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etter weather, longer days and the annual Florence Home & Garden Show are signs that spring has arrived. The three-day show opens 2 p.m. this Friday, March 6, at the Florence Events Center and continues all weekend. Residents will be springing forward to standard time over the weekend. More than 40 vendors will offer new ideas, products and services at the 23rd annual Home & Garden Show. The event incorporates vendor exhibits, landscape design, food tasting, demonstrations, prizes and giveaways. “We’ve got a strong line-up of vendors — from an excavation company to an electrician focused on home building to home improvement,”
piece Design noted Show Director Jon will reflect this Thompson. year’s theme, “We’re packed “Growing Green.” inside with The lovendor displays featuring cal nursery’s hot tubs, spas, display has been the focal f l o o r c o v e rpoint of the ings, granite show since countertops, windows, apits inception. This year will pliances and showcase h e at pu mp s . That’s just to D o - It - Yo u rmention a few Get ready for spring with the Florence Home and Garden Show, s e l f Ve r t i c a l of the prod- coming to the Florence Events Center from March 6 to 8. Taste G a r d e n i n g , samples, test products, observe demonstrations and hear from Fox Farm ucts available.” local and regional vendors all three days of the show. Organic garShow hours are from 2 to 6 p.m. on Friday, and under. Half price coupons dening products along with 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Satur- are available at the Florence plants, flowers and garden acday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Bi-Mart and admission is free cessories. Central Lincoln PUD will Sunday. Admission is $2 for from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday. be doing a drawing for a Nest adults and $1 for children 12 Laurel Bay Gardens’ Center-
smart thermostat each day and a grand prize drawing for a heat pump water heater. There will also be daily drawings for a total of $1,000 in gift certificates. The Florence chapter of the American Rhododendron Society will be giving away a native rhododendron each hour of the show. Many of the vendors have giveaways and additional prize drawings. “The goal of the Florence Home & Garden Show is to provide a wide variety of quality home and garden products and services in a vibrant atmosphere,” Thompson said. “That commitment hasn’t changed over more than two decades.” See SHOW page 2C
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“We will be featuring DIY vertical and planter ideas, along with our new lines of Fox Farm Organic fertilizers and Neptune’s Harvest for indoor and hydroponic gardening,” said Lisa Walter-Sedlacek, owner of Laurel Bay Gardens. Located at the center of the Florence Home and Garden Show, this year’s centerpiece landscape design is titled “Australian Gardens.” It features modern trends to make the most out of smaller garden spaces. There will be low maintenance planting ideas for lawn substitutes and xeriscaping, with exciting new trends in plant collections and colors. “As our climate gets warmer, we are finding that the plant palette is changing for our coastal gardens,” Walter-Sedlacek said. “We are excited to showcase Laurel Bay’s Garden Center and our extensive inventory of DIY landscape plants, pottery and our new line of polished rock.”
Laurel Bay Garden’s Home Show booth will also give everyone a chance to “Shop the Market” with new and colorful home and garden décor. Explore the variety of colorful linens, chandi woven rugs, bamboo wind chimes and pollinator and bird habitat ideas for your home and garden. Tillandsia air plants will be featured at the booth, along with colorful sedum and succulent plants. Glass terrariums, planters, metal garden benches and wonderful indoor pottery will be available for purchase and to give ideas for your own home. Laurel Bay Gardens staff will be
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in the booth to share gardening stories and knowledge. Stop by the booth to pick up Laurel Bay Gardens newsletter, valuable coupons, and enter the drawing to win a $100 Laurel Bay Gardens gift certificate. After the home show, be sure to visit Laurel Bay Gardens, just three minutes north of Florence. The nursery carries the highest quality plants and organic soils for your landscape. In addition to flowers, trees and shrubs, Laurel Bay carries a full line of topsoil, compost and bark for all your gardening needs. An extensive hardscape inventory, including flagstone, concrete
steppingstones, pavers and wall blocks, is available for pick up or delivery. Also at the garden center is Oregon Coast Pottery, the largest retail pottery venue on the Oregon Coast. Stop by and explore all of the indoor and outdoor pots for your garden vision. Inside the gift shop, experience the newest in gifts and indoor decor ideas. For 31 years, Laurel Bay Gardens has provided full-service residential landscape and irrigation installation and maintenance,
offering quality design and service to their clients. Laurel Bay Garden’s staff is proud of their work in our community and look forward to the next decade of beautifying the landscapes of western Lane County. Visit laurelbaygardens.com. From all of us at Laurel Bay Gardens, “We look forward to helping our customers Grow Green in 2020!”
How to help bring beneficial bees back Bees, birds and butterflies play integral roles in pollinating many of the crops humans rely on for sustenance. The National Pollinator Garden Network, through the National Wildlife Federation, recently launched the Million Pollinator Garden Challenge, an effort to increase the amount of nectar and pollen food sources as the organization aims to reverse the alarming decline of pollinators such as honey bees, native bees and monarch butterflies. Many people are afraid of bees because of their propensity to sting. Unlike their wasp and yellow-jacket cousins, honeybees and
bumblebees are much more docile and content to hop from bloom to bloom without paying humans any mind. The only time such bees may resort to stinging is if someone inadvertently steps on them. Bees are beneficial for yards. Gardener’s Supply Company says one out of every three bites of food humans take depends on a pollinator. That’s because about 150 crops grown in the United States depend on pollinators. Even though there are 4,000 species of native or wild bees in the continental United States, many populations are in decline. According to the Pollinator
Partnership, various areas of North America have lost more than 50 percent of their managed honeybee colonies in the past 10 years. Bringing these important pollinators back will take a little work, but it is possible. • Plants that offer cover can be attractive to bees that desire a respite from the sun and heat. Coleus and other ground cover offerings can be handy. • Offer water in shallow dishes, as even bees need a cool drink to stay hydrated. • Bees like various plants, so plant more than one species. Some plants that bees tend to like include alyssum, aster, geranium, bee balm, poppies and clover.
