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Table of Contents4 Preventing lawn damage this spring

5 Spring is garden time

6 Protect your garden from hungry critters

7 Go Green this spring!

8 Choose ergonomic tools

9-10 Setting up a play set

11 Decorate your screen porch

12 How to care for your hardwood floor

13 Build a real backyard!

14 Tips on creating your outdoor space

15 Create a designer look

16-17 Restore your yard after winter

18-19 Where to start with spring cleanup

20 Backyard luxury without the cost

21-22 Choose a colorful top!

23 Make your home a green place

24 The top 10 dream home features

25 Be smart about renovations

26-27 Create an outdoor retreat

28-29 Tackle these easy improvements

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Many homeownersaspire toward apristine and lush

lawn. For some a nice lawngives them feelings of pride.Others believe a perfect lawnenables them to have the best-looking house in the neighbor-hood. Many homeownersspend hours outdoors perfect-ing their lawns or spend agood deal of money hiring pro-fessionals to make their lawnmore appealing. But justbecause a lawn looks goodnow doesn't mean it will lookgood later. That's because deli-cate grass can be damaged by anumber of different factors.

GrubsGrubs are not very lawn-

friendly. Grubs are actually thelarval stage of different typesof large beetles. These worm-like creatures feed on the rootsof grass and are able to killlarge sections of the lawn in arelatively short amount oftime. It can sometimes be diffi-cult to discern whether grubs,drought or another other pesthas damaged a lawn. One wayto check is to grab a portion ofthe damaged lawn and attemptto peel it back. If it comes back

easily like a piece of carpet, it'slikely grubs. Spotting grubsunderneath is a sure sign theselarvae are killing the lawn.

Using an insecticide for grubcontrol in July can help kill offgrubs that start hatching inAugust through September.Grub eggs do well in sunnypatches of lawn that are wellwatered. More shade maydeter them. There's also theoption of letting the lawn godormant and not watering it,but you will be left with abrown, unappealing lawn.

Pet UrinePets can also damage a lawn.

Pet urine can create burntpatches and significant discol-oration on the lawn, particular-ly if the dog or cat uses onearea consistently as their pottyzone.

The best way to preventurine damage is to walk yourdog so that he or she will nothave free reign of the yard.However, sometimes dogs getout or stray cats and dogs visityour yard and relieve them-selves without your knowl-edge. So this method is notfoolproof. Therefore, youshould take added action to

maintain a lush lawn.First, make sure that soil and

lawn is in good health by fer-tilizing and taking care of itproperly. Second, water candilute urine and neutralize itscorrosive properties. Somehave found that diluted urinecan often act as a fertilizer tograss. You may have noticedthat the outside ring of aurine-burned spot is oftengreener than the healthy lawn.Try to dilute the urine prior to8 hours having elapsed for thebest effect.

Burrowing animalsMoles and voles are among

the more common lawn dam-age culprits. Voles are smallrodents that resemble mice buthave stouter bodies, shortertails and rounder heads. Theyfeast on everything from bulbs,succulent roots, ground cover,and even dead animals in theirpaths. Their burrows enablethem to move around relative-ly undetected, typically untilthe damage has already beendone.

Moles, although they have asimilar-sounding name, are notrelated to voles and look verydifferent. They have a cylindri-

cal body shape with velvetyfur, very small or invisible earsand large paws for digging.Moles often feed on earth-worms and other small inver-tebrates found in the soil. Theburrows they create are essen-tially traps for the worms, whofall into the burrows, wheremoles easily access them.Moles often stockpile wormsfor later consumption inunderground larders.

Voles can be kept away withnatural vole predators, such ascats, hawks, owls and snakes.Mouse traps can also capturevoles when baited. You mayalso dig sharp materials orchicken wire into your soilaround planting beds to makeit uncomfortable for voles andmoles to tunnel through.

Moles can also be controlledwith traps. Finding active moletunnels will help you place thetraps effectively to either killor simply contain the mole.The live animal can be relocat-ed to a site where they won'tcause trouble.

Lawn damage can occurthrough a number of differentfactors. Finding out the causecan help you find an effectivetreatment.

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Few things are anticipated more in spring than the arrivalof new leaves on the trees and budding flowers in thegarden. A landscape awash with fresh colors can bright-

en the spirit and make anyone want to head outdoors.There are many different plants that begin to show their col-

ors in the spring. A number of perennials, annuals and treesbegin to flower or show new sprouts come the springtime. Hereare some plants that can be planted for springtime enjoyment.

AnnualsLooking for first signs of color? Look no further than these

wonderful annuals.* Alyssum: Starting in April, this cascading bounty of tiny

flowers offers a sweet aroma that attracts butterflies.* Dianthus: These vivid flowers also attract butterflies and are

often a cottage garden staple.* Gypsophila: Also known as baby's breath, these delicate

flowers can serve as filler in any landscape. Pink and whitevarieties are available.

* Impatiens: One of the best-known plants for the garden,these annuals come in scores of colors and can generally toleratefull sun to full shade.

* Larkspur: Belonging to the buttercup family, these flowersbloom in shades of white to violet.

* Pansy: These flowers are some of the earliest springbloomers, arriving alongside spring bulbs like tulips.

* Petunias: Petunias put on a show of color through the entireseason, making them a popular bedding flower.

PerennialsThese plants will

come back yearafter year and offerspring shows.

* Cherry blossom:The flowers thatsprout on cherrytrees are some ofthe first signs ofspring. Their pinkor white buds areoften a spectacle, somuch so that townsand cities hold cher-ry blossom festivals.

