Spring Home 2010

HOME magazine

spring '10

The home of Dr. Roger and Joyce Coffey, photographed by Brian Basham.

Take a look at

2 beautiful homes and great new ideas for spring

A supplement to the April 28, 2010 issue of the Detroit Lakes Tribune.

a Division of Stenerson Lumber

We Install • Vinyl & Steel Siding • Windows • Roofing • Decks LAST YEAR TO QUALIFY FOR

TAX CREDIT

ON QUALIFYING WINDOWS!

We specialize in...

SEAMLESS SIDING Call today for a FREE no-obligation estimate for all your exterior siding needs.

When you say:

555 Hwy. 59 North, Detroit Lakes

MN Lic# BC20037734

“It’s a little chilly outside today” • Toll Free 1-888-339-4480 218-846-1778 we know you really mean 30 below zero.

YOUR

“Home Town”

Vinylite Windows Vinylite are builtWindows locally, are built locally,to and are designed and are designed perform in our to perform. extreme climate.

LUMBER YARD

Low-E Glass with Argon and SuperSpacerTM technology allow Vinylite Windows to exceed Energy Star performance guidelines.

Vinylite Windows has a complete product line with thousands of possible style, color, and size combinations.

Backed by local factory service techs and the Good Housekeeping seal, you can have peace of mind with your purchase.

• High Quality Building Products • Computer Drafting Service • Free Estimates • Free Delivery • Contractor Referrals • Brand New Showroom

STENERSON LUMBER Available At:

555 Hwy 59 North - Detroit Lakes SPRING HOME MAGAZINE '10

218-847-2188

555 North Highway 59 Detroit Lakes 218-847-2188

Index

2 10 15

Dr. roger and Joyce Coffey relax and entertain in their 6,000-square-foot Lake ida home.

Chris and Johnna Thorson took to the exterior of their Detroit Lakes home since the inside was new when they moved into it.

22 25

There is a wide variety of flowers, trees and shrubs that can be planted in gardens to attract birds and butterflies.

The new trend in colors this year is something cool with a flare.

Published by DL Newspapers Decks can be a lot of maintenance, so maybe a patio is the answer to this summer’s backyard entertainment location.

28

decor and design Kara Schumann, Owner 902 Washington Ave Detroit Lakes

847-5740 • 234-1147

kara@ladedahomedecor.com

www.ladedahomedecor.com

ABOVE: One of three fireplaces in the Coffey home on Lake ida.

Don’t forget to vacuum under the bed, shake out the welcome mat and find other spring cleaning tips.

511 Washington Avenue • Detroit Lakes Phone: 218-847-3151 • Fax: 218-847-9409 www.dl-online.com recordtribune@dlnewspapers.com Publisher: Dennis Winskowski dennisw@dlnewspapers.com Advertising Manager: Mary Brenk mbrenk@dlnewspapers.com Spring Home Editor: Nathan Bowe nbowe@dlnewspapers.com Circulation Manager: Viola Anderson violaa@dlnewspapers.com

More Power

To Ya!

Same Location, Same Fine

Service for 3 Generations

Commercial & Residential Wiring Licensed Electrical Contracting Free Planning Service

(218) 847-5255

Don & Joe SchattSchneiDer 521 South Shore Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN www.schattselectric.com

Spring HOME MAgAZinE 10’

1

Built for

Comfort Lake Ida 6,000-square-foot cabin comes with plenty of open air and a view.

Story: Vicki Gerdes Photos: Brian Basham

“I love it.”

W

ith a little over 6,000 square feet of space, the Lake Ida home of Dr. Roger and Joyce Coffey was built for comfort.

The log cabin-style home has an open air feel, with vaulted ceilings and an abundance of windows overlooking the lake and surrounding waterways.

The rustic feel of the décor is carried throughout the cabin, which includes a partial basement and two lofts above the main floor.

The Coffeys have added on to their home twice since they first moved in; the second addition, which encompasses over 1,000 square feet, was added just this past year.

The new addition includes a spacious kitchen, with polished

2

Spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

TOP: Roger and Joyce Coffey in their kitchen.

ABOVE: A custom tile job by I’ll Tile & Stone is featured on the fireplace in the sitting area of the Coffey home.

Designing & Installing Miraculous Kitchens for any home!

• Countertops • Kitchens • Custom Entertainment Centers • Boot Benches • Islands • Fireplace Surrounds

Owners: Ed & JoAnne Lillis • Kitchen Designer: Gloria Bratlien 1034 Hwy. 59 South (One block north of L&M Fleet Supply) • Detroit Lakes, MN • 847-1022 Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. • Evenings & Weekends by Appointment

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

3

“I would recommend it for anybody,” said Roger Coffey of the microwave drawer. granite countertops from Agassiz Granite; slate tile and a gas-burning stone fireplace from I’ll Tile & Stone; as well as pine cabinetry and the latest in kitchen appliances from North Country Kitchens. It also has floor heating, Joyce Coffeey said.

The kitchen appliances provide the only really modern note in the rusticstyle home. A drawer-style microwave and cooktop stove provide maximum convenience for food preparation.

“I would recommend it for anybody,” said Roger Coffey of the microwave drawer.

“I love it,” Joyce agreed.

A center island includes a two-drawer dishwasher, compactor, wine refrigerator and sink; it’s surrounded by a bar-style kitchen counter that comfortably seats 10 people.

In fact, Joyce says, the only time they really use their dining room table is for large-scale gatherings such as holiday dinners for

LEFT: The Coffey kitchen is the newest addition to the home. It features granite countertops and a slate floor.

4

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

Flatin insulation Over 30 Years Experience

First Security Bank Where you bank DOES make a difference...

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

1-800-726-3734 phone 218.342.2469 cell 701.371.2891 35199 Adams Pt. Lane Frazee, MN 56544

Home Inspections Remodeling Additions

CONSTRUCTION, INC.

