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59 In The Company of Trees Choosing the right tree for your yard
New! Project Pro�le: 56 European-Inspired Georgian Kitchen
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PLUS43 2014 Fall Atlanta Home Show Guide
A guide to the 31st annual event to be held September 5-7, 2014, at Cobb Galleria Centre
ON THE COVER: This stunning kitchen renovation was inspired by the homeowner’s love of Europe. It seamlessly, elegantly blends elements imported from Europe with Atlanta products like countertops by Oldcastle Surfaces Inc. This cover project is presented by Oldcastle Surfaces, Inc. (800) 899-8455, OldcastleSurfaces.com. Photo courtesy of Oldcastle Surfaces, Inc., photography by Gregg Willett.
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in every issue 10 Editor’s Letter
15 Home Front What’s Happening in Home Improvement PLUS Calendar of Local Events
19 Editor’s Picks Neat, New Lifestyle Products for Your Home
66 Garden Planner Your Outdoor To-Do List for September
68 Notes from Bob & RodMan Budget + Research = Home Improvement Success
71 CAHP Talk Choosing Your Contractor Wisely
73 Resource Finder Find Help with your Home Improvement Projects
78 Editorial Resources Contacts for this Issue’s Resources
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Family Owned & Operated Since 1980 I was talking to a friend of mine the other day about running. We talked treadmill versus
track, distances and times.
Twenty minutes into it she casually
mentioned that she runs not to lose
weight or get stronger but to better
manage her stress level. (She said the
more kids she had, the longer the distances she needed to run.)
I’m not sure why that surprised me so much, but it did. I just
assumed that she ran for the sake of her �tness – not her sanity.
That made me think of my job and you readers. All of you
reading this are somehow interested in home improvement.
There’s at least one aspect of your home that you are thinking
of changing, in either small or substantial ways. But what
I’d love to know is the reason why? What’s causing you to
think about making these changes? Because you may need to
remind yourself of that reason as you continue on your home
improvement journey. It’s too easy to get hung up on which
exact shade of eggshell you particularly like…when really, you’re
getting ready to sell it to someone else!
Speaking of making home improvement decisions, the best way
to do that is to talk to an expert, which you can do this month
at the Fall Atlanta Home Show. Check out our guide on page 43
for more information and make sure you look for the “Visit our
Booth #” shout outs that are sprinkled in the ads throughout this
issue to plan your show route before you get there.
I also want to draw your attention to some other fantastic
articles we are featuring in this month’s issue. On page 59, we
are giving you the lowdown on the trees of Atlanta. We even
provide you a list of URLs where you can �nd out the codes you
need to be aware of when you are planting or removing trees in
your own backyard. Then on page 22, we talk about all the cool,
new innovations in countertops and cabinetry. Finally, we cover
very important but often-neglected areas of our homes: your
entryway and staircases, on page 34. There are some intriguing
new trends and designs that can help your home make a great
impact – right from the minute your guests walk through your
front door.
But no matter what area of your home you are focused on lately,
take time to re�ect on the “reason why.” Maybe you are getting
ready for a new baby or are getting ready to sell your home.
You might just be tired of your bathroom color or you might be
moving your sweet mother-in-law in. When you think about it,
what we’re talking about isn’t just home improvement. It’s life
improvement. And we can help.
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How to prepare for holiday guests and
make them feel even more welcome, keeping warm with �repits and
�replaces and some unique alternatives
to traditional lighting choices
What’s the difference between quartz and quartzite? p. 25
Should you stain your handrailings a different color…or not? p.37
Statistically speaking, which kitchen style is growing the quickest? p. 25
What the heck is Leafsnap? p. 63
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Letter from the president/founder
It’s Great to be Home!In 2001, I started Atlanta Home Improvement
magazine. When I sold it at the end of 2005,
I did not expect to be back. I spent a few
years pursuing other business interests,
including launching Home Improvement
magazines in other markets and, in
2009, launching Best Self Atlanta,
a health, beauty and �tness
magazine which is going strong!
