FALL 2022
Photography by Lens Life Productions
ORANGE & SEMINOLE COUNTIES
Award-Winning
CustomPool
Design
by Premier Pools of Central Florida, Inc.
Motorized Retractable Patio Screens Insect-free surroundings without compromising fresh air and ventilation So easy to use. All you need to do is click the button on your remote for your hidden screens to provide you with insect control, shade or privacy, depending on the mesh options you choose. Retractable Screens protect you from insects without blocking your view or preventing airflow, and you can have a barbecue outside without worrying about flies and mosquitoes ruining your meal. SCAN FOR
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STOCK DOORS AVAILABLE
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NEW Tampa-Area Showroom Coming Soon!
800 SQ FT OUTDOOR SHOWROOM 4970 N Pine Avenue | Winter Park, FL 32792 Call to set up an appointment for a FREE in-home quote or to set up a visit to our Winter Park showroom
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Motorized Retractable Patio Screens Insect-free surroundings without compromising fresh air and ventilation So easy to use. All you need to do is click the button on your remote for your hidden screens to provide you with insect control, shade or privacy, depending on the mesh options you choose. Retractable Screens protect you from insects without blocking your view or preventing airflow, and you can have a barbecue outside without worrying about flies and mosquitoes ruining your meal. SCAN FOR
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Text a photo of the door you would like to be replaced, your email and city to 321-408-3012
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We will email Photoshopped options, estimates including installation, and appointment availability for your area
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NEW Tampa-Area Showroom Coming Soon!
800 SQ FT OUTDOOR SHOWROOM 4970 N Pine Avenue | Winter Park, FL 32792 Call to set up an appointment for a FREE in-home quote or to set up a visit to our Winter Park showroom
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FROM YOUR ROOFTOP TO YOUR PAV ERS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN Our goal is to exceed your expectations
ROOF CLEANING Safe and environmentally friendly
PRESSURE WASHING High and low, all surfaces
WINDOW CLEANING Interior and exterior
GUTTER CLEANING Gutters and downspouts
BEFORE
Specializing in residential properties, Pierce Building Services will be the last company you ever have to call for any roof cleaning, pressure washing or window cleaning needs. As a family owned and run company, their best source of advertisement is a customer who is thrilled with the results. What does roof cleaning entail? Each roof is given a visual inspection and is cleaned to remove all debris, dirt, mold, mildew and algae. During each roof cleaning, the gutters and downspouts are also cleaned to make sure everything is free flowing. The final step is to put a fungicide on the roof to help repel the mildew and algae from returning.
AFTER
Is having my roof cleaned really “safe”? Yes, but only if it’s done by a licensed and experienced technician. Having your roof cleaned will actually help prolong the life of your roof by keeping it in the best possible condition for the age of the roof. How do you clean a roof? The process varies depending on the type of roof, i.e., shingle, tile or metal, but the end result is the same—your roof can look like new. Call our office for details on the exact method of cleaning for your particular roof.
Will having my roof cleaned kill my plants? This is a very important question. With over 20 years of experience, we can clean any type of roof safely and effectively without harming any plants, grass or landscaping below the roof line. How long will my roof stay clean? There are too many varying factors to be sure, but we do offer a Roof Maintenance Program that guarantees your roof will never get dirty again. There are no contracts, and the cost of the maintenance is nominal compared to having your roof cleaned every few years.
Toby with Pierce Building Services has been taking care of our home semiannually in Keene’s Pointe for seven years. Our red tile roof stays pristine. This company is the only one I trust to not damage the delicate tiles or use harsh chemicals that would damage our shrubs. They are always professional and easy to work with. I would highly recommend their maintenance program! — Julie H
VISIT US ONLINE! piercebuildingservices.com
FREE ESTIMATES
407-218-5965
Residential & Commercial Family Owned & Operated
FROM YOUR ROOFTOP TO YOUR PAV ERS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN Our goal is to exceed your expectations
ROOF CLEANING Safe and environmentally friendly
PRESSURE WASHING High and low, all surfaces
WINDOW CLEANING Interior and exterior
GUTTER CLEANING Gutters and downspouts
BEFORE
Specializing in residential properties, Pierce Building Services will be the last company you ever have to call for any roof cleaning, pressure washing or window cleaning needs. As a family owned and run company, their best source of advertisement is a customer who is thrilled with the results. What does roof cleaning entail? Each roof is given a visual inspection and is cleaned to remove all debris, dirt, mold, mildew and algae. During each roof cleaning, the gutters and downspouts are also cleaned to make sure everything is free flowing. The final step is to put a fungicide on the roof to help repel the mildew and algae from returning.
AFTER
Is having my roof cleaned really “safe”? Yes, but only if it’s done by a licensed and experienced technician. Having your roof cleaned will actually help prolong the life of your roof by keeping it in the best possible condition for the age of the roof. How do you clean a roof? The process varies depending on the type of roof, i.e., shingle, tile or metal, but the end result is the same—your roof can look like new. Call our office for details on the exact method of cleaning for your particular roof.
Will having my roof cleaned kill my plants? This is a very important question. With over 20 years of experience, we can clean any type of roof safely and effectively without harming any plants, grass or landscaping below the roof line. How long will my roof stay clean? There are too many varying factors to be sure, but we do offer a Roof Maintenance Program that guarantees your roof will never get dirty again. There are no contracts, and the cost of the maintenance is nominal compared to having your roof cleaned every few years.
Toby with Pierce Building Services has been taking care of our home semiannually in Keene’s Pointe for seven years. Our red tile roof stays pristine. This company is the only one I trust to not damage the delicate tiles or use harsh chemicals that would damage our shrubs. They are always professional and easy to work with. I would highly recommend their maintenance program! — Julie H
VISIT US ONLINE! piercebuildingservices.com
FREE ESTIMATES
407-218-5965
Residential & Commercial Family Owned & Operated
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Premier Pools See pages 11 & 22-23
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From Your Rooftop to Your Pavers and Everything in between Specializing in residential properties, Pierce Building Services will be the last company you ever have to call for any roof cleaning, pressure washing or window cleaning needs.
14 People Like Doing Business with Winners by Ilyne Hayes NewSouth Window Solutions recently celebrated their 11th anniversary providing Florida homeowners with the Ultimate Florida Window, which combines energy efficiency and hurricane protection. 16 Give Your Vehicles a Home That’s as Special as They Are by Ilyne Hayes Advanced Coating Technologies offers an almost-unlimited selection of floor coating colors and designs so your decorative concrete floor can be as unique and special as your vehicles.
18 A Dream Home, Indoors and Out by Jill Cousins S&W Kitchens can help you utilize your outdoor space in the best possible ways. 20 Stunning, Unique, and Strong by Ilyne Hayes An Abby Iron Door on your front door is like hanging a museum-quality painting in your home. 22 Best Quality, Great Design by Ilyne Hayes There’s a reason why, for the past three years in a row, Premier Pools of Central Florida, Inc. has won Best Pool Builder in Central Florida. 24 See and Feel the Difference with Window Film by Jill Cousins Among those benefits of window film are lower energy bills; reduced glare, fading and dust; and increased safety, security and privacy.
26 They’ve Got You Covered! by Ilyne Hayes LYFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions’ pergolas have many smart features available, including wind and rain sensors, so that your pergola can automatically act to protect your outdoor living space. 28 Standard of Excellence by Ilyne Hayes Installing their own manufactured products eliminates the middleman and allows MY Shower Door to offer competitive pricing to their customers. 32 Beautiful Fences Built to Last Both residentially and commercially, Mossy Oak Fence continues to be your trusted source for high-end, custom fencing.
34 Custom-Built to Fit Your Space, and Your Tastes by Ilyne Hayes Closet Factory will help your living areas become more enjoyable and functional. 36 Are Motorized Retractable Screens Right for You and Your Family? Retractable screens are available in many different densities of solar screens to block out the heat and glare of the sun and can be rolled down, on demand as needed. 38 Get Your EMPIRE Zoysia Lawn Ready for Fall! by Ilyne Hayes Developed to thrive in Florida’s climate, EMPIRE Zoysia features superior wear tolerance while feeling softer underfoot.
VOL 22-03
18
39 13
28
27
34 COVER
CONTENTS
FALL 2022
Premier Pools See pages 11 & 22-23
ARTICLES 4
From Your Rooftop to Your Pavers and Everything in between Specializing in residential properties, Pierce Building Services will be the last company you ever have to call for any roof cleaning, pressure washing or window cleaning needs.
14 People Like Doing Business with Winners by Ilyne Hayes NewSouth Window Solutions recently celebrated their 11th anniversary providing Florida homeowners with the Ultimate Florida Window, which combines energy efficiency and hurricane protection. 16 Give Your Vehicles a Home That’s as Special as They Are by Ilyne Hayes Advanced Coating Technologies offers an almost-unlimited selection of floor coating colors and designs so your decorative concrete floor can be as unique and special as your vehicles.
18 A Dream Home, Indoors and Out by Jill Cousins S&W Kitchens can help you utilize your outdoor space in the best possible ways. 20 Stunning, Unique, and Strong by Ilyne Hayes An Abby Iron Door on your front door is like hanging a museum-quality painting in your home. 22 Best Quality, Great Design by Ilyne Hayes There’s a reason why, for the past three years in a row, Premier Pools of Central Florida, Inc. has won Best Pool Builder in Central Florida. 24 See and Feel the Difference with Window Film by Jill Cousins Among those benefits of window film are lower energy bills; reduced glare, fading and dust; and increased safety, security and privacy.
26 They’ve Got You Covered! by Ilyne Hayes LYFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions’ pergolas have many smart features available, including wind and rain sensors, so that your pergola can automatically act to protect your outdoor living space. 28 Standard of Excellence by Ilyne Hayes Installing their own manufactured products eliminates the middleman and allows MY Shower Door to offer competitive pricing to their customers. 32 Beautiful Fences Built to Last Both residentially and commercially, Mossy Oak Fence continues to be your trusted source for high-end, custom fencing.
