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Are you interested in going modern or adding modern touches to your home? Then don't miss our, "Make Me Modern" article featuring Five of Our Favorite Contemporary Atlanta Spaces. Also save the date for the "Design Is Human" Atlanta 2015 MA Architecture Tour on June 6 & 7 - see page 31 for details. PLUS, Update Your Home Quickly and Affordably with Hardware and Fixtures; Critter Invasion - Getting Rid of Pests from Mosquitoes to Raccoons; Atlanta Experts Share Some Easy Ways to Inject a Little Modernity Into Our Homes; Neolith: The Revolutionary Sintered Compact Surface by Stone Center Atlanta; Traditional Home, Modern Elements: Quick Tips to Bring Modern Design Into Your Home by Builder Specialties, Inc; Your Carpet Shopping Guide: Choose the Perfect Carpet for Your Lifestyle by Enhance Floors & More
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31 Modern Week in Atlanta Come out to the DESIGN IS HUMAN
Atlanta 2015 MA Architecture Tour
43 A Refreshing Change Updating your home quickly and affordably with hardware and �xtures
48 Critter Invasion! New ways to deal with an age-old problem
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Make Me Modern Five of our favorite contemporary Atlanta spaces
ON THE COVER: This beautifully modern master suite is the result of a collaboration between the architectural �rm of Ross Design, Inc with interior design by Balance Design. The carpet and the bed were speci�cally selected to subtly re�ect the curves in the sculptural tile accent wall of the bath, creating an overall uni�ed design. See more of this breathtaking project by turning to page 21. Photo courtesy of Ross Design, Inc, photography by Moxitude, LLC.
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in every issue 10 Editor’s Letter
12 Editor’s Picks Affordable Modern Home Décor Shopping
15 Home Front Quick Tips, Expert Advice, Fun Events and More!
18 New! Our Expert Panel Q&A Easy Ways to Inject Modern Design into Your Home
35 What Atlanta Home Improvement Insiders Want You to Know!
52 Garden Inspiration Urban Agriculture Council Brings You a Stunning Backyard Makeover
54 New! The Payoff: Home Improvement ROI Minimize to Maximize: Prepping Your Home for Sale
57 Resource Finder Find Help with Your Home Improvement Projects
62 New! DIY Blogger Beat Upcycled Ombre Dresser
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Find Your Center editor’sletter
When I say the words “community center,” what comes �rst to mind?Maybe I’m a moron, but I
assumed it was just town hall
meetings and senior citizen
stuff. Maybe some rentable
event space?
Then last week, a friend of mine signed us up for a free
meditation class at the Smyrna Community Center. Which
was incredible, by the way. I highly recommend it.
This was my �rst time ever setting foot in this building,
and as we walked down hallways looking for our speci�c
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surprise.
Doorway after doorway revealed all kinds of cool stuff.
Game rooms full of laughing kids playing pool and ping-
pong. Yoga classes. Immaculate gyms with indoor tracks
circling nicely appointed basketball/volleyball courts.
Ballet and dance classes! (What kind of neglectful, ignorant
mother am I to have never known to bring my kid here?)
When I sheepishly asked how much it would cost to join
the gym, I was told $15 per month! In other words, about
one-third of what some other area gyms cost. Why am I
telling you all of this? Because I want you be aware of these
wonderful, affordable options. Take a peek around your
neighborhood. Look online. See if you have a community
center in your area. They are a fantastic place to work out,
learn something new and, best of all, you can do it all side
by side with your neighbors!
Okay. Community Center PSA over. Now I want to draw
your attention to some fantastic articles in this issue. The
modern home feature on page 20 will inspire you with its
big, beautiful photos of modern Atlanta homes. Then turn
to page 48 to �nd out the latest innovations in pest control.
Finally, check out our new series called “A Refreshing
Change,” page 43, which will show you simple, affordable
ways to refresh your home. This month we’re focusing on
hardware and �xtures.
Have a fabulous, “centered” month!
Jayne Hallock Editor & Social Media Director
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provide superior corrosion resistanceADDITIONALLY, TO HAVE YOUR SYSTEM LAST FOR YEARS TO COME, IT IS IMPORTANT TO:
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and buildup of trash• Have the ability to remove a single panel to access areas
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available these days on household appliances. (AKA all the fun stuff!) And �nally, make sure you check out what’s new, hot, and green for driveway and
walkways!
