34 ~ North Shore News -— Sunday, February 20, 2000 HOME AND GARDEN From wish list to plan costs A disinfectant a day keeps the doc away From page 15 her to join us.” She did. The process is much the same. Netrval works with the client to make a “wish list.” taking into account their needs, their wants and their future plans. For example, if they don’t want to spend a lot oftume gardening, they'll need low maintenance plants; if they have a family, they may want green space for the children to play in; perhaps the clients Back Lane BACK GARDEN would like to grow their own vegetables ... the possibilities are endless. Netrval then draws a sketch of the site conditions as they are, including the movement of the sun, views, access to the property and more. From there she develops plans and includes sketches and photographs to help the client see what she does. It comes with explanations and probable costs. Finally, if the client wishes to proceed with — Kallweit Graham, the report includes a fee proposal, The cost for a Garden Report is $695. For more information, = check our Kaliweit Graham’s booth at the BC Home and Garden Show at BC Place Feb. 23 to 27. Or call them at at 921-8044. There’s more Home Show on page 35! hk page from a ‘Garden Report: it includes sketches and photographs of Netrval’s plans i based on the clients wish list. - Questions? ~ Cabie, ADSL or wireless internet what is right for mie? - | already have high speed access how do i secure if? Answers. - Gonnectivity 2060. ‘Technical presentations on high speed access. Wednesday Feb. 23 7pm - 9pm Capilano College Birch Theatre Sponsors: ‘Intel (represented by Pinc Systems) - Capilano College” IEEE Vancouver Vancouver Linux Users Group SmartNorthShore : *Forum is free. Meter parking is °2.00 intel north shore. More information on nsnews.com IT’S still cold and flu season. And the easiest way to catch a cold is from the germs left behind by others on items such as a doorknob or 2 telephone. Here are a few hints to help keep your home “healthy clean.” Kitchens and bathrooms seem to be the worst cul- prits. Always disinfect your countertops with a cleaner that contains ammonia or an antibacterial agent. Wiping surfaces with cleaners that don’t disinfect will only spread bacteria from surface to surface. Also, be aware that raw meats may carry bacteria that can cause food poisoning. Never reuse a cutting surface that was previously used for slicing raw meat or poultry. Bacteria from the meat will be transferred from one item to another. When purchasing cutting boards. seamless work sur- faces are best. Fewer seams means fewer areas to harbour germs, To prevent kitchen odours from sink drains and garbage disposals, pour down a bleach cleaner regu- NEWS photo Mike Waxefield KEEP your home healthy by cleaning sinks, counter | : tops and door knobs regularty. = larly. For bathroooms, use a mildew remover on all tiles and grout around bathroom sinks. Germs grow fast in warm and damp bathrooms. Prevent germ buildup with regular shower and bath cleanings. Following these simple tips will keep your home healthy clean and may pro- tect your family from harm- Did you know, more than half of the children treated at B.C's Children’s Hospital have genetically-linked health problems? 45%, ‘Iseamonth f Reinvestablo after 60 © : days without penalty*. | * Hhreinvested in an equal ot longer tam GC. ful germs. — Barb Lunter i is a West Vancouver resident. Her ral Avant — Gardener, . 1460 Marine Drive, ~ West Vancouver. Send. questions or. . ideas to Barb c/o the North. Shore. News, 1139. Lonsdale. Ave. North Vancouver, B.C, . V7M 2H4. You can also check out her Web site at