AgeSong Expands in Oakland; Brings Holistic Approach to Historic Hotel Property

AgeSong
Senior Communities is bringing its nationally recognized holistic
approach to a local historic landmark. The 1927 Art Deco Lake Merritt
Hotel has been transformed to AgeSong at Lake Merritt, an
independent-living residence for seniors. This newest property is the
fifth residence AgeSong now offers
senior adults in the Bay Area. Its four other residences are in Oakland,
San Francisco and Emeryville, and provide a full range of living options
for independent, assisted-living and forgetfulness-care.

Established in 1995, AgeSong is a family-run group of senior communities
with a holistic approach to care. It was founded by Shabahangi and his
siblings, who combined their diverse backgrounds in psychology, law, and
theology to create unique, holistic environments for their residents, led
by their vision to transform attitudes toward aging.The 49,155 square-foot building offers 46 apartments with new, upgraded
kitchens and bathrooms, and views of nearby Lake Merritt, the East Bay
hills and the downtown Oakland skyline. The apartments feature 9-foot
ceilings and crown moldings, period-style ceramic tile bathrooms and
spacious closets and alcoves. Among the many upscale amenities it offers
are a popular full-service restaurant open to the public, spa and fitness
center, full-time concierge, high speed wireless internet, activity rooms
and a 9,000 square foot garage.A unique aspect of AgeSong at Lake Merritt is that its lake location, public spaces and community support make the
integration of the larger business, cultural and social aspects a natural
addition to its programs.The historic building is owned by local real-estate owners Cheryl and
Randall Berger and managed by AgeSong. In 2007, the Bergers restored the
building's architectural heritage and beauty in a $3.5 million renovation
that preserved the building's historic features while offering modern
conveniences and improved accessibility.Additionally, public educational and cultural programs sponsored by AgeSong
that welcome the community into the building provide opportunities for
social interaction beyond the residence. External social/cultural programs
for residents promote involvement in local organizations such as the
Oakland Museum and the Public Garden."In each of our locations, we believe strongly in integrating the community
with our residences to bring social and generational diversity to the
neighborhoods. This creates vitality and an important exchange among our
families and neighbors, which includes adults, children, grandchildren and
elders," said Nader Shabahangi, CEO of AgeSong.Image Available: http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/frame_mw?attachid=1035694AgeSong's other residences include AgeSong at Lakeside Park ( Oakland); AgeSong at Bayside Park (Emeryville, opening in January 2010); AgeSong
Hayes Valley Care and AgeSong
Laguna Grove Care (San Francisco).AgeSong's
approach is designed to re-establish the role of the elder, to create
communities that allow residents to stay connected to the larger community
and to provide opportunities for continued learning. AgeSong programs
address the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of senior
adults.In 2006, AgeSong won the American Society on Aging's Award for Excellence
in the Field of Aging.Contact: Kim Kellogg Mara Tyler 510-635-4150"The idea that residents can create their own lifestyle while being
supported by staff and programs is a fairly new concept for senior
communities," said Victoria Stone, community relations director of the
residence. "For example, in most senior living communities, residents dine
in isolation from the larger community and choose meals from a limited
menu. But here, the Terrace Room enables residents to mingle with local
business, association, club and neighborhood patrons who come to eat at
this public restaurant," she added.

Contact: Kim Kellogg Mara Tyler 510-635-4150

High-tech system makes 'no-goop' dental impressions

A Scranton dentist is on the cutting edge with new technology to make that crown, bridge, or veneer in your mouth absolutely perfect.

He also added that there are also benefits for the dentist. And, of course, there is convenience. "There's virtually no additional chair time because there are basically no adjustments," he said. "So there's less time in the chair for the patient, less time in the chair for the doctor, so it's a win-win situation for everybody." Dr. Hazzouri is located at 600 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton."At the click of the button, the impression is sent immediately sent over the Internet to the lab. The lab then builds a 3-D model of exactly what was in the patient's mouth just seconds before and the crown is then made based on that model," said Dr. Hazzouri. "It's just perfect. The most important thing about this machine is the accuracy." Moreover, he said, "The lab is very good at constructing a 3-D model, so the process is just that much quicker.""The benefits for the patient are many because you're getting a much more accurate impression of the tooth and you're getting a much better prosthetic replacement whether it's a crown, bridge or veneer," said Hazzouri.Dentists stuff a tray into their patients' mouth with a loose-fitting putty type mold. Once in the mouth, it hardens and the dentist is able to make an impression of where the crown will go. "Sometimes, depending on where it would go, the mold and the impression actually change. It's the same with the cold." He added the thermal changes often cause minute changes and even the slightest change can make a not-so-perfect fit."There's no trays, no goop in your mouth, so the discomfort of having this rubbery substance in your mouth isn't there," he said. Patients can watch on the computer screen as the impression is being taken.Digital scanners such as the one Dr. Hazzouri is now using were on the market in the 1980s, but it was only until about two years ago that scientists and technicians (along with software engineers) were able to perfect the system, iTero is made by Cadent Inc., a New Jersey-based dental company. According to the Cadent's Web site, it recently attracted about $15 million in new investment and has been rapidly expanding.Dr. Hazzouri said before the patient even leaves the office, the digital impression is already being prepared."The norm for the past 100 years has been to take an impression and send it to a lab," said Dr. Albert Hazzouri, a who has been practicing dentistry in Scranton for 25 years.It doesn't take just a few pictures--it takes as many 100,000, giving Dr. Hazzouri a nearly perfect impression. There's no discomfort either. It also takes about half the time and patients don't have to return for an office visit to get adjusted."The system has a wand with a camera, which takes all different views," said Dr. Hazzouri. "You put this wand on the tooth, you push a button on the floor and it takes an image of the tooth" He said the computer system actually scans the tooth from several different directions, making the impression perfect. The system is a 3-D "digital dental impression" being used by a handful of dentists across the country.

He also added that there are also benefits for the dentist. And, of course, there is convenience. "There's virtually no additional chair time because there are basically no adjustments," he said. "So there's less time in the chair for the patient, less time in the chair for the doctor, so it's a win-win situation for everybody." Dr. Hazzouri is located at 600 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton.