BC 20385960

FHInspection@hotmail.com

Baths

CARA FRANK

Real Estate

Vice President, Consumer/Commercial

President

Products & Services • Commercial • Auto & Boat • Refinance

EstablishEd 1955

Perry Nodsle

DEB HAUGEN

Kitchens

Over 50 Years in the Lakes Area E CONSTRUCTI L S ON D NO New Construction & Remodeling

ROD EINERSON

• Residential •Commercial • Cottages • Cabinets

847-7603

1473 Legion Road • Detroit Lakes • Res. 218-847-8347 • Lic. #1834

• New Home Construction • Mortgage

• Personal and Recreational Loans

First Security Bank 611 Summit Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, 218-847-3041

Each depositor insured to $100,000

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION

❖ the lakes area’s premier building system Visit Our On-Site Models-

Located just across from our Main Office.

Stop by and take a tour!

Summer Model Home Hours Now in Effect-

The Spruce Hollow

Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm Saturday & Sunday Noon-3:00pm

— VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR FULL DETAILS —

www.dynamichomes.com

The Afton

❖ Dealer locations ❖ Model home locations ❖ Floor plans & custom designs

❖ ❖ ❖ ❖

Photo gallery Quality products Energy efficiency Built “green” for today’s homeowner

218-847-2611 ❖ 1-800-492-4833 ❖ 525 Roosevelt Ave ❖ Detroit Lakes, MN spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

5

TOP: Not as they seem, the pillars throughout the kitchen are hollowed out to hide electrical wiring and an exhaust chimney.

6

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

family and friends.

The dining room is centrally located, and leads into a large living room with a gas fireplace, entertainment center and bar area. There is also an exercise room in the loft above the bar.

Another loft is located between the kitchen and dining room, and includes two bedrooms as well as a bathroom and a small living area for guests staying there.

It’s ideal for when their children visit, Joyce said, because it allows them to have some privacy.

A small basement is located below the living area, and includes two more bedrooms, Joyce said. The master bedroom adjoins the living area, and includes its own bathroom (there is also a bathroom in the new addition).

“The living room is where we spend most of our time,” Joyce said.

With its wood-burning fireplace and windows covering the south wall almost from floor to ceiling, allowing the winter sun to stream in full force, the room is kept at a comfortable temperature year round.

“It’s usually at about 80 degrees in the winter time,” Roger said, noting that the combination of sunlight and heat from the fireplace makes it unnecessary to

TIMBERLAKE BUILDERS, INC. Our Services Include Everything From Top to Bottom and A-Z! Licensed-Bonded-Insured • Lic#20446734 Martin Warnsholz - Owner/Laborer

We are the Right Choice for all of your Construction Needs!

Phone: 218.935.0870 Mobile: 218.850.7861 • Mahnomen, MN

CUSTOM CABINETRY

Ottertail

Quality Built Prefinished Cabinetry KITCHENS • BATHS • ENTERTAINMENT CUSTOM CLOSETS AND MUCH MORE! Custom items for residential and commercial projects FOR FREE ESTIMATES

Simply the mostefficient efficientway way Simply the most heat and coolyour yourhome. home. to to heat and cool matter whereyou youlive. live.

NoNo matter where If thought you thought pumps were only If you heatheat pumps were only forfor mild climates, think again.

These highly mild climates, think again. These highly efficient heating/cooling systems work efficient heating/cooling systems work in any climate. Any time of year. in any climate. Any time of year.

Special financing is available for Special financing is available for Otter Tail Power Company customers.

Otter Tail Power Company customers.

And you’ll save 70% or more on your And you’ll save 70% or more on your heating and cooling costs. heating and cooling costs.

CALL MIKE SANDERS 218-367-2224 “Where Custom Truly Means Custom” 94 Lake Avenue South • P.O. Box 35 • Ottertail, MN 56571-0035

“For Your Family’s Comfort”

218-847-7459 • Detroit Lakes, MN www.modernheatingandplumbing.com

GHP.803.09

GHP.803.09

L & M

Y L P P U S

“QUALITY AT A DISCOUNT” ◆ Clothing ◆ Toys ◆ Power Equipment ◆ Farming

◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Plumbing Electrical Sporting Goods Lawn & Garden Housewares

◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Automotive Paint Power Tools Hardware Pets

1100 Hwy. 59 South • Detroit Lakes 218-847-1171 www.landmsupply.com Email: info@landmsupply.com

STORE HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30 am-8:30pm Sat. 7:30am-5:30pm; Sun. 9am-5pm

®

IAL

FINANC

VICES

D

CAR

SER

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

7

provide additional heat. Also, three skylights in the ceiling mean that “we don’t use the lights a lot in here,” he said.

“I’ve never changed a bulb in here since it (the first addition) was built in 1996,” Roger added.

The home also includes a full deck on three sides and two large garages, though with only two vehicles to fill them, the space is used for other things, Joyce said.

TOP: The living room features a bar and staircase up to the exercise area with customized pine woodwork by Darwin Thalman.

RIGHT: Instead of baseboard, the bathroom has slate tile extending up the wall.

8

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Housecleaning Fire & Water Restoration Construction Cleaning

Residential/Commercial Cleaning Services ServicemaSter of Detroit Lakes

218-847-7755 Fax: 218-847-5863

P.O. Box 269 Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 www.servicemasterbystrong.com

MORRISON’S ELECTRIC DON MORRISON ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL WIRING LICENSED • INSURED • BONDED

421 KOLB STREET, OGEMA 56569 • 218-983-3177

Serving Minnesota and the Dakotas

YOU’LL LIKE WHAT GOES INTO A FOLTZ BUILDING

Q UA L I T Y WO R K M A N S H I P, D E S I G N , M AT E R I A L S & C O N S T RU C T I O N

ALL UNDER ONE ROOF

FOR A FREE ESTIMATE CALL

800-255-9981 218-847-3281 COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS

• • INSULATED SHOP GARAGES • MACHINERY STORAGE • HORSECATTLE BARNS

Sales and Custom Installation of Ceramic Tile, Porcelain Tile and Natural Stones

Tim Schons

(218) 847-4722 • (218) 849-5560

14833 East Fox Lake Rd. • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

COMPLETELY ERECTED WITH WARRANTY

www.foltzbuildings.com

SPRING HOME MAGAZINE 10’

9

The finishing

Touches A more modern exterior gives the only house on the block an even more unique look Story and photos: Riham Feshir

“We just compromised until we both could live with it.”

