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34 features34 First Impressions

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59 In The Company of Trees Choosing the right tree for your yard

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in every issue 10 Editor’s Letter

15 Home Front What’s Happening in Home Improvement PLUS Calendar of Local Events

19 Editor’s Picks Neat, New Lifestyle Products for Your Home

66 Garden Planner Your Outdoor To-Do List for September

68 Notes from Bob & RodMan Budget + Research = Home Improvement Success

71 CAHP Talk Choosing Your Contractor Wisely

73 Resource Finder Find Help with your Home Improvement Projects

78 Editorial Resources Contacts for this Issue’s Resources

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Twenty minutes into it she casually

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more kids she had, the longer the distances she needed to run.)

I’m not sure why that surprised me so much, but it did. I just

assumed that she ran for the sake of her �tness – not her sanity.

That made me think of my job and you readers. All of you

reading this are somehow interested in home improvement.

There’s at least one aspect of your home that you are thinking

of changing, in either small or substantial ways. But what

I’d love to know is the reason why? What’s causing you to

think about making these changes? Because you may need to

remind yourself of that reason as you continue on your home

improvement journey. It’s too easy to get hung up on which

exact shade of eggshell you particularly like…when really, you’re

getting ready to sell it to someone else!

Speaking of making home improvement decisions, the best way

to do that is to talk to an expert, which you can do this month

at the Fall Atlanta Home Show. Check out our guide on page 43

for more information and make sure you look for the “Visit our

Booth #” shout outs that are sprinkled in the ads throughout this

issue to plan your show route before you get there.

I also want to draw your attention to some other fantastic

articles we are featuring in this month’s issue. On page 59, we

are giving you the lowdown on the trees of Atlanta. We even

provide you a list of URLs where you can �nd out the codes you

need to be aware of when you are planting or removing trees in

your own backyard. Then on page 22, we talk about all the cool,

new innovations in countertops and cabinetry. Finally, we cover

very important but often-neglected areas of our homes: your

entryway and staircases, on page 34. There are some intriguing

new trends and designs that can help your home make a great

impact – right from the minute your guests walk through your

front door.

But no matter what area of your home you are focused on lately,

take time to re�ect on the “reason why.” Maybe you are getting

ready for a new baby or are getting ready to sell your home.

You might just be tired of your bathroom color or you might be

moving your sweet mother-in-law in. When you think about it,

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Letter from the president/founder

It’s Great to be Home!In 2001, I started Atlanta Home Improvement

magazine. When I sold it at the end of 2005,

I did not expect to be back. I spent a few

years pursuing other business interests,

including launching Home Improvement

magazines in other markets and, in

2009, launching Best Self Atlanta,

a health, beauty and �tness

magazine which is going strong!

But as we all know, life can

be funny sometimes. Now in

addition to my Best Self Atlanta

family, I am returning to Atlanta

Home Improvement alongside Patti

Stephens, Jennifer Prins, David

Leonard, Dona Halliday and the

rest of the amazing team. I

could not be happier to see old

friends and meet new ones as I

immerse myself back into the

world of home improvement!

As we head into the new

year, we plan to reignite the

home improvement industry

with renewed energy, a

fresh perspective and new

products and platforms. We

look forward to sharing our

ideas with you and bringing

you all the best resources and

connections to help turn your

home improvement dreams into

reality.

Sherri Adair Top row (l to r): Jayne Hallock, Editor; Dona Halliday, Art Director; Shannon Hunter, Account ExecutiveMiddle row (l to r): Sandi Edelson, Account Executive; Patti Stephens, Publisher; Jennifer Prins, Associate PublisherBottom row (l to r): David Leonard, Director of Content Marketing; Sherri Adair, President/Founder; Gregg Holloway, Sales Assistant/Office Manager

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Consider yourself cordially invited. The NARI (National Association

of Renovation Industry) Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes will be

showcasing the incredible craftsmanship of its members. This is a fun,

fabulous tour for anyone interested in home renovations and will occur

on Saturday, October 18th from 10 am to 4 pm. Homes are located all

over the Atlanta Metro area and attendees can not only tour the homes

but also personally ask the contractors about their own remodeling

concerns! Check AtlantaRemodelingTour.com for tickets and details.

