forced-air register, where drafts could interfere with the detector’s operation. Be sure to routinely check that every smoke detector is working properly.

n Have a fire extinguisher in an easily accessible location. Ensure the fire extinguisher is charged and that you understand how to operate it.

n Remove combustible materials from around the house. Do not allow old clothing, rags, newspapers, or card-board boxes to accumulate around the house. Discard newspapers and magazines as quickly as possible and be careful to avoid storing anything too close to heaters, furnaces or electrical equipment.

n Adhere to the recommended wattage in lamps and lighting fixtures. Do not exceed the recommended bulb wattage for lights around the house. There may be overheating or shorting that can lead to fire.

n Look for fireproof interior de-cor items. Nowadays, carpeting and furniture can be coated with fireproof chemicals. The added investment may be worth it in the long run.

n Do not leave candles unattended. Many people like the look and aroma

that candles provide. Candles also provide emergency illumination in the event of a power outage. Candles can be easily knocked over and start a fire. In fact, candles are one of the top causes of house fires. Never leave a candle unattended, even for a short amount of time. And certainly never go to sleep without extinguishing a candle.

n Keep the chimney clean. Inspect the chimney flue regularly and have it cleaned to prevent an abundance of re-sidual burnt material from accumulat-ing. This creosote can catch fire itself.

n Use a fire-resistant roofing mate-rial. A roof should be made from metal, clay or asphalt tiles. Trim any overhanging branches or vegetation to reduce the amount of combustible material nearby.

n Have a fire-safe wall behind wood heaters. A brick wall or another fire-proof material should be used on any walls that house a wood- or gas-burn-ing appliance for added safety.

n Verify electrical safety. Extension cords and power strips should be kept to a minimum, and the outlets should not be overloaded. Replace fuses properly and don’t be afraid to call a certified electrician to verify you are correctly set up.

By making a few tweaks in and around the house, a homeowner can decrease the likelihood of a fire.


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Garages tend to become the official catch-all of a home. When an item cannot be crammed into a hiding space elsewhere, it often ends up dumped into the garage, where it joins the long list of other abandoned items. It can be easy to let garages become a wasteland because everything put inside a garage is behind a closed door. That mess can quickly build up, and reclaiming your garage requires energy, time, organiza-tion, and a plan.

Organizing a garage will take some time. An entire weekend or two consecutive days may be necessary depending on the level of disarray. Taking everything out of the garage and going through the sorting process may take the most time. When sorting, separate any broken items, which can immediately be put at the curb for trash pick-up. Examine things that you have not used in some time. If you haven’t missed it, there’s a good chance that you can discard the item or donate it. Create separate piles for donations and trash.

Move the items that will be kept into a separate pile. After all of the trash and donations are removed from the premises, then you can look at what is remaining and begin planning out a more organized storage system.

There may be things in the “keep” pile that are simply out of place in the garage and may be better stored else-where. Think about which items can be

moved to a basement or attic because of their infrequency of use, such as holiday decorations, suitcases, and col-lectibles. You may prefer to move lawn and garden items out of the garage and into a shed in the backyard.

After completing the sorting process, look at the garage as a blank space and measure out the room that you have. This will provide an empty canvas as a starting off point. To maximize the amount of space you have as a work area or a place to park your car, invest in as many tools as possible to utilize vertical space. Shelving, hooks and cab-inetry will take things off of the floor, while storage units with doors can hide

items that lack aesthetic appeal. Rolling tool caddies and cabinets can keep all tools neat and in organized drawers so you’re never hunting and pecking for a tool again. A cabinet that has a lock and key can be utilized for dangerous chemicals that need to be kept out of the hands of children and away from pets. Think about how the garage will appear from the curb when the door is raised and create a design that will be functional and neat.

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When putting items back into the garage, label where everything is stored until you become accustomed to the new organization. This way you’ll be able to find everything easily.

Organizing a garage can be tedious, but the reward is ultimately worth the effort.


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Open floor plans have evolved to be the floor plan of choice in new homes and current home renovations. Turn on a home renovation show, and you’re likely to see eager homeowners knocking down walls to open the kitchen to the family room. Walls have become anathema to homeowners.

There are many supporters of the open floor plan, particularly those who entertain frequently or like to keep an eye on children throughout the house. Although open floor plans are touted, there are plenty of people who have never been enamored with having all of their rooms flowing into one. There also are some people who prefer a different style.

For those who are not fans of the open floor plan, blame the excess of the 1980s for their inception. In homes built in the 1960s and 1970s, rooms were compartmentalized and isolated for specific activities. During the 1980s, an era of “bigger is better,” design-ers noticed that many homeowners preferred an open floor plan in which rooms merged into one another, creating the illusion of more space. These floor plans also enable people to be in separate rooms and still interact with one another across the space.

A home’s floor plan largely depends on the prefer-ence of the homeowner. There are many advantages to having an open floor plan versus one that is more compartmentalized. Here is a look at some of the

pros and cons.

Pro: Open floor plans can be safer for parents of young children. If the home opens up with the living spaces branching off from the kitchen, parents can keep an eye on children while the parents prepare dinner. It also eliminates the number of places that kids can hide and get into mischief.

Con: Privacy is reduced in a home with few walls. Much in the way that an open floor plan enables children to be seen from every angle, it also enables you to be seen — and all of your belongings as well. There’s also no place to retreat to if you need a min-ute to collect yourself when entertaining. You’re on display unless you retreat to the bathroom.

Pro: Entertaining can be easier in a home with an open floor plan because hosts and hostesses are not separated from their guests or holed up in the kitchen the entire time. An open space enables everyone to mingle and conversations to flow.

Con: Those who like to host events without show-ing guests all of their dirty dishes or secrets of the kitchen may dislike an open floor plan.

Pro: Light can flow effectively through an open space, minimizing dark rooms and reducing the need

to install more windows. Light in and of itself can help a home feel more spacious.

Con: While light can flow easily, so can sound. Noises through the house may be amplified. A student doing homework in the dining room may be disturbed by the television blaring in the family room. Talking on the phone or even finding a quiet nook to read a book may be challenging.

Pro: Open floor plans allow for more family time together in one space than a home with a more com-partmentalized layout.

Con: People who are collectors or who have a lot of furniture or accent items may find that open floor plans do not provide enough wall space to properly display these items.

Pro: Because several rooms run into one another, color choices for walls and furnishings in a home with an open floor plan can be limited and cohesive, making choices easier.

Con: On the flip side, those who want to incorpo-rate different color schemes and eclectic styles may have difficulty deciding on where to “end” rooms or how to co-mingle furniture.


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When purchasing a home, buyers often look at the kitchen space and how many bedrooms there are, while largely ignoring other rooms, includ-ing the laundry room. Oftentimes, the washer and dryer are relegated to a dark corner of the basement or garage, and homeowners simply accept their laundry lot.

More and more manufacturers now produce washers and dryers that are both functional and aesthetically ap-pealing. As a result, homeowners and renters need not feel they have to hide laundry rooms like they did in the past. Having the laundry nearby the fam-ily action — and paying attention to laundry room design — can make the work of keeping clothes tidy that much easier.

