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RINKER ON COLLECTIBLES -- Column #1646 — Copyright © Harry L. Rinker, LLC 2018

The Digital Sales Approach Is Not Always “The” Right Answer Although a member of AARP (American Association of Retired People), I disagree with many of its advocacy positions. “The Magazine AARP” is the primary reason I continue my membership. Each issue provides me with helpful and thoughtful information. That is until the 2018 June/July issue.

Bruce Horovitz’s “MoneySaver: Your Yard Sale…

Madison Avenue Style!” contained a piece of advice that caused my blood to boil. The article had four sections: (1) Get Catchy and Classy; (2) Target Your Customers: (3) Get Paid By Phone; and, (4) Use Letgo Instead. Each section appears to have been a summary of an interview Horovitz conducted.

When I taught “Advanced Composition” at Davenport University, I stressed to my students the need to question all sources. Does the author have the expertise to write about the subject? Are the author’s sources creditable and knowledgeable? Just because something appears on public and social media or in print does not guarantee its accuracy or neutrality.

If I was writing an article about how to conduct a garage/yard sale, I would interview three basic groups – individuals who conducted garage/yard sales, authors of books about how to conduct garage/yard sales, and experts in the disposal of antiques, collectibles, and household goods. The so-called experts consulted by

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Horovitz included a CEO of Deutsch, North America, Los Angeles, a group creative director of Ogilvy & Mather, New York City, a head of communications strategy, McCann, New York, and a chief information officer, TBWA/Chief/Day Los Angeles. These individuals are big city focused. Garage/yard sales are a suburban, small town, and countryside experience. There are no garage/yard sales on Madison Avenue.

Forgetting my disagreement with some of the suggestions in the first three sections of Horovitz’s article, I want to focus on the fourth section “Use Letgo Instead.”

It reads: “A garage sale is an antiquated way to get rid of stuff. [This sentence alone was enough to p--- me off.] Unless you enjoy sitting outside with a shoebox all day, take your 10 most valuable items and post them on the free Letgo app, where potential buyers can easily find them. Have a special blender? Include the model number in your post. Then you won’t have to haggle face to face.” If the person who offered this pile of useless advice is not on the take from the Letgo app, he should be.

A garage/yard sale is and remains a viable method of disposing of recyclable household goods ranging from children’s clothes to household accessories. Linda and I live in the Villas at Bailey’s Grove, a subdivision within the larger Bailey’s Grove development in Kentwood, Michigan. The Bailey’s Grove Property Owners Association holds two community garage sales a year. Many of the nearby developments do as well.

My first reaction to the Horovitz article was to launch a strong defense of garage/yard sales as a means of disposing of unwanted material. Garage/yard sales

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Instead, I have chosen to focus my ire on the concept that the only way to survive in the 21st century is to sell one’s soul to the digital age. The digital age is now.

Antiques, collectibles, and household goods sales occur regularly on Craigslist, eBay, Facebook, Instagram, and many other internet sites. Although these are viable selling sources, they are not the only selling sources. Direct, face to face sales of antiques, collectibles, and household goods are alive and flourishing.

Consider for a moment that every AARP member who wished to dispose of his/her unwanted goods decided to follow the advice to list their top 10 items on the Letgo app. The first question is: what happens

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ANTIQUES to the dozens or hundreds of other items the person hopes to liquidate? Do they simply discard them? The second point is that listing an item on the Letgo app does not guarantee its sale. If the asking price is too high, it will not sell.

I never heard about the Letgo app until I read this article. “Target Your Customers,” the second section in the Horovitz article, advises: “write multiple ads because you have multiple kinds of buyers.” The information in the fourth section contradicts this. It takes a “put all your marbles in one basket” approach. In terms of selling antiques, collectibles, and household goods, limiting that basket to one app is an invitation to disaster.

Suggesting using the Letgo app assumes three false criteria: (1) everyone is app literate, (2) everyone has a smart phone or computer, and (3) everyone is checking the Letgo app every hour or at least once a day. I am not app literate, perhaps “addicted” would be a better word. Although I am not app free, I try my best to live an app minimal life. If I asked 100 of my friends if they have a Letgo app on their computer or smart phone, I doubt if I would find one who does. Many of my older friends still have flip phones. Dinosaurs though they may be, I applaud them for their Luddite resistance.