W

hen Chris and Johnna Thorson purchased their Detroit Lakes home in 2005, they didn’t have to do a lot of interior renovations.

The house that was built in 1964 received extensive damage in a 2004 fire, something that forced the previous owners to completely remodel the inside.

And when the Thorsons came in a year later, all they wanted to focus on was the exterior of the 3,200-square foot home and the detached 24-by-24foot garage.

10

SPRING HOME MAGAZINE 10’

TOP: The after shot of the Thorson home.

ABOVE: The before shot: the inside of the house was remodeled due to fire damage before the Thorsons moved in, it was the outside they concentrated on remodeling.

We Provide Peace of Mind!

We Provide Peace of Mind!

Residential Commercial New Construction Service & Installation Residential • Commercial • New Construction • Service & Installation 24 Hour - 7 Days a Week 24 Hour ServiceService - 7 Days A Week • Never an Overtime Charge! • Guaranteed Satisfaction Guaranteed Satisfaction

Master Series Complete Water • Treatment Systems

Plumbing - Heating - Air Conditioning Water Treatment - Duct Cleaning - Fireplaces

847-1309

Come visit our showroom at 1034 Hwy 59 South, Detroit Lakes

NORTHLAND

PAINTING & DRYWALL, LLC COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL • Drywall Hanging • Taping • Texturing • Painting-Inside or Out • Wood Finishing • Deck Refinishing • Refinishing Cedar Shakes & Siding • • Insured •

Cool it

Detroit Lakes, MN

218-849-0649 218-847-1372

Be cool with an electric central air conditioner. It distributes air throughout every room in your home and it reduces the humidity to make it feel cool. With Otter Tail Power Company’s financing, it’s easy to make your home the most comfortable place to be even on the hottest days. For information, call us today.

Neal Holland’s Neal Holland’s

of Lilac the TINKERBELLE Lilac Home of theHome TINKERBELLE Plant Materials Home of the TINKERBELLE Lilac Deep Pink Flower version of Deep Pink Flower version of Dwarf Korean Lilac Pink in the Area!

Deep Flower version of Dwarf Korean Lilac & PRINCE CHARMING of the&Fairy Tale Series of Lilac Dwarf Korean Lilac PRINCE CHARMING of the Annuals • Perennials PRINCE of the• Trees & Shrubs Fairy Tale&Series ofCHARMING Lilac Fairy Tale of Lilac WeSeries also carry Planters, Seeds, Bulbs and many gardening ideas.

An easy 10-15 minute drive north of Fargo, Moorhead & West Fargo Annuals • Perennials & Shrubs & Shrubs Annuals •• Trees Perennials View• Trees our Display Gardens!

We also carryWe Planters, Seeds, Bulbs also carry Planters, Seeds, Bulbs and manyideas. gardening ideas. and many gardening Gift Certificates Available Gift Certificates Available Widest Selection of

701-282-0050

INC.

30614 SunSet Road • detRoit LakeS

218-847-1946

Think Spring!

Brenda & Mike Eidenschink — owners —

AC.100.09

BUY FROM A LOCAL GROWER!

BUY FROM A LOCAL GROWER!

17010 29th St. SE, Harwood

17010 29th Harwood (NorthSt. end ofSE, west frontage road, Harwood exit off I-29)

easy 10-15road, minuteHarwood drive north of Fargo, westAnfrontage exit off Moorhead I-29) & West Fargo

end 9-5 of M-F:(North 9-8 • Sat: An Noon-5 easy 10-15 minute drive north of Fargo, Moorhead & West Fargo 701-282-0050 M-F: 9-8 • Sat: 9-5 Sun: Sun: Noon-5 701-282-0050

Your "Lakes Area" Building Specialist!

A Blue Scope Steel Company

Quality Commercial and Residential Construction Over 50 years experience serving the region.

Ask about Pelican River Heights... a new residential development offering fantastic views! It's a must-see if you're considering a single family or multi-family home.

Contact Bob or Casey Bristlin at 218-847-1122

www.bristlinconstruction.com spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

11

ABOVE: Chris Thorson’s engineering background came in handy when designing the sidewalk and other elements of the home.

RIGHT: Chris and Johnna Thorson.

12

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

They lived in the five-bedroom home for a few years before they began the renovations, and what pushed them to do it in 2008 were some city street improvement projects already under way during that time.

“It was quite a mess for a while when the street was ripped up,” Johnna said.

But Chris added that “it made the most sense to rearrange the driveway location” at the same time.

With his professional experience in construction, the Ulteig engineer was able to put his skills to the test on his own home by attaching the garage, expanding it and rearranging the walkway.

In addition to the practical changes and the convenience those changes now offer, the Thorsons added some contemporary touches they designed themselves to house.

“People driving by would just stop,” Johnna said, adding that she was surprised at the response she received from people and their reaction about the new look of the house.

Before, the driveway would go all the way down the lower level of the house reaching up to one of the two front doors. Now the expanded driveway is on the side going up to the now 900-square foot attached garage.

Among the changes the Thorsons made were adding stone work, an archway to the porch, the curved walkway up to the door, eliminating one of two front entrances and remodeling the backyard.

But like in most decisions couples make, there were some disagreements — the main one was the columns of the archway: Chris wanted it white, while Johnna wanted it the tan color that it is now.

“We just compromised until

How to cope with rising energy costs.

INSTALL GEOTHERMAL ECONAR GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS t /FX *OTUBMM t $PNNFSDJBM t 3FTJEFOUJBM t *O 'MPPS )FBU t )7"$ 1MVNCJOH

www.econar.com

HASS GEOSYSTEMS,INC.

Bringing Geo to the World ,IC 43 s DKHASS WCTA NET s )NSURED "ONDED

3%26).' &2!:%% 4(% ,!+%3 !2%! s

Residential Roofing

Why use ARXX ICFs? • An ARXX ICF wall system is energy efficient, structurally tough, comfortable, quiet and green and cen be constructed quickly and cost effectively. • Key attributes: — — — — — —

Can susbtantially save on heating and cooling costs.