* Columbine:These beautifulblooms attract but-terflies and can be anice part of a gar-den bed.

* Jacob's ladder:Variegated foliagethat is dappled with violet-colored flowers can add a sweetsmell and visual interest to the garden.

* Primrose: These flowers come in a variety of shades, makingthem versatile in any garden. They also tend to attract butter-flies and hummingbirds.

* Sweet violet: These fragrant flowers are edible as well asattractive. These plants can self-plant, so unless a gardenerwants them to spread, they should be kept contained.

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Homes full of garden beds withblooming flowers and foliagecan seem warm and inviting.

Planting flowers is one of the easiestways to transform the appearance of ahome with minimal effort and expense.Too often homeowners plant annuals andperennials only to find their hard workhas been damaged by hungry animals,like deer, rabbits and underground pests.There are ways to keep animals awayfrom plants -- many of which are humaneand environmentally safe.

Keeping furry marauders away fromthe garden is something individuals wholive in rural or suburban areas have toconsider when planting. Many communi-ties are growing and encroaching on thenatural habitats of wild animals. Withsome of their natural food sources dimin-ishing, animals may decide to partake ofthe easy pickings that come from resi-dential home gardens.

If you understand how these animalsfeed, you can take precautions to restrictaccess to planting beds. Rabbits tend tomunch on vegetables and ornamentalplants. Small in stature and not able toscale fences very easily, rabbits might bedeterred by a low fence surroundingplants. Consider digging some chicken

wire below the fence a few inches to dis-courage digging under the fence. Thefence should be 18 inches high, and youshould keep the openings no more thanone inch because rabbits can squeezethrough small openings.

In terms of gophers, moles, voles, andother burrowing animals, the key is pre-venting underground access. Chickenwire or another abrasive material putunder the garden soil can help keepunderground animals from burrowingunder and then up into the heart of thegarden.

Deer are another story altogether. Theyare tall animals capable of rising up onhind legs to stretch out and reachbranches of trees and bushes. Therefore,taller fences may be needed to protectthe garden. But these can sometimes beunsightly, especially in a front yard.Therefore, look for natural barriers thatcan keep them out. They may be deterredby thorny bushes or plants. Daisies,papaver (poppies), narcissus, rudbeckia,achillea, agastache, aster, lupine, coreop-sis, verbascum, centaurea, and echinaceaare available in many varieties and arenot attractive to deer or rabbits.

Here are some additional strategiesthat you can try.

* Create narrow pathways betweenraised beds. Rabbits will feel like theyare in prime locations for predators toget at them in this type of situation andmay be less likely to venture in. Deermay not be able to navigate narrowpaths.

* Use mulch. In addition to benefittingthe plants, keeping soil moist and fertil-izing the areas, mulch also deters manyanimals.

* Interplant different species of plants.Some animals don't want to bother pick-ing tasty plants out among other vari-eties they don't like. So mix plants withones that animals find unpleasant.

* Use other natural deterrents. Animalsmay be kept away by scents of theirpredators. Urine from coyote, foxes,dogs, and cats may help. You can also tryhuman hair, cat litter and soap flakes.

* Create an animal-friendly area else-where. Feed the deer and rabbits thefoods they love somewhere away fromyour garden. They may fill up withfavorites and stay away from your flow-ers and vegetables.

* Traps may work. As a last resort, usehumane traps to collect animals andrelease them elsewhere.

PROTECT YOUR GARDEN FROM HUNGRY ANIMALS

Gardening can be a rewardingand relaxing hobby, one thatallows gardeners to escape from

the daily grind and soak up some sun. Asrewarding as gardening can be, it's evenmore so when gardeners ply their tradein an eco-friendly way.

Gardening with the environment inmind is something many gardeners mightdo already without even knowing it. Thefollowing are a few ways to garden in away that's mutually beneficial to garden-ers and the environment.

* Use mulch to conserve resources andreduce reliance on fertilizers. Conservingresources is one of the best ways to helpthe environment, and applying mulch is agreat way to conserve water. Mulch helpsthe soil retain water, keeping the waterfrom evaporating into the air, whichmeans less watering for gardeners whowant to keep their gardens looking lushand healthy.

In addition to helping conserve water,mulch can also help reduce reliance onfertilizers. That's because mulch providesnutrients to the soil as it breaks down,providing an eco-friendly alternative forgardeners who don't want to rely on fer-tilizers to deliver nutrients to their soil.

* Plant more flowers. Planting flowersis another eco-friendly way to garden.Native flowers, in particular, can helpmaintain an area's natural ecosystem,providing food and shelter for insectsand other wildlife.

More flowers and plants around theproperty also means there willbe significantly less grass tomow, which reduces theamount of gas necessary tomow that grass in the warmerweather and the amount ofgreenhouse gases the lawnmower produces. In addition,less grass means less need forfertilizers and pesticides tomaintain that grass.

* Choose gardening toolsand products with the environ-ment in mind. Veteran garden-ers have a host of tools thathelp tackle every problemimaginable. But many oldertools or gardening productsmight not be made of recycledmaterials. When shopping forgardening tools, whetheryou're a beginner who needseverything or a veteran gar-dener whose tools have seenbetter days, choose productsmade from recycled materials.For example, many gardeners

use mats to help reduce stress on theirknees when kneeling down to garden.When buying a new mat, choose onemade from recycled tires.

