Complete Lawn Care: Spring Home Improvement Guide

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Setting the Stage for
Outdoor Fun
The arrival of warmer weather renews
homeowners vigor for various home
improvement projects, and many have
grand plans for interior and exterior ren-
ovations as they prep their living spaces
for comfort, beauty and entertaining
opportunities. While there are many wor-
thy projects to pursue, adding outdoor
lighting to a home can help increase its
value and make the home safer and more
attractive in the evening hours.
According to the American Lighting
Association (ALA), with a few updates to
outside lighting, families can make even
better use of their homes at night. Adding
outdoor lighting is easier and less expen-
sive than many homeowners may know,
allowing them to transform an existing
patio, deck or pool area into an enjoyable
nighttime retreat. Pool parties, dinners on
the patio or barbecues with neighbors
become even more memorable when out-
door lighting is added or improved. But
homeowners who want to install or
upgrade their outdoor lighting should
consider the following tips, courtesy of
ALA.
Improve navigation. Lighting is
typically layered into a room or outdoor
space in three waysoverhead, task and
ambient. Even outdoors, where there are
no typical boundaries and borders, those
three layers are necessary. Outdoor over-
head lighting should improve visibility on
steps, paths and walking surfaces, espe-
cially where theres a bend or an intersec-
tion. Task lighting can be used around
cooking or gardening areas. Ambient light
will cast a comforting glow around any
outdoor space.
Enhance security. To improve visi-
bility and security, combine a motion
detector with a sconce to illuminate dark
corners or entryways. Be sure to aim
lights away from the door to improve visi-
bility. Lanterns on either side of the door
can give a home a warm, welcoming
appearance and improve the safety of
entryways.
Create outdoor rooms. Outdoor
lighting at the borders of a space is a
great way to create barriers, both vertical-
ly and horizontally. Lights in a tree create
something akin to a chandelier hung in
the middle of the sky, and even accent
lights in the general area of the edge of a
patio, deck or porch will shine across the
space and provide enough of a comfort
level for people to understand where
things are.
Reduce glare. Outdoor lighting that
casts a glare can be blinding, as can light
thats too bright. Lighting along paths
should be cast downward, with fixtures
that are hooded. A variety of lighting
options will create layers, allowing you to
add or subtract as necessary. Exterior-
safe dimmers also can provide flexible
control over the level of light, as can mov-
able fixtures added to a patio or porch.
Add decorative elements. Just as
arbors, pergolas, patios and other outdoor
elements help to enhance the style of an
outdoor space, so, too, can lighting con-
tribute to a well-designed landscape.
Lighting should play up decorative fea-
tures of a yard and add the ambience that
homeowners desire. Step lights make pas-
sage safe while also highlighting molding
or trim details. An outdoor chandelier can
make for a wonderful accent during din-
nertime on the deck or under a pergola.
Patio lights provide atmosphere as well as
illumination for cooking outside.
Enhance views from inside.
Outdoor lighting can make the view from
inside pleasant and enjoyable. Use a vari-
ety of lights, including spotlights on trees,
lights dotted along pathways and accent
lights on unique landscape features, to
create an idyllic landscape visible from
inside the home.
Outdoor lighting enhances functionali-
ty of yards and landscapes while making
such areas safer for homeowners and
their guests once the sun has gone down.
Before You Get Started:
Garage and Workshop
Smarts
Completing home improvement proj-
ects on your own can be both rewarding
and financially responsible. A growing
number of homeowners are dabbling in
do-it-yourself projects, recognizing both
the personal and financial rewards of
such undertakings. As more and more
homeowners perform their own renova-
tions and other improvement projects,
many are outfitting their homes with
state-of-the-art workshops and trans-
forming garages into a do-it-yourselfers
paradise.
Safety is vital in any workshop. During
a typical home renovation, homeowners
Outdoor lighting can play up the more decorative features of a yard, including flower
beds and decks or stone patios.
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will use all sorts of dangerous tools and
chemicals, and even the simplest mishap
can result in a serious injury. Following
safety rules can reduce the risk of injury.
Know your tools: Before novice do-it-
yourselfers begin working with power
tools, they should familiarize themselves
with their owners manuals and the oper-
ating instructions. Some home-improve-
ment retailers offer classes in various
home renovation projects and may be
able to teach tool usage. Do-it-yourselfers
should consult professionals with regard
to proper tool use and safety. Do not use
tools for purposes other than what the
tool was intended to do. If machine
guards are provided, they should be used
and never removed.
