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A RESOURCE GUIDE SERVING NORTH ORANGE COUNTY HOMEOWNERS SINCE 1980
ORANGECOUNTYLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM
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ORANGECOUNTY LIVINGV O L X X X I • N O . 5 • O D D
S E P T E M B E R / O C T O B E R 2 0 1 0O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G M A G A Z I N E . C O M
Contents
14 - 20 HOME FASHION
What’s Your Decorating
“Personality”?
Hunter Douglas Debuts Exciting NewProducts
What Is Home Theater?
22, 23 HOME INTERIORS
Restore Your Floor—Bring Natural
Stone Back To Life!
Is Your Attic Infested?
24 - 30EXTERIORS
LANDSCAPING
Forget How Beautiful Your Pool Tile
Once Was?
A Remarkable, Unique Patio Opening
Roof System-Adapts To The
Weather, Or Your Mood
Beauty Comfort And Ease—The
Secret To Secret To Stylish Climate
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homefashion
O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G • S E P / O C T 2 0 1 0 O N L I N E A T O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G M A G A Z I N E . C O M14
e a ll h av e d if fe re nt
decorating personalities.
Some people change their
furnishings frequently and equate home
décor to fashion trends . Others buy the
highest quality traditional furniture, keep it
forever, and plan to pass it down to their
children. And then there are those of us in
between who aren’t sure when we shouldreplace that sofa that’s just not quite right for
the space.
There is much to consider when planning
your decorating and furniture purchases. If
you’re feeling a bit lost about home decor
decisions, here are some tips to help get you
started.
1. Determine the real use of each room.
Which rooms need to be highly functional,
and which can be decorative or for special
occasions? What is your family’s lifestyle?
How much wear and tear will each room get
from kids, pets, or frequent entertaining?
2. Take stock of your current furniture. Do
you have family heirlooms, antiques, or very
high-quality furnishings? If so, you may
be keeping these pieces a long time, and
you have the option of reupholstering or
refinishing them to freshen their appearance
and function.
If you’re living with furniture that you’renot fond of, doesn’t quite fit the space, or is
past its prime and not worth repairing, start
planning for buying some new pieces or
whole sets. You can always sell your old pieces
or donate them to a charitable organization.
3. Give some serious thought to your own
personal s tyle . Look all around you for
inspiration and narrow down your favorite
colors and interior motifs. Magazines, books,
online sources, home shows, stores, and
professional decorators can all give you
insight into the types of décor that best suit
your style and make you feel at home.
Start a photo collection of styles that you
love – pictures of entire rooms, particular
pieces of furniture or fabrics, or even travel
photos of a Morrocan palace, an Italian villa,
or an English cottage. All these images will be
useful for inspiration whether you are
redecorating yourself or hiring a designer.
Ask yourself these questions: Do you love
formal settings or comfy/casual? What kind
What’s YourDecorating“Personality”?of mood do you want to create in your room...
calm and relaxing, or dynamic and energetic?
Do you love color palettes with warm tones or
cool tones? Do you lean toward traditional or
contemporary? Which styles will complement
your home’s architectural character? All theseclues will help you pinpoint the unique decor
that best suits your personality.
4. Identify and work around a focal point
in each room. This can be a fireplace, a
conversational seating arrangement, a piece
of art, a window with a view, or many other
features.
5. Keep in mind natural traffic patterns
through and between rooms and arrange your
furniture accordingly for ease of movement6. A common decorating challenge is to
define spaces in open floorplans. You can
achieve this with furniture arrangement, area
rugs, folding screens, a “wall” of tall house-
plants (consider bamboo), or sometimes even
a fountain or sculpture.
7. Choose your paint colors LAST! Take
samples of your fabrics, wood tones, and
flooring if possible when choosing paint
chips, and then bring the chips home to view them in the room at different times during
the day.
There are many other considerations for
putting together your décor, whether in one
room or an entire house. If you decide to hire
a des igner , make sure to check the i r
references, look through their portfolio,
establish a clear budget and time-frame, and
pull out that photo collection of the looks you
love. If you enjoyed reading this article and would like tosee more general topic articles please email your
topic recommendations to [email protected]
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vanes attached to a sheer backing, Pirouette®
window shadings are now available for the
f irs t t ime with motorization—the new
advanced PowerRise 2.0 with Platinum
Technology system. Also new, specialty shape
options for arched and angled windows.
