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Alan Robinette

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Window-ology

Alan Robinette: An Interpersonal Opportunity

PLEASANTON — There is a wide range of window treatments available on the market today. Three of the most popular options are blinds, shades and shutters. To learn more, read the following overview of each of these window treatments: Blinds One of the most economical window treatments on the market, blinds come in two different formats: horizontal and vertical. Horizontal blinds are available in wood, faux wood and metal, with slats or louvers that range in thickness from half an inch to two and a half inches. You can also choose between cord-operated or cordless blinds. The most common application for a vertical blind is over a sliding glass door. For a modern upgrade, Read more

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Dan Skiles Jr.

Owner
Master's Touch Upholstery

Dan Skiles Jr.: Mastering the Craft

SANTA ROSA — When it comes to reupholstering a chair or sofa, one aspect that’s sometimes overlooked is the cushion. However, a cushion can have a significant impact on how a piece of furniture looks and functions, so it’s important to look beyond the fabric and regard what lies beneath. Few people realize that a cushion can make or break an upholstery project. Whether it doesn’t fit correctly or wasn’t properly installed, a cushion can make the entire job look bad. Additionally, a poorly installed cushion is often uncomfortable, which can defeat the purpose of having a piece of furniture in the first place. To avoid such issues, discuss your cushion options with an upholstery specialist and, Read more

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Ron Kiesel

President
Fireplace Door Guy

Ron Kiesel: A Door of Opportunity

NOVATO — Even if your home has been remodeled to today’s style and standards, one aspect may still be obsolete: your fireplace. Here are a couple of ways to bring an outmoded fireplace up to date: 1. Aesthetics Whether they were built in the 1980s or the 2000s, most fireplaces are composed of the same elements: a prefabricated firebox with glass, bi-fold doors framed in brass. Unfortunately, regardless of its construction date, a fireplace made of these elements tends to look passé. To update the look of your fireplace, replace those glass-and-brass doors with a custom-made, wrought iron fireplace door. These doors can be made to order and even include specific designs such as emblems or images. Read more

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Shem Isaac

Home Living Window Fashions

Shem Isaac: Drawn Into Shades

BENICIA — Choosing new window coverings for your home isn’t something to be taken lightly. Window coverings are a substantial investment, so it’s important to make an informed, conscientious choice that will leave you satisfied for the long term. Here are two pieces of advice for choosing a window covering product: Don’t get too attached to a window covering style before meeting with your designer. Sometimes you’ll have your heart set on a particular type of shade or blind, but due to the configuration of your windows, the angles of your walls or some other factor, it ends up not being a good fit for your home. For this reason, instead of focusing on a particular style of window covering, Read more

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Shem Isaac
Home Living Window Fashions

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