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VOL XXXIX • NO. 6 • ODD
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E XTERIORS & L ANDSCAPING
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H OME R EMODELING
H OME FASHION
H OME T HEATER /A UTOMATION
ON THE COVER Featured on this month’s cover is a wonderful example of an indoor/outdoor living area that has been designed with smart home technology. With just one touch, the TV and speakers turn on for you to enjoy a nighttime movie, cozy up with the outdoor heaters while the lighting is set to nighttime mode for functionality and comfort. Since the pocket doors are kept open, the heating and air conditioning system is turned off as to not waste energy - all you need is popcorn! This is a smart home, welcome home. For more information, you can call 1 Touch Living at 858-798-9130 or visit their website at www.1touchliving.com . See their article on page 22.
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homefashion
3 THINGS IN YOUR MATTRESS That May Be Making You Sick
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our mattress is arguably the most important piece of furniture in your house. Let’s face it, what other article in your home do you have as much contact with as your mattress? The average person spends 6-8 hours every day in their bed. That’s about ⅓ of your life! The mattress is also the only piece of furniture where your face is literally inches away breathing whatever is inside it. It’s hard to say what is inside every mattress, but there are 3 things that can be found in about 95% of mattresses (especially the mainstream and online companies) that can have a negative effect on your health. If you are sensitive to chemicals or have immune system issues, these are the 3 things to avoid in your mattress. 1. Polyurethane Foam. Since the 1970’s, polyurethane has replaced cotton and natural rubber as the go-to material for padding inside mattresses. It is very inexpensive to make and very easy to massproduce. However, since polyurethane is a petrochemical it is laden with chemicals that can off-gas. 2. Glues/Adhesives. On average the typical mattress has anywhere from 2-7 layers of padding. To keep these layers from shifting, mattress companies usually glue these layers together. The problem with gluing these layers together is the many chemicals that are found in adhesives. In some cases, you can still smell the glue many days after it has been delivered.
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3. Chemical-Based Fire Retardants. In 2007, a federal law was passed that mandated that every mattress must pass the fire test. While that law might have solved one problem, it opened up the door to a host of many other problems regarding people’s health. A couple of the dozens of chemicals that are used in most fire retardants are formaldehyde and antimony trioxide, both of which have been shown to be carcinogens. If you have a mattress from a typical mattress retailer or if you purchased online, chances are you may be sleeping with some of these chemicals. But there is an alternative to your typical mattress. The solution to this problem is an all-natural mattress free of the potentially harmful chemicals listed above. Natural materials like natural rubber/latex, cotton, and wool are used instead of synthetic foams. Natural latex comes from the rubber tree where the liquid from the tree is used instead of petroleum. Not only is latex a lot healthier but it is also much more durable. The average latex mattress lasts 2-3 times longer than a traditional mattress. For more information on selecting a mattress for your individual needs, you can visit Mattress Makers at 7919 Silverton Ave., Suite 412 in Miramar or 8366 La Mesa Blvd. in La Mesa. Building mattresses since 1968, they use 100% natural and organic latex with a 20 year limited warranty. You can call them at 858-566-4408 or 619-303-9505 or contact them at one of the following: info@mattressmakers.com or www.mattressmakers.com
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homefashion
GIVE YOUR HOME INTERIOR A UNIQUE LOOK With Artistic Moss Walls
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re the walls in your home looking a bit boring? Do you need to fill a space but can’t seem to find the right piece of wall art or décor to make it work? For those looking for something a little more unique that will surely be the focal point of any room, a decorative moss wall can add that extra element of taste to any style décor. Preserved moss and plants, having undergone a conservation and stabilization process, have been designed as live walls to provide interior lush environments without the upkeep of live plants. They do not require water, specific light, trimming or pruning, and because there is no soil, there is no need to worry about infestations. These moss walls will last a long time, giving you maintenance-free nature in your home. Because each piece is unique, a homeowner can really bring nature indoors, creating a fresh, green environment. There are a variety of types of preserved moss to choose from, in a range of different colors, textures and densities. These walls can change the look of any space by either
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adding accent pieces or filling in the entire wall. Design options are limitless from organic to abstract and your moss walls can be designed with or without a frame. For information on preserved moss walls and design ideas for your home, you can contact Vertical Garden Solutions, Inc. at 877-847-7887 or visit their website at www.true-vert.com
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homeinteriors
WHY RUGS LEAVE THE HOME TO BE CLEANED By: Lisa Wagner (NIRC Certified Rug Specialist and author of www.RugChick.com)
Gabbeh wool rug BEFORE proper washing
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any things cause damage to rugs: floods, fires, pets, and moths. But nothing ruins more rugs annually than wall-to-wall carpet cleaning companies. The chemistry, temperature, and techniques for steam cleaning installed synthetic wall-to-wall carpet are the polar opposite of how natural fiber rugs are supposed to be handled. Synthetic carpet is steam cleaned; natural fiber rugs are cold water washed. Most rugs are made of wool and cotton fibers, and should be treated more as fabric than as carpeting. They are to be washed and soaked to gently and thoroughly remove the contaminants, and someone who is skilled with rug fibers, rug dyes, and weaving types from around the world must do this. Here are the biggest reasons why rugs are never to be cleaned in the home. 1.) Dusting Can’t Be Done. Rugs can hold pounds of soil in them before they begin to look dirty. Most wool rugs release between two-and-ten pounds of embedded soil in the dusting process before the wash begins. This absolutely cannot be done in the home, so cleaners who steam clean rugs create an impacted layer of mud in the foundation of these rugs, which leads to a permanent graying of the wool and eventually dry rot in the foundation fibers. 2.) Heat Damages Natural Fibers and Dyes.
