April 11, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 17 al Lauretta for Men has been a pillar of fashion throughout Bergen County since 1974 and continues to develop a loyal following among patrons who appreciate meticulously tailored suits, dress shirts and pants for work or more casual gatherings. Sal Lauretta and his father, Raffaele Lauretta, co-founded Sal Lauretta for Men utilizing the fine tailoring skills they developed in Italy to custom-fit men’s suits and clothing. Since then, the store has gone through three different expansions and revitalized its brand offerings to provide a larger breadth of quality and selection. The name brands they carry - Hugo Boss, Jack Victor, Canali, and Ravazzolo, among others – have transcended through time for their classic, clean appeal while remaining relevant to current fashion trends. The latest change happened in the spring of 2006 when third- Pictured, seated: Ralph Lauretta and Sal Lauretta. Standing, from left: Rumilda Ramos, Mark Del Castillo, Mark generation family member Ralph Ganguzza, Jorge Hernandez and Lorena Lauretta. Lauretta developed a new niche within the store which brought an edgier attitude while remaining true to the traditional ideals of tailored clothing. This department highlights high-end, fashion-forward apparel from top designers. Denim and ready-to-wear lines such as 7 for All Mankind, AG Jeans, Robert Graham, Bugatchi, Thomas Dean, Nat Nast and Agave were introduced to diversify and reach a wider range of clientele. Again in response to customers’ demands, the shop has added a new department for boys and young men, featuring suits and blazers as well as dressy party wear and accessories. By remaining true to the traditional values Sal and Raffaele attained in Italy, Sal Lauretta for Men continues to provide personalized service, the finest quality tailoring and a wide range of clothing options. Sal Lauretta for Men is located at 621 Godwin Ave. in Midland Park. Hours are MondayFriday, 10-6, Thursday 10-8, and Saturday 10-5. All tailoring is done on premises. Call (201) 444-1666. Additional information on the store may be found on the web site at www.Salformen.com. F O CUS on Midland Park Businesses Sal Lauretta for Men blends the Our Pool Company offers traditional with the contemporary experience, affordability S winter has inspired homeowners to open early. “Since mid-March we’ve opened over a dozen or so pools and those customers are already enjoying their sparkling clean swimming pools and spas.” But, not everyone can open this early, and for those individuals, AnnMarie Brown, who manages the business along with Dave, suggests a PreTreat. “Since we had such a warm winter, algae has had ample time to form beneath the covers of winterized pools. Our PreTreat Service helps to destroy that algae, and prevent more blooms from forming while the pool is still closed.” This year, the showroom at Our Pool Company is stocked with something for everyone, including toys and games for in and above ground pools, Back row, from left: Shawn Demarest, an interesting array of floats, and even AnnMarie Brown, David Preus and William life rafts and floats for pets! Their full Campanelli. Front row: William Fornelius, line of professional, top quality chemiMatthew Duffy and William Sullivan. cals is on sale through April 30, so visit the shop and stock up now. Our Pool Company is a fully licensed, fully insured company with over 30 years experience in swimming pool maintenance. It specializes in all facets of service including openings and closings, weekly valet service, expert heater service, salt systems, and all types of equipment installations and repairs – all of which are provided with unmatchable service at affordable prices. AnnMarie and Dave have over three decades of combined experience. In her lab, AnnMarie performs free pool and spa water analysis for in-ground pools, above ground pools and all types of spas. Pool owners who bring samples to the shop will receive testing services and custom product recommendations that will keep their pools clean and sparkling all season long. Call Our Pool Company at (201) 857-4747 or visit OurPoolCompany@Optimum.net. 2012 season is off to a running start as Our Pool Company, LLC The first anniversaryTechnician and Crew Chief, David Preus reports thatcelebrates its at its retail store located at 64 Godwin Avenue in the heart of Midland Park. Master the mild Buy Your New Floor at Your Hometown Store ou don’t buy a new floor everyday, but when you do, your goal is to make that room in your home look beautiful! We have been assisting customers to accomplish that goal for 34 years. Our owners, Fred Everett and Jim Oosting, along with a loyal staff of salespeople and installers, are dedicated to helping you with your new carpet, hardwood or other flooring needs, from the selection process to installation. Our showroom displays a large variety of carpet and hard surface floors representing the latest in floor fashion, color and design. Do you have commercial flooring needs? Why go anywhere else? Invite us to your office for a consultation with decorating help at no additional cost to you. We are well-educated about comSarah Vander Molen and Fred Everett. mercial floor applications and will find the floor to address the requirements of your space. Let us help you select your new floor, examine our pricing, and make that purchase with confidence. V&S Floor Covering is your hometown place to shop for floors with ease and assurance. Visit our showroom at 145 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park 201-445-3311, or our website www.vsfloors.net Carpet, Stair Runners, Vinyl Flooring, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Prefinished Hardwood, Bamboo & Cork Floors, Wallpaper & Hunter Douglas Window Treatments. V&S Floor Covering Y all your equipment needs, visit The Sharp Midland Park. This spring selling and Forequipment.powerthe shop is celebrating 50 years ofShop, Inc in servicing power The Sharp Shop: 50 years offering the best deal The Sharp Shop has a wide range of power equipment to suit the home gardener as well as the landscape contractor, and they have a full staff of factory-trained mechanics that can take care of everything from minor repairs to major overhauls. A wide range of parts inventory means Pictured, from left: Nicole, Zachary, Marian, Tim and Rob. (not pictured, Chris) you get your part when you need it. Their knowledgeable staff can assist in picking the right machine for your needs. Whether you’re on a budget or want the best available equipment, The Sharp Shop has what you need. Unlike the highway stores, The Sharp Shop has never charged for assembling, running and testing new equipment. They will show you how to operate and maintain your equipment and demonstrate its use. They register your product for you, and should you need service or warranty repair, it is done on premises by a staff with over 70 years of combined experience. And with constant sales, promotions and rebates, you can save big money, too! Two Dutch immigrants, Derk Stavinga and John Valkema, started The Shap Shop in 1962. The family tradition lives on today. The Sharp Shop’s motto, “We sharpen almost anything” has been around almost as long, and is still true because they really do sharpen almost anything. Next time you need a chainsaw, trimmer, hedge clipper, lawnmower, tractor, leaf blower, snow blower, tractor or any power equipment, give The Sharp Shop a call, or stop by. You’ll be glad you did. The Sharp Shop, located at 251 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park, (across from the library), is open Tues-Fri, 8:30-6, and Sat. 8:30-3. Call 201-444-3646 or visit www.sharp-shop.com.