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Upgrading the deck for your home Article Resource Association

Create more space at home Article Resource Association

Bulky space-consuming furniture is on its way out. Beautiful space-saving wood cabinetry is in, taking its rightful place throughout the home, from formal dining rooms to mud rooms. In fact, cabinetry is fast becoming the new furniture of choice. From floor-toceiling wall spaces to nooks and crannies, cabinetry can fit just about anywhere, such as bathrooms, foyers and hallways, and kids’ smaller bedrooms.

“With busier lifestyles, growing families, gourmet kitchens, home offices and diverse hobbies, consumers are purchasing more items than ever before. As a result, people are discovering more creative uses for cabinetry, such as lockers in mudrooms where kids can store their valuables after school, sports and other activities,” says Mindy Brooks, advertising and communications manager at HomeCrest Cabinetry.

Another popular trend is replacing old dressers and other unwieldy bedroom furniture with standard and custom cabinets that line walls or fit snugly into closets. Especially in smaller homes,

closed-door cabinetry or open bookshelves placed strategically as room dividers between living and dining areas, and all along walls, can generate new space by increasing storage options.

Not only does cabinetry utilize space better than furniture throughout the home, it helps you get organized and stay that way.

With cabinetry, everything has its own home so there’s less clutter and chaos in your life. For example, you can create a beautiful

wood wall-hugging credenza to showcase everything from your family heirlooms and framed photos to knick-knacks using shelves and glass-door display cabinets, while organizing a multitude of items that would otherwise be clutter, inside credenza drawers and closed cabinet spaces.

When using cabinetry instead of furniture, the design and storage possibilities are as rich as your imagination. To create a cozy country look and feel, you can choose closed cabinets and open bookshelves surrounding a mantel and fireplace in a den or living room. A window seat with built-in storage and marble-topped cabinetry on both sides creates a comfortable nook for reading and relaxing anyplace in the home where there’s a window with a view. You can even divide rooms using a beautiful wooden china hutch that combines closed solidwood storage cabinets stretching floor-to-ceiling at one end with elegant glass-door china display cabinets lowered to kitchen island-height at the other end, achieving an airy, open feel between rooms that doesn’t block light or conversation.

When it comes to home improvements, deck systems top the list with an estimated 4 million new decks built annually in the United States and 40 million remodeled decks gracing today’s homes. This rising trend has led manufacturers to offer a wider variety of deck materials, styles and options, but choices can be overwhelming. While wood has traditionally won the popularity contest for decks due to its natural appearance, vinyl is becoming a choice material for outdoor home entertaining due to its combination of carefree maintenance, aesthetics and value. Vinyl isn’t just for windows and siding anymore.

Why are more people “decking out” their homes with vinyl? One big reason is time. Working families value leisure time more than ever because they have less time to maintain their outdoor environments.

Vinyl decks are virtually maintenance-free, requiring only a yearly power-wash to maintain, whereas wood fades and deteriorates with costly regular stain and sealant applications. Unlike wood or composite, vinyl is color-fast and non-porous, so dirt and stains don’t collect to compromise appearance. Vinyl decks retain their original fresh appearance for many decades.

“Consumers are also choosing vinyl to save money.

While vinyl has a higher up-front cost than wood, it lasts longer and delivers a total return on investment in just five to seven years versus wood, which delivers no payback due to its prohibitive maintenance costs,” says Deron Manwaring, national sales and marketing manager, Royal Outdoor Products. Busy consumers who want to enhance their home’s value feel vinyl is well worth the investment.”

When shopping for the right deck supplier, keep several things in mind. Not all vinyl deck systems are the same. Find a supplier with a complete vinyl package that includes not only basic deck materials, but compatible vinyl rails, posts and trim to create an integrated look that adds curb appeal to your home exterior.

One company offering trend-setting vinyl deck solutions since 1988 is Royal Outdoor Products, which helps homeowners create stunning outdoor entertaining spaces. With Royal Outdoor Products’ customizable vinyl Deck Lok system, all deck, rail, post and trim components interlock using a tongue-and-groove system for easy installation, seamless beauty and versatility.

For more information call 800-488-5245 or visit www.royalcrownltd.com.

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Upgrading the deck for your home Article Resource Association

Create more space at home Article Resource Association

Bulky space-consuming furniture is on its way out. Beautiful space-saving wood cabinetry is in, taking its rightful place throughout the home, from formal dining rooms to mud rooms. In fact, cabinetry is fast becoming the new furniture of choice. From floor-toceiling wall spaces to nooks and crannies, cabinetry can fit just about anywhere, such as bathrooms, foyers and hallways, and kids’ smaller bedrooms.

“With busier lifestyles, growing families, gourmet kitchens, home offices and diverse hobbies, consumers are purchasing more items than ever before. As a result, people are discovering more creative uses for cabinetry, such as lockers in mudrooms where kids can store their valuables after school, sports and other activities,” says Mindy Brooks, advertising and communications manager at HomeCrest Cabinetry.

Another popular trend is replacing old dressers and other unwieldy bedroom furniture with standard and custom cabinets that line walls or fit snugly into closets. Especially in smaller homes,

closed-door cabinetry or open bookshelves placed strategically as room dividers between living and dining areas, and all along walls, can generate new space by increasing storage options.

Not only does cabinetry utilize space better than furniture throughout the home, it helps you get organized and stay that way.