34 Custom-Built to Fit Your Space, and Your Tastes by Ilyne Hayes Closet Factory will help your living areas become more enjoyable and functional. 36 Are Motorized Retractable Screens Right for You and Your Family? Retractable screens are available in many different densities of solar screens to block out the heat and glare of the sun and can be rolled down, on demand as needed. 38 Get Your EMPIRE Zoysia Lawn Ready for Fall! by Ilyne Hayes Developed to thrive in Florida’s climate, EMPIRE Zoysia features superior wear tolerance while feeling softer underfoot.
Get Organized. Stay Organized. Just as there a many different types and shapes of closets, there are many kinds of closet organizers available to suit the needs of any home. Well-made, built-in systems increase storage and keep the closet organized. With a wide variety of colors, textures and lighting options, your closet organizer can be tailored to suit your specific tastes. Adding LED lighting can help illuminate specialty items. Embellishments like crown molding can enhance the look and feel of your closet organization system. The options are truly limitless when it comes to closet storage design.
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PERGOLAS • ROOF SYSTEMS • AWNINGS UMBRELLAS • SCREENS • CANOPIES
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Minimum purchase required. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.
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Call (407) 218-6119 for a free in-home design consultation and estimate or visit us online at closetfactory.com ©2022 Closet Factory. All rights reserved. Lic #C10858
CLOSETS • GARAGE • HOME OFFICE • WALL UNITS ENTERTAINMENT • WALL BEDS • PANTRY • CRAFT ROOM LAUNDRY • MUD ROOM • WINE ROOM
Get Organized. Stay Organized. Just as there a many different types and shapes of closets, there are many kinds of closet organizers available to suit the needs of any home. Well-made, built-in systems increase storage and keep the closet organized. With a wide variety of colors, textures and lighting options, your closet organizer can be tailored to suit your specific tastes. Adding LED lighting can help illuminate specialty items. Embellishments like crown molding can enhance the look and feel of your closet organization system. The options are truly limitless when it comes to closet storage design.
300
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PERGOLAS • ROOF SYSTEMS • AWNINGS UMBRELLAS • SCREENS • CANOPIES
off
plus free installation
Minimum purchase required. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.
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(407) 641-3891 LYFEoutdoorcomfort.com
Call (407) 218-6119 for a free in-home design consultation and estimate or visit us online at closetfactory.com ©2022 Closet Factory. All rights reserved. Lic #C10858
CLOSETS • GARAGE • HOME OFFICE • WALL UNITS ENTERTAINMENT • WALL BEDS • PANTRY • CRAFT ROOM LAUNDRY • MUD ROOM • WINE ROOM
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Awesome Autumn Opportunities!
From cooler days to longer nights, autumn in Florida can be lovely. Before you get inundated with holiday guests, you need to tackle that mile long home improvement list you’ve been avoiding. Professional cleaning goes a long way to beautifying your home and giving you peace of mind. Your stone floors, showers, roof, windows, gutters and pavers can all benefit from a thorough washing. How organized are your closets, garage and pantry? Imagine your guests’ envy when they see your brand new kitchen or bath or a show stopping iron front door. You can get on that to do list right now by calling the many reputable companies and experts in the pages of Florida Home. These competent professionals will help guide you through stunning remodels of your entire home and property. We hope you enjoy this gorgeous autumn season.
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Awesome Autumn Opportunities!
From cooler days to longer nights, autumn in Florida can be lovely. Before you get inundated with holiday guests, you need to tackle that mile long home improvement list you’ve been avoiding. Professional cleaning goes a long way to beautifying your home and giving you peace of mind. Your stone floors, showers, roof, windows, gutters and pavers can all benefit from a thorough washing. How organized are your closets, garage and pantry? Imagine your guests’ envy when they see your brand new kitchen or bath or a show stopping iron front door. You can get on that to do list right now by calling the many reputable companies and experts in the pages of Florida Home. These competent professionals will help guide you through stunning remodels of your entire home and property. We hope you enjoy this gorgeous autumn season.
Publisher K.D. Røhr Creative Director J Peyton Graphic Design Julie Ann Molk Supervising Editor John Peterson Marketing Manager Rebecca Quarter Contributing Writers Ilyne Hayes Jill Cousins Social Media Director Kara Kennedy Photography Lens Life Productions
Network Media Group llc 2840 West Bay Drive, #221 Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770 PHONE 727-517-1082 EMAIL
[email protected] WEB florida-home-magazine.com
@floridahomemagazine
@Floridahomemag
KD Rohr Publisher
CLASSIC • MODERN • FREE FORM INFINITY EDGE • AND MORE SCAN FOR
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Pool design by Andres Acevedo Our knowledgeable and talented designers have the experience, know-how and tools to help you create your backyard paradise.
407.456.7405
premierpoolsofcentralfl.com 4572 N Palmetto Ave • Winter Park LIC #CPC 056822
Photography by Lens Life Productions
OmniLogic
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The opinions expressed in the editorials are those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Florida Home. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, we cannot supervise the way in which information found in Florida Home is used. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. All submitted materials including images, logos and text for advertising and editorial are assumed to be the property of the provider, and Network Media Group can take no responsibility for unintentional copyright infringement. Network Media Group has the right to refuse advertising. CIRCULATION VERIFIED BY U.S. POSTAL RECEIPTS Photography by Lens Life Productions | Photo courtesy Advanced Coating Technologies
Experience the NewSouth Dif ference High Performance & Energy Efficient
L I M I T E D T I M E O N LY 24 MONTHS SPECIAL FINANCING AVAIL ABLE *
On purchases made with your Home Design credit card during 9/1/22 — 11/30/22 *Subject to credit approval. Minimum monthly payments required. See store for details. We reserve the right to discontinue or alter the terms of this offer at any time.
(407) 982-1196 820 E Altamonte Dr • Altamonte Falls, FL 32701
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Experience the NewSouth Dif ference High Performance & Energy Efficient
L I M I T E D T I M E O N LY 24 MONTHS SPECIAL FINANCING AVAIL ABLE *
On purchases made with your Home Design credit card during 9/1/22 — 11/30/22 *Subject to credit approval. Minimum monthly payments required. See store for details. We reserve the right to discontinue or alter the terms of this offer at any time.
(407) 982-1196 820 E Altamonte Dr • Altamonte Falls, FL 32701
NewSouthWindow.com Lic #CRC-1330822, SCC-131151763
M A D E I N F LO R I D A | F O R F LO R I D A H O M E S | BY F LO R I D A W O R K E R S™
BEFORE
People Like Doing Business with Winners
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by Ilyne Hayes ewSouth Window Solutions recently celebrated their 11th anniversary providing Florida homeowners with the Ultimate Florida Window, which combines energy efficiency and hurricane protection. Co-founder and president, Earl Rahn, has reason to celebrate. In March, NewSouth Window Solutions was ranked #1 in the nation by Door and Window Market magazine, one of the top trade publications for the fenestration industry. “It’s amazing to think that you could go, in a little over ten years, from nobody ever heard of you to number one in the entire United States of America, when it comes to companies that manufacture windows and doors and actually sell them direct to the consumer,” Earl remarked. From as recently as 2020 to today, NewSouth Window Solutions has grown from seven factory-direct showrooms in Florida to preparing to open their 17th location, which will be in San Antonio, Texas. The San Antonio location joins the list of seven new showrooms already opened in other Southern states. Earl cited three main reasons for their rapid growth and success: the quality of the products that they manufacture; their high standard of customer service; and the customers themselves. “Our windows and doors are Made in Florida, For Florida Homes, By Florida Workers™,” Earl stated. “We take excellent care of our customers. This means that we manufacture and test our high performance, high impact, energy-efficient windows, like the eVantage 366, as well as all of our windows and doors, to last a lifetime.” To back up their claims, NewSouth provides a lifetime, unconditional, non-prorated warranty on the quality of the product and the quality of the installation.
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The reason why they can warranty their installation (which is extremely rare in the industry), is because they train their installation technicians to be precise in their measurements and workmanship, and to be extremely careful in the customer’s home. “The families who hire us entrust us to work in the sanctity of their home,” Earl explained. “We have to have great respect that we are working in their private residence, which is most likely their greatest investment.” Other than their impact-resistant, Energy Star rated glass doors and windows, the NewSouth factory in Tampa also manufactures Eze-Breeze, a vinyl window and screening system that has customization capabilities with choice of frame, vinyl, and screen colors, and screen opacities. Their high-quality workmanship extends to this product, which allows homeowners to expand their comfortable living space by screening in porches, patios, and garages. The heavy-duty vinyl panels help protect outdoor furniture and fixtures from rain and dust, while the screened panels are there to keep pests out and allow Florida breezes to flow. Besides their precision-made-and-installed products and their incredible lifetime warranty, Earl believes that their success comes from their value proposition. “We offer the consumers absolutely true, factory direct windows and doors, installed. Of course, there’s also the fact that people like doing business with winners.” If you’re ready to invest in the finest windows for a quieter, safer and stronger home, or would like to learn more, call them today at (407) 982-1196 or visit NewSouthWindow.com. q FLORIDA HOME
PAVER CLEANING
RESTORE AND PROTECT Cleaning and sealing your pavers will enhance their color and harden and lock the sand between them. This will help keep them looking cleaner longer. Depending on paver age, absorbency rate, and how many coats are applied will dictate the final sheen level. You can have no shine or a satin shine, depending on lighting angles. Our sealer allows vapor transmission, which is important in Florida because moisture is not trapped which may cause whitening or clouding of the pavers that you may have seen on your neighborhood driveways.
AND SEALING
FREE ESTIMATES
407.298.3132 cleanimageoforlando.com
BEFORE
People Like Doing Business with Winners
N
by Ilyne Hayes ewSouth Window Solutions recently celebrated their 11th anniversary providing Florida homeowners with the Ultimate Florida Window, which combines energy efficiency and hurricane protection. Co-founder and president, Earl Rahn, has reason to celebrate. In March, NewSouth Window Solutions was ranked #1 in the nation by Door and Window Market magazine, one of the top trade publications for the fenestration industry. “It’s amazing to think that you could go, in a little over ten years, from nobody ever heard of you to number one in the entire United States of America, when it comes to companies that manufacture windows and doors and actually sell them direct to the consumer,” Earl remarked. From as recently as 2020 to today, NewSouth Window Solutions has grown from seven factory-direct showrooms in Florida to preparing to open their 17th location, which will be in San Antonio, Texas. The San Antonio location joins the list of seven new showrooms already opened in other Southern states. Earl cited three main reasons for their rapid growth and success: the quality of the products that they manufacture; their high standard of customer service; and the customers themselves. “Our windows and doors are Made in Florida, For Florida Homes, By Florida Workers™,” Earl stated. “We take excellent care of our customers. This means that we manufacture and test our high performance, high impact, energy-efficient windows, like the eVantage 366, as well as all of our windows and doors, to last a lifetime.” To back up their claims, NewSouth provides a lifetime, unconditional, non-prorated warranty on the quality of the product and the quality of the installation.