Wear safety gear: Eye, ear and
breathing protection are key in any work-
shop environment. Dust and chemical
gases may be present when working with
certain products, and debris can be
kicked up and enter the eyes, causing irri-
tation or even blindness. Loud power
tools can damage sensitive ears, especially
when used in a contained room. Always
wear goggles, sound-muffling earphones
and dust masks when working.
Assess physical well-being: Do-it-
yourselfers should never work with
machinery if they are feeling sick or
fatigued or while taking medication that
can affect concentration or alertness. All
it takes is a moment of distraction to
cause an injury.
Never surprise anyone who is working
with power tools and keep unnecessary
people out of the workshop, where they
might chat and distract others from the
tasks at hand.
Factor in ergonomics: Failure to
work in comfortable conditions can result
in repetition injuries or muscle strain.
Make the workshop as comfortable as
possible. Ensure the work table is at the
right height. Use a rubber mat on the
floor to reduce standing fatigue. Have a
stool or chair available for taking breaks.
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Home is where your heart is, and spring is a good time to start checking off all those
updates and renovations youve been dreaming about.
Keep a clean shop: Power cords
strewn around the workshop present a
tripping hazard. They also make it possi-
ble to drag sharp or heavy tools off of
tables and workbenches if the cords are
pulled or tripped over. A neat workshop is
a safer workshop. Pay attention to where
tools are kept and keep cords manageable.
Dress appropriately: Loose clothing
and hair can become tangled or lodged in
equipment. Do not wear jewelry. Dress
comfortably but appropriately for the
workshop, being sure to wear sturdy
shoes.
Lock it up: Children and pets are curi-
ous and may wander into a workshop to
explore. They can become seriously ill or
injured by the bevy of chemicals and tools
used for common projects. Some items
are flammable and sharp and should
always be out of reach. Locking cabinets
and drawers can keep tools inaccessible.
Also warn youngsters against entering the
workshop unattended.
As more people engage in do-it-your-
self projects, homeowners should reac-
quaint themselves with safety procedures.
Pool Chemistry Basics
Pool water chemistry is something that
baffles many homeowners caring for their
backyard pools. It is vital to keep an ade-
quate level of certain chemicals to create
pristine, safe swimming water.
One of the most important tools to have
is a pool/spa test kit. Sometimes pool pack-
ages will come with a basic test kit that
measures for chlorine and pH only. This
isnt really adequate for most peoples
needs. Understanding the different facets
of pool water chemistry will help illustrate
why.
There are roughly six factors that come
into play with pool water chemistry.
1. Free chlorine (FC): Swimmer protec-
tion is provided by a sanitizer, generally a
chlorine-based product. Free chlorine
residual is the measure of the active, avail-
able chlorine sanitizer in the pool that is
still able to clean the pool. Without FC, the
pool will harbor bacteria and algae and
turn swampy.
2. Combined chlorine (CC): When chlo-
rine combines with contaminants in the
pool, like ammonia and organic materials,
it essentially gets used up and becomes
inactive. This is called combined chlorine.
This type of chlorine is useless at this
point and can contribute to that chlorine
smell many people associate with too
much chlorine in the pool. Rather, the
opposite is the case. There is too much
used-up chlorine and not enough FC. If
CCis too high, it will be necessary to
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superchlorinate, or "shock" the pool, to rid
the water of CC.
3. Total chlorine (TC): This is the meas-
ure of the FCand CC in a pool. In perfect
conditions where CC is zero, TC tests can
be used in place of FC tests. However,
most home pools have occasional issues of
algae blooms or other problems, rendering
a TC test inadequate for measuring true
chlorine levels.
4. Cyanuric Acid (CYA): Cyanuric acid
is a product that helps buffer chlorine
from the effects of the sun. Essentially you
can think of CYAas sunscreen for chlorine.
Without CYA, also known as stabilizer, in
pool water -- and the right level of it pres-
ent -- chlorine will burn off very quickly in
the water. In full sunlight, its possible for
chlorine to evaporate as fast as it is put
into the pool without CYA.