Will everyone who believes everyone owns a computer, put up their hand?

Until recently, I would have raised my hand. My computer and smart phone have become such an integral part of my life that I mistakenly assumed the same was true for everyone else. It is not. Two recent experiences helped restore a sense of balance.

During a visit to the Great Smokey Mountains, Asheville, and a side trip to Seagrove, North Carolina, I encountered large areas where I had no cell phone reception. I experienced an extreme case of “I am out of touchness.” I broke out in a sweat and increased my travel speed

to expedite my return to the real world as soon as possible. Without realizing it, I have become an instant gratification victim, in this instance an uncontrollable desire to phone a person whenever I want and wherever I am and talk with them or leave a message. I lost my desire for solitude. This is not who I am. It needs to change.

For the past few years, I encouraged listeners to WHATCHA GOT? my syndicated antiques or collectibles call-in radio show to call or send me emails so I can talk about their objects on air. I forgot that since many of my listeners are senior citizens, there is a strong possibility that they do not own a computer or smart phone. When asking a listener to send me an image of an object so that I could research it, her response was “I have to ask a friend [relative] to take the picture.

I do not have a smart phone or access to the internet.”

I did not give out a mailing address because I mistakenly assumed that a person who wanted my address would visit my website www.harryrinker.com and obtain it from there. Dumb me. How could someone do that if they did not have computer access? I started providing my mailing address on WHATCHA GOT? a few weeks ago. Much to my surprise, I now receive one to two letters a week.

I live in the digital age. I utilize digital age technology in my work and daily communication. My computer is as much an integral part of travel gear as is my sleep apnea kit. The days of wishing it was not so have passed.

At the moment, there is not a garage/yard sale software program that allows a seller to list the full garage/yard sale contents on the internet. If anyone is working on one, cease and desist. Garage/yard sales are an adventure. They preserve the love of the hunt and allow for personal interaction. Although garage/ yard sales should be conducted on a business basis, they are not a professional

business. They are often a once and done or every few years event.

Finally, a piece of advice for sellers who have a few items whose potential value is beyond that which can be achieved at a garage/yard sale, put them on Craigslist if you wish to sell via the internet. Before you ask, I am not on the take from Craigslist. This advice is based on dozens of conversations with people who have used Craigslist and shared their positive results and minimal cost.

Harry L. Rinker welcomes questions from readers about collectibles, those mass-produced items from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Selected letters will be answered in this column.

Harry cannot provide personal answers.

Photos and other material submitted cannot be returned. Send your questions to: Rinker on Collectibles, 5955 Mill Point Court SE, Kentwood, MI 49512. You also can e-mail your ques-

tions to harrylrinker@aol.com. Only e-mails containing a full name and mailing address will be considered.

You can listen and participate in WHATCHA GOT?, Harry’s antiques and collectibles radio call-in show, on Sunday mornings between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM Eastern Time. If you cannot find it on a station in your area, WHATCHA GOT? streams live on the Internet at www.gcnlive.com.

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How to build your home bar Many people enjoy opening their homes to friends or family. In fact, according to the National Eating Trends survey and custom research by the NPD group, in 2016 the average person ate 38 meals at other people’s homes.

Knowing how to cook, set the mood and entertain is increasingly important for many homeowners. Installing and outfitting a home bar can provide guests with the features of a night out, only without the crowds or bar tabs that come at the end of the night. A home bar is a place where hosts and their guests can gather and enjoy great conversation. Such a spot also can serve as a neighborhood hangout — a smart choice for those who want to indulge safely and not have to drive home afterward.

Creating a home bar need not be a difficult project. By investing in basic

equipment, stocking up on preferred liquors and gaining some mixology expertise, hosts can impress and entertain their guests.

Establish a bar setup Home bars can range from rolling carts to built-in wet bars to a single tray of items. Space in a home will dictate the kind of bar homeowners can have. Rolling bar carts are popular and versatile, and they can be kept stationary or rolled in and out of a room as needed. If a bar cart is open, organization is key, as you don’t want it to look unkempt.