From casual to traditional settings, the combi-nation of grasses, woods, reeds, and bamboo
in Provenance® Woven Wood shades offer
unique textures, rich colors, and unmatched
sophistication. There are now five new fab-
rics—new bamboo choices, Corner Market
and Patagonia; the natural feel of the reeds
offerings, Colfax and Cypress; and Hatteras, a
grass pattern that is sure to inspire. Also new,
four decorative valance options—Angled,
S tac ked , D oub l e H obb l ed an d Tr ipl eHobbled—that are the perfect complement to
any shade.
All Hunter Douglas products are backed by
the exclusive Hunter Douglas lifetime guarantee.
To see Nantucket window shadings and
other Hunter Douglas products, you can visit
Don’s Drapery Service, Inc., and authorized
Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Gallery
showroom, located at 1261 N. Lakeview Ave.,
Suite M in Anaheim Hills. You can also call
714-577-9192 ext. 2 for more information.
www.keyaccess.com/donsdrapery.
vacy not available with screen shades.
Providing legendary Hunter Douglas qual-
ity and a streamlined selection process with
exceptional value, the 2010 Applause® hon-
eycomb shades offer ing includes a new
Vintage™ fabric, the only honeycomb shade
on the market made with recycled materials.Created using 40 percent recycled polyester
fibers from post-consumer textiles, such as
water bottles, Vintage is as beautiful as it is
sustainable with a contemporary linear pat-
tern. It is available in 10 neutral colors and in
3/4-inch and 3/8-inch pleats in semi-opaque
and blackout fabrics.
P ow e r R i s e ® 2 .0 , on e o f th e mos t
advanced battery-powered wireless motor con-
trol systems on the market, is another innova-tive leap forward for the category. Built on the
patented Platinum™ Technology platform
and operated by remote control or wireless
wall switch, PowerRise 2.0 quietly raises and
lowers shades while precisely controlling vane
tilt for many Hunter Douglas window fash-
ions, including Silhouette® window shad-
ings. Additionally, PowerRise 2.0 systems will
easily integrate with most home automation
systems, offering the ultimate in control
possibilities.
Featuring soft adjustable horizontal fabric
eEVERY YEAR, HUNTER DOUGLAS
INTRODUCES A RANGE OF NEW OFFER-
INGS THAT DEMONSTRATE WHY THE
COMPANY CONTINUES TO BE NORTH
AMERICA’S LEADING MANUFACTURER
OF CUSTOM WINDOW COVERINGS—
AND 2010 IS NO EXCEPTION. WITHINNOVATIVE NEW DESIGNS THIS SEA-
SON, THE COMPANY’S COLLECTION
CONTINUES TO EXCEED CONSUMER
EXPECTATIONS FOR DESIGNAND FUNC-
TIONALITY AT THE WINDOW.
The latest additions include:
An enhanced offering for Nantucket™
window shadings; a collection of Silhouette®
window shadings that is streamlined and casu-
al . The new 2010 col lec t ion inc ludesNantucket Sunscreen privacy shadings, which
combine the look of a screen shade with the
added benefits of superior light control and
complete privacy. What’s different about them?
Like all Nantucket shadings, this product fea-
tures soft fabric vanes suspended between two
sheer fabrics. Yet, instead of both fabrics being
similar sheers, the rear fabric is an innovative
sunscreen-like fabric. The vanes tilt to direct
sunlight, while the tinted sheers diffuse and
disperse sunlight throughout the room.
Sunscreen shadings also provide nighttime pri-
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he question is: How are you to afford it when budget is moreimportant than ever?
Given our current market conditions, Interior Affairs has createdinnovative and exciting products to suit your overall design needs.
Design Deliveredoffers you the opportunity to participate inthe design process and generate big savings! With Design Delivered ,projects can be managed by you— leaving you in charge to completethe project as your time and budget permits. The design program alsogives you the option of selecting the portions of the design plan you
wish to manage, while handing back to Interior Affairs portions of theproject you choose not to manage. This is truly a win-win situation.