But emphasizing recycled productsshouldn't stop at the tool shed. Mulch, forinstance, can be made from recycled rub-ber and won't impact the environment ina negative way. Just be sure to purchaserecycled mulch that is nontoxic and doesnot consume natural resources.

* Live and let live. Insects might be anuisance, but they can also be a garden-

er's best friend. Spraying insecticide sim-ply because insects can be pesky is short-sighted and impractical. Certain spidersprey on other insects that can be harmfulto a garden, while butterflies and beeshelp pollenate flowers. Earthworms arealso very beneficial to a garden, helpingto aerate and fertilize the soil andenabling plants to grow by removingharmful matter from the soil.

Gardening is a rewarding hobby, onethat is even more so when gardenersinstitute eco-friendly practices.


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Hand injuries are a common sideeffect of certain occupationsand hobbies. Tennis elbow or

wrist and even carpal tunnel syndromeare well-recognized injuries. Butergonomic tools can help alleviateinjuries due to repetitive motions.

The term ergonomics is derived fromthe Greek words "ergon," which meanswork, and "nomoi," which means naturallaws. In the simplest terms, ergonomics isthe study of how work is done and howto make work better. It has led to anentire subset of ergonomics includingproducts that can make work better andare safer for the body. This is done bydesigning items that increase utility ofthe item, are more comfortable to use,and reduce injury through frequent use.

Ergonomic products are most readilyassociated with items of the workplace,including ergonomic keyboards, comput-er mice, office chairs, and lighting. Butmany industries have reevaluated opera-tions to include tools that are ergonomicin design. Gardening is one area whereergonomics has become especially popu-lar.

The National Institute for OccupationalSafety and Health estimates that the rateof hand injuries in the workplace is 25hand injuries for every 10,000 full-timeemployees. However, hand, back andinjuries of other areas of the body arealso commonplace due to hobbies likegardening. Many people have consideredgiving up gardening due to the pain thatensues from using the wrong tools. Hereare some ergonomic tools to consider foruse while gardening.

* Extend a Hand Ergonomic GardeningTool Set: These garden tools help individ-uals continue gardening tasks with easeand joint protection. The tools attach tothe forearm and feature a right-angledgrip to promote strength and leverage.Interchangeable heads turn the tool into ahoe, trowel, cultivator, or pruning saw.

* Radius Garden 102 Weeder HandTool: This device alleviates wrist andhand fatigue from gripping and pullingout weeds the traditional way. The weed-er features a patented hand grip that pro-vides more leverage with less wriststress. The aluminum blade helps to cutthrough weed roots and lift out weeds

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* Bond LH029 Ergonomic HandleGarden Spade: The handle and length ofthe tool is designed to create maximumcomfort and leverage when digging insoil.

* Miracle Gro(R) Ergonomic GardenFeeder: This feeder has an ergonomichandle for an easy, stress-free grip. Thetrigger lock allows for one-handed con-trol and three spray patterns.

Gardening doesn't have to be painfulwhen you use tools that are speciallydesigned to fit the hand. They help allevi-ate strain to the wrist and elbow whilemaximizing leverage

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Setting up a backyardplayground setOutdoor play is a high-

light of childhood.Being able to run,

jump and swing outside is anexcellent form of exercise and away for kids to interact withtheir friends.

One staple of youthful play isspending time on a play set inthe backyard. Parents without aplay set in the backyard needonly look into a neighboringyard with a play set to witnessthese prime congregation spotsfor the neighborhood children.And play sets don't just benefitkids. Parents who want to keeptabs on their children can do somuch more easily with a back-yard play set, and knowing theyare having fun close by allevi-ates worries.

The decision to purchase aplay set is one pondered by par-ents all across the country. Thereare scores of ready-made vari-

eties available or sets that can becustom designed. The choice ofwhich one to buy should bebased on a number of factors,both in desired features and alsomodels that offer safety.

MaterialsThe first decision parents face

is which material to use for theplay set. The main materialsused to build play sets are plas-tic, metal and wood. Plastic setstend to be very basic and may bereserved for young children'ssets. While they can go outside,they may not last more than afew years and are often best rel-egated to indoor toys.

Metal sets are some of themost durable and strong. Theyare frequently seen at parks andplaygrounds. Metal play sets are

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often cemented down to afoundation for stability, whichdoesn't make them ideal for atemporary set that will beremoved when the kids out-grow it. Also, you cannot gen-erally add onto a metal set.

Wooden sets are usually acompromise between the two.They're good for backyardsbecause they can be takendown when they're no longerused. They can also be mademore useful with add-onattachments, such as extraslides, rock walls and differentswing variations.

SafetyPlay sets are designed for

children, so all of them shouldbe safe, right? Not exactly.Some manufacturers cut cor-ners or create somewhat ques-tionable designs. Look forrecessed hardware and boltsso that clothing doesn't snagon pieces that stick out.

Choose play sets that havehandles for extra stabilitywhile children are climbing.Avoid ones with metal hard-ware that can rust and weakenover time. Wood-to-wood

attachments won't rust andwill be more durable.

When choosing wood sets,be sure to select hardwoodsthat will not soften and warp.In addition, choose designsthat feature rounded edges sothere will be less chance forsplinters or injuries from hit-ting blunt edges.

Be sure to have plastic-cov-ered chains on swings andother moveable parts so thatfingers cannot get inside ofthe links and be pinched.

Check to make sure treatedand stained wood does notcontain harmful material, likearsenic, that can leach out ofthe wood into the surroundingsoil.