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The reason why they can warranty their installation (which is extremely rare in the industry), is because they train their installation technicians to be precise in their measurements and workmanship, and to be extremely careful in the customer’s home. “The families who hire us entrust us to work in the sanctity of their home,” Earl explained. “We have to have great respect that we are working in their private residence, which is most likely their greatest investment.” Other than their impact-resistant, Energy Star rated glass doors and windows, the NewSouth factory in Tampa also manufactures Eze-Breeze, a vinyl window and screening system that has customization capabilities with choice of frame, vinyl, and screen colors, and screen opacities. Their high-quality workmanship extends to this product, which allows homeowners to expand their comfortable living space by screening in porches, patios, and garages. The heavy-duty vinyl panels help protect outdoor furniture and fixtures from rain and dust, while the screened panels are there to keep pests out and allow Florida breezes to flow. Besides their precision-made-and-installed products and their incredible lifetime warranty, Earl believes that their success comes from their value proposition. “We offer the consumers absolutely true, factory direct windows and doors, installed. Of course, there’s also the fact that people like doing business with winners.” If you’re ready to invest in the finest windows for a quieter, safer and stronger home, or would like to learn more, call them today at (407) 982-1196 or visit NewSouthWindow.com. q FLORIDA HOME
PAVER CLEANING
RESTORE AND PROTECT Cleaning and sealing your pavers will enhance their color and harden and lock the sand between them. This will help keep them looking cleaner longer. Depending on paver age, absorbency rate, and how many coats are applied will dictate the final sheen level. You can have no shine or a satin shine, depending on lighting angles. Our sealer allows vapor transmission, which is important in Florida because moisture is not trapped which may cause whitening or clouding of the pavers that you may have seen on your neighborhood driveways.
AND SEALING
FREE ESTIMATES
407.298.3132 cleanimageoforlando.com
Give Your Vehicles a Home That’s as Special as They Are
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hen you roll your freshly detailed AstonMartin Vantage into its space next to your prized twin Harleys, you want to know that you’ve put them all to bed in a garage that is clean, free of dust and mold, and is one that reflects your lifestyle choices. Advanced Coating Technologies (ACT), run by Tyler Nelson for the past 25 years, has thousands of happy customers who have chosen ACT for their garage floor coatings. ACT is the leader in garage floor coatings here in Florida, and for good reason: Tyler hires and trains experienced and reliable workers in the best industry-proven techniques of installing garage floors, to ensure your purchase experience with ACT will be outstanding. They have decades of experience and expertise, and are widely known for getting the job done in a professional and timely manner. ACT also offers an almost-unlimited selection of floor coating colors and designs so that your decorative concrete floor can be as unique and special as your vehicles. For example, you can have the rugged Harley-Davidson logo installed on one part of the floor, the elegant Aston-Martin logo on another, and your family crest proudly inscribed between them! Or
by Ilyne Hayes Photography by Lens Life Productions you can have a classic multicolored diamond pattern, or cool “racing” stripes, or almost any design that reflects your unique tastes and personality. The ACT finishes are very stain resistant and easy to clean, so you won’t have to worry about spills and stains that frequently occur in a garage. Dust, mold, and grime are also greatly reduced, so your garage will look as clean and beautiful as the rest of your home. Equally important is the durability factor that ACT’s concrete coatings provide. Tyler Nelson explains, “The level of quality that we provide is unequaled. We create a customized, greatlooking floor that’s durable enough to be used in a commercial environment. One of our customers has a 6,000 square foot garage, and he parks his oversized RV in there, along with his other vehicles. A vehicle of that size and weight is like driving a huge semi with a loaded trailer behind it across his decorative concrete floor. A job like this scares off companies that install cheaper floors because they can’t withstand that type of punishment. Because of the high-quality products we install and the detailed care of the installation, we are confident that our floors will stand the test of time even under strenuous conditions. We also offer the industry’s best warranty, which reflects confidence in our products, workmanship, and customer service.” Call Advanced Coating Technologies today at (407) 678-2411 and let them show you how you can have a garage that will help keep your prized vehicles happy, and that may even make you the envy of the neighborhood! q
If you want the absolute best, look no further. Our designers will walk you through the process of choosing products such as cabinetry, countertops, flooring, fixtures and lighting and make sure they are functional for your space. Your designer and project manager will work together to ensure all installations and services are performed to the highest standards.
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Give Your Vehicles a Home That’s as Special as They Are
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hen you roll your freshly detailed AstonMartin Vantage into its space next to your prized twin Harleys, you want to know that you’ve put them all to bed in a garage that is clean, free of dust and mold, and is one that reflects your lifestyle choices. Advanced Coating Technologies (ACT), run by Tyler Nelson for the past 25 years, has thousands of happy customers who have chosen ACT for their garage floor coatings. ACT is the leader in garage floor coatings here in Florida, and for good reason: Tyler hires and trains experienced and reliable workers in the best industry-proven techniques of installing garage floors, to ensure your purchase experience with ACT will be outstanding. They have decades of experience and expertise, and are widely known for getting the job done in a professional and timely manner. ACT also offers an almost-unlimited selection of floor coating colors and designs so that your decorative concrete floor can be as unique and special as your vehicles. For example, you can have the rugged Harley-Davidson logo installed on one part of the floor, the elegant Aston-Martin logo on another, and your family crest proudly inscribed between them! Or
by Ilyne Hayes Photography by Lens Life Productions you can have a classic multicolored diamond pattern, or cool “racing” stripes, or almost any design that reflects your unique tastes and personality. The ACT finishes are very stain resistant and easy to clean, so you won’t have to worry about spills and stains that frequently occur in a garage. Dust, mold, and grime are also greatly reduced, so your garage will look as clean and beautiful as the rest of your home. Equally important is the durability factor that ACT’s concrete coatings provide. Tyler Nelson explains, “The level of quality that we provide is unequaled. We create a customized, greatlooking floor that’s durable enough to be used in a commercial environment. One of our customers has a 6,000 square foot garage, and he parks his oversized RV in there, along with his other vehicles. A vehicle of that size and weight is like driving a huge semi with a loaded trailer behind it across his decorative concrete floor. A job like this scares off companies that install cheaper floors because they can’t withstand that type of punishment. Because of the high-quality products we install and the detailed care of the installation, we are confident that our floors will stand the test of time even under strenuous conditions. We also offer the industry’s best warranty, which reflects confidence in our products, workmanship, and customer service.” Call Advanced Coating Technologies today at (407) 678-2411 and let them show you how you can have a garage that will help keep your prized vehicles happy, and that may even make you the envy of the neighborhood! q
If you want the absolute best, look no further. Our designers will walk you through the process of choosing products such as cabinetry, countertops, flooring, fixtures and lighting and make sure they are functional for your space. Your designer and project manager will work together to ensure all installations and services are performed to the highest standards.
