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TMHOME 6 THE HERALD SEPTEMBER 19, 2008HOMEKitchen/From page 5rganize treats, food and medicinesn decorative canisters or baskets nearour pet’s feeding area. Use water andood dishes that match your decor andon’t forget to place a mat underneatho catch drips from sloppy eaters androtect your floors from stains andear.Ready for a bigger challenge?Changing the paint color in anyroom can make a world of difference.Properly preparing your kitchen wallsurfaces for new paint is particularlyimportant to ensure a good paint job.Because grease, food splatters andother food particles can get stuck onthe wall surfaces, even in the cleanestof kitchens, it is important to take thetime to wipe down all of the wall andceiling surfaces prior to painting.Does your kitchen double as ahomework area? This is common inmost families. Allow the eat-in areaof your kitchen to be twice as functionalby painting one of the wallsnearby with chalkboard paint. Yourkids will love working out their mathproblems or practicing their spellinglists using this simple learning tooland you might even be able to cookdinner and help with homework atthe same time.One of the most important thingsto keep in mind when planning anyroom within your home is function.“Homeowners want to make theirhomes look fabulous, but don’t needto sacrifice style for practicality, especiallyin the kitchen,” says Spewock.Making small changes with organizationtricks, smart accessories,lighting and even color can help yourealize the potential of your room.To learn more about The ArtInstitutes, visit www.artinstitutes.edu/nz.— ARAcontentTHE HERALD Home Service DirectoryA guide to home improvement services in the Huntersville area.FlooringLaminate & HardwoodLighting / Ceiling FansRoofing RepairPaintingGeneral Home RepairsLicensed &InsuredElma’s House Cleaning ServiceProfessional ServiceLet Us Help You With Your HouseCleaning NeedsLake Norman Area704-497-3520Irisbelkis@aol.comReferences AvailableWhen you want aA professional diagnosisSAP and THEN a FIRMASAPrepair PRICE.HEATING & COOLING, LLC“Your Comfort Professionals Since 1981”Charlotte (704)547-0888 Huntersville (704)875-9088Melvin Hall Service/Sales Free Estimates on ChangeoutFree 2nd Opinionss r rLicensed / Bonded / InsuredComplete organic lawn care and maintenanceConversions from synthetically treated lawns toall organicDIY programs: We will deliver the productsyou need when you need them with completeapplication instructionsChild, Pet and Environmentally SafeLawn, Shrub, Pest and Soil ProgramsDon’t just treat your grass, enrich your soil toproduce a healthy luscious lawn naturally.Maria Friscia, V.P.Cell: 704.661.0999Fax: 704.439.2800Freedom Lumber Co.& Hardwood FlooringCedar • Fir • Bark SidingLog Homes & Hardwood FloringSales & InstallationCommercial & ResidentialLicensed & Insuredwww.freedomlumberco.comEmail: FreedomLumber@aol.comTHE HERALDAdvertise YourBusiness HereCall 704-766-2100 ext. 21for details.www.huntersvilleherald.com