How can you inject a little modern into your décor? p. 20
Where’s the most affordable place to shop modern? p. 12
Which neutral paint color can appear pink? p. 18
What does a “raised bond beam” add to a swimming pool? p. 52
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1. Unique InteriorsDoggone stylish! The
Jimmy Carter exit off of
I-85N is full of fantastic
contemporary décor
and the � nds inside
Unique Interiors are no
exception. This elegant
shop is bursting with
contemporary lighting to
furniture to exceptional
artwork. We fell in love
with this $499 3-foot tall
metallic dog sculpture!
Visit them in person
at 6358 Dawson Blvd.,
Norcross, GA or online at
UniqueInteriorsGA.com.
2. Habitat FurnitureWow! Some incredibly
affordable décor can be
found at the new Habitat
Furniture store! Tucked
between Buckhead and
Midtow n, this enormous
showroom has two
� oors of sleek furniture,
modern accessories and
even striking artwork,
like this piece by Freya
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1919 Piedmont Road
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3. By Design OutletAny “modern lover” in
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with the By Design store.
But did you know about
its more affordable cousin,
the By Design Outlet? It’s
a huge warehouse full of
� oor models and other
discounted gorgeous
modern furniture.
We found this green
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Come by their store at
6353 Warren Drive NW,
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4. Modani Located in the heart
of Buckhead is 12,000
square feet of affordable
glamour. Modani Atlanta
sells everything from
“Zen” to “Baroque” to
“minimalist” furniture
and décor, like this
wonderful greyhound
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Stop by their showroom
at 3221 Peachtree Road or
visit Modani.com.
5. IKEAFor Atlantans, the word
“IKEA” is synonymous
with affordable
contemporary décor.
Though they offer more
traditional styles as well,
we especially love the
clean lines and strong
graphical elements they
offer, like this rug ($199).
Come stroll through their
huge building in Atlantic
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Now in its 9th successful year, Design Is Human Week runs from May 30 through June 7 in Atlanta, and is the Southeast’s way of promoting
bold contemporary and international design. Design Is Human Week presents
newsworthy trends in cutting-edge architecture and design, modernity,
sustainability, social responsibility and contemporary culture at an elevated
level happening all around Atlanta. The event offers its participants,
exhibitors and thousands of visitors converging upon Atlanta a full week of
targeted programming, including product launches, talks, �lms, exhibitions,
showroom cosponsored events, installations and more. For more information
about this week and the MA Architecture Tour, visit MA-DesignIsHuman.com.
Who’s the “Best Of” in Atlanta Home Pros?Starting June 1, we need you to vote! Support your favorite plumber,
handyman, neighborhood, art festival, dog sitter and many more Atlanta
businesses by voting in Atlanta Home
Improvement Magazine’s “Best Of”
2015 Contest. Head over to
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Winning DesignWhen you’re this good, you
deserve to win a few awards.
And on April 30, ADAC (Atlanta
Decorative Arts Center)
announced their winners for
Southeast Designers and Architects
of the Year. Representing seven
states within ADAC’s 10-state
region, these �nalists exemplify
the highest level of talent in the
categories of residential design,
contract design and architecture.
The three winners are Beth
Webb of Beth Webb Interiors,
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Southeast Contract Designer of
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Atlanta Companies Take National Stage Be proud, Atlanta! Several contractors from our fair city have
won a national “Contractor of the Year” award from NARI, the
National Association for the Remodeling Industry. Decks and
More received the honor in the category of Residential Addition
Under $100,000 for a Marietta sunroom and deck addition.
(Shown at right.) Summers & Sons Development Co. won the
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SCULPTURAL LIGHT FIXTURE “Bathroom lighting is always tricky,” says Robert Ross of Ross Design Inc. “In this instance we opted for a sculptural light fi xture to hang in the high-ceiling portion of the space that helps defi ne the vanity area. The complementary sconces over the sinks and the recessed cans put the lighting where it needs to be.”
PROJECTED MIRRORThe vanity mirror is projected 4 inches from the back wall, bringing the mirror closer to the face (this is important with a 24-inch deep vanity). The required electrical outlets are out of sight on the underside.
