Shelby Shopper Shelby NC
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Page 16 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, March 24-March 30, 2022 Proud Member of: Southeastern Advertising Publishers Association CIRCULATION C O U N C I L VERIFICATION Audit by Circulation Verification Council General Manager: Greg Ledford greg@shelbyinfo.com Display Advertising ads@cfmedia.info Advertising Consultants: Scott Helms scott@shelbyinfo.com Sam Brackett sam@shelbyinfo.com Mike Marlow mike@cfmedia.info Mayra Littman mayra@cfmedia.info Editorial & Announcements: News@Shelbyinfo.com Events@Shelbyinfo.com Obits@Shelbyinfo.com Office/Classified Ad Manager: Gail Evans classifieds@cfmedia.info Shelby Shopper & Info's publisher and its advertisers are not responsible or liable for misprints, typographical errors, misinformation herein contained. We reserve the right to edit, reject or accept any articles, advertisements, or information to be printed in this publication. 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You should notify us of the error immediately and before the ad runs a second time. COPIES: ONE Free copy of Shelby Shopper & Info is available per household. Additional copies are available at our office for a $1.00 charge. No individual or business is permitted to place or attach any flyer, poster or any type of advertisement of any kind to our boxes or on our racks. FIRST MEDIA, INC FIRST MEDIA, INC "Creating Business For People" ® SHELBY SHOPPER & INFO 503 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 28150 Phone 704-484-1047 • Fax 704-484-1067 Visit us online at: www.shelbyinfo.com Creative Designers: Carolyn Henwood, Julie Weathers, Lorri Bridges, Jan Sailors, Jan Whisnant advertising@shelbyinfo.com Association of Free Community Publishers PHILIP BRADLEY LOVELACE Philip Bradley Lovelace, 70, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 17, 2022. He was born in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Bill and Dorothy Humphries Lovelace and was preced- ed in death by his brother, Darrell Lovelace. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Sanders Lovelace, of the home; children: Brad Lovelace, Shelby, NC, Brandy Collins, Shelby, NC, and Lee Lovelace (Chrissy), Kings Mountain, NC; Step- Son, Jonathan Jackson (Pam), Kings Mountain, NC; four grandchildren and a great grandchild. Funeral service was held March 21, 2022 at Family Worship Center with Reverend Dr. Roger Woodard officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC. CHARLES "RAY" BLANTON Charles "Ray" Blanton, age 87, of Bessemer City, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2022. He was born February 27, 1935 in Burke County to the late George and Geneva Newton Blanton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Anna O'Quin Blanton; daughter, Deborah Joan Blanton; and son, Benjamin Lee Blanton. Survivors include his wife, Jerleen Carswell Blanton; and sons, Lewis Scott Blanton and wife, Sandra, and Christopher Augusta Blanton. A memorial service was held March 19, 2022 at Second Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Lail officiating. Burial was private. Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. Continued From Page 15 OBITUARIES I N RE M E M I N RE M E M B RA N C E B RA N C E This is my comfort in my affl iction: for thy word hath quickened me. Psalm 119:50 (Family Features) No matter how cramped and cluttered your living space may be, you can almost always find a spot or two for extra storage. It's often just a matter of getting creative and utilizing a few clever solutions. Consider these simple ideas to create some extra space in oft-used rooms: Kitchen • Metal rods with hanging hooks can create storage space on your blank walls. Use them to hang coffee cups, cooking utensils, dish towels or pots and pans. • Magnetic strips mounted on the wall or the inside of a cabinet door can be a simple way to hang knives and free up counter space normally taken up by a knife block. • If your countertop is cluttered with small spice containers and oil bottles, elevate them with a decorative cake stand. Place small jars below and top with pretty decanters and additional spices. • If you're using prime cabinet space for items you only use once a year, such as holiday cake pans or a big serving bowl you pull out for parties, consider storing them in the attic or a closet instead. Bathroom • Instead of hanging just one towel bar on the back of the bathroom door, hang multiple to maximize your drying space. • Most modern cabinetry has adjustable shelving. If you haven't customized the heights of your shelving to accommodate different sized bottles and containers, give it a try. • A three-tiered fruit basket might seem perfect for the kitchen, but it's also a handy way to store bathroom essentials right beside the sink. • Flour and sugar canisters can also be repurposed in the bathroom to keep makeup, toiletries, cleaning supplies and soaps contained. Make sure to buy bins that stack easily. Bedroom • Nix those nightstands and hang small shelves on either side of the bed. This cuts down on the clutter you can keep and makes cleaning underneath a breeze. • Rolling bins that fit under the bed are perfect for storing linens, out-of-season clothing and children's toys. They're also the perfect way to slide building block projects out of sight without destroying your child's latest masterpiece. • Closets with a single hanging rod are one of the biggest space-wasters in the bedroom. Double their storage capacity by hanging a second rod or shelf below shorter jackets and shirts. Find more ideas to maximize your space at eLivingtoday. com. (Family Features) Updating the flooring can help infuse new life into tired, outdated bathrooms. For an upscale, polished look that doesn't have to break the bank, consider installing tile flooring. Before you get started, you'll want to make some decisions about the look and feel of your flooring: Ceramic or stone? Weigh factors such as porosity, how slippery the surface may be when wet and how well it retains heat or cold. Ultimately, your decision hinges on the needs and uses of your family. Complement or contrast? Define the overall style you want as well as the colors and tones that will help best achieve your vision. Big or small? Generally, the larger the tile, the fewer grout lines, and too many grout lines in a smaller space can create the illusion of clutter. However, smaller tiles can eliminate the need to make multiple awkward cuts, and small tiles are perfect for creating accent patterns or introducing a splash of color. When you've got your overall look and materials selected, keep these steps in mind as you begin laying the flooring: 1. Prepare your subfloor. Use a level to check for uneven spots; you need an even surface to prevent cracks in the tile or grout as well as rough spots that could pose tripping hazards. Use patching and leveling material to create a consistent surface. Apply a thin layer of mortar then attach your cement backer board with screws. Cover joints with cement board tape, apply another thin layer of mortar, smooth and allow to dry. 2. To ensure square placement, draw reference lines on the subfloor using a level and carpenter square. Tile should start in the middle of the room and move out toward the walls, so make your initial reference lines as close to the center as possible. Mark additional reference lines as space allows, such as 2-foot-by-2-foot squares. 3. Do a test run with your chosen tile by laying it out on the floor. There are color variations in most tile patterns, so you'll want to verify each tile blends well with the next. 4. Mix tile mortar and use the thin side of a trowel to apply mortar at a 45-degree angle. Use the combed side to spread evenly and return excess mortar to the bucket. Remember to apply mortar in small areas, working as you go, so it doesn't dry before you're ready to lay the tile. 5. When laying tile, use your reference lines as guides. Press and wiggle tile slightly for the best adherence. 6. Use spacers to create even lines between one tile and the next, removing excess mortar with a damp sponge or rag. 7. As you complete a section of tile, use a level and mallet to verify the tiles are sitting evenly. 8. Let mortar dry 24 hours before grouting. 9. Remove spacers then apply grout to joints, removing excess as you go. 10. Allow grout to dry per the manufacturer's instructions then go back over tile with a damp sponge to set grout lines and clean grout residue. 11. Once grout has cured – usually at least a couple weeks – apply sealer to protect it. Find more ideas and tips for updating your bathroom at eLivingtoday.com. Clever Storage Ideas for Small Spaces Installing Bathroom Tile Like a Pro Photo courtesy of Unsplash Photo courtesy of Unsplash