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Show - Page f i THE HERALD, Provo, Utah, Home 14 & Garden, Wednesday, April 16, 1991 it Wood mouldings popular accessory By Associated Press The dust, sweat and effort of kKcheiHremodding project may be taxing, tout expenses dont have to be. projects can provide immediate pleasure ami promise a future bonus: cutting that tax burden when the home is sold. According the Better Homes and Gardens Kitchen and Bath Ideas, here's what to do. For practical homeowners with a taste for style, moulding is the icing on the cake. One of the easiest, yet least expensive ways to spruce up a roam is to use wood moulding as a decorative touch for walls, ceiling, counters or cabinets. With just a few materials and a little creativity, an ordinary kitchen, bathroom, den or bedroom can be given a more sophisticated, finished look. Wood mouldings are becoming an increasingly popular product Hoine-improveme-nt such Repairs are routine jobs as patching plaster, fixing a faucet, or replacing a countertop. These are not deductible, unless they are part of a major remodeling effort that is considered an improvement overall. J f"w to Corporation. Because wood mouldings are readily available and can be installed in a few hours, they appeal to homeowners who want to upgrade their home, but don't have the time to undertake a large remodeling project Installation is easy; in fact, almost 75 percent of the Georgia-Pacif- - '- 4 home-improvem- according ic I - moulding used to remodel American homes is done by Throughout history, moulding has been incorporated into various architectural styles. The ancient Greeks used it to decorated their classic columns, and carpenters in the American colonial period designed many of the popular mouldings found in today's homes. Now, as home prices escalate, homeowners are discovering new uses for moulding as a way to increase the value and appeal of their home. Deduct improvement costs - ' " f , ! i" 1 ...im t "ir , Improvements are projects that add to the value of the house. These can include energy upgrades, room additions, new roofs, or interior aew siding, add-on- s, jremodelings. . Although a fresh coat of paint t f stay be an 'improvement" to some people, it may sat qualify to the tax collector, ft's test to ask a e agent or tax specialist before beginning, then save receipts and doctfiSBent the work. 'Before" and "After photographs wot well, or have am expert tour the project in case confirmation is real-estat- needed later. When finished, enjoy the immediate benefits of improvements, and cash in when the home is sold. Keep in mind that tfeflre is no place on a tax form to deduct expenses. Here's an example of how the tax break works. Let's say someone bought a name for $50,000 and sold it for $70,000. Normally, they would be taxed on their capital gain of $20,-00-0. E they poured in H5,000 of qualified improvements, however, they can add that amount to the home's worth: and claim only the remaining $6,900 as taxable capital ... Jjain. , .. . , LORENZO & DONNA ELDER - CHOSE GUNTHERS Once installed, moulding can be stained or painted for create a formal or casual look for a room. And leftover pieces of mouldin can be used to construct a picture frame, closet pole or pot rack. PHrto courtesy H.I.T. Wood moulding is an easy, low-co- st decorating option. f Tic a yollow ribbon on for a party theme - NEW YORK (AP) With soldiers returning home from the gulf, it's time to party. What better way for friends and relatives to stage a welcome and catch up on war stories? The party doesn't have to be elaborate or costly. Images & Details of Darien, Conn., which specializes in promotions and special events, offers these ideas: Use standard white invitations and tie a yellow ribbon around each. Or write them in sand (use a glue pen and sprinkle with sand) on yellow paper that you can buy by the pound. Fold them as and seal them with a sticker. Sticker ideas: stars, flags and bows, or perhaps one signifying the guest of honor's hobby. Create a personal centerpiece. Perhaps an attractive display of photographs of family occasions missed holidays, births, weddings. Use sand as a base. Decorate with the guest's role in the war in mind; use toy helicopters, airplanes, parachutes or medical supplies, for example. A white linen tablecloth with yellow bandanas for napkins is environmentally responsible and can work equally well indoors or for a backyard picnic or barbecue. A more formal setting might use a yellow tablecloth with white lace overlay. For large groups, use paper goods or rentals from a local party store. A yellow ribbon can tie silverware and napkin for buffet service. Keep the party decor tasteful and simple. 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