A full-blown wet bar will require more construction, including plumbing and electricity if you need outlets for plugging in appliances. Wet bars are ideal in dens, renovated garages and finished basements.

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Stock up on equipment A new home bar requires barware and glassware. Various drinks are best served in requisite glassware and prepared with the right equipment. A home bar will benefit from a muddler, jigger, cocktail shaker, strainer, ice cube trays, and bar spoon. Glassware can include short glasses, tall glasses and wine glasses with stems. Martini glasses provide a chic look and are practical for those who prefer cosmopolitans and martinis.

Fill it with spirits No bar is complete without alcohol and mixers. Homeowners can buy the types of spirits they love and complete

their bars with the basics for mixing.

When stocking a bar, keep in mind that everything does not have to be top-shelf.

Vodka, gin, tequila, rum, and whiskey are some of the more popular spirits.

Simple syrup, fresh fruit, club soda, cola, and bitters are examples of versatile mixers.

Entertaining guru Martha Stewart says to have enough supplies on hand for guests. Expect each person to have three drinks (requiring three glasses), use a pound of ice, and three cocktail napkins per two-hour party. Don’t forget to also have nonalcoholic items on hand for those who don’t imbibe.

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4 tips to mitigate home improvement costs (BPT) – Construction material costs in 2018 are up about 10 percent compared to last year, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, and some raw materials, like crude petroleum, are up nearly 50 percent. Labor is also getting more expensive as construction workers are in high demand due to the skilled labor shortage.

So, as a homeowner getting ready to start a project, what can you do to mitigate these rising costs?

1. Don’t delay

Building materials are projected to get even more expensive and the project backlog for some contractors across the country is up to three or four months. Waiting to start the process of a home repair or improvement, especially a needed one like a new roof, could push off the repair for months due to the contractor’s schedule, and only cause the project to get more expensive as building material costs continue to rise.

2. Look for low-cost quality products

Home improvement isn’t the place to cut corners by buying the cheapest supplies, but in many product segments there is a low-cost leader - a product or brand comparable in quality to more expensive brands, but offered at a lower cost to provide the best value per dollar.

3. Choose a reputable contractor

Don’t cut corners when hiring a contractor. Even if it may be more

expensive upfront, or result in a longer waiting period for work to start, hiring an experienced local contractor with a good reputation can save thousands of dollars in the long run.

“A good contractor should be able to show homeowners their license to practice and a certificate of insurance,” said Rick Taylor, Field Sales Training Manager for TAMKO Building Products, a leading manufacturer of asphalt roofing shingles.

A bonus, Taylor said, are certifications from the manufacturers of products the contractor installs, whether it be roofing, flooring or cabinets.

“Every company has a best way to install their products, and being educated on that preferred installation can go a long way in the product performing the way it was intended to,” Taylor said.

A reputable local contractor is more likely to do the job right the first time and be more willing to address any potential problems with the project in the future.

4. Plan, plan, plan

With any home improvement project, there are many decisions to be made, both large and small. Making as many of those decisions early in the process can reduce project delays or rework. Some of the decisions that can be made before the contractor ever starts include establishing the scope of the project, identifying potential issues, having utilities mark lines and deciding what brands to use and product colors to install.

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Defining hardscape and how to use it bridge or trellis. A formal English garden, however, may include manicured paths with stepping stones and ornate topiaries.

Mixing too many styles together can take away from the overall appeal.

The pros suggest looking at the overall plan of the design, even if all of the work can’t be completed at once.

This way the eventual finished project wil be cohesive.

Think about the purpose.

Hardscaping can look good but also serve key purposes. Pebbles or gravel can mitigate trouble areas that don’t grow grass or plant life well. Retaining walls hold back soil in yards with sharply inclined hills. Mulch can set perimeters around trees and shrubs, as well as planting beds. Fencing, another form of hardscaping, is essential for establishing property boundaries and adding privacy.

Curb appeal is beneficial in various ways. Curb appeal can make a home more attractive to prospective buyers and give existing homeowners a place they want to come home to. In its study of the worth of outdoor remodeling projects, the National Association of Realtors found standard lawn care and overall landscape upgrades were most appealing to buyers, as well as the most likely to add value to a home.