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ne of the luxuries of Florida living is having almost year-round sunshine and beautiful weather, particularly in the wintertime when most people elsewhere are hunkering inside to stay out of the cold. For Florida homeowners who want to take advantage of that fortunate situation, S&W Kitchens can help you utilize your outdoor space in the best possible ways. One couple, the Karrs, did just that with their lovely lakefront home in Windermere. S&W Kitchens had already renovated the kitchen inside the Karrs’ home, and they were so pleased with the results, they decided to let them transform their screened-in back porch into a spectacular outdoor kitchen. “In Florida, people typically gravitate toward the outdoors, and having an outdoor kitchen gives you the opportunity to entertain outside,” said S&W Kitchens designer Sarah Kraus Bartelson. “The
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Karrs have a great piece of property with a beautiful view of the water, and now they can enjoy more time outside on that back porch.” The challenge was to make the new kitchen and addition blend seamlessly with the existing exterior of the traditional-style home. And S&W Kitchens was up to the challenge. “We wanted it to look like it has always been there, not like it was an addition,” Sarah said. “We wanted the new kitchen to complement the existing integrity and style of the home.” That was, indeed, a challenge. Many of the materials used for the home’s exterior, particularly the brick floor and exterior siding, were no longer in production. S&W Kitchens put in the time to find similar materials and create the cohesive look that the Karrs desired. The result was a spacious outdoor kitchen with a huge grill, tons of amenities, and additional room for entertaining. FLORIDA HOME
“There’s so much more space for eating and entertaining now,” Sarah added, “and they can also cook on the grill and use the sink for an easy clean-up.” The renovation gave the Karrs their dream outdoor kitchen, complete with grill and stainless steel features including a pullout trash can, under-cabinet refrigerator, and an ice machine. A brick backsplash neatly matches the brick herringbone flooring,
and large format porcelain tiles create a stunning accent for the spacious countertops. “We are general building contractors, so we can do as much or as little as you want,” Sarah said. “We can do a simple little bathroom remodel or whole exterior or interior additions.” So, what’s your next project? S&W Kitchens is ready to help make it happen. Just give them a call. q
Our showrooms feature the latest kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, countertops, flooring, plumbing fixtures, lighting fixtures and other accessories. Come in and be inspired. 461 East SR 434 • Longwood, FL 32750 955 North Orange Ave • Winter Park, FL 32789
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A Dream Home, Indoors and Out by Jill Cousins Photography by Rickie Agapito, Aofotos
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ne of the luxuries of Florida living is having almost year-round sunshine and beautiful weather, particularly in the wintertime when most people elsewhere are hunkering inside to stay out of the cold. For Florida homeowners who want to take advantage of that fortunate situation, S&W Kitchens can help you utilize your outdoor space in the best possible ways. One couple, the Karrs, did just that with their lovely lakefront home in Windermere. S&W Kitchens had already renovated the kitchen inside the Karrs’ home, and they were so pleased with the results, they decided to let them transform their screened-in back porch into a spectacular outdoor kitchen. “In Florida, people typically gravitate toward the outdoors, and having an outdoor kitchen gives you the opportunity to entertain outside,” said S&W Kitchens designer Sarah Kraus Bartelson. “The
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Space designed by Sarah Kraus Bartelson
Karrs have a great piece of property with a beautiful view of the water, and now they can enjoy more time outside on that back porch.” The challenge was to make the new kitchen and addition blend seamlessly with the existing exterior of the traditional-style home. And S&W Kitchens was up to the challenge. “We wanted it to look like it has always been there, not like it was an addition,” Sarah said. “We wanted the new kitchen to complement the existing integrity and style of the home.” That was, indeed, a challenge. Many of the materials used for the home’s exterior, particularly the brick floor and exterior siding, were no longer in production. S&W Kitchens put in the time to find similar materials and create the cohesive look that the Karrs desired. The result was a spacious outdoor kitchen with a huge grill, tons of amenities, and additional room for entertaining. FLORIDA HOME
“There’s so much more space for eating and entertaining now,” Sarah added, “and they can also cook on the grill and use the sink for an easy clean-up.” The renovation gave the Karrs their dream outdoor kitchen, complete with grill and stainless steel features including a pullout trash can, under-cabinet refrigerator, and an ice machine. A brick backsplash neatly matches the brick herringbone flooring,
and large format porcelain tiles create a stunning accent for the spacious countertops. “We are general building contractors, so we can do as much or as little as you want,” Sarah said. “We can do a simple little bathroom remodel or whole exterior or interior additions.” So, what’s your next project? S&W Kitchens is ready to help make it happen. Just give them a call. q
Our showrooms feature the latest kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, countertops, flooring, plumbing fixtures, lighting fixtures and other accessories. Come in and be inspired. 461 East SR 434 • Longwood, FL 32750 955 North Orange Ave • Winter Park, FL 32789
407.965.1115
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Stunning, Unique, and Strong
Imagine your floors
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ur custom iron doors are a piece of art, and having one on your front door is like hanging a museum-quality painting in your home,” Tara Clinton, the Florida Design Consultant for Abby Iron Doors, explains. “The goal is not to ‘match’ your home. The goal is to create unexpected beauty as you approach your front door.” Abby Iron Doors is more than a stunning work of art for the entrance into your home. Their iron doors, which have been Florida Hurricane Certified since 2010, provide security that few other doors can match. No one is going to kick in an iron door, and with operable glass on the interior of the door and the scroll to the exterior, you can stay safely in your home while having a conversation or receiving a package with anyone who comes to your door. Also, in the case of a hurricane, you will not have to shutter, and if you’re between two houses, you are able to leave with an extra sense of security. The tight seals afford an extra bonus, which is the ability to keep outside creatures, like snakes and crawling insects, outside. Another great benefit to having an Abby Iron Door in your entrance is the unique way you can design the handcrafted iron scrollwork and the style of glass with both clear and distorted options to control how much light you want flowing in, compared to how much privacy you prefer. Selections of the hardware and finish color also make the door uniquely yours. You really get to sit down and design your own door and show your friends and family your masterpiece.
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If your look is more modern and you want to focus on the view outside, Abby Iron Doors also makes Florida Hurricane Certified steel doors with the same attention to durability and craftsmanship. These grid-style doors use SPG glass, which is far stronger than most standard impact glass, and they finish the steel frames with an automotive-like finish for longevity and to protect from Florida weather. Whatever your style, Tara will be there to make sure you are getting doors that will delight you. She’ll talk with you to get an idea of the look you are wanting to achieve and have you text or email a photo of your house with your current door. With this information, you will be provided with three options superimposed on your home and a rough estimate. The next step is to sit down together to review finishes, discuss design and take measurements to get you all set with your custom new door. “By the time I come out to the client’s home for our two-hour appointment,” stated Tara, “I go over everything very carefully and answer all their questions and concerns. It’s so valuable to sit with the client in their home to get a feel for their home, style, and personality. The view of the door from the inside is important, too. It’s usually the focal point of the space, and when I help clients see this, many times they will amend the design.” Tara is excited that soon customer care will be taken up another notch with the opening of a huge Abby Iron Doors facility in Brandon. “We’ve greatly built up our Florida business. Clients ask every day for a showroom, and it was time to grow as a company and to open a new local brick and mortar warehouse, showroom, and office,” Tara explained. For more information and a free estimate, call Abby Iron Doors today at (321) 408-3012, and visit AbbyIronDoors.com to see an extensive array of their beautiful designs. q FLORIDA HOME
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“
ur custom iron doors are a piece of art, and having one on your front door is like hanging a museum-quality painting in your home,” Tara Clinton, the Florida Design Consultant for Abby Iron Doors, explains. “The goal is not to ‘match’ your home. The goal is to create unexpected beauty as you approach your front door.” Abby Iron Doors is more than a stunning work of art for the entrance into your home. Their iron doors, which have been Florida Hurricane Certified since 2010, provide security that few other doors can match. No one is going to kick in an iron door, and with operable glass on the interior of the door and the scroll to the exterior, you can stay safely in your home while having a conversation or receiving a package with anyone who comes to your door. Also, in the case of a hurricane, you will not have to shutter, and if you’re between two houses, you are able to leave with an extra sense of security. The tight seals afford an extra bonus, which is the ability to keep outside creatures, like snakes and crawling insects, outside. Another great benefit to having an Abby Iron Door in your entrance is the unique way you can design the handcrafted iron scrollwork and the style of glass with both clear and distorted options to control how much light you want flowing in, compared to how much privacy you prefer. Selections of the hardware and finish color also make the door uniquely yours. You really get to sit down and design your own door and show your friends and family your masterpiece.
the cleanest they can be
If your look is more modern and you want to focus on the view outside, Abby Iron Doors also makes Florida Hurricane Certified steel doors with the same attention to durability and craftsmanship. These grid-style doors use SPG glass, which is far stronger than most standard impact glass, and they finish the steel frames with an automotive-like finish for longevity and to protect from Florida weather. Whatever your style, Tara will be there to make sure you are getting doors that will delight you. She’ll talk with you to get an idea of the look you are wanting to achieve and have you text or email a photo of your house with your current door. With this information, you will be provided with three options superimposed on your home and a rough estimate. The next step is to sit down together to review finishes, discuss design and take measurements to get you all set with your custom new door. “By the time I come out to the client’s home for our two-hour appointment,” stated Tara, “I go over everything very carefully and answer all their questions and concerns. It’s so valuable to sit with the client in their home to get a feel for their home, style, and personality. The view of the door from the inside is important, too. It’s usually the focal point of the space, and when I help clients see this, many times they will amend the design.” Tara is excited that soon customer care will be taken up another notch with the opening of a huge Abby Iron Doors facility in Brandon. “We’ve greatly built up our Florida business. Clients ask every day for a showroom, and it was time to grow as a company and to open a new local brick and mortar warehouse, showroom, and office,” Tara explained. For more information and a free estimate, call Abby Iron Doors today at (321) 408-3012, and visit AbbyIronDoors.com to see an extensive array of their beautiful designs. q FLORIDA HOME
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Best Quality, Great Design by Ilyne Hayes
Photography by Lens Life Productions