High contributor to LEED credits.

Fire, hurricane, earthquake, tornado, blast, mold, mildew, termite and pest resistant.

Better indoor air quality, temperature control and higher sound expression.

Simpler, faster and lower cost build.

25% more strength than typical concrete wall systems.

• Houses built with ICF exterior walls typically require 44% less energy to heat and 32% less energy to cool than comparable frame houses.

Significant energy savings through reduced heating and cooling costs • A different and better way to build. The energy effectiveness of an ARXX wall is attributable to: — Continuous R-value; — Reduced air infiltration; and — Thermal mass moderation.

• Quite simply, no amount of blown-in, rigid or fiberglass batt insulation can address the thermal bridging caused by lower R-value conventional wood framing.

The ICF Effect • Over half the energy loss of a conventional wood frame home is due to unwanted air infiltration and heat loss through the wall assembly. — Air filtration is typically .5 ACH (air changes per hour) which means that every hour half of the air volume of the house is exchanged for outside air that needs to be heated or cooled. — Air infiltration of ICF wall assemblies are typically .01 ACH.

218.732.2001 701.237.6494

• Studies by the US Department of Energy confirm that concrete mass in exterior walls reduces anual energy cost in buildings. — The ICF concrete core offers the characteristic thermal mass qualities of heat absorption and thermal lag.

FREE ESTIMATES

EZ 2 Build, LLC 218-847-5222 • 1-866-336-0674

beautiful

www.dmroofing.us

David & Sherry DeLair Distributor & Certified Installer, Detroit Lakes

BEYOND

GRANITE

Stop our bin and see showeautiful room

“Titanium Granite�

• Granite • Hanstone • Soapstone • Silestone • Fabrication

• Professional Installation 1702 Pebble Lake Road • Fergus Falls, MN 56537 • 218-998-2587 • www.agassizgranite.com spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

13

we both could live with it,” Chris said.

He also wanted some sunshades on the windows, while Johnna disagreed with the idea. Once again, she won. But that doesn’t mean Chris wasn’t happy with the outcome.

“I thought it seemed out of place … didn’t seem to make much sense,” Johnna said.

“She was right,” Chris responded, with a smile.

The renovations included major landscaping that includes a garden area that the couple will finish up this year when the weather allows.

All in all, it took about a year to finish up the house, with the winter months in between, and with Johnna working from home, it was difficult at times.

“It was a challenge to try to run a daycare in the midst of all the construction,” she said.

There were also times they regretted even starting, the couple agreed.

But in the end, it was all worth it. The couple bought the house that’s located in the heart of Detroit Lakes on Langford Street five years ago and they plan to stay for years to come.

14

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

TOP: An arch now sets off the porch area, giving it a welcoming feel.

ABOVE: The backyard design includes stone work.

Water SAVE ENERGY! For Life SAVE MONEY!

10 YEAR WARRANTY!

Added to our WHOLE HOUSE

Treatment Line

This is a clean water machine that also filters out IRON, ODORS and virtually all other metals! Affordable.

FOR DETAILS CALL TODAY! BRAD & MARGARET KRUEGER (218) 439-3327 (218) 439-3379 (FAX)

WATER WELL DRILLING & REPAIR HWY. 10 EAST AUDUBON, MN 56511

• LAKES TV & APPLIANCE • 31193 State Hwy 34, Detroit Lakes • 218-847-9841

SALES, SERVICE and QUALITY PARTS all in one location

Receive rebates from your

Municipal Electric Utility for:

Controlled Water Heating

ENERGY STAR RATED APPLIANCES: Central A/C≤ 5 Ton, Split System, 14.5 SEER High Efficiency Furnace with ECM Ground Source Heat Pumps Room Air Conditioner Clothes Washer Dehumidifier Refrigerator Dishwasher

City of

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Detroit Lakes MINNESOTA

Products

TVs

Information can be obtained by calling: 218-847-7609; emailing: rennerb@lakesnet.net; or stopping at 1025 Roosevelt Avenue, P.O. Box 647, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502-0647

Residential Service UPGRADES & IMPROVEMENTS

• Electrical Upgrades • Home Lighting Design • Electrical Safety

SPECIALTY LIGHTING

• Recess Lighting • Bath Lighting • Energy-Saving Lighting

SAFETY & SECURITY

• Surge Protection • Home Standby Generators • Smoke/CO2 Detectors

YOUR COMPLETE ELECTRICAL TEAM • 218-847-5244 LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

15

Hosting the wildlife

Natural planting A cedar waxwing eats the berries off a Mountain Ash tree. There are many trees, shrubs and flowers that attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife.

Story: Pippi Mayfield Photos: Brian Basham

B

16

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

eautiful gardens can attract beautiful wildlife.

Many gardeners may plant flowers to look nice, but what they don’t realize is that those plants are also feeding birds, butterflies and other insects with the nourishment they need.

“I love the idea of educating the public on how important it is to furnish and food, water and environment that they need to provide, as we are loosing

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL

Designing to interpret your dreams.

Building to make them last.

Licensed in Minnesota & North Dakota 15107 Buckhorn Rd. Lake Park, MN 56554

Tim Nerdahl (701) 219-0611

One contractor start to finish...

Since 1969, Cabinetry & Design by JCS has been the lakes area’s premier custom cabinet designer, manufacturer and installer.

• Commercial • Residential • Industrial • Painting • Drywall • Steel Stud Framing

We are proud to offer quality driven, beautiful & distinctive selections of cabinets and accessories that will not only meet any design expectations, but also raise the value of your new home or renovation project.

INSULATION:

• Blow in • Fiberglass Batts • Spray Foam

218-847-3329

cUsToM KiTcHen & BaTH caBineTry BooKcases, desKs & sPecialTy caBineTry door & drawer FronTs caBineTry Hardware graniTe & QUarTZ coUnTerToPs laMinaTe & solid sUrFace coUnTerToPs call to schedule a free consultation today!

da r c y & j e n s av i g , ow n e r s lic. #20629984

350 eagle street Box 307 | audubon, Mn 56511 p 218.439.6699 | f 218.439.6484 | cabinetrybyjcs.com

Spring Cleaning out with the

OLD,

in with the

NEW!