With cabinetry, everything has its own home so there’s less clutter and chaos in your life. For example, you can create a beautiful

wood wall-hugging credenza to showcase everything from your family heirlooms and framed photos to knick-knacks using shelves and glass-door display cabinets, while organizing a multitude of items that would otherwise be clutter, inside credenza drawers and closed cabinet spaces.

When using cabinetry instead of furniture, the design and storage possibilities are as rich as your imagination. To create a cozy country look and feel, you can choose closed cabinets and open bookshelves surrounding a mantel and fireplace in a den or living room. A window seat with built-in storage and marble-topped cabinetry on both sides creates a comfortable nook for reading and relaxing anyplace in the home where there’s a window with a view. You can even divide rooms using a beautiful wooden china hutch that combines closed solidwood storage cabinets stretching floor-to-ceiling at one end with elegant glass-door china display cabinets lowered to kitchen island-height at the other end, achieving an airy, open feel between rooms that doesn’t block light or conversation.

When it comes to home improvements, deck systems top the list with an estimated 4 million new decks built annually in the United States and 40 million remodeled decks gracing today’s homes. This rising trend has led manufacturers to offer a wider variety of deck materials, styles and options, but choices can be overwhelming. While wood has traditionally won the popularity contest for decks due to its natural appearance, vinyl is becoming a choice material for outdoor home entertaining due to its combination of carefree maintenance, aesthetics and value. Vinyl isn’t just for windows and siding anymore.

Why are more people “decking out” their homes with vinyl? One big reason is time. Working families value leisure time more than ever because they have less time to maintain their outdoor environments.

Vinyl decks are virtually maintenance-free, requiring only a yearly power-wash to maintain, whereas wood fades and deteriorates with costly regular stain and sealant applications. Unlike wood or composite, vinyl is color-fast and non-porous, so dirt and stains don’t collect to compromise appearance. Vinyl decks retain their original fresh appearance for many decades.

“Consumers are also choosing vinyl to save money.

While vinyl has a higher up-front cost than wood, it lasts longer and delivers a total return on investment in just five to seven years versus wood, which delivers no payback due to its prohibitive maintenance costs,” says Deron Manwaring, national sales and marketing manager, Royal Outdoor Products. Busy consumers who want to enhance their home’s value feel vinyl is well worth the investment.”

When shopping for the right deck supplier, keep several things in mind. Not all vinyl deck systems are the same. Find a supplier with a complete vinyl package that includes not only basic deck materials, but compatible vinyl rails, posts and trim to create an integrated look that adds curb appeal to your home exterior.

One company offering trend-setting vinyl deck solutions since 1988 is Royal Outdoor Products, which helps homeowners create stunning outdoor entertaining spaces. With Royal Outdoor Products’ customizable vinyl Deck Lok system, all deck, rail, post and trim components interlock using a tongue-and-groove system for easy installation, seamless beauty and versatility.

For more information call 800-488-5245 or visit www.royalcrownltd.com.

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804 Summerhawk Dr. #10202 8

$109,900

231 Cardinal Way, #202

$118,000

Amenities

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DIRECTIONS: DI

From the intersection of WCR 1 and 9th Avenue: West on 9th Avenue to Summerhawk Drive, south (left) on Summerhawk Drive. East into Fairview Condo parking lot, just past outside pool.

First building on your left, East side. Second floor.

Sue Ellen Grimaud Real Estate of the Rockies

303-746-7670

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2018 Ionosphere #10

$132,000

Amenities

• 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath • Immaculate Condition • Upgraded Appliance Package Included • Fireplace • Media Niche • Outdoor Pool • Washer/Dryer Included • Cable TV, Water & Trash Included • Hike/Bike Trails Nearby • Easy Commute to I-25 or Diagonal

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From Hwy 287 (S Main St.), turn East on Quail Rd. The Longmont Museum and the Longmont Recreation Center will be on your left. Look for the Blue Vista sign on your right. Continue on to the Model Home at 117 Quail Rd.

Gay Kuhlmann Blue Vista

303-898-1070 GKuhlmann@ThistleCommunities.org www.ThistleCommunities.org

• One Bedroom, One Bath Condo • Courtyard View • Ample Storage • Beautiful Concrete Main Floor • Eco-Friendly Cabinets with Solid Maple Doors • Granite Countertops • Stainless Steel Energy Star Rated Appliances • Solar Assisted Radiant Floor Heat • Solar Heated Domestic Hot Water • Energy Efficient Central A/C • Healthy Interior: No or Low Toxic Interior Finishes • Very Low Utility Bills • Aluminum Clad Wood Windows • Low Maintenance Exterior • Bicycle Storage and Maintenance Area • Wind and Solar Powered

805 Summerhawk Dr. #J57

$134,900

Amenities

2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Top floor unit Open floor plan Covered porch Built Green, with exceptionally low utility bills Pedestrian-friendly neighborhood design Across the street from the Longmont Recreation Center and Cultural Museum 200 acres of County Open Space pace to the Southeast Future City park to the South Easy access to Downtown, Hwy 287, I-25, and the Diagonal Hwy

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Amenities • 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome • Large Master Bedroom and Second Bedroom on Upper Level • Kitchen and Living Areas on the Main Level • Full Unfinished Basement • 1 Car Garage, Reserved Space, and Ample Guest Parking • Central A/C

DIRECTIONS: DI

Longmont: Hwy 287 and Pike Road, South on Hwy 287 to Tenacity, West on Tenacity, South on Ionosphere. Boulder: Hwy 119 to Hover, South on Hover, East on Pike, South on Katy, East on Tenacity. South on Ionosphere.