Some parents also may wantto look for a wooden play setthat is made from materialsharvested following sustain-able forestry guidelines. Thisgives parents some peace ofmind knowing their child'splay set is eco-friendly.

Play sets can be fun addi-tions to the backyard. Theycome in many different sizesand configurations, so it's pos-sible to find one that will fit inany backyard.

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Ascreened-in porch or a three-season room can be a welcomespace that adds viable living

area to a house. Oftentimes, these roomsserve as a bridge between the indoorsand outside, and they can offer the crea-ture comforts of any other room in thehome. Just as they would a bedroom orfamily room, many homeowners prefer todecorate this area so it doesn't look likean extension of the backyard, insteadshowcasing the homeowner's personalstyle.

Homeowners can add many accents toa screened-in porch. Keep in mind thatbecause this three-season room will likelyneed to endure the weather, includingmoisture and sunlight, decorating shouldbe planned accordingly.

Turn a screened-in porch into a wel-coming space with a few different ideas.Here are some things to consider.

* Think about adding sheer curtains tocreate privacy and keep sun out on hotdays. It is important to choose fabricsthat are fade-resistant but also resistantto mold and mildew. Muslin or even mos-quito netting in different shades can be

draped to add some visual interest.* Look for outdoor furniture that is

both comfortable and attractive. Wicker,wood and wrought-iron are popularmaterials for outdoor designs. There arealso cushions crafted from weatherproofmaterials that can add a pop of color andcomfort to the space.

* Enhance the area with some wall art.Hang an anchor for a nautical theme, orsome whimsical accessories to create akitschy country feel.

* Spruce up the lighting so it's not ster-ile outdoor flood lights. Install a ceilingfan to circulate the air and add some aes-thetic appeal. Or consider hanging achandelier made of materials that areimpervious to the weather, like seashellsor bamboo.

* Just because you're adjacent to theyard doesn't mean you can't bring someplant life inside of the screened room aswell. Potted plants will soften the roomand add color and a homey feeling to thespace. Just be aware that outdoor plantshave to be watered more frequently thanindoor plants because of their tendencyto dry out in the sun.

* Define the entertaining space with athrow rug made from outdoor fabric.Essentially you can create a mini livingroom right outside.

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Over the years, home interiortrends have continued tochange. What's popular one

year might seem dated the next.Hardwood floors, however, are one popu-lar trend that has managed to maintainits popularity.

Renters and homeowners alike are headover heels for hardwood floors, enjoyingtheir aesthetic appeal and their tendencyto never go out of style, particularlywhen compared to other flooring alterna-tives. Hardwood floors can also be mucheasier to maintain. Whereas carpets aresusceptible to hard-to-remove stains anddirt that might never go away, hardwoodfloors can be very easy to clean, main-taining their "good as new" look for yearsif homeowners take simple steps to keepthem clean.

* Be diligent on a daily basis.Hardwood floors are typically easier tomaintain than carpet, but that doesn'tmean homeowners should be lax withregards to hardwood floors. Some dailymaintenance can significantly increase thefloor's life expectancy. Should any spillsoccur, clean up after them immediately toavoid warping. In addition, address anyscuff marks at night after dinner. When itrains or snows outside, make sure no one

wears their shoes around the homeinside. Place a mat near the entryway andinstruct all family members and guests toremove their shoes before walking on thefloor. This will greatly reduce the likeli-hood of water damage.

* Sweep or mop on a regular basis. Adry microfiber mop will keep the floorclean and looking good while ensuringthere is no water damage. It might not benecessary to mop every day, but home-owners who want to extend their floor'slife can use a broom or vacuum to keeptheir floor dirt-free.

* Periodically give the floor a thoroughcleaning. It isn't necessary to give thefloor a thorough cleaning every nightbefore going to bed. However, every sooften thoroughly clean the floor beyonddry mopping or vacuuming. Check withthe manufacturer before doing anything,as the type of floor will dictate which isthe best approach. Some manufacturerssuggest certain polishes or cleaning solu-tions, while others advise against suchoptions.

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Welcome Spring with a Real Backyard!

As temperatures begin to climb,thoughts turn to the backyard:is it ready for spring? If your

outdoor living space needs some seriousTLC before the flowers bloom, here aresome great ideas for creating a natural,authentic backyard oasis.

Get decked out. The heart of any back-yard is a solid wooden deck. It's the per-fect spot for grilling, sharing familymeals, relaxing with friends, playingwith the dog, and enjoying nature.Whether you have a deck that needs alittle updating or you're thinking ofbuilding a new wood deck, downloadthe free Authentic Deck Guide atwww.realoutdoorliving.com for informa-tion on upkeep, construction and build-ing material selection.

Add an outdoor room. Already have awood deck? Great! So what's next foryour yard? Brad Staggs, HGTV and DIYshow host and producer, and a licensedcontractor, offers a few ideas: "Thinkoutside the box and create a lovely littleoutdoor living room for your family andfriends. Start with a nice, quiet spot

under a tree or off in a corner. Add agarden bench and a couple of woodenchairs, plus a fire pit or chiminea, andtop it off with a deep arbor covered in aclimbing vine. Involve the entire familyby building a simple bench and chairs,and let Mom pick out the perfect flowerfor the arbor. Then, sit back, toast somes'mores and enjoy the fruits of yourlabor!"