Prime Income Asset Management Completes Successful Lease Up of Sugar Mill and Savoy of Garland Multifamily Developments

DALLAS -- Prime Income Asset Management (Prime), a Dallas-based advisory and management company to real estate and energy sector companies, announces their successful construction and lease up of the Savoy of Garland in Texas and Sugar Mill Apartments in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Savoy of Garland and Sugar Mill were both completed in the summer of 09 and are currently over 90% leased. “Both properties exceeded our expectations; so much so that we’re developing another property, Parc at Denham Springs in Baton Rouge Louisiana. Baton Rouge experienced a great influx of residents after Hurricane Katrina, and we’re happy that we can provide new, centrally located, affordable housing for the city’s newest residents,” comments Al Crozier, executive vice president of residential construction.Prime Income Asset Management, LLC (www.primeasset.com) is a Dallas-based real estate management company and energy sector advisor, which owns, develops and manages in excess of $3.5 billion of commercial real estate for public and private real estate entities and advises energy companies with both domestic and international gas, oil and electricity operations. Affiliated companies also under management or advisement by Prime include American Realty Investors, Inc. (NYSE: ARL), Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. (NYSE: TCI), Income Opportunity Realty Investors, Inc. (AMEX: IOT) and Regis Property Management, LLC (www.regisinc.com). Prime Income Asset Management was founded by Gene E. Phillips (www.genephillips.org).Savoy of Garland is a newly developed property offering 144 units with such amenities as built in desks, crown molding, 9 foot ceilings in living and dining, and large walk in closets. The property also offers reserved covered parking, private remote access garages, and a community playground. Being close to Lake Ray Hubbard, residents are also able to rent onsite boat storage.

Prime Income Asset Management, LLC (www.primeasset.com) is a Dallas-based real estate management company and energy sector advisor, which owns, develops and manages in excess of $3.5 billion of commercial real estate for public and private real estate entities and advises energy companies with both domestic and international gas, oil and electricity operations. Affiliated companies also under management or advisement by Prime include American Realty Investors, Inc. (NYSE: ARL), Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc. (NYSE: TCI), Income Opportunity Realty Investors, Inc. (AMEX: IOT) and Regis Property Management, LLC (www.regisinc.com). Prime Income Asset Management was founded by Gene E. Phillips (www.genephillips.org).

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Photocopy note faker is jailed for two years

HARD-UP Ian Andrew was so desperate for cash after his divorce that he printed off his own counterfeit money on photocopiers at libraries.

Andrew admitted passing, possessing and making counterfeit currency, and was jailed for two years.The planning enforcement officer then tried to spend them in Wales, hoping shop staff wouldn't notice they were fakes, Mold Crown Court heard.Henry Hills, defending, said his client was depressed at the time, barely eating to try to save money and that it was not a sophisticated offence.But judge Philip Richards said incompetence was not grounds for leniency.Andrew, 52, of Sandbach, Cheshire, brought home some Scottish pounds 10 notes from a holiday and decided to reproduce them using copiers.

Andrew admitted passing, possessing and making counterfeit currency, and was jailed for two years.

Ex-Corrie star bids to beat booze

FORMER Coronation Street star Bruce Jones has vowed to beat the bottle and save his marriage.

The court heard that Jones's drinking was the reason why he lost his job on Coronation Street and that had led to financial woes for ther family.Jones, who played Les Battersby in the ITV soap for 10 years, was accused of subjecting her to years of drunken abuse.Jones was bailed with conditions that he lives and sleeps at an address given to court, remains there between 9pm and 7am after March 25 and does not contact his wife.He admitted drunkenly yanking the wheel of their Mercedes M Class car from her hand as she drove along a busy dual carriageway and shouting he would kill them both.The case was adjourned for pre-sentencing reports to an unspecified date in April when Jones, who has a previous drink-driving conviction, will return to Mold Crown Court.The actor spoke out after Sandra, his wife of 26 years, was forced to give evidence against him at court.Jones, 57, who appeared in court under his real name of Ian Roy Jones, was almost half way through a trial when the jury were discharged because of a legal issue.Jones, who was two-and-a-half times the legal limit during the incident last August, issued a statement through his barrister Dominic D'Souza.He had the option of going for a retrial but decided against it - not wanting to force his long suffering wife to give evidence again, his barrister said.CAPTION(S):He was banned from driving at Mold Crown Court and bailed to return for sentencing next month after admitting dangerous, drunken driving.Outside court the lawyer said: "Mr Jones accepts for the first time that he has an alcohol problem which he needs to address.

HAPPIER TIMES: Former Coronation Street actor Ian Bruce Jones, aka Reg Battersby, with his wife Sandra and (inset) Jones arriving at Mold Crown Court

Ritz-Carlton significantly drops some prices in Md.

Owners of the high-class Ritz-Carlton Residences at the Inner Harbor have significantly dropped the asking price of 30 luxury units in an attempt to jump-start the dull sales that have consistently plagued the project.