5. pH: This is the measure of whether
the water is acidic or alkaline. Generally
for swimming comfort, the pH of the pool
should be kept between 7.2 and 7.6. This
way there is no erosion of metal parts or
discoloration of pool walls from water that
is improperly balanced. Other chemicals in
the pool also work more in harmony when
water pH is right.
6. Total Alkalinity (TA): TA helps buffer
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Shortcuts to a Lush Lawn
There are one million acres of lawn
across the country. Many homeowners
aspire to having a lush, green lawn as the
showcase of their properties. The front
lawn can make a statement and indicate to
passersby the property owners personali-
ties and design preferences.
Lawn care takes some dedication and
hard work, but there are certain ways to
cut down on the amount of effort required
to maintain a landscape. By employing a
few different shortcuts, you can have a
healthy, lush lawn without spending all of
your free time cutting the grass or pruning
the trees.
Stop weeds at the start. Weeding is
one of the most time-consuming parts of
maintaining a lawn. Weeds can proliferate
throughout the lawn if not addressed in a
timely manner. Once weeds take root they
can become a nuisance, so its best to treat
weeds before they even have a chance to
sprout. Apply a preemergent weed control
product as soon as possible in the spring
and then reapply it about three months
later to ensure weeds are eradicated. That
equates to much less tedious lawn mainte-
nance during the season.
Plant a urine-resistant grass.
Having a dog and maintaining a lush lawn
has always been a particular conundrum
for homeowners. Dog urine is high in
nitrogen. While nitrogen, when applied in
the correct ratio, can be a lawn-growth
stimulant, in the large concentration that
occurs in pet urine, it causes the grass to
dry up and burn, resulting in bare spots.
Replanting with urine-resistant grasses
can help cut down on the level of damage
to the lawn from your own pet or pets
that happen to make potty stops on your
property. The grasses most resistant to
urine tend to be perennial ryegrasses and
fescues.
Wake up and water. Watering in the
early mornings saves time and energy in
the long run by fostering a tougher, more
drought-resistant lawn. If you water early
in the day, less water will be lost to evapo-
ration. Limit watering to a few times per
week, and less if you have had adequate
rain. Avoid watering at night, which can
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expose the lawn to bacteria and attract
insects.
Mow when the lawn is dry. Its not
adviseable to mow the lawn when it is
wet. Slippery conditions can not only
make it more dangerous to push a mower,
but also slow down the time it can take to
tackle the chore. The mower blades can
become clogged and coated with wet grass
clippings, necessitating stopping and start-
ing the task. Another thing to consider is
lawn diseases spread more readily
through wet clippings. Stick to mowing
when the lawn is completely dry.
Let clippings fly. Mulching mowers,
or those that just distribute clippings on
the lawn as you go, can be healthier for
the grass. They will serve as fertilizer and
redistribute nutrients to the lawn as they
breakdown into the soil. According to
The Organic Lawn Care Manual, leaving
clippings on the lawn will fulfill about 25
percent of fertilizer requirements. Plus,
you save time bagging up clippings.
Mow less often. Raise the mowers
blade so that the grass is longer in
between cuttings. The taller grass will
shade the soil and block weeds from ger-
minating. It also helps improve soils
moisture retention.
Dont cut corners. Adjusting a land-
scape design to have arches and curves
can reduce the time it takes to mow and
edge a property. Hard corners in a land-
scape will require more time to keep
straight and pristine.
Caring for a lawn can take less time
and effort than you think.
Reduce Home Project
Waste
The home improvement industry has
grown considerably over the last several
decades, as homeowners increasingly
took steps to turn their homes into per-
sonal oases. But such projects often pro-
duce substantial amounts of waste, neg-
atively impacting the environment as a
result.
According to the United States
Environmental Protection Agency, an
estimated 170 million tons of building
construction, renovation and demoli-
tion-derived wastes were generated in
2003, a year when the housing market
was thriving and homeowners were not
shying away from costly home improve-
ment projects. With the housing market
once again on the rebound, the home
improvement industry figures to benefit
once again. There are steps eco-con-
scious homeowners can take to reduce
waste while improving their homes.
* Save salvageable materials. Some
materials simply must be discarded
when making improvements to a home.