D&D APPLIANCE

1050 Hwy 59 S. • Detroit Lakes 218-847-9775 SPRING HOME MAGAZINE 10’

17

ABOVE: Bees are attracted to nectar-producing trees and flowers.

18

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

what nature used to provide,” Marion Jacobson said.

Jacobson is a part of the Lake Park Garden Club. There is also a Lakes Area Garden Club that meets in Detroit Lakes.

“It is really important that people plant the native growing plants, and there are many beautiful ones for any site, sun or shade,” Jacobson said. “Gardeners these later years have enjoyed planting ‘new’ plants from all over the world, never realizing that the chances are very good that the insects and birds from our area will not use them for their food supply.”

She said a useful Internet site for gardening is motherearthnews.com. It contains information on everything from the benefits to weeds to the performance of

flowers, organic gardening to beneficial insects.

According to additional Internet searches: n Dried daisy seed heads attract finches, sparrows, cardinals, and towhees. n Birds love zinnias for their seeds.

They will also entice many species of butterflies. n Hummingbirds are especially drawn to the color red. They check out every speck of red in the landscape. Plant red flowers then provide other flowers that produce nectar. Some of the best flowers for hummingbirds are old-fashioned fuchsias, coral bells, bee balm, hybiscus and petunias n Birds love sunflowers.

G & R HILL CONSTRUCTION INC.

FOUR GENERATIONS OF QUALITY CONSTRUCTION

Serving the Lakes Area Since 1946 Randy G. Hill 218-841-3490

Gene A. Hill 218-849-7391

FAX: (218) 847-5947

LIC. #20062224

BUILDING TOWARD QUALITY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

Guaranteed Lowest Prices!

Stainless Steel Outdoor Woodburning Furnaces Lifetime Warranty!

SAVE UP TO $1,750 Large Selection of Gas & Woodburning High Quality Fireplaces & Stoves

(In-Stock Special)

Ask About The Best Floor Heat Water Tubing Volume Discounts & FREE Estimates!

1-800-446-4043 www.mikesheating.com

• Annuals & Perennials • Vegetables, Trees & Shrubs • Hanging Baskets, Pots & Bowls • Landscape & Perennial Design & Installation • Paver Patios, Retaining Walls, Rip Rap • Full Lawn Maintenance — Residential & Commercial

Belynda Nickolauson

Owner Operator ~ Experienced & Certified 1 mile North of Detroit Lakes on Richwood Road 19165 County Hwy. 21

218-847-7520

Driveway or parking lot needing a little attention?

We can fix it!

Call now to plan your project!

• Asphalt Driveways • Seal Coat Driveways • Asphalt Parking Lots • Crack Filling • Residential/Commercial • Free Estimates

Manning’s Lakes Paving Detroit Lakes

218-847-7164 spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

19

n Ultimately, incorporate flowers that are native to the area. A combination of goldenrods and asters is just one example. n Other examples of plants birds are attracted to include purple coneflowers, snapdragons, cosmos, cornflower, coreopsis, blazing star, sideoats grama, switch grass, hackberry, dogwood and hawthorn. n Other examples of plants hummingbirds enjoy are columbine, jewelweed, native phlox, native honeysuckle, hollyhock, begonia, dahlia, impatients, hibiscus, glads, foxglove, fuchsia and gaillardia. n Some tips for attracting butterflies includes planting nectar-producing plants like milkweed, azalea, goldenrod, black-eyed susan, zinnia, aster, phlox, Japanese honeysuckle and ironweed. Lilacs are good shrubs to plant for butterflies as well. Butterflies are also attracted to color — groups of colors are better than one single flower — and sunlight — make sure the flowers are in the direct sunlight.

20

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

There are many colors and plants to consider when planting for insects and birds.

MALONEY’S PLUMBING INC. 218-847-4942 Plumbing Fixtures & Supplies commercial • residential • remodeling service & repair lake homes • hot water heating plumbing ďŹ xtures & supplies

Bonded & Insured • Dan Maloney • Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 License #004298PM

Escape the heat

Retreat to the cool comfort of your home Follow these tips to keep hot summer air where it belongs and minimize your cooling costs: s 3EAL LEAKS AROUND WINDOWS AND DOORS WITH CAULKING or weather stripping. s #LOSE CURTAINS AND SHADES DURING THE DAY TO HELP block the sun’s heat. s #AULK OR SEAL ENTRY POINTS WHERE DUCTWORK

WIRING PLUMBING OR VENTS ARE INSTALLED

www.ConservingElectricity.com

• General Contractor • Custom Designed Homes • Remodels & Additions • Building Lots Available • Master Builder of Distinctive Homes Serving the Lakes Area for over 30 Years Lic. 20225226

218-847-2975 Detroit Lakes, MN mmsolmon@tekstar.com

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

21

Cooler tones with bright POPS Interior designer Marga Ybarra says taupes, grays, blues and other cool colors are modern, yet classy. It’s the accents that make the room.

Story: Riham Reshir

M

ore and more color trends are moving toward cooler tones with pops of bright colors here and there.

Taupes, grays, soft blues and cool palettes are modern but still classy, said Floor-to-Ceiling Designer Marga Ybarra.

For the past few years, the colors many chose in their homes represented nature in earthy tones like tans, browns and greens.

Now more of the metallics and grays that represent “a stormy day outside,” are the top choices, Ybarra said.

Although the modern colors sound gloomy or dull, coordinating them with the right furniture, accessories and artwork can make a huge difference.

“Without thinking of the rest of the room, it’ll look cold and sterile,” Ybarra said.

Visualizing the whole picture is important when planning the look of a room, but it’s also difficult before all of the pieces are put together.

Ybarra usually encourages homeowners to bring in just anything that would give her an idea of what the style of the room is. Items like pillow shams, comforters or window treatments can help designers pick just the right colors.

And it’s not just the fabrics that can soften up a room. Furniture pieces make a powerful impact.

A cherry wood dining room set would sure brighten up gray walls, for example, Ybarra said.