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For more event listings, visit www.atlantahomeimprovement.comHave a home improvement question or news tip? Send to [email protected].

Open the Door to Hope

Gwinnett Center to Host Home Show

In October 2013, Doors to Homes and Hope launched as a

small outdoor art exhibit with 25 artistic doors displayed

in the host city of Norcross. This year, Doors to Homes and

Hope opens on October 4 and will be on display throughout

Gwinnett County through October 30. Door and Homes 2014

opens in conjunction with World Habitat Day on October 6.

This year’s World Habitat Day celebration will be hosted at

Suwanee Town Center. For more information about Doors to

Homes and Hope 2014 or to purchase tickets, visit

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Mark your calendars now! The Fall North Atlanta

Home Show is coming to the Gwinnett Center

next month! The dates are October 10-12 and

more information is available on page 70

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2. Teak From ThailandAtlanta Teak Furniture is importing Reclaimed Teak Dining Sets from Thailand as a part of the global effort to recycle natural materials. A great wood for outdoor furniture, any of their pieces will create a rustic look for your patio or backyard. Win win. Visit AtlantaTeak.com. Prices vary.

3. Look Ma, No Legs!A minimalist’s dream. This Wall-Mounted Nightstand by Reclaimed PA is neat and compact and is constructed of reclaimed barn wood. A drilled hole in the back right corner �ts standard cords, so your iPhone can easily recharge alongside you. Head to ReclaimedPA’s shop on Etsy.com to place an order. Starts at $83.00.

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5. Wine About It…or just stock it with magazines! The Handmade Pallet Wine Rack by Lee Art Designs is made from reclaimed wood and a distressed oil pallet. It holds standard wine bottles and glasses, or books and magazines. This item is a must for any wine-sipping, magazine-�ipping homeowner. Search LeeArtDesigns on Etsy.com to purchase. Starts at $80.00.

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American kitchen and bath and can be interpreted in a

myriad of ways. The word is: clean. It refers to the clean

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room free from clutter and dirt. Clean reigns supreme

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Cabinet creationsIt used to be that closed-off storage spaces, like kitchen cabinets,

were used to hide messy-looking piles of pots, lids, pans, dry

goods, cleaning supplies, small appliances … you name it, our

mothers and grandmothers shoved it behind the cabinet door.

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Atlanta. “I am loving all of the new quartzites that come out of South America.” Mell

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Quartz is an excellent product and is easy to maintain.

Use mild soap and water; soft cleansers work well, too. As

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They never need sealing. Some are even antibacterial.

Refer to the care and maintenance section of your

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Butcher block countertops are simple to clean and

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12-48 months, depending on the level of use.


Concrete countertops should be installed with a

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every four to six weeks to make it less vulnerable to

penetrating stains. Wipe up spills as soon as possible,

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Stoeck also recommends adding a personal touch

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Another key feature of a welcoming entryway is

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When deciding how to decorate your entryway,

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“Do they want more storage? Do they want more

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Step Up with StyleJust like the entryway, the staircase has primarily

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“The railings and stairs usually are a very visible

and central feature in today’s home and can make

a strong statement about the quality of the home and

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When dressing up your stairway, Stoeck and Brown both

remind homeowners to keep the overall design in line with

the style of the rest of the home. But no need to play it too

safe, Stoeck says, “This area should be a design element of the

home. However, it should also be a space where the envelope

can be pushed slightly from the rest of the décor of the home.”

For example, if the stairs include carpet, skip the �oor

covering used in the rest of the house and opt for

something a bit different. “If you have to use a runner

or carpet on the stairs, this is a great way to incorporate

saturated color or a pattern,” Stoeck says. “The carpet itself

can be very different from standard wall-to-wall carpet. It

can be made of durable jute, include colored tape borders

or even large nail trim.”