"The [discounted] units are located throughout the building -- some on the ground floor, some on the waterfront, some with downtown views," Harris said. "It is a mix."Sales at the Ritz have been in the spotlight since the June 28 auction of 18 units at the development's next-door neighbor, Harborview Pier Homes, where sales had been equally stagnant, local real estate sources say. The auction served to reset values in the luxury condominium market on Baltimore's waterfront, and units listed at or above $1 million sold under the gavel for between $545,000 and $750,000.Graziose said RXR Realty, which purchased the Ritz-Carlton Residences property in December 2007, was not seeking to sell it. The sales office offers detailed brochures, maps and books detailing the property and its gilded lifestyle. RXR Realty, Graziose said, has "the necessary coffers and we're stable and solid. There will be no bulk sale, no fire sale."Only 23 of the development's 190 units have sold since the $220 million project opened in 2007. Three of those units were bought by bestselling author and video game entrepreneur Tom Clancy, who shelled out $12.6 million last year and merged them into a mega- penthouse where he now lives."The condo market in Baltimore has a lot of obstacles to overcome," Herber said, listing the stagnant market, high city taxes and condo fees as negatives. "I also think that one of the top issues is that it's very difficult to get financing for condos. It's not impossible, it's tough and you need to shop around.""It attracts a very small wedge of the market that are capable and comfortable getting into a property with that sort of arrangement," Herber said, of the luxury condo market in Baltimore. "I don't know what the fix is."In the past, Graziose admitted, the Ritz development had a standoffish atmosphere along Baltimore's waterfront, where working class people once carried lunch buckets to labor at loading and unloading ships on city piers.The Ritz condos, located at 801 Key Highway, feature a "five- star" lifestyle with elevators to each unit, elegant crown molding, marble floors, a spa, indoor pool, concierge service and panoramic views of the city skyline."I think the Ritz is a beautiful and unique property, and it's special in a number of ways, but in this particular market, the rubber has to hit the road and people are much less inclined to splurge as they are now looking for solid investments," Lynott said. "I think a price reduction at the Ritz to get people in the property is a good idea."Carl Herber, vice president of the Inner Harbor branch of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokers, said the decision to drastically lower prices at the Ritz was a good move.Condo fees, which Graziose said cost about $900 per month at the Ritz, add to the bottom line and, combined with high city taxes, often amount to "a second mortgage payment."Ritz officials declined to release a complete list of the new prices, but revealed a select few. One unit, a 1,675-square-foot, two-bedroom condo that originally listed for $1.2 million, is now $700,000. Another unit, a 3,799-square-foot, three-bedroom penthouse, is listed at $2.1 million, down from its original asking price of $2.7 million.Betty Lynott, a Realtor with Long & Foster based in Fells Point who specializes in condo sales on Baltimore's waterfront, said all of the luxury condo units in the city, many built during 2004-2006 when the housing boom was in full swing, are selling for less "across the board."Data reflects the downturn. The marketing group Delta Associates reported last month that new condo prices in the Baltimore metropolitan area were down 3.6 percent over last year and that there are 1,752 unsold units.Lynott said she had recently rented out a unit at the Ritz- Carlton Residences and that the development also has a rent-to-own sales plan.In February, RXR Realtors, the Long Island-based owner of the project, refinanced $176 million in construction debt for the Baltimore Ritz to a consortium of 14 lenders from around the world.Joe Graziose, senior vice president and project executive for RXR Realtors, said he crafted the new "tier-release" marketing plan that includes lowering prices of 30 units with a goal of selling them by early 2011. Another group of 30 units would then be targeted and discounted, he said.When sales continued to remain stagnant, RXR went into negotiations with its lenders last month to drop the prices further, Harris said."It's really apples and oranges," Graziose said, of the two luxury developments that are side-by-side and abut the waterfront across from Inner Harbor East. "It's a different project at the end of the day. The "A" word is a dirty word -- it means something is wrong. But we don't feel anything is wrong."The restructured loan has a three-year term and a pledge from RXR Realty to sell out the development within that time period. Prices on Ritz condos were dropped 10 percent in February as incentive."The refinancing took the pressure off," Graziose said on Monday. "But the clock is ticking and I'm definitely feeling it."But the development has remained mostly vacant. Units were originally listed between $800,000 and $5 million, but this week the prices were cut to between $499,000 and $2.1 million, said Greg Harris, marketing consultant for the project."There was too much velvet rope nonsense," he said, in a thick Brooklyn accent of his hometown. "The lesson here is to be transparent and to communicate the honest, open issues. We want people to come down and see what is a day in the life like here. There is no place in this market that compares to living here."

"There was too much velvet rope nonsense," he said, in a thick Brooklyn accent of his hometown. "The lesson here is to be transparent and to communicate the honest, open issues. We want people to come down and see what is a day in the life like here. There is no place in this market that compares to living here."

Lodger jailed for murders

A LODGER who murdered his landlady and her 11-year-old son has been jailed for at least 27 years.

Rozek became "angry and bitter" after finding out his wife in Poland was cheating on him and took his fury out on the Wasko family, who had shown him "nothing but kindness", Mold Crown Court was told.Mrs Wasko, also originally from Poland, died at the scene and Patryk died at Alder Hey children's hospital in Liverpool three days after the attack on July 11.Simon Mills, for the prosecution, said the attack in the early hours of July 11 was "deliberately unprovoked".Polish Krystian Krysztof Rozek, 27, pictured, launched a frenzied knife attack on Monika Wasko, 29, and her son Patryk at their home in Flint, North Wales.

Mrs Wasko's husband Rafael, 33, was also stabbed but survived the attack, which was watched by their seven-year-old youngest son, Adrian, Mr Mills added.

149,000% loan rate

A LOAN shark who charged interest rates of up to 149,000 PER CENT has had his profits seized.

Patrick Timothy Kiely, 26, has already served two years in prison.Kiely loaned money to more than 500 people around North Wales. An expert worked out he charged between 327 per cent to 149,000 per cent APR.Kiely, who now lives in Manchester, had denied money lending without a licence, but was convicted by a jury.

Kiely, who now lives in Manchester, had denied money lending without a licence, but was convicted by a jury.

Jail for counterfeit cash ring quartet

FOUR men have been jailed after a multi-million pound operation to produce counterfeit cash was smashed, police said.

Hartley, of Cheltenham Road, Bradford, was jailed for five-and-a-half years while Cole, of Golftyn Lane, Northop, Mold, North Wales, was jailed for six years.Inside, officers found more than pounds 650,000 of counterfeit notes, part-printed notes and equipment which could be used in the production of counterfeit cash.Mitchell and Brooke were arrested on the same day the warrants were executed.Detectives launched an investigation after counterfeit notes were found in circulation in Leeds in 2009.Mitchell, of Greenside, Pudsey, was jailed for 12 years, as was Brooke, of Swinnow Gardens, Bramley.Later, police stopped a Range Rover on the M62 motorway near junction 22 at Saddleworth Moor where officers found more than pounds 380,000 worth of counterfeit notes. Hartley was arrested at the roadside.West Yorkshire Police said investigating officers recovered a large quantity of Zeta paper which is used to make counterfeit currency and was capable of producing pounds 4.8m in fake notes.In June 2009 officers found more than pounds 5,000 in cash and electrical equipment in Bramley and Beeston which could be used to create money.Lee Mitchell, 39, Christopher Brooke, 29, John Hartley, 61, and Ian Cole, 56, pleaded guilty to offences under the counterfeiting and forgery act when they appeared at Leeds Crown Court.

Inside, officers found more than pounds 650,000 of counterfeit notes, part-printed notes and equipment which could be used in the production of counterfeit cash.

