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MA Canadians, who have been tirâ€" ing a little of modern furniture over the past few ‘years, will find new glamour and comfort in the revamped stylings of past cenâ€" turies â€" particularly with the influence of what stylists are calling the Mediterranean look. The Mediterranean look â€" its style and colour accents â€" has been worked into contemporary as well as the currently popular provincial stylings. The style theme for ‘64 home furnishings is "tndmanl"-â€"bm' it‘s traditional with a flair. That‘s the word from‘ the manufacturers and designers of Canada‘s $600 million homes furnishings indusâ€" try. Canadian homes will sing with colour in ‘64. Upholstered furniâ€" ture boasts vivid colours (reds, oranges, blues and greens) and patterns, part of the Mediterraâ€" nean look, in every style cateâ€" gory, from modern through the provincials and even into colonial furnishings, In wood furniture the trend to traditional and the impact of the Mediterranean influence is more definite. The Mediterranean inâ€" fluence is seen in heavier scaling on cabinet legs, in carved recâ€" tangular patterns on cabinet facâ€" ings, and in wood and metal grill work on hutch doors. Under this influence, cabinet hardware is more predominant, with burnishâ€" ed bronze door pulls and wrought iron scrolls as accent touches on tables, chairs, bed headboards. ‘There is even greater emphasis on fruitwood finishes in natural distressed surfaces or in antiqued white. The traditional trend created by upholstered and wood furniâ€" ture is reflected throughout the range of complementary home furnishings that will be on sale through ‘64 â€" from metal dinetâ€" tes and casual furniture to floorâ€" coverings, lamps and decorative accessories. Uphoilstered chairs boast new shapes â€" octagonal, ‘high and low backs. Sofas are getting longer; the three seater, popular in past years, is being replaced more and more by the four seatâ€" er. And on both chairs and sofas there is more showwood, on arms and backs, in distressed fruitâ€" wood and antiqueâ€"painted finâ€" ishes. to traditional it is a trend with a modern feeling. The smaller proportions of the modern furniâ€" ture developed in recent years, for smaller living quarters, has been incorporated into today‘s traditional designs. With smaller scaling and detailed woodwork and vibrant fabrics, most new traditional furnishings fit comâ€" fortably into apartments and smaller homes, but are dominant enough to furnish larger rooms, Tradition With A Modern Flair But although there is a trend HANFORD LUMBER LTD. WE DELIVER YOUR LOCAL HOME IMPROVEMENT HEADQUARTERS For PANELLING, PAINTS & FINISHES, CEILING TILE 45 BETHRIDGE ROAD, REXDALE Replace that colourless, dirt catching kitchen counter with a new Colourful Moulded Arborite or Formica Top by . . . . 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"I‘ve seen $1.50 an hour carpenters cost more than $3.50 carpenters." "Problem is people let price be their god," he said. With new synthetic materials on the marâ€" ket such items as teak and maâ€" hogany paneling are now availâ€" able at reasonable prices. Citiâ€" Want to save some eash? Hire a reputable contractor or carpenter when there‘s work to do, advises Bill Glassford, manager of the Lakeshore Lumber Company. METAL DINETTE groupings are no longer the fashionless combination of chrome and plastic they once were. This dinette, by Liberty Ornaâ€" mental of Toronto, combines an Arborite oakâ€" plank table with high backed traditional Cheap Tradesmen Cut Into Wallet TORONTO 18, ONTARIO Telephone 247â€"7487 zens wanting to . renovate should have an idea what they want and take their ideas to their local lumber or building centre where they can be adâ€" vised regarding costs and needs, he suggested. Most dealers are able to suggest good contractors and craftsmen for their customâ€" When renovating people look for convenience and comfort and the creation of recreation rooms is still big, Bill commentâ€" ed. "Especially