DIRECTIONS: DI

From 9th Avenue and County Line Road, South on County Line, West on Deerwood, North on Summerhawk. Property on Left.

Linda Keseric

Nancy Forth

Elite Properties

RE/MAX Professionals

303-684-9999

303-304-7566

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804 Summerhawk Dr. #10202 8

$109,900

231 Cardinal Way, #202

$118,000

Amenities

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DIRECTIONS: DI

From the intersection of WCR 1 and 9th Avenue: West on 9th Avenue to Summerhawk Drive, south (left) on Summerhawk Drive. East into Fairview Condo parking lot, just past outside pool.

First building on your left, East side. Second floor.

Sue Ellen Grimaud Real Estate of the Rockies

303-746-7670

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2018 Ionosphere #10

$132,000

Amenities

• 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath • Immaculate Condition • Upgraded Appliance Package Included • Fireplace • Media Niche • Outdoor Pool • Washer/Dryer Included • Cable TV, Water & Trash Included • Hike/Bike Trails Nearby • Easy Commute to I-25 or Diagonal

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DIRECTIONS: DI

From Hwy 287 (S Main St.), turn East on Quail Rd. The Longmont Museum and the Longmont Recreation Center will be on your left. Look for the Blue Vista sign on your right. Continue on to the Model Home at 117 Quail Rd.

Gay Kuhlmann Blue Vista

303-898-1070 GKuhlmann@ThistleCommunities.org www.ThistleCommunities.org

• One Bedroom, One Bath Condo • Courtyard View • Ample Storage • Beautiful Concrete Main Floor • Eco-Friendly Cabinets with Solid Maple Doors • Granite Countertops • Stainless Steel Energy Star Rated Appliances • Solar Assisted Radiant Floor Heat • Solar Heated Domestic Hot Water • Energy Efficient Central A/C • Healthy Interior: No or Low Toxic Interior Finishes • Very Low Utility Bills • Aluminum Clad Wood Windows • Low Maintenance Exterior • Bicycle Storage and Maintenance Area • Wind and Solar Powered

805 Summerhawk Dr. #J57

$134,900

Amenities

2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Top floor unit Open floor plan Covered porch Built Green, with exceptionally low utility bills Pedestrian-friendly neighborhood design Across the street from the Longmont Recreation Center and Cultural Museum 200 acres of County Open Space pace to the Southeast Future City park to the South Easy access to Downtown, Hwy 287, I-25, and the Diagonal Hwy

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Amenities • 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome • Large Master Bedroom and Second Bedroom on Upper Level • Kitchen and Living Areas on the Main Level • Full Unfinished Basement • 1 Car Garage, Reserved Space, and Ample Guest Parking • Central A/C

DIRECTIONS: DI

Longmont: Hwy 287 and Pike Road, South on Hwy 287 to Tenacity, West on Tenacity, South on Ionosphere. Boulder: Hwy 119 to Hover, South on Hover, East on Pike, South on Katy, East on Tenacity. South on Ionosphere.

DIRECTIONS: DI

From 9th Avenue and County Line Road, South on County Line, West on Deerwood, North on Summerhawk. Property on Left.

Linda Keseric

Nancy Forth

Elite Properties

RE/MAX Professionals

303-684-9999

303-304-7566

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1625 Otis Drive

$145,000

805 Summerhawk Dr. #B9

$145,900

Amenities Energy Star Home High Efficiency Furnace Tankless Water Heater Low E Coated Insulation Upgraded Insulation Energy Efficient Lighting Open Floor Plan 3 Bedrooms 1 1/2 Bathrooms Great Mountain Views Craftsman Influenced Architecture • Easy Access to Bike and Walking Paths

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DIRECTIONS: DI

RE/MAX Traditions

303.682.2485 stvrainhfh.org

DIRECTIONS: DI

From Main Street go East on 9th Avenue, turn South on Summerhawk (last street before County Line Road). Take first right into complex, then third right to unit.

Josh Landers 303-819-1638

1247 Hummingbird Circle 12

Amenities

• 2 Spacious Bedrooms • Vaulted Ceilings • Master Bedroom With Walk-In closet • Central A/C • Fenced Yard With Flagstone Patio • 1/2 Block From New Blue Mountain Elementary • Short Walk to Parks, Playgrounds and Trails

From Longmont on Hover: Head West on Nelson Road, turn South (left) on 75th, turn East (left) on Mount Sanitas, house is at end on left. From Boulder: Head towards Longmont on CO-119, turn left at Niwot Road, turn right at 73rd, 73rd becomes 75th, turn right on Mount Sanitas. House is at end on the left.

For Sale

By Owner

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$195,000

Amenities

• 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome • Hardood Floors on Entire Main Level • Great Kitchen With Smooth Top Range • Designer Tile Accents in Kitchen • Central A/C • Full Unfinished Basement • One Car Detached Garage

East on 17th Ave., past Pace in the Shadow Grass Subdivision.

5612 Mount Sanitas Avenue 5

$168,400

Amenities

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Chip Allen Homeowner

720-204-0506

• Ready for move-in August, 2009 Choose your finishes!

