Page 8 June 18, 2015 TORRANCE TRIBUNE Floor Your House Guests with Creative Design Twists (BPT) - Hardwood flooring brings enduring beauty, charm and value to a home. Not content to keep a good thing underfoot, inspired homeowners are now finding new and creative locations to use it for a dramatic effect. Using hardwood flooring on walls and ceilings is becoming an increasingly prominent trend. The rationale goes beyond aesthetic. While the wide variety of colors and finishes do provide myriad design options, hardwood flooring is also very durable and easy to maintain. Here are just a few of the many considerations for creatively using hardwood flooring: Deck the walls Just like floors, there are a multitude of colors, patterns and finishes that can be installed on walls. After choosing the hardwood to match your decor, design a layout for how high you want it to go and how you want the planks positioned. Choose a horizontal layout for a traditional look, or go with a vertical or diagonal layout for a more BRE# 00625505 distinctive statement. It’s important to decide this in advance to avoid wasting materials. If you want your ceiling to take center stage, it’s best to keep the floor neutral and muted. For cohesion, use the same tone on both the ceiling and floor. In an all-white room, try a wooden ceiling with a matte finish for a complementary look. Hardwood flooring accents can help you OPEN SUNDAY 2-5pm Ceilings to look up to Make more of less TerriAnn from page 7 take in a very extended part of the South Bay. We have over 350 thousand people that visit our website annually (www.help4srs.org). We find we get calls from all over the country because they ask us if we have but it is something we would like to do as we grow – or work with other community partners. We will have someone from Massachusetts let’s say, and he will say his elderly father lives in Torrance and he doesn’t sound great - we explore finding a care manager. We help them long distance.” Britt says people find them via the website and from walk-ins. “We are strategically located by the Bartlett Senior Center and the Volunteer Center,” added Britt. In addition to the grants H.E.L.P. receives, they have a fundraiser once a year to help support their services and outreach. This year they are awarding three prestigious awards. Michael D. Rouse, Vice President – Diversity, Philanthropy and Community Affairs of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. will be receiving the Vanguard Award, which is given to an organization that has shown a commitment to not only employ those in our community, but has made a positive impact on the community. Bill and Phyllis Glantz will be receiving the Inspiration Award, which is given to an individual or couple that have positively impacted the community through volunteerism, donations, and other support. And The Honorable George Nakano will receive the Legacy Award, which is given to an individual who has been instrumental in the growth of H.E.L.P. What an impressive list of honorees. H.E.L.P.’s Summer Gala 2015, “The Golden Age of Hollywood” will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at the Palos Verdes Gold Club at 6 p.m. Call 310.533.1966 or BHuff@HELP- 4srs.org for tickets and further information. I will definitely see you at this one! • Roger Hart 310-781-2000 2420 W. Carson St. #120 Torrance, CA 90501 CORNER LOT IN COVETED VISTA DEL ORO 1187 W. 14th Street San Pedro Built in 2000 this original owner home is a MUST SEE! Boasting 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,600 SF of living space, with a great open and modern floor plan. Many designer touches include: vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters and a cozy fireplace in the living room. This location was previously 2 lots, totaling 5,500 SF. The combined lots offer potential RV parking off of a side apron - great for weekend warriors - perfect for your boat/RV/toys! Reduced to $699,900 Call Jeremy Hart for an appointment to view 310-930-2342 make the most of a smaller space. In the bedroom, place hardwood flooring around and above your bed to create a headboard. This creates a familiar look and ties a room together without taking up extra space. Another idea is to use hardwood flooring to create an accent wall. This makes the room feel larger by focusing attention to one wall. Choose the right flooring It is important to choose the right hardwood flooring for specific applications. Lighter-weight products - usually 5/16-inch to 1/2-inch thick - are easier to install and keep in place over time. Flooring types and textures such as acacia or hand scraped styles add a distinctive character to rooms. The Virginia Mill Works line from Lumber Liquidators features a variety of choices well suited for this. Creative options still abound if you’re a homeowner who literally remains grounded with their flooring. When deciding how to decorate an expansive room, for example, different colors or species of hardwood can be used to section off separate areas - especially in open spaces commonly found in loft style and other contemporary construction. Imagination is ultimately the only limit for homeowners. • OPEN HOUSE IN EL SEGUNDO • Sat 1-4pm 317 E. Mariposa 2 /1, completely remodeled, new roof $829,000 Bill Ruane Re/Max Beach Cities 310-877-2374 OPEN HOUSE IN SAN PEDRO • Sun 2-5pm 1187 W. 14th St. 3/2, 5500 sf. lot, lots of room for boat. RV $699,900 Rroger Hart Forecast Realty 310-781-2000 Harry’s & McCoy’s Moving Family Owned & Operated for 66 Years Time starts at your door Free use of boxes & wardrobes Short notice moves Home-Office-Apartments Local and Long Distance Licensed & Insured – CAL-T-160-989 Jerry Cohen, CEO with his granddaughter Moving handled with patience and kindness! Free Estimates 310.329.3493 Happy Father’s Day
Torrance_061815_FNL_lorez
To see the actual publication please follow the link above