in this area where people want extra room, but it‘s impossible to go up of The ‘key man to know when you are buying a new home is the builder. A purchaser should be certain to become acquainted withâ€"the reputation and, if posâ€" sible, the man who constructed the home he is thinking of buildâ€" ing or buying. One of the most reliable methâ€" ods is to check a buildet‘s repuâ€" tation with persons for whom he has constructed homes. The Shangriâ€"la is a new conâ€" cept in vacation cottage living as introduced by Precision Preâ€" fab Products Ltd, of Rexdale. The basic design is the "A" frame chalet that has become so popular during the last two years. But with Precision‘s chalâ€" et, all waste space has been utilâ€" ized. The main features of this atâ€" tractive 2 storey unit is the floor arrangement that gives 3 bedâ€" rooms, living room and kitchen all facing the lake with picture windows in all rooms. The two, full width, balconies are a new Most basements of older homes were never designed for anything except for a storeâ€" room and furnace facilities, he said. Good living quarters must addition to cottage living that will be very popular. The construction of the buildâ€" ing willâ€"conform to all cottage area building requirements and is all possible because of the truss roof system that has been | incorporated. This ~ truss roof| will eliminate any snow load| problems in any part of Ontario and is backed by a written guarâ€"| antee New Prefab For Northland Reputation Of Builder Amportant chairs. Chair seats have velvety vinyl feeling, while oak backed chairs are padded in tradiâ€" tional patterned vinyl. And all frame tubing is black. o sThen i n | _ Fashionable living awaits the | When it comes to grades of discriminating buyer in Appleâ€" natural wood, quality 30 years wood Heights, a gracious, modâ€" ago was superior to wood noWa@â€"| arn community in Toronto| days. "The demand for woO0d| Township designed after the orâ€" makes it impossible to prOpefly|mous Applewood Actes to the | cure lumber today," explained mouse Applewood Acres to the | Bill. But craftsmen, engineerinE| south by the same team of comâ€"| be dry, therefore residents of older homes find they drop basement floors and waterproof the walls either from the inside or outside. New techniques and materials make the older home‘s recreaâ€" tion room practical and comfortâ€" able, he said. techniques and materials are far superior and more than offset| the claim buildings and homea‘ were built better in the "good ol‘ days," he said. ‘ One new building material excellent for renovating is callâ€" ed "Chipâ€"Board." Soft woods are chipped into sheets of firm centres have package deals for home renovations. ‘"‘The buyer tells us what he wants, the specification, types of material and we take it from there," said Bill. For some peoâ€" ple renovating is their hobby, so it isn‘t too important when the job is completed, remcrkedi Bill, "But if the job has to be done quickly and efficiently it‘s best to leave it to the experts." or teak this form of wood panâ€" elling sells for 37¢â€"50¢ a foot or about a third the cost of the real wood. "The Doâ€"Itâ€"Yourselft phase came about due to the lack of craftsmen," said Bill "Now there are many men available for these types of jobs." If citizens plan on building their home or go into a major renovating job they â€" should come with their contractor to the lumber yard to pick out the materials, suggest Bill, "People then .know exactly what is beâ€" ing used and won‘t be disapâ€" pointed when the contractor is 241â€"9171â€"2â€"3 122 REXDALE BOULEYVARD AT KIPLING THE FACTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELYVES The Following Are Our Rexdale & Westway Listings Sold From January 2nd., 1964 to March 21st, 1964 22 Billeer Ré. 57 Alkert Dr. 117 Clearbrooke Cir. 90 Clearbrooke Cir. 11 Quinby Crt. 39 Coppermill Dr. 71 Clearbrooke Cir. 23 Teyshem Cres. 646 Clearbrooke Cir. 71 Westhumber Bivd. 120 Westhumber Bivd $1 Westhumber Bivd. 149 Clearbrooke Cir. 241 Teysham Cres. 17 Meathergien Rd. , 11 Brenham: Crt. 23 Teyrew Ré. 55 MHallow Cres. 10 Watercliffe Ré. 1367 Islington Ave. N 20 Huntsmeor Rdé. 16 Clearbrooke: Cir. 17 Fallowfield Ré. 10 Ceolhurst Dr. 48 Redwinter Dr. 63 Westhumber Bivd. 9 Stewart Ave. 58 Grierson Rd. 40 Shipley Ré. 37 Ludgate Dr. 189 Jeffeest Dr. 41 Weterbeach Cres. 48 Bankfield Rd. . T74 Frost S¢. 