• When planting, include native species. • Brush piles, dry grasses and dead woods offer nesting areas for bees. • The Gardener’s Supply Company also says that bees find blue, purple and yellow flowers most appealing. Opt for more of these hues when planning gardens. • Above all, avoid using pesticides in the yard. Even organic ones can be toxic to bees and other pollinators, and they may contribute to colony collapse disorder. With these techniques in mind, homeowners can attract more bees to their yards and gardens, which can benefit bees and humans alike.
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Automatic Heat Service & Installation Consider Automatic Heat Service & Installation your trusted friend in the heating and cooling business. Automatic Heat has been serving Lane County since 1947. Many of its clients say it is their most trusted heating and cooling contractor — and Automatic Heat loves to hear that. You can always count on Automatic Heat to give you a straight answer. Our staff has seen it all and knows heating and cooling like none other. The experienced and trained sales manager will help you find the right system for you. Automatic Heat knows that listening to your need and properly sizing new equipment will ensure your home’s comfort and safety for years to come. Automatic Heat offers the best warranties in the business. Its service agreements give a 15 percent discount on all parts and all labor 24 hours a day. It offers one-year parts and two-years labor warranty on repairs and a lifetime warranty on workmanship. Consider Automatic Heat for the following: • Furnaces: Oil furnaces, Gas furnaces, Electric furnaces • Heat Pumps and Geo-Thermal Heat Pumps • Boilers • Air Conditioning • Ductless Heat Pumps And when you need service on your heating and cooling equip-
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Returning vendors to the Florence Home & Garden Show include Birdhill Limited (left) and Automatic Heat. ment, count on us for: • Maintenance: Regular maintenance is the one thing you can do to extend the life of your equipment and keep you and your family safe. • Repair: Count on experts when you need to fix a furnace or heat pump. • High efficiency upgrades. You will always be greeted by one of Automatic Heat’s experienced technicians, who will leave your home or job site clean. Call Automatic Heat today for a complimentary consultation at 541726-7656.
the same local team you’ve come to know and trust, and remains committed to providing excellent service backed by the most accurate real estate information around. At B e rkshire Hat haw ay HomeServices Northwest Real Estate, we are focused on one thing: creating a superior real estate experience. We appreciate the fact that selling or purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial investments many people will ever make. As a result, we deliver unparalleled services from the most skilled team of real estate professionals our industry has to offer, along with the Berkshire Hathaway most innovative technology soluHomeServices Berkshire Hathaway HomeSer- tions to keep our clients informed vices Northwest Real Estate is of market activity and property pleased to support the Florence values. Berkshire Hathaway HomeSerHome and Garden Show again this vices: The No. 1 real estate comyear. Berkshire Hathaway is still pany in the nation in closed units for ROOF REPLACEMENT 2019! Roofing, Siding, Windows, o Ridge Vents & Roof Ventilation Please call us Gutters, Decks and Covers at 541-997-6000 ROOF REPAIR & MAINTENANCE when you’re ready VETERAN MANAGED o Emergency Roof Repair to make a move or BUSINESS - GET THINGS o Wood Rot Repair are curious about o Hail Damage your home’s value DONE EFFICIENTLY o Roof Inspection in today’s market. AND EFFECTIVELY We’re here to help. SIDING Give Berkshire Total Protection Roofing System Hathaway a call o Vinyl Siding James Hardie Siding o Fiber Cement Siding at 541-997-6000 Simonton Replacement Windows or stop in and y GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS see what its staff o Gutter Installation can do for you. Custom Built Trex Decks w o Aluminum Gutters
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Best for Hearing Florence’s Best for Hearing is unveiling a new extended service program at this year’s Home and Garden Show. The Best for Hearing family is excited to offer their new In-Home Mobile Care, a mobile service for patients who may be house bound and require a home visit. “We have known for some time that this service was desperately needed, but we now have the manpower and mobile equipment to finally make it happen,” said Emmanuel Beaulieu, NBC-HIS Board Certified, owner of Best for Hearing. This mobile service will offer almost everything that is offered in the clinic. Best for Hearing is also offering an extended hour program for those needing appointments outside of normal business hours. Best for Hearing is a second-generation family-owned practice, with a 39-year history of helping Florence hear better. It is Florence’s only full-time hearing health practice, offering a wide range of hearing health services, including hearing testing, hearing instrument fitting and counseling, as well as providing
Birdhill Limited: Personalized Massage with Professional Results Work out your aches and pains with Magic Hands, a hand-held massager from Birdhill Limited. Find relief from arthritis, bursitis and tendinitis and ease the muscle strains of daily living with this hand-held massager. This is the 20th year this massager has been on the market. It has seven different massaging attachments, offering personalized massage with professional results. Increase circulation and relieve stress with this professional massager from Birdhill Limited. This professional percussion massager is used by chiropractors, physical, sports and massage therapists. Find out for yourself at the Birdhill booth at the Florence Home and Garden show. Steve and Pam O’Dwyer are the owners of Birdhill Ltd., a homebased business in Scappoose, Ore. For the past 20 years, they have been helping people ease sore muscles with their massager all over the United States. Please stop by the booth and see how well their Magic Hands Massager can work for you!