• 3 bedrooms • 2.5 baths • Optional finished lower level with an additional bedroom and bath • Open floor plan • Built Green, with exceptionally low utility bills • Pedestrian-friendly neighborhood design • Across the street from the Longmont Recreation Center er and Cultural Museum • 200 acres of County Open Space to the Southeast • Future City park to the South • Easy access to Downtown, Hwy 287, I-25, and the Diagonal Hwy

DIRECTIONS: DI

From Hwy 287 (S Main St.), turn East on Quail Rd. The Longmont Museum and the Longmont Recreation Center will be on your left. Look for the Blue Vista sign on your right. Continue on to the Model Home at 117 Quail Rd.

Gay Kuhlmann Blue Vista

303-898-1070 GKuhlmann@ThistleCommunities.org www.ThistleCommunities.org

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1625 Otis Drive

$145,000

805 Summerhawk Dr. #B9

$145,900

Amenities Energy Star Home High Efficiency Furnace Tankless Water Heater Low E Coated Insulation Upgraded Insulation Energy Efficient Lighting Open Floor Plan 3 Bedrooms 1 1/2 Bathrooms Great Mountain Views Craftsman Influenced Architecture • Easy Access to Bike and Walking Paths

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DIRECTIONS: DI

DIRECTIONS: DI

RE/MAX Traditions

303.682.2485 stvrainhfh.org

DIRECTIONS: DI

From Main Street go East on 9th Avenue, turn South on Summerhawk (last street before County Line Road). Take first right into complex, then third right to unit.

Josh Landers 303-819-1638

1247 Hummingbird Circle 12

Amenities

• 2 Spacious Bedrooms • Vaulted Ceilings • Master Bedroom With Walk-In closet • Central A/C • Fenced Yard With Flagstone Patio • 1/2 Block From New Blue Mountain Elementary • Short Walk to Parks, Playgrounds and Trails

From Longmont on Hover: Head West on Nelson Road, turn South (left) on 75th, turn East (left) on Mount Sanitas, house is at end on left. From Boulder: Head towards Longmont on CO-119, turn left at Niwot Road, turn right at 73rd, 73rd becomes 75th, turn right on Mount Sanitas. House is at end on the left.

For Sale

By Owner

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$195,000

Amenities

• 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome • Hardood Floors on Entire Main Level • Great Kitchen With Smooth Top Range • Designer Tile Accents in Kitchen • Central A/C • Full Unfinished Basement • One Car Detached Garage

East on 17th Ave., past Pace in the Shadow Grass Subdivision.

5612 Mount Sanitas Avenue 5

$168,400

Amenities

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Chip Allen Homeowner

720-204-0506

• Ready for move-in August, 2009 Choose your finishes!

• 3 bedrooms • 2.5 baths • Optional finished lower level with an additional bedroom and bath • Open floor plan • Built Green, with exceptionally low utility bills • Pedestrian-friendly neighborhood design • Across the street from the Longmont Recreation Center er and Cultural Museum • 200 acres of County Open Space to the Southeast • Future City park to the South • Easy access to Downtown, Hwy 287, I-25, and the Diagonal Hwy

DIRECTIONS: DI

From Hwy 287 (S Main St.), turn East on Quail Rd. The Longmont Museum and the Longmont Recreation Center will be on your left. Look for the Blue Vista sign on your right. Continue on to the Model Home at 117 Quail Rd.

Gay Kuhlmann Blue Vista

303-898-1070 GKuhlmann@ThistleCommunities.org www.ThistleCommunities.org

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Airport Road

Nelson Road

Hover St

17th Ave 75th Street

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FIRESTONE FREDERICK

Mead: 12- 3207 Cottonwood Ct.

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2222 Calais Drive #B

By Melissa Rayworth The Associated Press

$349,000 Amenities • • • • • • • • • • • •

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Red can add burst of style

3 bdrm 3 bath 1950 Sq. Ft. Built in 2006 Beautiful Model Patio Home on Golf Course.

Granite Countertops Cherry Cabinets Stainless Steel Appliances Hardwood Floors Two-Sided Fireplace Custom Blinds DIRECTIONS: DI Main Floor Master with From 17th Avenue and Pace 5-piece Master Bath and Street, North on Pace Street to Granite Counters.

Calais Drive. Right on Calais Drive.

1246 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Basement 5-Star Energy – Green Built.

Stella Quirico CRS, GRI Re/Max Alliance

303-459-7304 stella@stellaquiricohomes.com 126932

It’s the color of passionate romance and thundering rage, the hue of choice for everything from sleek sports cars and old-school power ties to knockout nail polish.

Sexy or sweet, rugged or regal, red always gets noticed. And, according to interior designers, it’s a secret weapon if you want to add a burst of style and energy to your home without major expense or effort.

“Red is one of those statement colors,” says designer Janine Carendi.

Even in small doses, “it is something that can really ignite a room.”

It’s also a mood-lifter.

“Going into spring, it’s a lively, happy color,” says designer Mallory Mathison. “But it’s not pastel, so it’s unexpected. It has that ‘wow’ factor.”

In this season of bargain hunting, here’s your guide to seeing red – and using it affordably – to bring a fresh look and energy to your home.

Your go-to Color Designer Brian Patrick Flynn calls it “the bold neutral.” There are shades of red to match any colors already in your home.

Browns, blues, pinks, oranges, grays, black and white – “red even looks really good with lime green,” he says. “And depending on what you pair it with, it becomes more masculine or feminine.”

Red can be traditional (warm, deep reds like cranberry and cinnamon) or modern (brighter, lighter shades like true red or cherry), and it works as well with homey French country interiors as it does with elegant, Asian-inspired ones.

It’s also a quick-fix color. It can brighten a room that gets little sunlight or give a facelift to a room that feels dated. “So many people have been doing

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long time,” says Mathison. “Weed out the blue and add in red.”