Tangible guidanceis the key ingredient that empow-ers you to finish any design project with complete satisfaction and theprofessional end result you are seeking. Interior Affairs supplies you
with the tangible guidance your project requires. Depending upon thedesign package you choose, space plans, color palettes, fabric samples,and much more are provided. In most cases, even a shopping list isincluded.
Interior Affairs has been designing homes in Southern Californiafor nearly twenty years. Why not give us an opportunity to help you
with all of your “Interior Affairs?”For more information on Design Delivered and other products, ser-
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O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G • S E P / O C T 2 0 1 020 O N L I N E A T O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G M A G A Z I N E . C O M
ven though the term “home the-
ater” has become common, its def-
inition is unclear. Some feel it is a
big screen TV, while others define it as surround
sound. Many believe it is the ability to attractive-
ly integrate electronics into a home’s décor. In
fact, to have a successful home theater experi-
ence you need all three: big picture, surround
sound, and specialized furniture. The question
then becomes, “How do you coordinate all threeitems?” To find the answer, it is important to
seek professional advice.
Any TV over 30” can serve as a centerpiece to
a home theater. When shopping for TVs, you
should be offered a clear explanation of the
major high definition technologies: LCD, DLP,
CRT, and plasma. HDTVs with a digital cable
card slot provide a handy way of receiving pre-
mium channels without a cable box. For the
finest picture quality ask about new 1080pHDTVs with twice the pixel density of standard
HDTVs. To ensure future compatibility, get a TV
equipped with the latest HDMI and IEEE 1394
connections.
The second facet of home theater, surround
sound, is the re-creation of movie theater-style
multi-channel audio that “moves” with the
image. These spatial effects are accomplished
with a surround sound receiver and a set of
speakers. Competent receivers will offer an
array of Dolby Digital and DTS surround
modes. However, only a few will provide pow-
e
e r e d 2n d o r 3 r d
z on e s , H D M I o r
component video
up conversion, XM
Radio compatibility,
and automatic calibration.
The final facet of home theater is furniture.
Furniture is often considered the most importantelement due to its longevity—it often outlasts
several TVs—and its impact on the home’s
décor. Since it is the only part of a home theater
that cannot be turned “off”, it needs to enhance
the beauty and style of the room. Exceptional
home theater furniture will attractively conceal
the electronics as well as address their unique
installation, ventilation, and wire management
requirements.
Consumers often search for advice by visitingseveral different retailers (i.e. electronics super-
stores, specialty audio boutiques, and furniture
department stores). However, knowledgeable
help is hard to find and recommendations are
often conflicting. The best option is to seek one
company that can pair a coordinated electronics
package with specialized furniture for a com-
plete home theater solution. Professional instal-
lation, personalized instruction and single
remote control operation will ensure ease of useand enjoyment.
Diamond Case Designs, Inc. is a one-stop
shop with expertise in all facets of home theater.
They carry premium electronics brands such as
Yamaha and Mitsubishi’s Diamond Plus Line
along with their own complete series of propri-
etary award winning furniture. You can visit
their showroom M-F from 10 am to 6 pm, and
Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. They are located
at 655 N. Shepard St., Anaheim. You can call
714-630-8100, or check out their virtual show-
room at www.diamondcase.comO
What IsHome
Theater?
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O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G • S E P / O C T 2 0 1 0 O N L I N E A T O R A N G E C O U N T Y L I V I N G M A G A Z I N E . C O M
atural stone has quickly become the most common form
of flooring in our homes. It’s a favorite of builders and
homeowners alike because of its beauty and durability. Travertine,
limestone, marble, and Mexican pavers are the most popular natural
stones. While the most common use is in flooring, natural stone is also
used in showers, countertops, outside patios, fireplaces, and walls. The
list is as long as the imagination.To the average homeowner who may have recently purchased a
home with stone or had new stone installed, the question heard the
most is, “How do I take care of such an expensive investment?”
Many floors over time lose their luster, become dingy, and never seem to
look clean. You try every cleaning product you can but can’t seem to
get the look you want. Typical questions heard from clients are,
“Shouldn’t stone resist stain?” “Why does it get dirty so fast?” “Isn’t the
s to ne h ar d e no ug h t o k ee p f ro m a ny th in g s ta in in g
or soaking in?”