Some homeowners may even choose to replace

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easily accomplished,” Brown says. “Depending on the

con�guration of the stairs, the underlying treads can be

removed and replaced with hardwood treads and risers in

about one to two days.”

Dramatic lighting also can contribute to a more beautiful

stairway. “Today’s homeowner has many choices when it

comes to lighting the staircase, and we are seeing them

exercise those options,” Brown says. These options include

natural light from skylights or windows placed in the

stairway, chandeliers, wall sconces, LED light strips placed

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wall of the stairway.

On a Rail Of course, simply dressing up a stair railing can go a long

way in improving the style of the overall stairway. One of

the most popular improvement trends involves painting

or staining the railing. “Staining the handrail a darker or

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look,” Stoeck says. “If you have white wooden spindles and

want to keep them white but you still want to change the

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Changing out the spindles

also can provide an entirely

new look to a stairway. For

instance, swapping wood

spindles to metal spindles

can make a major impact,

but �rst make sure it still

blends in with the overall

style of the home. “If you

are switching over from

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are larger. This means

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need to be incorporated to

cover the bottom of each

spindle,” Stoeck says.

If your home has a more

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to complement the wood

of the stairs. “We’ve seen

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�oat in the opening,” Brown

says. “Clear glass railings

help to keep things looking

uncomplicated and free-

�owing.”

Keep in mind when

planning your staircase and

railing design that these

elements also must meet

safety and building codes.

“Stairs and railings are one

item in today’s home that

receive extra scrutiny when

it comes to code compliance

issues,” Brown says. “Safety concerns drive everything in

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handrail pro�les that make them easy to grasp, spacing

limits of balusters, adequate lighting and railing heights.

Just to name a few!”

Transforming your entryway, staircase and railings from

pure function to stylish form could go a long way in

completing the overall style and décor of your home. Once

you do, you’ll �nd that you – and your guests – stop rushing

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360 PAINTING ................................................................. 852

4 SEASONS HEATING & AIR - CAHP ........................... 1348

AAA AUTO CLUB SOUTH ............................................... 951

ACKERMAN SECURITY SYSTEMS .............................. 1344

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ADJUSTABLE PATIO COVERS INC .............................. 1041

ADT SECURITY SERVICES ............................................. 630

AERUS ELECTROLUX ................................................... 1330

ALAN MURPHY WINDOW & SIDING COMPANY ........... 848

ALL NATURAL DIPS/ELITE ENTERPRISES .................. 1619

ALL PHASE HOME SERVICES ...................................... 1141

ALLIANCE RESTORATION AND CONSULTING ............ 1156

ALLSTAR REMODELING USA INC. .............................. 1241

AMERICA’S MATTRESS ................................................ 1224

AMERICAN ELEVATOR OF ATLANTA INC. ................... 1506

AMERICAN GAS LAMP WORKS..................................... 119

AMERISERV .................................................................... 706

AMERISERV GARAGE DOORS - CAHP........................ 1348

ANDERSEN WINDOWS................................................... 530

ANGIE’S LIST INC. ......................................................... 735

AQUADRY WATERPROOFING ...................................... 1642

AQUAGUARD FOUNDATION SOLUTIONS (p. 50) .... 1618AQUAGUARD FOUNDATION SOLUTIONS - CAHP ..... 1348

ARCHADECK/OUTDOOR LIVING ................................... 121

ARCLINE STUDIO LLC - CAHP .................................... 1348

ARCTIC FINLAND HOUSE .............................................. 147

ARS - UNIVERSAL HEATING COOLING & AIR PURIFICATION ............................................................ 524

ATLANTA AUDIO & AUTOMATION .................................. 941

ATLANTA AUDIO VIDEO SOLUTIONS LLC - CAHP ..... 1348

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AVI / MARVIN DESIGN GALLERY ................................. 1306

