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6 Real Estate Weekend Digest, Friday, August 17, 2007 Paint perfection: Here are the latest colours and sheens Painting is one of the easiest ways to change the look of a room. Whether you're looking to create an old world feel in the dining room or a modern space in the kitchen, colour on the walls helps tie a room together and injects a little personality in to the space we call home. Before you pick up a brush, consider the following trends and tips for choosing the right colour from The Home Depot Canada: Paint and light: Choosing paint colour is an important first step in the painting process. Before heading to the store, walk through your home and pay special attention to each room's natural and artificial light. Keep in mind that lighter colours tend to make a room look brighter and sometimes larger, while darker colours create a more intimate atmosphere. Colour trends: Versatile water colours or shades inspired by the ocean work well with any style from classic to contemporary. For a vintage feel, pale shades of straw, brick or marigold ­ colours that originate from Victorian times ­ are now the latest trend in modern style. For the more adventurous, consider a bright shade of watermelon, mango or lime to add punch to the entire room or to accentuate one wall. Colour personalities: Cooler shades of red, including raspberry, fuchsia and deep pink are a hot trend and a great way to add energy and drama to a room. Meanwhile, fresh orange shades create a happy or social mood, while green sets the tone for a cheerful yet calm atmosphere. A subdued blue creates a more formal space and brings out the best in traditional decors, while a greeny-blue works well with the sleek look of modern interiors. Supreme sheen: Other than colour, selecting the right paint sheen will affect the look of a room. Sheen is the amount of light reflected from the paint's surface. Flat paint absorbs light , while gloss paint reflects it. Typically, the flat/matte sheen is used on interior walls, while satin finishes are used on exterior surfaces. Sheen for select spaces: Oil and latex base paints are available in various sheens. Flat and matte sheens give a smooth, subtle and elegant finish that helps hide surface imperfections. Flat and matte sheens work well in living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. For a laundry room, bathroom or children's room where washable walls are needed, an eggshell, low-lustre or satin sheen will do the trick. For more information on the latest paint colours, trends and painting tips, visit homedepot.ca or The Home Depot in your community. --News Canada FEATURE HOMES OPEN HOUSE SAT. AUG 18 & SUN. AUG 19 2-4 PM 129 TANNERS DR., ACTON $424,900 OPEN HOUSE - SAT. AUG 18 & SUN. AUG 19 2-4 PM 75 DAIRY DR., ACTON $424,900 LIVING IN STYLE DIANNE PENRICE** Broker (905) Wonderful 2 bedroom condo apartment within walking distance of Downtown, GO station, in a luxury building. The apartment comes with its own locker & underground parking space. Balcony overlooks park-like grounds. Ensuite laundry. Master bdrm with full ensuite, plus 3 piece bath. Living rm boasts a gas fireplace & dining rm has plenty of space for your dining set. Asking $249,900. For personal viewing call Dianne* 905-8775165. MLS#W1167371 07-425-30 DEBORAH GILMORE *Sales Rep. EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW... A PERFECT "10" Open concept home with upgraded family size kitchen, great room with gas fireplace, cathedral ceiling & decorative columns, formal dining room, large entrance foyer w/entrance to garage, master has built-in closet and amazing ensuite bath. For more information call Deborah* or check the website. MLS#W1152743 2000 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW FAMILY HOME 3 bedroom home with room to grow! 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Fernbrook home in the most demanding quiet street in Georgetown South. 2 master bedrooms, family room open to above, dining room has coffered ceiling, extra wide and deep lot. All appliances included in the sale price. Vendor is very motivated. To see this property call Harvinder Dulku* at 416-705-6669 COUNTRY LIVING AND ONLY MINUTES TO TOWN JEFF MILLER *Sales Rep. 905-792-7800 Superstars, Brokerage (905) 450-3355 www.etsellshomes.ca RCR Realty, Brokerage Private custom built 8 year old bungalow on over 6 acres. Open concept kitchen and family room as well as a classy formal dining room. 2 walkouts to large deck and hot tub. All hidden behind mature trees. Room for your toys. On paved road - 30 min. to 401 & min. to Hillsburgh and Erin. X1200779 NEW PRICE $519,900 CARRIERS NEEDED ACTON Vimy St. Main St. South Church St. West Adams Court GORGEOUS BUNGALOW ... JODIE McGUCKEN *Sales Rep. If interested, please call CIRCULATION (905) 877-5165 On a quiet street nestled amongst executive homes with 85' frontage & almost 1800 sq. ft. of elegant living space on one floor. Dark hrdwd flrs, 9' ceilings, vaulted ceilings, pot lights, upgraded kit. cabinetry with crown moulding & under counter lighting, walkout to deck & landscaped yard, solid oak staircase to basement, master has 4 pc ensuite with separate shower, soaker tub & walk-in closet, parking for 6 cars in the driveway (no sidewalk!). Call Jodie* today. www.jodiemcgucken.com for more photos GEORGETOWN Davis Cres. Meadowlark Anderson Court Costigan Court Charles St. Church St. 905-873-0301 If you would like to advertise on this page, call Sue Spizziri at 905-873-0301 THE INDEPENDENT & FREE PRESS