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Different rooms h have “different carpet needs

THERE’S MORE to carpets than esthetic appeal.

Underneath that beautiful, soft and cosy exterior sits a tough, re- silient fibre that’s ready to take on feet, families, toys and dogs and keep right on looking beautiful thanks to technology.

The following explains some of the features of new carpets:

Anti-static: Have you ever waJk- ed across your carpet on a wintry day and received a nasty shock when you reached for the doorknob? Well, thanks to the new anti-static fibres, shocks are a thing of the past.

Many new carpets are manufac- tured from a selection of these ad- vanced generation fibres which ac- tually dissipate the electric charge, so you can enjoy luxurious locks without shocks.

Anti-stain: Thanks to the new technology of stain resistant fibre ‘treatments, many common house- hold stains such as punch-type drinks, red wine, grape juice, soy sauce, etc. can now be removed from carpet. You must remember, though, that stain resistant carpets aren’t stain-proof or maintainence free.

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these carpets require the same degree of care as any other carpet und be sure to read cleaning in- structions carefully.

Anti-soil: Thanks again to new premium yarns, from the family of advanced generation fibres, engineered to allow the easy removal of soil by vacuuming, your carpet can stay looking cleaner longer. For further protec- tion, treatrnent with some of the world’s most trusted soil and stain repelients like Scotchgard or Teflon, is also available.

Anti-bacterial: If you entertain a lot, or you have pets, or if your famity members just like to run around the house with their shoes on, bacteria-causing odors could prove annoying. But with special treatments such as Sanitized and Ultra Fresh, along with the techno- logy of advanced generation fibres, your new carpet can stay fresh and hygienic for years to come.

So, when you’re shopping for a brand new carpet, be sure to ask for one that features anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-mildew pro- perties. While these new features may cost a fraction more, today’s carpets represent more value and quality than seen in the past.

Luxurious new styles: since the

Garden seminars neld

APRIL IS the month to think about preparing the garden for summer blossoms.

This year, the West Vancouver Seniors Activity Centre offers four courses for the neophyte gardener.

On Friday, April 28, at 1:30 p.m., Diane Hanson will discuss soil preparation and fertilizing.

On Friday, May 5, Dennis Yeomans will discuss the purches- ing, planting, and pruning of Toses.

The following Friday, Dagmar Hungerford will talk about hang- ing baskets, followed on May 19 by a discussion on container gardening, Jed by Aun Buffam.

Barbecue tips

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turkey). Cooking grids should be steel, coated with porcelain to resist rust and ensure easy clean-

up.

Make sure the barbecue you choose is rust-resistant and has a durable finish that will keep it looking new years after you bought it.

Naturally, the more options you have, the more expensive the barbecue. Before you make your final selection, consider the amount of foed you barbecue and the frequency of use.

One last tip. Once you've selected the barbecue that best suits your needs and price range, determine if it comes assembled and/or if the seller will deliver it to your home.

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texture of the carpet chosen. is determined by its visual appeal as well as its performance, you'll want to know exactly what is available. The following are a few textures available:

® Multi-Level Loop Pile ~ a sculptured surface resuiting from the varying heights of the loops.

* Tip Sheared Pile — Yarns of even height with some loops sheared to give a more luxurious look.

© Velvet or Plush — as the name implies, a very smooth cut pile.

© Saxony Pile — similar to plush, this pile features a twisted yarn for pencil point definition of each tuft.

* Cut and Loop — combines the effects of a saxony with the tracery loop that results in an interesting sculptured effect.

© Frieze — (pronounced free-zay) cut pile is mede of a tightly twisted heat-set yarn for a tight curl iook. Carpet of this texture is extremely durable.

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