AZEK - CAHP ................................................................ 1348

B-LEVEL SOUTHEAST (p. 48) ..................................... 1604BATH FITTER - TENNESSEE INC. ................................. 606

BATH RESTORATIONS.................................................. 1628

BLOOM’N GARDENS LANDSCAPE ............................... 324

BRIGHT COVERS ............................................................ 419

BROWN’S POOLS & SPAS ........................................... 1024

BUILDER SPECIALTIES (p. 46) ..................................... 336BUILDER SPECIALTIES (p. 46) .................................... 636BUILDER SPECIALTIES (p. 46) .................................... 635BUILDER SPECIALTIES - OUTDOOR LIVING (p. 46) 336BUILDERS FLOOR COVERING & TILE ........................... 548

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C&C GUTTERS INC........................................................ 801

CABINET & STONE CITY INC. (p. 2) ........................... 1529CABINET TRANSFORMATIONS ................................... 1142

CAREFRIDGE REFRIGERATOR SANITIZER ................ 1612

CARPET DIRECT ........................................................... 1635

CASUAL IMAGE FURNITURE ......................................... 216

CHAMPION WINDOW & PATIO ROOM CO. .................. 206

CHAPMAN HALL REALTORS ....................................... 1135

CLEARVIEW MOTION SCREENS ................................. 1324

CONCRETE RESURFACING PRODUCTS .................... 1402

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COOPER MUSIC ............................................................. 742

COVERSTAR SOUTHEAST ............................................. 610

CREATIVE CONCRETE RESURFACING ....................... 1155

CSI KITCHEN & BATH STUDIO (p. 79) ......................... 616CUT-N-CROWN ............................................................. 1055

CUTCO CUTLERY & COOKWARE (Olean) .................... 1044

D.O.N.E. RESTORATION - CAHP .................................. 1348

DACO ENTERPRISES INC. ............................................. 806

DAVIS & SONS PLUMBING ............................................ 739

DAYTONA BEACH AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU ................................................... 1340

DBD RENOVATIONS ..................................................... 1608

DECK BUILDERS USA LLC - CAHP ............................ 1348

DECORATIVE CONCRETE SOLUTIONS ....................... 1425

DESIGN2SELL - CAHP ................................................. 1348

DIAMOND RESORTS INTERNATIONAL .......................... 542

DIGNITY MEMORIAL..................................................... 1232

DIRECT BUILD HOME IMPROVEMENT ........................ 1036

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DOWNS SAFE & LOCK ................................................... 653

DYSON INC. ................................................................... 516

EASY LIVING PRODUCTS ............................................ 1416

EASY LIVING PRODUCTS .............................................. 849

ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS OF GEORGIA .................... 1148

ENGLAND PIANO .......................................................... 1231

ENTRYPOINT DOORS OF ATLANTA ............................. 1424

ENVIROCOLOR ............................................................... 115

EVERDRY WATERPROOFING ....................................... 1601

EXOVATIONS ................................................................. 1429

EXPERT WINDOW & DOOR ............................................ 537

FARMERS INSURANCE .................................................. 628

FERN VALLEY LANDSCAPE & INTERIORS (p. 67) .. 1640FIRETOP TABLES ............................................................ 120

