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Flooring Major design element fashion whether in apparel or home furnishings is always subject trends One year hemlines are up next year they arc down Likewise home fashion styles require interior decorators and homeowners to keep in louch with the latest styles Jnd color trends all from floor ceiling each clement of the room helps make a com plete fashion statement re flee ling ihc personality and lifestyle of its owner Now more than ever flooring is a ma jor fashion element in home design It can dominate or support a theme de It is the key piece of the decorating And color is on integral pan of thai floor At cording to Leonard A vice president of styling and design for Congolcum Corporation the fashion leader in resilient flooring Economic trends have an impact on fashion trends The economy is single most fat lor in determining what colors and styles sell As the economy mcrs tend lo exhibit a more positive attitude and brighter today jrc toward more A preventive maintenance program for your home Corporation believes Blue the rise Blue tones are Hie newest freshest statement in color They will be a selling item as well as a classic color making a cool stale There is a growth of imercsl in mauve red and peach families Gold tones are on the rise The preen family is cool alternative which will very popular within the next few years Almond has peaked as the dominant neutral it will luse popularity just in the 1960s Gray will replace it as major color for the balance of the 1980s Browns especially deep shades like arc on the decline Mr Ludovico who represents I cum is an attuc member of the Color Marketing Group says These color statements are important factors in help nig determine it will take in planning our fashion forward produtt lines for imaginative and As homeowners we should take a page from industry book and inmate a preventive maintenance program tor our home Industry learned long ago thai it tschcapcriomiunuin both equip ment and premises on a regular basis thin Co wait for a breakdown to repair ihc problem maintaining your car regularly to prevent large re pair bills later A good plan to tit down with calendar early the year and note jobs that should be done regularly as well as the seasonal chores This will act as a reminder as you mm the pages of the calendar each month It is also wise to note the itemsyouhadn thought of as the occur The calendar then serves as an excellent reference neat year In a short column like this we can list every necessary job but we will note a few and let you otherwise compile your own unique list I The furnace has several areas that need attention First the motor should HEAL ESTATE OUTLOOK Wednesday February Page money with water leakage but pro longed use of a tap with a worn washer may ruin the seat necessitating expen sive repair or replacement Gutter and downspouts should be checked before the winter sets in leaves and should be removed The latter can create an ice dam and cause water back up and leak into the house Joints should also be checked and scaled if they are leaking The downspout can be tested with a fait- hose to insure there are no blockages If your downspout empties be sure the flow away from the foundation to prevent flooding from heavy fall or spring rains and meltoff Check the hoses on your auto matic washer regularly and make it a rule to shut off the water supply to the washer after use Many floods have been caused by split washer be lubricated once a year preferably at the start of the season Do not pump of oil into the oiling cap A or two is sufficient as loo much oil cause problems White there check the fan belt for fraying or brittle neas of either replace tL Filters should be changed regularly for best performance Do not forget about the humidifier if you have one This should be cleaned and the elements or drum sleeve inspected and changed if 2 Drains should be treated with one of the drain lady at least twice a year There is always a buildup of grease hair or soap and regular attention can prevent a disastrous flood later At the tame time check the workings of your toilet tank for wear and corrosion The of water leakage can far exceed the of replacement workings While checking the plumbing examine all the lap wash en Not only does a worn washer waste The Lord shall give thee 14 la More buyers in 1987 Trie value of property sales reported by Ileal Estate Board members In one exceeded WOO million the President Ivan Con linued home and Industrial building develop ment higher and an Increased de mand for properties in our urea contributed to the increase In the total dollar volume which stood at million in 1986 he advised During I9B7 more than transactions wen reported sold through the boards MLS system Mr staled thai As noted several times throughout the year low in t crest rates a reasonable Inventory at available property and stable prices provided excellent conditions for buyers For the last months of 1987 buyers enjoyed more flexlbili ty In their buy in decisions than earlier In the These factors also Influenced the decision of many to enter the real estate pro fession resulting in an increase in board membership from about in to almost 1 today The covers the areas of Brampton Mai ton Georgetown and Bolton Thi flurry of activity during the earliest months of was followed by a short lull The market then stabilized in late summer because the demand for housing continued and the stock of available properties relumed more typical numbers Compared with cor tain other investment strategics real estate ownership continues to demonstrate that It is an excellent hedge against inflation said Mr A review of the average sale prices of detached homes in our area shows an Increase of 12 per cent from a figure of in December of 19B6 to 177 in December He also projects that the real estate market should remain healthy in our area during i9BS with the continued demand high levels of construction and comfortable Interest rules Mr concluded by saying The members of the Brampton Ileal Estate Board arc looking forward to satisfying the needs of both buyers and sellers In You can I beat a ravino wrung lor beauty year round Fabulous Spacious home in control area of Pricoa at Call Qlenda Hughes Solos anytime enjoy all the seasons from your cheerful Is lull extras lor DO Chock out an the details during a relaxed viewing with John His Sales Rep NRS003 feJ Brand Realty Inc Realtor Bus 8730300 Res 8778402 Large corner lot with fruit trees and pool NEW LISTING OFFERED AT 59900 For your personal viewing Call Bill or Andy King Huge rec room wltti fireplace GUELPH STREET BUSINESS established Local Business For Sale 00 In Inventory Included Gross Sales 00 In 986 A FANTASTIC DEAL FOR THE PERSON OFFERED AT Rap RESTAR REALTY GROUP INC NETWORK OF THE STARS MEMBER REALTOR