The reality is that natural stone can wear, stain, and dull rather
quickly if not taken care of. A beautiful natural floor can dull with reg-
ular cleaning. Showers are prone to heavy calcium deposits and build
up of soap scum. After time outdside patios get water and sun damaged.
Fortunately, all stone can be brought back to its natural beauty and
it can be done for a fraction of the cost of replacement. In most cases,
you can have a beautiful, long lasting, fully protected, and restored
floor, shower, or countertop in one day.
The process of restoring stone is done in three simple steps. First is
cleaning. The cleaning process entails scrubbing the stone, using mild
non-acid cleaners strong enough to remove dirt from the face. A
high-pressure steam machine is used to penetrate deep into the stone,
removing all the dir t and grime from holes , cracks , and any
indentations. Grout is scrubbed with specialty brushes, ensuring allgrout joints are cleaned.
The second step is polishing. Polishing requires a circular marble
machine and a special polishing compound that is worked evenly into
the floor, creating a natural shine. The third step is protection. A sealer
is lightly sprayed onto the floor and buffed in with a specialty pad
allowing even dis tr ibution throughout the whole s tone. Up to
1500 sq. ft. of stone can usually be restored in just one day with very
little mess.
As a Cal i forn ia- l icensed r e s torat ion contrac tor, B lue
Steam Tile & Stone has been helping clients transform their floors
f rom dul l to be t te r than new for many year s . Wi th o f f ices
I n San D i e go an d P a lm D e s e r t , B lu e S t e am T i l e & S ton e
covers all of Southern California. They offer free estimates and
guarantee all of their work in writ ing. You can give them a
call at 800-781-0648. Your new floor is just a phone call away.
www.BlueSteamCleaning.comH
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everything—cleaning, decontamination, insu-lation removal, and proofing.
Cleanup. First, your attic will be evaluated.
Then, by using a HEPA filter vacuum, a healthy
environment is maintained while removing
everything and the possibility of air contamina-
tion is eliminated.
Decontamination. After rodents and drop-
pings are removed, parasites and diseases are not
eliminated and will search for a new home—
you, a family member, or a pet. It’s crucial to
decontaminate and free your attic of bacteria,
viruses, fungi, mold, mildew, and more. Once
thoroughly vacuumed, the entire attic is fogged
using a state-of-the-art Atomist Electric Fogger
utilizing an earth-friendly product, BioShield,
that contains anti-bacterial and anti-viral agents.
Insulation removal. Whether your insula-
MOST PEOPLE ARE NOT AWARE
THAT ALMOST EVERY HOME HAS
HAD A RODENT INFESTATION AT
SOME POINT. From roof rats and rac-
coons to birds and opossums, your attic
may serve as a home for an assortment of
critters. Dust, allergens, and rat droppings
are just a few examples of things that may
be hidden in your attic, not to mention
the damage that can be caused to the
structure of your home. You might be
exposing yourself and your family to bac-
teria and viruses without even realizing it.
In order to prevent further infestation
and protect your health, simple pest con-
trol is not going to do the trick. The solu-
tion is a complete process that includes
tion is simply old, your attic is covered in debris,
or your home is suffering from a major infesta-
tion, insulation replacement will bring youmany benefits. All new insulation installed is
rated at R-30, and a variety of different kinds
including batt and blow-in are available.
Afterwards, you will have a clean attic that’s
completely safe.
Proofing. It’s vital to find out how rodents
have gotten into your home and seal each and
every entry point to keep them out permanently.
Rats are nimble creatures, and it takes very experi-
enced professionals to get this job done right.
Serving all of Southern California, Attic Guys
gained over 10 years experience in pest control
before specializing in rat cleanup and exclusive
rodent contamination services. If you have any
kind of infestation or would like to have your
home evaluated, you can call Attic Guys for a free
estimate at 949-585-9300. www.atticguys.com
The Facts About Rodent Cleanup and Decontamination
Is YourAttic Infested?
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exteriorslandscaping
when you spent the ext ra
money on the beautiful pool
tiling that added that extra,
artistic element to your pool design, you may
not have expected or planned for the naturaleffects pool water has on most surfaces—the
calcium buildup and other deposits that
decept ive ly make your pool t i l e look
prematurely old and less attractive than it
once was.