But as we all know, life can
be funny sometimes. Now in
addition to my Best Self Atlanta
family, I am returning to Atlanta
Home Improvement alongside Patti
Stephens, Jennifer Prins, David
Leonard, Dona Halliday and the
rest of the amazing team. I
could not be happier to see old
friends and meet new ones as I
immerse myself back into the
world of home improvement!
As we head into the new
year, we plan to reignite the
home improvement industry
with renewed energy, a
fresh perspective and new
products and platforms. We
look forward to sharing our
ideas with you and bringing
you all the best resources and
connections to help turn your
home improvement dreams into
reality.
Sherri Adair Top row (l to r): Jayne Hallock, Editor; Dona Halliday, Art Director; Shannon Hunter, Account ExecutiveMiddle row (l to r): Sandi Edelson, Account Executive; Patti Stephens, Publisher; Jennifer Prins, Associate PublisherBottom row (l to r): David Leonard, Director of Content Marketing; Sherri Adair, President/Founder; Gregg Holloway, Sales Assistant/Office Manager
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Consider yourself cordially invited. The NARI (National Association
of Renovation Industry) Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes will be
showcasing the incredible craftsmanship of its members. This is a fun,
fabulous tour for anyone interested in home renovations and will occur
on Saturday, October 18th from 10 am to 4 pm. Homes are located all
over the Atlanta Metro area and attendees can not only tour the homes
but also personally ask the contractors about their own remodeling
concerns! Check AtlantaRemodelingTour.com for tickets and details.
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dust down on your head. (Or bed!)
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PIRCH is coming! PIRCH is coming!It’s a curation of cool. An array of awesome.
The much-loved California-based store
PIRCH will be coming to Atlanta. Look
for the grand opening at the Lenox
Marketplace later this fall! PIRCH offers a
carefully vetted array of premium lifestyle
products for the home, from indoor and
outdoor kitchens and laundry appliances
to personal wellness systems, bath �xtures
and decorative plumbing. We are so excited
and if you aren’t yet, you will be too! Visit
Pirch.com for more information!
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Abstract Painting: Beyond the Basics Workshop Saturday - Sunday, September 20-21 Saturday 10 am – 4 pm, Sunday 11 am – 5 pmBindersArt.com
Atlanta Art Festival Saturday, September 13-14 AtlantaArtsFestival.com
Beginning & Intermediate Stained Glass Classes Mondays, September 8 – November 3, 6:30-9:30 pm SpruillArts.org
Beginning Jewelry & Metalsmithing Mondays, September 15 – November 17, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pmSpruillArts.org
Cook’s Warehouse ClassesKnife Skills 101, September 4, 8, 9, 25Cooking Fundamentals 3-day Series, September 19-21Tailgating Food that is Good for You, September 10, 7:00-9:00 pmClasses.CooksWarehouse.com
CubeSmart Storage Auctions Ongoing – See site for details CubeSmart.com/storage-auctions
Fall Atlanta Home ShowFriday-Sunday September 5-7Hours VaryAtlantaHomeShow.com
Just Buzzing Around - Kid’s StorytimeSaturday, September 20, 10:30-11:30 amAtlantaBotanicalGarden.org/events-classes
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS MONTH
For more event listings, visit www.atlantahomeimprovement.comHave a home improvement question or news tip? Send to [email protected].
Open the Door to Hope
Gwinnett Center to Host Home Show
In October 2013, Doors to Homes and Hope launched as a
small outdoor art exhibit with 25 artistic doors displayed
in the host city of Norcross. This year, Doors to Homes and
Hope opens on October 4 and will be on display throughout
Gwinnett County through October 30. Door and Homes 2014
opens in conjunction with World Habitat Day on October 6.
This year’s World Habitat Day celebration will be hosted at
Suwanee Town Center. For more information about Doors to
Homes and Hope 2014 or to purchase tickets, visit
www.gwinnetthabitat.org/D2HH
Mark your calendars now! The Fall North Atlanta
Home Show is coming to the Gwinnett Center
next month! The dates are October 10-12 and
more information is available on page 70
Editorial Resources begin on page 78.