Many designers would agree that you need not sacrifice style for function in a laundry room. As with any other area of the house, add design elements into the room and make it a room in which you want to spend time.

n First and foremost, select appliances that offer the features you need and want. Also, find appliances that fit the space you have. Front-loading appli-ances have become the latest must-have, but some units may be too big or expensive for your space. Those with a limited area for laundry can invest in a stackable set, in which the washer and dryer are combined into one vertical unit. For those who want to add a pop

of color, select among the variety of colored washers and dryers that are turning up in store showrooms. You’re no longer limited to white, black and beige.

n Consider cabinetry in your laundry space. Cabinets and draw-ers are not just for the kitchen. They can hide cleaning products, detergent, dryer sheets and so much more. Fill drawers with stain-re-moval sticks and items to mend clothes that may be missing a button or have a small hole that needs tending.

n A laundry area also can be much more than just a place to wash and fold clothes. Many people like to turn this spot into a multipur-pose zone. By including some shelving and a refrigerator in the laundry room, you can create a food-storage pantry. A large countertop normally used to fold clothes can also double as a gift-wrap-ping station. Think about merging a laundry room with a craft room where sewing or scrapbooking can take place.

n Remember to leave room for the soiled clothing. Raising hamper bins off of the floor to be suspended from a rod above the washer frees up valu-

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a curtain or tucked into a cabinet to

ensure the laundry room always looks neat, even when you haven’t yet gotten to the newest pile of dirty clothes.

n Don’t be afraid of adding color and artwork to the laundry space. In fact, embrace it. Here’s an out-of-the-way area of the home where you can explore your creativity and have a little fun. Try an eye-opening color, such as apple green or bright yellow to add a sunny disposition to the room.

n You don’t have to spend a fortune on a laundry room re-do. Shop in salvage stores or antique shops for custom pieces to add character to the space.

You can probably find cabinetry or shelving for a fraction of the cost of new items, and these older items may add more character to the space.

n Save space by installing a counter just above the dryer so you will have a place to fold and stack clothing.

n The bulk of dirty clothes will be generated in the bedrooms and bath-rooms of the house. But who wants to carry clothes down to a laundry area on a lower level? See if you can tuck a laundry room into an upstairs closet or nook to make doing laundry more practical.

Although a laundry room is often an afterthought, taking time to organize and plan the space can make it both functional and inviting.


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Noise in a home is a problem that can affect just about anyone. Noise can occur inside or be the product of noisy situations outside of the home. Eventually these sounds can try a homeowner’s patience, but there are various ways to cope with noise.

n Reduce the human scope of noise. One of the first steps to take is reducing the amount of noise generated by people inside of the house. If video games are noisy, encourage children to wear headphones so the entire household is not subjected to the sounds of the game. Set limits on the volume of the television and try to keep only one set on at a given time in the house, par-ticularly if televisions are located in rooms where doors cannot be closed to block the sound.

n Use sound-dampening furnishings. There are many benefits to having hardwood flooring throughout a home, including its beauty. But hardwood flooring could reflect sound waves and cause them to echo around the house. Area rugs will do some to muffle the sound, but carpeting is a good method of sound insula-tion. The carpeting and padding underneath will absorb sounds, including footfalls on floors above. Hanging pictures on the wall and using drapery on windows also can absorb sound and prevent it from bouncing off of bare walls.

n Change windows. If sounds are coming from outside, it might be worth the investment to upgrade windows, although this can prove costly. Many homeowners with

outdoor noise issues install triple-paned windows, which reduce sound and also provide significant energy savings. Changing the window frames is another option. Metal frames will transmit sound better than wood, fiberglass or vinyl.

n Install door sweeps. A door sweep is not only effec-tive at preventing drafts, but sweeps can prevent sounds from coming out as well.

n Check where drywall ends. Most drywall is not installed flush with the floor surface. Remove the base molding and you might find an inch gap from the floor where sound can escape. You can reduce noise by using spray foam insulation in this area and then replacing the molding. A similar tactic can be used around electrical outlets.

n Add additional insulation. Thicker walls make it hard for sound to travel throughout a home. You also can in-stall a sound-stopping wallboard over existing drywall. Putting more insulation in the attic can reduce weather sounds generated from rain falling on the roof.

n Plant sound-buffering trees and shrubs. For sounds that are generated outdoors, a sound bluff, like a line of thick bushes, can dull sound and provide added privacy.

Exploring different ways to reduce noise in a home can create a more peaceful environment.


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The kitchen is arguably the most-used room in the house during waking hours. Having a kitchen that is laid out in an efficient manner can improve produc-tivity and make for a more enjoyable experience.

Designers often stress having an effective work triangle in the kitchen. The phrase “kitchen work tri-angle” started with the Building Research Council at the University of Illinois. The idea came from studies of space usage and the search for efficient kitchen de-signs. What the triangle essentially means is position-ing three key items of the kitchen for efficiency. The stove, sink and refrigerator represent the three main points of the triangle. Having these items spaced accordingly can make work easier. Having them too close together can create a cramped, ineffective room.

The placement of the triangle points alone does not

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Homeowners know that no home is perfect. Sometimes a home’s biggest issue can be relatively small and easy to fix, while other issues are more substantial and require a bit more time and money.

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n Check the fireplace. Homeowners with a fireplace might be inviting drafts in through their favorite feature. If the damper on the fireplace is open, drafts will enter the home. Simply close the damper and the home will likely get a lot less drafty.

n Check for gaps around windows and doors. The most likely culprit if a home is drafty is gaps around windows and doors. Windows and doors that aren’t properly sized are no doubt inviting drafts into the home. The solution to this problem doesn’t have to break the bank. Instead of replacing old windows and doors, use weather stripping and press it into the gaps around the frame. This can block drafts, and you should be able to notice an immediate differ-ence.

n Hang heavier curtains or drapes. Another way to address a drafty room is to hang thick curtains or drapes in front of the window. The heavier the material, the more effective it will be at keeping cold air from circulating around the room.

n Inspect the attic. If your home has an attic, that might be the source of the home’s drafts. When a home is heated, the air inside that home is pressur-ized, driving that air through ceiling penetrations and into the attic. This creates leaks that allow warmth to escape the house while inviting colder

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Accessibility Products Luxury Baths & Beyond .......................... 1115-1116 St. Alexius Great Plains Rehabilitation Services .... 218-219

Advertising - TV/Radio/Print BEK Communications .......................................1079 ND Living Magazine ...........................................174

Appliances Fleck’s Furniture & Appliance, Inc.......................212 Lowe’s Home Improvement ................................159 Montana Dakota Utilities Company .......................31

Architecture Matrix Design ....................................................134

Audio/Video Dakota Sound Systems, Inc. .................................36 Pacific Sound & Video .................................... 6A-7A Premier Audio ....................................................121

Auto Parts/Service Kupper Automotive ...........................................1120

Auto Sales Kupper Automotive ...........................................1120

Awnings Automated Awnings & Saunas ...........................17A G&J Awnings & Canvas, Inc............................ 86-87

Banks/Financial Services American Bank Center .......................................205 BNC National Bank...............................................22 Capital Credit Union ....................................... 16-17 Gate City Bank .....................................................82 Kirkwood Bank & Trust Co. ...............................1040 Northland Financial ............................................125 Starion Financial ..............................................1112