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make me
Five of our favorite contemporary Atlanta spaces
By Kathy Kantorski
Bit by bit, year by year, Atlanta is slowly modernizing its look. An infl ux of international companies, along with a younger clientele, has brought with it a new wave of modern homeowners. Flip through the next few pages and see just what modern means in our hometown.
WARM WOOD TOUCHES The walnut seat and morning bar bring a touch of warmth and richness to an otherwise cool palette. The morning bar also provides for an easy way to get up and going in the morning, or perhaps end the day with a quiet glass of wine as you soak in the tub.
CURVE APPEAL The interior designers at Balance Design chose the furniture and fabric for this modern master bedroom. The carpet and the bed were specifi cally selected to subtly refl ect the curves of the bath’s sculptural tile accent wall, thus creating an overall unifi ed design.
Photos courtesy of Ross Design Inc.,
photography by Moxitude LLC
SCULPTURAL TILE As a collector of contemporary art, the homeowner immediately saw the power of the sculptural tile (from Specialty Tile) being used as a major decorative accent in the space. The wave pattern of the wall is subtly echoed in the herringbone pattern of the fl oor.
EXTENDED TUB SLAB The slab of the tub was turned up on the wall to accommodate the wall-mounted faucets. It solved the problem of trying to fi t the fi xtures fl ush with the heavily textured wall tile.
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Clean-Lined Interiors: Bathroom & KitchenXMETRICAL LLC (architect); AModern by JR McDowell (general contractor); Paradise Landscaping (landscape architect)
BATHROOM | The owner’s bathroom provides a large shower, a stand-alone tub and wall mounted vanities. Stained solid panel wood doors with custom hardware also accent the home’s interior.
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KITCHEN | The kitchen has quartz countertops, fl at panel cabinet doors and white backsplash tile. The dining room opens to a large private outdoor space. A cube was also carved out of the side of the home to create the second outdoor space, which is adjacent to the kitchen and living room and accessed through the hall. (Editor’s note: Come tour this home live on the MA Architectural Tour. See page 31 for details.) Photos courtesy of MA Architecture Tour,
photography by XMETRICAL
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LIGHTING AS SCULPTUREThe living room and dining room pendants and tall fl oor fi xtures were purchased through Illuminations Contract Lighting, Illumco.com.
Open Living | Studio A2 LLC
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A TOUCH OF WALNUT Textured walnut wall is custom designed. Live-edge walnut coffee table from Hudson Furniture, NYC.
SHINY ELEMENTS Wall covering on ceiling panels through Jim Thompson showroom at ADAC. (to the trade only.) Metallic-patterned fabric on chairs through Jerry Pair showroom at ADAC. (to the trade only). Cool accessories are through Switch Modern. Stainless steel fi replace mantle custom designed.
Photo courtesy of Studio A2 LLC, photography by Brian Gassel Photo
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INSIDE AND OUTThe open-plan living, dining and kitchen areas wrap around the exterior courtyard, pool and pool house to form a single large and continuous space for entertaining. While moving through the house, the scale seamlessly transitions from grand to intimate.
TONGUE & GROOVE The home features a variety of unique elements such as a custom fabricated solid surface integral sink, minimal HVAC diffusers milled from interior wood siding and a cantilevered marble island.(Editor’s note: Come tour this home live on the MA Architectural Tour. See page 31 for details.)
Made for EntertainingDKM Interiors (interior design); Plexus R + D (interior design/architecture); Cablik Enterprises (general contractor); CORE Landscape Group (landscape architect)
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Plexus R + D | Plexus-Architecture.comRoss Design Inc. | Rossdesignatlanta.comAModern by JR McDowell | AModern.comStudio A2 LLC | Studioa2-Design.comWelborn Henson | Welbornhenson.comXMETRICAL LLC | Xmetrical.tv
GALLERY WALL A unique approach to a typical gallery wall is shown here, using the same image in varying colors. These large portraits provide an impactful focal point in the room. These kinds of works can be purchased from a gallery, custom painted just for you or, as this homeowner did or, you can paint them all yourself!
SURFACE AREA “It’s always important to have multiple surfaces in a space,” say interior designers Lathem Jenkins Gordon and Cate Dunning. For this loft, Gordon and Dunning created a living space that could serve multiple functions. Now the homeowner can work or eat at the convenient “C” table (example from West Elm shown on left) or spread out work on the larger coffee table (detail photo, left). Multiple end tables of varying heights offer storage and surfaces for beverages, piles of work or collected objects from the homeowner’s many travels.