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Gabbeh wool rug AFTER proper washing
High heat on natural fibers makes the dyes bleed and breaks wool fibers. You would never wash your wool clothing in hot water and dry it in high heat unless you wanted to ruin it. 3.) Tool Scarring. The metal tools that are safe to use on synthetic plastic fibers are not safe on wool, silk, and cotton rugs. Edges on vacuum tools, and rakes and brushes, can cause permanent pile damage and scarring on rugs. 4.) Heavy Chemical Residue. Fearful of getting the floor under the rug wet, those who clean rugs in the home are not able to rinse out all of the chemicals they put in, and the sticky residue left behind causes damage to the fibers and the dyes. 5.) Mildew and Odors. You cannot run dehumidifiers and high velocity fans in a home. Therefore, most rugs stay damp for too much time, which can lead to musty odors and mildew. 6.) Dirty Fringe. Fringe cannot be cleaned in the home, and usually it’s the fringe that looks the filthiest to begin with. These tassels need to be soaked to get the grime to release. Woven rugs will last several lifetimes if properly cared for. Protect your textile investments by sending them out for a proper wash. Lisa Wagner is a NIRC Certified Rug Specialist and international rug care trainer. Her family company, Blatchford’s Rug Cleaning & Repair, is located at 7848-G Silverton Ave., San Diego 92126. If you have rug questions, you can call 858-223-0222 or visit www.blatchfords.com.
Rugs often have POUNDS of embedded soil that must be dusted out
Dyes ruined by a steam carpet cleaning company
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homeinteriors
Stairs Keeping You Down? Discover the Convenience of a Custom Home Elevator, Wheelchair Lift or Stairclimber
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our home should be a comfortable environment tailored to your needs, and when your needs change, so should your home. Many disabled and elderly people find that every year getting up those stairs becomes more and more challenging. Some homeowners might even have to relocate their living quarters to the first floor, because they are physically unable to climb the stairs. This is no way to enjoy your home, and thankfully there are ways to remedy this situation. A custom home elevator, wheelchair lift or stairclimber could be the perfect solution, allowing everyone in your family to navigate your home with ease. When you decide that it is the right time to start your home elevator remodeling project, professional contractors will come to your
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home and evaluate your living space. They will discuss all possible locations for your elevator, and options such as size, materials and appearance. Every aspect of your elevator will be completely customized to ensure that your unique wants and needs are accommodated. Not only will the elevator contractors go over every detail of the plans with you, they will also obtain all necessary permits, and make sure every modification done to your home meets applicable building codes and zoning laws. Putting an elevator, wheelchair lift or stairclimber in your home is all about making life easier, and the right contractor
will make sure that the process of installing your elevator is easy as possible too. For more information on custom home elevators, wheelchair lifts, stairclimbers or dumbwaiters, you can contact the RIFE CO., a reliable contractor with over 15 years experience, at 619-300-9645. You can also visit them online at www.therifeco.com
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hometheater/automation
MAKE YOUR HOME THEATER ROOMPERFECT!