Harp wire designed to eliminate wear

LFM harp wire from Major Wire Industries Ltd. helps aggregate operations increase throughput over standard harp or piano wire while reducing downtime caused by worn wire cloth. High-performance LFM harp wire is manufactured with straight wires firmly molded into polyurethane strips that hold the wires in place at the crown bar. With its wires embedded into flexible polyurethane strips instead of rigid slides, LFM harp wire eliminates this steel-on-steel wear. The polyurethane strips at the crown bars keep the wires equally tensioned, creating better wire vibration when compared to traditional harp or woven wire cloth, reducing blinding and increasing production of a cleaner aggregate product, the company says.

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Ceiling Medallions, Crown Molding, and Ceiling Domes: 3 Ways to Add Elegance and Beauty to Any Room

I want to draw attention to your ceiling. Take a look at it. What do you see up there? Ceilings are an often neglected area of the room when it comes time to redecorate (or repair). There are so many things that you can do too, that are inexpensive, yet provide the simple elegance that speaks to your style. Choose decorative ceiling medallions, crown molding, ceiling domes, rosettes, or panel molding, just to name a few. Three of my favorite ways to accent a ceiling: ceiling medallions, ceiling domes, and crown molding.

These are just a few of the architectural designs and accents you can use to enhance the overall experience of all who enter into your home. Just don't forget the ceiling!Crown molding, also referred to as crown moulding, or cornice, is probably THE most important architectural element used to define any interior space. Most of today's interior designers agree that every room benefits from the use of crown molding treatment. Crown molding smoothes the transition from wall to ceiling and does much to define the architectural style of a room. The size and style of crown molding used may vary widely, from a simple cove in a farmhouse kitchen to a large built-up cornice in a grand entry.Ceiling domes are similar to ceiling medallions in that they can transform any room into a work of art. However, they are larger and actually recessed into the ceiling, necessitating that they be planned for at the time of construction. Ceiling domes effectively enhance a foyer, dining room, living room, or even the bathroom.

These are just a few of the architectural designs and accents you can use to enhance the overall experience of all who enter into your home. Just don't forget the ceiling!

What Exactly Is Crown Molding?

By definition, a molding is an ornamental piece of wood, metal, or plaster, used to decorate or outline something. It can be used on the interior or exterior of a home. Moldings frame walls, ceilings, windows, and door openings. Examples of moldings used to decorate with are baseboards, crown molding, and chair rails. Today, I want to talk exclusively about crown molding as a decorative architectural choice.

When beginning any decorative project to include several types of molding, it is recommended that you choose the style and size of crown molding first, as it is the most prominently displayed. Then select the rest of the moldings to match. Regarding the proper sizing of the crown molding, advice is abundant and many guidelines have been written. Most often the advice directs you to select the size of the crown molding based on the height of your ceiling. This may be a common approach to this aspect of the design process, though, as larger crown moldings have often been used to impressively decorate rooms of more modest proportions. What IS important is to properly scale the casings and other moldings to the size of the crown molding that you wish to use. When choosing crown molding for your interior, feel free to select the size and style that YOU like. Historically, larger crown moldings were more frequently used than what is recommended today by many interior designers. Change is anticipated as the current architectural renaissance continues and more designers and homeowners endeavor to add warmth to their homes and to personalize their interiors. So have a go at it and don't be intimidated . You are limited only by your imagination.The initial use of a cornice in building design is anyone's guess. By the time the ancient Greeks had gained power, rules had already been created to define the use and design of crown molding. Originally, it was used as a structural element to help support the weight of the roof. It also served to keep water away from the building, thus protecting the lower walls and the foundation. However, the use of cornice as a decorative element was not considered any less important than it's more utilitarian functions. Most of the ornamental design patterns that you see on today's crown molding originated from the ancient Greeks. Egg and dart, dentil and acanthus leaf are the most obvious examples and these were used extensively in ancient times by both the Greeks and the Romans.copyright 2006 goceilingmedallion.comWith the rebirth of the arts in the Renaissance period came a renewed interest in classical architecture as well. The rules of the classical orders were applied to the interior decoration of rooms. These were the rules of "3". A column, the basis of classical architecture, is divided into 3 parts: base, shaft and capital. The base and the capital were then further divided into 3 parts and prescribed rules applied to the relationship and the proportion of these divisions as well. The same divisions that apply to a column are also applied to the wall. The wall is divided into the baseboard, the wall and a crown molding. The lower wall can be further divided into the base, dado and chair rail. Finally, the upper wall is divided into the picture molding, frieze and crown molding.

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Downtown dreaming: Urban housing developers find reasons for hope in

From the master bedroom in the crown molding-bedecked model home at The Hill at Bricktown, prospective homebuyers have a view of downtown Oklahoma City's skyline. The windows on the other side of the two-story home on Russell M. Perry Avenue look out onto rows of recently poured concrete foundations where more of the brick town houses are being built.

Out of the 24 units at The Hill that have been completed, seven have sold so far, five of them this year. Marcacci said he is pleased with the pace of sales and expects demand for downtown housing to grow as more people get used to the idea."We'd love to see them all going right now, but for this market, it's really going well," Garrett said.Construction on the 157-unit, $75 million complex wedged between Bricktown and Interstate 235 stalled when the housing market crashed two years ago. The project's financing dried up, but resumed late last year.However, Triangle's Second Street Lofts, which are in the $100,000 price range, are faring better, with 26 of the 55 units there selling in less than a year, Garrett said.About half of the 30 units in Triangle's Central Avenue Villas have sold, which start at about $187,800 for a 791-square-foot condominium.Downtown housing in the lower price range is faring better in a down housing market than higher-end properties, said developer Pat Garrett.Garrett is a member of Triangle Development Partners, which has developed several blocks of urban dwellings in the Deep Deuce area."Urban living is new to Oklahoma, and people need to be familiarized to it," Marcacci said.Architect Anthony McDermid, principal of TAP Architecture and also a partner in Triangle, believes downtown Oklahoma City still needs more housing and demand will eventually grow, once developers and planners figure out the right formula to recruit new urban dwellers."The housing business is in the dumps, but that's going to change," Wiggin said. "Downtown has emerged in the last few years as a legitimate location for people to live and I think that's a long- term trend with legs. I think it will accelerate over time. Housing looks like it's a good investment place to be over time more than anything."The high-end town houses at The Hill, which range in price from $350,000 to $815,000 for 1,650 square feet to 3,700 square feet, are attracting young professionals and empty nesters, said real estate agent Matt Marcacci."We have not nearly recognized the potential for housing downtown," McDermid said. "It's a puzzle we have not been able to solve yet."Downtown's housing market has cooled in the last few years, but developers are optimistic that demand will grow again as the economy gets better.Sales have been slow in Triangle's Brownstones at Maywood Park development, Garrett said, where prices start at $645,000 for a 2,371-story, 2.5-story condominium.