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esigning and building a topquality custom swimming pool takes a lot of knowledge, skill, and hard work. While many designers have innate artistic skills, a good designer should know how to think “outside the box” to interpret the client’s tastes and wishes so that the finished product will reflect just that. Understanding proportion is very important, so that the pool area aligns with the scale and layout of the house and yard. A good designer should be familiar with all local building codes and permitting restrictions. Knowing the operation of the pools and spas, and the various functions of upgraded plumbing, water and lighting features, is necessary. A great designer should have all these skills and knowledge, plus the expertise of a well-established, reputable pool company to construct the designer’s plans into reality. Andres Acevedo has been a successful swimming pool designer with Premier Pools of Central Florida, Inc. (PPCF) for over a decade, with the aforementioned qualifications that make him great at what should be considered a very complex and at times, difficult, job. Andres, however, doesn’t think of his job as difficult. On the contrary, he has stated that he feels that working for PPCF is easy. “Because of the owners’ integrity, I’m able to not worry about the people I work with, everything they do, and the products and services they provide. I know that they always do what’s right for our clients. Premier Pools of Central Florida has, during its twenty-seven years in business, earned its stellar reputation, and that is what makes my job easy.” An ongoing, eight-year relationship with Valdara Custom Homes is also part of what makes Andres feel like his job is easy. He works closely with the builder during the home’s construction to come up with ideas for the pool’s design, and later, meets with the new homeowner to make final selections. Designing this Winter Park home, Andres had several considerations, including allowing for plenty of shallow space for the children to play, while leaving a comfortable amount of deeper area for the adults to swim. Valdara Custom
Pool Designed by Andres Acevedo
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Homes also emphasized that the home was designed so that there would be a clear view directly from the entry of the house, all the way through to several large windows at the back, which suggested placement for the spa. There were drainage considerations due to property slopes and setbacks, so Andres had to get extra creative on how to design this pool so that it was simple, yet had style and flow, but didn’t appear to be crammed into the limited space. The end result was this very modern, geometric pool and spa that gave the new homeowner all the features they wanted, including colored LED bubblers in the sunshelf, and a long shallow trough that connects the spa to the pool, giving the children additional play space. “This pool was built to have the least amount of maintenance, and to give the owners peace of mind,” Andres said. “All of the equipment is top of the line and Energy-Star rated. We installed the Omnilogic Automation System which controls the pump, lights, and heater through Alexa or a phone app. With the Sense and Dispense System that was added, the homeowner never has to worry about the water’s pH and chlorine levels.” There’s a reason why, for the past three years in a row, PPCF has won Best Pool Builder in Central Florida. Andres explained, “All of our materials and equipment are top grade, we don’t use standard anything. We have the same carefully trained crews to build all of our pools. We are there for the homeowner during and after the build. At the end of the day, the easy part is building the pool. The hard part is ten years later, finding a builder who is still around, let alone stands by their product. With Premier Pools of Central Florida that isn’t a concern. They have been in business for twenty-seven years and will continue to do business for many years to come. As their track record has proven, they are here to stay.” When you are ready to create your dream pool, whether simple or extravagant, just give the folks at Premier Pools of Central Florida a call at (407) 456-7405 and visit them online at premierpoolsofcentralfl.com to see more examples of their amazing work. They are the best pool contractors in Central Florida, and they will make it happen. q FALL 2022 | 23
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Best Quality, Great Design by Ilyne Hayes
Photography by Lens Life Productions
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esigning and building a topquality custom swimming pool takes a lot of knowledge, skill, and hard work. While many designers have innate artistic skills, a good designer should know how to think “outside the box” to interpret the client’s tastes and wishes so that the finished product will reflect just that. Understanding proportion is very important, so that the pool area aligns with the scale and layout of the house and yard. A good designer should be familiar with all local building codes and permitting restrictions. Knowing the operation of the pools and spas, and the various functions of upgraded plumbing, water and lighting features, is necessary. A great designer should have all these skills and knowledge, plus the expertise of a well-established, reputable pool company to construct the designer’s plans into reality. Andres Acevedo has been a successful swimming pool designer with Premier Pools of Central Florida, Inc. (PPCF) for over a decade, with the aforementioned qualifications that make him great at what should be considered a very complex and at times, difficult, job. Andres, however, doesn’t think of his job as difficult. On the contrary, he has stated that he feels that working for PPCF is easy. “Because of the owners’ integrity, I’m able to not worry about the people I work with, everything they do, and the products and services they provide. I know that they always do what’s right for our clients. Premier Pools of Central Florida has, during its twenty-seven years in business, earned its stellar reputation, and that is what makes my job easy.” An ongoing, eight-year relationship with Valdara Custom Homes is also part of what makes Andres feel like his job is easy. He works closely with the builder during the home’s construction to come up with ideas for the pool’s design, and later, meets with the new homeowner to make final selections. Designing this Winter Park home, Andres had several considerations, including allowing for plenty of shallow space for the children to play, while leaving a comfortable amount of deeper area for the adults to swim. Valdara Custom
Pool Designed by Andres Acevedo
FLORIDA HOME
FLORIDA HOME
Homes also emphasized that the home was designed so that there would be a clear view directly from the entry of the house, all the way through to several large windows at the back, which suggested placement for the spa. There were drainage considerations due to property slopes and setbacks, so Andres had to get extra creative on how to design this pool so that it was simple, yet had style and flow, but didn’t appear to be crammed into the limited space. The end result was this very modern, geometric pool and spa that gave the new homeowner all the features they wanted, including colored LED bubblers in the sunshelf, and a long shallow trough that connects the spa to the pool, giving the children additional play space. “This pool was built to have the least amount of maintenance, and to give the owners peace of mind,” Andres said. “All of the equipment is top of the line and Energy-Star rated. We installed the Omnilogic Automation System which controls the pump, lights, and heater through Alexa or a phone app. With the Sense and Dispense System that was added, the homeowner never has to worry about the water’s pH and chlorine levels.” There’s a reason why, for the past three years in a row, PPCF has won Best Pool Builder in Central Florida. Andres explained, “All of our materials and equipment are top grade, we don’t use standard anything. We have the same carefully trained crews to build all of our pools. We are there for the homeowner during and after the build. At the end of the day, the easy part is building the pool. The hard part is ten years later, finding a builder who is still around, let alone stands by their product. With Premier Pools of Central Florida that isn’t a concern. They have been in business for twenty-seven years and will continue to do business for many years to come. As their track record has proven, they are here to stay.” When you are ready to create your dream pool, whether simple or extravagant, just give the folks at Premier Pools of Central Florida a call at (407) 456-7405 and visit them online at premierpoolsofcentralfl.com to see more examples of their amazing work. They are the best pool contractors in Central Florida, and they will make it happen. q FALL 2022 | 23
See and Feel the Difference with Window Film
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s vice president and sales manager of Advanced Film Solutions, Inc., Adam Feldman knows what most people envision when they hear the words “window film.” They think about that cheap-looking purple bubbly stuff on the windows of beat-up old cars. But in reality, high-quality window film is an amazingly versatile product that can transform your home in so many remarkable ways. As winners of the Window Film Magazine 2015 and 2018 Southeast Dealer of the Year Award and the 2020 U.S. Dealer of the Year Award, Adam and the folks at Advanced Film Solutions are especially qualified to help you discover the wonderful world of window film. “Window film is the best product you’ve never heard of,” said Adam, who co-founded Advanced Film Solutions with his parents, Mike and Michele, in 2007. “Most people know that car tinting will keep the inside of their vehicles cooler and more comfortable, but it doesn’t register that window film can do the same thing for their homes.” Advanced Film Solutions is changing that perception. Word is getting out about the benefits of applying one of its many varieties of top-of-the-line window film treatments to the windows of residential or commercial properties. Among those benefits: lower energy bills; reduced glare, fading and dust; and increased safety, security and privacy. Advanced Film Solutions also sells decorative opaque window film to add to your home’s beauty and décor. The possibilities are endless! Instead of paying thousands of dollars for new dual-pane windows
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by Jill Cousins
Photography by Lens Life Productions
or fancy window treatments, you can reap many of the same benefits for a fraction of the cost with window film. Advanced Film Solutions’ products also come with a transferable lifetime warranty. In the Orlando area, the company is a preferred contractor of the Orlando Utilities Commission. “People have no idea this one product does so many things,” said Adam. No one is better suited to help you discover all the wonders of window film than Adam and his family. Mike Feldman spent 33 years working for the 3M Company, ultimately becoming national sales manager of its Window Film Division. The family moved to Florida from New Jersey in the early 1990s, when Adam was seven years old, and he recalls countless drives in the family car where window film was the main topic of conversation, while listening to their favorite singers on the radio. “It was George Michael, Elton John, Billy Joel and window film,” Adam recalled, with a smile. “I got involved with window film super early.” Adam said the window film bug bit him after he worked his first summer job at age 16 at a large window film company, and a few years later, the family decided to open Advanced Film Solutions. Mike’s experience and expertise enabled the company to pick only the finest products and installers to provide the very best for its thousands of satisfied customers. To find out how window film can transform your home or business, call (407) 218-6228 for a free quote or visit AdvancedFilmFL.com for more information. q FLORIDA HOME
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See and Feel the Difference with Window Film
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s vice president and sales manager of Advanced Film Solutions, Inc., Adam Feldman knows what most people envision when they hear the words “window film.” They think about that cheap-looking purple bubbly stuff on the windows of beat-up old cars. But in reality, high-quality window film is an amazingly versatile product that can transform your home in so many remarkable ways. As winners of the Window Film Magazine 2015 and 2018 Southeast Dealer of the Year Award and the 2020 U.S. Dealer of the Year Award, Adam and the folks at Advanced Film Solutions are especially qualified to help you discover the wonderful world of window film. “Window film is the best product you’ve never heard of,” said Adam, who co-founded Advanced Film Solutions with his parents, Mike and Michele, in 2007. “Most people know that car tinting will keep the inside of their vehicles cooler and more comfortable, but it doesn’t register that window film can do the same thing for their homes.” Advanced Film Solutions is changing that perception. Word is getting out about the benefits of applying one of its many varieties of top-of-the-line window film treatments to the windows of residential or commercial properties. Among those benefits: lower energy bills; reduced glare, fading and dust; and increased safety, security and privacy. Advanced Film Solutions also sells decorative opaque window film to add to your home’s beauty and décor. The possibilities are endless! Instead of paying thousands of dollars for new dual-pane windows
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by Jill Cousins
Photography by Lens Life Productions