Second Life If you have an old piece of furniture or accessory that’s functional but worn, paint it red. A bold, red lacquer finish “breathes new life into just about any piece and instantly makes it the star of the room,” Flynn says.

For small pieces, like chairs, lamps or vases, regular cans of spray paint should work. For large pieces, consider renting a sprayer (the technical name is HVLP, or high-volume low-pressure sprayer) from a home improvement store.

The cost is minimal, Flynn says, and the units come with instructions (the store may also offer tips on using it).

Small Doses “You probably wouldn’t wear an entire red outfit, but you can have red nails and pretty red lipstick or

way in your home,” says Mathison.

Search your home for items to group together, like books with red covers, red picture frames and pieces of art that include the color red.

Carendi often uses red as a “conceptual anchor,” threading red pieces through the rooms of a home “so that each room, however different they might be, they have a red element.”

Consider unexpected locations: Use a rich, red paint on a ceiling or in the interior sections of a bookcase. Carendi even suggests painting the inside of your closets a bright, cheerful red. (“It doesn’t cost any more,” she points out, “to get red paint versus white.”)

Flynn loves to energize a room with a red “conversation piece,” like a huge vase painted red.

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2222 Calais Drive #B

By Melissa Rayworth The Associated Press

$349,000 Amenities • • • • • • • • • • • •

• •

Red can add burst of style

3 bdrm 3 bath 1950 Sq. Ft. Built in 2006 Beautiful Model Patio Home on Golf Course.

Granite Countertops Cherry Cabinets Stainless Steel Appliances Hardwood Floors Two-Sided Fireplace Custom Blinds DIRECTIONS: DI Main Floor Master with From 17th Avenue and Pace 5-piece Master Bath and Street, North on Pace Street to Granite Counters.

Calais Drive. Right on Calais Drive.

1246 Sq. Ft. Unfinished Basement 5-Star Energy – Green Built.

Stella Quirico CRS, GRI Re/Max Alliance

303-459-7304 stella@stellaquiricohomes.com 126932

It’s the color of passionate romance and thundering rage, the hue of choice for everything from sleek sports cars and old-school power ties to knockout nail polish.

Sexy or sweet, rugged or regal, red always gets noticed. And, according to interior designers, it’s a secret weapon if you want to add a burst of style and energy to your home without major expense or effort.

“Red is one of those statement colors,” says designer Janine Carendi.

Even in small doses, “it is something that can really ignite a room.”

It’s also a mood-lifter.

“Going into spring, it’s a lively, happy color,” says designer Mallory Mathison. “But it’s not pastel, so it’s unexpected. It has that ‘wow’ factor.”

In this season of bargain hunting, here’s your guide to seeing red – and using it affordably – to bring a fresh look and energy to your home.

Your go-to Color Designer Brian Patrick Flynn calls it “the bold neutral.” There are shades of red to match any colors already in your home.

Browns, blues, pinks, oranges, grays, black and white – “red even looks really good with lime green,” he says. “And depending on what you pair it with, it becomes more masculine or feminine.”

Red can be traditional (warm, deep reds like cranberry and cinnamon) or modern (brighter, lighter shades like true red or cherry), and it works as well with homey French country interiors as it does with elegant, Asian-inspired ones.

It’s also a quick-fix color. It can brighten a room that gets little sunlight or give a facelift to a room that feels dated. “So many people have been doing

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Second Life If you have an old piece of furniture or accessory that’s functional but worn, paint it red. A bold, red lacquer finish “breathes new life into just about any piece and instantly makes it the star of the room,” Flynn says.

For small pieces, like chairs, lamps or vases, regular cans of spray paint should work. For large pieces, consider renting a sprayer (the technical name is HVLP, or high-volume low-pressure sprayer) from a home improvement store.

The cost is minimal, Flynn says, and the units come with instructions (the store may also offer tips on using it).

Small Doses “You probably wouldn’t wear an entire red outfit, but you can have red nails and pretty red lipstick or

way in your home,” says Mathison.

Search your home for items to group together, like books with red covers, red picture frames and pieces of art that include the color red.

Carendi often uses red as a “conceptual anchor,” threading red pieces through the rooms of a home “so that each room, however different they might be, they have a red element.”

Consider unexpected locations: Use a rich, red paint on a ceiling or in the interior sections of a bookcase. Carendi even suggests painting the inside of your closets a bright, cheerful red. (“It doesn’t cost any more,” she points out, “to get red paint versus white.”)

Flynn loves to energize a room with a red “conversation piece,” like a huge vase painted red.

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$1,399,000 4 bdrm 6 bath Total Sq. Ft. 4894 Finished Sq. Ft. 4894 Built in 2006 Lighthouse Cove Subdivision.

Eat-in Kitchen Open Floor Plan Separate Dining Room Abuts Pond/Lake Bar with Refrigerator Double Ovens Fireplace Master Bedroom with 5-Piece Master Bath • Sprinkler System • Oversized Garage • Much, Much More!

Does your bathroom resemble the bathroom of your childhood? Does it have the same unappealing colors, cold tile floors and dated decor as the day you bought the house?

If your bathroom is stuck in the ’60s, ’70s and even ’80s, then it’s time to upgrade. But don’t worry, you can transform it into a modern day showplace on a budget. Here are some tips to get you started.