For a fraction of the price of replacement,
you can get rid of that buildup in about an
hour and a half with a safe , quick and
efficient process, which is not only effective on
tile, but also brick, coping, natural and
artificial rock, flagstone, quartz and PebbleTec.
This process does not require that your
pool be emptied. The water level is simply
lowered six inches and then environmentally
safe glass beads are sprayed on the surface at
low pressure to ensure that no damage is done
to the tile or surface being cleaned. After the
cleaning is complete, the glass beads and
buildup, which has sunk to the bottom of the
pool, are vacuumed up, the water level isreturned to normal, and the surrounding area
is cleaned, leaving you with swim-ready
water and the beautiful
tile/stone you used to have.
To prevent any
disruption in your personal
schedul e, i t i s no t
necessary for you to be
home for this service to be
per formed. A l l the top
quality tools of the trade
are s e l f con tained and
mobile in a trailer. When considering a
company to return the surfaces of your pool
to their original beauty, you should look for
one that is the leader in the pool tile cleaning
industry, not only for the extensive amount of pools serviced but also for their dedication
to customer service. A company that has
profes s ional r e lat ionsh ips wi th o ther
companies in the pool service field, that
allows no inconvenience to your life and
home, and has no long waitlist for pool
servicing will make the experience painless
and satisfying.
The quality of your water determines
how quickly calcium and other depositsaccumulate on the surfaces of your pool. On
average it can be as soon as six months to a
year. To keep your tile and other surfaces
looking n ice a f te r you have had them
serviced, you can have them maintained for a
reduced rate, so the extensive buildup does
not take over your pool again.
If you have forgotten how beautiful your
pool tile and other surfaces were when they
were new, you can contact Precision Pool Tile
Cleaning at 1 (888) 300-TILE (8453); or visit
them online at www.pooltilecleaning.com
Forget How BeautifulYour Pool Tile Once Was?Protect Your Investment With Pool Tile Cleaning
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AFTER
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he Vergola Opening Roof System is
constructed of color bond s teel
louvers that rotate from completely
closed to 155° open, by use of a
small motor. It is safe to use and incredibly
easy to operate. The motor is powered by
being connected to 110 volts main supply. A portable-remote controls the operation of the
louvers. Rain sensors are standard to close the
louvers during periods of bad weather. Each
Vergola unit is also equipped with a control
box to adjust the position of the louvers
several times a day for optimal protection and
ventilation.
The Vergola offers many benefits, including:
Versatility. It can be built as a patio roof or
commercial cover, or to cover a swimming
pool. It can also be installed flat, pitched, or
used vertically as a privacy screen.
Heat control. The slim louvers can be
positioned during winter months to cast the
sun’s natural warmth into rooms to save on
energy costs. During the summer, they can
be moved to block direct sunlight to protect
your home from unwanted solar heating.
Light control. With the push of a button,
the louvers can be moved to give the desired
amount of light into your residence. This is a great way to naturally illuminate work or
living areas while cutting back on power
consumption.
Ventilation. During the summer months,
a place in the shade is where you want to be.
The Vergola provides this by angling the
louvers to a partially open position. Even in
light rain, the louvers can be left partially
open and the water will drain away in the
contours of the louver.
Rain protection. The Vergola Opening
Roof System has a uniquely designed louver
that provides complete overlap to help prevent
rain penetration.
Shade control. You can also control the
amount of shade needed. The amount of
heat and light can be varied for work or
relaxation. For those with sensitive skin or
those concerned about health risks associated
with sun exposure, the Vergola is an ideal
solution. Full light can be enjoyed without
direct sunlight.
Imagine being able to control heat on
your patio at the touch of a button. With the
Vergola system, you can enjoy the outdoors
year-round and worry-free.
For more information or a demonstration
of the Vergola Opening Roof System, you can
v i s i t the 5 ,000 square foot showroom
of A l l - P r o R e mode l in g a t 706 N or th
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homefashion
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hen intense heat and glare keep you from enjoying
your outdoor space, you start to feel trapped inside
your air conditioned home. Don’t let the sun drive
you indoors and make you miss out on
outdoor activities with family and
fr iends . You can take back your
outdoor space with European-style
retractable awnings made in theU.S.A.