Keep it real. Your deck and other out-door living projects should mesh withyour backyard and be a seamless partnerwith nature. Unless you have plasticflowers and trees in your yard, whychoose fake decking? Truth is, pressure-treated wood is the best option for decksand outdoor projects. It's beautiful,strong, durable and affordable. Wooddoesn't conduct heat like other deckingmaterials can, meaning no burned feet inthe heat of summer. When treated prop-erly, wood is impervious to rot andpests. And treated wood is proven to bepeople- and pet-safe. Sure there's a littlebit of upkeep -- no building products aretruly maintenance-free. Every spring

when you clean your home and washand wax your car for the first time, takea look at your deck and see if it needs alittle cleaning or perhaps another coat ofsealant. That's all it takes.

Concerned about our forests?Choosing wood for any home improve-ment project is a very wise environmen-tal decision. Thriving, sustainably man-aged forests create a healthier environ-ment for all of us. Choosing forest prod-ucts -- wood -- encourages US landown-ers to keep replanting trees. The forestindustry plants more trees than they har-vest every single year, ensuring woodwill be around for generations to come.Wood is one of the only naturally renew-able building products available, and theonly energy it requires to manufacture itcomes from the sun. You can't get muchmore green than that.

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Outdoor living spaceshave become increas-ingly popular over

the last several years. Thehome improvement boom hasshown many homeowners justhow easy it can be to trans-form a home into a privatesanctuary that caters to thepersonalities of the home's res-idents.

Outdoor living areas havebecome an extension of thehome's interior, with manyhomeowners creating outdoorliving rooms and dining areasso they can relax and eat mealsoutside just as they do indoors.But homeowners thinking ofcreating outdoor living spacesshould consider a few tricks ofthe trade before beginningtheir projects.

* Strategically place thespace. Property often dictateswhere the outdoor living spacewill go, but it helps to keep inmind that the outdoor space ismore likely to be used if it'seasily accessible from theinside of the home. For

instance, if residents need towalk out the front door toaccess an outdoor living spacein the backyard, then residentsmight find the area is tooinconveniently located andthey won't make the most ofthe space. Whenever possible,plan the outdoor living spaceso it's easily accessible fromthe home's interior, preferablyfrom the kitchen so it will beeasier to carry meals outdoorswhen dining outside.

* Emphasize comfort. Manyhomeowners look at their out-door living areas as places tokick their feet up and relax, socomfort should take prece-dence when planning thespace. Forgo the plastic patiochairs of yesteryear for furni-ture that's more sturdy androomy so you won't feelcramped or sweaty on warmsummer evenings and after-noons. In addition, don't forgetto shade the area. Some home-owners choose to build pergo-las, but oftentimes an umbrellaor two can do the trick at a

fraction of the cost. If the out-door living area is near trees,they might provide sufficientshade from the often blisteringsummer sun. But keep a fewumbrellas in the garage just incase.

* Illuminate the area.Summer nights spent relaxingin the outdoor living areamake for great memories. Butsuch nights are nearly impossi-ble if the area doesn't havesome lighting. Tiki torchesmight do the trick for some,while others who want toavoid giving their outdoor areaa luau feel might prefer solar-powered accent lights, whichwon't require any wiring. Ifyour backyard attracts its fairshare of insects, look forinsect-repelling lights orlamps. Whatever your prefer-ence, don't forget to have somelighting so those summerevenings spent under the skydon't have to end when thesun goes down.

* Keep the design consistentwith your home. In addition to

providing an outdoor respitefrom the daily grind, an out-door living space can alsoincrease a home's resale value.However, homeowners whohave one eye on R&R and theother on resale value shouldkeep the design of their out-door living space consistentwith their home.

* Don't forget the fire pit. Afire pit provides a great focalpoint for an outdoor livingarea. Instead of sitting at thedinner table, families andfriends can gather around thefire pit and relax with somes'mores and share stories. Buteven when guests aren't com-ing over, a fire pit makes for agreat place to relax and let thetime go by.

With more and more home-owners transforming theirhomes into their own privatesanctuaries, outdoor livingspaces continue to grow inpopularity. By employing afew simple tricks of the trade,homeowners can create theoutdoor areas of their dreams.

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Interior designers have a knack forpulling together furniture and acces-sories to create rooms with wide-

spread appeal. But not every homeownerhas the resources to hire a professional tohelp turn their interior from drab to fab.Fortunately, it doesn't always take a pro totransform a home's interior.

The key to creating a beautiful room isplanning. Designers do it and so shouldyou. Measure the dimensions of the roomand create a sketch of the area using graphpaper or computer software. Be sure toplot any windows or doors on the drawingso that you will be aware of obstacles.

Homeowners unsure of what they wantshould browse through magazines or pic-tures on the Web for inspiration. Search forkey phrases that describe your designstyle, such as Tuscan, farmhouse, country,colonial, etc. Then read up on the compo-nents of these styles that define it. Thiswill help you select items that fit with thestyle.

Once a particular style has been chosen,create a design board just like the profes-sionals. Cut out swatches of fabric, select

paint swatches, find magazine picturesthat fit with your goal and arrange themon a piece of poster board. See how theitems work together. If you are unsure ofcolors, see which shades were used in theinspiring picture and determine if it willcoordinate with your home.

When designing, identify or create afocal point in the room and build off ofthat. This may be a large window, fire-place, or even the entertainment center ifit's a family room. Place furniture aroundthe focal point and then move outward.

It's also important to keep scale in mind.Large walls or tall ceilings will create plen-ty of wall space. A small print or wallhanging will be lost in such an area. Besure to choose furnishings and accessoriesthat fit with the scale of the room. In otherwords, a huge sectional may overpower asmall living room.