or fancy window treatments, you can reap many of the same benefits for a fraction of the cost with window film. Advanced Film Solutions’ products also come with a transferable lifetime warranty. In the Orlando area, the company is a preferred contractor of the Orlando Utilities Commission. “People have no idea this one product does so many things,” said Adam. No one is better suited to help you discover all the wonders of window film than Adam and his family. Mike Feldman spent 33 years working for the 3M Company, ultimately becoming national sales manager of its Window Film Division. The family moved to Florida from New Jersey in the early 1990s, when Adam was seven years old, and he recalls countless drives in the family car where window film was the main topic of conversation, while listening to their favorite singers on the radio. “It was George Michael, Elton John, Billy Joel and window film,” Adam recalled, with a smile. “I got involved with window film super early.” Adam said the window film bug bit him after he worked his first summer job at age 16 at a large window film company, and a few years later, the family decided to open Advanced Film Solutions. Mike’s experience and expertise enabled the company to pick only the finest products and installers to provide the very best for its thousands of satisfied customers. To find out how window film can transform your home or business, call (407) 218-6228 for a free quote or visit AdvancedFilmFL.com for more information. q FLORIDA HOME
MOSQUITO MISTING SYSTEMS • MOSQUITO GO • MOSQUITO BARRIER Protecting Your Family and Pets from Biting Insects... One Yard at a Time Our mosquito control experts take the time to learn about your insect problems and create a custom solution for your specific property, goals, and needs. While mosquitoes and no-see-ums are the most common issues, our products and systems are also effective at killing and repelling spiders, wasps, flies, lake midges (blind mosquitoes), and up to 250 other types of insects. SCAN FOR
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YFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions has made it their mission to help Florida families live their fullest everyday, outdoors. Pesky insects ruining your kids’ outside playtime? LYFE’s A-Niks division has multiple solutions for pest control. Is the summer heat or winter chill making your barbecue guests uncomfortable? LYFE’s Ventizio department knows what to do to keep your guests and family enjoying your outdoor space at any temperature. Do you find that our bright, Florida sun at times makes your entire patio almost unbearable between the glare and hot sunlight beating down on you? Good news… LYFE’s Vyzione line has got you covered for this issue too! Vyzione is the shade and structure division of LYFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions. They represent and professionally install many different types of shading solutions, including retractable screens, retractable awnings, and the amazing StruXure pergola systems. Retracting screens, which are commonly used to keep flying pests at bay, are also great for keeping the glare off your patio and can add a layer of privacy from unwanted eyes, depending on the opacity of screening used. “I have one on my patio that is 80 percent opaque,” Debbie Erturk, owner of LYFE along with her husband, Al, stated. “It allows for great privacy, reduces glare, wind, and rain, and at night when
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we use our projector, the screen becomes a Jumbotron!” Another popular item that Vyzione provides are retractable awnings, but not the ubiquitous, flimsy awnings that often look ragged in just a short time. Vyzione’s awnings use a much higher end European-designed fabric that has been specially UV rated for Florida’s brutal sunshine, and are available in longer widths and deeper projections due to their sturdy mechanisms and expert installation. StruXure pergolas allow you to control the sunlight and protect your patio from sudden showers because of their uniquely designed louvers that pivot a full 170 degrees. “One of the things I love about these pergolas is that they have engineered a built-in gutter system,” Debbie explained. “If they didn’t have that, almost every time you opened the louvers, the water would spill all over your patio furniture and you, which defeats the purpose of closing them in the first place!” These rugged pergolas offer several different facades to work with your home’s architecture. They have many smart features available, including wind and rain sensors, so that your pergola can automatically act to protect your outdoor living space. LYFE’s Turbo Cool and lighting can be integrated into the pergolas at their factory in Tampa, adding even more comfort to your patio. FLORIDA HOME
“Besides our top-quality products, what sets us apart from everyone else, is that we are a licensed general contractor. We pull all proper permitting, and unlike other companies, we don’t hire day labor.” Debbie said. “We are blessed to have a great retention rate with our installation technicians, who have been trained in the correct way to install for hurricane ratings. At the end of the installation, the homeowner is given a thorough orientation on functionality and controls. We go a step beyond to make sure that our customers are completely satisfied.” The knowledgeable staff at LYFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions can provide the perfect structure that will allow you to experience your perfect dream of a patio. q
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YFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions has made it their mission to help Florida families live their fullest everyday, outdoors. Pesky insects ruining your kids’ outside playtime? LYFE’s A-Niks division has multiple solutions for pest control. Is the summer heat or winter chill making your barbecue guests uncomfortable? LYFE’s Ventizio department knows what to do to keep your guests and family enjoying your outdoor space at any temperature. Do you find that our bright, Florida sun at times makes your entire patio almost unbearable between the glare and hot sunlight beating down on you? Good news… LYFE’s Vyzione line has got you covered for this issue too! Vyzione is the shade and structure division of LYFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions. They represent and professionally install many different types of shading solutions, including retractable screens, retractable awnings, and the amazing StruXure pergola systems. Retracting screens, which are commonly used to keep flying pests at bay, are also great for keeping the glare off your patio and can add a layer of privacy from unwanted eyes, depending on the opacity of screening used. “I have one on my patio that is 80 percent opaque,” Debbie Erturk, owner of LYFE along with her husband, Al, stated. “It allows for great privacy, reduces glare, wind, and rain, and at night when
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we use our projector, the screen becomes a Jumbotron!” Another popular item that Vyzione provides are retractable awnings, but not the ubiquitous, flimsy awnings that often look ragged in just a short time. Vyzione’s awnings use a much higher end European-designed fabric that has been specially UV rated for Florida’s brutal sunshine, and are available in longer widths and deeper projections due to their sturdy mechanisms and expert installation. StruXure pergolas allow you to control the sunlight and protect your patio from sudden showers because of their uniquely designed louvers that pivot a full 170 degrees. “One of the things I love about these pergolas is that they have engineered a built-in gutter system,” Debbie explained. “If they didn’t have that, almost every time you opened the louvers, the water would spill all over your patio furniture and you, which defeats the purpose of closing them in the first place!” These rugged pergolas offer several different facades to work with your home’s architecture. They have many smart features available, including wind and rain sensors, so that your pergola can automatically act to protect your outdoor living space. LYFE’s Turbo Cool and lighting can be integrated into the pergolas at their factory in Tampa, adding even more comfort to your patio. FLORIDA HOME
“Besides our top-quality products, what sets us apart from everyone else, is that we are a licensed general contractor. We pull all proper permitting, and unlike other companies, we don’t hire day labor.” Debbie said. “We are blessed to have a great retention rate with our installation technicians, who have been trained in the correct way to install for hurricane ratings. At the end of the installation, the homeowner is given a thorough orientation on functionality and controls. We go a step beyond to make sure that our customers are completely satisfied.” The knowledgeable staff at LYFE Outdoor Comfort Solutions can provide the perfect structure that will allow you to experience your perfect dream of a patio. q
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SHOWER DOORS | CUSTOM GLASS | HARDWARE LESS METAL | LESS CLEANING | MORE VISIBILITY RANKED IN
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hen talking to Bill Daubmann, owner of MY Shower Door and MY Architectural Glass, it becomes apparent why his companies are so successful. His enthusiasm, positive outlook and energy are uplifting and infectious, and serve to motivate those around him to live up to the standard of excellence that he places on himself and the products and services he produces. “We have hit two milestones,” Bill proudly related. “We have just installed our 100,000th shower door, and we have just received 2,500 five-star ratings on Google Reviews!” Perhaps those milestones are part of the reason MY Shower Door was named by the National Glaziers Association as the #1 Shower Door company in America and listed by Glass Magazine as #38 in the top 50 Glaziers of 2022 (which includes all forms of heavy glass manufacturing) in the country. Bill has more reason to be excited and proud about the success of MY Shower Door. After starting the company in Naples with just three family members in 2003, he has expanded throughout Florida, building a state-of-the-art factory/showroom/main office in Fort Myers. MY Shower Door, along with MY Architectural Glass, currently employ 185 carefully trained and hard-working Floridians. With nine MY Shower Door showrooms to date, and the newest prototype MY Architectural Glass showroom in Naples, their growth continues, adding affiliates in several other states. MY Shower Door’s incredible growth and success developed through Bill Daubmann’s determination to hit the trifecta of the pyramid to success, which gives customers the best quality in a timely manner, and at a reasonable price. Fabricating their own glass and designing their own proprietary hardware allows for complete quality control and avoids supply chain delays. Installing their own manufactured products eliminates the middleman and allows MY Shower Door to offer competitive pricing to their customers.
This family-owned business, which includes wife, Donna, and sons, Keith and Doug, does not believe in resting on their laurels, and instead chooses to be a leader in the industry by developing advanced and forward-looking products such as Ultra Clear glass, which has a very low lead content that eliminates the greenish hue seen in most other frameless shower doors. They developed an innovative sliding shower door, MY Double Glide Ultra, that is made with the Ultra Clear glass, not just for the doors, but the railing as well. They also designed special rollers that make it easier for the homeowner to use. MY Double Glide Ultra gives any bathroom a bright, contemporary look that shows off the beauty of the shower’s tile, with the least amount of exposed metal. MY Shower Door’s standard of excellence includes specialized training for their installation technicians, who must get certified in an intensive course by the full-time trainers at MY Shower Door University. Their standard of excellence extends into their web presence, as they recently created a new website that is easier to navigate, details their product line, offers a live chat during working hours, and has tons of photos of beautifully installed shower doors that are certain to spark an idea for your bathroom. You can have MY Shower Door’s standard of excellence work for you. Check them out on Facebook, Instagram, and their website. q
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hen talking to Bill Daubmann, owner of MY Shower Door and MY Architectural Glass, it becomes apparent why his companies are so successful. His enthusiasm, positive outlook and energy are uplifting and infectious, and serve to motivate those around him to live up to the standard of excellence that he places on himself and the products and services he produces. “We have hit two milestones,” Bill proudly related. “We have just installed our 100,000th shower door, and we have just received 2,500 five-star ratings on Google Reviews!” Perhaps those milestones are part of the reason MY Shower Door was named by the National Glaziers Association as the #1 Shower Door company in America and listed by Glass Magazine as #38 in the top 50 Glaziers of 2022 (which includes all forms of heavy glass manufacturing) in the country. Bill has more reason to be excited and proud about the success of MY Shower Door. After starting the company in Naples with just three family members in 2003, he has expanded throughout Florida, building a state-of-the-art factory/showroom/main office in Fort Myers. MY Shower Door, along with MY Architectural Glass, currently employ 185 carefully trained and hard-working Floridians. With nine MY Shower Door showrooms to date, and the newest prototype MY Architectural Glass showroom in Naples, their growth continues, adding affiliates in several other states. MY Shower Door’s incredible growth and success developed through Bill Daubmann’s determination to hit the trifecta of the pyramid to success, which gives customers the best quality in a timely manner, and at a reasonable price. Fabricating their own glass and designing their own proprietary hardware allows for complete quality control and avoids supply chain delays. Installing their own manufactured products eliminates the middleman and allows MY Shower Door to offer competitive pricing to their customers.