But many more materials can be sal-
vaged. When making renovations to a
home, separate materials like lumber,
hardware, fixtures, and even appliances
that can be salvaged from those materi-
als that must be discarded. Many com-
munities are home to organizations that
collect salvageable materials, and these
materials can be reused by fellow home-
owners or other organizations down the
road.
* Speak to contractors about recy-
cling. Contractors working on a home
typically know which materials can be
recycled in a given area. When dis-
cussing prospective projects with con-
tractors, homeowners can mention their
willingness to recycle materials. Wood
is a versatile material that can be turned
into reclaimed or composite wood prod-
ucts, including decks or other items
used around the home. Old wood being
removed from a home may even work as
mulch, which homeowners can spread
around their yards to add aesthetic
appeal and protect plants on hot sum-
mer days. Even asphalt and concrete can
be recycled into new products, and
homeowners should discuss their wish-
es to recycle as many materials as possi-
ble.
* Choose recycled content building
materials. Another way to reduce home
improvement project waste is to make
use of other homeowners' discarded
materials. Recycled content building
materials are products that include
materials recycled from previous proj-
ects. These once-sparse materials are
now commonplace, and labels often
include the percentages of postcon-
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sumer and recovered materials used in
each product. Materials such as drywall,
insulation, kitchen countertops, glass
tiles, carpeting and carpet padding may
include recycled content, and the grow-
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made them relatively simple for home-
owners to find. When working with
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made from recycled content. Such mate-
rials are both pleasing to the eye and the
environment.
* Embrace adaptability when design-
ing a new home. Rarely do homeowners
design their homes with renovations in
mind. When building a dream home,
homeowners do not consider the likeli-
hood that they will one day move out or
even outgrow the home. Estimates vary
considerably with regard to how long
the average homeowner stays in his
home, with some suggesting as little as
seven years. While data collected from
the United States Census Bureau within
the last decade suggests that roughly
half of all homeowners had lived in
their homes for at least 10 years.
Homeowners building new homes
should expect to one day move, and
ensuring their new homes are easily
adaptable is both financially sound and
eco-friendly. When a home is built with
adaptability in mind, prospective buyers
won't have to make costly overhauls. In
addition, homes built to facilitate future
renovations won't produce the same
amount of waste as homes that are less
easily adapted.
Many homeowners embrace home
improvement projects as opportunities
to turn their homes into private sanctu-
aries. But those who do so with the
environment in mind can significantly
reduce waste and still end up living in
luxury.
Attic Ventilation
Benefits the Roof
Homeowners are often interested in
projects to improve the aesthetic appeal of
their homes, particularly those that may
increase the curb appeal of their proper-
ties. But some projects, including improv-
ing attic ventilation, can benefit a home
even when they arent especially eye-
catching.
Attic venting preserves the life of a roof
while improving the energy efficiency of a
home. Although it may seem counterpro-
ductive to let air into the attic when you
are sealing drafts elsewhere in the home,
there is rhyme and reason to venting an
attic throughout the year.
What is attic ventilation? Attic venti-
lation is a system of air intake and exhaust
that creates a flow of air through the attic.
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In the summertime, air flowing through
the attic will cool temperatures within the
attic, preventing damage to the underside
of roofing shingles and preventing ambient
heat from traveling inside of a home. In the
winter, air flow helps to keep the attic cool
and dry. This prevents moisture that can
lead to mold and rot issues from building
up inside of the attic. Attic ventilation also
prevents warm indoor temperatures and
rising heat from warming up roofs during
the winter, creating the freeze-thaw pat-
tern that results in ice dams.
Improving attic air flow: Many attics
already contain passive ventilation in the
form of vents or ventilation strips built
into the edge of the roof. Other vents may
appear in gables or eaves. Some homeown-
ers prefer the addition of an attic fan to
work in concert with existing venting. The
spring season is an ideal time to have an
attic fan installed because the weather is
temperate, making it easier to work up in
the attic.
According to Natural Light Energy
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F on hot summer days. Proper attic venti-
lation can reduce those
temperatures by up to 40 F, prolonging
the life of the roof. Attic ventilation also
reduces the load on heating and cooling
systems. No matter how much insulation is
in an attic, some transfer of attic air will
occur between the home and the attic, and
that transfer makes heating and air condi-
tioning systems run longer and harder to
compensate.