FIRST INVESTORS CORPORATION ............................... 538

FIVE STAR PAINTING .................................................... 1042

FLASH ELECTRIC ......................................................... 1524

FLOORMAX FLOORING ATLANTA .................................. 741

FOAM SOUTH INSULATORS - CAHP ........................... 1348

FOS DESIGN INC ........................................................... 219

FRESH COAT PAINTERS................................................. 544

FUJIMI INC. .................................................................. 1235

GEORGIA AWNINGS ....................................................... 802

GEORGIA CARPET INDUSTRIES ................................. 1609

GEORGIA CENTRAL VACUUM ..................................... 1136

GEORGIA IN-HOME SERVICES INC............................ 1247

GEORGIA LANDSCAPE .................................................. 147

GEORGIA SPA COMPANY .............................................. 306

GLOVER’S FLOORING AMERICA - CAHP (p. 71) ...... 1348GRANITE TRANSFORMATIONS ..................................... 936

GREENSTONE RECYCLED STONE PRODUCTS ........... 113

GRILL DOME ................................................................... 143

GUTTER CREATIONS.................................................... 1610

HIGHLAND DESIGN GALLERY ..................................... 1229

HILLTOP POOLS & SPAS INC. ........................................ 325

HOME & GARDEN DESIGN INC. .................................... 529

HOME ENERGY SOLUTIONS (p. 44) ........................ 1116HOME WIZARDS ........................................................... 1441

HOPE ATLANTA THE PROGRAMS OF TRAVELERS AID 147

HOUSLEY ENTERPRISES OF GA INC. ......................... 1102

HUMANE SOCIETY OF COBB COUNTY ........................ 954

ILLUMINATING DESIGN ................................................ 1530

INFINITY ART FURNISHINGS ......................................... 603

INSPECTORS ASSOCIATES INC. - CAHP ................... 1348

INVISIBLE FENCE BY PEACHTREE.............................. 1124

IRONWOOD TOOLS ........................................................ 723

J & J PAINTING OF GEORGIA ...................................... 1119

JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS ...................... 1115

JD KITCHENS BATHS & MORE ................................... 1502

JD’S GLASSWORKS INC. .............................................. 748

JENNIFER’S GLASSWORKS LLC (p. 48) ..................... 424JOHNNY RHINO RESIDENTIAL REMODELERS ........... 1623

KALEIDOSCOPE PAINT & DESIGN - CAHP ................. 1348

KCO AUDIO ..................................................................... 105

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ........................................... 611

KITCHEN CRAFT ........................................................... 1109

KITCHEN-PRO ................................................................ 516

LANDSCAPE LIGHTING SYSTEMS INC. ........................ 729

LANDSCAPE PLANS PLUS ............................................ 147

LEAF FILTER NORTH OF GEORGIA INC. ...................... 841

LEAFGUARD OF NORTH GEORGIA ............................... 536

LEISURE LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS LLC ......................... 401

LIFE IS LABS RESCUE INC. .......................................... 554

LIGHTNING BUG ELECTRIC - CAHP ........................... 1348

LUMBER LIQUIDATORS ............................................... 1515

LUMEN SOLUTION LLC ............................................... 1535

LUSTRECRAFT COOKWARE ........................................ 1536

MADARIS SIDING & WINDOWS ATLANTA ..................... 953

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MASTERSHIELD ............................................................. 438

MATTRESS 4 YOU .......................................................... 506

MATTRESS FIRM .......................................................... 1406

MATTRESS USA .............................................................. 950

MAURERCO RETAINING WALLS INC. .......................... 116

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METAL BRITE PRODUCTS ........................................... 1632

METRO MECHANICAL HEATING AND AIR .................... 916

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MIRACLE METHOD OF NW ATLANTA .......................... 1436

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NEW ARCH ................................................................... 1630

NG TURF INC. ................................................................ 323

NICE TOUCH MASSAGE ................................................ 535

NITELITES ....................................................................... 124

NITEWORX SOLUTIONS LLC ......................................... 241

NORTH GEORGIA REPLACEMENT WINDOWS INC. (p. 52) ............................................ 442

OLD HAT CHIMNEY SERVICE - CAHP ......................... 1348

ORECK VACUUMS........................................................ 1401

OUTDOOR LIGHTING PERSPECTIVES .......................... 226

OUTDOOR MAKEOVER .................................................. 319

OUTREACH EXPERTS INC. .......................................... 1117

OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY OF ATLANTA (p. 50) . 836PAINT WIZARDS ........................................................... 1441