This family-owned business, which includes wife, Donna, and sons, Keith and Doug, does not believe in resting on their laurels, and instead chooses to be a leader in the industry by developing advanced and forward-looking products such as Ultra Clear glass, which has a very low lead content that eliminates the greenish hue seen in most other frameless shower doors. They developed an innovative sliding shower door, MY Double Glide Ultra, that is made with the Ultra Clear glass, not just for the doors, but the railing as well. They also designed special rollers that make it easier for the homeowner to use. MY Double Glide Ultra gives any bathroom a bright, contemporary look that shows off the beauty of the shower’s tile, with the least amount of exposed metal. MY Shower Door’s standard of excellence includes specialized training for their installation technicians, who must get certified in an intensive course by the full-time trainers at MY Shower Door University. Their standard of excellence extends into their web presence, as they recently created a new website that is easier to navigate, details their product line, offers a live chat during working hours, and has tons of photos of beautifully installed shower doors that are certain to spark an idea for your bathroom. You can have MY Shower Door’s standard of excellence work for you. Check them out on Facebook, Instagram, and their website. q
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Built to Last When you think QUALITY, when you think CUSTOM, when you think FENCE, the name that comes to everyone’s mind in Central Florida is Mossy Oak Fence! What if all you needed was a hand drawn sketch or a picture from your favorite home and garden magazine to have the fence or gate of your dreams? Mossy Oak Fence continues to be on the leading edge of style and craftsmanship, and 2022 is shaping up to be the company’s best year ever with the introduction of its kiln dried cedar for wood fences. This new product is bringing back the allure and warmth of wood fences that have seen a steady decline over the last 20 years due to the increasing popularity of Vinyl/PVC fencing. What is kiln dried wood, you might
ask? Kiln drying is a process by which the moisture is removed from the wood after milling, thereby greatly reducing the possibility of shrinking, splitting or warping. This process also allows for stain to be applied on the wood immediately without having to wait 60 to 90 days post installation for the curing process to occur. According to founder and president, Shane Miller, Mossy Oak Fence is currently offering pre-stained wood fences, so be sure to follow the Mossy team on Facebook for current happenings, pictures and updates. Are you a do it yourselfer? Not sure you’re ready for the team at Mossy Oak Fence to custom build your next fence? Mossy Oak Fence now provides the same hard-to-find, high quality materials not previously offered to homeowners
407-900-2940 mossyoakfence.com 271 Southridge Industrial Drive / Tavares
from the big box stores, or other fencing companies. All the trusted experts at Mossy Oak Fence need is a sketch with measurements or a copy of your property survey to provide you an accurate list of materials needed to complete your project and a competitive quote. These materials are pre-packaged and ready for pick up or delivery when the time is right for you. Commercially, Mossy Oak Fence employs a fully staffed division who sell and install security fencing for businesses and municipalities. Their commercial work can be seen at several VA Hospitals in Central Florida along various military locations like Patrick Air Force Base and even Space X. Whether it’s commercial chain link or steel security fencing, Mossy Oak Fence has what your business needs. Both residentially and commercially, Mossy Oak Fence continues to be your trusted source for high-end, custom fencing. For more information on Mossy Oak Fence, or to see a gallery of their work, visit www.mossyoakfence.com and “Let the Mossy family protect your family.” q
Can your fence handle hurricane season, or even afternoon thunderstorms with the occasional 30 to 40 mile per hour squalls? If your wood fence is built with steel posts from Mossy Oak Fence, it can. These posts don’t split, crack, warp or rot over time like ordinary wood posts and are equipped to withstand intense storm winds.
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Beautiful Fences
Built to Last When you think QUALITY, when you think CUSTOM, when you think FENCE, the name that comes to everyone’s mind in Central Florida is Mossy Oak Fence! What if all you needed was a hand drawn sketch or a picture from your favorite home and garden magazine to have the fence or gate of your dreams? Mossy Oak Fence continues to be on the leading edge of style and craftsmanship, and 2022 is shaping up to be the company’s best year ever with the introduction of its kiln dried cedar for wood fences. This new product is bringing back the allure and warmth of wood fences that have seen a steady decline over the last 20 years due to the increasing popularity of Vinyl/PVC fencing. What is kiln dried wood, you might
ask? Kiln drying is a process by which the moisture is removed from the wood after milling, thereby greatly reducing the possibility of shrinking, splitting or warping. This process also allows for stain to be applied on the wood immediately without having to wait 60 to 90 days post installation for the curing process to occur. According to founder and president, Shane Miller, Mossy Oak Fence is currently offering pre-stained wood fences, so be sure to follow the Mossy team on Facebook for current happenings, pictures and updates. Are you a do it yourselfer? Not sure you’re ready for the team at Mossy Oak Fence to custom build your next fence? Mossy Oak Fence now provides the same hard-to-find, high quality materials not previously offered to homeowners
407-900-2940 mossyoakfence.com 271 Southridge Industrial Drive / Tavares
from the big box stores, or other fencing companies. All the trusted experts at Mossy Oak Fence need is a sketch with measurements or a copy of your property survey to provide you an accurate list of materials needed to complete your project and a competitive quote. These materials are pre-packaged and ready for pick up or delivery when the time is right for you. Commercially, Mossy Oak Fence employs a fully staffed division who sell and install security fencing for businesses and municipalities. Their commercial work can be seen at several VA Hospitals in Central Florida along various military locations like Patrick Air Force Base and even Space X. Whether it’s commercial chain link or steel security fencing, Mossy Oak Fence has what your business needs. Both residentially and commercially, Mossy Oak Fence continues to be your trusted source for high-end, custom fencing. For more information on Mossy Oak Fence, or to see a gallery of their work, visit www.mossyoakfence.com and “Let the Mossy family protect your family.” q
Can your fence handle hurricane season, or even afternoon thunderstorms with the occasional 30 to 40 mile per hour squalls? If your wood fence is built with steel posts from Mossy Oak Fence, it can. These posts don’t split, crack, warp or rot over time like ordinary wood posts and are equipped to withstand intense storm winds.
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hat makes us different is that we work with all types of projects, from simple to spectacular and everything in between,” Letty Guevara, sales manager of Closet Factory explains. “Our goal is to resolve your organizational needs while also meeting your vision for the aesthetics of the space. We can do this because we are truly custom, and our approach to design is limitless.” Closet Factory builds their shelving, drawers and cabinets one piece at a time, to the exact specifications needed. They also offer an almost unlimited selection of both melamine and genuine wood finishes and styles that range from traditional to ultra contemporary. If you are looking to coordinate your closet with your mahogany bedroom furniture, or if you love the earthiness of natural white oak, or even if you want your closet painted in your favorite team’s colors, Closet Factory can do it. The journey to your ideal closet (or home office, laundry room, craft room, garage, etc.) starts with a visit to your home by one of Closet Factory’s talented designers. During this free consultation, the designer will take the time to understand your needs and desires, inventory your belongings, and assess your space. They will also explain the design and install process, give you a little background on this well-established 20-year-old company, and describe their quality construction and why they can offer a lifetime, transferable warranty. After you have chosen the design, features and finishes for your custom closet, the next step is production, which is done locally in Longwood. During production and installation, your designer will confer with you every step of the way. FLORIDA HOME
“Our designers do more than design. We are in your home, in your most personal spaces. It is about relationship-building, so they act as project managers throughout the entire process,” Letty stated. When it’s time to install your new closet, the trim work and final cuts are done on site. “Our installers come out to the customer’s home, taking lots of precautions in the work area,” Letty explained. “They lay down blankets to protect everything inside while they work. Because this is not pre-built furniture, they set up a workshop area, typically outside, and carefully make the cuts so that the finished closet appears almost seamless.” When your stunning, custom-designed closet is completed, and your home and grounds are back in order, your designer will return FLORIDA HOME
to make sure that your needs and expectations have been met. “From start to finish, we know the quality of what we’re putting into our customer’s homes. We have a fantastic team. Our designers are talented, our installers are skilled and welltrained, and we have excellent quality control in our factory,” Letty stated. “Our owners are on-premises and involved in the daily business. They make us feel part of the family, which keeps us motivated to do the very best we can for our customers.” Closet Factory’s ability to help your living areas become more enjoyable and functional means that there is no more room for wasting either time or space. To speak with a Closet Factory representative about your upcoming organization project, call (407) 218-6119. You can also visit them at closetfactory.com to view photo galleries of their recent work for inspiration. q FALL 2022 | 35
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hat makes us different is that we work with all types of projects, from simple to spectacular and everything in between,” Letty Guevara, sales manager of Closet Factory explains. “Our goal is to resolve your organizational needs while also meeting your vision for the aesthetics of the space. We can do this because we are truly custom, and our approach to design is limitless.” Closet Factory builds their shelving, drawers and cabinets one piece at a time, to the exact specifications needed. They also offer an almost unlimited selection of both melamine and genuine wood finishes and styles that range from traditional to ultra contemporary. If you are looking to coordinate your closet with your mahogany bedroom furniture, or if you love the earthiness of natural white oak, or even if you want your closet painted in your favorite team’s colors, Closet Factory can do it. The journey to your ideal closet (or home office, laundry room, craft room, garage, etc.) starts with a visit to your home by one of Closet Factory’s talented designers. During this free consultation, the designer will take the time to understand your needs and desires, inventory your belongings, and assess your space. They will also explain the design and install process, give you a little background on this well-established 20-year-old company, and describe their quality construction and why they can offer a lifetime, transferable warranty. After you have chosen the design, features and finishes for your custom closet, the next step is production, which is done locally in Longwood. During production and installation, your designer will confer with you every step of the way. FLORIDA HOME
“Our designers do more than design. We are in your home, in your most personal spaces. It is about relationship-building, so they act as project managers throughout the entire process,” Letty stated. When it’s time to install your new closet, the trim work and final cuts are done on site. “Our installers come out to the customer’s home, taking lots of precautions in the work area,” Letty explained. “They lay down blankets to protect everything inside while they work. Because this is not pre-built furniture, they set up a workshop area, typically outside, and carefully make the cuts so that the finished closet appears almost seamless.” When your stunning, custom-designed closet is completed, and your home and grounds are back in order, your designer will return FLORIDA HOME
to make sure that your needs and expectations have been met. “From start to finish, we know the quality of what we’re putting into our customer’s homes. We have a fantastic team. Our designers are talented, our installers are skilled and welltrained, and we have excellent quality control in our factory,” Letty stated. “Our owners are on-premises and involved in the daily business. They make us feel part of the family, which keeps us motivated to do the very best we can for our customers.” Closet Factory’s ability to help your living areas become more enjoyable and functional means that there is no more room for wasting either time or space. To speak with a Closet Factory representative about your upcoming organization project, call (407) 218-6119. You can also visit them at closetfactory.com to view photo galleries of their recent work for inspiration. q FALL 2022 | 35
Are Motorized Retractable Screens Right for You and Your Family?
Enjoy Your Days in the Shade!
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ere are the top three questions you should ask yourself if you’re evaluating whether motorized retractable screens are for you:
Motorized Retractable Awnings
Do you and your family enjoy spending time outdoors? Retractable screens provide the flexibility to move from your backyard and pool area, to the screened-in lanai with the click of a button. No need to choose one or the other when you can have both! Retractable screens can be controlled by a wireless remote control as well as an app on your smartphone.
