4, THE HERALD, Wednesday, March 16, 1977 Value in Reroofing Hinges on Durability Remodeling a home that’s in relatively good condition and is comfortable, both. indoors and in the family’s relationships with neighbors and the community, can bea rewarding experience. This. is especially true when the Re | TERRACE INTERIORS at =3€ 4616 Lazelle Avenue owner takes the time to learn all he can about remodeling, plans it carefully and hires a reputable contractor to do the jab. A good contractor knows how to keep costs down. But he also knows that when the ‘LID. | | initial cost of a building product is unusually low, so is its value and dependabil- ity, generally, Take reroofing, for exam- ple..A good contractor knows the real value in quality materials that are easy to care for. Asphalt shingles that are designed to last up to 25 years with little ‘maintenance by the owner represent an investment in . long-lasting protection fora home, Available in eye-appealing earthtone shades of browns, buffs and olives, the latest asphalt shingles produce a rugged, three-dimensional effect that makes a bold statement about exterior design. A heavy-textured roof has deep, attractive shadow lines to give it curb appeal. Earthione shades. can be used to blend or contrast with the siding and — help relate a home to its. environment. Another area where the assistance of a good contrac- ‘tor is especially helpful is in determining whether the DOLLAR DAYS SALE new roof can be installed over the old one. Asphalt shingles, in many cases, can be applied over the old - roofing material, eliminating the cost ofa tearoff, If thisis the case, it may be more -economical in the long run to invest in three-dimen- sional shingles for their added durability. Since the cost of labar is usually the same regardless of the life expectancy of the roofing material, the proba- ble annual cost of a new roof ‘ can be eslimated by adding the cost of materials and labor and dividing the total by the design life of the shingle. [t may be that the shingle that costs more initially is the more econom- ical one in the long run, because the cost of materials and labor is amortized over a fonger period of time. A homeowner who insists on quality, in the producis he chooses and in the contractor he selects to handle the job, is likely to get what he pays for and . then some. Thur., Fri., Sat., Mar. 17-18-19 Building Supplies SPRING FENCING BUYS 36"x2" Galvanized 42""x2" Ga Ivanized 48''x2" Galvanized ea. 24.00 ea. 26.00 ea. 32.00 SPRING ROOFING BUYS 210 fb. Shingles Self Seal — Assorted Colors Chain Link Fencing 13 gauge x 50° Rolls 90 Ib. Mineral Surface Roll Roofing 13,00 Per Roll ai. Per Square Covers 100 square feet 1 0.00 Per Roll 1 ONLY Motal Storage Shed 10'x7' 175.00 1 ONLY 96” Pre-formed Countertop 3 ONLY 96"x60" Thermopane Windows 1 $9.00 Each Collufibre Insulation BAS Per Bag Aspenito Sheathing 4x8xVq"" 5.00 each "x8" Rough Sawn Cedar Siding 169.00 Per M. Barb Wire 12/2 ga. Rot 2900 each 80 Rod Aluminum Combination Storm-Screen Door Sizes 59.00 each Effective April Ist Terrace Co-op Building Supplies will be open 8 a.m. to & p.m. daily Home Improver Across the Parking Lot at the « Fertilizers - Gardon Tools - - Brooder Suppiies - GARDEN CENTRE Soods - Pots - Poat Moss " Foods Bulbs - Bedding Soil - Arriving Daily Chicks Pictures Will Brighten that ‘Blank Wail An interesting arrange- ment of framed pictures can add new life to a drab wall. A functional hallway, stairway or non-functional alcove can be converted toa lovely display area for framed pieces that say something about your family, hobbies or travel experiences. Postcards, snapshots, news clippings, posters, cartoons, marriage and birth certificates make delightful groupings. An appropriate frame and careful matting and mount- ing will Jend a professional look to almost any type of hanging. For a very symetrical, unified look, you might want to choose similar frames and mats in different sizes. Or you can work toward an eclectic look, which, with the help of an -artistic eye, will produce a harmonious arrangement. You can theme your walls: silly photos of the family, formal portraits of your ancestors, faces from the past you would like to have known, snapshots of yourself from birth to present, cities you have visited, and so on, To balance the grouping, furnish the area into some- . what of a cozy little nook. An antique chair flanked by an old-fashioned table and lamp, for example, would make the perfect comple- -ment for your ancestors’ formal portraits. Put Colors to Work for You When repainting a room, be aware that colors can create optical illusions. For instance, if a ceiling is too high, a darker color than that used on the walls will make the ceiling appear lower. On the other hand, a too- low ceiling can be made to appear higher if it is painted ’ a lighter color than the walls, A too-small room can seem more spacious with the use of light colors, Dennis, the Carpet and Kitchen Cabinet Consultant: at Al & Mac is very, very busy these days _ so sometimes he has to work at night, If you wish him to drop in to discuss your plans with you and throw some figures around, don’t he bashful —- call Al & Mac and ask for Dennis or better still drop in to see his bountiful stock of Carpets, Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities, etc. — just another offer to be of Iservice from IRLY Bird!! “Nearly everybody shops at Al & Mac’’. There must be a reason.