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The Independent, Canadian Statesman Weekender, Bowmanville, Saturday, April 2,1994 23 Home Decorating Gets Computerized Help When shoppers turn their attention attention to the challenges of home decorating decorating this spring, they will be in for a pleasant surprise. More than a year ago, a leading carpet manufacturer introduced new technology that takes the guesswork out of interior design and enables customers to decorate with confidence. confidence. And the best news is that it's free. Decorimage is a unique computerized computerized home decorating system that allows customers to try before they buy. Developed by Peerless Carpet Corporation, the innovative computer computer system is the first of its kind for the floor covering industry and a persuasive reminder of leading- edge technology. Try Before You Buy You get to see what your room will look liké before you make your purchase," said Tom Mathis, Peerless Carpet Center Manager. "Let's face .it, carpeting can be a significant investment and no one wants to make the wrong choice. Decorimage eliminates all the guesswork for free. It's perfect for Chefs and Homeowners Both Prefer Natural Gas More Canadians prefer cooking cooking with efficient, economical natural gas today than ever before. Like six out of seven professional professional chefs, today's consumers prefer natural gas ranges because they provide even heat, precise temperature control and instant "on" and "off." Natural gas ranges also cost less to operate. The estimated annual operating cost for an efficient efficient natural gas range is about one-half the cost of operating an electric range. Instead of the traditional standing pilot light, new gas ranges have pilot-less ignition systems that use an electric current current to light a burner. Eliminating the pilot light saves up to 50 percent on energy costs and reduces excess heat in the kitchen. New gas ranges also have options such as black or white glass doors and cooktops, automatic automatic re-ignition, self-cleaning systems, sealed burners for easier easier cleaning, five-burner designs, computerized controls and continuous continuous grates that enable a cook to slide pots from burner to burner burner without tipping. Some models also have a modular design that allows the cook to interchange griddle, grill and burner components. components. Another popular new feature is a fifth burner designed especially especially for low-heat cooking. Perfect for melting butter, cheese or chocolate without scorching, or for simmering soups or sauces, this special burner also will automatically restart if the flame goes out-- and at exactly the level at which it was previously set. Self-cleaning natural gas wall ovens, which now offer high- efficiency operation in a double- oven configuration, are another new development, as is the "down-draft" cooktop, designed for kitchen islands with no overhead overhead vents. people who are afraid to make an expensive mistake." Decorimage works by starting with a room setting just like your own. By experimenting with colors, shoppers can then design the room of their choice. At the click of a button, button, the color of the walls and furniture furniture change to exactly the color you want. Then you choose from Peerless' entire range of carpet colors colors and textures to find the one that matches the room of your dreams. And it's all done right before your eyes. Mathis calls Decorimage "an ideal visualizer." The beauty of the system is that it allows shoppers to decorate with confidence. You no longer have to fear living with that expensive mistake. mistake. What looked great in that magazine magazine shot may not look as good in your home. Room dimensions, lighting and furniture styles all have an impact on how certain colors and textures will look. With Decorimage, you don't have to imagine what the room of your dreams will look like. You can see it before your eyes. And if you don't like it, Change it until you do. Representative Room Settings The remarkable system holds dozens of room styles ranging from country to contemporary, traditional to eclectic. With more than 80 room scenes to choose from, shoppers will always find something representative representative on the screen. For comparative comparative purposes, Decorimage's split screen function allows users to view four room scenes at once. Though similar systems have been designed for use in the paint industry, the Decorimage program offers a number of critical advantages. advantages. One significant difference is the ability of Decorimage to adjust not only colors, but also textures and patterns. After a carpet selection has been made, Decorimage offers a printed report which customers may keep as a written record of paint and carpet color choices. Choices are also stored in memory and can be recalled for up to a month. This allows customers to make their decisions and confirm them later with a spouse or partner. Bob George, Vice President of Marketing for Peerless, says, "Decorimage will change the way people decorate their homes. We're offering hands-on access to professional professional home decorating tools with little risk to the customer." George notes Decorimage is so easy to use it practically runs itself. "The system system also happens to be a lot of fun," George adds. Custom Decorate Your Home One more unique Decorimage feature is the custom decorating option. For a small fee, Peerless will scan actual photographs of your own room scenes into the computer. Once they are added to the Decorimage program, you will be able to custom decorate your own room. The addition of Decorimage means customers can comfortably make difficult decisions right in the store. Once color and texture are chosen, the Decorimage program will indicate all the features and benefits of the selected floor covering covering product. Though sales experts still recommend customers take carpet carpet samples home for viewing in their own surroundings and under their own conditions. Decorimage effectively takes the guesswork out of buying carpet Decorimage is available only through select Peerless Carpet Centers. For more information on Decorimage and your nearest Peerless Carpet Center retailer, or to receive the Consumer's Guide to Carpet booklet, call 1 800 845 4252. ELLIE KINNEAR THE AGENT WHO DOESN'T DISAPPEAR WHEN THE SIGN GOES UP! HARD TO BEAT THIS PRICE! 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