Homeowners who notice their HVAC
systems running endlessly to keep the
home comfortable can benefit from
improved attic ventilation, as can those
homeowners whose attics feature moisture
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damage in the way of rusty nails or moldy
wood framing. An attic fan is often an
effective remedy to these issues.
Attic fan 101: The installation of an
attic fan is best left to a professional, as it
requires running wiring to the fan and it
may necessitate cutting into the roof for
venting. Many fans work with a thermostat
and will turn on when the air temperature
in the attic reaches a certain temperature.
The fan will circulate the air, helping to
keep the attic cooler and dryer. Also, the
fan can help expel fumes from cooking or
appliances from the home.
Canada Go Green notes that attic fans
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making HVAC systems work more effi-
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need to be turned on or at which tempera-
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Improving attic ventilation may not add
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Make a Plan for Garage
Organization
Spring cleaning plans are on the minds
of many once the weather warms up.
Many homeowners feel a sense of renewal
in the spring, when the desire to clean
house and get organized becomes a
priority.
Garages are often targets for homeown-
ers hoping to reduce clutter elsewhere.
Once a space reserved for cars, garages are
no longer strictly for vehicles, used
instead to store items that simply do not
fit inside the home or a backyard shed.
Organizing the garage is typically a week-
end or several-day project. Heres how to
turn a garage from a cluttered mess into a
space suited for storing items of all shapes
and sizes.
Enlist a helper. Organizing a garage
is a significant undertaking that is best
tackled with two or more people. Enlist
a helper to make the project less
intimidating.
Decide what is important to keep.
Start the organization process by clearing
out the garage and taking inventory of
what you have. Items that have not been
used for several years can likely be tossed.
Make a pile of what will be kept and then
put the rest at the curb or donate useful
items to charity.
Give thought to where you want to
store particular items. Tools and items
that are used more often should be stored
within reach or where easily visible, while
items that are not used as frequently can
be stored higher up. Think about how you
operate in the garage. Recycling bins can
be stored closer to the door into the home,
while bicycles and skates can be nearer to
the garage door for easy access.
Group like items together.
Categorize items that will be kept. Garden
tools, camping gear, sporting equipment,
and automotive supplies should be catego-
rized and stored in their own areas of the
garage, determining if certain items can be
stored inside the home to free up garage
space. Grouping items together will make
them easier to locate in the garage.
Move boxed items into clear stor-
age containers. Its much easier to see
what you have when it is stored in clear
containers. Some containers are interlock-
ing or stackable, making it much more
convenient to store items vertically and
free up more floor space.
Invest in vertical storage systems.
Moving items from the floor and putting
them on shelving or behind cabinets can
make the garage more organized. Hooks
and bins also can be used. Employ a peg
board full of hooks for oft-used tools or
other items you need at the ready.
Leave space for hobby and work
areas. Garages are where many improve-
ment projects begin or where hobbies,
such as woodworking or crafting, take
place. Leave space for these tasks and
hobbies.
Give the space a fresh coat of paint.
Some garages are dingy and dark. Bright
paint on the walls and floor can open up
the space and, when combined with more
lighting, can make it lighter and brighter.
Garage organization is a common
spring cleaning project. But it shouldnt be
reserved for this season alone. Periodic
checks of the garage and straightening up
can keep a garage clean and organized
throughout the entire year and make year-
ly spring cleaning much more manageable.
How to Cut Costs on
Home Improvement
Projects
Over the last several decades, more and
more homeowners have embraced the
notion that homes need not all be alike,
and that an individuals home can cater to
his or her personal tastes and needs. The
trend of modeling a home after ones own
tastes has extended beyond choosing furni-
ture or other replaceable elements to
structural changes and full-scale renova-
tions, thus upping the financial ante for
homeowners who want to turn their
homes into places more in tune with their
own personalities.
When it comes to improving their
homes, many homeowners associate cut-
ting costs with cutting corners, which can
put residents safety at risk. But there are
ways for homeowners to save money on
home improvement projects while still
ensuring their homes are safe and sound.
Work with recycled materials.
Homeowners about to undertake small-
scale do-it-yourself projects can often save
money by using recycled materials. Many
homeowners do not go the DIY route
when making larger renovations, but those
that do also can save money by using recy-
cled materials. However, homeowners
should know that many contractors do not
work with recycled materials in an effort
to avoid liability should something go awry
during the project or after it is completed.