PATTEN SEED Co. / SUPER SOD ................................. 1539

PAVESTONE COMPANY ................................................. 215

PEACHTREE PEST CONTROL ..................................... 1010

PEACHTREE SERVICE EXPERTS ................................. 1441

PEERLESS CABINETS .................................................. 1112

PELLA WINDOW & DOOR COMPANY ............................ 906

PHANTOM SCREENS ................................................... 1130

PIANO DISTRIBUTORS ................................................. 1016

POWER HOME REMODELING GROUP ....................... 1335

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RELIABLE HEATING & AIR ............................................ 1542

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN ............................................. 942

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RHINELAND CUTLERY ................................................. 1423

RHINO SHIELD BY GEORGIA COATINGS INC ............. 1420

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SHAY BLISS RENOVATIONS LLC .................................. 817

SHELF GENIE ................................................................ 1329

SHEN YUN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER .................. 1626

SHOREWOOD INDUSTRIES ......................................... 1615

SIGNATURE SHUTTERS ............................................... 1440

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SLEEP NUMBER ............................................................. 924

SOFTUB ........................................................................ 1336

SOLAR ENERGY USA ................................................... 1442

SOMETHING NEW .......................................................... 843

SOUTHEAST COATINGS - TURTLE COAT ................... 1622

SOUTHEASTERN UNDERDECK SYSTEMS LLC ......... 1230

SOUTHERN CLASSIC FLOORING INC (p. 54) ........ 1206SOUTHERN HOME INNOVATIONS ................................. 436

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SPRAY FOAM SERVICES ................................................ 602

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TERRA FLORA LANDSCAPE .......................................... 342

THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION .................. 1153

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THE TRUSTED TOOLBOX - CAHP ............................... 1348

TOTALLY ACCESSIBLE HOMES - CAHP...................... 1348

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TROTTER ROOFING AND GUTTERS - CAHP .............. 1348

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ULTIMATE UNDERDECK ................................................. 330

UNCLE BOB’S SELF STORAGE ..................................... 956

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UNLIMITED LAWN CARE .............................................. 1430

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WAHOO DECKS - CAHP ............................................... 1348

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WATERFURNACE INTERNATIONAL INC. ..................... 1223

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WEBSTER ENTERPRISES ............................................ 1432

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Popular species include: American Hornbeam – A great alternative to the Bradford

Pear, the American Hornbeam has a broad, oval growth habit

and can reach 30 to 40 feet high and 30 feet wide when

mature. Dense foliage casts cooling shade in summer, then

turns a lively shade of yellow or orange in autumn to brighten

the landscape. This tree is sometimes called “Ironwood”

because of its very hard wood and dark red twigs.

Bald Cypress – A Native American tree with a wide growing

range, the Bald Cypress is a common wetland plant and

a deciduous conifer. This tree can reach 70 feet or more

at maturity. (So it is best used in large, open spaces.) Its

soft-textured, �at needles

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Chastetree – A heat-tolerant

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Chastetree grows 15 to 20 feet tall with an equal spread.

Little Gem Magnolia – A classically Southern tree, Little Gem

Magnolia is smaller than its native parent, reaching a height

of 15 to 20 feet in maturity with a 10 foot width. Leaves are

four to six inches long and dark glossy green. Its fragrant

�owers bloom in summer through early fall.

Overcup Oak – Typically growing 50 feet high and 50 feet

wide, the Overcup Oak grows more quickly compared to

most oaks and is better suited for large landscapes. Its

name is derived from the unique shape of its acorns and is

similar to the white oak in many ways, including its rough-

textured, gray-brown bark and yellow color in autumn. “If

you want to create a natural area in the back of your yard

to reduce maintenance, then you want to go with native

canopy trees that can �ll in to help bring back more of the

natural woodland, like an oak,” says Eric King, principal, King

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Trident Maple – Introduced from China in 1890, the Trident

Maple is an excellent small shade tree that brings vibrant colors

in the fall. “It’s a nice size for a residential home,” King says. “It’s

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Now that you have a sense of

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“Is it already shady?” asks King.