Apply a Fresh Coat of Paint Nothing cleans up damaged and dingy walls better than a new color. Because the bathroom is a high-humidity area that is also enclosed, look for paints that are mildew-resistant but don’t contain harsh chemicals. Be a little artistic with your painting as well. Find textured paints to create barely-there patterns on the walls, or use two different paint tints to create shading or bold contrasting wall colors.

Amenities • 6,752 Total Sq. Ft. • 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath • Main Level Master w/Sitting Area, Steam Shower, 3 Sided Fireplace, Jet Tub • Office w/Wet Bar & Beautiful Built-Ins • 4 Car Garage 1,495 Sq. Ft. • Spacious Kitchen w/Island, Granite, Walk-In Pantry & Views • Vaulted Great Room w/Stone Fireplace & Wrap-Around Staircase • Huge Outdoor Living w/Covered ered Porch & Fire Pit • 1 Acre Backs to Open Space w/ Spectacular Views

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Hwy. 119 East to County Road 7. South on County Road 7 to Shoreline Drive. West on Shoreline Drive.

Update your Hardware Bathroom faucets and accessories have evolved over the decades, and style is the new design. Today’s products are able to match tastes ranging from exquisite vintage to ultra modern so you can transform your out-dated style into something perfect for a guest bath, master bath or children’s fun bathroom. Visit Faucet.com to find the right style for you.

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Change your Lighting A single light fixture or a worn-out overhead lamp doesn’t give a bathroom the illumination or style you need. A properly-lit bathroom provides comfort, charm, fashion and function. You may need lights above the sink or wall sconces to illuminate any dark shadows.

Find all the latest lighting styles at LightingShowplace.com.

Bring Comfort into the Shower A new massaging shower head is vital to making your shower inviting. Accompany the new fixture with a beautiful curtain and curved shower rod to match the rest of the room’s decor. Look for curtains that do not contain vinyl or PVC materials, because a 2008 study found vinyl curtains contain many toxic chemicals which can be released into the air when opened and hung. But don’t block out all that new light you just installed. Use a shower curtain that allows light into the tub area.

Warm up the Floor Don’t forget the cringe you feel every time you step onto your cold bathroom floor. If the tile is in good shape, or you don’t have the finances to install radiant heat throughout the bathroom, try a

decorative rug instead to keep your feet warm. You can forget about the old shag carpets with rubber backing. The styles, shapes and colors available are endless, in materials ranging from cotton to wool. Find a theme carpet for your children’s bathroom, or a beautiful bouquet of flowers to spice up your guest bathroom. To find your style, visit RugShowplace.com.

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Amenities • Main Level Master • Great Open Floor Plan • 4 Bed/4 Bath • Two Covered Patios • Wonderful Outdoor Living • Open Vaulted Ceilings • 2-Sided Fireplace • Full Basement • 4 Car Garage • Unobstructed Views • One Acre Lot • Backs To Private Trails

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Call Molly at the City of Longmont, 303.651.8530, for more information or visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/cdbg/housing for qualification guidelines.

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9845 Shoreline Drive

$1,399,000 4 bdrm 6 bath Total Sq. Ft. 4894 Finished Sq. Ft. 4894 Built in 2006 Lighthouse Cove Subdivision.

Eat-in Kitchen Open Floor Plan Separate Dining Room Abuts Pond/Lake Bar with Refrigerator Double Ovens Fireplace Master Bedroom with 5-Piece Master Bath • Sprinkler System • Oversized Garage • Much, Much More!

Does your bathroom resemble the bathroom of your childhood? Does it have the same unappealing colors, cold tile floors and dated decor as the day you bought the house?

If your bathroom is stuck in the ’60s, ’70s and even ’80s, then it’s time to upgrade. But don’t worry, you can transform it into a modern day showplace on a budget. Here are some tips to get you started.

Apply a Fresh Coat of Paint Nothing cleans up damaged and dingy walls better than a new color. Because the bathroom is a high-humidity area that is also enclosed, look for paints that are mildew-resistant but don’t contain harsh chemicals. Be a little artistic with your painting as well. Find textured paints to create barely-there patterns on the walls, or use two different paint tints to create shading or bold contrasting wall colors.

Amenities • 6,752 Total Sq. Ft. • 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath • Main Level Master w/Sitting Area, Steam Shower, 3 Sided Fireplace, Jet Tub • Office w/Wet Bar & Beautiful Built-Ins • 4 Car Garage 1,495 Sq. Ft. • Spacious Kitchen w/Island, Granite, Walk-In Pantry & Views • Vaulted Great Room w/Stone Fireplace & Wrap-Around Staircase • Huge Outdoor Living w/Covered ered Porch & Fire Pit • 1 Acre Backs to Open Space w/ Spectacular Views

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Hwy. 119 East to County Road 7. South on County Road 7 to Shoreline Drive. West on Shoreline Drive.

Update your Hardware Bathroom faucets and accessories have evolved over the decades, and style is the new design. Today’s products are able to match tastes ranging from exquisite vintage to ultra modern so you can transform your out-dated style into something perfect for a guest bath, master bath or children’s fun bathroom. Visit Faucet.com to find the right style for you.

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From Hover and Clover Basin Dr. go West 2 miles to Portico Lane, South into Portico around the roundabout to stop sign and right on Portico Lane.

Mimi Miller

Stan Meade

Re/Max Alliance

Summit Real Estate

303-709-6990

720-652-9191

Mimi.miller@comcast.net

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Change your Lighting A single light fixture or a worn-out overhead lamp doesn’t give a bathroom the illumination or style you need. A properly-lit bathroom provides comfort, charm, fashion and function. You may need lights above the sink or wall sconces to illuminate any dark shadows.