22

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

InstallaaGeoComfort GeoComfortsystem. system.

Install Fileyour yourtaxes. taxes.

File Receive a 30%tax taxcredit. credit.

Receive 30% Install aaGeoComfort system.

Live Comfortably.

Live FileComfortably. your taxes.

Receive a 30% tax credit.

Live Comfortably.

As part part of of the the American American Recovery Recovery and and As Reinvestment Act of 2009, the United Reinvestment Act of 2009, United As part of the Recovery andthe Reinvestment As part of American the American Recovery and States federal government has approved States federal government has approved Act of 2009, the United has Reinvestment ActStates of federal 2009, government the United 30% tax credit for homeowners installing approved a 30% tax credit for homeowners installing aa30% tax credit for homeowners installing States federal government has approved qualified geothermal system. qualified geothermal system. aa qualified geothermal system. a 30% taxacredit for homeowners installing a qualified geothermal system.

EsserFamily Familyof ofCompanies Companies Esser Esserinin Family of Companies Locations Perham DetroitLakes Lakes Locations Perham &&Detroit Locations 877-882-4822 in Perham & Detroit Lakes 877-882-4822

877-882-4822 *Tax credit applies to Energy Star rated geothermal models. System must *Tax credit applies to Energy Starrated rated geother malmodels. models.

System *Tax credit applies between to EnergyJanuary Star geother mal System be purchased 1, 2009 and December 31, 2016. *Tax applies between to Energy Star rated 1, geother mal models.

System must becredit purchased between January 1,more 2009information. and December 31, must be purchased January 2009 and December 31, See your local tax professional for must purchased between January 1, for 2009 andinfor December 31, 2016.beSee See yourlocal local taxprofessional professional formore more infor mation.

2016. your tax mation.

2016. See your local tax professional for more infor mation.

We’re pleased to introduce exciting new arrivals for the home and garden.

• Beautiful Potted & Hanging Plants • Bedding Plants • Buy directly from the grower • 14 acres of state of the art greenhouses open year-round

When you want the Highest Quality Product, choose Anderson Constructors, Inc.

MN Lic# BC-20388134 ND Lic# 32556

Office 218-532-3351 Cell 218-849-2633 Email: dgander@loretel.net

• Custom Homes • Remodel • Light Commercial • Excellent References

~ 25 years in business ~

• The newest and best varieties of annuals and perennials • Hardy nursery stock guaranteed to grow • Terracotta pots, patio planters, bird baths, garden tools, garden art, accessories and more!

801 Willow Street West Detroit Lakes • 218-847-2138 spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

23

“It’s all about balance”

TOP: A metallic, steel look is the new trend.

ABOVE: While a common thread throughout a room is good, not everything has to look the same.

24

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

“It’s all about balance,” she added.

To follow the trends without ending up with a home that looks exactly like your neighbor’s, think of items that are not only more meaningful, but unique.

In other words, make your own artwork once in a while — whether it’s made of a piece of fabric or a unique piece of sculpture, Ybarra said.

Additionally, mixing and matching furniture pieces make a one-of-a kind statement.

“My biggest pet peeve is walking in somewhere and everything matched,” she said. “A room is much more visually interesting if there are more unique pieces. It’s eye candy.”

And it doesn’t have to be over the top expensive, she said, just by hanging window treatments differently, it can be visually appealing. “There are a ton of things that you can do but people have to be aware of them,” Ybarra said. “It gives you that multimillion dollar look without the price tag.”

Landscaping on a budget One tip: Watch for maintenance costs Story: Nathan Bowe

“I push towards a patio.”

F

rugality is a virtue these days — and more people are showing that in their home landscaping projects.

“For the most part, it looks like people are trying to do little things to spice up their yard and make things look different,” said landscaper and carpenter Andy Francis of Detroit Lakes, who has been in the business for about 15 years.

We specialize in custom glass shower doors.

• Custom Glass Shower Doors • Structures Wood Care Finishes for Exteriors • Floor Covering • Benjamin Moore Paint & Stain 919 Washington Avenue • 847-7582 SPRING HOME MAGAZINE 10’

25

“They’re looking for something that dresses up their yard that’s not too expensive,” he explained.

It can be something as simple as a one-sided privacy wall that doubles as a bench; incorporating a grill into a free-standing wall; or installing a movable outdoor fire pit.

He also builds decks and patios.

“I try to talk people out of decks, unless they absolutely have to have it,” he said. “I push towards a patio.”

The reason?

“Maintenance, maintenance, maintenance,” he said.

Even composite decking material will crack, it doesn’t look like real wood, and the underlying wooden deck support will still need maintenance, he said.

High-quality, properly installed patio paving stones will last a long time, without a lot of work on the homeowner’s part.

He uses pavers made by industry leaders like Borgert and Anchor that meet requirements set by the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

“People think a paver is a paver, but it’s not,” he said.

Generally, you get what you pay for when it comes to quality and durability. The best pavers are not that much more expensive, considering how long a patio is designed to last.

“Concrete, even stamped concrete, it’s either cracked or it’s going to crack,” Francis said. “It lacks the density that pavers do — they don’t absorb water, and pavers are flexible.”

It’s possible to gain height without a deck, through a raised patio, made with retaining walls.

26

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

TOP: Large boulders are an easy fix for landscaping and an easy look.

ABOVE: Retaining walls are a nice look for hilly yards.

It’s also possible to have recessed patios — an outside walk-out basement, for example.

To avoid pitfalls like sinking or uneven pavers, homeowners may want to consider hiring a professional to create the patio.

“It’s labor intensive,” Francis said. “You need the right cut saws and tampers. The big thing is having it properly installed — it only looks as good as it is installed, and (professional installers) pick up a few tricks over the years.”

Properly installed, pavers will last a long time — hundreds of years, in the case of roads still being used in some parts of the world, Francis said.

“Basically, when all is said and done, if you can put a paver patio in instead of a deck, do it — the maintenance over the years is well worth it.”

3-D Dirt Wurx

Specialty Concrete, Inc.