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1. Raw IndustrialThis reclaimed barn wood and steel pipe piece is from Industrial Lightworks. The wood and the pipe are protected with a moisture-proof �nish, making it bathroom-friendly and durable. Order this piece from IndustrialLightworks.com. Starts at $129.00.
2. Teak From ThailandAtlanta Teak Furniture is importing Reclaimed Teak Dining Sets from Thailand as a part of the global effort to recycle natural materials. A great wood for outdoor furniture, any of their pieces will create a rustic look for your patio or backyard. Win win. Visit AtlantaTeak.com. Prices vary.
3. Look Ma, No Legs!A minimalist’s dream. This Wall-Mounted Nightstand by Reclaimed PA is neat and compact and is constructed of reclaimed barn wood. A drilled hole in the back right corner �ts standard cords, so your iPhone can easily recharge alongside you. Head to ReclaimedPA’s shop on Etsy.com to place an order. Starts at $83.00.
4. Tech DeckWant great acoustics with even greater aesthetics? Check out this iPhone Speaker/Ampli�er from Genuine Woodworking. Made entirely of reclaimed skateboard decks, it doesn’t require batteries. Completely portable, it’s the perfect set of outdoor speakers. Search GenuineWoodwork-ing on Etsy.com to order yours. Starts at $70.00.
5. Wine About It…or just stock it with magazines! The Handmade Pallet Wine Rack by Lee Art Designs is made from reclaimed wood and a distressed oil pallet. It holds standard wine bottles and glasses, or books and magazines. This item is a must for any wine-sipping, magazine-�ipping homeowner. Search LeeArtDesigns on Etsy.com to purchase. Starts at $80.00.
6. Cinder-ellaA rustic bell of the ball. The Reclaimed Cinder Lights Coffee Table by Rong Designs is crafted from reclaimed pine or cedar from old picnic tables and repurposed cinder blocks. Amp up the ambience by placing tea lights inside of the cinder blocks. Search RongDesigns on Etsy.com to �nd this piece. Starting at $619.00.
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ways to change the look of your home. New �ooring
can also be an extremely cost-effective way to
update and transform your space.
For many years, however, hardwoods in basements
were not an option for homeowners. Installation
of nail-down �ooring is impossible on a concrete
slab, so homeowners were left with limited options
– until now. Timberclick, also known as “�oating”
hardwoods, quite literally locks together with a
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“Contractors and homeowners love this product.
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And don’t assume that the amazing technology
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Flooring has long been one of the most impactful
ways to change the look of your home. New �ooring
can also be an extremely cost-effective way to
update and transform your space.
For many years, however, hardwoods in basements
were not an option for homeowners. Installation
of nail-down �ooring is impossible on a concrete
slab, so homeowners were left with limited options
– until now. Timberclick, also known as “�oating”
hardwoods, quite literally locks together with a
patented technology exclusive to Atlanta’s own
Floor & Decor. The boards are locked together and
�oat like a raft with only the perimeter molding
anchoring the hardwood boards in place.
“Contractors and homeowners love this product.
The product is 100% solid hardwood and the
simple, locking technique makes installation up
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says designer Sue Rittenberg. There is no need for
glue or nails, so installation is mess-free and can
be installed over most existing �oors. The product
comes in many different styles and colors, so
homeowners’ choices are virtually limitless.
And don’t assume that the amazing technology
of this product would make your project too
expensive. Timberclick, because of its ease of use,
is highly cost-effective.
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Momma’s Kitchen
New, uber-organized cabinets and crave-worthy countertops
By Kathy Kantorski
YOUR
A singular buzzword permeated the conference,
expo and event scene at this year’s Kitchen
and Bath Industry Show. It de�nes the ideal
American kitchen and bath and can be interpreted in a
myriad of ways. The word is: clean. It refers to the clean
lines in a contemporary space or simply keeping the
room free from clutter and dirt. Clean reigns supreme
in today’s kitchens and baths.
Cabinet creationsIt used to be that closed-off storage spaces, like kitchen cabinets,
were used to hide messy-looking piles of pots, lids, pans, dry
goods, cleaning supplies, small appliances … you name it, our
mothers and grandmothers shoved it behind the cabinet door.