Find all the latest lighting styles at LightingShowplace.com.

Bring Comfort into the Shower A new massaging shower head is vital to making your shower inviting. Accompany the new fixture with a beautiful curtain and curved shower rod to match the rest of the room’s decor. Look for curtains that do not contain vinyl or PVC materials, because a 2008 study found vinyl curtains contain many toxic chemicals which can be released into the air when opened and hung. But don’t block out all that new light you just installed. Use a shower curtain that allows light into the tub area.

Warm up the Floor Don’t forget the cringe you feel every time you step onto your cold bathroom floor. If the tile is in good shape, or you don’t have the finances to install radiant heat throughout the bathroom, try a

decorative rug instead to keep your feet warm. You can forget about the old shag carpets with rubber backing. The styles, shapes and colors available are endless, in materials ranging from cotton to wool. Find a theme carpet for your children’s bathroom, or a beautiful bouquet of flowers to spice up your guest bathroom. To find your style, visit RugShowplace.com.

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3207 Cottonwood Ct., Mead

Amenities • Main Level Master • Great Open Floor Plan • 4 Bed/4 Bath • Two Covered Patios • Wonderful Outdoor Living • Open Vaulted Ceilings • 2-Sided Fireplace • Full Basement • 4 Car Garage • Unobstructed Views • One Acre Lot • Backs To Private Trails

DIRECTIONS: DI

Down Payment Assistance* Funds are available to assist with down payment and closing costs to help you purchase your first home anywhere in Boulder County, outside Boulder City limits. Up to 8.5% of the purchase price of a home (maximum $15,000) may be lent to qualified households.

Highway 66 east to County Road 7 - North 3 miles to County Road 36 (1-mile past 4-way stop). Type in directions here. Directions here.

Type in directions here.

Longmont *All buyers must qualify through the City of Longmont.

Call Molly at the City of Longmont, 303.651.8530, for more information or visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/cdbg/housing for qualification guidelines.

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Hardworking kitchens can feature stylish upgrades Years ago, the kitchen served an utilitarian function – a place to prepare food and clean the dishes. Today, it’s truly the nerve center of the house where families eat meals, discuss the day’s happenings, plan calendars, check e-mail and entertain.

As a result, more homeowners than ever seek ways to make their kitchens work harder so they can re-focus their energy away from cooking and cleaning, and put it more on their family and friends who have gathered.

High-tech faucets and appliances, expanded work surfaces and carefully thought-through floor plans are just a few elements that have emerged in kitchen trends. But one of the most noticeable differences in today’s kitchen is the demand for multiple sinks and various water sources.

According to Jeff Pratt, of Danze, a manufacturer of decorative plumbing products, many homeowners are using multiple sink areas to increase efficiency. However, they don’t want to sacrifice the ability to showcase their personal tastes and eye for design.

According to Pratt, the countertops you surround the sink with and the faucets you place on them, can add much of the design a homeowner seeks.

If you’re looking for ideas on how to make your kitchen more functional and stylish, consider integrating these options into your kitchen remodeling plan.

Main Sink An all-purpose station primarily used for clean-up duty, the main sink often features a deeper, single basin to handle dishes and oversized pots and pans. Pratt suggests pairing these sinks with a high-rise pre-rinse faucet or pull-down faucet. These faucets improve functionality of the sink area by allowing users to literally “take the water to the work,” but are noticeably fashionable.

Second Sink Often located in a center island, this sink helps avoid congestion at the main sink and is a great way to increase a kitchen’s workflow. Many refer to this sink as a prep sink, which quite literally is one of its primary uses.

Homeowners commonly use this extra workspace for cutting vegetables, chilling wine or washing hands before a meal.

Bar Sink Also referred to as a convenience sink or a beverage center, this area is traditionally used for entertaining purposes. It’s occasionally located on the center island, but is often placed on a separate countertop in the kitchen or adjacent room. Make sure to choose a faucet that matches the other kitchen faucets.

Looking for another water source without a full sink?

Try incorporating a pot filler faucet at your stovetop.

These faucets provide a convenient, safe way to add more water to boiling pots or saute pans.

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Stroll your neighborhood and chances are you’ll spot landscape shrub roses decorating someone’s garden or backyard. Take a drive into town, and you’ll see them planted at your favorite shopping center. If you haven’t noticed, landscape shrub roses have taken the country by storm. In home gardens, containers and along highways, these low-maintenance roses bloom continuously from spring until frost with little to no effort.

“Anybody can grow these hard-working roses, no matter where they live. If you can grow grass, you can grow landscape shrub roses,” says James A. Baggett, editor of Country Gardens Magazine.

Here are some tips on using landscape shrub roses in the garden and throughout the landscape.

Problem Solvers in Your Landscape Whether you live in a city or the ’burbs, have a small garden plot or large acreage, the gardening and decorating possibilities with shrub roses are endless.

Plant them individually among other shrubs, annuals and perennials, in mixed beds and borders.

Pot up a Container Garden designer Jon Carloftis prefers to plant shrub roses in containers. “I like to give them perfect planting conditions such as good drainage, rich soil and the addition of regular fertilizer that won’t be an overdose to neighboring plants,” he says.

Close to Home Nothing says simple elegance like the original Knock Out rose. Try planting them “en masse” against your front porch or home. The large clusters of cherry-red blooms say welcome with a generous bloom cycle of every five to six weeks. Against your house, porch or deck, the rich, eye-popping red color is a sure winner.