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Restore your yard once winter is gone

Restoring a yard after a long winter is a springtimerite of passage for many homeowners. Harsh windsand heavy snow can take their toll on even the most

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and begin restoring the yard to where it was before all thosestrong winds and snowstorms. To get started on your yardthis spring, consider the following tips.

* Don't begin too early. The early bird might get the worm,but the early homeowner might get a damaged lawn. If tem-peratures for an upcoming free weekend are unseasonablywarm, it's best to avoid doing spring yard cleanup until therehave been several warm weekends to thaw the ground.Unless the ground has completely thawed, footsteps on theyard will damage the grass, compacting the soil and prevent-ing the air and moisture that soil needs from doing its job andpenetrating the soil. What's more, if the yard is raked beforethe ground has thawed, the rake might just be pulling thegrass out by its roots.

* Survey the property. A close survey of the property willgive homeowners an idea of just how big or small theirrestoration project will be. A thorough survey will reveal anyproblem areas and may also reveal some unexpected guests.Rabbits and squirrels often nest in yards during the winter.Rabbits will nest in the ground, while squirrels typically


build nests made of leaves in the trees. Unless it's entirely nec-essary, avoid removing any nests, and be sure to carefullyinspect the yard before the season's first mow.

* Out with the old. When the cleanup process is ready tobegin, it's time to remove remnants from last season. Thisincludes removing any dead plants as well as last year's mulch.If new mulch is simply thrown on top of old, plants could suffo-cate.

Dead leaves also tend to gather during the winter, often upagainst fences or a home's exterior walls. Rake up these deadleaves and add them to the season's compost.

* Get rid of thatch. Thatch can be soil's worst enemy, prevent-ing its access to the sunlight, air and moisture it needs to makethe lawn look beautiful and healthy. Thatch removal can be tire-some, but visit the local hardware store and pick up a dethatch-ing rake to make the job a little easier. Thatch removal isn'talways necessary every spring. Many homeowners have foundremoving thatch every other year is effective enough.

* Aerate the yard to revive the soil. Soil often becomes com-pacted as spring becomes summer and summer becomes fall.This is especially true of yards that are heavily used, be it bykids playing outdoors or families who love to host warm weath-er gatherings in the yard. Aerating in the spring removes plugsof sod from the soil, loosening it up and making it easier for airand water to reach the roots.

* Address those ugly bald spots. Bare spots in a yard canresult from any number of things, be it a dog urinating in theyard or even disease. Early spring, when temperatures are a lit-tle cooler and promote grass growth, is a great time to addressthe yard's bald spots. Do so by clearing away the spots andsprinkling the freshly exposed soil with some grass seed. Thenadd some fertilizer and be sure the newly seeded areas get somewater until the new, healthy grass begins to grow in.

How to Choose the Right BuilderWhether the kids have all

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* Look for a builder with a solidreputation. A builder's reputationspeaks volumes, but it doesn't haveto speak for istself. That's because abuilder who has spent years provid-ing personal service, innovativedesign and quality workmanship willno doubt have a host of happy for-mer customers ready and willing tooffer their input. If during the inter-view process a builder appears reti-cent to share his work or experiences

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Take some inventoryMany people have no problem buying new clothes, but they

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Address the windowsIf the last several months have been especially cold or snowy,

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The blinds and drapes will also need to be addressed, as theyhave likely accumulated some dust over the last few months.Dust the valance and the frame, and wipe the blinds down witha damp cloth. You can also use your vacuum's upholstery andbrush attachments to further clean blinds and drapes.

Tidy up the bedYou likely wash your bed linens regardless of the season.

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"Affordable" and "luxury" never usedto be words you'd see cozied up together-- luxury, after all, implies a lifestyle theaverage person can't afford!

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A quality hammock is one of the mosteconomical face-lifts you can give yourback yard, confirms Walter R. Perkins III,CEO of The Hammock Source, home tosuch trendsetting brands as The OriginalPawleys Island Rope Hammock andHatteras Hammocks.

"With a good hammock, you look andfeel lavish without having to spend lav-ishly," Perkins explains.

Paired with an attractive powder-coat-ed steel stand or a luxuriously curvedcypress-wood stand, a quality rope orfabric hammock quickly becomes thesumptuous centerpiece of any deck, patio

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"For a couple hundred dollars' invest-ment," Perkins notes, "not only have youjust boosted the visual appeal of yourproperty, but you've also just created aluxury destination right outside yourown back door. Plus, your neighbors aregoing to envy you every time they catchsight of you across the fence, stretchedout and content!"

The hammock wasn't always so con-nected with luxury, however. Far from it.

Prior to the late 19th century, ham-mocks functioned primarily as sailors'beds, and were neither particularly com-fortable nor all that safe. Fabric ham-mocks back then were cramped, hot andprone to tipping, while rope hammocks,equally unsturdy, were woven typicallyof rough hemp or manila, and riddled

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Ward switched to heavy cotton ropeand a knotless, lattice-like weave, placingwooden spreader bars at both ends tohold his hammock open -- and what wasonce a clingy, scratchy, knotty sleeping-cocoon became a soft, open, airborneleisure space.

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Smith, a nationally-known color expert and the owner ofSensational Color, offers these tips for homeowners determiningwhat roofing colors to select.

Tip #1 -- Take time and do your homework. Don't rush a deci-sion. Try to envision a home exterior that you will like nextyear, five years from now, and then 20 years from now.

Tip #2 -- Consider your options. While a solid color roof maywork for some home styles, a blend of several colors may offer a"softer" look with more accent options. Pre-bundled roofingcolor blends can be made with two, three, four or five differentcolor blends that complement each other.