Basement Waterproofing B.L.A.K. Jacket .............................................. 74-75 Innovative Basement Systems ............... 1093-1096 Precision Concrete Cutters, Inc............... 1122-1124

Building Supplies Advanced Truss Fabricators ...............................221 Builders Supply Co. ...................169-172 & 181-184 Front Street Millwork & Lumber, Inc. ...131-132 & 143-144 Lowe’s Home Improvement ................................159 ProBuild ............................................49-50 & 61-62 Roughrider Hardwoods ...................................... 4-5 Truss Systems, Inc .............................................153

Cabinets D & M Industries, Inc. ...........................................92 Leingang Home Center .......63-66 & 76-78 & 88-90 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42 Your Home Improvement Company ........ 1103-1104

Central Vac Dakota Sound Systems, Inc. .................................36 J&R Vacuum & Sewing, Inc ................. 1033 & 1043

City Departments City of Bismarck (Inspections, Public Works, Fire Dept) .. 1080-1082

Cleaning - Home & Apartment SERVPRO of Bismarck ........................................154

Community Organization Community Builders...........................................20A MSA United Way ................................................105 RSVP+ ...............................................................117 Sam’s Club 4933 .............................................1105

Company Branding Armor Interactive ...............................................133

Concrete Contractors Alliance Concrete, LLC ........................... 1118-1119 Concrete Mudjacking Services .............................15 Precision Concrete Cutters, Inc .............. 1122-1124

Concrete Countertops Sculpture By Design .................................. 190-191 Tobias Marman Construction, LLC ........................71

Concrete Decorative Myhre Concrete Design, Inc. ................................47 Northland Concrete & Excavation .....................1068 Sculpture By Design .................................. 190-191

Concrete Edging Elegant Edging .....................................................40 Valley Borders ..................................................1209

Concrete Forms - Insulated Building Block Forms, Inc. ..................................217

Concrete Resurfacing Imperial Flooring ................................................112

Concrete Supplier Structural Materials ............................... 1010-1013

Cookware Cook’s Warehouse, Inc. ....................................1121

Countertops Fabricators Supply .............................................135 Fabricators Unlimited .........................................136 Heim Granite, Inc. ................................... 152 & 164

Custom Cabinets Creative Wood Designs .................................. 51-52 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42

Custom Metalwork Mind Over Material, LLC .........................................9

Custom Mirrors Haider Glass Specialties ............................. 165-166 Red River Glazing, Inc. ........................... 1090-1092

Custom Showers Haider Glass Specialties ............................. 165-166 Luxury Baths & Beyond .......................... 1115-1116 Red River Glazing, Inc. ........................... 1090-1092

Decks Decks-terior Solutions .....................................1212 Regal Home Solutions ......................................1206

Decorative Etching Cutting Edge Custom Etching & Sandcarving .....13A

Doors Builders Supply Co. ...................169-172 & 181-184 D & M Industries, Inc. ...........................................92 Fargo Glass & Paint Co ......1053-1057 & 1063-1067 Heartland Pella Windows & Doors .......127-128 & 139-140 ProBuild ............................................49-50 & 61-62 The Window & Door Store ............................. 6 & 18 Yanish Custom Exteriors....................25-26 & 37-38 Your Home Improvement Company ........ 1103-1104

Egress Windows Innovative Basement Systems ............... 1093-1096 Precision Concrete Cutters, Inc............... 1122-1124

Electrical Supplier One Source Lighting, Inc. ........................... 137-138

Electronic Technology Capital Electric/Touchstone Energy ............ 173-174 Dakota Sound Systems, Inc. .................................36 Electro Watchman, Inc. ........................................69 Premier Audio ....................................................121

Energy Capital Electric/Touchstone Energy ............ 173-174 Montana Dakota Utilities Company .......................31

Energy Efficiency Earth Energy & Water Systems .........................1035 Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc. .....................1071 GreenLight Systems ................................... 177-179 Lexar Homes ...................................................1058 WaterFurnace International ................................215

Equipment Acme Tools ................................................ 193-195 Bobcat of Mandan....................................... 79 & 91 Northern Plains Equipment Company, Inc. .. 147-148 & 160 RDO Equipment Company ...................... 1073-1075 Titan Machinery ........................150-151 & 162-163

Excavation Services Northland Concrete & Excavation .....................1068

Fencing Dakota Fence ............................................. 167-168 Hidden Fence of Bismarck .................................211 Mastel’s Country Estate Fence ...........................15A

Fireplaces & Stoves Burning Desires ..................................... 1014-1015 Hebron Brick & Block ........................11-12 & 23-24 Heim Granite, Inc. ................................... 152 & 164 Keller Hearth ‘n Home Products .... 106-108 & 118-120 Sculpture By Design .................................. 190-191

Flag Poles Summit Flag & Pole, LLC ....................................146

Flags Summit Flag & Pole, LLC ....................................146

Flooring Carpet Direct ...................................................1213 Carpet World .................................................. 59-60 House of Color, Inc. ..............................................55 Imperial Flooring ................................................112 Keller Hardwood Floors, Inc. ................... 1084-1085 Lowe’s Home Improvement ................................159 Magi-Touch Carpet One Floor & Home ... 1041-1042 Rodger’s Hardwood Floors, Inc. ..........................161 Roughrider Hardwoods ...................................... 4-5

Food Products A Spice Above ....................................................10A Sam’s Club 4933 .............................................1105 Sunco Sales ........... 97, 101, 109, 222, 1128 & 1109 Tastefully Simple ...............................................19A

Food/Cooking Cook’s Warehouse, Inc. ....................................1121

Foundation Repair Innovative Basement Systems ............... 1093-1096

Garage Design - Interior Midwest Doors Inc./Garage Pro ..... 103-104 & 115-116

Garage Doors/Openers CS Doors, Inc. ................................................ 53-54 Midwest Doors Inc./Garage Pro ..... 103-104 & 115-116

Garage Floor Coatings Coatings Unlimited ...........................................1100

General Contractors L/B Homes, Inc. ...............................................1117 Paramount Builders, Inc. ........................ 1130-1131 Schaff Construction .............................................20 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42

Geothermal Earth Energy & Water Systems .........................1035 Geothermal Hydronic Drilling, Inc. ........................85

WaterFurnace International ................................215

Glass Contractors Haider Glass Specialties ............................. 165-166 Red River Glazing, Inc. ........................... 1090-1092

Glass Decorative Haider Glass Specialties ............................. 165-166 Red River Glazing, Inc. ........................... 1090-1092

Granite Countertops Fabricators Supply .............................................135 Fabricators Unlimited .........................................136 Heim Granite, Inc. ................................... 152 & 164

Gutter Toppers Gutter Topper Of ND ...................................... 43- 44

Gutters ABC Seamless, Inc. ................................ 1004-1009 Ressler Enterprises ...................129-130 & 141-142 Western Products .....................175-176 & 187-188 Yanish Custom Exteriors....................25-26 & 37-38