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Black Diamond Flooring has been serving the Florence community for over 20 years. We have very much enjoyed developing friendships with longstanding citizens of Florence as well as welcoming hundreds of new residents to our beautiful coastal town. While we focus on Florence, our staff has benefited from flooring experience in California, Colorado, and Hawaii. VENDORS continue 4C
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Discover your perfect spa to fit your lifestyle. Marquis Spas are so much more than just a hot tub. Aside from refined beauty, each spa features advanced hydrotherapy and powerful performance, with 33 models, you’re sure to discover the perfect spa to fit your lifestyle. The MicroSilk beauty treatment option moisturizes and hydrates at the same time, making your skin feel silky as well as reducing fine lines and wrinkles And if you already own a hot tub, cedar Works can help you maintain it. We carry a full line of parts, chemicals, replacement covers, and do repairs on all brands.
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The owners have also participated in disaster relief and volunteer services in Louisiana, New York, and of course Oregon. This range of areas has helped us to be progressive with our approach to new surfaces and design concepts. It is a joy to help people improve their homes within their budget. We would like to thank the residents and builders of Florence and we look forward to seeing many of you at the Florence Home and Garden Show. — Jake, Judy, Nicki, Crystal and Robert of Black Diamond Flooring
C. James Nursery C. James Nursery specializes in Down Under Pots, an innovative way to display the beauty of your favorite plants. Designed to hang, the Down Under Pot allows your plants to grow from the bottom of the pot. One of the design features of the Down Under Pot is an internal reservoir, at the base of the pot. The reservoir catches water where the root system is developing, thus feeding the plant and providing the root system with a wall upon which to anchor. It’s a simple process to plant. Start the normal way, with the pot full of “soil” and the plant at the top. Allow the pot to remain in this “normal” position until you are satisfied that the plant is established. Then invert the pot and hang it using the wire, which is already fitted to the pot for the purpose. The plant has established its root system and is now growing in the potting mix in the Down Under Pot. It is the design of the pot and the established root system of the plant that keep both the
plant and the potting mix from falling out. When the pot is in the initial position, sit it in a shallow container to keep the potting mix moist while the plant establishes. Once the pot has been inverted and is hanging in position, water and fertilize through the top of the pot. C. James Nursery has three sizes and 10 colors of Down Under Pots in addition to eight different colors of Martha Washington geraniums, herbs, succulent and other plants to be potted for a small fee. If you have a Down Under Pot, clean it out, bring your coconut fiber and we’ll repot it for you for a small fee. Stop by our booth to learn more. Cedar Works Spa & Sauna A great hot tub or sauna is more than heat and hightech systems. It is a means to enhance your life and the lives of those with whom you share the experience. Here at Cedar Works Spa and Sauna, we strive to help you create your own backyard retreat. Whether it’s with a new hot tub, a warm sauna or enjoyable outdoor furniture, we’ll help you find what you need to achieve true comfort and relaxation. Cedar Works Spa and Sauna has been serving Eugene, Springfield and surrounding Lane County areas since 1977. The name of the business actually comes from when hot tubs were commonly made from cedar. Widely known as a reputable Eugene business (with an A-plus Better Business Bureau rating and awarded as a “Quest For Excellence” dealer by Marquis Spas), Cedar Works Spa and Sauna has become a staple in the
Eugene community when it comes to hot tubs, saunas and everything else you need to transform your backyard into your own oasis. Family owned and operated, Cedar Works continues to hold true to that warm inviting environment and Eugene feel not found in many businesses today. Stop by the booth!
trees and desserts. As a pioneering company of true Italian barrel-aged balsamic vinegars since 1998, Celia’s Gourmet Foods uses only the finest ingredients when hand-crafting our small batch vinegars and olive oils. Each bottle holds an original recipe, made with all-natural ingredients. You won’t find any added sugars, fillers, colors or chemicals, and all are gluten free. They are some of the finest balCelia’s Gourmet Foods samic vinegars and olive oils Celia’s has been busy cre- on the planet! ating new flavors to temp your taste buds, Central Lincoln PUD so come see us at the Central Lincoln is Florence Home and the Central Coast’s Garden Show. community-owned Experience the electric utility, servspicy zing of our newest ing Dunes City, Florence, EVOO, Jalapeno. Imagine Mapleton, Reedsport, Swissthis peppery flavor driz- home and Yachats. zled on avocados filled with When you come to the shrimp, hidden in hummus booth, you’ll be able to talk for veggie dips or topping av- to one of CLPUD’s energy ocado toast, scrambled eggs, experts about rebates and grilled cheese, guacamole or programs, and learn more even Huevos Rancheros. about rebates for insulation, Our newest white balsam- energy-efficient windows ic for 2020 is White Apricot. and doors, Energy Star The sweet yet tart flavor of clothes washers and drythis stone fruit is soft, but ers, LED light fixtures, heat will amaze and tempt your pump water heaters, high-eftaste buds. We recommend ficiency home heating inmaking a strawberry/apricot cluding ductless heat pumps, smoothie, pairing with basil NEEM Certified Energy Star over a green salad and as a Manufactured Homes and glaze for chicken, ham, pork renewable energy projects. tenderloin or salmon. See you at the Florence Our Dark Hickory Bal- Home Show! samic and Wild HuckleberFor more information, visry are still available and our it clpud.org. Meyer Lemon Mango (Lemon Meringue Pie in a City of Florence Bottle!) will keep your Welcome to the Florence mind busy thinking Home & Garden Show! of new ways to use Do you live locally and it. From cheesecake, plan to update your bathpound cake to scal- room sink and vanity? lops and shrimp, this flavor Want to install a new water will be a summer favorite. heater? Convert your garage Before we forget, Mother in to living space? Nature did an amazing job Not sure if you need a with her pomegranates this plumbing, mechanical, strucpast year and that dark bal- tural or electrical permit samic flavor has found its and what the associated fees way into many kitchens for might be? drinks and teas, salads, enVENDORS continue 5C
Common DIY mistakes Pride tends to swell when homeowners successfully complete do-ityourself projects on their homes. In addition to saving homeowners money, DIY projects provide a unique way for men and women to personally connect with their homes. The ability to look at a finished project and say it’s a result of your own handiwork can make a home feel more your own. As fun and fulfilling as DIY projects can be, they also can be nerve-wracking and induce anxiety. When DIY projects falter, fixing them can prove costly, as homeowners typically must call in contractors to correct their mistakes and get a project back on track. That results in additional labor and material costs that might have been avoidable, especially for homeowners who make an effort to avoid some common DIY mistakes.
