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August 3, 1994 * Once you‘ve come up with the color of your choice in the store, whether starting from scratch or matchâ€" ing a color swatch, we suggest that you select several more paint chips in similar tones and shades (lighter and darker), then take them all home and look at them in the room to be painted. Following are some tips from Margi Billesdonâ€"Kyle, manager â€" color design, Para Paints, to help you make the right color choice for your next painting job: ow many times have you Hbought something in a store and . 4BR found the color looks completeâ€" ly different in your home? That‘s because color is affected by light and also the colors surrounding it. And in the case of painted walls, the depth and intensity is also affected by the sheen levels. * View the colors at different times of the day, making sure that you see them in daylight and artificial light. If you have several light sources, i.e., haloâ€" gen, incandescent or fluorescent, be sure to test under each one, as certain colors do not work well under some lights. * Remember that the intensity of the color will be much greater on a larger expanse of wall. THERE‘S A LOT MORE TO COLOR THAN LOOKING AT A PAINT CHIP * Make sure you see the color you‘ve selected against those around it. White sets off a color, giving it a greater conâ€" trast, and a truer color. * The sheen level will make a differâ€" ence too. A matte surface will absorb color, so that it will appear darker; eggshell or velvet give a warm finish with a more lustrous sheen. A high gloss will reflect light, so that it will appear brighter, but remember that the higher the gloss level, the more it will reflect s with other types of fashion, Afloor covering is subject to a wide variety of economic and environmental changes. The impact of trends extends itself beyond the carpet itself to its individual components. Carpet color is one such element that is greatly influenced by fluctuations in our turbulent environmental climate. Weinz Woest, residential stylist and colorist at Peerless Carpet Corporation, Canada‘s leading carpet manufacturer, explains what‘s hot in 1994, and the factors shaping this year‘s color trends. Recurring environmental themes, such as "recycling," "organic‘" and "natural" are making themselves echo throughout the private and corporate sector. At the same time, the lingering economic weakness has shoppers searching for safe and practical choices to help them ride out the current temâ€" New carpet hues influenced by natural environment "SLATS appeals to the "SLATS appeals to the decorator in me. money manager in me. [sae | s3s | saa | ss3 | se2 | s71 | sei_| so0 _I |sae | sae | sas | se | see | s7o | see | | [sso | sa1 | ss2 | se | s7s | see | se?_| sine I [sas | saz | sei |_s7a | sez | si00 | s1a | S126 | [s37 | ss1 | ses | s79 | sos | s107 | si22 | s135 | Both these factors dictate a slower color trend for 1994 with consumers on a calm and conservative quest for harâ€" mony and value. and show up imperfections * Once you‘ve decided on a color and finish, it‘s a good idea to buy a small can and paint a small area of the pest Yellow tints continue to gain in stature and are highly visible in the marketplace, ranging from delicate cream and butter hues to the richer tones of curry and gold. Green, the earthly color of the ‘90s, has absorbed the yellow influence as evidenced in the yellowâ€"greens, mid greens and olive shades. That inclinaâ€" tion follows through to both red and blue. Red, with yellow and orange overâ€" tones, follows suit with the inclusion of peach, floral, rust and mulled wine shades. Gone are the bright reds of the past years. We have drastically cut prices on hundreds of items in the store to make room for our new inventory on its way! Save now on sofa‘s and loveseats â€" all in stock! There are over 15,000 sq. feet of savings including bedrooms, dining rooms, mattresses and more...all top quality, Canadian furnishings at huge savings, right now! Vertical Blinds 36 The blueâ€"yellow connection has Includes All Hardware! Easy To Install! Sofas from * Loveseats from 599 e Wing Chairs from 299 *MDTH 14"â€"20" 20"â€"24" 2731" 36"â€"42" 66"â€"78" In Stock CUSTOM CUT to your width free e â€" Aluminum Mini Blinds Instant Blinds! rrom si resulted in rich blueâ€"greens, evoking pristine oceans and evergreen forests. Greys, while still popular, are makâ€" ing way for naturals, new earthâ€"tones, beiges and browns bearing either yelâ€" low (gold or bronze) or red (taupe and mauve) tints. Fruity plum shades persevere as strong preferences, especially in their contrasting role to luxurious greens. Teals, now slightly yellowed, remain strong selling colors while the sale of greyedâ€"off teals, from pale to deep, remain hardy. Jewel tones have fared less well, with the classic deep shades of blue, red and green, appearâ€" ing dull and frequently a bit broken. Overall, the trendâ€"words of "Ecology" and "Coloromics" signify little change for 1994, with consumers choosing reflective warmth and practiâ€" cal shades to adorn their homes. wall. Or you could paint a piece of brisâ€" tol board and hold it against the wall to be painted. If you plan to use two coats, then it‘s best to test it with two coats. * You just have to have that color you‘ve seen in a model suite or a friend‘s home! Remember the rules mentioned above. You might want to double check it first as it might look different in your own home. UPTO UPTO UPTO 45"LONG 64"LONG â€" 84"LONG 8.95 14.00 18.00 23.00 29.00 15.00 16.00 23.00 §$q.95 Choice of 100 Colours Double Valance Custom Controls BLINDS MORE FOR LESS ith the varieties of carpet available on the market \;s/ today, shoppers who have made the decision to purchase are often faced with a multitude of choicâ€" es that can often be confusing. Obvious considerations are color and price, but anâ€"aspect often overlooked is that of choosing the carpet that‘s right for your lifestyle. Here are some questions that you should ask yourself before you go shopping for carpet. It will save time and enable you to make a confident decision. Lifestyle as important as color and style when choosing carpet Do you have kids? Kids can put a lot of mileage on your carpet. Spills, leaks, and traffic patterns, can all contribute to the early aging of a carpet. So, look for a carpet that‘s spillâ€"proof, stainâ€"andâ€"soilâ€" resistant and holds up well under traffic. LA FLOOR GO@NNECTIQN F4 ____T 58 u | «c Save With Our Multiâ€"Store Buying Power! ~ ALBERT‘S > CARPET PLAGE ... Quality is not expensive. .. it‘s priceless We built our reputation on it. ‘u"\ 131 Kerr Street 844â€"2355 ¢A Pets, too, should be considered. The same requirements as above should be respected but in addition, level loop, or berber carpets should be avoided a pet claws tend to catch on the loops and may cause prematur wearing of the carpet. Is your lifestyle casual or do you lean more towards the formal? Traditional, or more formal settings call for sophisticate straightâ€"set saxonies in rich hues or delicate pastels. While these classical saxonies tend to be less trackless that their casual cousin â€" the textured saxony â€" the overall effect of a room carpeted in the classical saxony is one of eminen sophistication and timeless style. IF Do you have pets? 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