Successful home remodel- ing depends on a vita! first step — good planning. A simple but accurate floor plan drawn on graph paper ‘will help.a conteactor visu- alize:your concept and pro- vide'a basis for cost esti- mates.

If structural work is plan- ned or the basic living area changed, ‘a building permit usually is necessary, It’s a good idea to check the build- ing regulations in your com- munity before working out the details-of any major re- modeling project.

Don’t: overlaok elements of planning that can help reduce costs. Keep in mind. that the standard Square and rectangle are efficient room shapes while ovals or circles are costly. Locate new plumbing so it-can tie into present pipes, drains and vents,” Also, ‘it’s possible to save more than 10 percent of the remodeling cost by do- ing some of the work your- self, such as painting, stain- ing, laying tile, wallpaper. ing,. -paneling or carpeting.

“One of the more popular modernization projects is adding a family room. An- dersen Corporation of Bay- port, Minnesota, a leading window manufacturer, of-

Careful Remodeling Plan

Decorating with Color :

- with blues or whites.”

, New Linen Look

Elegant A Accents

Can Reduce Project's Cost

and build accordingly, A family room should be designed and located to ac- commodate family activi- ies,

*Room dimensions

should be about 14x20 feet, -

no smaller than 12x14 feet,

* . Materials for the walls as. yellow,. or cool it dawn -

McCOLL |

and floor should be selected ~.

for easy cleaning ‘and durability,

* Build in storage space ~

and provide ample. windows

ventilation,

for natural Hent and

Here's another sugges: tion; make an- outside view. #F part of the family-activities’ f-§ with’ the ‘installation: of: ‘4:

gliding door. Andersen's Perma-Shield gliding doors give family tooms a feeling of spaciousness while providing some important energy conservation fea- tures. These gliding doors and windows have a preser- vative-treated wood ‘core

sash and frame sheathed in”

low-maintenance vinyl, Wood is used. because it’s a

hatural insulator. .Factory- ..

installed vinyl weatherstrip- ping, twice as weathertight as accepted industry stan- dards, assures snug closure against . air infiltration. Double-pane safety insu-

You can achieve many results with judicious use of | colors, say decorators.

You can open up 2 roam +

by painting a dark wall

- yellow, for instance. Or you - can minimize architectural: ’ irregularities by painting - walls and ceiling the same

color.

You can: “warm up” a. room:with bright colors such’

Primary colors such as bright red and yellow can create a dramatic effect to- gether, while greens can sreale a fresh effect.

_A jarrow room can be opened up with, gradations of color that lead: the eye around it horizontally, and the ceiling lowered with a deeper tone. If you want to raise a ceiling, use- “pale totes, - . ;

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Beautifully kept home on large corner lot nicely treed both front and back. Completely fenced backyard. 3 bedrooms up, Finished family room with acorn. down. Carport with basernent. entrance. Should view ta appreciate condition cf this home. Near schools. . : _ Asking $49,500. :

a -now, build tater, SOLD -

Extra-wide, bold-pat- terned drapery fabric can be used to make washable tablectoths and placemats,

- For a festive touch, add

freshly-starched coordi- nating napkins.

Chandeliers are now pop- ular decorative accessories and many homes have'more than one! Inexpensive chan-

déliers can add a lovely ac- -

cent to dining rooms, en- tyanceways, and powder rooms.

Let It All Hang Out:

AUTOPLAN AGENT

Small kitchens can be

* made to seem less crowded

with open shelving. If your cupboards look outmoded and cramped, remove the doors to let pots and pans or

- staples function as decora-

tion as well,

_ Collector's Comer

Hf you have a cullection you're especially proud of, : be it sea shells or coins, 4 don't scatter your prizes about the room, Give them \ the importance they deserve by grouping them together to display as a collection. -

‘SEE US.NOW FOR _

1300 sq. ft. hame with full basement presently used as 2bedroom suite. Quality

finishing both up and down. Abedrooms up all with wall fo. wall. Ensulte off of

master bedroom. Good sized kitchen. “Clase to

Looking for a reasonably priced building lod. about a 75'x200' serviced lot for the very reasonable price of $6500, lot is seared and culvert Is installed, buy

schools. Asking $55,000,

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lating glass, standard in Perma-Shield gliding doors, can eg ” provides added «protection fF:

‘against heat loss. -

fers the following sug- gestions:

* Make sie the addition matches * the _ architectural

style: of- your home..A 00m . Organize that. Clutter! ]

addition should blend’ with Ce, Just a narrow: row .of 3 bed h con

the -general character of | ledges along a recessed area 9 bedroom home on on.

your home. of your walls can become a

‘great ° Older completely

remodeled home In newly developing: subdiviston: 3 bedrooms and full basement at very reasonable price,

kitchen with laundry area.

fiPebtace.* # Rental’ uhit’ on property. Reasonable

asking of $29,500.

calls for a simple covering, because of its size, White is Right

If you can't decide on what colors: to‘ ‘decorate with, you. can't go wrong . ‘with white, You can always add colorful accessories to accent your scheme, or bring in color with fabrics and prints as you. wish.

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Safety Tip .

Scatter Tugs are decora- tive to look al, but they can be. dangerous! Secure them firmly to floors with two- Sided tape.

Fit for a King?

That king-size bed may make you feel like royalty,” but: decorators warm. that it

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4615 PARK AVENUE, TERRACE, B.C. Y6G 1VS

635-4971

Ahome that lasts! Save on

upkeep and heating costs: and aquire this solid home. Bi Built of cement. block construction with brick

Split level home on Scott Avenue, Full basemont, three bedrooms, family

iFo oF the large farnily. Over A300: sq. ft. of living space . plox basement. suite in a

on, basement. Fully.

Just starting ‘out? Take a Jook af this fully re- decorated 3 badroom

landscaped ‘lot, close 10 © raom and fireplace in ‘house: - Features a. bright veneer. 1280 sq. TL. 3 Choal, Reasonable faxes.. jiving room. Asking ‘itchen. anda fireplace. © Bedrooms up and 2 down Well constructed home and. § sso 509, Cal! Kelly 8. Nicely landscaped with stairs, ’. beautiful

frult trees. and berry -

shrubs, located close fo schools and contra of town. All this only $29,000, call.. Christel Godlinski 635-5997, -

Rariced at $59,000. Call H.

fireplaces, big rec‘ raomil jodlinski 635-5397,

_ and insulated wine cellar. @ “Located In: quist area’ ofS : fown. > Price’ $62,000. Call Christel Godlinski for more} ‘information |

; Squires 635-7616.

a hause close to Is? We have a family ‘home listed to sell that lities “for © central tion, close to most of community amenities.

ors larger family © home? Try thisone! Three | bedrooms, two fireplaces, . convenient location and ; good neighborhood add fo : the attractiveness’ of this property. Asking $60,000. Call Kelly D, Squires 635. - 7616 or drop in to our-offica and view this preperty on hci

Newer home on large fot. Paved clrevlar driveway. Garage. Full basement. 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite. . Patio doors in dining: area iead onto a large: sundeck with ‘southern exposure. Must be sold quickly.. Wallll priced at $55,000, Call Hans} : rie at 635-4971,

rge n.garden aréa, _ fruit trees and landscaping “help to. highlight this 2000: ' sq, ft. home. _. Located | ‘conveniently to schools and * ‘downtown, you must view this-property to appreciate ‘its many assets, Call in today. and soe it on **Realscape!: - Asking ~ $43,500. Kelly Savires 635. 76s.

finlihed basement. Asking enly, $49,900, Call Horst God 635-539

adjoining ‘ensuite jacilities and featuring gatio..doors direct onto a undeck. Many other extras make this. adircom family home yalque and: an excallent buy. Listed at $45,000. .Call Frank Skidmore at 635. so}. for an at ointment.

A good home in. ihe old style set on at acre . property In the uplands. A total of 4 bedrooms, family kitchen. Storage for boots, ‘anawmoabiles etc, Phone Frank, Skidmore,’ 635-5691 or see if on Realscope, in. _ our office, - :

‘deal home r the growing family. Large - carport, » landscaped yard, 2 levels of

fiving, 4 bedrooms plus

wrap around sundeck. | ‘Phone B.' Parfitt 635-497 18 for. appointment to view.

. large) on Clark ‘Road.

‘appointment. to ne arb ‘Parfitt .

Living room with :brick & ..

ee location, cholce tot, 1240sq.

mM electric

fm area that could be used asa

livingroom and hatiway.