LAYERS OF COLOR AND TEXTURE “We fi nd the spaces that are most interesting are those that host layers of color and texture,” Gordon and Dunning say. Smaller woven rugs are overlapped in this loft to add dimension, color and coziness to the hardwood fl ooring. In the furnishings and accessories, the designers mixed everything from mohair to velvet and slick polished surfaces to rustic wood elements.
QUIRKY ACCENTS These two designers seek to add at least some elements of what they call “quirk.” For this loft, those elements include the shark mouth sculpture and oversized Jimi Hendrix portraits, among other pieces. Gordon and Dunning say, “We believe that having fun with your space is essential.”
Photos courtesy ofGordonDunning Interior Design
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Join us on the “Design is Human” Architecture Tour,
Saturday and Sunday, June 6 & 7. Established in 2007, MA Architecture Tour has inspired, entertained and educated thousands of admiring fans in love with contemporary architecture and thoughtful design. The highly publicized tour is also a shining example of the United States’ new language of bold urbanism, proudly projecting its creative potential to the rest of the world.
Tickets are $35 ($25 for students with ID) and include entry to the MA International Design Expo and Tour Launch Event at ADAC on June 5, 2015 and all Satellite Architecture Tours (Athens, Asheville, Raleigh-Durham).
“Design is Human” Architecture Tour
Photos courtesy of (top to bottom)Modern Atlanta Tour/Plexus R + D, Modern Atlanta Tour/Dencity; Modern Atlanta Tour/Bork Design Inc./Pulaski Street
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Put one of the most advanced and effi cient heating and cooling systems to work in your home. You’ll stay cool all summer and toasty all winter while saving on your monthly energy costs. Customers who convert from a natural gas furnace to an 18 SEER or higher traditional or 16 SEER or higher VRF heat pump can qualify for a $550* rebate; customers who convert from a natural gas furnace to a 15 SEER or higher heat pump can qualify for up to a $400* rebate. For details call 1-800-524-2421, Ext. 850, or visit georgiapower.com/heatpump.
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Quick Tips to Bring Modern Design Into Your Home
Whether you are simply tired of the more traditional elements in your home, or you are remodeling and overhauling your dated, less ef� cient home, consider these tips to modernize your oasis.
Streamlined/Linear Fireplaces
The � replace often serves as the focal point and gathering place for family and friends. Consider transitions from a traditional square brick � replace to one that is gas burning, � at and sleek. Contemporary � replaces not only act as a modern design element in itself, but complement other home features as well.
Garage Doors
For homes with prominent garages, Clopay’s Avante™ glass garage doors are a perfect modern design element added not only to the exterior of your home, but can make for an easy transition from indoor to outdoor living space. Their streamlined panels add a very contemporary look to the home.
Appliances/Lighting
When modernizing your home, look beyond just modern decor upgrades. These days, modern homes are also featuring more technology and home automation. These simple yet luxurious features can lend a modern, even “space age” feel to a home. Modern appliances are low-maintenance, easy to clean, more ef� cient and sturdy with high performance.
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Georgia BSI Designer Showrooms are located in Buckhead, Marietta and Colonial Lighting in Sugar Hill, while the Florida showrooms include Destin and Panama City.
As one of the largest distributors in the Southeast, BSI offers competitive pricing and excellent availability with a large inventory maintained in our 150,000+ square foot distribution center.
BSI’s professional organization involvement includes the National Home Builders Association, National Kitchen and Bath Association and National Association of the Remodeling Industry as well as community organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Eagle Ranch and Share Our Strength.
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Quick Tips to Bring Modern Design Into Your Home
Whether you are simply tired of the more traditional elements in your home, or you are remodeling and overhauling your dated, less ef� cient home, consider these tips to modernize your oasis.
Streamlined/Linear Fireplaces
The � replace often serves as the focal point and gathering place for family and friends. Consider transitions from a traditional square brick � replace to one that is gas burning, � at and sleek. Contemporary � replaces not only act as a modern design element in itself, but complement other home features as well.