Although plants, grass and other items can improve curb appeal, homeowners should not overlook hardscaping.

Hardscaping is an industry term that refers to the non-living features of a landscape. These features can include everything from decks to walkways to ornamental boulders. Introducing paths or paver walls to a property helps develop that home’s hardscape. Hardscape and soft elements often work in concert to create inspiring landscape designs.

DIY landscape designers can heed certain tips to make the most of hardscape features on their properties.

Choose materials.

As with many landscaping projects,

homeowners must first determine what types of additions they would like on their properties. Common hardscape features include patios, decks, walkways of pavers or bricks, and retaining walls.

Hardscape elements can be functional or simply decorative features that add whimsy to the yard.

Choose a theme.

The right style allows hardscaping and softscaping materials to work together. For example, homeowners may want to give their yards an eastern feel, complete with a koi pond and decorative

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While many hardscaping additions can be handled by novices, large-scale projects, such as patios and decking, can change the grading of the yard.

Professionals can map out how to handle drainage issues and meet building codes.

In addition, professional installation can ensure hardscaping features last for years to come.

Hardscaping should blend with the nature around it and take its cues from the surrounding environment. This can help softscaping and hardscaping work as one.

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Items to consider when outfitting a home gym Home gyms can make working out more efficient, saving time driving to a fitness facility and enabling people to stick to a workout regimen during inclement weather. Having a gym at home also may motivate people to work out more frequently and more effectively, as they can exercise at any time of day they choose and won’t need to share equipment with fellow fitness enthusiasts.

While workouts will vary from individual to individual, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend adults should combine both aerobic and strength training to achieve optimal health. The CDC recommends adults do at least 150 minutes a week of moderateintensity aerobic activity, or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity. In addition, the CDC advises adults to include moderate- or high-intensity muscle-strengthening activities, involving all major muscle

groups, in their workout regimens two or more days per week. When constructing their home gyms, homeowners should keep CDC recommendations in mind so they can enjoy as complete a workout as possible.

The following are some items homeowners can consider when outfitting their home gyms.

• Barbells: Barbells aren’t just for biceps. Barbells can be used to work all the major muscle groups, including arms, chest, shoulders, legs, and back. Purchase a set of barbells of various weights so workouts can be varied depending on the muscle group being targeted.

• Bench, bar and plates: A bench, bar and plates also can be invaluable to people who want a fitness facility-quality workout at home.

Purchase plates of various weights

but remember to be cautious with the amount of weight you lift when no partner or spotter is present. When shopping for a bench, look for one that can incline and decline, which increases the range of exercises you can perform at home.

• Land line: If the gym will be in a basement or another area of the home where access to a mobile network is unreliable, the presence of a land line in the room can help in the case of emergencies. Those who work out at home will be doing so without gym staff or other fitness enthusiasts nearby, so the land line can be invaluable should someone suffer an injury when exercising alone. If possible, place the land line in the middle of the room so it’s not too far away from any particular area.

• Flooring: Homeowners have various flooring options when outfitting their home gyms. Carpet tiles, rubber flooring, foam flooring, and vinyl tiles are popular options. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and the right choice may depend on how the gym will be used. For example,

foam flooring may be compressed under heavy equipment, which may be problematic for homeowners who want to include lots of equipment in their home gyms. Before considering which flooring material to lay down, write down your likely workout routine before taking that write-up with you to a flooring contractor who can recommend the best material for you.

• Cardiovascular equipment: Homeowners don’t have to reinvent the wheel when purchasing cardiovascular equipment for their home gyms.

If a treadmill worked for you at the gym, purchase one for your home gym as well. Cardio equipment can be expensive, but savvy homeowners may be able to find fully functional secondhand equipment online. If you currently have a gym membership, speak with the owner about purchasing a used item directly from the facility.

Outfitting a home gym requires homeowners to give careful consideration to their workout preferences so they can tailor their gyms to their specific needs.