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placed. They can minimize air pollution, improve soil

and water quality and increase curb appeal. (All while

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our environment for several

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the shade that they provide.

“Humans and animals both

need the shade to protect

from the damaging exposure

of prolonged direct sun,” says

Dixie Speck, President of

Solterra Landscape in Atlanta.

“The shade also helps to keep

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trees are the ones that grow

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Mark Livingstone, Senior Consulting Arborist at Arborguard

Tree Specialists, advises: “With a shady yard, you want to go

with an understory tree or an ornamental. Dogwoods love to

be underneath large trees that will provide them shade, as

well as some maples varieties. If you have a large spacious

yard with plenty of sunlight, then you may want to go with

an evergreen or an oak. Look for locations to plant dominant

trees where they can shade plants that are receiving too much

sun, or shade your home or patio.”

Digging inThe best time to plant trees is in the fall once temperatures

have cooled down to around the sixties or lower at night.

Trees can also be planted during the winter. When planting

any tree, the holes should be dug approximately twice the

size of the root ball or container to give the roots room to

grow. It is not a bad idea to put rock in the bottom of the

holes to allow for water to drain from the roots. Some trees,

although they love water, do not like to sit in it.

Trees need regular, deep watering (by rain or irrigation or

hand-watering) just like any other plant, especially during

the �rst two years of establishment. “If planting during the

heat of the spring or summer, watering is needed every day

for the initial two to three weeks following planting,” Speck

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the root zone of trees to conserve moisture and insulate the

roots from temperature extremes. Be careful not to apply

more than three inches of mulch. This can suffocate the tree.

Fertilize at least once per year and consult your local nursery

for plant-speci�c requirements.

Whether you’re pruning for aesthetic reasons, to thin the

canopy of your yard or just to make the tree better, choose

an arborist or a tree company who knows how to prune

without damaging the tree. If you choose to do it yourself

you can �nd good resources through University of Georgia’s

Cooperative Extension service*. Keep trees trimmed regularly

to help lessen the weight of the branches and to prevent

drooping. Trimming will also help maintain the shape of the

tree. “Generally if you’re cutting to remove a limb completely,

you want to cut it back close to the trunk but leave a little

circle of growth, called the collar,” says King. “Don’t remove

more than 20 percent of the canopy at any one time.” Staking

trees can prevent them from blowing over in a heavy wind

and helps train them to grow.

Down with diseaseTo identify diseases, �rst �gure out what type of tree you’re

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appear. “There’s a cool app out there called Leafsnap where

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Each city and county has its own tree laws and ordinances. Visit city and county websites for current information, particularly if you are considering removing a tree. Depending on the location, there are strict guidelines in place for removal and necessary replanting. The Georgia Urban Forest Council* serves as a comprehensive resource for homeowners interested in specific tree ordinances across the state of Georgia: • www.gufc.org/resources/georgia-tree-ordinance-survey• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/atlantacity1.pdf • www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/cobbcounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/dekalbcounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/douglascounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/fultoncounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/gwinnettcounty1.pdf * Here are direct links to earlier references in this article:• www.georgiagoldmedalplants.org• www.extension.uga.edu• www.isa-arbor.com• www.georgiaarborist.org• www.urbanagcouncil.com

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Q: How can I make my outdoor space feel more polished and ready for entertaining?

As homeowners begin to think of their outdoor spaces as an extension of their homes, it is important to think about how your design choices can �ow seamlessly from the indoors out. When thinking about this transition, consider several design elements to accomplish this.

Mix textures and patterns: Just as homeowners are getting more adventurous with their color choices indoors, we are also seeing mixing and matching in outdoor rooms growing in popularity. Match outdoor accessories with the style of your home’s interior for a sense of �ow between indoor and outdoor living areas. Add an all-weather rug in a coordinating color to make your space cozy and comfortable.