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2. Overestimating your abilities DIY television shows make home renovation projects look easy, but reality suggests otherwise. Homeowners with little or no experience renovating a home may want to take classes before they think about starting a project on their own. Even online tutorials tend to make jobs appear easier than they are. Roofing and plumbing projects tend to be best left to the professionals, as these projects can be either dangerous or vulnerable to disaster if not addressed by trained professionals.
1. Failure to secure permits Even though homeowners own their homes, that does not mean they have carte blanche to do what they want with them. Many renovation projects require homeowners to secure permits before projects can commence. Some may even require additional permits as the projects advance. If proper permits are not secured, homeowners may be fined and projects may be nixed, regardless of how much money homeowners have spent up to that point. Before beginning a home renovation project, homeowners should always contact their local permit office to determine if any permits are required. Bankrate.com notes that permits are often required for any proj-
3. Incorrect materials Whether it’s to save money or a byproduct of inexperience, DIYers do not always choose the correct materials for a job. Experienced contractors have ample experience working with all sorts of materials and are therefore in a unique position to recommend the best materials for any given job. That resource is not available for DIYers, who must perform ample research before beginning a job so the project involves the most appropriate materials. Incorrect materials can be a sunken cost that derails a project, but even jobs completed using incorrect materials may need to be redone a lot more quickly than those that employed the right materials the first time. Many home renovation projects can be completedv without the help of professional contractors., especially when homeowners take steps to avoid some of the more common mistakes made by DIYers.
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any gardeners find getting their hands dirty while tending to a garden can be a great form of escapism. In addition, growing one’s own fruits and vegetables can be great for the environment.
Though it’s easy to assume gardening is an activity exclusive to homeowners with their own yards, that’s not the case at all. Container gardening can make it possible for anyone to garden, regardless of where they live.
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professional asphalt maintenance company providing service to the Oregon coast that specializes in asphalt repair, seal coating, crack filling and striping. We also give free estimates. The company is able and willing to accommodate anything from residential driveways to commercial parking lots to airport runways — and sweeping is included. With 25 years of experienced service, Coast Pavement Maintenance encourages you to call us for a free estimate. Stop by our booth at the Home and Garden Show for more information.
The City of Florence would love to discuss your options and provide some insights for your project! Does your Contractor have a CCB license and a City Business license? Remember, buying a permit and getting your project inspected by our Code Professionals will protect and add value to your Home. The City of Florence Community Development Department will be at the Home and Garden show March 6 to 8. Stop by our booth and find out how we can help you. Build Safer Buildings to Build Safer Communities! All inspections are held on Wednesday and Friday mornings. The Building Department can be reached at 541-997-2141. The Inspection Line is 541-997-2141 ext. 3. Learn more by visiting the City of Florence website at www.ci.florence.or.us or by visiting Florence City Hall at 250 Highway 101 .
Coastal Home Services Recently, have you needed heating services in Florence more often? Are you experiencing poor heating and getting more headaches or sneezing attacks? These are signs that you might have dirty ductwork. When was the last time you had your air ducts cleaned? Coast Pavement Many homeowners go Maintenance years without giving their air Coast Pavement Main- ducts any thought, but these tenance is a high-quality are a vital part of your home’s
The benefits of container gardening go beyond making gardening accessible to everyone. Many plants grown in containers are less susceptible to disease than plants grown in the soil, which can reduce reliance on potentially harmful pesticides. Container gardens also tend to be easier to maintain than traditional gardens, making gardening more doable for people with especially hectic schedules. Container gardening can be simple, and novices can consider these tips when planning and ultimately tend-
ing to their first gardens. • Conduct a light audit. Walk around your home to determine where your plant can be placed so it gets as much light as it needs to thrive. Some plants need a lot of light, while others can thrive with a lot less. By conducting a light audit before choosing plants, you can determine if your home is most conducive to plants that require a lot of a light or those that need little light to get by. • Make sure containers have ample drainage. Drainage holes are essential when
choosing containers. Waterlogged soil can be fatal for plants, so there must be ample drainage in the container. Just make sure the size of the holes allow excess water to drain out from the pot. • Don’t forget to feed your plants. Potting soil won’t necessarily have nutrients that plants can access, so many container gardeners must fertilize the soil so plants can thrive. Watering with diluted fish emulsion, seaweed extract or compost tea can help plants thrive. Feed once every two weeks to start, adjusting
the schedule depending on how the plants respond. • Seek advice. Local gardening centers can be great resources for novice container gardeners. Such centers can recommend plants with a history of thriving in the area as well as plants that might be more compatible when containers are placed next to one another. This kind of gardening can bring gardening to any home, whether it’s a lightfilled private home or an apartment where sunlight is sparse.
heating and cooling system. Is it necessary to clean the air ducts? Well, if you want to avoid expensive heating system repair in Florence, the answer is a resounding yes! Please stop by the Coastal Home Services booth at the Florence Home and Garden Show and learn more about the benefits of air duct cleaning and much more! We look forward to meeting you.
of complaints. Contractors are also uniquely qualified to perform home improvement projects. Before becoming licensed, a contractor must take a class and pass a test on Oregon’s laws, rules and business practices. The CCB requires all licensed contractors to carry a bond and insurance, and contractors with employees are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. How Do You Check a License? Check any contractor’s license at search.ccb.state. or.us/search/. You can also call the CCB at 503-378-4621. Be a Smart Consumer Don’t be pressured by anyone who solicits door-todoor. While legitimate contractors may advertise doorto-door, scammers often make “limited time offers,� forcing homeowners to make a fast decision. Beware “too good to be true� offers. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is! Be careful when seeking contractors through online message boards. Legitimate contractors may advertise using online services like Craigslist, but don’t assume
a contractor is licensed because they’re advertising online. Check the license. Have questions? Call the CCB at 503-378-4621 or visit www.ore gon.gov/ccb/Pages/index.aspx.