But DIYers can benefit from using recycled
materials, which can be purchased at vari-
ous locations. For example, Habitat for
Humanity, a nonprofit organization devoted
to building homes for the less fortunate,
operates its own ReStores, which are non-
profit home improvement stores that sell
recycled building materials at a steep dis-
count. ReStore locations can be found by
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Get your hands dirty. Labor costs on
home improvement projects are consider-
able, but homeowners can cut these costs
by doing some of the labor themselves.
Even those men and women with little or
no DIY experience can still chip in and
save some money. Homeowners about to
embark on a rebuilding project can chip in
and do some of the demolition on their
own. For example, when replacing side-
walks, homeowners can simply break up
and remove the existing sidewalk on their
own rather than paying their contractors
to do such work for them. Its best for
homeowners to leave interior labor to the
professionals, as they are more knowledge-
able about how to find load-bearing walls
and plumbing fixtures than the average
weekend warrior homeowner.
Homeowners who mistakenly take out fix-
tures inside their homes in an attempt to
cut down on labor costs might find such
miscues are far more costly than simply
paying for the labor from the get-go.
Remember howflattering imitation
can be. As the old adage goes, Imitation is
the sincerest form of flattery.
Homeowners working on tight budgets
can opt for imitation materials that appear
and feel just like more costly authentic
materials. When opting for imitation mate-
rials, homeowners should know that they
or their representatives cannot falsely rep-
resent the materials as authentic when
selling the home, no matter how much
materials look and feel like the real thing.
Schedule projects during the off-
season. Like many professionals, contrac-
tors have busy seasons and seasons that
tend to be slow. These seasons can change
depending on geography, but homeowners
can save money by postponing projects
until the slow season, when contractors
are more likely to offer discounts in an
attempt to stay busy and continue to gen-
erate income. Savings will vary depending
on a variety of factors, but its not unlikely
that patient homeowners willing to wait
until the offseason to renovate their homes
can save as much as 5 percent on the over-
all cost of the project.
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Swansons Sell to Smith Brothers Ace Hardware
Swanson Hardware Supply, a 56-old Vineland staple recently has been
sold to Vineland Ace Hardware. Founded in 1956 by Walter and Bob
Swanson, Swansons has been serving the Vineland and tri-state areas with
general and industrial hardware, equipment and supplies. According to
Russell Swanson, We couldnt be more pleased to have found such a won-
derful transition for our familys business. Our core values and commitments
to community are well aligned. We have considered it a privilege that our
business has been a part of our community for so long, and are grateful to
our many employees and customers over the many years.
Vineland Ace Hardware is part of the Smith Brothers Ace Hardware family
of stores. Smith Brothers has been in business since 1936 with six other Ace
locations in South Jersey. The acquisition of Swansons East Avenue location
will be their seventh Ace Hardware branded location. The Smith family cur-
rently operates Vineland Ace Hardware at Lincoln and Dante avenues, which
will remain open, as well as their new East Avenue location. As a family, we
are excited about the opportunity to acquire Swanson Hardware Supply,
states Joe Smith, III. We are very excited to continue the tradition of serving
our customers, community and team members. We could not think of a better
opportunity and family to work with.
Swanson Hardware will be liquidating inventory and power equipment until
Monday, April 14. The Smith family will close for a few weeks to re-merchan-
dise the entire store and is planning a soft opening for Memorial Day Weekend.
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Try not to customize. Though the
driving force behind many home improve-
ment projects is to create a dream home
that caters to homeowners individual
needs, going overboard with customizing
is expensive. Larger-than-normal dimen-
sions may seem like a great idea, but unless
theyre absolutely necessary, theyre best
avoided by budget-conscious homeowners.
Building supplies are sold at certain
dimensions because those dimensions are
the most common. Altering these dimen-
sions unnecessarily is only driving up the
cost of the project, so its best to stick with
stock sizes when money is tight.
Home improvement projects are often
expensive undertakings. But such endeav-
ors need not break the bank.
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including:
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a rubber spline
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a razor knife or sharp scissor
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Window screens are not effective at keeping insects out of a home when theyre
damaged, but the process of replacing or repairing a screen is rather simple.
Orlandini Tile Advises:
Know Your Stone
The use of natural stones in the
home has become increasingly more
popular in the past several years. The
timeless elegance, beauty and variety
of these stones are the reason more
homeowners are turning to them. While
there are many varieties of stones, the
most popular are travertines, lime-
stones, marbles and granites.