Now you can use and enjoy your deck or patio more than ever when you have a beautiful retractable awning protecting you from the hot, bright sun and its harmful ultra-violet rays. Imagine being able to barbecue, entertain, or just sit outdoors and relax whenever you want.
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Do you hate the bugs but also hate the idea of being caged in? Retractable screens can be opened to allow the entire patio to be screenfree during the day. In the evening when the bugs come out, you can drop them down and keep the bugs away. Motorized retractable screens are the perfect solution for those times of the year when the love bugs come out.
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Are there certain times of the day that the sun makes your patio unbearable? Retractable screens are available in many different densities of solar screens to block out the heat and glare of the sun. Your retractable shades can be rolled down, on demand as needed. When that sun starts blazing onto the lanai, you can drop the retractable screen down and block up to 100% of the sun’s harmful rays. 36 | FALL 2022
To extend and retract your retractable awning, simply press a button on your remote control. Our retractable awnings come in three different powder coated frame colors, and you can choose from many Sunbrella premium acrylic fabrics.
If you said Yes, to any of these questions, a retractable screen might just be the right option for you. New Horizons has been providing custom outdoor retractable solutions to homes and businesses for the past two decades. New Horizons is the only retractable screen provider in Central Florida that offers a lifetime warranty on their motorized retractable screens, so contact them today to learn more! To see premium motorized, retractable products on display, come take a look at New Horizons’ 800 square foot outdoor showroom at 4970 N. Pine Avenue in Winter Park. For more information, call (407) 562-7800 or visit them online at GoRetractable.com. q FLORIDA HOME
Contact us today to learn more! Call to set up an appointment for a FREE in-home quote or to set up a visit to our Winter Park showroom
407-562-7800 | GoRetractable.com 4970 N Pine Avenue | Winter Park, FL 32792
Are Motorized Retractable Screens Right for You and Your Family?
Enjoy Your Days in the Shade!
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ere are the top three questions you should ask yourself if you’re evaluating whether motorized retractable screens are for you:
Motorized Retractable Awnings
Do you and your family enjoy spending time outdoors? Retractable screens provide the flexibility to move from your backyard and pool area, to the screened-in lanai with the click of a button. No need to choose one or the other when you can have both! Retractable screens can be controlled by a wireless remote control as well as an app on your smartphone.
Now you can use and enjoy your deck or patio more than ever when you have a beautiful retractable awning protecting you from the hot, bright sun and its harmful ultra-violet rays. Imagine being able to barbecue, entertain, or just sit outdoors and relax whenever you want.
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Do you hate the bugs but also hate the idea of being caged in? Retractable screens can be opened to allow the entire patio to be screenfree during the day. In the evening when the bugs come out, you can drop them down and keep the bugs away. Motorized retractable screens are the perfect solution for those times of the year when the love bugs come out.
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Are there certain times of the day that the sun makes your patio unbearable? Retractable screens are available in many different densities of solar screens to block out the heat and glare of the sun. Your retractable shades can be rolled down, on demand as needed. When that sun starts blazing onto the lanai, you can drop the retractable screen down and block up to 100% of the sun’s harmful rays. 36 | FALL 2022
To extend and retract your retractable awning, simply press a button on your remote control. Our retractable awnings come in three different powder coated frame colors, and you can choose from many Sunbrella premium acrylic fabrics.
If you said Yes, to any of these questions, a retractable screen might just be the right option for you. New Horizons has been providing custom outdoor retractable solutions to homes and businesses for the past two decades. New Horizons is the only retractable screen provider in Central Florida that offers a lifetime warranty on their motorized retractable screens, so contact them today to learn more! To see premium motorized, retractable products on display, come take a look at New Horizons’ 800 square foot outdoor showroom at 4970 N. Pine Avenue in Winter Park. For more information, call (407) 562-7800 or visit them online at GoRetractable.com. q FLORIDA HOME
Contact us today to learn more! Call to set up an appointment for a FREE in-home quote or to set up a visit to our Winter Park showroom
407-562-7800 | GoRetractable.com 4970 N Pine Avenue | Winter Park, FL 32792
As a living product, EMPIRE needs some care to successfully get through our dry and colder weather. Sod Solutions recommends six maintenance tips for your EMPIRE Zoysia lawn this fall: 1. Mow less often and allow the blades to grow higher than usual. This allows for deeper root growth, which helps your lawn survive during the winter season when EMPIRE Zoysia may become dormant. EMPIRE typically thrives at a height of one to two inches throughout the year, so keeping it about a half inch taller helps prepare it for winter. 2. Water sparingly. Sod Solutions recommends about one inch of water per week, including rainfall. If there has been a good amount of rain that week, additional watering could do more harm than good.
Get Your EMPIRE Zoysia Lawn Ready for Fall!
By Ilyne Hayes After getting through the sweltering, rainy summer, most Floridians are looking forward to the cooler and drier fall and winter months that will soon be here. Summer camps are over, and the back-to-school preparations are done. The stores have already changed their displays from “fun in the sun” merchandise to loading their shelves with candy and decorations for Halloween and Thanksgiving. At your home, your lawn is waiting for you to prepare it for the upcoming season, too. Sod Solutions®, the company that brought zoysia grass from Brazil and developed it into 38 | FALL 2022
EMPIRE® Zoysia, a breed that is perfect for our Florida climate, wants to help you have the most beautiful and healthiest lawn possible. For more than 28 years, they have made it their mission to develop and improve turfgrass for both commercial and residential lawns. To assist and educate their clients in choosing and maintaining the best type of grass for their area and usage, they developed Sod University®, which is accessible on their website: EMPIREinFlorida.com. Developed to thrive in Florida’s climate, EMPIRE Zoysia features superior wear tolerance while feeling softer underfoot. EMPIRE is also known for its drought and chinch bug resistance, which are both important features for Florida residents. FLORIDA HOME
3. Fertilize with the right nutrients at the right times as temperatures drop and changes in the soil occur. Sod Solutions makes proper fertilization easy through their Lawnifi® program, which produces seasonal fertilizer boxes. The fall box contains three bottles, Boost®, Maintain®, and Recover®. These specific formulas are meant to be applied at three different times as you get deeper into the fall season. Instructions for use and an application schedule are included in each Lawnifi box.
4. Be proactive with weed control by applying pre-emergent herbicides that will prevent weeds like Poa annua, henbit, and chickweed from invading your lawn during the fall and winter seasons. 5. Although EMPIRE Zoysia is chinch bug resistant, applying an insecticide, such as imidacloprid, will prevent future invasion of other insects like grub worms and hunting billbugs. 6. Early fall is the time to prevent large patch disease from taking over your lawn. A preventative fungicide, such as Heritage, Scott’s DiseaseEx, or Fame should be applied as we transition from warm temperatures to cooler ones. With any chemical treatment you plan on using, make sure to follow the label instructions thoroughly. To help you prepare your EMPIRE Zoysia lawn for the fall, Sod Solutions has a live chat available on their website at EMPIREinFlorida.com. Their experts will also answer lawn care questions for most types of grass via the live chat, by email, or by phone because they take pride in helping their customers achieve beautiful, healthy lawns, no matter the season.
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As a living product, EMPIRE needs some care to successfully get through our dry and colder weather. Sod Solutions recommends six maintenance tips for your EMPIRE Zoysia lawn this fall: 1. Mow less often and allow the blades to grow higher than usual. This allows for deeper root growth, which helps your lawn survive during the winter season when EMPIRE Zoysia may become dormant. EMPIRE typically thrives at a height of one to two inches throughout the year, so keeping it about a half inch taller helps prepare it for winter. 2. Water sparingly. Sod Solutions recommends about one inch of water per week, including rainfall. If there has been a good amount of rain that week, additional watering could do more harm than good.
Get Your EMPIRE Zoysia Lawn Ready for Fall!
By Ilyne Hayes After getting through the sweltering, rainy summer, most Floridians are looking forward to the cooler and drier fall and winter months that will soon be here. Summer camps are over, and the back-to-school preparations are done. The stores have already changed their displays from “fun in the sun” merchandise to loading their shelves with candy and decorations for Halloween and Thanksgiving. At your home, your lawn is waiting for you to prepare it for the upcoming season, too. Sod Solutions®, the company that brought zoysia grass from Brazil and developed it into 38 | FALL 2022
EMPIRE® Zoysia, a breed that is perfect for our Florida climate, wants to help you have the most beautiful and healthiest lawn possible. For more than 28 years, they have made it their mission to develop and improve turfgrass for both commercial and residential lawns. To assist and educate their clients in choosing and maintaining the best type of grass for their area and usage, they developed Sod University®, which is accessible on their website: EMPIREinFlorida.com. Developed to thrive in Florida’s climate, EMPIRE Zoysia features superior wear tolerance while feeling softer underfoot. EMPIRE is also known for its drought and chinch bug resistance, which are both important features for Florida residents. FLORIDA HOME
3. Fertilize with the right nutrients at the right times as temperatures drop and changes in the soil occur. Sod Solutions makes proper fertilization easy through their Lawnifi® program, which produces seasonal fertilizer boxes. The fall box contains three bottles, Boost®, Maintain®, and Recover®. These specific formulas are meant to be applied at three different times as you get deeper into the fall season. Instructions for use and an application schedule are included in each Lawnifi box.
4. Be proactive with weed control by applying pre-emergent herbicides that will prevent weeds like Poa annua, henbit, and chickweed from invading your lawn during the fall and winter seasons. 5. Although EMPIRE Zoysia is chinch bug resistant, applying an insecticide, such as imidacloprid, will prevent future invasion of other insects like grub worms and hunting billbugs. 6. Early fall is the time to prevent large patch disease from taking over your lawn. A preventative fungicide, such as Heritage, Scott’s DiseaseEx, or Fame should be applied as we transition from warm temperatures to cooler ones. With any chemical treatment you plan on using, make sure to follow the label instructions thoroughly. To help you prepare your EMPIRE Zoysia lawn for the fall, Sod Solutions has a live chat available on their website at EMPIREinFlorida.com. Their experts will also answer lawn care questions for most types of grass via the live chat, by email, or by phone because they take pride in helping their customers achieve beautiful, healthy lawns, no matter the season.
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