But no more! Modern-day cabinetry is almost as aesthetically
pleasing on the inside as it is on the outside, thanks to the
organizing gadgets and gizmos from manufacturers like Rev-
A-Shelf, Glideware, The Pull-Out Shelf Company and more. And
fortunately, you don’t have to remodel your entire kitchen to
install most organizers. Your existing cabinets can be retro�tted
1MasterBrand Cabinets’ Lazy Susan offers the typical spin-and-�nd function and also features a center-pullout where you can store your most-
used items.
2Häfele’s Smart Cab Storage System is gaining popularity. It’s designed to �t in a 15- or 18-inch base cabinet with a drawer above,
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On the surfaceClean design doesn’t stop with
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up their entryways, staircases and railings in pause-worthy new ways.
Make An EntranceThese days, foyers have taken on a more prominent role in the overall décor
of the home. “Homeowners are treating the entryway more as a part of
the home instead of just a pass-through space to get into the home,” says
Brandie Stoeck, design consultant and owner of Stoeck Designs in Marietta.
“Foyers had been used mainly for hanging coats, housing the vacuum in the
closet or a place to just drop shoes. Now they are setting the stage for the
look and feel of the home, telling a brief story of the people who live there as
well as becoming a working, functional space.”
To accomplish this in your own home, Stoeck suggests incorporating a pop
of color or even some patterns. “Entryways are a good place to introduce
pattern. For example… with wallpaper. Yes, I did just say wallpaper. This
product has changed so much over the years. For example, it has become
easier to remove and now it offers so many options in patterns. Great metal
foils, current and modern patterns (i.e. trellis) and bold colors. Sherwin
Williams and Candice Olson both have some very nice collections.”
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Stoeck also recommends adding a personal touch
to the space by displaying family photos or original
art. “I think any photo of the family in the entryway
also conveys a welcome to visitors,” she says.
Another key feature of a welcoming entryway is
proper lighting. “The ceiling/chandelier light is
usually too weak compared to the size of space it
is supposed to illuminate,” Stoeck says. To combat
this, she suggests a larger ceiling or chandelier light
that will suffuse the space with adequate lighting.
Also, wall sconces can be used to supplement the
overhead light. “Having all the lights on separate
switches with dimmers gives diversity to whatever
lighting the homeowner wants for different
occasions,” Stoeck says.
When deciding how to decorate your entryway,
�rst evaluate how you want to use the space and
what style will incorporate that goal, Stoeck says.
“Do they want more storage? Do they want more
seating? Will this become a mini photo/art display
area?” The answers to these questions can help
guide your overall design project.
Step Up with StyleJust like the entryway, the staircase has primarily
served as more of a functional asset of the home
and less as a design feature. However, more and
more stairways are beginning to fuse form with
function to create some truly stunning designs.
“The railings and stairs usually are a very visible
and central feature in today’s home and can make
a strong statement about the quality of the home and
the homeowner’s personal style,” says Patricia Brown of
Patricia Brown Builders, Inc.
When dressing up your stairway, Stoeck and Brown both
remind homeowners to keep the overall design in line with
the style of the rest of the home. But no need to play it too
safe, Stoeck says, “This area should be a design element of the
home. However, it should also be a space where the envelope
can be pushed slightly from the rest of the décor of the home.”
For example, if the stairs include carpet, skip the �oor
covering used in the rest of the house and opt for
something a bit different. “If you have to use a runner
or carpet on the stairs, this is a great way to incorporate
saturated color or a pattern,” Stoeck says. “The carpet itself
can be very different from standard wall-to-wall carpet. It
can be made of durable jute, include colored tape borders
or even large nail trim.”
Some homeowners may even choose to replace
carpeted stairs with hardwood treads. “It is usually quite
easily accomplished,” Brown says. “Depending on the
con�guration of the stairs, the underlying treads can be
removed and replaced with hardwood treads and risers in
about one to two days.”
Dramatic lighting also can contribute to a more beautiful
stairway. “Today’s homeowner has many choices when it
comes to lighting the staircase, and we are seeing them
exercise those options,” Brown says. These options include
natural light from skylights or windows placed in the
stairway, chandeliers, wall sconces, LED light strips placed
under the lip of the stairs, and lights placed low along the
wall of the stairway.