Health Amazing Life Products .....................................1052 Big Sky Pain Relief/Spine & Sports Therapy .....1111 Discover Health Chiropractic ..............................111 Gossett Chiropractic Arts ..................................1036 Health Source Chiropractic & Progressive Rehab ..56 Healthy Body Pro .............................................1214 N.D. Dept of Health ............................................18A ND Life Spa .....................................................1106 Pathways Chiropractic & Wellness ...................1089 St. Alexius Great Plains Rehabilitation Services ... 218- 219 Upper Cervical Health Centers............................189

Heating & HVAC A-1 Heating & Air ...............................................149 Automated Awnings & Saunas ...........................17A Comfort Zone Heating & Air ..................................72 Northern Plains Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. ...19 Northern Plains Plumbing & Heating ..................180

Home Builders (Custom) Bender Built, LLC .............................................1219 Diversity Homes, Inc. ................................. 213-214 Golden Eagle Log Homes ...................................186 Holly & Company Classic Homes ..........................58 Homark Homes, Inc. .........................................1114 Hopfauf Custom Builders ........................... 113-114 Kamrose Construction, Inc. ........................ 208-210 L/B Homes, Inc. ...............................................1117 Lexar Homes ...................................................1058 Lindal Cedar Homes ...........................................206 Mitzel Homes ............................................. 155-156 Nodak Construction .............................................96 Paramount Builders, Inc. ........................ 1130-1131 Patriot Homes ..................................................1222 Pearson Home Builders, Inc................................216 Pinnacle Homes, Inc. ............................................35 Prairie Outpost Log Homes....................1-2 & 13-14 Red Door Homes .................................... 1101-1102 Redford Signature Homes ....................................84 Gossett Chiropractic Arts ..................................1036 Schaff Construction .............................................20 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42 SSS Construction, Inc. ..........................................67 Tobias Marman Construction, LLC ........................71 Vance Vetter Homes ............................ 1076 & 1086 Wisconsin Log Homes ......................................1072

Home Furnishings Bridgets Room, LLC .........................................1050 Fleck’s Furniture & Appliance, Inc.......................212 Hot Spring Spas & Pool Tables 2 ............ 1203-1204

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#20

GeothermalHydronicDrilling

#85

Gutter Topper of ND

#43-44 Health Source Chiropractic &

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Creative Wood Designs#51-52

Warren’s Locks & Keys

#93

Carpet World#59-60

House of Color, Inc.

#55

The Window & Door Store

#6 & 18

CS Doors, Inc.#53-54

Con#

NodakConstruction

#96

Pearson Home

Builders, Inc.

#216

RedfordSignature

Homes#84

SparlingConstruction, Inc.

#28-30& 41-42

SSSConstruction, Inc.

#67

Tobias MarmanConstruction, LLC

#71

Rocks & Blocks

Landscaping & Contracting

#80-81

ElegantEdging

#40

Plant Perfect#33-34

BismarckLandscaping &

Services#21

ConcreteMudjacking

Services#15

BNC National Bank#22

Capital Credit Union

#16-17

Gregg’s Reline Services, LLC

#83

Whispering Bay Corporation

#73

WaterFurnaceInternational

#215

Advanced Truss

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HartersLandscap-

ing#223

D & M Industries, Inc.

#92

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Century 21Morrison Realty

#48

BiancoRealty#32

Comfort Zone Heating & Air

#72

Myhre Concrete Design, Inc.

#47

DakotaSupply Group

#57

Yanish Custom Exteriors

#25-26 & 37-38

RoughriderHardwoods

#4-5

IntegrityLandscapes

#45-46

PropertyResources

Group#39

Kirby Vacuum

Co.#220

G & J Awning& Canvas, Inc.

#86-87

DakotaImpressions

Landscaping & Design, LLC

#7-8

Versa-Lok#10

Holly & Company Classic Homes

#58

ElectroWatchman, Inc.

#69

B.L.A.K.Jacket#74-75

HebronBrick & Block

#11-12 & 23-24

G & J Awning& Canvas, Inc.

#86-87

DiversityHomes, Inc.#213-214

TBD TBD

Northern Plains Heating & Air Conditioning

#19


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Summit Flag & Pole, LLC

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Lowe’s Home Improvement

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Dakota Fence#167-168

Haider Glass Specialties#165-166

Ressler Siding & Window

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Matrix Design#134

SuperiorWindow

Coverings#145

Truss Systems, Inc.

#153

Front Street Millwork &

Lumber, Inc.#131-132 & 143-144

Heartland Pella Windows & Doors

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Western Products

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KellerHearth ’n Home Products

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162-163

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MitzelHomes

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Kamrosestruction, Inc.#208-210

SculptureBy Design, Inc.

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Pro-FoamInsulation

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All Seasons Landscape#98-100

Brendel’s Lawn Sprinkling, Inc.

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Bismarck, LLC

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ND Living Magazine

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#192

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Systems, Inc.#1035

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Arts#1036

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& Sewing, Inc.

#1033 & 1043

Real Deals On Home

Decor#1034

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The Blind Guy of North

Dakota#1046

Anyleaks, Inc.

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Products#1052

Magi-Touch Carpet One

Floor & Home#1041-1042

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#1050

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Extreme PanelTechnologies,

Inc.#1071

WisconsinLog Homes

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Central City Remodelers#1059-1060

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Patriot Homes#1222

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JackChiversRealty#1083

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KellerHardwood Floors, Inc.

#1084-1085

BEKCommuni-

cations#1079

Pathways Chiropractic& Wellness#1089

Fire Dept.#1082

PublicWorks#1081

Inspec-tions

#1080

Red River Glazing, Inc.#1090-1092

City of Bismarck

VanceVetter Homes

#1076 & 1086

MTDevelopers,

LLC#1110

Big Sky Pain Relief/Spine

& Sports Therapy#1111

StarionFinancial#1112

Sam’s Club 4933

#1105

ND Life Spa

#1106

Great Plains SecuritySystems#1099

SuncoSales#1109

Coatings Unlimited

#1100

Innovative Basement Systems#1093-1096

Timber Ridge Plumbing & Heating

#1113

HomarkHomes, Inc.

#1114

Your Home Improvement

Company#1103-1104

Red Door Homes#1101-1102

Regal Home Solutions#1206

Hot Springs Spas & Pool Tables 2#1203-1204

MVPWindows

#1215

NorthernSky Lights#1211

Spas, Etc.#1061-1062

Cook’s Warehouse, Inc.

