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HOME AND GARDEN Let the colours inspire you Color is one of the most powerful decorating tools at our disposal. It can transform any space in everyway; creating the feel and mood that sets the tone for your home. Done effectively, it can link various areas together, creating a flow or a harmonious feeling. This is why people "Stress" and why it is so important to get it right. Q How should I begin? What paint colors should I choose? How do I create a flow? A. There is no short answer; but below are "Simple Tips" to help get you started. · Avoid painting first and trying to match furnishings later. · Whether you are starting fresh and or just freshening up your space, draw colours from items that inspire you - fabrics, artwork, area carpets, wall paper..... In order to coordinate your color scheme. · If possible, when choosing colors, have samples on hand, or least pictures to help guide you. · Never choose from small chips without testing the color first. · If large chips are available I strongly advise purchasing the samples. If not, actual paint samples (testers) are available. · It is well worth the small investment! · Remember the lighting at the paint store will be entirely different from the lighting in CABINET REFACING TRANSFORM YOUR EXISTING KITCHEN TO YOUR DREAM KITCHEN! Before 25 · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, April 10, 2009 up r e ove lacem rep VE SAto 4l0t ful n % your home · Test areas and view samples in various lights. See if you like the colors at different times of the day and night and how they gel with each other. · If unsure, when coordinating/ matching colors, especially in open concept homes, ask a professional to complete the comparison. With these considerations in mind have fun and let the colors inspire you! Happy rolling! Shona's Color Pics of the month: Benjamin Moore: Butter Cream CC 260 & Gray Wisp CC 670 Trim­ Cloud White CC - 40 Restful pallet and easy to live with. For more information contact Shona Fitzgerlad at Fitz by Design Inc., at 905-4098489, 905-334-3583 or visit www.fitzbydesign.ca After Save up to $ renovation tax credit! 1350 with the new home Visit our showroom or call for your FREE IN-HOME Consultation. 529 Speers Road Oakville 1-888-350-8752 1-888-232-1363 www.granitetransformations.com www.granitetransformations.ca Renovate · Decorate · Celebrate GALLERY WINDOW FASHIONS CREATE A HOME THAT ILLUMINATES YOUR STYLE. Call today to see the exclusive AlustraTM Collection. For windows that elevate your home to a level of understated luxury, classic beauty and distinctive design. Only from Hunter Douglas. * Time is Precious, Mistakes are Costly and Decorating is complicated. Inquire about your Personal Design Consultation © 2009 Hunter Douglas Inc. TM Trademark of Hunter Douglas Inc. At Fitz by Design we are committed to creating breathtaking, functional spaces that are unique as the individuals living in them. SHOWROOM AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT Bruce Lee · 905.827.1876 brucelee@gallerywindowfashions.com gallerywindowfashions.com *Formerly Windows by Bruce