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Construction Contractors Board The Construction Contractors Board (CCB) reminds homeowners to protect their most valuable investment. Before hiring a contractor, check their CCB license. By law, nearly everyone who builds a home or performs home improvements must be licensed by the CCB. Why Hire Licensed Contractors? Licensed contractors offer consumers protections that unlicensed contractors do not. CCB’s dispute resolution section provides mediation services to contractors and homeowners in disagreement. Licensed contractors also have a record consumers can check, so homeowners can see when there’s a history
Cutco Cutlery Cutco is the largest manufacturer of high-quality kitchen cutlery and accessories in the United States and Canada. All Cutco products have been made in the U.S. since 1949 and have a forever guarantee. Cutco is sold through independent sale representatives directly to the consumers in their homes and at various events nationwide. At events, new consumers can experience and learn about Cutco, and existing customers can build to their current collection, or request a service call from a qualified Cutco representative. For more info, visit www.cutco.com. DS Johnson Enterprises The Secret to Beautiful, Healthy Skin. Corium 21 contains only genuine Barbadenzis Miller aloe, the species with the most potent healing prop-
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EcoBest/Home Guard EcoBest/Home Guard is a family owned and operated home improvement business, with only the most polite, experienced and professional installers and craftsmen. It focuses on affordable home improvements that help its customers reduce their carbon footprint. Thorough consultation and unsurpassed design quality are what set EcoBest apart from the run-of-themill competition. The team prides themselves on their service and open lines of communication. EcoBest/Home Guard specializes in custom windows and siding for residences or commercial properties, and can handle virtually any project you have in mind. The company’s top concern is to help you reduce your carbon footprint and save as much on your energy costs as possible. All of EcoBest’s installers are factory certified, which means they have the highest training possible in the industry — and the product manufacturer backs up our installation 100 percent. EcoBest/Home Guard is also a proud installer of Owens Corning® Products and is a Platinum Preferred Contractor.
Florence Electric Hello, my name is Tyler Smith with Florence Electric, a new electrical company in the Florence area. My business is family owned and operated. I was raised in the Florence area and did my apprenticeship in Coos Bay, Ore. I traveled around the U.S. once I became a journeyman. Florence Electric works on residential, commercial and industrial facilities, from houses to supermar-
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ful showroom, 394 Kingwood St., to see the wide selection of products that we carry. We offer carpet, vinyl, vinyl planking, laminate, hardwood, tile, natural stone, countertops and window coverGoodman’s Floor Cover- ings by Hunter Douglas. We have a team of exceling — World Wide Granite — McKenzie Design & lent professional installers available to complete your Drafting From conception to com- project. “We put the floor in Florpletion, our businesses complement each other and help ence!” you achieve your dreams. Gray Day Home Heat/ McKenzie Design & Drafting, LLC., is where Dan Rankin Construction Both Gray Day Home your dream home begins. If you are planning to build a Heat and Dan Rankin Connew home or put an addi- struction are locally owned tion on your existing home, and operated at 3298 Highyou’ll need a high-quality way 101 in Florence. With more than 20 years design and permit-ready drawings. We work closely of experience in the conwith our clients to achieve struction business and more the ideal design that best than 15 years in home heat meets your needs and de- installation, we serve the sires. We have over 20 years’ area faithfully. Stop by our booth for experience in home design, from small additions to over more information or call 9,000 sq. ft. timber frame 541-997-4080. homes. World Wide Granite Integrity Home Heating Integrity Home Heating provides a large selection of quartz and natural stone is a locally owned company, fabricated with state of the offering a variety of options art equipment and technol- to meet your heating and ogy. Beautiful countertops cooling needs. SELECTION — We carfor your kitchen and bath help transform your house ry a full line of heating and cooling products, including from ho-hum to home! Goodman’s Floor Cov- heat pumps, gas furnaces, ering has been serving the air conditioners and ductFlorence area since 1979. less heat pumps. We offer Come visit our beauti- a wide range of equipment
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from base efficiency ratings to the most efficient systems available on the market today. We have the ability to do custom ductwork, zone existing homes — from one room to multiple zones throughout — and to repair existing ductwork systems. EXPERIENCE — We are residential retrofit specialists. We have extensive hands-on experience in all types of residential applications. Our installation team has over fifty years of combined experience in residential work. This is all we do! In addition, our journeyman installers are regularly factory trained and certified to be sure we are always current with the installation requirements of today’s demanding equipment. QUALIFYING — We are a Utility Program Qualifying Contractor with all of the local utility companies in the surrounding area, including: EWEB, SUB, Lane Electric, EPUD, Central Lincoln PUD, Blachly-Lane and NW Ductless. We know the program offerings and the efficient heating systems that qualify; designed to make your home more energy efficient and therefore reduce your utility costs. NO PRESSURE — We don’t use the old fashioned, high pressure sales techniques of the past. In fact, we don’t use any “techniques” at all! Here’s our simple, no pressure, honest approach:
Lofy Construction Are you looking for the direction to go for your new home? Well look no longer. Here at Lofy Construction, we can help build your dreams into reality. Owned and operated by Dan Lofy, Lofy Construction, LLC. is a premier contractor in Florence, Ore., with a great team that holds the highest standards in building and construction. It has been serving the Florence area for over 30 years with quality and craftsmanship. Over the years, Lofy Construction has done everything: small projects, custom homes, 60,000-square-foot commercial buildings, home additions, single-room remodels and complete house renovations. We have opened a new office in town at 2530 Kingwood St. Suite D to better serve our customers. Call 541-590-3691 or visit us at lofyconstruction.net for more information.