Travertines and limestones can be
used in kitchens, foyers and bath
areas. Polished marble will wear
because it is a softer stone and is not
recommended in higher traffic areas.
Like any stone, they are porous and
should be sealed after installation.
Granite is a very hard stone that is
used for foyers, walls, counters and
commercial applications. Because of
granites resistance to acids, it is a
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With proper care and maintenance,
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years to come. As stated, natural
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ers and enhancers. Impregnating
sealers form an invisible barrier that is
resistant to stains and moisture and
will not alter the look of the stone.
Enhancing sealers are used mostly on
tumbled stones. They are designed to
enhance and rejuvenate the appearance
of stone while protecting from stains.
While sealing provides protection,
maintaining the stone is also very
important. Therefore, when selecting a
cleaner, make sure it does not have an
acidic base. This is a recipe for disas-
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neutral cleaner. This is a nontoxic
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measuring tape
masking tape
a screwdriver or an awl
Once those materials have been gath-
ered, the process of replacing or repairing
damaged screens is rather simple.
1. Measure the area of the window to
determine how much replacement screen-
ing you will need. Remember to leave extra
room in your measurements so you have
slack to make the new screen fit taut. The
measurement will also help you determine
how much spline you will need.
2. Remove the screen from the window
frame. Some windows do not have remov-
able screen frames, and you will have to
work on the screen in its upright position.
3. Use the screwdriver or awl to pry the
edge of the existing spline that holds the
screening material in the frame. Pull out
the old spline and remove the damaged
screening.
4. Measure the new screening from a
replacement roll. Lay the screening down
on the frame, ensuring there is overhang
on all sides. If necessary, use masking tape
to temporarily secure the screening to the
frame while freeing up your hands. This
also works if you must replace screening
vertically and cannot remove the window
frame and make repairs on a flat surface.
5. Take a new piece of rubber spline and
push it into the edge of the screen frame,
securing a corner of the new screening to
the frame. Continue to press the spline
around the perimeter of the screen frame
firmly into the groove with the screen
rolling tool, which looks like a small pizza
cutter. This effectively secures the screen
into the frame.
6. Continue around the edge of the
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frame, pulling the newscreening taut as you
go. This helps to keep it free of wrinkles.
7. Once you have inserted the spline all
the way around, cut it off from the spline
spool and push in the edge.
8. Use a razor knife or sharp scissor to
cut off the excess screening, being careful
not to dislodge it from behind the spline
when cutting.
9. Replace the screen in the window.
In the case of small tears in a screen, a
complete replacement may not be neces-
sary. Home improvement stores sell screen
patch kits. Some work by cutting out a
piece of patch that is attached to an adhe-
sive backing and sticking it over the hole.
Other patches are small, woven wires that
can be threaded through the hole in the
screen. A really small hole can be mended
with a drop of clear-drying glue.
The same method of screen replace-
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screened-in porches, aluminum doors or
sliding patio doors. Just be sure to pur-
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CABINETRY TRENDS
FOR KITCHEN & BATH
Homeowners are looking for
safer choices that wont quickly go
out of style and which fit within
their budgetary constraints, said
John Troxell, design director for
Wood-Modeone of the countrys
leading manufacturers of fine cus-
tom cabinetry for the home and
office. In response, were seeing,
for example, the increased use of
lighter and more neutral finishes,
including gray as a preferred cabi-
netry color.
A neutral tone, gray harmonizes
with virtually any hue and corre-
sponds particularly well with stain-
less steel appliances and metallic-
tinged surfaces. Wood-Mode recent-
ly introduced a mid-range gray vin-
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complement practically any kitchen
or bathwhether its a traditional or
contemporary design. Additionally,
there are new gray laminate prod-
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surfaces. These both received rave
reviews from the designers who saw
the new finish and laminate for the
first time at The Kitchen & Bath
Industry Show this year.
The reproduction quality of the
wood grain image on this laminate
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authentic, said Troxell. And the
advantages of laminate are plentiful.
