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39 · Friday, April 23, 2010 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com Spring Home and Garden Easy home makeover ideas to try out in your home (NC)--Instead of making major renovations, transform your home by simply rejuvenating and modernizing. Hilary Farr, designer and host of W Network's Love It or List It, offers six simple tips for upgrading your living space without breaking the budget. Update Your Furniture ­ Give a favourite old couch a new look. Add some throw pillows in all sorts of colours and textures. Why not give your old chairs a new look too? Reupholster them in a rich-looking new fabric. Declutter and Organize ­ You'd be amazed by how great a space can look once it's cleared of knick-knacks, paperwork and random items. Why not plan a thorough spring-cleaning and, while you're at it, be ruthless and toss or give away what's no longer needed. Organize what's left by investing in storage such as decorative baskets and boxes. This will help you show off those special pieces such as coffee tables, bookshelves and cabinets. Paint ­ Fresh paint on the walls can instantly open up and appear to enlarge a room while also creating a dramatic or even subtle change in décor. Be adventurous, but choose colours that will enhance your furniture and floors or carpets. For that finishing touch, paint your old furniture and picture frames a bold new colour that complements the room. Rejuvenate Baseboards and Walls ­ Baseboards frame the entire space of your home, so keep them looking fresh and bright by vacuuming and cleaning. Keep walls looking their best with Vim Cream, which is specially formulated to remove linoleum flooring by using Vim Oxy-Gel all-purpose scuff marks, dirt and stains. cleaner, which leaves a fresh scent. Special Treatment for Windows ­ Plastic blinds and paper shades can do the job but won't make the most of your windows or décor. Use options which will not only do the job but also look gorgeous. Choose roman blinds in a beautiful fabric, wooden plantation shutters or luxurious looking curtains. Any of these affordable options gives long-term value--whether you plan to stay or sell. Restore Floors ­ If your home is older, try lifting a small piece of carpeting. You might find gorgeous hardwood floors beneath. It will be worth the work to remove any carpet adhesives to be ready to finally sand and finish. Rejuvenate and add a shine to existing hardwood, laminate or Experience The Great Outdoors! Feed your lawn - starting now (NC)-- · Early Spring: Wait until the sunshine has dried off the initial sogginess. Usually by late April or so, roots are strengthened sufficiently to benefit the most from a feeding. This would also be the right time to consider repairing damaged patches and overseeding your entire lawn. · Late Spring: Fertilizing again 6-8 weeks later and before the heat of summer gets too intense is also vital. · Early Fall: As the days cool off towards the end of summer, lawns are ready to grow again. · Late Fall: Late autumn is probably the most important feeding of the year. The cool nights, plenty of rain and morning dew create ideal growing conditions, so the fertilizer will strengthen roots, improve winter hardiness, and protect it until spring. "MASONRY & FIREPLACE DESIGN SPECIALISTS" 406 SPEERS RD., OAKVILLE ACROSS FROM RONA LANSING 905-337-2066 w w w. c o b b l e s t o n e m b e r s . c a Renovate · Decorate · Celebrate hide!" Get a I just wanna find another way to work out. and Contact your Garaga Time is Precious, Mistakes are Costly and Decorating is complicated. Expert. B&M Garage Door (905) 569-9133 (866) 836-5553 3170 Ridgeway Drive, Unit 19/20 Mississauga www.bmgaragedoor.com Inquire about your Personal Design Consultation At Fitz by Design we are committed to creating breathtaking, functional spaces that are unique as the individuals living in them.