#1121

TBD

HealthyBody Pro#1214

FM Water Systems/Kinetico#1216

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Valley Borders#1209

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House of Color, Inc. ..............................................55 I. Keating Furniture World .................................106A Magi-Touch Carpet One Floor & Home ... 1041-1042 Real Deals on Home Decor...............................1034 Sunco Sales ........... 97, 101, 109, 222, 1128 & 1109

Home Theatres GreenLight Systems ................................... 177-179 Pacific Sound & Video .................................... 6A-7A Premier Audio ....................................................121

Hospitality Summerwinds Resort Services, LLC ....... 1125-1127

HVAC Northern Plains Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. ...19 Timber Ridge Plumbing & Heating ....................1113

Insulation Insulation Systems LLP ........................................70 Miller Insulation Company, Inc. ................... 196-197 Pro-Foam Insulation ...........................................126 The Insulation Place of Bismarck, LLC ................207

Interior Design Bridget’s Room, LLC ........................................1050 Fleck’s Furniture & Appliance, Inc.......................212 House of Color, Inc. ..............................................55 Magi-Touch Carpet One Floor & Home ... 1041-1042

Internet BEK Communications .......................................1079 Armor Interactive ...............................................133

Keys Warren’s Locks and Keys .....................................93

Kitchen/Bath Remodel & Design Bath & Kitchen Consulting & Design, Inc. ...........192 Bender Built, LLC .............................................1219 Creative Wood Designs .................................. 51-52 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42

Landscaping/Landscape Products All Seasons Landscape ................................ 98-100 Bismarck Landscaping & Services .......................21 Dakota Impressions Landscaping & Design, LLC .......... 7-8 Harter’s Landscaping .........................................223 Hebron Brick & Block ........................11-12 & 23-24 Integrity Landscapes ...................................... 45-46 Plant Perfect .................................................. 33-34 Rocks & Blocks Landscaping and Contracting ..... 80-81

Lawn & Garden Equipment Acme Tools ................................................ 193-195 Bobcat of Mandan....................................... 79 & 91 Farmers Union Oil Company ...............................122 Northern Plains Equipment Company, Inc. .. 147-148 & 160 RDO Equipment Company ...................... 1073-1075

Lawn Care Bismarck Landscaping & Services .......................21

Lawn Sprinkler Systems Brendel’s Lawn Sprinkling, Inc. ..........................102

Lighting One Source Lighting, Inc. ........................... 137-138

Locks Warren’s Locks and Keys .....................................93

Log Homes Golden Eagle Log Homes ...................................186 Prairie Outpost Log Homes....................1-2 & 13-14 Wisconsin Log Homes ......................................1072

Masonry/Brick/Stone Burning Desires ..................................... 1014-1015

Hebron Brick & Block ........................11-12 & 23-24 Martin’s Decorative Stones ........................ 157-158 Redi-Rock of ND .................................... 1044-1045 Rocks & Blocks Landscaping and Contracting ..... 80-81 Structural Materials ............................... 1010-1013

Millwork D & M Industries, Inc. ...........................................92 Front Street Millwork & Lumber, Inc. ...131-132 & 143-144

Mold Removal SERVPRO of Bismarck ........................................154

Musical Instruments Jacobsen Music ...............................................1051

Paint/Painting Services Fargo Glass & Paint Co ......1053-1057 & 1063-1067 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42

Patio Supplies Rocks & Blocks Landscaping and Contracting ..... 80-81 Versa-Lok ............................................................10

Phone BEK Communications .......................................1079

Planner/Designer Matrix Design ....................................................134 Bridget’s Room, LLC ........................................1050

Plumbing Anyleaks, Inc. ..................................... 1039 & 1049 Gregg’s Reline Services, LLC ................................83 Northern Plains Plumbing & Heating ..................180 Timber Ridge Plumbing & Heating ....................1113

Pool Tables Hot Spring Spas & Pool Tables 2 ............ 1203-1204

Propane Farmers Union Oil Company ...............................122

Property Inspections Prime Property Inspections, LLC .......................1129

Real Estate/Developers Bianco Realty .......................................................32 Century 21 Morrison Realty..................................48 Jack Chivers Realty .........................................1083 Mitzel Homes ............................................. 155-156 MT Developers, LLC .........................................1110 Nodak Construction .............................................96 Property Resources Group ...................................39 Whispering Bay Corporation. ................................73

Remodelers Bender Built, LLC .............................................1219 Central City Remodelers......................... 1059-1060 Hopfauf Custom Builders ........................... 113-114 Kutzer Construction, Inc. ......................................94 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42 Tobias Marman Construction, LLC ........................71

Restoration SERVPRO of Bismarck ........................................154

Retail A Spice Above ....................................................10A Sam’s Club 4933 .............................................1105 Sunco Sales ........... 97, 101, 109, 222, 1128 & 1109 Tastefully Simple ...............................................19A

Retail Gardening Center Plant Perfect .................................................. 33-34

Retaining Walls Dakota Wall Systems ...........................................68 Integrity Landscapes ...................................... 45-46

Redi-Rock of North Dakota..................... 1044-1045 Rocks & Blocks Landscaping and Contracting ......... 80-81 Versa-Lok ............................................................10

Roofing Anyleaks, Inc. ..................................... 1039 & 1049 Interlock Industries ............................................110 Regal Home Solutions ......................................1206 The Insulation Place of Bismarck, LLC ................207 Western Products .....................175-176 & 187-188

Safes Warren’s Locks and Keys .....................................93

Saunas Hot Spring Spas & Pool Tables 2 ............ 1203-1204 Spas, Etc................................................ 1061-1062

Security Systems Electro Watchman, Inc. ........................................69 Great Plains Security Systems .........................1099 Montana Dakota Utilities Company .......................31 TS Security ......................................................1070

Septic System Cleaning Turd Burglar Professional .....................................95

Sewer Reline Gregg’s Reline Services, LLC ................................83

Sewing Machines J & R Vacuum & Sewing, Inc. .............. 1033 & 1043

Siding ABC Seamless, Inc. ................................ 1004-1009 Leingang Home Center .......63-66 & 76-78 & 88-90 Regal Home Solutions ......................................1206 Ressler Enterprises ...................129-130 & 141-142 Western Products .....................175-176 & 187-188 Yanish Custom Exteriors....................25-26 & 37-38 Your Home Improvement Company ........ 1103-1104

Sky Lights Northern Sky Lights .........................................1211

Spas/Pools Associated Pool Builders, Inc. ..................... 123-124 Hot Spring Spas & Pool Tables 2 ............ 1203-1204 Keller Hearth ‘n Home Products .... 106-108 & 118-120 Martin’s Decorative Stones ........................ 157-158 Spas, Etc................................................ 1061-1062

Staining - Trim Creative Wood Designs .................................. 51-52

Structured Insulated Panels Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc. .....................1071

Sunrooms A+ Sunrooms, Awnings & Decks ............ 1002-1003 Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42

Telescoping Summit Flag & Pole, LLC ....................................146

Tools Acme Tools ................................................ 193-195 Lowe’s Home Improvement ................................159

Trusses Advanced Truss Fabricators ...............................221 Truss Systems, Inc. ............................................153

Vacations Summerwinds Resort Services, LLC ....... 1125-1127

Vacuums J & R Vacuum & Sewing, Inc. .............. 1033 & 1043 Kirby Vacuum Co. ...............................................220 Northern-Air Rainbow Vacuum .........................1069

Wall Systems Dakota Wall Systems ...........................................68 Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc. .....................1071

Water Systems Earth Energy & Water Systems .........................1035 FM Water Systems/Kinetico .............................1216

Website Development Armor Interactive ...............................................133

Window Coverings Bridget’s Room, LLC ........................................1050 Superior Window Coverings ...............................145 The Blind Guy of North Dakota .........................1046