It provides a surface thats easy to
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serves as an affordable alternative
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Another style in vogue is an
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Homeowners who want their homes to
make strong first impressions must prior-
itize curb appeal. Homes with strong curb
appeal sell well and can impart a welcom-
ing feel to all visitors. Improving curb
appeal need not be expensive, and the fol-
lowing are a handful of ways to improve
the appearance of your home.
1. Install a bold-looking door in a
vibrant color or one with a custom design.
This helps the home stand out from other
properties in the neighborhood.
2. Edge the driveway to create a dis-
tinct border between the driveway and
the lawn or other landscaping features.
This helps homes appear neat and well
kept.
3. Use outdoor lighting to make a home
more inviting. Outdoor lighting also
makes properties safer to traverse at
night.
4. Clean a homes exterior to remove
mildew or discolorations from the siding,
driveway, patio, and other outdoor ele-
ments.
5. Improve landscapes with fresh
plants and seasonal color. Homeowners
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compact fluorescent lamp, can save an average of $13 per year per bulb, thats
approximately 25 percent of the energy used for the same light emission. The
CFL bulbs also have a life expectancy of 10,000 hours compared to 1200
hours for their incandescent counterpart.
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bulbs is also important because it causes air conditioning systems to work
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homes exterior.
6. Prune planting beds and add new
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7. Add shutters and accent trim to a
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9. Replace concrete paths with tile or
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Turk's Pressure Clean
Beautifies Home Exteriors
Ronald Turchi started Turk's
Pressure Clean back in the spring of
1985. It has always been a family
business that started out with a
song and a prayer and a lot of hard
work to make the company what it
is today. The company strives to
provide customers with quality, hon-
est and dependable service.
There are many people today in
the business compared to when I
started, says Turchi. I am sorry to
say most homeowners do not know
what to expect because there are
many people out there who go out,
buy a machine, and go around and
do more harm than good. Turchi
adds that most do not carry insur-
ance or have the knowledge to prop-
erly clean a persons home.
Powerwashing is an unregulated
industry and that is why I stress to
people not to hire people who post
signs on telephone polesI call
these type of people splash and
dash individuals. When you hire
these types of people, you will not
be happy and if something goes
wrong then you have a problem.
Turks Pressure Clean is a legiti-
mate business, registered with the
State of New Jersey, and they pride
themselves on customer satisfaction.
Turchi recommends powerwash-
ing your home on an annual basis,
simply because the mold and algae
continues to thrive in damp and
humid conditions. Turks has an
annual service policy to fit your
budget, so that once your home is
professionally cleaned, they can
come out every year and do a fol-
low-up to keep your home looking
like new. Keeping the mold and
mildew off of your home ensures
that you, your family and pets will
not be exposed to potentially deadly
mold allergens.
Turks cleans aluminum and vinyl
siding and also they handle roof
cleaning. Most aluminum siding can
be safely washed and this depends
on the age and condition, according
to Turchi. We always do a test to
see if you can have this washed or
we will recommend that it be paint-
ed, he says.
Vinyl siding can be safely washed
if done properly. Turchi cautions
homeowners who might consider
doing it themselves. They might
think cranking up a rented pressure
washer to 3,000 psi on is the way to
go. Turchi says this can be disas-
trous. Damage can result if water
gets behind the siding and creates
more of an unseen problem behind
the siding. Pressure is not the
answer to cleaning, therefore we uti-
lize a process called the soft wash
process, which cleans your siding
without all the force of a standard
pressure washer, explains Turchi.
We use a specially formulated
house wash detergent to properly
clean your house and safely and
effectively remove mold and mildew.
Turk's Pressure Clean also cleans
roofing shingles, and again, he cau-
tions homeowners to reconsider if
thinking this is a do-it-yourself job.
If you do not know how to do this,
you can become seriously injured.
The black streaks you see on many
roofs is called gloeocapsa magma, a
cyanobacteria that is an airborne
mold spore, which attaches itself to
the roof of your home. In time, it
becomes an unsightly mess that, if
left untreated, will prematurely end
the life of your roof. The mold spores
feed off of the limestone coating of
your shingles, which in turn loosens
the little granules which are the
main composition of your shingles.
We do NOT pressure wash your roof.
We will treat this issue with a spe-
cially formulated detergent that will
eradicate this problem.
If any homeowner has questions
about pressure washing or roof
cleaning, Turchi encourages them to
call and leave a message at 856-
692-7470. Your call will be returned
promptly.
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