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NY SCHOOL DISTRICTS Cattaraugus County Allegany-Limestone Central School District 3131 Five Mile Road • Allegany, NY 14706 716-375-6600 Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School District 25 N Franklin Street • Cattaraugus, NY 14719 716-257-3483

Olean City School District 410 West Sullivan Street • Olean, NY 14760 716-375-8018 Portville Central School District 500 Elm Street • Portville, NY 14770 716-933-7141 Randolph Central School District 18 Main Street • Randolph, NY 14772 716-358-6161

Ellicottville Central School District 5873 Route 219 • Ellicottville, NY 14731 716-699-2368

Salamanca City School District 50 Iroquois Drive • Salamanca, NY 14779 716-945-2403

Franklinville Central School District 31 North Main Street • Franklinville, NY 14737 716-676-8029

Southern Tier Catholic School and Archbishop Walsh Academy 208 North 24th Street • Olean NY 14760 716.372.8122

Gowanda Central School District 10674 Prospect Street • Gowanda, NY 14070 716-532-3325 Hinsdale Central School District 3701 Main Street • Hinsdale, NY 14743 716-557-2227

West Valley Central School District 5359 School Street • West Valley, NY 14171 716-942-3293 Yorkshire-Pioneer Central School District 12125 County Line Road • Yorkshire, NY 14173 716-492-9304

Allegany County Alfred-Almond Central School District 6795 Route 21 • Almond, NY 14804 607-276-2981 Andover Central School District 31-35 Elm Street • Andover, NY 14806 607-478-8491 Belfast Central School District 1 King Street • Belfast, NY 14711 585-365-9940

Fillmore Central School District 104 Main Street • Fillmore, NY 14735 585-567-2251 Friendship Central School District 46 West Main Street • Friendship, NY 14739 716-973-3534 Genesee Valley Central School District 1 Jaguar Drive • Belmont, NY 14813 585-268-7900

Bolivar-Richburg Central School District 100 School Street • Bolivar, NY 14715 585-928-2561

Scio Central School District 3968 Washington Street • Scio, NY 14880 585-593-5510

Canaseraga Central School District 4-8 Main Street • Canaseraga, NY 14822 607-545-6421

Wellsville Central School District 126 West State Street • Wellsville, NY 14895 585-596-2170

Cuba-Rushford Central School District 5476 Route 305 • Cuba, NY 14727 585-968-1556

Whitesville Central School District 692 Main Street • Whitesville, NY 14897 607-356-3301

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814-362-3841 Otto-Eldred School District 143 R.L. Sweitzer Drive • Duke Center, Pa. 16729 814-817-1380 Smethport Area School District 414 S. Mechanic Street • Smethport, Pa. 16749 814-887-5543 Kane Area School District 400 W. Hemlock Avenue • Kane, Pa. 16735

Coudersport Area School District 698 Dwight Street • Coudersport, Pa. 16915 814-274-9480 Northern Potter School District 745 Northern Potter Road • Ulysses, Pa. 16948 814-848-7506 Oswayo Valley Area School District 277 Oswayo Street • Shinglehouse, Pa. 16748 814-597-7175

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All Your Home Needs!

5 yard updates you can complete in a fall weekend (BPT) – If you love spending time in your yard, the end of summer can mark a period of sadness thinking about the colder temperatures and shorter days you must endure before getting back outside.

One sure cure for the blues is looking forward to something fun. Get a head start on spring and use the time now to complete a project that will enhance your yard. Whether you’ve been wanting a patio, a zen garden or just some new flower beds, fall weekends are an ideal time to make it happen. By spring, they’ll be ready and waiting for your finishing touches!

With the help of rental equipment, you can get these jobs done in a fraction of the time and with much less of an investment than purchasing expensive tools yourself. Here are five weekend projects you can complete this fall and dream about all winter.

• Zen garden: Building a free-standing, minimalist zen garden is a simple but powerfully effective way to add beauty and texture to a lawn or patio. To get a head start in the fall, plan where you’d like to set that rectangle of tranquility in your yard. Once that’s measured and marked off, you can rent a sod cutter to almost effortlessly remove the grass. Before the ground freezes, give that rectangle a stone border, and cover with a tarp. When spring comes, the foundation of your zen space will be ready and waiting for you to add plants, shrubs, gravel, lanterns and maybe a statue or two.