These attractive awnings are
available for patios, windows, lattice
c ov er s, s un rooms, and o th er
applications. They can help increase
your comfort and enjoyment of your
home and yard.
Patios, picture windows, sunrooms, and other areas of your home
tend to gather heat and glare, making these areas difficult to enjoy,
especially in the hot summer months. Retractable awnings are easy touse and can be opened or closed as needed, allowing you to control
temperature and light to increase comfort.
Installing retractable awnings can also help improve the energy
efficiency of your home. You can reduce air conditioning costs and
fading of furnishings in the summer with an awning that blocks
undesirable heat and ultraviolet light. During the cold winter months,
having the ability to retract your awnings allows the warmth of
the sun to enter the home and keeps heating
costs down.
Awnings come in a wide variety of shapes
and sizes, and can be made for many differ-
ent applications. You can opt for a motorizedawning or a manual crank, and hardware is
offered in anodized aluminum, white, beige,
or dark bronze finishes. Designer fabrics for
the awnings can be acrylic or high-tech
see-through mesh fabric available in hun-
dreds of colors and patterns to best suit your
home and personal style.
As with any type of movable equipment, durability and trouble-free
performance are important. Retractable awnings should be made from
top quality aluminum castings and extrusions, and be offered with anexcellent warranty.
Retractable patio awnings are available in projections of 5’3” to 13’
and widths of 6’6” to 40’ and beyond. The retractable window awning is
available in projections of 1’6” to 4’ and widths of 3’ to 15’. Retractable,
roll-up, vertical systems and skylight/pergola awnings designed to mount
on top of lattice structures or sunrooms are also available.
For more information about high-quality awnings like the
SunTamer ® l ine o f r e t rac table awnings , you can contac t
A lpha Productions, Inc . a t 800-223-0883, or v i s i t them at
www.alphaproductions.com. Alpha Productions’ products have been
made in the U.S.A. since 1978. They design, manufacture, and install
all of their products. The Continental Patio Awning Closed
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kids
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magine having your very own treehouse ready to be enjoyed by
your entire family. This unique clubhouse is authentic to thecore... the log a real, old fallen tree, actually hollowed out using a
chainsaw. And the charming house that jauntily crowns it is made
from old, recycled barn wood. Armed with the acceptable password,
simply enter the door in the hollow log, climb up the ladder in its
center, and pull yourself through the trap door in the clubhouse floor.
Just as no two trees are exactly alike, each house is a unique
creation. The recycled barn wood varies as well, with colors that range
from old barn-red to a natural, weathered look. Although each differ,
they’re all extraordinary... and extraordinarily fun! The standard
reaches about 14’ tall, with logs about 5’ in diameter and 6’ tall. It’s a
snug fit, but a large adult can easily climb inside and stand straight up
in the middle with room to spare.
Standard options include a front porch, fireman’s escape pole, flip
down loft bed, rope swing extending from the side of the log, a roof
dormer on one or both sides, and a slide coming out of the back of the
clubhouse. Nothing is more exciting than the challenge of a custom
order, though! So clear out the cobwebs and stir your imagination. If
you can describe it, they can build it!
The treehouse can be shipped anywhere in the country and
comes in two units : the clubhouse, and the log. Installation
services are available and lead time runs between 6-8 weeks.
For more information on The Ultimate Treehouse, you can call (888)
612-7400 x 307, v i s i t www.affluentproducts.com, or emai l
[email protected]. A child’s dream, it’s sure to put a smile on
everyone’s face.
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out—leave Fido at daycare while you are at
work, and he will be more than happy to sleep at
home while you go out to dinner. It is true that a
tired dog is a well-behaved dog.
For people who need a couple nights away or
even a week’s vacation, but are hesitant about
asking friends and family to take care of their
pooch, some doggy daycares provide boarding as
well with webcams so you can see that your
pooch is safe, having fun, and getting lots of
exercise.
For more in format ion on how to ge t
exce llen t daycare or boarding services
for your dog, you can call Camp Bow Wow
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while we are gone—and, while we love our
dogs, we also like the occasional night off from
playing ball or going for a mile-long walk. It
can be taxing at times to come home after a
hard day's work—and an often lengthy com-
mute—only to find Fido hyper and ready to
romp and play for an hour when all you want to
do is kick off your shoes and relax.