"The housing business is in the dumps, but that's going to change," Wiggin said. "Downtown has emerged in the last few years as a legitimate location for people to live and I think that's a long- term trend with legs. I think it will accelerate over time. Housing looks like it's a good investment place to be over time more than anything."

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Sept. 16-21, 2011. SPE'S Thermoforming[R] Conference.Feb. 15-17, 2011. SPE's ASIATEC[TM].For information on all SPE Seminars, contact SPE Customer Relations, 1 203-740-in Vehicle Development: Powertrain.For further information, contact Don Witenhafer, 1 979-690-3199Site: Houston, Texas, USA.Oct. 12. Piedmont Coastal and Carolinas Sections' Joint Meeting.Email: witenhaferd@cs.com.Website: www.4spe.org/sites/default/files/SPE10Tech-Fast2010.pdf.> Nov. 8. Detroit Section. BOD Dinner Meeting.in Vehicle Development: Exteriors.Time: 6 p.m. Contact and reservations: Beverly Jarrell, 1 704-602-4127Site. Hilton Mystic Hotel, Mystic, Connecticut, USA.For further information, contact Lesley Kyle, CMP, 1 203-740-5452Website: www.plasticsrecycling.com.Site: The Westin Lombard Yorktown Center, Lombard, Illinois, USA.Email: milwaukeeSPE@gmail.com.Email: seminars@4spe.org.For further information, visit the website www.4spe.org/conferences/asiatec.> Feb. 27-Mar. 2, 2011. SPE'S Polyolefins[R] and FlexPackCon[R].Nov. 10-11. Continuous Compounding Conference. Sponsored by the SPE ExtrusionFor further information, contact Jill Martin, 1 979-238-4229Subject: Annual Martin "Marty" Ryba Memorial SPE Golf Outing.Site: The Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.Site: Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA.Website www.acmashow.org.Email: gcarr@bekumamerica.com.Nov. 9. Fortieth Annual Automotive Innovation Awards Gala. Sponsored by the SPEEmail: lskyle@4spe.org.Website: www.4spe.org/sites/default/files/SPE10Tech-Fast2010.pdf.> Dec. 13. Detroit Section. Holiday Dinner.For further information, contact Rich Bradley, 1 203-938-3003Nov. 30. Detroit Section.Mar. 1-2, 2011. Plastics Recycling Conference.Site: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.Nov. 5. Patent Law Fundamentals for Scientists, Engineers and Managers--Part 1.Jan. 28, 2011. Detroit Section. Material Auction.Site: Chateau Bourbon Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.Site: Polymers Center of Excellence, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.Presenter: Jeffrey A. Jansen, The Madison Group.Nov. 12. Patent Law Fundamentals for Scientists, Engineers and Managers--Part 2.Oct. 18-20. SPE Extrusion of Engineering Plastics Seminar and Workshop, led byWebsite: www.k-online.de.Massachusetts, USA.Email: info@pmahome.orgSite: Hynes Convention Center and Boston Marriott Copley Center Hotel, Boston,Oct. 7. Plastic Pipe Failure.Email: rbradley4shawchem@gmail.com.Site: Dusseldorf, Germany.Apr. 10-12, 2011. Polyurethane Manufacturers Association (PMA) Annual Meeting.Site: Polymers Center of Excellence, 8900 Research Drive, Charlotte, N.C.For further information, contact Gwen Mathis, 1 706-235-9298Subject: What It Takes To Get Into the Plastics Medical Field; presentation byAutomotive Division.Feb. 2-4, 2011. Composites 2011: Exhibition and Convention. Sponsored by theSite: San Marino Club, 1685 E. Big Beaver, Troy, Michigan.5403Time: 11:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern.SPE Past President Len Czuba.Website: www.SPEdetroit.com.Site: Amelia Island Plantation, near Jacksonville, Florida, USA.Subject: joint MiniTec with Mold Making & Mold Design Division.Division and Carolinas Section.Nov. 9. Manufacturing Problem Prevention Program (MP3).WEBINARSEmail: gwensmathis@aol.com.Contact: Jackie Ryba, 1 919-345-6709Website: www.cpievent.com.Email: bjarrell@polymers-center.org.Site: Sheraton Hotel, Brookfield, Wisconsin.Time: Networking and breakfast begin at 7:00 a.m., followed by presentation andTime: Registration at 9:00 a.m.; shotgun start at 11:00 a.m.Site: Burton Manor, Livonia, Michigan, USA.May 16-18, 2011. Plastics Modification via Additives, Compounding & Coatings.Email: CustomerRelations@4spe.org.For further information, visit the Automotive Division's website at http://speautomotive.com/inno or http://speautomotive.com/awa; or phone 1 248-244-8993; or write to SPE Automotive Division, 1800 Crooks Road, Suite A, Troy, MI 48084 USA.Association.OTHER UPCOMINGNov 8. Carolinas Section.Oct. 16-19, 2011. SPE'S Vinyltec[R].Oct. 16-19, 2011. SPE's GPEC[R].For further information, contact Pat Kelley, 1 570-992-7041American Composites ManufacturersSite: Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan.Email: gmathis224@aol.com.Website: www.americanchemistry.com/polyurethane.> Oct. 19-21. Chem Innovations Conference & Expo.Subject: Tech-Fast Technical Breakfast. Considerations for Materials IntegrationEmail: pkelley@northampton.edu.Call for papers.Email: elearning@4spe.org.For further information, contact Bill Windscheif, 1 248-375-5055Feb. 7, 2011. Detroit Section. BOD Lunch Meeting.Contact: Mark Bradstaetter, 1 262-784-3120Site: Anaheim, California, USA. Contact: Canon Communications, 1 310-445-4200Sept. 25-27, 2011. SPE'S CAD RETEC[R].Email contact: info@acmanet.org.Site: Best Western Sterling Inn Hotel, Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA.Q&A, 7:45-9:30 a.m.Site: Aerospace Corp., El Segundo, California, USA. Hosted by the Air Force Space & Missile Systems Center, The Aerospace Corp., and the Los Angeles Chapter of the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE). Advance reservations required.SPE SEMINARSEmail: dbigio@umd.edu.SPE MEETINGSEmail: plastics@resourcerecycling.comOct. 3-6. Automotive TPO Conference.Email contact: k-online@messeduesseldorf.deEmail: jmmartin@dow.com.Site: Renaissance Hotel and Conference Center, Schaumburg, Illinois, USA.For further information, contact David Bigio, 1 301-405-5258SPE E-LIVEMay 1-5, 2011. SPE's ANTEC[R].Oct. 18-20. Vinyltec[R] 2010.For further information, contact Howard Kennedy, 1 416-253-4297Nov. 19. Patent Law Fundamentals for Scientists, Engineers and Managers--Part 3.Site: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.Feb. 8-10, 2011. Plastec West.Contact: Lesley Kyle, CMP, 1 203-740-5452Contact: Canon Communications, 1 310-445-4200Site: Orlando, Florida, USA.Site: Crowne Plaza--Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.Website: www.plastecshow.com.Site: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA.Subject: Auxiliary Extrusion Equipment. Supper meeting.Contact: email mp3@aero.orgEVENTSSpeaker: TBD Automatik.Site: Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.For further information, contact Gwen Mathis, 1 706-238-9101Oct. 27. Detroit Section.Email: bill@ais-limited.com.Site: Houston, Texas, USA. Sponsored by Chemical Engineering.For information on all SPE e-Live Webinars, contact Elizabeth Reagan, 1 203-Oct. 5-6. ABC--Annual Blow Molding Conference.253-1368Oct. 11-13. Polyurethanes 2010 Technical Conference, sponsored by The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry of the American Chemistry Council and UTECH North America.Website: www.innoplastsolutions.com.Site: Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, Iselin, New Jersey, USA.Oct. 27-Nov. 3. K 2010--International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber.Presenter: Robert Migliorini, intellectual property attorney.Oct. 19. Milwaukee Section.Dr. Pravin Shah, Rheo-Plast, Inc.Time: 12 noon U.S. Eastern.Contact: InnoPlast Solutions, Inc., 1 973-446-9531For further information, contact Gary Carr, 1 517-655-7135Email: hkennedy@dominioncolour.com.Email: info@innoplastsolutions.comEmail: marty.ryba@juno.com.Nov. 9. Milwaukee Section.Website: www.aero.org/conferences/mp3.> Feb. 1-3, 2011. BioPlastics--Reshaping an Industry.Mar. 7-9, 2011. SPE'S Polymer Nanocomposites Conference[TM].Website: www.pmahome.org.Site: Hilton North Hotel, Houston, Texas, USA.Contact: Resource Recycling, Inc., 1 503-233-1305