• Pond: This fall, choose a sunny spot in your yard to build your pond, and then rent a tool, like a mini-excavator, to move the dirt and even carve out the terraces. When that job is done, you’ll have plenty of time to get the bulk of the project ready for spring, such as adding your sand layer, the waterproof liner and installing the pump. Finally, arrange the rocks to create a beautiful and natural-looking perimeter that’s waiting for spring and the addition of water and plants.

• Patio and pergola: When you compare a paverbrick patio with a traditional wood deck, the advantages of the patio are very evident. Patios are easy for do-it-yourselfers to complete in a weekend or two, they’re less expensive to build and they’re easier to maintain and repair. You can also add a pergola to create a beautiful space for outdoor dining and entertaining. With the help of a rented post hole digger, you can have the posts in place before the snow flies.

• Flower beds: Flower beds add beauty to your yard, but they can accomplish so much more. Wide beds along property lines can create a privacy buffer between you and the rest of the world and increase the curb appeal of your home. Preparing the bed in the fall means less dirt work in the spring, so you can spend that time getting plants in the ground.

The good news is, if you decide you want the bed to be bigger, you can just rent a walk-behind skid steer and get the job done quickly.

• Fire pit: Nothing’s better than sitting around the fire with friends and loved ones. Fire pits are the ideal fall project because you can start enjoying it almost right away. Whether you add to an existing patio or start new, renting a cement mixer and a paver saw for custom-fitted pieces can help you create a functional new feature in just a weekend or two.

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Factors to consider when choosing and applying mulch roots. Materials that are too coarse may be incapable of holding sufficient amounts of water to benefit the soil.

Homeowners may associate mulch with springtime lawn and garden care, but mulching in fall can benefit a lawn as well. According to the Morton Arboretum in Illinois, mulch protects roots against extreme temperatures, and not just those associated with summer heat waves.

Mulch is often connected with its ability to help soil retain moisture during especially warm times of the year, when mulch promotes strong roots that can help lawns and plants survive periods of extreme heat. But when applied in the fall, mulch also inhibits freezing and thawing in winter, reducing the likelihood that plants will be injured.

While applying mulch in fall can be beneficial to lawns, homeowners should first consider a few factors.

• Nutrients: Humus is an organic component of soil that forms when leaves and other plant materials decompose.

Organic mulches provide humus and decompose over time, adding nutrients into the soil. The Morton Arboretum recommends that homeowners use organic mulch that was composted or treated prior to application so any weeds, insects or microorganisms are killed.

• Application: Correct application of the mulch is essential.

Applying too much mulch can adversely affect lawns, plants and soil. In addition, excessive application can cause decay and make lawns and plants more vulnerable to disease. Homeowners uncertain about when and how to apply mulch in the fall can consult with a lawn care professional to devise a plan that ensures their lawns and gardens hold up against winter weather.

• Timing: The Morton Arboretum notes that mulch being applied as winter protection should not be applied too early in the fall, as doing so may delay the soil freezing process.

Homeowners should wait until after a hard frost in the fall to apply winter mulch. In many places, hard frost will not appear until late fall.

Mulch may be widely associated with spring lawn care, but applying mulch in the fall can benefit lawns and gardens as well.

• Texture: The Morton Arboretum recommends mediumtextured mulch. Fine particles may pack down and retain moisture that will evaporate before it reaches the plant

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Will my deck have room for a hot tub? And other questions answered (BPT) - As the major outdoor living trend sweeps the nation, decks are getting bigger. But with television shows featuring 3,000-square-foot monster decks, the average homeowner is left to wonder, “Just how big of a deck do I need?”

Frank Pologruto, owner of Decks & More in Atlanta, says it all comes down to how homeowners intend to use their space. Each “zone” of the deck will require a general square footage.

“People want somewhere to cook, and then eat, and then have a conversation, and you start adding up these areas and you realize you can’t do all this in a 16-foot by 12-foot deck,” said Pologruto.

Dining - 320+ square feet Outdoor kitchens and dining areas are growing in popularity and require significant space. A grill with some counter space for cooking and a large table and chairs for dining will take up around 320

square feet of deck.

