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How to Keep Your Carpet Beautiful The Clarington Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, November 19,1994 21 Carpet, like many other consumer consumer products, is prone to certain conditions which, for the most part, can be treated once the cause of the problem has been determined. However, unlike other products, determining the cause and effect of carpet problems isn't always easy. Comment: "The carpet is defective. defective. There are spots all over it and I can't gel them out." Answer: Spots aren't magic - They're the natural outcome of people and carpets living together. © On behalf of Branch 178, Bowmanville, Royal Canadian Legion, I would like to thank all who gave so generously to the 1994 Poppy Fund. As a result of your donations, our support to Meals On Wheels, Wellesley Bum Centre, Sunny brook Hospital and many projects in the community, will continue. Sincerely. John C. Greenfield, Poppy Chairman © In other words, spots don't just appear - something causes them. Thousands of things could be to blame. Spilled food, swimming pool chemicals, acne medication* and wild parties are possible reasons. reasons. Often the spots only become visible long after the original cause has been forgotten. Built-up dirt from regular traffic and environmental environmental conditions can contribute to exposing the problem. a a;. . ,nV r ' <f& 1 in! ° a/? y a Ys Comment: "There's a yellow stain on the carpet that's getting progressively larger and more obvious." obvious." Answer: First, check the dog. If that doesn't pan out the problem problem could be any number of things. Often it's the result of an incorrectly incorrectly cleaned spill where the cleaning agent has been incompletely rinsed from the pile. Repeated cleaning tends to spread and aggravate the discoloration. One possible solution is to try soaking the area with white vinegar and let dry. If that doesn't work the consumer may have a permanent stain on her hands and should get the advice of a certified professional professional carpet cleaner. IB W wMm Wg# Iff 1 w Melody Homes Donates $1,000 to Hospital Mary Fletcher, on behalf of Memorial Hospital--Bowmanville, recently recently received a $1,000 cheque from Melody Homes developer Sav- crio Montera arano. Memorial Hospital is just one of the charitable organizations to which Melody Homes donates money in Clarington. The fundraising drive's latest total is $100,000. All proceeds will be directed to purchasing equipment needed by the hospital. >-< "1 P'77.'. '■ FAMILY REALTY :4 K;:.;\_'lHxa C-.:do- 'be I V;* v ... I if I? pf Betty Smith Sales Rep. Over 2100 sq.ft., 4 large bedrooms in Newcastle. Huge family kitchen with centre island & walkout to fenced yard with award winning gardens! Sunken m/f family room with f.p., full ensuite bath, m/f laundry, cent, air & vac. Call Betty Smith Now to view this extra special home!! I ; pOü EEL: if d COOEïüLs | Clean, bright, modem, 2 bedroom apt. in lower level of raised bungalow. $700 monthly, all inclusive, appliances. For more information, call 987-4661. i NEED HELP WITH THE MORTGAGE? This 3 bdrm., raised bung, could be your answer. Features a lovely 1 bdrm. apt. w/ side enty. For info, contact Edna Hamel. Edna Hamel Sales Rep. Older home with 10ft. ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors. Large lot (.96 acre) and a great view. For more information contact Edna Hamel. CM TSfiiFb •• v vUt - x. / Carol Hallman Sales Rep. i 4 Bedroom home with detached garage. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 • 2-4 pm lX lL- â 11 rxù. . , r.xx Directions: Hwy. 2 East in Newcastle to Beaver St. N. Watch for Signs. WHAT $87,900 CAN BUY! 3 bedroom, detached, solid home with appliances. '"'SE ? SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 • 2-4 pm 261 French St., Oshawa Buy a 3 bedroom Viceroy cottage on 75'x205' lot. Some furnishings and 16' Bowrider boat included. Call Ann Simpson on above properties. Ann Simpson Sales Rep. Alf Annis llroker/Owner •v i XX Almost 3000 sq.ft, sidesplit, large eat-in kitchen & living room, all set on treed 2 acre parcel. Over 2000 sq.ft, open concept kitchen & fam. rm., 3 large bdrms. w/loft or 4th bdrm. Shows Great! " ""V: • ' '• Bob Craig Sales Rep. to •• : . ,vv ■ Y" X < Janet Mulder Sales Rep. On Maple Grove Road. 4 bedroom brick bungalow with large office or potential for in-law apt. in basement. ASKING $209,900. Call Bob or Janet for showings.