Portland observer., April 27, 1978, Page 9, Image 9

Portland Observer Thursday, April 27, 1978 Page 9
Do-it-yourself with basic tools
The “His *N Hers" - a unique kitchen ior couples who cook. I t meets the lifestyle of f
today's working couples "that enjoy and share joint food preparation activities and)
gourmet cooking." The spacious and modem kitchen is designed in contemporary I
Black and w hite, with chrome and bold yellow accents and overhead spotlighting o f'
work areas.
A kitchen for couples who cook
Designed for the working husband and
wife, the “His 'N Hers” kitchen is a clean,
contemporary design that affords versati
lity and a visually exciting area for
today's household pair who enjoys and
shares joint meal preparation activities.
Its "open" planning, brightness and
unique lighting fixtures emphasize the
utmost sculptured contemporary layout
of the kitchen. A self-clean oven and a
built-in microwave oven replace the tradi
tional double wall oven at one end of the
modified U shape kitchen. A refrigera
tor-freezer is located at the opposite end.
Flowing into an illusion of a “V,” the
versatility of the “His ‘N Hers" kitchen is
highlighted by a mixture of “activity
centers" that enable it to function as
many kinds of kitchens.
Snack bar area functions as a fast, easy
breakfast kitchen. While he is plugging
in the coffee she is pouring the morning
juice and buttering English muffins for
the toaster-oven. A movable cart for
storage of small appliances can be rolled
to wherever these appliances are needed.
As dishes are used, they can be placed
in the undercounter dishwasher, and
stored for later washing with a full load.
Ensured of having a complete break
fast, the busy couple can catch the
weather and news on the portable TV.
For an evening meal or party, the
versatile "His ‘N Hers” kitchen expands
to the cooktop he can use along with the
wall oven. She is preparing salad at the
large sink near the refrigerator. There's
also a trash compactor positioned central
ly to receive throwaway items as they
appear during preparation of a meal.
On weekends, when time is more
available, “His *N Hers" kitchen becomes
a “gourmet kitchen” for more extensive
culinary forays. Its marble slab and
chopping block function as a convenient
30 inch high mixing center, and can be
used as a work surface while seated.
Completing the kitchen is a 20.6 cubic-
foot refrigerator-freezer and single bowl
sink with disposer.
An assortment of additional special
features enhance the sculptured appear­
ance and contemporary design concept of
the “couple's kitchen." These include an
acrylic shelf above the bar area, a narrow
shelf that goes completely around the
kitchen a few inches above the counter.
Between the counter and narrow shelf, a
stainless steel backsplash reflects what
ever objects are on the counter. The
counter is extra deep.
Home improvement is more than new
siding or a fresh coat of paint, a remodel
ed and modernized kitchen or bath, or a
newly wallpapered bedroom. It’s also
more storage shelves, faucets that don't
drip, and lighting fixtures that work
properly. Or it may be a plain old dresser
made like new with trim of carved wood
moulding.
These improvements are just some of
the "easy ones” to tackle day in and day
out. But they are tasks that can be just
as rewarding when done as finishing the
aitic to provide more usable space. And
they require only the simplest of hand
tools - measuring tape, saw, soldering
gun, screwdriver, multi purpose adjust­
able wrench, and tongue and groove or
“utility” pliers. These are the basics of a
practical workshop, to be used over and
over again. So it makes good sense to put
top quality at the head of your list when
shopping for tools - only the best will
give you long years of satisfactory ser­
vice and prove to be a worthwhile
investment.
Some of the quality tool brands you’ll
find in the shops and toolkits of profes­
sional remodelers and service technicians
are wrenches, pliers and screwdrivers;
measuring tapes and rules; saws and
soldering guns and irons; and nutdrivers
and wire snips. And you'll also find them
at your hardware or home improvement
center in a wide variety of types and
sizes.
It's true that quality tools cost more
than the "garden variety,” but as with
other products, you get what you pay for.
There's no real economy in buying a 6"
screwdriver for $1.19 that won't do the
job because it soon has a loose handle and
a chipped or bent blade. It is wiser to
make an investment of $3.00 and be sure
of quality performance and avoid replace
ment for years to come. The same applies
to all types of hand tools - quality saws
hold a sharper edge - longer; the better
power tapes and folding rules are more
accurate and break resistant; well de­
signed and made soldering equipment
with heat-resistant handles and fine
balance are more comfortable and easier
to use.
REMODELING
YOU CAN BE
PR O U D OF
by DAK
As soon as you start acquiring good
tools, begin to organize your workshop -
a “catch all" kitchen drawer is a poor
substitute for a wall-hung piece of peg-
board and an assortment of hanger
fixtures so that all tools are in view and
readily at hand.
And you can add
pegboard sections as you undertake new
improvements and get more of the
homeowners' common craft and fix-it
tools.
You're sure to find uses for a pair of
snips to cut gutters and downspouts;
pruners and mower; a hacksaw for
metalwork; a screwdriver for Phillips-
slotted screws; backsaw and miter box
for cutting true angles; long nose and
wire-cutting pliers; and a narrow taper-
ed-blade keyhole saw.
Now you are equipped to meet most
any challenge to improve your home. If
you keep your tools in good condition and
use them only for the purpose each was
designed to perform, there’s practically
nothing you can't do, and do well!!
Helping to improve
our community s homes
and businesses through
quality residential and com­
mercial remodeling.
Specialists in de­
signing kitchens and baths
to brighten your home.
Distinctive new building/
o f fic e /s to r e e x te r io r s
and interiors
A O A
to im p ro ve
your business.
Whatever you need,
call us for an appointment
to visit you and discuss your
remodeling project, altera­
tions or additions.
Free e s tim a te s .
P r o f e s s io n a l a d v ic e
and assistance with f i­
nancing. References glad-
*y furnished.
Call to d a y.
DAK
CONSTRUCTION CO . INC.
5022 N ALB IN A • PORTLAND OREGON
Member Oregon Remodeiers Association • National Home improvement Council • Associated G»' o p m i Coin«* t
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In addition to meeting the needs of the
working couple, the “His 'N Hers"
kitchen is designed for great storage,
both closed and open - and, just as
important is its visual impact, that makes
it exciting to work and be in.
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Plant dahlias
Thus« who are looking for a large
brightly colored, vigorous perennial for
that certain spot in the yard, should
consider the dahlia. Dahlias, planted in
full sunlight and given a little annual
care, will add color and interest to the
summer garden. Dahlias can be used as
summer hedges, screens, filler plants
among shrubs, mass border color or in
containers.
Dahlias are most generally purchased
as bedding plants or as tubers. They
should be planted after frost danger is
past and when the soil warms enough for
fast growth. These plants want full sun
or light afternoon shade.
When planting in clay soil, amend the
heavy soil with peat moss or compost to
give the dahlia a better growing condi
tion. At planting time work 1/4 cupful of
bone meal or 5-10-10 fertilizer into the
bottom of the planting hole. Then add
several inches of soil before placing the
plant or tuber.
Dahlias vary in size depending on the
variety. Small growers can be planted a
foot apart. The tall, bushy types should
be spaced three or four feet apart.
The tall varieties often need staking for
support against wind gusts. Drive a
sturdy, tall stake into the planting hole,
then place the tuber horizontally in the
hole with the bud pointing toward the
stake. As the plant grows, use soft plant
tie material to loosely support the stems
with the stake.
To grow a nice bush and harvest a crop
of large, colorful flowers, it is hard to beat
a dahlia.
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