• Our sales professional will come to your home to gather information and listen to your needs. • They’ll leave, prepare a written proposal based on the information gathered during the visit, then return it to you by whatever means you prefer. • We will be available for any questions you may have. Simple! We understand this can be a decision that needs to be discussed within the household, and respect the fact that an immediate answer may not be possible. INTEGRITY — We’re respectful. We take pride in our work. We don’t take lightly the fact you’ve allowed us into your home. So let’s meet! The first step Love Your Skin is to schedule an in-home Love your skin, with an visit to discuss your needs. LED light therapy device Call Kevin today, 541- from Love Your Skin. 520-6227 to schedule your Red and blue light therapy free in-home assessment. helps reduce the appearance of redness, stretch marks, Kimo’s Dips scaring, discoloration, wrinKimo’s — pronounced kles and helps joint pain. kee-mohz — Gourmet Dip I know you’ve noticed that Mixes are made fresh and as we age our skin reflects packed locally at its Beaver- the evidence of our lives. ton location. These gourmet LED light therapy helps remixes are made from 20 dif- duce a lifetime of damage ferent blends of herbs and and it doesn’t have to be exspices. The mixes are very pensive. versatile and can be used to Love Your Skin offers make dips, sauces, spreads home units without a high and hummus too. spa cost. Be sure to try the two Visit the Love Your Skin new blends added this year: booth at this weekend’s Chives & Onion and Arti- Florence Home and Garden choke & Spinach. Come by Show. our booth for taste samples VENDORS continue 7C
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Welcome to the Florence Home & Garden Show Not sure if you need a Plumbing, Mechanical, Structural or, Electrical Permit and what the associated fees might be? We would love to discuss your op ons and provide some insights for your project! Remember, buying a permit and ge ng your project inspected by our Code Professionals will protect and add value to your Home. Stop by the City of Florence Building Department Booth and find out how we can help you …. Build Safer Buildings to Build Safer Communi es! Learn more by visi ng the City of Florence website at www.ci.florence.or.us or by visi ng City Hall at 250 Highway 101 or calling 541-997-2141.
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Roby’s Furniture and Appliance & The Mattress Shoppe in Florence
Roby’s will feature appliances at the 2020 Florence Home and Garden Show. Roby’s Furniture and Appliance & The Mattress Shoppe began nearly 70 years ago when CE Lewis Appliance and Roby’s Furniture in Tillamook combined forces to provide the best customer service and broadest product selection available to residents of Tillamook County. Since then, they’ve expanded to a total of seven showrooms serving all or parts of 9 counties along the coast and in the northwestern part of Oregon. In 2004, the family owned and operated business purchased Western Lane Furniture in Florence, another longtime coastal retailer. Since then, the local branch of Roby’s has been providing service and value to families
in the Florence, Reedsport and Mapleton areas. While the business has a complete line of sofas, loveseats, recliners, dining room and bedroom furniture — along with providing a full line of Simmons and Tempurpedic mattresses — they also have an extensive offering of home appliances. This year, at the Home and Garden Show, Roby’s will be showcasing some of the 8 major laundry brands, names like Speed Queen, Electrolux, Whirlpool and GE. Also in the booth will be
refrigeration offerings from GE Profile, Haier, Kitchenaid and Whirlpool. Bosch and Maytag dishwashers will be on hand, as will be Amana and Frigidaire microwaves. Roby’s carries nearly all of the major, and minor ap-
pliance brands, including things like Wolf, Sub Zero, LG, Samsung, and Jenn Aire. Team members take pride in that selection, but more importantly they take pride in offering the lowest prices available. Roby’s is so certain of that, they guarantee that VENDORS from page 6C N-Hance Wood Finishing N-Hance Wood Refinishing is an innovative and affordable cabinet and floor refinishing service that refinishes your wood cabinets and floors without the dust, inconvenience, and noxious fumes associated with traditional refinishing methods. In many cases, the process can be completed in just one day! There’s no longer any reason to wait to refinish that beautiful wood in your home. Over time, wooden cabinets and floors can become damaged or faded, and build up dirt and grime, making their appearance flat, discolored and lifeless. The N-Hance refinishing process thoroughly cleans the surface, removes old coatings, repairs damaged ar-
they will meet (and often beat) the lowest price offers a customer can find. They’ve even beat online price offers from the “big box” stores and online only retailers. Be sure to ask sales team members about the guarantee! In addition to the appliance brands, Roby’s will have a supply of their Excelsior Laundry Detergent. It’s a high efficiency detergent that protects your clothes while getting them ultra clean and prevents bad odors from forming in your front load washer. Because it is super-efficient, it is better
for the environment. A single 333 load container is a year’s supply for many people, reducing waste. Instead of accumulating 10 64 oz. plastic containers you simply have one 10-inch square cardboard box with a heavy duty plastic bladder to dispose of. And, if you’ve been looking for a cleaner to get rid of fingerprints on your stainless-steel appliances; or trying to find a way to get your flat surface cooktop clean, Roby’s will have a good supply of those products on hand. While you enjoy the Roby’s display at this year’s Home and Garden Show you can enter to win a 5-piece Frigidaire stainless steel cookware set and enjoy one of their famous freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.
eas, and applies an elegant factory quality finish. You are sure to love the brilliant results … and lower cost. Get it all with N-Hance Wood Refinishing. N-Hance Wood Refinishing uses proprietary products designed specifically to withstand cabinets’ daily wear and tear. The ultraviolet light curing technology seals in a hardened finish so it lasts. And it’s done quickly, minimizing your kitchen’s downtime and family disruption. Our innovative process offers much higher quality and durability than just painting your cabinets and more convenience with a lower cost than traditional kitchen remodels. This will give you beautiful, refinished cabinets with money left to update countertops, backsplashes or appliances.