Seating - 250+ square feet Adding a seating area, whether a quiet morning coffee spot or an afterdinner conversation pit, will require more space. A conversation area for about six people will add 256 square feet to the deck. Adding a fire element to the seating area will require not only the space for the actual fireplace or fire pit, but also appropriate distance between the fire and any seating.

Pool or hot tub 150+ square feet Homeowners looking to include a water feature like an in-ground pool or hot tub can expect it to require additional deck space. A four-person hot tub could take up as many as 100 square feet of deck, but Pologruto cautions homeowners to build in plenty of room to walk around,

and enter and exit the hot tub, bringing the total to between 150 and 200 square feet.

Parties - 15 square feet per person Pologruto said homeowners should determine how many people they expect to host on their deck and estimate about 15 square feet of deck per person. To comfortably fit around 20 people, the deck will need at least 300 square feet of open space.

“Remember though, if you plan to have 50 people over, they won’t all be out on the deck at the same time, so plan for your deck to hold about 30 people,” he said.

Cost With the added square footage comes a bigger price tag - $25,000 to $250,000 depending on the size.

The deck material will also affect the final cost. Pologruto uses traditional wood boards and high-end Envision composite decking by TAMKO Building Products.

He says if homeowners are already preparing to spend the money to build a large deck, they should go the extra step and upgrade to a composite board.

“If you’re smart and have the money, do the composite - it just makes more sense,” he said.

Pologruto said most homeowners don’t need a 3,000-square-foot deck, and should be able to fit a small dining area, arbor, hot tub and separate seating area in about 750 square feet, although some of the decks he builds are more than twice that size.

Planning to include the right amount of space will leave you with the most comfortable outdoor living area to suit your needs.

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Design a more functional pantry Many homeowners wish they had more storage space, and kitchens are one area where people seemingly can always use more storage.

Despite a desire for more kitchen space, until recently, kitchen pantries fell out of favor. Builders and architects may have thought that close proximity to supermarkets as well as multi-use cabinets in kitchens would offset the need for pantries. But according to a recent survey from the National Association of Home Builders, a kitchen pantry is the most desirable kitchen feature for buyers in the market for a new home.

According to a 2016 survey from ReportLinker, 98 percent of Americans say cooking at home is their preferred way to prepare a meal. And despite the wide array of restaurants, prepared meals and fast food options nearby, more than one-third of people cook at home daily, with nearly 50 percent cooking between three and six days a week.

In order to accommodate for spending more time in the kitchen, homeowners are directing additional attention to kitchen preparation and storage features.

In fact, one recent trend in kitchen renovations is creating custom-designed pantries.

Locate the appropriate space Ideally, pantries should be in or adjacent to the kitchen. But not every home layout allows for this setup. Some homeowners need to move storage pantries into the garage, the basement or a mud/ laundry room.

Various factors should be considered before placing a pantry outside a kitchen.

What is the climate? Will food spoil? Is there a possibility that vermin or insects can infiltrate the room and access food?

These factors will dictate whether to have

closed cabinets, air-tight bins or open shelves or if other modifications must be made to the room prior to building.

Choose the type of pantry Accessibility is essential in a pantry.

Everything should be easily reached and grabbed as needed without having to move too many things. Ideally, foods should be arranged in a single layer so that all items can be viewed at a glance.

Shelves of various depths and heights can accommodate items of different sizes. Adjustable shelves are ideal because they can be modified as foods change.

Sliding drawers can improve reach in cabinets.

In smaller spaces, French door-style reach-in cabinets are convenient and flexible. In complete kitchen remodels or new constructions, walk-in pantries offer the most space and flexibility.

Must-have features Pantries serve different functions in different homes. For the bulk shopper, a pantry with plenty of room for large items will be needed.

Lighting can be beneficial in all pantries. Lights can improve visibility when trying to locate items. Others prefer an outlet for charging hand-held vacuums or other small appliances. Counter space in the pantry enables homeowners to unload groceries directly onto pantry shelves.

For pantries located outside of the kitchen, built-in freezers can maximize storage possibilities, especially for those who freeze-and-eat after bulk shopping ventures.

Pantries are popular features that homeowners can customize depending on their storage needs and the amount of time they spend in their kitchens.

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