10 Amore Dr. 48 Jeffeent Dr. 65 Porterfield Rd. 16 Meon Valley Dr. 45 Redwinter Dr. 59 Fordwich Cres. 144 Jeffesnt Dr. 8 + OTHER BROKERS‘ LISTINGS IN REXDALE & WESTWAY WE HAVE SOLD IN THE SAME PERIOD 12 Menbury Rd. 3 Milimink St. 11 Kennebec Cres. 49 Clearbreoke Cir. 21 Tepley Dr. 62 Mereury Ré. MEMBER OF THE TORONTO REAL ESTATE BOARD Buy or Sell With Confidence through CGEORGE GETHING REALTOR Photo: furniture & furnishings "more than 40 years in the inâ€" |dustry, account for "the differâ€" |ence" in a Shippâ€"built commuâ€" nity. possessions. | But the newest and by far the most booming section of the busâ€" iness, is made up of companies which lend money based on real estate appraisal values. Without the vagaries of using quicklyâ€" depreciating items â€" such as cars, furniture and appliances â€" as collateral, these mortgage lenders are able to offer longerâ€" term repayment schemes to borâ€" rowers â€" up to 15 years in the case of leading public companies in the field. Planned with an eye to the future, the enjoyable living available in Applewood Heights today is based on an intelligent and sound investment for toâ€" morrow, in a community where potential real estate values will further enrich investments. munity builders, G. $. Shipp and | Son Ltd., and incorporating the | most advanced planning prinai-I ples. â€" â€" Under this method of financing homeâ€"owners are able to use the capital they have tied up in their property. The longâ€"term repayâ€" ment minimizes the monthly burâ€" den for the borrower. Unfortunately within this finâ€" Among the many fine homes in Applewood Heights is a new group known as the Golden Seâ€" ries, an attractive array now enâ€" joying a sales success far beyond expectations. These homes inâ€" clude the very latest innovations in exterior and interior design and the price is still within the reach of the average buyer. short but that there is always Every home in Applewood | Heights is planned wigh meticuâ€" lous care to integrate attractiveâ€" ly with its surroundings. The architects carefully detail each house to the particular contour,‘ size and orientation of its site and | select the appropriate lrchitec-‘ tural style to complement the trees and the landscape. | These and many other thoughtâ€" | ful â€" considerations, . reflecting | Famous Plan For Shipp Home Beware Small Firm â€" Large Interest said 3339 Bloor W., BE. 3â€"1267 LOOK FORWARD To Spring Mave Your FURNITURE Reâ€"upholstered . . We invite your inquiries. Clinton M. Bunston Kenneth C. Bunston Williaom A. Stewart Gordon S. Eckersley INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CONSULTANTS In The West End Kingsway and Islington Area 2902 BLOOR ST. W. RESIDENTIAL SALES APPRAISERS KINGSWAY DRAPERY BE. 3â€"1267 MEMBER TORONTO REAL ESTATE BOARD A Well Established Business with over 40 YEARS CcONTINUOUS SERVICE John Riley Fred Swallow â€" ong â€" THE ADVERTISER â€" Thursday, April 9, 4 King St. W., _ Toronto, Ont. PH. 362â€"7192 Read these enlightened facts about CORONATION MORTGAGES If you are considering AND INTERIORS "THE KINGSWAY" CORONATION INVESTMENT COMPANY LIMITED Home Improvements Refinancing a Second Mortgage Buying or Selling a Home Consolidating your Debts Building or Buying a Cottage "Coronation" offers you kower cost, lower payments and up to 15 years to repay. With the new "combined mortgage plan" you may borrow up to 83% percent (less your current mortgage) on the appraised value of your home. For details on the many "customâ€" tailored"" Corbnation residential mortgage plans see or call us today. tained," says Leblanc. He should know, he visits over 20 homes in the Etobicoke area each week. A LOAN 44.17 1964 â€"â€"