On a Rail Of course, simply dressing up a stair railing can go a long
way in improving the style of the overall stairway. One of
the most popular improvement trends involves painting
or staining the railing. “Staining the handrail a darker or
different color than the �ooring has been very popular as
it breaks up the stain color, lending interest in the overall
look,” Stoeck says. “If you have white wooden spindles and
want to keep them white but you still want to change the
overall appearance, then staining the handrail very dark
will give a dramatic new look. And it’s inexpensive too.”
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Changing out the spindles
also can provide an entirely
new look to a stairway. For
instance, swapping wood
spindles to metal spindles
can make a major impact,
but �rst make sure it still
blends in with the overall
style of the home. “If you
are switching over from
wood spindles to metal,
keep in mind the holes left
from the wood spindles
are larger. This means
that once metal spindles
are installed a ‘foot’ will
need to be incorporated to
cover the bottom of each
spindle,” Stoeck says.
If your home has a more
contemporary style,
consider metal and glass
to complement the wood
of the stairs. “We’ve seen
glass, metal and wood
interact in such a way that
the staircase appears to
�oat in the opening,” Brown
says. “Clear glass railings
help to keep things looking
uncomplicated and free-
�owing.”
Keep in mind when
planning your staircase and
railing design that these
elements also must meet
safety and building codes.
“Stairs and railings are one
item in today’s home that
receive extra scrutiny when
it comes to code compliance
issues,” Brown says. “Safety concerns drive everything in
stair and railing design, including consistent riser heights,
handrail pro�les that make them easy to grasp, spacing
limits of balusters, adequate lighting and railing heights.
Just to name a few!”
Transforming your entryway, staircase and railings from
pure function to stylish form could go a long way in
completing the overall style and décor of your home. Once
you do, you’ll �nd that you – and your guests – stop rushing
through your entryway. They’ll instead be tempted to relax,
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Hassan is best known as the original host of DIY Network’s “Yard Crashers.” Following a series of hosting stints for numerous DIY Network television shows including “The Dirt On...,” “Green Me Up,” and “Blog Cabin,” the network created Yard Crashers to showcase Ahmed’s high energy, motivational spirit and love for everything green.
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Popular species include: American Hornbeam – A great alternative to the Bradford
Pear, the American Hornbeam has a broad, oval growth habit
and can reach 30 to 40 feet high and 30 feet wide when
mature. Dense foliage casts cooling shade in summer, then
turns a lively shade of yellow or orange in autumn to brighten
the landscape. This tree is sometimes called “Ironwood”
because of its very hard wood and dark red twigs.
Bald Cypress – A Native American tree with a wide growing
range, the Bald Cypress is a common wetland plant and
a deciduous conifer. This tree can reach 70 feet or more
at maturity. (So it is best used in large, open spaces.) Its
soft-textured, �at needles
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Chastetree – A heat-tolerant
and cold-hardy tree, the
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Chastetree grows 15 to 20 feet tall with an equal spread.
Little Gem Magnolia – A classically Southern tree, Little Gem
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Overcup Oak – Typically growing 50 feet high and 50 feet
wide, the Overcup Oak grows more quickly compared to
most oaks and is better suited for large landscapes. Its
name is derived from the unique shape of its acorns and is
similar to the white oak in many ways, including its rough-
textured, gray-brown bark and yellow color in autumn. “If
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to reduce maintenance, then you want to go with native
canopy trees that can �ll in to help bring back more of the
natural woodland, like an oak,” says Eric King, principal, King
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Trident Maple – Introduced from China in 1890, the Trident
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in the fall. “It’s a nice size for a residential home,” King says. “It’s
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so it doesn’t dwarf a house and
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Now that you have a sense of
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“Is it already shady?” asks King.
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like a dogwood or a redbud; if
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(near a creek or river) you might want a tree that likes wet
conditions, like a river birch or a red maple.”