Refinish without compromise. N-Hance can help with any wood refinishing need: cabinets, hardwood floors, exterior and interior doors, built-ins, stair parts, moldings, trim and furniture. Beyond wood refinishing: granite. Typically, our cost is about 1/2 to 3/4 the cost of refacing, and much, much less than replacing cabinets. Visit our website at www. nhance.com/eugene and find us on Facebook. As always, feel free to call with questions or to set up an in-home consultation at 541229-8330.
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World Wide Granite & Tile is a retailer, fabricator and installer of all types of natural stone products such as granite, marble, travertine, limestone, onyx, and soapstone, as well as quartz products. Whatever you need for solid surface counters for a kitchen, vanity, or fireplace, we have you covered. We are family owned and operated, with over 20 years combined experience. We provide our services to homeowners, designers, contractors, and commercial properties and have a vast knowledge of the natural stone industry. World Wide Granite is a family owned and locally operated business. By shopping with us your purchase will support the local economy right here in Lane County.
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tractors. That means that when you turn to us for door or winFlorence Home and Garden dow replacement, you’ll receive Show. the kind of full, dedicated serThese flags and poles are truly vice you deserve. Renewal American, made right here in the by Andersen has replaced good old U-S-of-A. more than two million Check out Oregon Flag and windows. You can count on Pole’s new solar light for the flag us to do the job right with a poles that are ultra-sensitive to respectful approach and proUV rays and also has the ability to fessionalism you’d expect from an charge in the rain. These are built industry leader. to withstand the extreme weather Each member of our team has conditions in the Pacific North- undergone rigorous training in west — just like our flag poles. the design and installations of Come by and enjoy the spe- the products and materials we cial show package offering that use. The precision of our instalincludes approximately lations is unmatched by any $75 in accessories. other local contractor, and as For more info, visit the exclusive local Renewal by Oregon Flag and Pole Andersen retailer, so are our at www.oregonflagandmaterials. pole.com or stop by the To learn more about Rebooth at the Florence Home and newal by Andersen, give us a call Garden Show. at 503-465-8600 or visit renewalbyandersennw.com. Patrick Myers Tree Service Based in North Bend, Ore., Rhino Shield Patrick Myers Tree Service has by Secure Coatings, LLC been serving coastal communities For more than a dozen years, in Coos, Curry, Douglas and Lane Rhino Shield Ceramic Coatings counties since 1995. by Secure Coatings, LLC has piThe tree service provides ex- oneered the development and inpert tree removal and related stallation of ceramic elastomeric services from Port Orford to Flor- wall coating technology. ence, including tree trimming, Rhino Shield breaks the perpetbrush clearing, stump grinding ual exterior painting cycle with its and 24-hour emergency service. proprietary and revolutionary ceCall today for a free consul- ramic coating system, hence our tation with Patrick Myers Tree slogan “Never Paint Again!” and Service’s Certified Arborist. “It’s Not Paint.” In Coos Bay and North Bend, Rhino Shield eliminates frecall 541-756-3197; in Bandon, quent house repainting. It looks call 541-347-9124; and in Flor- like exterior latex paint but dries ence, call 541-997-1600 — or to an 8 to 9 times greater mil go to www.patrickmyerstree thickness and is available in an service.com. endless array of colors. It also meets or exceeds all the key tests Renewal by Anderson for coating durability and perHomeowners rely on Renewal formance and has been tested by by Andersen of Portland to pro- BASF labs. vide them with top quality reRhino Shield contains low placement windows and doors. VOCs and is nontoxic, low odor Renewal’s team of experienced and nonflammable. It also wadesign consultants and installa- terproofs your home or building tion specialists have worked with and helps prevent mold, mildew thousands of homeowners in the and algae growth. It allows natNorthwest to improve the look, ural water vapors to escape feel, and value of their homes due to its superior breathabilthrough door and window re- ity properties, thus preventing placement. coating breakdown. Here at Renewal by Andersen, In addition, Rhino Shield every project we undertake is per- works on virtually any surface formed by our own local contrac- including wood, stucco, Hardietors without the use of sub-con- Plank, brick and block.
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visible” fishing line and then get spooked off. • Plant plants that produce strong aromas. The experts at Good Housekeeping suggest planting lavender and marigolds. Deer will be reluctant to walk through because the smell can interfere with their ability to find food and assess their environment via their sense of smell. • Stock up on soap. The tallow in soap helps keep deer away, according to the University of Vermont Extension Department of Plant and Soil Science. Scented soaps like Irish Spring may be especially good at warding off deer. • Plant in levels. Raised beds and sunken gardens can discourage deer from coming into the yard because they aren’t avid climbers. • Employ harmless scare tactics. Deer are skittish, and any unfamiliar movement or sound may scare them away. Cans hung from strings, sundials and lights can keep them at bay. Deer will seek out an easy meal, but homeowners can take steps to safeguard their trees, flowers and shrubs.