Windows ABC Seamless, Inc. ................................ 1004-1009 Builders Supply Co. ...................169-172 & 181-184 D & M Industries, Inc. ...........................................92 Dakota Supply Group ...........................................57 Fargo Glass & Paint Co ......1053-1057 & 1063-1067 Front Street Millwork & Lumber, Inc. ...131-132 & 143-144 Heartland Pella Windows & Doors .......127-128 & 139-140 Leingang Home Center .......63-66 & 76-78 & 88-90 MVP Windows ..................................................1215 Northern Sky Lights .........................................1211 ProBuild ............................................49-50 & 61-62 Regal Home Solutions ......................................1206 Ressler Siding & Window ..........129-130 & 141-142 The Window & Door Store ............................. 6 & 18 Western Products .....................175-176 & 187-188 Yanish Custom Exteriors....................25-26 & 37-38 Your Home Improvement Company ........ 1103-1104

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Carpet World .................................................. 59-60Central City Remodelers......................... 1059-1060Century 21 Morrison Realty..................................48City of Bismarck Inspections ..................................................1080 Public Works ................................................1081 Fire Dept. .....................................................1082Coatings Unlimited ...........................................1100Comfort Zone Heating & Air ..................................72Community Builders...........................................20AConcrete Mudjacking Services .............................15Cook’s Warehouse, Inc. ....................................1121Creative Wood Designs .................................. 51-52CS Doors, Inc. ................................................ 53-54Cutting Edge Custom Etching & Sandcarving .....13AD & M Industries, Inc. ...........................................92B.L.A.K. Jacket .............................................. 74-75Dakota Fence ............................................. 167-168Dakota Impressions Landscaping & Design, LLC ..... 7-8Dakota Sound Systems, Inc. .................................36Dakota Supply Group ...........................................57Dakota Wall Systems, Inc. ....................................68Decks-terior Solutions .....................................1212Discover Health Chiropractic ..............................111Diversity Homes, Inc. ................................. 213-214Earth Energy & Water Systems .........................1035Electro Watchman, Inc. ........................................69Elegant Edging .....................................................40Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc. .....................1071Fabricators Supply .............................................135Fabricators Unlimited .........................................136

Fargo Glass & Paint Co ......1053-1057 & 1063-1067Farmers Union Oil Company ...............................122Fleck’s Furniture & Appliance, Inc.......................212FM Water Systems/Kinetico. .............................1216Front Street Millwork & Lumber, Inc. ...131-132 & 143-144G & J Awning & Canvas, Inc. .......................... 86-87Gate City Bank .....................................................82Geothermal Hydronic Drilling, Inc. ........................85Golden Eagle Log Homes ...................................186Gossett Chiropractic Arts ..................................1036Great Plains Security Systems .........................1099GreenLight Systems ................................... 177-179Gregg’s Reline Services, LLC ................................83Gutter Topper Of ND ...................................... 43- 44Haider Glass Specialties ............................. 165-166Harter’s Landscaping .........................................223Health Source Chiropractic & Progressive Rehab ..56Healthy Body Pro .............................................1214Heartland Pella Windows & Doors .......127-128 & 139-140Hebron Brick & Block ........................11-12 & 23-24Heim Granite, Inc. ................................... 152 & 164Hidden Fence of Bismarck .................................211Holly & Company Classic Homes ..........................58Homark Homes, Inc. .........................................1114Hopfauf Custom Builders ........................... 113-114Hot Springs Spas & Pool Tables 2 ........... 1203-1204House of Color, Inc. ..............................................55Imperial Flooring ................................................112Innovative Basement Systems ............... 1093-1096Insulation Systems, LLP .......................................70Integrity Landscapes ...................................... 45-46Interlock Industries ............................................110J & R Vacuum & Sewing, Inc. .............. 1033 & 1043Jack Chivers Realty .........................................1083Jacobsen Music ...............................................1051Kamrose Construction, Inc. ........................ 208-210Keller Hardwood Floors, Inc. ................... 1084-1085Keller Hearth ‘n Home Products 106-108 & 118-120Kirby Vacuum Co. ...............................................220Kirkwood Bank & Trust Co. ...............................1040Kupper Automotive ...........................................1120Kutzer Construction, Inc. ......................................94L/B Homes, Inc. ...............................................1117Leingang Home Center .......63-66 & 76-78 & 88-90Lexar Homes ...................................................1058Lindal Cedar Homes ...........................................206Lowe’s Home Improvement ................................159Luxury Baths & Beyond .......................... 1115-1116Magi-Touch Carpet One Floor & Home ... 1041-1042Martin’s Decorative Stones ........................ 157-158Mastel’s Country Estate Fence ...........................15AMatrix Design ....................................................134Midwest Doors, Inc./Garage Pro .... 103-104 & 115-116Miller Insulation Company, Inc. ................... 196-197Mind Over Material, LLC .........................................9Mitzel Homes ............................................. 155-156Montana Dakota Utilities Company .......................31MSA United Way ................................................105MT Developers, LLC .........................................1110MVP Windows ..................................................1215Myhre Concrete Design, Inc. ................................47N.D. Dept. of Health ...........................................18AND Life Spa .....................................................1106ND Living Magazine ...........................................174Nodak Construction .............................................96Northern Plains Equipment Company, Inc. .. 147-148 & 160Northern Plains Heating & Air Conditioning. ..........19

Northern Plains Plumbing & Heating ..................180Northern Sky Lights .........................................1211Northern-Air Rainbow Vacuum .........................1069Northland Concrete & Excavation .....................1068Northland Financial ............................................125One Source Lighting, Inc. ........................... 137-138Pacific Sound & Video .................................... 6A-7AParamount Builders, Inc. ........................ 1130-1131Pathways Chiropractic & Wellness ...................1089Patriot Homes ..................................................1222Pearson Home Builders, Inc................................216Pinnacle Homes, Inc. ............................................35Plant Perfect .................................................. 33-34Prairie Outpost Log Homes....................1-2 & 13-14Precision Concrete Cutters, Inc............... 1122-1124Premier Audio ....................................................121Prime Property Inspections, LLC .......................1129ProBuild ............................................49-50 & 61-62Pro-Foam Insulation ...........................................126Property Resources Group ...................................39RDO Equipment Company ...................... 1073-1075Real Deals on Home Decor...............................1034Red Door Homes .................................... 1101-1102Red River Glazing, Inc. ........................... 1090-1092Redford Signature Homes ....................................84Redi-Rock of North Dakota..................... 1044-1045Regal Home Solutions ......................................1206Ressler Enterprises ...................129-130 & 141-142Rocks & Blocks Landscaping and Contracting 80-81Rodger’s Hardwood Floors, Inc. ..........................161Roughrider Hardwoods ...................................... 4-5RSVP+ ...............................................................117Sam’s Club 4933 .............................................1105Schaff Construction .............................................20Sculpture By Design .................................. 190-191SERVPRO of Bismarck ........................................154Sparling Construction, Inc. ................28-30 & 41-42Spas, Etc............................................. 1061 & 1062SSS Construction, Inc. ..........................................67St. Alexius Great Plains Rehabilitation Services ... 218- 219Starion Financial ..............................................1112Structural Materials ............................... 1010-1013Summerwinds Resort Services, LLC ....... 1125-1127Summit Flag & Pole, LLC ....................................146Sunco Sales .............. 97,109,101,222,1128 & 1109Superior Window Coverings ...............................145Tastefully Simple ...............................................19AThe Blind Guy of North Dakota .........................1046The Insulation Place of Bismarck, LLC ................207The Window & Door Store ............................. 6 & 18Timber Ridge Plumbing & Heating ....................1113Titan Machinery ........................150-151 & 162-163Tobias Marman Construction, LLC ........................71Truss Systems, Inc. ............................................153TS Security ......................................................1070Turd Burglar Professional .....................................95Upper Cervical Health Centers............................189Vance Vetter Homes ............................ 1076 & 1086Valley Borders ..................................................1209Versa-Lok ............................................................10Warren’s Locks and Keys .....................................93WaterFurnace International ................................215Western Products .....................175-176 & 187-188Whispering Bay Corporation. ................................73Wisconsin Log Homes ......................................1072Yanish Custom Exteriors....................25-26 & 37-38Your Home Improvement Company ........ 1103-1104