Garage Doors
For homes with prominent garages, Clopay’s Avante™ glass garage doors are a perfect modern design element added not only to the exterior of your home, but can make for an easy transition from indoor to outdoor living space. Their streamlined panels add a very contemporary look to the home.
Appliances/Lighting
When modernizing your home, look beyond just modern decor upgrades. These days, modern homes are also featuring more technology and home automation. These simple yet luxurious features can lend a modern, even “space age” feel to a home. Modern appliances are low-maintenance, easy to clean, more ef� cient and sturdy with high performance.
BETTER SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR HOME
Builder Specialties (BSI) provides Better Home Solutions in appliances, fireplaces, garage doors, lighting and outdoor products to trade professionals and homeowners. Factory-trained sales professionals provide personal consultative services for lifestyle product decisions.
Georgia BSI Designer Showrooms are located in Buckhead, Marietta and Colonial Lighting in Sugar Hill, while the Florida showrooms include Destin and Panama City.
As one of the largest distributors in the Southeast, BSI offers competitive pricing and excellent availability with a large inventory maintained in our 150,000+ square foot distribution center.
BSI’s professional organization involvement includes the National Home Builders Association, National Kitchen and Bath Association and National Association of the Remodeling Industry as well as community organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Eagle Ranch and Share Our Strength.
Core values of BSI include integrity, responsiveness, excellence, teamwork, transparency and mastery distinguish us from our competition.
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Cladding: IRON COPPER
Cladding: IRON COPPER
Neolith Sintered Compact Surface Available in Fourteen Full-Body Colors and Thirty Digital Designs.
Every so often a new material comes along that lights up the industry and brings new and exciting possibilities to kitchen design and designers. NEOLITH, which is available in Atlanta at STONE CENTER ATLANTA, is one of those products.
Neolith is available in two large formats (3200x1500mm and 3600x1200mm) three minimal thicknesses (1/8”, ¼”, ½”) and four sensational �nishes (Satin, Silk, Polished and Riverwashed) and more than 40 different models to satisfy any kind of design needs.Ideal for indoor and outdoor use as worktops, �ooring, cladding, backsplash and furniture, NEOLITH is a Sintered Compact Surface and belongs to a new and revolutionary product category that has been designed to work with the most challenging architectural and design demands.
Composed from elements that are 100% natural, the use of extreme high pressure and temperature has been used to create a surface that is highly resistant to scratches, abrasions and high temperatures. Its color is also UV protected and will not fade when in contact with direct sunlight. Con�dent that the strength and longevity of the product will outweigh more traditional materials on the market, it is backed up by a 15-year warranty for kitchen countertops.
Neolith: The Revolutionary Sintered Compact SurfaceQ: What is Neolith?
A: A revolutionary sintered compact surface natural product made with clays, feldspar, quartz and other mineral oxides. The high-tech proprietary sintering process consists of exposing each raw material to extreme pressures and temperatures that resemble the same method used to create natural stones.
Q: What makes this product so revolutionary?
• Design: There are more than 40 available inspired designs in the most exquisite marbles and precious stones; metals; woods; textiles; industrial elements and solid colors.
• Durability: Neolith is resistant to scratches, stains, extreme temperatures, freeze, thaw, UV-rays, harsh chemicals and so much more.
• Versatility: Neolith varies in size and can be as thin or thick as 1/8”, 1/4” or 1/2”.
Sustainability: While Neolith is 100 percent natural, 52 percent of its contents come from recycled materials. This grants LEED points when used in construction.
Q:WhatarethebenefitstoinstallingNeolith?Andwhatare its top 5 uses?
A: Neolith can be used as a countertop (indoor or outdoor) or over tile, �oors, walls, wall cladding, �ooring, furniture and exterior facades.
Q: What kind of care/maintenance does Neolith require? A: Once installed, Neolith requires no special care or
maintenance. It can be washed with warm water and detergent, although it is not required. Avoid products containing hydro�uoric acid.
Stone Center is a stone distributor featuring an exotic selection of stones from around the world. With the largest selection of Soapstone slabs, we are also proud to be the exclusive distributor of top brand surfaces, such as Vetrazzo, Compac Quartz and Neolith.
Visit our website at StoneCenterAtlanta.com or ask your builder, designer or fabricator about Stone Center to learn more about our exclusive lines, as well as our collection of Granite, Marble and Quartzite.
