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% PAGE 16-HOME IMPROVEMENT SUPPLEMENT, APRIL 20, 1973 Budget limited? Ready-to-assemble furniture stretches dollars There's probably no dec- the pieces is modest. orating problem more in­ timidating than that of making a large room look important with a limited amount of money. How to stretch dollars to cover basic requirements and still have enough left over for extras that add personality takes a lot of doing -- and more than a little know-how. As a starter, an easy rule- of-thumb is to put the larg­ est amount into the things that give the most effect, and economize on smaller pieces of furniture and ac­ cessories. This provides the option of gradual replace­ ment of more modest items as the budget allows, pos­ sibly shifting them to other rooms. It might be worth con­ sidering investing in the rug or carpeting and major up­ holstered pieces first as all of these provide an abun­ dance of color and design, and will give the room a sense of permanence. A happy solution for oc­ casional tables and cabinets might be found in the new contemporary collection of ready-to-assemble furni­ ture by JS Permaneer, a division of the Permaneer Corporation. Although they look high priced, the cost of Their pecan and black vinyl surfaces trimmed with a chrome-finished brushed steel frame reproduce high- fashion materials in dura­ ble, budget-conscious man- made substances.. The hardy vinyl veneer is laminated,, to a particle board base that eliminates the problems of warping and provides a washable, stain, heat and scratch-re- sistant surface -- qualities that recommend themselves for any room that takes a lot of family use. They'd be excellent for a living room, particularly in a home with small children, and could be moved later, if preferred, to a family room or den. The added convenience of being able to walk right out of the store with the furni­ ture in a neat little package is an extra attraction. It can be assembled easily with just a screw-driver. The tables, for example, have two screws for each leg--eight screws and voila! a table. With the savings made on these, it may be possible to buy that special lamp, pic­ ture or other accessory that will just finish off the room -- and make it really you. K<iiiiill> ill home* in a luxurious living room or in a budgcl-pi-ircd >tu<lio, tin- *illion- «'ltos of modern occasional table* l»> JS/Prriiiam-rr hlnitl ltcaiilil'iilU with traditional or con­ temporary furnishing*. High-piled rug and colorful throw pillow- protidc tevtural contrast to the sleek lines of the tables. A douhlc-lccgcd parsons table efTect is achieved lit placing two occasional tables together in corner. Durable ;i» well as llcxihlc, liquid spills or scratches cannot afTcct the tables' vinyl laminated surfaces. Approximate results, left to right: small cocktail table, 2 for $2t.95; larger occasional table, $21.95: cocktail table, $2 All come readv-to-assemble. Insulation test can add comfort save you money If your home is more than 15 years old, it probably is not adequately insulated. That means you may be wasting more than 45% of all the fuel you use. Putting it more plainly, it means you are paying almost twice as much as you should to keep your family comfort­ able. There are some simple tests to determine whether or not you fall in this category. Place a thermometer against an outside wall and another thermometer in the center of the room. Leave them for 4 hours, then take readings. The thermometer on the outside wall should not be more than 5 degrees lower than the one in the middle of the room. If it is, it's a good indication that your home needs insulation. You also may be losing heat from openings in your home. Light a candle and hold it near the edges of windows and doors. If it flickers, you probably need caulking, weather-strip­ ping, or storm windows and doors. They can cut your fuel costs by as much as 10 percent. BEN ARVIDSON & SONS MCHENRY COUNTY'S HEADQUARTERS SWIMP00LS toft REMODELING CONSTRUCTION GENERAL CONTRACTORS • Remodeling • Residential • Commercial PATIO and LAWN ACCESSORIES That Add that Extra Touch of Beauty and Value to Your Home. SWIMMING POOLS AND SWIM CENTER Come And Visit Our Swim Center Today •Chemicals •Sullies •Equipment •Toys •Games •Bilnor Above Ground Ground Pools 10 Years Of Experience In Designing And Building Swimming Pools Pools for every taste Choose from a wide selection of in-ground pools for added /f>eauty of your home and landscape - indoors or out­ doors. All sizes above ground pools. Ben Arvidson & Sons, Inc. Quality Builders Halfway between McHenry and Crystal Lake 3209 S. Rte. 31 Crystal Lake, Illinois Come by or Phone 815-459-0660