Light up your lawn: Lighting is a crucial element to create a sense of space, especially when transitioning from the indoors out. Highlight your hedges, trees and �owers with solar accent lights to make your outdoor space stand out at night. Or, add lanterns and string lights for

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Momma’s Kitchen


By Kathy Kantorski

YOUR

A singular buzzword permeated the conference,

expo and event scene at this year’s Kitchen

and Bath Industry Show. It de� nes the ideal

American kitchen and bath and can be interpreted in a

myriad of ways. The word is: clean. It refers to the clean

lines in a contemporary space or simply keeping the

room free from clutter and dirt—clean reigns supreme

in today’s kitchens and baths.

Cabinet creationsIt used to be that closed-off storage spaces, such as kitchen

cabinets, were used to hide messy-looking piles of pots, lids,

pans, dry goods, cleaning supplies, small appliances … you

name it, our mothers and grandmothers shoved it behind the

cabinet door.

But no more! Modern-day cabinetry is almost as aesthetically

pleasing on the inside as it is on the outside, thanks to the

organizing gadgets and gizmos from manufacturers like Rev-A-

Shelf, Glideware, The Pull-Out Shelf Company, and more. And

fortunately, you don’t have to remodel your entire kitchen to

install most organizers. Your existing cabinets can be retro� tted

with these goodies.

This unique island, with a prep sink and

plenty of storage, is topped with Black

Galaxy granite and a round inset breakfast

table of Giallo Florence granite.


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impressionsFirstStylish staircase + Inviting entryway

= Warm welcome

Many older homes seem designed to hustle visitors from the

front door straight to the living or family room without

ever wanting them to linger in the entryway. After all, this

utilitarian space usually didn’t have much to offer in the way

of hospitality or aesthetics. But modern homeowners are beginning to dress

up their entryways, staircases and railings in pause-worthy new ways.

Make An EntranceThese days, foyers have taken on a more prominent role in the overall décor

of the home. “Homeowners are treating the entryway more as a part of

the home instead of just a pass-through space to get into the home,” says

Brandie Stoeck, design consultant and owner of Stoeck Designs in Marietta.

“Foyers had been used mainly for hanging coats, housing the vacuum in the

closet or a place to just drop shoes. Now they are setting the stage for the

look and feel of the home, telling a brief story of the people who live there as

well as becoming a working, functional space.”

To accomplish this in your own home, Stoeck suggests incorporating a pop

of color or even some patterns. “Entryways are a good place to introduce

pattern. For example… with wallpaper. Yes, I did just say wallpaper. This

product has changed so much over the years. For example, it has become

easier to remove and now it offers so many options in patterns. Great metal

foils, current and modern patterns (i.e. trellis) and bold colors. Sherwin

Williams and Candice Olson both have some very nice collections.”

By Karon Warren

Photos courtesy of (clockwise from top left) Keiffer Phillips - Patricia Brown Builders, Inc; Stoeck Designs, photography by Brandie Stoeck and

Vision Stairways & Millwork

In The Company of

TreesChoosing the right tree

for your yardBy Margaret Price

Stately maples, towering pines and sturdy

oaks are valuable assets for the Atlanta

homeowner. They provide shade and beauty

while offering cool spots to relax and play

in the yard. Fragrant spring blossoms and vibrant

fall foliage can also brighten up an otherwise dark

corner of the landscape. Trees do so much for our

outdoor life – and making the right choice is the �rst

step in ensuring a healthy yard full of gorgeous trees.

From when to plant to how to choose a responsible

arborist, here’s a primer on all things tree.

Growing on YouChoosing the right tree is �rst about �guring out

what you’re trying to accomplish. “You cannot go

wrong by consulting the Georgia Gold Medal Plants

list,*” says Mary Kay Woodworth, executive director,

Georgia Urban Ag Council. “These plants are selected

annually to be proven winners for Georgia’s climate,

soils and disease/pest resistance.”


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