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After considering his options, Wahl selected the Aberdeenblend from DaVinci Roofscapes. "I felt like the color blendoffered me so many more long-term options than a single color,"

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As you tear apart the wallpaper,replace the cupboards and stripthe floorboards, experts caution

not to reach for that bucket of paintbefore investigating the innards of yourwalls.

Insulation and infrastructure are signif-icant to the foundation and value of yourproperty, so bringing in a home inspectoror appraiser allows you to make correc-tions early, before you've finalized therenovation plans.

Common problems centre on air leak-age and poor insulation issues, expertstell us. The latest research, for example,indicates that traditional fibreglass andcellulose insulation are less reliable thancontemporary spray foam insulation.

Foams, like those from Icynene, areknown to decrease the presence of com-mon airborne irritants, reduce air andwater penetration and reduce energycosts. When you sell your home, sprayfoam insulation stands to give a betterreturn on investment than dated insula-tion.

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Plan your renovation smartly

This year, transform your outdoor areainto a family retreat with an "out-of-the-box" vision, careful planning and

the appropriate tools. First, gather your familytogether for a brainstorming session and tar-get what you want to do in your outdoorhaven. Next, make a to-do list of the projectsrequired to make your vision a reality. Finally,round up the tools and supplies you need andget to work! To help you, Woodcraft offers afew suggestions to make your work easier.

Advice from Tommy MacTommy MacDonald, host of "Rough Cut --

Woodworking with Tommy Mac" on public tel-evision, has a few tips for your outdooradventure.

"Before you saw a board or drive a screw,make sure you have all the tools, supplies andplans you need rounded up and ready for theproject at hand," says MacDonald. "Stoppingand starting to hunt a tool or make a trip tobuy materials wastes time and energy betterspent on building. Don't forget the safety gearand first aid kit and work with a partner onthe big projects whenever possible."

Gathering PlacesDecks, patios and porches,

both open and enclosed, invitepeople to gather for a meal,share conversation or playgames.

To start your building proj-ects, use the Bosch 12" DualBevel Miter Saw for yourcrosscutting chores. The saw'spatented Axial-Glide Systemexpands horizontal cuttingcapacity to 14" and affords acompact work space that savesup to 12". Make quick work ofbuilding a deck or porch floorwith the Kreg Deck Jig that

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creates a strong wood-to-wood bond with self-tapping screwsthat are hidden for a smooth, splinter-free surface. Compatiblewith composite deck boards, ACQ treated lumber, and nativesoftwoods such as redwood, cedar and pressure-treated pine,the jig comes with Kreg Coarse Protec-Kote (anti-corrosion)deck screws that are sold separately and can also be used assimple face screws for a variety of outdoor projects. Add aPinnacle Three-Piece Combination Square (blade, square headand center finder), a Woodcraft 6' tape measure and a selectionof HIGHPOINT stainless steel exterior grade screws to your toollineup for general measuring, marking and joinery.

Comfortable FurnitureWhether you're on the deck or on the lawn, comfortable furni-

ture will enhance your outdoor living experience. Woodcraftoffers a wide selection of outdoor furniture plans, includingAdirondack chairs, swings, garden benches, rockers, picnictables and benches, arbors and much more.

For your furniture projects, use the Rockwell BladeRunner, aportable, multipurpose precision cutter that uses any T-shankjigsaw blades to make straight, curved or controlled cuts, allow-ing you to use both hands to guide the material (wood, metal,ceramic tile, aluminum or plastic).The BladeRunner can be wallmounted, but easily detaches for use at your worksite and has adust port for attachment to a shop vacuum for continuouscleanup. To hold workpieces together, Jorgenson offers its ISD3Expandable Clamp in 6", 12", 18", 14" and 36" sizes. Two clampscan be joined to extend the clamping length by 6". Use theFestool CSX Lithium-Ion 10.8V Cordless Drill Driver Set for allyour drilling and driving chores, especially in tight spaces, darkspots and corners.

Activity Areas & Secluded SpotsWooden playground equipment, game courts, garden benches,

arbors, gates and trellises organize your outdoor living area forfast-paced play and quiet relaxation.

For cutting chores on these varied projects, use the FestoolTrion PS 300 EQ Jigsaw, a 720-watt tool that cuts 43/4" woodenbeams, 3/4" aluminum or 3/8" steel with ease. Electronic Multi-Material Speed Control provides the correct constant speed forthe material you are sawing, which prevents overheating. If youneed a second pair of hands for large or awkward tasks, theRockwell JawStand can help. The easy-to-use work supportstand is ideal for holding, clamping, and feeding large work orsheets of material.

Protect Your Projects & Your HandsEnsure a long life for your outdoor wood projects with

OneTime Wood Protector, a proprietary acrylate resin blend thatpenetrates wood, actually becoming part of the cellular struc-ture, and cures by exposure to UV radiation. Curing requirestwo dry days with no precipitation. OneTime is guaranteed toprotect new wood, old wood, or wood that has had a previouscoating removed -- for seven years. To protect your hands, coverthem with YGC General Utility Gloves. Made of high quality,man-made materials, the gloves are form-fitting, lightweight,washable and tough.

To learn more about these products and others that can helpyou create your outdoor retreat, visit your local Woodcraftstore, call (800) 535-4482 or visit www.woodcraft.com.