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What to do with a room may hinge on who still lives in the house. Another child, for instance, may be interested in “upgrading” to the room if it is larger or has amenities that the previous bedroom does not offer, like a better view or a bigger closet. Some have plans for a craft space or a library. Perhaps the room

would be perfect for a “man cave” or a quiet sitting area.

Keep in mind that the room may hold sentimental value for the child, so converting the space is not something that should happen abruptly or without prior notice given to the former occupant. Commu-nication is key before the room can be permanently changed into a new room. To get started, follow these guidelines.

n Start slowly. Broach the subject with the former occupant of the room to gauge his or her reaction to the idea. If your child is supportive, then the process may move along more quickly. If not, you may need to wait a little longer before starting the renovation.

n Go through the room’s contents together. Your child may feel his or her private sanctum was violated if you simply box up belongings and ready them to be taken away. Instead, go through the room together and allow your son or daughter to pack away items of sentimental value. Other items can be donated. Consider which pieces of furniture might be kept and repurposed.

n Keep some items of value. Remember, you don’t want your child to feel like his or her identity has been erased from the house. Find a way to incor-porate something from the bedroom into the new de-sign to pay homage to the person who lived and grew up in the room. Keep a square of removed wallpaper and frame it. Put some well-read childhood books on a shelf. Have a place of honor for the first soccer trophy. This way when your child returns home there will still be a piece of the room’s former identity.

n Work through your new design plan. Before re-moving furniture and any items, draw up a detailed renovation plan and establish a budget. If the room will become a guest room, the basics may already be there and you simply need to introduce new linens and a new paint color to transform the space. Con-sider keeping the room functional as a sleeping space in some way — whether moving in a sleeper sofa or making a regular bed into a daybed — so when your son or daughter comes to visit, he or she will have a comfortable space.

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Converting a child’s former bedroom into a new and exciting living space for adults takes some planning and sensitivity. A collaborative ef-fort between parent and child can make the process can go much more smoothly.


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Buyers looking at homes that require a good deal of TLC may wonder who is responsible for the home’s repairs, particularly if such repairs are needed to secure a certificate of occupancy. Depending on the situation, there is no clear-cut answer.

There is no perfect home, and things that are acceptable to the current owner may not be acceptable to the buyer who is looking to become the next owner. The home-buying pro-cess is typically a careful cooperation between buyer and seller to find a middle ground. The buyer may have to make some concessions, as will the seller. Ultimately, it is this cooperation that often determines if the sale goes through or is terminated.

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A copy of this inspection report should be sent to the home seller to review with his or her attorney and real estate agent. The buyer working with his own real estate attorney and agent can petition for certain repairs to be made. Many sellers will make such repairs to ensure the purchase goes through, or they will accept a lower purchase price to compensate for the needed repairs, which the buyer will then make. Buyers might want to hire a good real estate attorney to write clauses into the contract to protect their interests. This allows the buyer to forfeit the sale and walk away from the contract should an issue arise.

The rules often change when buy-ing a home that is a short sale or in foreclosure. A home that is in distress is typically in this situation because the current owners cannot afford to pay their mortgage, and thusly, are not able to afford repairs. Buyers may try to negotiate repairs with the seller, but they shouldn’t assume that sellers (or lenders in the event of a bank-owned home) are responsible for the repairs. Generally speaking, most short sales and foreclosures are sold “as is” and may even specify that repairs and

requirements for the certificate of oc-cupancy are the buyer’s responsibility. A buyer also can ask to have the home price reduced to cover the repairs. But foreclosures are often already deeply discounted.

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Color theory is a science and there are rules of using color that are taught as early as a child’s first foray into art class. We know there are primary, secondary and complementary colors on the color wheel. Even novice home decorators can do well with color if they use the color wheel as their guideline.

Color should flow throughout a house. Every room need not be painted the same color. However, colors should be complementary enough that they flow into one another. Don’t paint one room in child’s basic primary colors, while painting other rooms in jewel

tones and pastels. Stick with one theme and carry it through the house.

Once you have decided to use a bold color, first find your color inspiration. Color combinations that appear in nature are more readily accepted by people, so look for an item in nature, such as a seashell or a flowering plant that you can base your color choices on. Others pull inspiration from a particular design item. For instance, maybe an area rug strikes your fancy. Use colors that appear in the rug in the room.

Keep in mind that using bold color doesn’t mean you have to paint every wall from ceiling to floor in that color. Rather, if you’re just starting out with bold colors, select one wall to serve as an accent wall. Use that wall as your bold canvas and paint it with your chosen hue.

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a more flashy color in a smaller space. If you’re nervous about beginning in the living room or kitchen, how about trying out bold color in a smaller space, such as a powder room? A more intimate space might seem less overwhelming when painted in a bold color. Go for a deep purple or another jeweled tone. However, try to avoid greens in the bathroom, as they may reflect off of the mirror and cast a hue onto your face that makes you look unwell. Pinks and peaches will shed a rosy glow.

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While cold weather causes many people to stay snug and cozy indoors, it provides a great opportunity for home buyers to get out and find their dream home. Fall and winter are typi-cally considered the off season in the housing market, but actually buyers can potentially find better deals and sellers may find the most serious buyer. To take advantage of the benefits of off-season real estate, consider these important areas of advice.

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Let’s face it - not everyone has a home office that in-spires productivity. But if you work from home at all - and the Bureau of Labor Statistics says 24 percent of people employed outside the home do at least some of their work at home - having a comfortable, organized and appealing home office can make your job easier.

There are around 38 million home-based businesses in the U.S., and 34.3 million to 36.6 million house-holds with active home offices. That’s a lot of home offices - and a lot of ugly desks, dim lighting and clutter, too.

Many home offices are less the product of care-ful planning than something that evolves from a spare bedroom, bonus room or an extra corner in the basement. Even if your home office is more of an after-thought, it’s possible to make some simple improvements that will enhance its appeal - and your productivity.

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Begin with the basicsRenovating any room should start with the simplest investment that also provides a big payoff — paint. Repainting is one of the cheapest, easiest ways to completely change the look of a room. A fresh coat of paint, no matter what color, imparts a sense of fresh-ness and energy to a room — just the kind of effect that can enhance your productivity.

When choosing a color for your home office, keep in mind that the hue should serve as a backdrop, not a distraction. Red may be your favorite color, and one you love in your bedroom, but home workers often spend eight hours a day or more in their home of-fices. Will the color you choose hold up to that kind of intense togetherness?

