Ozaukee County Guide

4 • APRIL 22, 2020 • OZAUKEE COUNTY GUIDE GMTODAY.COM SERVICES Place your ad 24/7 @ www.gmtoday.com/classifieds For assistance call 262.306.5000 or conleyclass@conleynet.com .COM Southeast Wisconsin Lorbecki Carpentry, LLC Decks, kitchen, & basement remodels. Doors & windows 262-993-1048 lorbeckicarpentry.com Licensed & Insured MARCEL'S SOLUTIONS GUTTER GUARDS • GUTTER CLEANING 414-828-4968 www.marcelssolutions.com MARCEL'S SOLUTIONS GUTTER GUARDS • GUTTER CLEANING 414-828-4968 www.marcelssolutions.com CARPENTRY CLEANING CONCRETE DRYWALL HANDYMAN HEATING & COOLING HOME REPAIR & IMPROVEMENT LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING PAINTING PLUMBING TREE TRIMMING WALLPAPERING Especially if you live in an older home, the featured materials may not fit into today's popular styles. Whether you are planning to pursue a real estate sale or further improve your forever home, the condition of your property can have a significant impact. If you're unfamiliar with trends that are past their prime, here are some things to look for when you're deciding what to update . Paneling and Wallpaper Dated wall coverings can quickly make a home look drab and uninspiring. Instead, consider removing old-fashioned paneling or wallpaper and replacing it with a layer of drywall. A professional install is relatively inexpensive, at a national average of $1.50 per-square-foot, according to Home Advisor. It's also easy to work with when coating it with unique coats of paint and using accents to highlight other features in your rooms. Glass Block Windows These windows gained popularity because of their ability to allow light to pass through walls and illumi- nate to other rooms. However, the trend that was used in many bathrooms doesn't fit in most of today's modernized styles. Depending on the size of the window, a replacement can be a costly renovation. However, replacing it with a modern option can enhance the appearance. If you find yourself missing the additional light they provided, consider installing a skylight to allow natural light to wash into your room. Analog Thermostat An attractive wall can be held back by the presence of an analog thermostat. While many view this tool as a simple way to control their heating and cooling system, an updated model can bring a sleek appear- ance to a room. Digital options are avail- able to bring a splash of modernization to your home but a color touchscreen model can become a power- ful accent that works both visually and practically. Do your research on smart thermostats that can be controlled from an app on your smartphone from anywhere in the world. They're not only attractive but will also save you money since you are able to activate or deactivate your HVAC system while you're away from home. © ADOBE STOCK Modernize dated design schemes

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