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Few industries have grown as much in the last decade-plus as the home improvement industry. Whereas it wasonce commonplace for homeowners to have a handyman

on speed dial, nowadays homeowners handle not only the rou-tine upkeep necessary to maintain a home, but many homeimprovement projects as well.

Home expert Danny Lipford, host of the nationally syndicatedTV show, Today's Homeowner, and radio show, Homefront,said, "Today you've got not only an amazing selection of tools tohelp with every project, but they also shorten the time it used totake to complete the project. When you couple that with all theDIY instruction and programming out there, it's no wonder wehave the confidence to do more on our own."

As popular as home improvement projects have become,many homeowners still find themselves pressed for time whenit comes to tackling projects around the house. For homeownerswithout much time during the week, Woodcraft offers the fol-lowing projects tailor-made for weekend warriors.

Ready The Deck For Summer FunWith spring on the horizon, the season to relax on the deck

and soak up the sun is right around the corner. Homeownerscan upgrade their deck and create an incredibly strong wood-to-wood bond with the Kreg Deck Jig System. Compatible withcomposite deck boards and ACQ treated lumber, the Kreg DeckJig System can help homeowners create a beautiful and func-tional deck surface that's completely free of exposed fastenersand painful splinters. The Kreg Deck Jig System's easy grip han-

dles help DIYers gain a secure hold and completely control eachand every joint, while the system's three separate drill guidesallow for easy installation of deck boards in a variety of hard-to-reach areas. When combined with a few simple tools home-owners already own, the Kreg Deck Jig System ensures home-owners can vastly improve their deck no matter how pressed fortime they might be.

Paint A New Look InsideSpring is often seen as a season of rejuvenation, so why not

give your home a brand new look by repainting the interior?Veteran DIYers can no doubt recall when painting took as muchelbow grease as it did time, but times have changed. Thanks tothe new Fein MultiMaster, the tedious and time-consuming jobof scraping old paint with a putty knife and sanding tightspaces with paper wrapped around your finger is a thing of thepast. The MultiMaster's profiled sanding pads make scrapingold paint easier than ever before, while its multiple user-friend-ly accessories that scrape, cut, shave, sand, polish, and removegrout make the MultiMaster an ideal companion for homeown-ers with several projects on tap this spring.

Tackle Indoor Projects On Rainy DaysSpring might be synonymous with feelings of rejuvenation,

but it also brings spring showers. On rainy weekends, tackleinterior projects with the Rockwell BladeRunner. Whether youwant to cut and install base molding, chair rails or hardwoodflooring or frame and trim windows and doors, the lightweight,

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portable BladeRunner is your go-to tool. This precision cutter'svariable-speed motor control and simple blade changing mecha-nism allow you to easily cut wood, metal, ceramic tile, alu-minum, and plastic using a T-shank jigsaw blade. You can oper-ate the BladeRunner on a benchtop or use the convenient wallmount bracket. Attach the tool's dust port to your shop vac foreasy cleanup.

Prepare Tools In AdvanceWhile there are several projects homeowners can complete in

a single weekend, no project is likely to be successful withoutproperly maintained tools. Homeowners should take inventoryof their tools before beginning any projects to ensure the toolswon't cause any delays. The Work Sharp(R) Knife and ToolSharpener can bring tools back to life in a matter of minutes.This handheld, motorized tool sharpens any knife as well asscissors, tin snips, garden shears, and even lawn mower bladesfor green thumbers. The sharpener's patented Flex-Tek(TM) belttechnology conforms to the shape of any blade, practically guar-anteeing a sharp edge and ensuring your next home improve-ment project will start off on the right foot.

Work SmarterTackling a home improvement project in a single weekend

might not be easy, but DIYers can take steps to make such proj-ects easier. For example, Vibe-Away Anti-Slip Pads are madefrom recycled tires and designed to reduce the transfer of vibra-tion that occurs in most woodworking tools and stationaryequipment. This shock absorption pad helps reduce sound,vibrations, and pulsating of router tables, scrollsaws, table sawsand other benchtop or stationary machines, making it easier tocomplete a project mistake-free and in less time.

LOC-Blocks Interlocking Material Gripping Blocks grip boththe work surface as well as your project without the use of anyclamps. The nonslip pads support work during assembly with-out leaving marks, while the non-marring pads allow homeown-ers to lift work above the surface while finishing edges.

To learn more about products that can help you successfullycomplete your home improvement projects this spring, visitwww.woodcraft.com.

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Adirondack Custom Granite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adirondack Natural Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Affordable Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Askco Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Barber Cooke Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Burris Contracting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Carol’s Collectibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Champlain Valley Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Champlain Valley Heating & Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Chippewa Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Crown Point Self Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cutting Excavating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Dave Whitty Sales & Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DC Renovations & Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Eastside Metals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Eric & Eric Construction & Drawing Services 21

Eric’s Painting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Falls Farm & Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Geraw’s OK Septic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Glens Falls National Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Harper’s Outdoor Wood Stoves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Hudson River Trading Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

LaBounty Light Trucking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Lake Champlain Coal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Larry Shiell Excavation & Sanitary Services . . . 18

Lee Peters Carpentry & Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Schroon Lake Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

MacLeod’s Lumber & Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Mahoney Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Morse Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Nadeau’s Farm & Garden Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Parker Water Wells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Patio Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Pro Build Lumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

R&R Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

R&T Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

R. Patnode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Security Concepts of Plattsburgh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Skenesborough Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Sunshine Laundry & Dry Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

T&G Stump Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Ti Paint & Decorating Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Ti Tree Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Ticonderoga Federal Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Utopia Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Utopia Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Walker’s Farm Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Western Slate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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