Invest in storageClutter in your home can range from simply annoy-

ing to downright depressing. In your home office, it can spell disaster - in the form of lost paperwork, missing projects and even lost business.

Plenty of storage and an organizational system that makes the most of it are essential for your home of-fice. Whether you opt for open shelving, locking file cabinets, a desk with ample drawers or a combination of storage types, it’s important to find solutions that work for you and fit your home office space.

Emphasize natural lightOf course you’re aware of the importance of good lighting in an office setting, but did you know that ample natural lighting can boost your productivity? The mood-boosting effects of natural light are well documented, with many studies showing that office workers exposed to daylight throughout their work day are happier, healthier and more productive than those who function only under artificial light.

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Adding a skylight to your home office can be a cost-effective way to ensure you get plenty of natural light during office hours. What’s more, a properly installed, energy-efficient skylight can help you control heating, cooling and lighting costs in your home office. If you opt for a fresh air skylight, it can also help enhance the air quality in your work space.

Even if your office is on the ground floor, you may be able to add a skylight. Products such as tubular skylights allow you to bring natural light to virtually anywhere in your home.

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Sound it outNoise can be a huge distraction, whether you’re on deadline for a major project or on a conference call with a new client. Simple soundproofing steps can help you reduce noise in your home office - without costing you a mint.

Start with a good quality, thick carpet, which will help dampen sound. Next, add thick drapes and fabric surfaces such as an upholstered chair - fabrics help reduce the movement of sound waves.

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Each year, the design community un-veils the newest trends that will be hit-ting the marketplace and homes across the country. You can take your home into 2013 with these great design ideas.

Patterns that pack a punch“No one wants a house that lacks personality,” says HGTV designer and television personality Taniya Nayak. “The easiest way to infuse your style - while being on-trend - is with an im-pactful pattern.” According to Nayak, there are a few prints to be on the lookout for in 2013:

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n Moroccan: culturally-inspired, time-less and exotic motifs

“These powerful patterns can be easily achieved with a fresh coat of paint and a premium painter’s tape,” adds Nayak.When using bold patterns, it’s best to find the right pairing of both the color and the print to not overwhelm your space. If you’re looking to use bright colors, incorporate the patterns onto one accent wall or window treatments. If you’re using neutral hues, try using

a pattern on a larger scale, around the entire room or even a piece of furni-ture. “You don’t want the elements of a space to fight each other,” advises Nayak. “Considering the color, scale and intensity of any pattern in rela-tionship to the rest of your decor will leave you with a finished space that is perfect for 2013 and beyond.”

Mixing up materials“The key to updating your home with the latest trends is finding a balance,” says Nayak. “It’s all about making it personal and adding elements that fit your lifestyle and design personality, without breaking the bank.” One great way to make a big impact on a small budget is to mix materials, creating a blend of polished and raw in a room with modern and industrial elements.

“The rustic look will be extremely popular in homes in 2013, as it’s elegant and comfortable,” adds Nayak. “It provides a feeling of richness and warmth, while still being comfortable to actually live in the space.” A great material for achieving the industrial and modern look is reclaimed wood. From frames, to furniture, this aged, repurposed wood can bring richness and a dose of style to any space.

Mixing materials can also mean utiliz-ing different finishes throughout a room. In the kitchen, using contrast-ing materials makes your space look personalized. Try a mix of wood and painted finishes for a more layered and collected feel. By resisting the urge to perfectly match every piece, you’ll have a space that looks current and works nicely together.

look for the unexpected“Just because a product is made for a specific purpose, doesn’t mean you can’t reimagine how it could be used,” says Nayak. “For example, hanging materials on the wall that are typically used as flooring can be breathtak-ing. Wood planks or concrete panels,

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Another great tip to accomplishing this trend is to look at construction materials in new ways. Mold-ing and paneling can add architectural detail well beyond crown molding and baseboards. Installing framing on a wall and paint-ing it with complementary paint colors can change the look and feel of any room. “Unique treatments instantly increase the texture, depth and visual appeal, without spending a lot of time or money,” says Nayak. “And the greatest feature is that these updates aren’t permanent, meaning you can continue to change your space as your style - and home design trends - evolve.”

Finishing touches“The key to incorporating any trend is to make sure it accurately represents your style,” adds Nayak. “The finishing touches are the final way to infuse personality into your updated space.” Whether it’s utilizing accents like pillows, throws and frames in your favorite colors, or a rug that reminds you of a beloved piece of clothing, your home will truly come to life when it depicts who you are in its designs.




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Driven by a growing senior population, soldiers returning home injured from war and the ongoing obesity epidemic, mobility and home accessibility issues are becoming more commonplace in America. In response, companies today are creating innovative home solutions that focus on both improved form and function, and serve to create welcome alternatives to traditional solutions for homeowners with mobility and home access challenges.

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Function hidden in plain sightOnce only found in public buildings such as offices and schools, lever-style door handles have become a standard option for residential homes. But it’s not just the look of these handles that makes them a desirable alternative to standard knobs - it’s the function. Lever-style handles are easier to grip than standard doorknobs making them a preferred alternative for anyone that’s ever tried to grip a standard knob from a seated position in a wheelchair, while juggling an armful of groceries, or while suffering from arthritis.

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Standard tubs and vanities, which tend to create barriers to use for those with mobility issues, have gotten their share of attention too. Wall-mounted sinks, which can be accessed from a seated position, have benefitted from style updates and easier installation than past models. Retrofit-ting tubs to create easier-to-access shower enclosures has also become simpler with new innovations in factory-installed shower seats, grab bars and shower valves.

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Few things are better than having a functional and beautiful outdoor space to entertain guests. Having a great outdoor space enables a person to host parties or intimate gatherings all year long. Establishing an entertaining space and maintaining that space are es-sential when planning another year of fun in the sun.

There are many things homeowners can do to ensure their entertaining space is safe and functional. As the season approaches, include some landscaping and decorating components to your preparatory plans to make the space as comfortable and aesthetically ap-pealing as possible.

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n Hire a reputable contractor. If you are just laying the groundwork for a new patio or deck, it is im-portant to get the necessary permits and then hire a person who has been properly vetted. Check qualifi-cations and licensing before hiring a contractor and ask to view a portfolio of his or her previous work. Word-of-mouth recommendations from trusted friends and family members are good, and you can also double-check qualifications by contacting the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints have been lodged or visiting review websites to see if any previous clients have reviewed their work.

n Think about closing in a portion of a deck or patio. The use of a canopy, netting or even greenery to protect an entertaining space can help minimize weather-related damage to outdoor furniture. Net-ting will keep a good number of biting insects at bay

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n Plan well-defined areas. Just as rooms serve differ-ent purposes inside of the home, outdoor areas can be separated according to usage. Establish a sitting nook where guests can gather and talk. Have a bar or serving area where refreshments are made and served. Make sure there is a shaded area for when the sun is too uncomfortable to make sitting outside enjoyable. Similarly, have a sunny area where people can soak up a few rays or dry off after a dip in the spa or pool. Don’t forget to establish a spot for the kids to converge with scaled-down amenities.

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