Occasional trips to your local camp may
mean a night or two of rest and relaxation with
a dog that is more apt to snuggle than drop a
ball at your feet every ten seconds. Others are
using daycare as a way to feel better about work-
ing all day and having the occasional night
Dog to Daycare?
Why Bring Your
THEMORE WE UNDERSTANDABOUT
OUR BELOVED CANINE COMPAN-
IONS, THE HARDER IT IS TO LEAVE
THEM HOME ALONE EVERY DAY
WHILE WE ARE AT WORK AND PLAY.
Many people will have a dog before they
have children (or instead of children)
and many will have a dog long after their
children have left home. A dog is less
likely to be seen as just a dog than as a
member of the family. We would like to
think of Fido having fun rather than sit-
ting in a crate or tearing up the house
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All-Safe®
POOL SAFETY PRODUCTS800 786 8110www.allsafepool.com AFL
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With the assistance of the media (TV shows
such as “Extreme Makeover,” for example), the
public is becoming aware of what is available
in the field of cosmetic dentistry. Because of
these new contemporary aesthetic dental thera-
pies and the public’s awareness of what is
attainable, there has been a tremendousincrease in patients seeking out different dental
cosmetic procedures.
The dental community now has a responsi-
bility to acquire the proper training and knowl-
edge of these newer treatments, materials, and
technologies before they treat patients seeking
cosmetic dentistry. The majority of dentists who
are providing their patients with cosmetic den-
tistry at a better-than-average level have com-
pleted some form of continued education in the field of contemporary aesthetic dentistry. It
becomes a serious problem for both the patient
and the dentist when a patient has a cosmetic
problem and their expectations are not met
after treatment.
However, unlike the field of plastic surgery
in medicine, there is no state or national cer-
tification in the field of cosmetic dentistry. As
a result, any dentist is allowed to market that
they are a “cosmetic dentist.” This becomes a
serious dilemma because the general public
has no barometer or standard to determine if
the dentist that they are seeing is qualified in
providing aesthetic dentistry at an acceptable
level.
Several organizations and private schools
cater to cosmetic dentistry whereby dentists
can gain continuing education and clinical
experience in the field of cosmetic dentistry.One such organizat ion , the Amer ican
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), also
provides an accreditation certification for
those dentists who complete and pass a rigor-
ous examination process in the field of cos-
metic dentistry. To date, there are about 7,000
members in the AACD and about 275 who
have attained accredited status. For those
seeking out a cosmetic dentist who can pro-
vide the latest in cosmetic dentistry at a supe-rior level, one can go to the AACD website,
www.aacd.com, to locate either an accredited
member or a general member in their com-
munity.
For more information on choosing a cos-
metic dentist or for any other dental cosmetic
procedures, you can contact Dr. Jack Ringer,
DDS at 714-974-0313 or visit www.dentalcos-
metics.com. Dr. Jack Ringer, who has appeared
on the national TV show “The Doctors,” is an
accredited member of the AACD and can help
you get that perfect smile! H
en and women today are far
more health and beauty con-
science than ever before.
Because of this, the quest for recapturing youth
in terms of health and appearance is relentless
and widespread. Every industry involved in
health and beauty is trying to provide what the
public desires by developing products and tech-
niques that may be the answer to the proverbial fountain of youth. We see this every day with
advertisements for cosmetics that reverse the
wrinkling effect on the face, gym equipment
that will give you the six pack you’ve always
wanted, and a variety of plastic surgeries that
will rejuvenate virtually any part of your body.
There is now an overwhelming responsibility
for the public to discern which of these modali-
ties will best solve their health and beauty defi-
ciency. This also leads to the question of whether or not these products or services are
being administered by a qualified and ade-
quately trained professional.
Cosmetic dentistry falls into the abovemen-
tioned techniques in that there are several new
materials, treatments, and pieces of equipment
available today that include porcelain veneers,
tooth-colored restorations, Wearable Smile
Design™, and digital technology. Innovative
tools like these can correct most every dental
cosmetic and health deficiency that one may
suffer from.