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ADR Homes by Roth starts $1.86 million Belclaire build

Jeff Roth, through his ADR Homes by Roth, recently purchased eight building permits for a combined total of $1.86 million.

Amenities will include hand-scraped wood flooring, granite countertops, wood cabinets, wide trim and crown molding, security systems with integrated cameras, surround sound, privacy fences, all brick, Energy Star-rated stainless appliances and cellulose insulation.Each home will have two fireplaces. The architecture is French Country.Listing prices for the homes will start at $218,900 for a four-bedroom, two-bath, two-car garage and go to the low $300,000s. A 2,650-SF home will list for $279,900. The lots recently appraised for $25,000 each.The permits are for construction of single-family homes in the Belclaire subdivision on Highway 112, south of The Blessings golf course and Clear Creek subdivision. The subdivision is within the Fayetteville city limits.Roth is the exclusive builder at the subdivision. Toni Farmer with Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney Faucette is the exclusive listing agent. A model home will be completed by Christmastime, and the first closings are expected about the same time.The homes are the first in the subdivision that was originally started by Brandon Barber, Seth Kaffka, John Meeks and Brandon Rains through their Dream Team Holdings 1 LLC.

Roth is the exclusive builder at the subdivision. Toni Farmer with Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney Faucette is the exclusive listing agent. A model home will be completed by Christmastime, and the first closings are expected about the same time.

Full and Frisky

If you're of a mind that legitimate art galleries should have off-white walls no more than about 5 percent occupied by a neat row of small or large canvases whose centers are at or a little above eye level, and that the viewer should stand a prescribed distance from those works to fully take in their gravitas, and that gallery owners shouldn't dye their hair green or crimson on a whim, you really shouldn't bother climbing the stairs to visit the Tim Faulkner Gallery at 632 E. Market St.