Catwork • Bobcat • Black Dirt • Driveways • Gravel Hauling • Concrete Slabs • Snow Removal • Basements

We do driveways, sidewalks and patios in traditional or colored, stamped decorative concrete.

Nick Disse

218.234.9065

218.844.5790

Pavers • Foundations Tear Out & Replace

Seamless Gutter Systems

60

— FREE ESTIMATES — 14693 West Lake Sallie Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN OFFICE 218-847-3817 CELL 218 841-8484

FREE S ESTIMATE

20 Years Experience Licensed • Bonded Insured

CALL WAYNE AT 218-841-0232 or 218-334-4425

John Bergquist

th Anniversary Savings NOW! Check out our lot for fabulous model home closeouts!

ROLLOHOME 41X60 WM-870 FEATURES: • 4/12 ROOF • HARDWOOD LAMINATE FLOORING • VAULTED DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN • 8’ PATIO DOOR

At 1,968 sq. ft. this well designed home shows big on the inside. Upon entering the foyer you will enjoy 41 feet of open viewing to the living room, which includes a fireplace and large windows. A spacious kitchen is located off the living room and includes a large center island. Located next to the front door is a private den finished with hardwood laminate flooring. A utility room/mudroom is located at the garage entry for easy convenience. All three bedrooms include large walk-in closets for maximum storage space.

ROLLOHOME 28X64 WM-CUSTOM PORCH MODEL

ROLLOHOME 28X56 WM-453

ROLLOHOME 28X52 WM-444

FEATURES: • VAULTED CEILINGS • DORMER WITH DUTCH EAVES • DRAPERY PACKAGE • OAK HOLLOW CORE INTERIOR DOORS

FEATURES: • 6/12 ROOF • 8’ PORCH • HARDWOOD LAMINATE FLOORING • 8’ PATIO DOOR

If you are looking for a home with a view this custom plan from Rollohome is one to check out. The kitchen, dining room and living room are all open on one end of the home.

A patio door from the dining room leads to a covered porch.

The kitchen and dining room include hardwood laminate flooring and a large kitchen island. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet and master bath with double vanity, drop-in tub and separate shower. Perfect for any place with a view or that has a narrow lot.

This rambler home from Rollohome is a great home for any sized family. An open dining room and living room with vaulted ceilings great you when you enter the home from the front door. From the garage entrance you have immediate access to the utility room and second bathroom. The master bedroom is split from the second and third bedrooms for maximum privacy. The Master bedroom has large walkin closet and master bath with a double vanity.

FEATURES: • 4/12 ROOF • HONEY WHEAT DELUXE KITCHEN CABINETS • VAULTED CEILINGS • BOX BAY WINDOW

This moderately sized home offers the same amenities as many luxury homes. The laundry area is located near the garage entry and separates itself from the living area with a privacy door. The kitchen has plenty of space for any type of cook, including a pantry and snack bar. The master bedroom has a large closet and private bath with drop-in tub and separate shower. The living room has a large box bay window adding to both the interior and exterior of the home. Plentiful closet and storage space adds the finishing touches to the home.

King of the road...

— OVER 50 HOMES IN STOCK...NEW & USED —

HOMES, INC.

Hwy. 71

Hwy. 71, Sebeka, MN • 1-800-879-2284 www.anderson-homes-inc.com

Hwy. 10

Anderson Homes

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

27

Spring

Cleaning

It’s time for a fresh start on spring.

Story: Vicki Gerdes Photos: Art Service

T

he countryside has begun to turn from brown to green.

Snow and ice have slowly given way to budding trees and blooming flowers.

Spring is a time of renewal, of starting fresh. For many of us, that fresh start begins with a familiar tradition known as spring cleaning.

Here are a few helpful tips to get you on your way to a cleaner, better organized home (sources in parantheses).

28

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

TOP: It’s time to declutter and find the spring indoors again.

ABOVE: Conquering clutter can be done with the 4 container method.

Conquering clutter: The 4 Container Method (Sarah Aguirre, About.com).

One of the biggest parts of spring cleaning is getting rid of unwanted clutter.

Rather than wandering through the house haphazardly, searching for stuff you don’t need, why not try something a little more organized.

Find four boxes and label them with the following categories: Trash; Give Away/ Sell; Storage; and Put Away. Working room by room, sort items into the appropriate boxes, and don’t forget to go through closets, cabinets, drawers and other storage spaces.

■ In the trash box, put anything that you don’t want, and no one else is likely to want either. If something is damaged or broken, and not readily repairable, it belongs in this category.

■ When thinking about what to give away or sell, be generous. Consider the uses someone else might get out of the items versus the use they would get buried in cabinets or closets of your home. If you think you might get some financial benefit from them, consider holding or taking part in a garage sale.

■ Items that you cannot part with, but do not need on a regular basis, should be put in storage. Seasonal clothing may be included in this category. As you box items for storage, make sure to take an inventory, and label them for easy location later.

■ Items in the put away category are those that are used regularly, and need to be readily accessible. This should be your smallest category. If you can’t find a place for all these items without creating clutter, reassess how essential they are, then try to find a storage solution that fits your home.

TOP: A fresh, clean doormat is even a welcoming sign for any house.

Eight Major Hot Spots You Shouldn’t Miss

LEFT: Getting rid of clutter and stylish boxes are nice for any room.

(Reader’s Digest).

Ready to give your home a top-to-bottom buffing? Start by focusing your efforts on the big pieces and on the places that make the most difference to you: furnishings, appliances, and carpeting. spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

29

Once you’ve covered these major tasks, you’ll have your home spring-cleaned in no time.

■ Make doormats welcoming. Shake ’em, wash ’em, swat ‘em with a broom. Give them the toughest cleaning they can take.

They’re your front line against tracked-in dirt — so keep them clean enough to function at peak efficiency.

■ Vacuum with intelligence. The old rules mandated that you go through the labor-intensive task of dragging every stick of furniture off the carpet, just so the vacuum cleaner could cover every nook and cranny. The new rules will save you time, and you’ll still get the corner-to-corner cleaning done: Simply move those big items a little to the left or to the right. Vacuum the area previously occupied by the furniture and then move it back into place.