Trees do more than just spruce up your landscape. If lots
of shade is what you seek, trees can provide a cooling
effect and offer environmental bene�ts when strategically
placed. They can minimize air pollution, improve soil
and water quality and increase curb appeal. (All while
reducing energy use by up to 30 percent, according to
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our environment for several
reasons—one of these being
the shade that they provide.
“Humans and animals both
need the shade to protect
from the damaging exposure
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yard with plenty of sunlight, then you may want to go with
an evergreen or an oak. Look for locations to plant dominant
trees where they can shade plants that are receiving too much
sun, or shade your home or patio.”
Digging inThe best time to plant trees is in the fall once temperatures
have cooled down to around the sixties or lower at night.
Trees can also be planted during the winter. When planting
any tree, the holes should be dug approximately twice the
size of the root ball or container to give the roots room to
grow. It is not a bad idea to put rock in the bottom of the
holes to allow for water to drain from the roots. Some trees,
although they love water, do not like to sit in it.
Trees need regular, deep watering (by rain or irrigation or
hand-watering) just like any other plant, especially during
the �rst two years of establishment. “If planting during the
heat of the spring or summer, watering is needed every day
for the initial two to three weeks following planting,” Speck
says. Keep approximately three inches of natural mulch over
the root zone of trees to conserve moisture and insulate the
roots from temperature extremes. Be careful not to apply
more than three inches of mulch. This can suffocate the tree.
Fertilize at least once per year and consult your local nursery
for plant-speci�c requirements.
Whether you’re pruning for aesthetic reasons, to thin the
canopy of your yard or just to make the tree better, choose
an arborist or a tree company who knows how to prune
without damaging the tree. If you choose to do it yourself
you can �nd good resources through University of Georgia’s
Cooperative Extension service*. Keep trees trimmed regularly
to help lessen the weight of the branches and to prevent
drooping. Trimming will also help maintain the shape of the
tree. “Generally if you’re cutting to remove a limb completely,
you want to cut it back close to the trunk but leave a little
circle of growth, called the collar,” says King. “Don’t remove
more than 20 percent of the canopy at any one time.” Staking
trees can prevent them from blowing over in a heavy wind
and helps train them to grow.
Down with diseaseTo identify diseases, �rst �gure out what type of tree you’re
dealing with and work backward from any symptoms that
appear. “There’s a cool app out there called Leafsnap where
you can take a picture of a leaf and it will help you identify
what type of tree it is,” says King. Start by looking at any
changes to either the bark or the leaves over past years. Trees
naturally have some pests that are part of their life cycle and
don’t negatively impact the tree other than cosmetically, like
oakworms and galls, but if you don’t really notice it and it’s
not severely affecting the tree then it’s best to let it go. Other
pests might require treatment, like mushrooms on the trunk.
If you see those growing, then it’s probably time to call an
arborist to come out and take a look.
Branching outTrees need regular check-ups, just like people. Don’t wait
until a tree dies to call an arborist. “If something is not quite
right, or you notice a difference in the plant that you haven’t
seen before,” says Livingstone, “it’s time to have someone
come out and diagnose the situation. You have a much
Photo courtesy of Chatham Landscape Services
PICTURED ABOVE ARE TWO “ZELKOVA” TREES, which is a form of elm native to Japan, Taiwan and eastern China. Eight feet tall at installation, they may ultimately grow to 80 feet in height and spread, providing shade and color to the expanse of pavement.
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better chance of saving the plant the quicker you let an expert
know. Most homeowners wait until there are obvious signs of
a problem and by then there is little that can be done.”
Tree Do’sDo design and place trees with mature growth
size in mind, allowing room for canopy
and roots to spread. “The biggest mistake
that homeowners make is to select a tree
that, when mature, will be too large for the
site and is planted too close to the house,”
Woodworth says.
Do be aware of roof lines, power lines,
concrete patios and walkways. Large trees
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building foundations, paving, plumbing
and drainage systems. An improperly
placed tree can result in costly long-term
maintenance and repair situations that
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Do use a diversity of trees instead of one or
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As far as trees are concerned, the sky’s the limit, says
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Editorial Resources begin on page 78.