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Cladding: IRON COPPER
Cladding: IRON COPPER
Neolith Sintered Compact Surface Available in Fourteen Full-Body Colors and Thirty Digital Designs.
Every so often a new material comes along that lights up the industry and brings new and exciting possibilities to kitchen design and designers. NEOLITH, which is available in Atlanta at STONE CENTER ATLANTA, is one of those products.
Neolith is available in two large formats (3200x1500mm and 3600x1200mm) three minimal thicknesses (1/8”, ¼”, ½”) and four sensational �nishes (Satin, Silk, Polished and Riverwashed) and more than 40 different models to satisfy any kind of design needs.Ideal for indoor and outdoor use as worktops, �ooring, cladding, backsplash and furniture, NEOLITH is a Sintered Compact Surface and belongs to a new and revolutionary product category that has been designed to work with the most challenging architectural and design demands.
Composed from elements that are 100% natural, the use of extreme high pressure and temperature has been used to create a surface that is highly resistant to scratches, abrasions and high temperatures. Its color is also UV protected and will not fade when in contact with direct sunlight. Con�dent that the strength and longevity of the product will outweigh more traditional materials on the market, it is backed up by a 15-year warranty for kitchen countertops.
Neolith: The Revolutionary Sintered Compact SurfaceQ: What is Neolith?
A: A revolutionary sintered compact surface natural product made with clays, feldspar, quartz and other mineral oxides. The high-tech proprietary sintering process consists of exposing each raw material to extreme pressures and temperatures that resemble the same method used to create natural stones.
Q: What makes this product so revolutionary?
• Design: There are more than 40 available inspired designs in the most exquisite marbles and precious stones; metals; woods; textiles; industrial elements and solid colors.
• Durability: Neolith is resistant to scratches, stains, extreme temperatures, freeze, thaw, UV-rays, harsh chemicals and so much more.
• Versatility: Neolith varies in size and can be as thin or thick as 1/8”, 1/4” or 1/2”.
Sustainability: While Neolith is 100 percent natural, 52 percent of its contents come from recycled materials. This grants LEED points when used in construction.
Q:WhatarethebenefitstoinstallingNeolith?Andwhatare its top 5 uses?
A: Neolith can be used as a countertop (indoor or outdoor) or over tile, �oors, walls, wall cladding, �ooring, furniture and exterior facades.
Q: What kind of care/maintenance does Neolith require? A: Once installed, Neolith requires no special care or
maintenance. It can be washed with warm water and detergent, although it is not required. Avoid products containing hydro�uoric acid.
Stone Center is a stone distributor featuring an exotic selection of stones from around the world. With the largest selection of Soapstone slabs, we are also proud to be the exclusive distributor of top brand surfaces, such as Vetrazzo, Compac Quartz and Neolith.
Visit our website at StoneCenterAtlanta.com or ask your builder, designer or fabricator about Stone Center to learn more about our exclusive lines, as well as our collection of Granite, Marble and Quartzite.
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Choose the Perfect Carpet for Your Lifestyle
What is the difference between nylon, polyester and olefi n carpeting? And what is Triexta? Nylon is the most commonly used � ber for carpet, historically regarded as the most durable. Polyester offers exceptional softness and is naturally stain and fade resistant. It also has excellent color clarity, color retention, strength and is abrasion resistant. Ole� n is the most stain resistant � ber and is primarily available in Berber and commercial carpets. Triexta, made by DuPont, offers the wear advantages of nylon and has built-in lifetime stain and soil resistance that does not wash or wear off and is very easy to clean with just water.
Which carpet wears the best - especially with children and pets?Nylon is traditionally cited as the most durable � ber, but new technology � bers have been found to perform just as well as nylon. But more important than the speci� c � ber is the construction of the carpet. Look for cut pile carpets that are tightly twisted and dense. Solution dyed nylon, Triexta and solution dyed polyester can be cleaned very aggressively without damage to the carpet.
What is the difference between saxony, textured, frieze and Berber carpet? Saxony, textured and frieze are categorized as cut pile carpets. Saxony is a formal carpet that shows footprints easily, while textured carpets are tightly twisted to minimize footprints. Friezes are even more tightly twisted. Berber is looped.
