Improving Curb Appeal With Versatile Trim

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gF re —a a Po vi Ay" My) y > ) Exterior trim made from PVC gives homeowners a variety of design options. (NAPSA)—When it comes to increasing the value of a home, curb appeal is a key factor. And while landscaping anda fresh coat of paint can go a long way toward boosting a home’s curb appeal, updating or installing exterior trim can also really make a home stand out. Exterior trim helps create a clean, crafted look—and manufac- turers are now makingit easier for both homeowners and builders to desired look. And while it offers an incredible woodlike authenticity, it outperforms wood. It will not rot, warp, retain moisture or support insects, and it can be heat formed for curves and arches. One of the latest developments in the Restoration Millwork line is its TrueTexture finish. The woodgrain surface is molded from actual rough-sawn cedar boards, creating find the color and texture options the most natural-looking cedar wood grain of any exterior trim on cepts and designs they envision. A popular trim option is Restoration Millwork,a solid-finish trim from CertainTeed Corpora- new VinylSafe Color Technology from Sherwin-Williams, there are they want, as well as offering the flexibility needed to create the con- tion. Made from cellular PVC that looks and feels like top-grade lumber, it can be used in place of wood in any exterior trim application for long-lasting beauty and durability. It can be cut, shaped and attached with ordinary woodworkingtools, making it easy to achieve the the market. Restoration Millwork comes ready to install in a longlasting Natural White color that is also easy to paint. And, thanks to more than 100 colors to choose from—including dark ones. Restoration Millwork is avail- able through lumberyards and building product distributors. Call (800) 233-8900 for a supply source. For more information, visit www.certainteed.com.