Adds painter/ceramicist Eric Phagan, 31, "I like that all the work surrounds you and kind of forces you to really look at the pieces and keeps the eye moving. Everybody's work plays off each other; I think Tim has a great eye for art and placement.""I came over to the gallery for the first time," Spivey says of that initial August opening, "and I haven't left. I dropped everything else and put 100 percent of all my energy into this gallery." The two are a near-perfect team, exceedingly welcoming of young, raw talent and oddball practitioners and completely turned off by pretense."Rusty was showing here in town for quite awhile. He was having some success through several of the galleries here," says Faulkner. "When we moved from the 800 block to here, Rusty said, 'Hey, can we do something together?' I said yeah, of course. The first painting he brought over we sold in two hours. As soon as that happened, he dropped his representation with other galleries and came on board with us.""We don't want that eat-your-cheese-and-move-to-the-next-piece sort of atmosphere here," says Spivey. "Some people, this atmosphere makes them so uncomfortable that they'll leave within the first five minutes. They don't know what to do."When asked which of the represented artists bumped up his or her reputation the quickest because of the gallery, both Faulkner and Spivey blurt out, "James Russell May!" - a Savannah, Ga., native who paints mythology-recalling human figures in Neo-Renaissance style (even the digits have a defined musculature) as well as highly popular floral abstracts.The second-story gallery space, once home to local artist-icon Billy Hertz, who remains the landlord but now operates Galerie Hertz at 1253 S. Preston St., opened as the Faulkner in August 2009, just in time for that month's "First Friday Trolley Hop" event. Almost immediately it created a buzz in the art district and among First Friday-goers, presenting the work of new and not-so-new local and regional faces like Josh Vance, Jen Goodell, James Russell May, Tony Perez (now deceased), Damon Thompson (aka "Kleb"), Eric Phagan, Denz One, Linda Akers and Waller Austin. The buzz came from the gallery's style as well as its substance: There wasn't an ounce-of aloofness in the chatty proprietor (close your eyes and you'll hear Billy Crystal) and his equally loquacious gallery director, Margaret Archambault Spivey, both active artists born within a month of each other in 1969.Faulkner sags he suspects Hertz was testing his younger colleague's resolve. "Billy watches everybody," says Faulkner. "I mean, he still is the godfather of art in Louisville. . . . He knows that too."You might think that artists would object to having their work hung on walls in the midst of many others' pieces, but that's not the case here. "That's an aspect I like," says 25-year-old sculptor Patrick White. "I think my sculpture looks better with all the paintings around it, just as I think my sculptures add to each room. With Tim's gallery, everything's very much alive - not in your face,' but very stimulating, to say the least."Faulkner, the owner-impresario of this new kid on the city's hottest gallery block, came to Louisville from New Orleans in 2005 with his wife Cheryl and two kids, ages five and two, in tow - refugees from Hurricane Katrina pulling a trailer and making do in short-term hotel stays. (Today the gallery's rear section is home to the family.) In late 2007, having decided he should open his own gallery rather than seek representation from others, Faulkner leased a tiny, 230-square-foot space plus a hall above the Mary Craik Gallery on the 800 block of East Market and began finding new artists and putting together shows. A year and a half later Hertz provided him with his big break, offering Faulkner the prime space he'd left a few years before (which the tenant subsequently expanded). But there was a catch, as Faulkner recalls in a rapid-fire narration:Of course the painters and sculptors aren't really the ones nudging buyers toward a purchase, notes Hertz, who's a big fan of Spivey and Faulkner. "I used to think I could makes sales - you know, sell ice to Eskimos," says Hertz. "Well, Margaret sells 'em two bags. You need to go down there on a First Friday and see her operate.""I asked Billy, 'Can you give me two months on this?' He said no. He said, 'I'll make you a hell of a deal - you want it?' I said yeah. He said, 'But you've gotta be in in 10 days; you gotta be open for the First Friday of August.' 'OK,' I said, 'so I've got 10 days to move the entire space?' He said yeah.""We try not to be suffocating," Faulkner says, "but minimal shows, to be honest with you, irritate me. If you're not grabbed right off the bat, then the entire room is pretty much worthless to you. If you enjoy art and want to support local art, you can't come up here and not find something you like of the quality you're looking for. We have work that ranges from $50 to $25,000."Its room-by-room color scheme is a riot of loud hues - from red to green to purple to turquoise to coral to yellow. Pieces are hung from the baseboards to the crown molding. Two of the "rooms" (hallways, actually) are so skinny, your nose is almost touching the artwork. And whereas proper galleries present the work of one or two artists at a time, with maybe a salon wall toward the back, the Faulkner Gallery - which is a 2,500-square-foot maze of mini-galleries with such names as the Drawing Room, the Govi Room and the Blue Room - tends to complement its highlighted-for-the-month artists with the work of about 25 others, maybe 450 or more pieces on view in all.

Of course the painters and sculptors aren't really the ones nudging buyers toward a purchase, notes Hertz, who's a big fan of Spivey and Faulkner. "I used to think I could makes sales - you know, sell ice to Eskimos," says Hertz. "Well, Margaret sells 'em two bags. You need to go down there on a First Friday and see her operate."

Top 10 Crown Molding Materials

Decorative crown molding has changed over the centuries. Crown molding has a rich history which dates back to the second millennium B.C. and was often found in palaces. It has evolved from the beauty of the Greek forms to the simple curves of the Roman era; from the flowers and vines of the Gothic rounds to a return to the simple forms of the Romans during the Renaissance. Today, crown molding can be found in just about any type of material. So what's appropriate? Which one should you use? There are so many, it can be a little daunting. So let's take a brief look at the different kinds of materials that crown molding is often crafted from.

Peel and stick, though, especially due to its low-tech and low cost, lacks relief. That is, there is no depth or thickness and it will appear flat.MDF crown molding, a wood-based composite material that uses wood fibers with a synthetic resin, is another example of how a builder or decorator can accent any room or hallway. MDF is environmentally safe and requires less preparation. It is often primed to a smooth surface which can then be painted with any high quality latex or oil paint. MDF won't split when cutting, is resistant to warping and is consistent in size and shape. However, during installation of MDF, nailing creates blemishes that will require repair, by hand, prior to finishing. Although it is a less costly alternative to other materials in use, most professionals do not recommend its use.Polyurethanes are found in many items. They are used in resins, adhesives, fibers, foam padding and insulation. They come in several forms, such as rods, sheets and liquids. Polyurethanes are frequently used as an alternative to such materials as wood, plastics, metal and rubber. And for good reason. Polyurethanes are resistant to wear and tear, weather, impact, scratching and erosion. They are also more cost-effective as an alternative as well.Other uses for polyurethanes include: fibers, seals, gaskets, condoms, hard plastic parts, carpet underlay and sealants. Items such as domed ceilings, moldings and ceiling medallions are easier to construct of polyurethane foam rather than wood. In fact, polyurethane is considered to be the best replacement for plaster. It's low cost, lightweight and anything you can do to wood, you can do to polyurethane. It is easy to install, can be used either interiorly or on the exterior and is available in the widest range of products.Traditionally, crown molding has been made from milled hardwood and plaster. Wood crown molding can be found and made from several hardwoods such as hickory, ash, poplar, alder, cherry, maple, mahogany and oak. Wood crown molding enriches the character of any interior as it frames your ceiling and complements your decor. There are many styles available and you can find many of the traditional styles, such as acanthus, grape and oak leaf motifs and shell. Wood crown molding will certainly add classic detail to any room.Aluminum, stamped metal, crown molding featuring heavy-duty all aluminum construction is also available for use as a decorative accent. It is preformed inside and outside corners eliminate miter cuts, making installation easier. It is easy to cut, and installs like traditional moldings. It is durable and rugged. Aluminum is a tremendous bang for the buck. Use stamped metal for industry, factory, office, retail spaces, workshop, garages, kitchens, and trade shows.Styrofoam, also called Expanded Polystyrene., has been used for many years by architects on buildings, homes and in museums. Styrofoam crown molding is light weight, durable and versatile, inexpensive, and adhesive to most kinds of paint. Other advantages and reasons for its gain in popularity are that it requires no special tools to install, and in fact can be installed in less than a day by the average homeowner. Styrofoam does not rot, crack, decay or succumb to insect damage. It can however melt or burn when exposed to flame and must be encased, as it will release toxic fumes when burning.Each material has its advantages and disadvantages and each homeowner must weigh these options based on their own requirements and desires. I hope this article will help to make the job a little easier. Happy decorating!Another material that is finding its way into popularity is vinyl. Vinyl crown molding gives that old plaster look. While traditional plaster and wood crown molding require extensive experience, the advantage to using vinyl is its simplicity. It is low maintenance, does not blister or peel, swell or shrink when used in extreme moisture conditions, and will not rust, rot, pit or corrode and will not be attacked by insects.On the down side, hardwood moldings can be quite expensive. Forest resources are limited. The softwood moldings require more time and care to install and finish, although it is less expensive than hardwood. Wood moldings shrink and swell with humidity, they can be damaged by water, it is combustible, it can be damaged by rot and insects, it can crack, it requires mitering and coping skills, it may split and splinter when nailed or cut, and wood molding must be sanded and primed prior to finishing. These disadvantages may outweigh wood�s good points for many.One of the best features of flexible molding is it's superiority to wood. Flexible molding can be stained, painted, or sealed just as ordinary molding, but without having to prime the surface first. It also resists warping, wearing, splitting, or mildewing, so it's great for outdoor use as well.Flexible molding, which is one type of polyurethane, makes it a cinch to decorate around curved walls and arched doorways and windows. Flexible molding is made from a compound polymer resin that has been engineered to bend or curve around more challenging shapes. It can be bent or twisted without breaking or splintering. Flexible molding can actually be purchased in a range of grades, from very flexible to totally rigid.In its most flexible form, polyurethanes are found in upholstery fabrics, while the more rigid foams are used inside the metal and plastic walls of most refrigerators and freezers. They are commonly utilized to make up paints, varnishes and glue. Your computer mouse-pad bottom is most likely made of polyurethane foam.The installation of crown molding cannot be made any easier than with peel and stick. Peel and stick comes in kits of plastic molding pieces which have self-adhesive backs and four outside corners. Peel and stick is available for the really low-tech, low cost way to decorate. No power tools, saws, nails or hammers are required. No mitering of corners is necessary. One person can install it in no time with no trouble.Styrofoam, aluminum and vinyl moldings are primarily used for exterior decorative purposes.