Resources Atlanta tree ordinances and other helpful links
Each city and county has its own tree laws and ordinances. Visit city and county websites for current information, particularly if you are considering removing a tree. Depending on the location, there are strict guidelines in place for removal and necessary replanting. The Georgia Urban Forest Council* serves as a comprehensive resource for homeowners interested in specific tree ordinances across the state of Georgia: • www.gufc.org/resources/georgia-tree-ordinance-survey• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/atlantacity1.pdf • www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/cobbcounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/dekalbcounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/douglascounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/fultoncounty1.pdf• www.gufc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/gwinnettcounty1.pdf * Here are direct links to earlier references in this article:• www.georgiagoldmedalplants.org• www.extension.uga.edu• www.isa-arbor.com• www.georgiaarborist.org• www.urbanagcouncil.com
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The other day a homeowner called, asking if I would come inspect her just-installed deck. She had some concerns because the deck was moving. The rest of the call went like this:
Me: Did you have a permit taken out? Her: No, the contractor told me I did not need one.
Me: Do you have a contract? Her: No, we made a deal and I paid cash and got a much better price.
Me: Do you have a scope of work? Her: No, everything that we did was verbal and the contractor assured me that he would build the deck to meet code requirements.
I hesitated as to whether or not I even wanted to get involved, but the homeowner pleaded with me to come. When I got there, I found it to be one of the �nest-looking decks that I had seen in a long time. The workmanship on the surface was excellent and the attention to detail was top notch. The issues only surfaced once I got underneath the deck and started to look at the structure. The homeowner then admitted that they opted not to take down the 20-year-old structural support and �oor system, in order to save money.
The contractor had used new material on top of old material! Work progressed without a permit and compliance was not followed.
The homeowner is now in a quandary. They still owed a balance of money but the deck is not considered safe. Now the homeowner will go through the frustration of trying to deal with this contractor and possibly end up in a courtroom! They will likely spend even more money to �nish this deck. Had they hired the right contractor from the very beginning, they would have a safe deck, at a fair price.
If a contractor tells you that a permit isn’t required, that could be a red �ag. If he is then prepared to take cash and reduce his price, that could be a second �ag. Choose your contractor wisely. More often than not, the seemingly “least expensive” ends up being the most expensive.
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Q: How can I make my outdoor space feel more polished and ready for entertaining?
As homeowners begin to think of their outdoor spaces as an extension of their homes, it is important to think about how your design choices can �ow seamlessly from the indoors out. When thinking about this transition, consider several design elements to accomplish this.
Mix textures and patterns: Just as homeowners are getting more adventurous with their color choices indoors, we are also seeing mixing and matching in outdoor rooms growing in popularity. Match outdoor accessories with the style of your home’s interior for a sense of �ow between indoor and outdoor living areas. Add an all-weather rug in a coordinating color to make your space cozy and comfortable.
Light up your lawn: Lighting is a crucial element to create a sense of space, especially when transitioning from the indoors out. Highlight your hedges, trees and �owers with solar accent lights to make your outdoor space stand out at night. Or, add lanterns and string lights for
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Momma’s Kitchen
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By Kathy Kantorski
YOUR
A singular buzzword permeated the conference,
expo and event scene at this year’s Kitchen
and Bath Industry Show. It de� nes the ideal
American kitchen and bath and can be interpreted in a
myriad of ways. The word is: clean. It refers to the clean
lines in a contemporary space or simply keeping the
room free from clutter and dirt—clean reigns supreme
in today’s kitchens and baths.
Cabinet creationsIt used to be that closed-off storage spaces, such as kitchen
cabinets, were used to hide messy-looking piles of pots, lids,
pans, dry goods, cleaning supplies, small appliances … you
name it, our mothers and grandmothers shoved it behind the
cabinet door.
But no more! Modern-day cabinetry is almost as aesthetically
pleasing on the inside as it is on the outside, thanks to the
organizing gadgets and gizmos from manufacturers like Rev-A-
Shelf, Glideware, The Pull-Out Shelf Company, and more. And
fortunately, you don’t have to remodel your entire kitchen to
install most organizers. Your existing cabinets can be retro� tted