Second Look Curbside Appeal

add year-round beauty? Cluster shrub roses around a mailbox or blend with perennials to create visual curb appeal. Plant the award-winning Rainbow Knock Out along with perennials. This coral pink rose complements any color scheme and the blooms almost look hand-painted with rich yellow at the base.

Now You See it – Now You Don’t Do you have an unsightly utility unit, shed, trash can, or pool pump you want to hide? How about a slope or a hazardous spot to fill? Group hardy and attractive roses for a showy “cover-up.” Try planting Pink Double Knock Out with double flowers in a cheerful bubble gum hue. Unfazed by heat, this hardy shrub rose will cover up those unsightly spots with a pink profusion of color.

Borders and More Want to create a natural privacy fence in your backyard? Shrub roses will keep wandering children, pedestrians or stray dogs out of the landscape with a colorful living wall hedge.

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Hardworking kitchens can feature stylish upgrades Years ago, the kitchen served an utilitarian function – a place to prepare food and clean the dishes. Today, it’s truly the nerve center of the house where families eat meals, discuss the day’s happenings, plan calendars, check e-mail and entertain.

As a result, more homeowners than ever seek ways to make their kitchens work harder so they can re-focus their energy away from cooking and cleaning, and put it more on their family and friends who have gathered.

High-tech faucets and appliances, expanded work surfaces and carefully thought-through floor plans are just a few elements that have emerged in kitchen trends. But one of the most noticeable differences in today’s kitchen is the demand for multiple sinks and various water sources.

According to Jeff Pratt, of Danze, a manufacturer of decorative plumbing products, many homeowners are using multiple sink areas to increase efficiency. However, they don’t want to sacrifice the ability to showcase their personal tastes and eye for design.

According to Pratt, the countertops you surround the sink with and the faucets you place on them, can add much of the design a homeowner seeks.

If you’re looking for ideas on how to make your kitchen more functional and stylish, consider integrating these options into your kitchen remodeling plan.

Main Sink An all-purpose station primarily used for clean-up duty, the main sink often features a deeper, single basin to handle dishes and oversized pots and pans. Pratt suggests pairing these sinks with a high-rise pre-rinse faucet or pull-down faucet. These faucets improve functionality of the sink area by allowing users to literally “take the water to the work,” but are noticeably fashionable.

Second Sink Often located in a center island, this sink helps avoid congestion at the main sink and is a great way to increase a kitchen’s workflow. Many refer to this sink as a prep sink, which quite literally is one of its primary uses.

Homeowners commonly use this extra workspace for cutting vegetables, chilling wine or washing hands before a meal.

Bar Sink Also referred to as a convenience sink or a beverage center, this area is traditionally used for entertaining purposes. It’s occasionally located on the center island, but is often placed on a separate countertop in the kitchen or adjacent room. Make sure to choose a faucet that matches the other kitchen faucets.

Looking for another water source without a full sink?

Try incorporating a pot filler faucet at your stovetop.

These faucets provide a convenient, safe way to add more water to boiling pots or saute pans.

– Article Resource Association

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Thank You for Voting Us Boulder County’s Best Year after Year!

Add roses to your garden Article Resource Association

Stroll your neighborhood and chances are you’ll spot landscape shrub roses decorating someone’s garden or backyard. Take a drive into town, and you’ll see them planted at your favorite shopping center. If you haven’t noticed, landscape shrub roses have taken the country by storm. In home gardens, containers and along highways, these low-maintenance roses bloom continuously from spring until frost with little to no effort.

“Anybody can grow these hard-working roses, no matter where they live. If you can grow grass, you can grow landscape shrub roses,” says James A. Baggett, editor of Country Gardens Magazine.

Here are some tips on using landscape shrub roses in the garden and throughout the landscape.

Problem Solvers in Your Landscape Whether you live in a city or the ’burbs, have a small garden plot or large acreage, the gardening and decorating possibilities with shrub roses are endless.

Plant them individually among other shrubs, annuals and perennials, in mixed beds and borders.

Pot up a Container Garden designer Jon Carloftis prefers to plant shrub roses in containers. “I like to give them perfect planting conditions such as good drainage, rich soil and the addition of regular fertilizer that won’t be an overdose to neighboring plants,” he says.

Close to Home Nothing says simple elegance like the original Knock Out rose. Try planting them “en masse” against your front porch or home. The large clusters of cherry-red blooms say welcome with a generous bloom cycle of every five to six weeks. Against your house, porch or deck, the rich, eye-popping red color is a sure winner.

Second Look Curbside Appeal

add year-round beauty? Cluster shrub roses around a mailbox or blend with perennials to create visual curb appeal. Plant the award-winning Rainbow Knock Out along with perennials. This coral pink rose complements any color scheme and the blooms almost look hand-painted with rich yellow at the base.

Now You See it – Now You Don’t Do you have an unsightly utility unit, shed, trash can, or pool pump you want to hide? How about a slope or a hazardous spot to fill? Group hardy and attractive roses for a showy “cover-up.” Try planting Pink Double Knock Out with double flowers in a cheerful bubble gum hue. Unfazed by heat, this hardy shrub rose will cover up those unsightly spots with a pink profusion of color.

Borders and More Want to create a natural privacy fence in your backyard? Shrub roses will keep wandering children, pedestrians or stray dogs out of the landscape with a colorful living wall hedge.

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