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Member FDiC Sm lis Fk Y*vr Horn* lnpr*v«nMiit PAGE It - PLAINDEALER • FRIDAY. MARCH ». 1*2 Now, the do-it-yourselfer can strip paint the professional way! @ln the spring a homeowner's tRoughts nften turn to sprucing up around the house,avoiding, if possible, the messy job of strip­ ping old furniture or peeling paint from outdoor trim before re-painting Today, much of this "drudg­ ery" can be eliminated by tak­ ing a page from the profession­ als who have discovered new products to simplify their job. Most professionals recom­ mend old paint should be re­ moved slowly and methodical­ ly. Applying new paint over grease or dirt prevents the paint from bonding properly and. as a result, new paint will crack, wrinkle and peel. Paint removers differ With new improved solvents now available to the do-it-your- selfer. this job has become much easier to accomplish. But, it is important to remember that all paint removers are hot the same.' Professionals consistently recommend the Red Devil Paint Remover line as a quality prod­ uct. It offers several different types in liquid as well as semi- paste and paste forms. Paste #77 has a heavy consis­ tency making it ideal for use on overhead or vertical surfaces. For intricate areas, carved or shaped mouldings where clean-up is a problem. No Wash #88 is recommended, while Liquid #99, the all-purpose re­ mover. works best on flat sur­ faces. Recently introduced to the line is the^on-flammable, semi-paste Remover considered L*m..O«r Specialty There's lots to bo done, and lots of benefits to enjoy when you modernize, odd o room, moke energy saving improvements that reduce fuel costs I And see us first about our low- cost loan plans that budget your payments. It's a step ill the right direction I BANKING HOURS MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MAIN LOBBY HOURS 9:00AM to 3:00PM 9:00am to 3:00PM CLOSED 9:00AM to 3:00PM 9:00AM to 7:00PM 9:00AM • 12 Noon DRIVE UP ft WALK-UP HOURS •:00AM to t:00PM •:00AM to 1:00PM 1:00AM to S:00PM 8:00AM to 9:00PM 8:00AM to 8:00PM 8:00AM to 3:00PM WEST SIDE WALK-UP/DRIVE-UP FACILITY 12 Noon to 7:00PM 12 Noon to 7:00PM CLOSED 12 Noon to 7:00PM 12 Noon to 7:00PM • 00 AM to 3-OflPM most effective for all surfaces. All of the Red Devil removers work on all paints, lacquers, shellacs and urethanes. Once you've selected the re­ mover suitable for your job, you'll need an inexpensive 1 Vi" natural bristle paint brush, an old coffee can or metal con­ tainer for the liquid and another as a receptacle for the old finish, some steel wool, a putty knife (preferably with rounded cor­ ners to avoid gouging the sur­ face), a pair of heavy duty rub­ ber gloves, and some old rags to wipe off the residue. Before you begin, read the labels and follow the manufac­ turer's instructions listed on the can. Treat all paint and varnish removers as highly flammable and work in a well-ventilated room or, ideally, outside in a shady area. Now You Can Have The Kitchen Of Your Dreams Without Spending The Savings Of A Lifetime it's simple as Gibson's 3334 W. Elm (Rt. 120) One Block West Of The McHenry Bridge We remove the outsides of your cabinets and throw them *way OPEN 6 DAYS PER WEEK CLOSED SUNDAYS You keep the inside framework . (which saves you money). We install beautiful Formica*- .surfaced doors and drawer fronts. Call (815)344-5280 For FREE Estimates L=--zxLZ Don't overdo For a real professional look, don't overdo; most craftsmen like to leave some of the old finish in the nooks and crannies to add character. For an easy method of re- finishing, use only quality paint removers. Red Devil Paint Re­ movers are available at most hardware, paint, variety and home center stores. For more information, write to Red Devil Paint and Chemi­ cal Company, 30 North West Street, Mount Vernon, NY 10550. Stripping furniture need not be an unpleasant job when quality paint removers are used. Ail you need is the basic equipment; sturdy rubber gloves, a 1 Vi inch brush, some old rags, an empty cof­ fee can, a round edged scraper and a well ventilated room. Pour the Red Devil Paint Remover on.ihe sur­ face to be stripped, spread thickly with the brush, wait 20 to 30 minutes and then wipe off the residue with the old rags or scraper. l)se the can to collect the residue. Red Devil Paint Removers work quickly and easily. Now, you can strip old furni­ ture or outdoor trim like the professionals. Now, pour the paint remover from the can directly onto the painted surface, spread the Red Devil Paint Remover thickly with the brush, and let it sit for about 20 to 30 minutes. Test the surface by rubbing your finger in a circular motion; if the paint has been loosened enough, your finger will move easily. Easy paint removal Once the paint remover has done its job, remove most of the old paint by wiping with old rags (replacing the rags fre­ quently), scraping lightly with your scraper or by using steel wool. With quality paint removers you eliminate most of what was formerly an unpleasant task. (A second application may be necessary on some old enamel.) For the final clean-up, use plenty of water and a little scrubbing. (Do not mix water with the paint remover.) HOMES WILL BENEFIT FROM OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL WIRING Many experienced do-it- yourselfers who have no qualms about indoor electri­ cal wiring jobs balk when it comes to doing wiring out­ doors. However, the difficulty of installing electrical devices out-of-doors is more imag­ ined than real, say the experts at General Electric's Wiring Device Department. By simply taking care to se­ lect the proper devices and wiring, die DIYer can soon have electricity performing many jobs outside the home, such as lighting the yard or walkways, powering tools and even helping to light a charcoal fire. Because outdoor wiring is to rain, snow, dirt a range of temperatures, weatherproof materials and special procedures have to be used to assure the installation will be safe and reliable. General Electric offers a wide variety of weatherproof covers for switches and recep­ tacles, including models with self-closing covers and even one with lock and key for se­ curity. Weatherproof lamp- holders also are available for under-eave outdoor flood­ lighting. Numerous outdoor wiring projects--such as installing outlets, post lanterns and floodlamps--are detailed in GE's "Wiring for the Do-lt- Yourselfer" booklet, which provides step-by-step instruc­ tions. It is available at nominal cost at most home centers and hardware stores stocking GE wiring devices. 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