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Thursday, April 5-April 11, 2018 www.shelbyinfo.com 704/484-1047 - shelby shopper & info - Page 19 OLIVER'S HARDWARE OLIVER'S HARDWARE and and GARDEN CENTER GARDEN CENTER 3712 Fallston Rd • Hwy 18 N 3712 Fallston Rd • Hwy 18 N Shelby, NC • Shelby, NC • 704-480-0830 704-480-0830 ©CommunityFirstMedia Monday-Friday 7:30-6pm• Saturday 7:30-4pm Monday-Friday 7:30-6pm• Saturday 7:30-4pm Closed Sunday Closed Sunday Not Just A Not Just A Hardware Store! Hardware Store! • Garden Seeds and Plants • Landscape Supplies including Daddy Pete's Organic Products • Outdoor Furniture • Propane Refi lling • Pet and Animal Feed • Hanging Baskets & Ferns • Mulch and Pine Needles • Pool Supplies and much more! Enjoy Some Delicious Hershey's Ice Cream While You Shop! A home is often a family's single largest asset, so making investments with upgrades and home improvements is almost always a good idea. However, knowing when and where to make those improvements isn't necessarily a simple decision. Budget and space most often dictate the direction, but keeping function and your lifestyle needs in mind can help create a space that makes for an all- around smart investment. Add technology in unexpected places. With the surge in smart devices, it's becoming increasingly common to add technology throughout the house, and the bathroom is no exception. From heated fl oors to mirrors with embedded TV screens, the options are plentiful. A bathroom outfi tted with the latest technology can bring function and a whole new level of style and elegance to your home. Go green for the earth and sav- ings. Appliances and climate control systems are often the fi rst features homeowners consider when it comes to environmentally friendly upgrades, but windows and window treatments are another way to make a big impact. In a similar vein, skylights are a surprisingly affordable upgrade for the functionality and aesthetic benefi ts they provide, especially in the bathroom and kitchen where ventilation is as important as Upgrades that boost your home's value and enjoyment ample lighting. You can give your lighting and home value a boost with an Energy Star- qualifi ed option such as Velux solar-powered fresh-air skylights, which open for air fl ow, reducing dependence on electrical lights and fans, with the touch of a programmable remote control. For expanded control over the amount of light and warmth that enters or leaves your rooms, solar-powered skylight blinds are available in more than 100 designer colors and patterns. Like the skylights, Velux solar- powered blinds are operated with the remote. The solar products and installation costs are also eligible for a 30-percent federal tax credit. Learn more at whyskylights.com. Finish the basement. Adding fi nished square footage to your home is nearly always a way to increase its value. For many homes, the basement is the most practical place to gain that space. Instead of using it as a collection ground for dust bunnies and storage, converting it into usable space can bring meaningful value, not only in dollars and cents, but in overall enjoyment of your home. When making plans for fi nishing a basement, keep function fi rst. Adding features like bathrooms can be costly, but having ready access to those facilities may pay off if you plan to spend lots of time downstairs. Also keep climate in mind; in parts of the country basements tend to be damp, so use materials that can withstand the conditions. Create outdoor living space for all year long. If a basement renovation isn't practical, you may be able to create additional living space in an area you already have - outdoors. Even small patio spaces can become cozy gathering spots with the right furnishings and decor. For a larger yard, create destinations that make it comfy to congregate, such as a fi re pit or grouping of chairs with overstuffed cushions. This is another area where climate will play an important role in your plans; adding an enclosure to a patio can make it usable during all but the coldest months, while a pergola can lend necessary relief to an area that bakes in the sun. Add curb appeal. While you're considering the upgrade options outdoors, don't forget to think about your home's exterior appearance. Reworking landscaping to highlight architectural features and freshening up paint can make a big impact. Adding decorative elements like shutters or new lighting or doors can also update a tired exterior. (Family Features) S pring is a time for renewal and awakenings. It's also the perfect time to take your cues from Mother Nature and devise a plan to reduce and reimagine your way to a refreshing, updated home you can fully enjoy once more. Reorganize cluttered areas If a room (or rooms) in your house are in disarray, start by reorganizing those often- used spaces to give them a like-new look and feel. Begin by removing everything from the room - including the furniture, if you're able - and separate your belongings into boxes or piles based on what you plan to put back in the room, move to another location and throw away or donate. Once you've cleaned the space, resituate the necessary furniture then place items you're keeping back in their places in tidy fashion so they're easy to locate. Eliminate the extras While you're freshening up the house, it's the perfect time to purge unwanted and unused items, but remember that items in good condition can actually do good for those in need. By donating clothing, electronics, furniture, household goods and vehicles to be sold in The Salvation Army Family and Thrift Stores, you can help transform lives in your local community. A good rule of thumb: if you haven't used it in the last year and it doesn't have special sentimental value, it's probably time to let it go. Get rid of grime A whole season's worth of dirt and dust accumulates during the cold winter months. A deep clean inside and out can restore your home to its former glory. Inside, take time to launder all of your linens, including curtains, rugs and bedding. Move furniture to vacuum behind and below, and don't overlook dust and dirt magnets like mirrors, light fi xtures and the insides of cabinets, especially higher shelves that see infrequent use. Outdoors, hose off or power-wash surfaces like windows, siding, decks and concrete to restore a crisp, clean appearance. Revise for real life If there's an area of your home that isn't quite working for your lifestyle, spring cleaning is the perfect opportunity to make a change. That may mean reconfi guring furniture for a more functional living room or converting an underused guest room into a useful craft or project space. Take time to consider what changes will make the space more practical, and even sketch out some possibilities on paper to fi ne-tune your ideas before you get to work. Discover new decor A spring refresh is about more than just decluttering and cleaning, it's about giving new life to your home with new decor, accessories and artwork. One affordable option: seek out unexpected treasures by shopping for great bargains at thrift stores. The proceeds from the sale of items found at shops like The Salvation Army Thrift and Family Stores go to help those in need, and it's one simple way to update your decor without spending a fortune. Visit SATruck.org to schedule a donation pick-up or fi nd a thrift store near you. (Family Features) Five ways to refresh your home NORRIS NORRIS MERCHANDISE MERCHANDISE 2011 S. 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