What is a “cut and loop” carpet?A “cut and loop” is a carpet with both looped � bers and cut � bers, in a pattern or design.
What is ounce weight? Ounce weight (also called face weight) is a measure of the amount of � ber in a square yard of carpet. The higher the number, the more � ber is used in the construction of the carpet. For example, an entry level carpet is usually 18 to 30 ounces. A mid-grade carpet ranges 30 to 50 ounces, and higher-end carpets are 60 ounces and up.
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ChangeA RefreshingHARDWARE AND FIXTURESEasily, Affordably Update Your Home
By Taylor Arnold
When every home improvement dollar counts, it’s important to choose
projects that will make a big impact for the lowest price. Fixtures like
faucets and doorknobs seem like details that only the most
discerning of homebuyers would notice, but outdated or
cheap �xtures can really affect the overall look of a home.
If your brass chandeliers or bathroom knobs make your space feel like
a throwback to the ‘80s, it may be time to replace them. Fortunately,
for a relatively small investment, there are a number of replacement
options to give your home a much more contemporary look.
Refresh Your Bath Hardware
Changing out your knobs and pulls to brushed nickel or bronze can
offer a lot of bang for your buck. “We are seeing a trend toward
classic materials like bronze, copper and nickel in more
contemporary design,” says Michael Murphy of Lamps Plus. “So
you have a nod to the classic while pushing the design to meet
today’s aesthetic.”
A bathroom isn’t complete without hooks, towel bars and a toilet
paper holder, and coordinating these items can liven up your
old bath décor. “Some people like all their accessories like
towel bars, hooks and tissue holders to match, while others
will mix it up,” Murphy says. “There is not a right or wrong
answer as long as you’re happy.
Fix Those Bathroom Fixtures Showerheads and hand showers add a nice touch to your
bathroom design, and replacing a showerhead is usually a quick
and inexpensive project. “Consider adding a hand shower, Photos courtesy of
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Spiders, Ants and RoachesTraditional pesticides often are
the � rst line of defense against
such bugs as spiders, ants and
roaches. “Chemical and granular
barriers can both help keep pests
out of homes,” Lunsford reveals. “We
also remind homeowners to take
additional steps such as trimming
bushes and trees near their home,
cleaning out gutters and more.”
For those homeowners who would like
to pursue other options, a newer trend
with professional pest companies is
the use of Integrated Pest Management
(IPM) programs.
This long-term, ecological approach
focuses on preventing insects from
entering a residence, as opposed to
simply eliminating them once they
are there. The practice begins with
identifying the pests that are in a
landscape, � nding their source and
using comprehensive information
about their life cycle and interaction
with the environment to bring those
populations to an acceptable level.
Then tactics like caulking cracks in
a home are used to create a barrier
around a residence. When necessary,
Reduced Risk products can be used
as well. Lunsford explains, “Reduced
Risk products are designed to have
low impact on human health, lower
toxicity to non-targeted organisms,
low potential for groundwater
contamination, low use rates, low pest
resistance potential and are compatible
with IPM practices.”
Rats and Mice“Rats and mice are some of the most
troublesome and damaging rodents in
the United States,” Lunsford asserts.
“They eat and contaminate food,
damage structures and property
Bats are one of the most common critter problems Atlanta homeowners face. So we asked David Seeveld of Bats in the Attic to share some of his customers’ frequently asked questions. David
is a humane bat removal expert. And remember, bats who live outside our homes are our friends. They eat pesky mosquitos. They can even help spread seeds for certain kinds of trees!
Why do bats like to live in attics?
Buildings and attics in particular, provide a warm,
dry, safe space to live in and raise baby bat pups. An attic is sort of like a cave - but even better, because it’s protected from predators, and high off the ground, making entry and exit easy.
What problems do bats cause when they live in
a building?
Most people notice the odor � rst. If the colony is
large enough, people also notice the noise they make. They are generally harmless animals and they don’t chew on wires like rodents do. The main problem they cause is that they excrete a lot of waste.
Can I kill the bats with some sort of poison or
fumigant?
Absolutely not! Aside from being illegal, every attempt
I’ve seen has resulted in disaster for the property owner. Why even attempt poisons, when a live exclusion is so much more effective (and more humane)?
For much more information, check out their educational site: BatsInTheAttic.com
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