0Qujits eAntiques lii r ALUMINUM RODFING MATERIALS ofler an, attractive alternative to wood, asphalt and composition materials. Aluminum roofing is durable, fire-resistant, leak-resistant and provides a good long-termn value to the homeowner. t Ideas for perking up the kitchen It's been called the heart of the home, but just how invit ing is your kitchen? There are many ways to make it more cheery and here are a few: If your, kitcheri's dark and dreary because*,of imited exposure., look up ..your ceiling's the ideal place to get that extra light- ing, either through sky- lights or fluorescent fix- tures. Short of' counter space? A butcher block table on wheels cgan provide a handy and attractive work area when needed. and rols out of the way .after- ward. Get one with storage space below for an added. bonus! New linoleum flooring can make a world of differ- ence in the way your kitch- en-1ooksý.Thefe .are so man), colors arnd patterns to choose from. you can èasily coordinate new tlooring to your present ap- pliances and cabinets. And, how about new cur- tains to complete the re- do? Speaking of curtains, you might consider doing without. Leaded or stained glass windows aire a beau- tiful and unique way of let- ting the suni shine in. The art of making leaded or stained glass windows is one that is enjoying a re- naissance today; you can locate a lo cal craftsperson one that is enjoying a re-. naissance today; you can locate a local craftsperson through classified ads or the phone book. The simplest way to re- do a kitchen is with a new coat of paint. But. why not tr y one of, the attractive nwwall-coverings in- stead? They w'ash dlean for easy maintenance. yet add SO much interest to a kitch- en's decor - for added pizzazz, wallpaper the ceiling as well. Make the most of that small, over-the-sink win- dow by banishing those curtains 'and installing, light, airy shutters that open up your vièw. Paint or stain the shutters to complement the decor. Tired-Iooking counter- top? An inexpensîve 'way to brighten it up is to cover st with' a»ffepo('xy-b<sed paint.1 If' your kitchen sceems dark and cramped. it nav be time for a breakthrough; check into the possibility of knocking down that wall between your kitchcn and breakfast nook or din- ing area for a more up-to- date, open look. This can also be a good way to gain added counter space. A dramatic way to miake vour kitchen the center of family life is to add a fire- place. What better place to melt marshmalloms or pop corn the.old-fashioned way than at the kitchen hearth? The miost important. and often iost ncglccted. part of your bomne ikyour ol. ht must weathcr extrcrnes in temperatures as well as hail, ramn and snow,. A de- teri<rated rool' can invite water damage and detracts froifl the total appcarance of your home. 'lbday. aluminum roof- îng materials ollfer an at- tra'ctive 'alternative to wood, asphaît and compo- sition materials. Alumii- numn rootîng is durable, fire-resistant. leak-resis- tant and-provides a good long-term value to the ho- meowner. Many f*actors. such as extreme temperatures and harsh weather. conditions, contribute to the deteriora- tion ol*.your roof'. Alumi- num shingles are durable and will flot rust. rot. split or crack. And, with the many modemn synthetic c<)atings being used today1. some manufacturers guar- antee their aluminum shin- gles. shakes and ribbed systems against c hipping, fading and chalking f'or decades. Another worthwhile benefit alumninum shingles pro)vide ik fire-resistance. In arid regions of the coun- try. particularly the south and west, lightning. errant sparks or bottle rockets around the fourth of July can start a fire on a wood- shingled home. - Even wood shingles that are specially treated to mnake themi more fire-resis- tant will remain s0 for a limited timie only. Alumni- numn rooliîng is virtuaîly fre- resistant. An old and dcteriorated roof' detracts f rom your honie's entire appearance. A deteriorating roof nmay look bad but still work. An aluniinum roof'. because it is so durable and requires little maintenance, will re- main attractive for dec- ades. as well as do its job. Asphalt. wood and com- position niaterial roofs are susceptible to-leaking as they age. If înstalled prop- erly. alumninumi roofs are amiong the nio)st water- tight systems available. Most shingle. shake and ribbed products have inter- l<cking perimecters so that water cannot seep beneath the alumninurn. 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