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Company Name Vacuuming Spotting Agitation Steam Clean Finish TouchesActual Avg.
Cost–6 areasCompany
Phone Number
Miller'sCarpet Care Extra Extra Extra Included Included $180.00 800-559-9090
Coit Included Included Included Included Included $234.00 800-367-2648
Quality CarpetCleaning, Inc. Included Included Included Included Included $149.00 800-675-7768
Stanley SteemerNot
Available Included Included Included Included $224.00 800-400-9404
Sears Carpet andUpholstery Care Included Included Included Included Included $230.00 800-935-4488
THIS IS A COMPARISON CHART OF 5 LEADING COMPANIESPrices were quoted over the phone and are subject to change. Miller's quoted $30 extra per room for truck mounted units, so we estimated an average.All companies quoted have been in business over 25 years. Coit, Sears, and Quality Carpet offer a 30–day guarantee and routinely do all 5 steps. Searsand Quality Carpet use residue—free green cleaning products.
Evaluation: Based on information above, only Sears and Quality Carpet do all the proper steps and use green cleaning products. Since Quality Carpetalso has the lowest price, it gets my BEST BUY recommendation on all counts.
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on Erickson, owner and operator of
Exclusive Motors,began his careeri n 1 9 8 0 a s a se r v i c e t e c h a t l o c a l
Mercedes dealers. He saw enough
unnecessary inflation of pricing, lack of
dedication to the job, and the need for
additional customer service. Hence, in
1988 he opened his own independent ser-
vice facility—Exclusive Motors.
Ron cares truly about his customers and
his 20-year outstanding reputation is a
testimony to his commitment to service.
“When you trust me with your vehicle,
I treat it like my own,” says Ron. He per-
sonally inspects every vehicle that comes
in, whether for one of his value-pricedmaintenance service packages or for a
repair. Additionally, he backs up his ser-
v ice wi th an unheard of two-year or
24,000-mile warranty!
“I wouldn’t consider
purchasing or having
my vehicle serviced
at any other place!”
Testimonial:"When I take my vehicle in forservice. I know I am gettingexactly what I ordered and nota sales pitch or 'scare' pitch
intended to sell me what I don'tneed. Ron, my hats off to youand your team there!"Kent Watanabe - Irvine
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SERVICE!Feel Empowered and Part of the Exclusive
Family When You Go See Ron Erickson!
Mercedes-Benz and Lexus owners:You have a cost-effective alternative right down the roadat Exclusive Motors near Lakeview and La Palma at 1961 E. Miraloma Ave., Suite A.
Compare These Prices to Those at the DealerCall Shelli at 714-524-7071 to Book Your Appointment!Mercedes-Benz A Service—Factory-approved oil and filter change (syntheticoil/fleece filter). Inspect all fluids, brakes, and rotate tires. Safety inspect vehicle andreset FSS counter........................................................................ Only $120.00
Mercedes-Benz B Service—Factory-approved oil and filter change (syntheticoil/fleece filter). Inspect all fluids, brakes, and rotate tires. Inspect cooling and brakefluid system and air filter. Replace interior dust filter. Safety inspect vehicle and resetservice indicator..........................................................................Only $195.00
Lexus 5,000 Mile Service—Safety inspect vehicle and reset FSS Counter.................................................................................................... Only $68.00
Lexus 15,000 Mile Service—Factory-approved oil and filter change. Completesafety inspection. Inspect all fluids, brakes, and rotate tires. Inspect air filter. Drainand refill transmission fluid. Service differential. Reset service indicator.................................................................................................. Only $275.00
Lexus 30,000 Mile Service—Factory-approved oil and filter change. Completesafety inspection. Inspect all fluids, brakes, and rotate tires. Replace air filter. Drainand refill transmission and differential fluid. Inspect coolant systems for leaks andreplace coolant. Service brake fluid. Reset service indicator..............Only $475.00
First-timers—use your $100 OFF on any above package!
Exclusive Motors • 1961 E. Miraloma Ave., Suite A • Placentia, CA 92870 • 714-524-7071
S P E C I A LFor First-Time Customers!
Mention this ad and receive a$100 gift certificate good for
labor on your vehicle.
Limit one per customer.
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