Villadom Times Weekly Newpaper Online-March 16, 2011 Issue

March 16, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 23 �� (ARA) If you are among the millions of American homeowners who have decided that sprucing up the home you have is more cost-effective than moving into something newer or bigger, you may be looking for some easy ways to improve your living space. Transforming a room from floor-to-ceiling is not as hard as it may sound, even if you are not the most experienced do it yourselfer. The job can be simple if you start from the ground and work your way up with these easy DIY tasks. Look down. What’s on the floor under your feet? Are you happy with what you see? If you’re living with stained carpet, shabby vinyl, or hardwood that has seen better days, it’s time to make a change. If you are a DIY diva, you might refinish those hardwoods, lay some new carpet, or rip out 3-2-11 karen/janine that vinyl with your bare hands. If you’re a DIY newbie, you can change the look of your floor with a lot less effort HomeImpDecBanner6x and skill. 6 x .75”up carpet with colorful area rugs and strategiCover cally arranged furnishings. Mask that vinyl that is so “lastdecade” with easy-to-install, self-stick carpet tiles or vinyl tiles. Refinishing a hardwood floor may be beyond your skill level, but virtually everyone can wield a paint brush and roller. Simply paint tired wood floors in a neutral color - brown, tan, khaki or even white - to create a fresh-looking foundation for your room decor. Painting is one of the easiest ways to freshen up a room, and painting walls really requires no special skills. Pick a new color you love, or simply freshen up the existing color. Hit the paint store and ask the staff there for some tips on how to make the job go smoothly. Wallpaper is another great way to revive a room’s Three easy tricks for ﬂoor to ceiling updates look, but it’s traditionally considered a job requiring some sophisticated DIY skills. However, some wallpaper murals are easy to install. Seek out repositionable wall murals that can be placed on any flat surface (walls, windows, even doors). Wall murals and wallpaper are great ways to dress up a room, and now it’s easier than ever to use this favorite technique of top designers. When was the last time you looked up at your ceiling -- for any reason other than to change a light bulb? The ceiling is an area of room decor that often gets overlooked, but smart interior designers know ceilings have a big impact on how a room looks and feels. For your purposes, a little color experimentation could go a long way. Fortunately, many paint stores and hardware stores now offer free brochures and paint chips that suggest subtle pairings of appealing wall colors with unexpected ceiling hues. If you prefer to play it safe, simply repaint the ceiling white; it’s one of the fastest, easiest ways to make a room feel bright and new. Remember: You can freshen your decor with a few simple tricks and a weekend of elbow grease. �� The Villadom TIMES is giving you the opportunity to present your quality services and merchandise in its special Home Improvement & Decorating section. In The Villadom TIMES, you’ll get the exposure you need in 56,000 homes right in your market area. And, as always, your Villadom TIMES advertising message is conveniently delivered each week by US mail to every residence in the 12 Bergen County towns listed below. Majka Railing Company We Manufacture • Sell • Install Colonial Style Aluminum Railings Powder Coated Finishes 3rd Generation Serving NJ Since 1964 Got Water? Custom Aluminum Railings Free Estimates/Fully Insured 1-800-956-6255 Lic. # 13VH00307700 �� & FLOORING �� WEDNESDAY �� WEDNESDAY �� The Scotts Annual Program Provides Nutrients Your Lawn Can Grow On! 3-16-11 joan/janine MajkaRailing2x2(3-16-11) and program takes the confusion guesswork out of caring for your 2 x 2” Scotts 4-step annual lawn care lawn. Each step provides your lawn with a constant supply of nutrients throughout the growing season, and at the same time, takes care of problems like crabgrass, weeds and insects. Best of all, the average 5,000 square foot lawn takes about 30 minutes, four times a year. Imagine a great looking lawn with only a 2-hour investment in time! YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NEWSPAPER �� Call The Villadom TIMES today to place your advertisement. March/April May/June July/August Sept./Oct. �� - Wyckoff, Midland Park, Franklin Lakes �� - Ridgewood, Glen Rock ��- Ho-Ho-Kus, Allendale, Waldwick, Saddle River, Upper Saddle River, �� - Ramsey, Mahwah Scotts EZ Spreader for only Reg. $49.95 (with ad only) Buy the Scotts Lawn Pro 4-Step Program and get the Special Sale $29.95 Mon-Wed 7:30-6, Thurs & Fri 7:30-8, Sat 8-5, OPEN SUNDAY 9-3 www.homehardwaresupply.com 27 Franklin Tpke, Waldwick • 201-652-5666