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ust about everyone loves watching a movie on the big screen. However, no one likes standing in long lines or searching for and sitting in uncomfortable seats with sticky floors. Fortunately, private home theaters are now able to deliver an immersive movie watching experience that is superior to commercial cinemas. When considering building a home theater, there are many questions to answer. Will you be watching sports, TV programs, or Hollywood blockbusters? How big should the room be? What type of furniture do you like and where will it sit in the room? Do you like a classic or modern design, or maybe you have a particular theme in mind? The answers to these questions and many others affect critical decisions such as which projector, screen type and size, lighting, acoustical treatments, and sound systems to use. A home theater that delivers an “escape from reality” into the movie maker’s world is not realized by chance or happenstance; it must be engineered. Particular engineering advancements in home theater technology are the Steinway Lyngdorf and McIntosh systems. Manufactured to very exacting standards, the speakers and electronics in the Steinway line were created to emulate the listening experience of a live performance in Steinway Hall in New York. The sound accuracy, dynamics and power are identical to a live musical performance. Movie soundtracks replicate the sound of the original film soundtrack better than that of a commercial movie theater. Both Steinway Lyngdorf and McIntosh systems utilize a patented sound correction technology called RoomPerfect™. RoomPerfect is a sophisticated technology that corrects imperfect acoustics in a listening
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room. Simply put, you can have exceptional sound without sacrificing your design aesthetics—no more ugly furniture placement or speakers in the middle of the room. Many companies claim to be home theater experts, few of them actually are. It is recommended to find a company specializing in home theater design and installation. Experts will collaborate with you and your interior design professional, architect, or builder to help you visualize the home theater of your dreams. They should gather information about your theme, décor, furniture, lighting, room space and watching preferences to create a complete home theater project plan. For your home theater project to be successful, your plan should include floor plans, elevations, construction drawings, wiring diagrams, acoustical engineering, product specifications and wall treatments that are specific to you. To learn more about RoomPerfect or designing the ultimate home theater, you can call One Touch Living at (858) 798-9130. One Touch Living is a single source provider for world class audio and video equipment, screens, control systems, furniture, acoustical treatments and installation services. For their exceptional work, One Touch Living are a finalist for the category of “Best Home Cinema” by CEDIA 2018. To experience a home theater before you make a purchase you can also set an appointment to visit the only Dolby Atmos® Steinway Lyngdorf home theater on the west coast at the One Touch Living Experience Center at 15932 Bernardo Center Drive in San Diego. For additional information, you can visit their website at www.1touchliving.com ONLINE AT SANDIEGOLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM
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Quality Cabinet Painting and Refinishing Is the Perfect Solution for You!
Looking For a Fast and Affordable
Kitchen Makeover?
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ost homeowners will agree that the most eye-catching part of your kitchen is its cabinetry. So it would make sense that in order to spruce things up and give your kitchen an updated feel all you need to do is alter the exterior facade of your current cabinets. Most kitchen remodels such as designing and installing brand new cabinets or refacing have proven to be rather expensive and time consuming. Why not skip all of the hassles and make the smart decision to have your cabinetry custom painted? This way you’ll be able to give your kitchen a beautiful new look for much less than you ever imagined. Custom cabinet painting and refinishing allows you to not only incorporate fresh colors and modern trends into your kitchen, but it can also renew
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the sparkling factory-finished look your classic, well-made cabinetry once had. Your cabinets will be thoroughly prepped, cleaned, and painted or stripped, stained, and finished to perfection. Select from a variety of antique glazes or clean white colors to achieve the classic or contemporary look you desire. Once your cabinets are refurbished you can further complement your new kitchen by simply adding a few fashionable hardware accents. You will save thousands of dollars while increasing the value of your home with this effortless but stunning remodel. For further information on custom cabinet painting and refinishing, you can call Palmer Painting at 619-460-3985. You can also visit their website at www.palmerpainting.com. Palmer Painting also offers faux finishes for garage doors, as well as entry door refinishing. ONLINE AT SANDIEGOLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM
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homeproducts/services
COOL YOUR HOME NATURALLY While Lowering Your Energy Bill!
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ne of the many advantages of living in San Diego is the beautiful climate and ocean breezes. While many homeowners choose to run their A/C during the warm months of the year, the energy costs of running the A/C are deterring many from being able to cool their home. An affordable and natural way to cool your home is with a Casper retractable screen. These screens can be installed on virtually any style door; single doors, double/French doors, sliding patio doors, front-entry doors, or garage side doors. You can bring the outdoor breeze in allowing the cross ventilation to keep your home cool naturally and reducing the need to run the A/C. Casper retractable screen doors are a vast improvement from the old, standard swing-out or sliding screen doors. You do not have to worry about chipped/broken wheels or squeaky swing screens that are unsightly and take away from the front of the home. Unlike many other retractable screens on the market, Casper screens have a unique recessed mount design that ensures a seamless look upon installation for your existing doorway, which is less obtrusive than some of the other retractable screens on the market. Your home does not have to sacrifice beauty since the aluminum frames come in a multiple colors to choose from to match your home and door color and the powder-coating on the frames will help to resist fading, chipping and flaking. In addition, the PhiferŠ
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nylon-coated fiberglass screen mesh will ensure a 100% guarantee that no bugs will come through so you can enjoy the outdoor breeze without the worry of pesky bugs invading your home. For more information on these retractable screens, you can contact Casper Disappearing Screen Systems, Inc. at 858-375-5114 or visit their showroom at 13514 Pomerado Road, Suite O in Poway. You can also visit their website at www.casperscreens.com
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homeremodeling CONSIDER ADDING A GUEST HOUSE, GRANNY FLAT OR CAREGIVER QUARTERS...