SPLIT-LEVEL 4911 Scott Ave. - Excellent ait, plus the finished a basement level. Natural mrock fireplace, 2 full bathrooms, - attached double garage, wide paved driveway are just some.of the features. This Is a lotof m home and Bob Sheridan a would be pleased to show ou.

im Only 3 years ald, 1288 sq. ft;

with full basement, modern a kitchen, nice dining room, 2 fireplaces, ensuite maPlumbing off master bedroom, rec, room, all. f bedrooms, Ilving room, and dining raom, nicely car- peted. Located In-an at:, tractive area of Westview i Or. Cail Bob Sheridan. -

FULL BASEMENT IN

S THORNHILL: ; - Attractive 3 bedraom hone with wall to wall carpating,. heat.: two bathrooms and a full BS basement with two bedrooms; and kitchen

rental suite... Full. price

py The :. full:

~ PROPER TIES FOR SALE

95 percent financing available on this modern 3 bedroom home with low cost gas heating and h.w. at ' 4642 Weber St. cn pavement.

Nice kitchen with separate

. Utility with hookups. Workshop attached to carport. All for asking price of §27,500. L

‘Quick sale wanted cn 1200 sq. it. oF itving area; om: bines a 60’ 3 bedroam mabile with carpet and vinyl floors, oil heat, plus a 10x50’ cedar addition with extra - bedroom’ and large family area. - ~~ wood heater serves the’ ‘entire hame most:of the time. . * Nicely landscaped with greenhouse. Applicances and-

furalture Included-for asking price of $20,500, . ..

. inquire of of our other listings of Jats, acreage and homes. We will be pleased toassist you anytime.

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Just listed ‘this thres bedroom, cathedral! én. france home with wall:to

‘torear sundeck, 3 baths, 4 place, * ensulie~ with || shower, lus’ basement, 2-]- ‘plece).. two "brick: fireplaces, attached .. car- portand covéred entrance. ~ basement . Ts. finished with gyprac walls, large carpeted rumpus room with wet bar, storage. ares--and.'bédrsom,” For viewing ¢ Call- Bert: Ljungh.

SJUST LISTED -

| tractive - ; livingroom, doubte : cbt. a

This fine homo at 4910 Scott ‘Ave, has full: basement; 3

bedroom on main and larga : 4th bedroom in. basement 1. ‘also’ family “room. .- ; i \

Carpeted bedrooms, |.

THE KITCHEN YOU

ALWAYS WANTED

‘Here itis a Kitchen with cabinets galore in this top r quality full basement 3

bedroom. home, 2: “bathrooms, large carpated faces ood Nec nir

wail carpeting, patio. doors:!

‘quiet. dead: end: ‘Street 50. “convenlent. 16 downtown. . - Give Bob’ ‘Sheridan..a: pall’

‘ wits priced reasonable.

FULLY FINISHEO BUNGALOW

Located close te schools this 3. bedroom, -basement .home has car- peting, acorn fireplace, lots of closet: finished: basement witha large “rumpus room with wet bar, extra. bedroom, bathroom,’ taundry room And storage, The lot (s well landscaped, fenced ‘and ‘| there fs a'dd ‘carport. Ta’ view Conia

2571 Clarke Road Osiuxe Diplomat double wide with ensuite bathroom and basement. Over 110 sq. tt. Has] " bedrooms, attraciive carpeted living room. closets and compact modern kitchen. Range. fridge anddrapes Included. Double heated wired garage with . concrete floor. Has 200° frontage. Asking price $36,000,

; Close totownon lowerend of MéConneli Ave. Spotless, well kept 2 bedroom home with gas heat and family . sized klichen. Home has been completely redecorated.

‘Exterior Is stueco and’ siding,. Excellen! heated, wirtd'arid insulated: Appealingly with Japanese garden. Asking $31,900 and open ‘to’

offers.

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a “3 . - AN EXCITING VIEW . One of the choicest lots im: around Is the site of this § fotatly finished home featuring quality .car- i peting, five’ bedrooms, 3 baths, two fireplaces, patlo J doors fa a sundeck with a

breathtaking. . Thornhitt, Kitimat. vatley and Terrace. The property: Is-2°% acres, partially. landscaped and there Is an attached ™ ‘double’ carport and a separate. two car B ‘garage,

NEAT ‘TWO BEDROOM E ON A FULL ACRE .

This home is situated on one acre_lot which is land-: scaped with lawn, garden fa. area and.frult trees. The Ba home features: concreia foundation, terior, 8 sundeck and the iM ‘Interlor redecorated: throughout...

Contact Dwain McColl 0 Mew. Asking’ $27,000, | -

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