Each material has its advantages and disadvantages and each homeowner must weigh these options based on their own requirements and desires. I hope this article will help to make the job a little easier. Happy decorating!

Shades drop out of hiding in molding

Hot afternoon sunlight pouring through windows in the study of his San Anselmo, California, house convinced Keith Marsh that he needed shades.

Photo: Trompe-l'oeil mural conjures illusion of depth within shallow book nook, formerly a coat closet. Painted marble steps continue the look of real marble tiles in entryOpen the door and, bang, there was the coat closet. But by playing tricks with ceiling heights and painted perspective, San Francisco architect Beverly Willis gave spatial drama to this boxy entry.

The molding was then attached to the front piece with glue and brads.

Fool-the-eye book nook - change the coat closet to the book racks

Fool-the-eye book nook

Made from 1-by-2s, 1-by-3s, and 1-by-4s, the 3-1/2-inch-high boxes project 4-1/4 inches into the study. The back piece was screwed to the wall first, then the bottom piece added, with openings for the blinds already cut out. The front piece was then nailed on, and the blinds installed, using clips (supplied with the blinds, but bent to suit this assembly) to hold them at the right height against 1-by-2 end blocks.Heavy crown molding a foot below the ceiling created a soffit for lighting. The closet's ceiling was lowered to molding level. Bookshelves lead the eye to the nook's rear wall, where artist Randolf Johnson painted a cat boarding an elevator.

Photo: Trompe-l'oeil mural conjures illusion of depth within shallow book nook, formerly a coat closet. Painted marble steps continue the look of real marble tiles in entry

Method of manufacturing laminated mold and laminated mold

U.S. patent: 7,226,341

Assigned: Kabushiki Kaisha Bridgestonen Crown moldings have long been considered the hallmarks of upscale homes. Historically, builders have marketed these moldings as expensive upgrades and finish carpenters have charged handsomely to install these trims in existing homes.Sponsored in part by NEEBCO, New Hampshire Business Review and Pella Doors and Windows, the show will feature displays by Delia, NH Tool Outlet, Insulated Concrete Forms of NH and more.

Summary: The invention of the second aspect provides the manufacturing method of the laminated mold comprising the laminate being formed of a plurality of thin sheets laminated in a widthwise direction or in a peripheral direction of the tire, and the manufacturing method is characterized in comprising the steps of laminating those thin sheets under the condition that the excess portions of them, which exceed the shape of the tire crown portion, are left on the side contacting with the tire stepping face, and after proceeding the lamination step, removal of the excess portions is carried out by means of a shot blast. By virtue of such a process, the profile of the laminated mold on the side of the tire stepping side can be formed quite the same with that of the tire as originally intended, and as a result the tire, which has both of the profile and the performance equivalent to those obtained through the casting mold currently in use, can become to be realizable easily. It is noted that, though the profile of the tire crown portion as given above is generally meant by that which is taken in a widthwise direction, but nevertheless the present invention also includes the profile taken in a peripheral direction of the tire crown portion such as change in depth of grooves in a peripheral direction of the tire.

HBRANH presents second annual Northern New England Construction Trades Show

The Second Annual Northern New England Construction Trades Show is scheduled for Sept. 20 and 21 at the Wayfarer Convention Center on South River Road in Bedford. This twoday event, produced by the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of New Hampshire, is designed for the builder, remodeler or contractor to come and see the latest and greatest in technology, techniques, products and services to help them improve their bottom line.

Issued: June 5, 2007n The wider the trim, the greater its visual impact on a room. If you are trimming a grand, open space, wide, highly detailed moldings can add depth and interest to the room. Keep scale in mind when choosing the size and complexity of trim.They also protect walls from damage by feet, vacuum cleaners, brooms, mops or other cleaning tools.

For information on the show, available booth space or sponsorship opportunities, contact Dave Bowman, show manager at the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of New Hampshire at 228-0351 or dbowman@hbranh.com.