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Deer, which live on all continents except Antarctica, can survive in everything from mountainous areas to wet rainforests to suburban neighborhoods. These herbivores are voracious eaters that will search far and wide for their meals. Home landscapes tend to be easy pickings for foraging deer. Many people are excited to see deer in their neighborhoods because they can be such graceful creatures to behold. However, once deer start to munch on ornamental trees, annuals and flowering shrubs, the novelty of these animals may wear off. Furthermore, deer also can be covered in ticks that spread illnesses like Lyme disease. Here are some tips to keep deer at bay. • Avoid tasty morsels. Deer like English ivy, lettuces, impatiens, pansies and hostas. Fruit trees also are targets. • Use fishing line to deter deer. Put a few stakes in the ground and then run fishing line at a height of about three feet. Deer can sense movement but do not have keen vision. As the deer approach your garden, they’ll brush against the “in-
Rodger Bennett Photography The eye-popping work of local photographer Rodger Bennett can be seen at the Florence Home and Garden Show. A regular feature of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Center monthly art exhibit, Bennett’s photos on high-gloss metal feature sharp detail and brilliant color. “This year we’ll have a collection of local scenes. All will be shown as metal prints, some with vibrant colors, some with stark contrasts in black and white. The Siuslaw waterfront is the major backdrop for the work and includes some unique shots of the McCullough bridge over the Siuslaw River,” Bennett said. He can be contacted at 541991-0777 or through PhotoByRodger.com. His gallery and office is at 1234 Rhododendron Dr., suite 7. Bennett’s work generally includes what he enjoys most — Oregon landscapes, wildlife, art, action photography, individual and family portraits, and business/commercial photography. “There are a couple of familiar local scenes on display. Although the images are not the frequently seen angles of the Excavation Services include: locations we all know and • Reducing erosion problems love,” he added. • Drainage systems Bennett has many years • Land clearing and site preparation of shooting and process• Utility lines ing still photos and re• Digging and trenching mains obsessed with the • General grading fundamentals that make • Installing septic systems a great photograph: light, Mulching Services include: shadows, composition and emotion. But to the • Clear your defensible space of any dead vegetation, trees, or brush question of his • Haul away piles of brush to be disposed of certificates or • Mulch your property to avoid any buildup of new vegetation honors, he’ll only admit to “a few prizes and ribbons and lots of ooohs and Rotex Excavation – Construction is a subsidy of Gary Lee Construction Established in 1997 aaaahhs.” CCB # 122966 • DEQ # 39131 VENDORS continue 9C
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FLORENCE HOME & GARDEN SHOW | MARCH 2020 | 9C VENDORS from page 8C Rotex Excavation & Gary Lee Construction EXCAVATION: Make sure you build on solid ground with a preferred excavation company. Don’t trust just anyone to dig on your property. Rotex Excavation specializes in excavation services. Y o u should hire a professional grading contractor to complete your excavation project because we’re experienced in: • Reducing erosion problems • Drainage systems • Land clearing and site preparation • Utility lines • Digging and trenching • General grading • Installing septic systems DON’T NEGLECT YOUR LAND The benefits to Forestry Mulching:
• The mulch will decompose, providing nutrients and enriching the top soil • You won’t have to haul away piles of brush to be burned or disposed of • We’ll come to your property, making the forestry mulching process easy and convenient • Forestry mulching prevents overgrowth into neighboring properties, keeping your fence lines clear • By mulching unwanted brush and trees, you’ll keep any utility or right-of-way easements on your land clear and accessible OREGON’S DEFENSIBLE SPACE LAW Property owners in Lane County Oregon must clear 30 to 100ft. of space around their home for wildfire protection. In order to improve your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire, it is essential to create a defensible space. This space is a buffer between
Scentsy your home, building or property and the grass, trees, shrubs and any woodland area surrounding it. Ask us more about defensible space and the two zones surrounding your home or building. People are encouraged to check with their local fire department for any additional information needed for defensible space in your area.
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As winners of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce’s Stu Johnston Business of the Year award for 2019, Hyak continues to push leading-edge technology as we install our gigabit fiber optic internet. We are upgrading our wireless internet services with the newest technology. Hyak’s most recent projects include installing fiber optic cables in the Pacific View Business Park last year and providing services to residential areas around it, such as Maple Street and Mulberry Loop off Airport Drive, Whispering Pines Apartments and surrounding areas. “We continue to add neighborhoods, with Park Village coming online in the coming weeks,” said Hyak COO Neil Ecker. “We just connected Oyster Cove to the network.” To get your neighborhood on the list, text “FIBER” to 33777 or go to hyak.co and Hyak might come there next. Gigabit fiber optic internet means we can provide 1gig — that’s 1,000 megabytes — and 10gig internet. “We are bringing crazy fast internet to the Florence area and are excited to
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tables with a storage ottoman where books and magazines can be stored to give a room a fresh, clean look. Accent features Sometimes the smallest changes to an interior space make the biggest impression. Replace dated accents like vases and table lamps with newer items that reflect the latest styles and trends. Such adjustments won’t break the bank, and they can give rooms a whole new feel. Spring is a great time to reconsider home interiors. This spring homeowners can embrace various strategies, both big and small, to give their homes a whole new feel.
Prevent growth of mold/mildew Mold and mildew are not only unsightly, but unhealthy. These fungi grow readily in damp areas and are found in the air both indoors and outside. If left unaddressed, mold and mildew can threaten the health of a home’s inhabitants. Molds serve the purpose of destroying organic materials, but in high amounts, these microorganisms can cause respiratory problems, sinus congestion, throat irritation, headaches and other issues, particularly when mold grows unchecked indoors. As a result, it is essential to address mold before it becomes problematic. The wet season in winter is when molds often grow and expand. Mold can break down the integrity and strength of the surfaces where it grows.
Homeowners can employ the following strategies to prevent mold growth. • Keep all surfaces clean, using proper cleaning products. Diluted bleach solutions are highly effective at killing microscopic fungi, viruses and bacteria. • Reduce moisture and humidity by ensuring sufficient air circulation in rooms, particularly bathrooms and kitchens. An exhaust fan will help. • Fabrics covered in mildew that can be laundered should be carefully removed and washed in chlorine bleach and hot water. • Invest in a dehumidifier that can reduce moisture in the home in problem areas, such as damp basements or garages. • Fix plumbing leaks and
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