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mt H )fm«EiBfFP4A|ND^»ER,- FRipAY< MARCH 14, 1M0 Greater Flexibility In Exterior Decorating When it comes time to rerobf, there's no reason to settle for less than the utmost in color and texture. These three-dimensional asphalt shingles in a striking earthtone shade offers years of easy-care protection while improving a home's curb appeal. If color and texture play such a vital role in the exterior appearaneeof a home, why should the roof remain dull and lifeless? It shouldn't. Roofing manufacturers have introduced new prod­ ucts in recent years that offer greater flexibility in design. Through the use of color and texture, it's now possible for the homeowner to start ex­ terior decorating right from the top -- with the roof. --Just as color and texture can enhance a roof's design. the improper use of color can detract from a home's visual appeal. Before reroof- ing, the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association offers some helpful advice on the use of color: _Although siding and trim colors can be changed easily and with some regularity, you can expect to live with" your roof for many years -- so select its color carefully. Do not use more than three dif-- ferent colors for siding, trim and the roof. If you're prone to changing trim and siding colors often, select a neutral roof color capable of comple­ menting a number of shades. • Color can be used to alter the perception of the roof. A light-colored,roof, for ex­ ample, attracts the eye and directs vision upwards. Used on a low house or unusually small roof, a light-colored roof will provide added di­ mension. A dark colored roof can be used for the opposite effect -- making an unusually steep roof seem less tower­ ing. • Another design element in roofing is dimension. Three-dimensional asphalt shingles add depth creating hold shadowlines. • Instead of using conrast- ing colors, consider earth- tone shades for blending a home with its surroundings. The muted shades of beiges, buffs, and browns, can also be used to coordinate the roof with masonry walls. Besides roof color and dimension. ARMA suggests choosing a roofing material that offers added durability as well as excellent protec­ tion. Three-dimensional as­ phalt shingles, are Resigned to last many years with minimal maintenance. Of­ fering excellent weather re­ sistance. multi-layered as­ phalt shingles will not only provide your home with an attractive roof, but one which will provide years of protec­ tion. FINANCING IMPROVEMENT One of the least expensive ways to f inance a home im­ provement i s by bor rowing against the cash value of your life insurance policy. There are low, simple interest rates and no repayment period for the principal. But, warns Andersen Corpo­ ration of Baypoit, Minn., your life insurance coverage is usu­ ally reduced by the amount of the loan. Certified cabinets take kitchen abuse in stride An efficient way to save steps in the kitchen is with adequate storage and counter space. This usually means kitchen cabinets. To assure good performance as well as good looks, look for the certification seal of the To Complete the Job, Ren* Our STEAMEX! A* RENT THE PRO STEAmUTE b» W"" National Kitchen Cabinet Asso­ ciation when shopping for cabi­ nets. The seal indicates the cabi­ nets have been tested to with­ stand the hard use and abuse common to kitchens. CLEANERS Says... While You're Painting Your Walls, Bring Your Draperies, Curtains and Spreads to Us! You can count on us for Professional Cleaning! IAMR0CK CLEANERS "THE GENTLE TOUCH OF ELEGANCE" McHENRY MARKET PLACE 385-1944 Pally 7-6, Sot. 8-5:30 ADAMS BROS STEEL SERVICE 3003 W.RTE 120 V' DAN ADAMS McHenry 385-9100 Everybody's Doin'It... HOME IMPROVEMENT With Structural Steel And Ornamental Iron INSIDE OR OUTSIDE YOUR HOME