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SUPPLEMENT TO McHENRY PLAINDEALER - PAGE 9 -WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1979 FOR AREAS WHERE GOOD LOOKS vie with the need for durability and care-free maintenance, Trend Car­ pet's decorative "Kashan" from its new Power Rac Col­ lection is a perfect answer. Developed to withstand heavy traffic and finished to repel soil, it has a urethane-cushioned backing that is easy on the feet and adds immeasurably to the long-wear of the carpet. Child-proof carpels for beautiful dining Most mothers of young­ sters know that the old phrase, "you can't have your cake and eat it, too," doesn't hold true with young chil­ dren. The crumbs, at least, are left liberally sprinkled around the floor as they de­ vour their favorite snack foods. This needn't be a problem, though, even for- the mother who has always yearned for beautiful, soft carpeting in her dining areas. Today's carpet manufac­ turers are producing carpet­ ing developed to withstand the wear of heavy traffic and careless children, but styled for the most varied and ele­ gant decor. Trend Carpet, for exam­ ple, through its advanced technology, is introducing a new group of carpets called the "Power Bac" collection. The surface of the carpets is tufted in tight level loops which will withstand consid­ erable abuse, and they are finished with a Teflon coating that repels soil. The collection has hidden assets, as well. The carpeting comes with a urethane cush­ ioned backing that is fused to the surface. Resistant to moisture, it locks in the pile fibers, add-' ing substantially to the durability of the carpet and providing markedly im­ proved performance and ap­ pearance. For the do-it-yourself folks, it can be loose-laid without permanent installa­ tion and it can be cut easily with a clean, almost invisible seam. The wearing qualities are so superior that the carpeting comes with a five-year war­ ranty. However, the collec­ tion not only performs beau­ tifully, it also is designed to enhance the quality and character of the room in which it is used. "Kashan," for example, one of three prints in the series, is reminiscent of a legendary Persian nomadic motif. Given a contemporary stylized geometric treatment with today's colors, it pro­ vides a lively, jewel-like pat­ tern underfoot. Its texture adds a visual warmth, impos­ sible to achieve with hard- surface flooring, that con­ trasts with the clean, un­ adorned wood of the walls and furniture. It is also a warmer surface for young children to play on during the day while, for the mother-on-the-go, the end of the day will find her consid­ erably less foot-sore and weary--which, any mother will concede, is very much of a plus factor. Exterior determines , . . Added room decor (^Considering a room addi­ tion? Good idea! But be sure to plan it carefully so the finished room blends with your home's exterior decor. Nowhere is this more impor­ tant than in the attic. The National Home Im­ provement Council, largest professional organization in the $35-billion U.S. home improvement industry, points out that most room additions are made in the at­ tic, and that the first re­ quirement for a successful attic conversion is sufficient headroom. The roof slope, notes NHIC, should give at least seven feet of height to the finished ceiling. Less than seven feet at the side walls may suffice provided there is enough room for people to get around without bumping their heads. Cramped, inadequate /poms are not only uncom­ fortable, but can detract fropi the home's resale value. So, cautions NHIC, don't crowd two or three rooms into a space sufficient for only one. If a second bathroom is part of your attic expansion plans, locate it directly above the main bathroom to take advantage of existing plumb­ ing lines. Discuss with your contrac­ tor such items as attic venti­ lation, moisture buildup and insulation. These are import­ ant considerations in any home, especially those built prior to 1960. Additional tips on home remodeling are contained in the free booklet, "How to Start Your Home Improve­ ment Project With the Help of a Reliable Contractor." To obtain a copy, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the National Home Improvement Coun­ cil, Dept. M, 11 East 44th Street, New York, N.Y. 10017. : b - ^ PVCK BEEP A 40- 1 longshot, "Nickel Coin," won the Grand National Steeplechase in 1951 after being trained on a diet of duck eggs and beer! BLIZZARD PAINT SALE NOW THROUGH SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH Benjamin Moore's Finest ko.$h.7o Interior Wall Paint NOW *8'5 REGAL WALL SATIN Custom Colors Slightly Higher OUR USUAL FRIENDLY DECORATING SERVICE IS AVAILABLE INE DECORATOR SHOP AT ^McHENRY PAINT, GLASS & WALLPAPER MON.-WED. 7:45-5:30 THURSDAY 7:45 8:00 3411W. ELM McHENRY 385-7353 WED. 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