It’s Never Been Easier!
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f you have ever considered adding extra space to your home or considered a guesthouse on your property? Or perhaps have you been looking to generate some rental income? A granny flat is a great way to utilize your space. And, because of a new bill that has been passed, many of the barriers in the past will now make it easier for homeowners and construction companies to build. A granny flat is a self-contained dwelling which may or may not attach to the main home. They can be constructed as a loft in your existing home if you are looking to move a family member in or it can be built as a secondary dwelling on your property that can be used as a guest house or rental property. It will contain everything necessary to live comfortable, including all electrical work, plumbing for kitchen and bath, painting, lighting, cabinetry, flooring, windows and more. State Senator Bob Wieckowski’s (D-Freemont) bill SB 1069 to reduce the barriers California homeowners face when seeking to build an accessory dwelling unit (granny flat) on
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their property is now in effect as of January 2017 after Governor Jerry Brown signed the bill in September 2016. Removing these obstacles creates a powerful tool for addressing California’s housing crisis that have discouraged homeowners from adding affordable second units in the past. This will now help to increase the supply of affordable housing in California and allow more people to remain in the communities they call home. AOC Construction is up to date on all the latest rules and regulations regarding the creation of granny flats. For more information, you can contact them at 619-226-0772 or info@aocconstruction.com. In business for over 40 years, they can handle any project from design to completion. You can also visit their website www.aocconstruction.com
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exteriorslandscaping
CONNECT WITH NATURE In A Creative, Artistic Way
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aintaining a connection with nature is more important than ever. It has been proven that surrounding yourself with nature not only boosts happiness levels, but is vital to mental well-being. An innovative and creative way to integrate nature into the interior or exterior of your home is with a living wall composed of annual plants for colorful patterns. Choose from waves of flowers, succulents, herbs and vegetables - the design versatility is enormous. Having a living wall in your home, whether outdoor in your garden or indoor in your living room, kitchen or bathroom, can elevate the overall design of your home. They can provide the perfect backdrop to any area, enhancing framing pools or patios, hiding wood fences or simply to transform any dull room into an attractive and relaxing ambiance, combining health, beauty and freshness. It will become a centerpiece that your friends and family will talk about, praise and envy at the same time. Residential living walls are generally made up of modular panels, allowing for customizable size and shape and easy replacement of individual plants. Each panel contains a small irrigation tank at the top, and a tray at the bottom designed to hold water and retain nutrients and collect water for maximum neatness. Various systems minimize owner maintenance involvement with timed irrigation and controlled water storage, which decrease wasteful watering. The living wall planters are UV resistant
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containers and their inserts make pre-growing and planting very simple for interior or exterior applications. For more information on residential living walls and design ideas for your home, you can contact Vertical Garden Solutions, Inc. at 877-847-7887 or visit their website at www.true-vert.com
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healthbeautyfitness
What Can Permanent Makeup DO FOR YOU?
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othing is more frustrating than standing in front of the mirror desperately trying to pencil in your eyebrows, make your lips look fuller, get your eyeliner exactly right, and taking care of the other daily beauty rituals that can become so time-consuming. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could just wake up every day already feeling put-together, rejuvenated and beautiful? Shelley Todd has been a certified micropigmentation technician since 1992, and a licensed cosmetologist since 1983. With a passion for natural beauty, Shelley Todd pledges to help both women and men achieve a flawless balance for their desired makeup look. Genuine care and comfort are the highest priority with natural results for your new look with the micropigmentation process. Along with permanent cosmetics, Shelley also specializes in corrective permanent makeup, needling, camouflage, tattoo removal, and beauty marks. You can call Shelley at 760-809-3881 for a complimentary consultation. You can also visit her website at www.ShelleyTodd.net. Residential office by appointment BEFORE EYELINER AND BROWS only. 1079 Lau Hala Canyon Road, Vista, CA 92081.
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