■ Clean carpets and upholstery. Fabrics that have absorbed a winter’s worth of dirt, body oil, and germs will need a deep cleaning to get them ready for another year of wear — and for that close inspection by your relaxing guests.

If you choose not to hire a service to do the cleaning, practice first in an unobtrusive area to make sure you have the knack of the machine you’re using and that the treatment won’t discolor fabrics or cause dyes to run. Save time by moving furniture just slightly, to clear a path, and place the legs of each piece back on top of small wax paper squares after shampooing, to protect both the carpet and the legs of the furniture.

22

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

TOP: Move furniture to one side of the room then vacuum. Place the furniture back where it belongs and move on.

RIGHT: Don’t forget the cracks. Even wood flooring needs a polish for a nice shine.

■ Finish your floors. To protect the floors in your kitchen from another year of wear and tear, wax or apply a sealer following label directions. The simplest method: Use a combination wash-and-wax floor cleaner. Don’t feel guilty about saving time!

No-wax floors don’t need a polishing treatment, but an occasional makeover will keep them looking fresher — and add a protective buffer that could help them last longer. Use a floor cleaner that cleans, shines, or both. If you have wood floors, move furniture and rugs aside, then apply a wood cleaner and either liquid or paste polish to clean and add a new wax coating.

Make sure to follow label directions for each product.

■ Wash walls, cabinets, baseboards, and woodwork. The walls may not look as if they need a bath — after all, dust and soot fall to the floor, right? Most of it does, but just enough clings to vertical surfaces to warrant a seasonal bath.

Use a sponge and hand dishwashing detergent, washing the surface in sections.

A sponge mop makes it easier to reach higher spots.

Use two buckets: one for dishwashing detergent solution and another for wringing your sponge. Dry the walls and woodwork with a clean cloth.

■ Clean ceiling fixtures. Remove dust and dirt from ceiling fans and air-conditioner vents with a cloth and a vacuum with a soft nozzle attachment.

■ Clean your light fixtures. A few minutes with a stepladder, all-purpose cleaner, a sponge, and a polish cloth will give new light to your life. If your home has skylights or tall ceilings, consider investing in a stepladder and extended-reach dust-anddirt-removal tools, all of which are available at your local hardware store and at home and janitorial supply stores.

■ Check your coils. You should clean the refrigerator’s condenser coil, usually found behind the toe grille, with a long-handled bottle brush and a vacuum cleaner with an attachment hose to remove dust and lint.

Built-up dust can shut down the unit by causing it to overheat.

To remove dust from coils attached to the hard-to-reach back side of the fridge, carefully pull the refrigerator out several

TOP: There are several cleaning supplies to use, depending on the surface and project.

LEFT: Wash walls, cabinets, baseboards and woodwork with a sponge and dish soap.

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

31

Cabinet cleaning is a must. Remember, ‘when in doubt, throw it out.’

feet (newer models roll on casters) and vacuum thoroughly; finish by sweeping or vacuuming the floor area you’ve revealed. Expect to rediscover coins, bottle caps, and twist ties that you and the cat knocked over the past year.

Spring Cleaning Tips for the Lazy (Althea Chang, Mainstreet.com).

A thorough spring cleaning is a daunting event, especially when you’d much rather be snoozing on the couch, so if you take no pleasure from clearing out all of your clutter and cleaning up messes, there are a few easy approaches. And we don’t mean shoving everything into a closet when guests are at the door.

■ Invest in air purifiers. Dusting can be an annoying chore that’s easy to put off until a layer of small particles piles up so high that you can’t see the original color of your bookcase or TV stand. But if you keep air purifiers strategically placed in your home, you’ll likely be able to pull out the Pledge less often and keep from stirring up a dust cloud every time you sneeze.

■ Avoid indoor pollutants. Simply by smoking outdoors and limiting your use of candles, incense, exhaust fans and fireplaces, you could significantly avoid creating more dust particles, thereby reducing how often or how vigorously you need to clean indoors, according to Consumer Reports.

32

spring HOME MAGAZINE 10’

■ Invest in storage bins. If you have just as much trouble keeping up with your snail mail as you do filing away or deleting, say, the 3,000 unread e-mails in your inbox, a few attractive storage bins can make you look and feel more organized than you really are, suggests Glamour magazine. Ideally, you’d have a separate bin for different types of items, like utility bills, unmatched socks and cleaning supplies.

■ Throw rugs/tile in high traffic areas. If you have carpeting that tends to get particularly dirty or worn because it’s in a high-traffic area like an entryway, rugs and tiles made of hardwood or easy-to-install multiuse flooring can go right on top of your carpet, making that area of your home much easier to clean.

■ Vacuums aren’t just for floors. If you hate struggling to remove your couch cushion covers, don’t forget that a vacuum isn’t just for your floor. You can use it to clean your upholstery, which is especially handy when you have pets, and some might even suggest using it to clean your bed sheets between washings.

■ Clear out the kitchen. The term “when in doubt, throw it out” doesn’t just refer to food safety in the kitchen. You can save cleaning time by applying it to a refrigerator full of stuff you rarely ever use. Plus, if you have a bunch of old kitchen gadgets that you haven’t used in ages, ditch those too, because you’re not very likely to use them, notes the New York Daily News.

“Your Hometown Quality Builder & Remodeler” Offering...

• State of th the art construction materials and techniques

• High quality workmanship • Complete satisfaction guaranteed

Specializing in...

• New Homes • Steel Siding • Remodeling • Garages • Replacement Windows • Additions • Decks • Sunrooms

Quality Professional Experience Dave, Dan, Nick, Scott and Lee

Unique FRANCIS CONSTRUCTION

Dave Francis • 218-847-4054 Scott Francis • 218-847-3556 Lic. #20266607

of Detroit Lakes, Inc. SPRING HOME MAGAZINE '10



Quality Homes Crafted with Care.

• General Contractors • New Homes • Remodeling • Residential • Commercial



For unparalleled craftsmanship, innovative design and good old-fashioned service, make us your builder of choice.

DON TIETZ CONSTRUCTION, INC. “The name built on quality”

439-6271

Over thirty years of excellence

Don & Coleen