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Vancouver tell me I was the / service person who arrived when they said they would.” ather than operate a showroom, e prefers to do in-home consul- ns, where he can put the cus- r’s mind at ease and utilize his ng sense of color. He will ask 1y questions, including how the s are used now, and what plans been made for their future use. I tell my customers that their e is the showroom, and the best re to decide what‘will work for Awnings with , Panache. known manufacturers as lor, Hunter Douglas, and Draco ch. The California Shutters line other popular, yet different look nterior decor he offers. truce has done window work for y new homeowners in Oakville, are attracted by the one-stop ping approach. The only work lient does is to select a look, r and price range, he points out. People love the convenience. I one family who moved here BAHAGHEH'S ruce decided the best thing to as to gather as much control as ible, so he has worked diligent- ver the years to develop good ionships with both customers suppliers. He specializes in sell- quality mini-blinds, by such ere are windows, and then are openings in a home which perfectly with the decor, let- 'n light yet preserving privacy. he difference is subtle, but if ve already invested a lot of time money furnishing the rooms of home, highly visible features as windows can make or break verall effect. ruce, of Windows by Bruce, rstands the subtleties required stall a window treatment prop- He has been installing blinds nany years, and ten years ago, into the business of selling iDVERTISING FEATURE l by Stephanie Henderson '6, 1994 There are positives and egatives in every window 7/7““ ;LEVOLOR® . wi‘iW 1"1/2"Rivi9m R. Mnmm Vertimls 827-1876 WINDOWS BY Far from being a volume-driven salesperson, Bruce spends ample time on consultations and encour- ages prospective customers to shop Professional installations require careful measurement, he says. “If you’re out an eighth of an inch, that could be the death knell. I cut around cranks and lock mecha- nisms, which takes time, but the results are much better.” them. I do the measurements myself, and after ten years in the sales end, I still install everything I sell, free of charge.” Bruce, of Windows by Bruce, offers California shutters, among other quality window treatments. (Photo by Riziero Venom) Homer the nursital Home Show masrot and his wile Dorathy will one again he entertaining the kids and adults at the 5th Annual Oahville lilestyle Horne Show on April 15 to 17. Many ol the area’s linest home-related husinesses oller hun- dreds ol unique Home Show specials during the exciting 3-day, annual event. For exhibiting inlornration ploose contort Dave or Judy ol the Julrins Age-(y III. at 827-4632 hetweea 9 ant and 5pm. Bruce will be on hand to discuss the “positives and negatives in every window” in Booth 65 at the Oakville Lifestyle Home Show, April 15 to 17, at the Glen Abbey Recreation Centre. “Fifty per cent of my business comes from referrals,” he says, not- ing that commercial service is also available. around. FREE CONSULTATION (416) 241 -8795 The Oakville Lifestyle Home Show April 15, 16, 17, 1994 - Glen Abbey Recreation Cenfre 1415 Third Line, Oakville ODecks oFences oFlagstone 0Lockstone OPIantings 0Rock Garden novetty GORDGDS MNDSCAPE DESIGN CONTRACTING THE OAKVILLE BEAVER “Many of Halton’s finest home-related businesses are represented at this shew,” said organizer Dave Jenkins. Exhibits include replacement windows and doors, barbecues, demonstration displays, water filtration, investment advice, landscaping, pine furniture, sun- rooms, security systems, spas, swimming pools, built-in vacuum systems, air conditioning, real estate, home sid- ing and much more. The show will be held Fri, April 15, Sat. April 16 and Sun. April 17 at the Glen Abbey Recreation Centre, 1415 Third Line at Glen Abbey Gate Oakville Show times are Friday 1 to 9 p. m., Saturday 10 a. m. to 8 p. m., and Sunday 10 am to 5 p. m. A visit to the fifth annual Oakville Lifestyle Show is an excellent opportunity to view hundreds of the latest home related products and services under one roof. Oakville Lifestyle Show to showcase Halton’s best ' “We have an outstanding variety of the latest prod- ' OAKVILLE ‘ KITCHEN CENTRE Talk to the eX erts at the Oakvi/le Kitc en Centre! Your Oakvi/le and area fl HANOVER K I T (I H E N 8 dealer for over 30 years “We’ve held the line on your admission prices,” said Jenkins. “The show really does offer something for everyone. We’ve really tried to make a visit to the Oakville Lifestyle Home Show a family outing.” Show visitors will hove an opportunity to enjoy live entertainment and participate in free prize contests. Friday April 15 is Salute to Seniors Day, and show visitors 60 years of age and over will be admitted free of charge between 1 and 9 pm. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for seniors 60 and over, and $1 for youths l3 and over. Children 12 and undenate admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Homer and Dorothy; the official mascots of the show, will appear with lots of free balloons for the kids. nets and services for the home. The show is a great place to compare price and quality. It’s also a good place to meet your friends and you can browse through the displays at a leisurely pace.” Your Oakvil/e and Area Kitchen store 599 Third Line (below Speers Rd.) 827-461 1 IIIHSHII K5" ROADI'IANDLER‘ MWMW Tflkmmynuhm, Od<vl|e P1006 842-?277