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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1979-05-10, Page 61'Page 11 Building your own deck easy says Doug Macaulay Whether you're just a beginner with a hammer and saw, or an experienced carpenter, you can build your own deck behind your house, says Doug Macaulay of Ball - Macaulay Limited of Clinton. No matter what the size of the deck, whether it be a modest, but comfortable eight by eight; foot model, or a sophisticated, multi-level deck that features the ultimate in outdoor living,all can be built by the home owner, or if you wish, Doug can recommend one of the dozen competent local con- tractors to build it for you. Forthe experienced do-it- yourselfer, Doug has ready to go kits that include all the plans, hardware and wood to build a complete deck, or if you wish, Doug and most of the other lumber yards in the area have plenty of books available with plans and ideas for a wide range of decks, or let your imagination loose, and design your own deck, Bring your ideas into Doug, or any one of the local, building supply dealers, and whether the deck meets they'll help you figure out building code standards, and; figure out what and how much materials you need, Whether you're a beginner or an expert, you can build your own deck; says Doug Macaulay of Ball -Macaulay of Clinton. Use either one of the deck kits or custom design your own deck from the many books available. Doug, like most lumber yards, also have plenty of free experienced advice.(staff photo) right down to the last nail. Some dealers will even loan you the tools to do the job, and come to the site to give you a verbal start. And it need not be an ex- pensive deck either, says Doug, not with pressure treated lumber around in excellent quantities.With the price of the tradition woods like cedar and redwood, skyrocketing out of site, pressure treated wood has proven to be an excelent alternative, in fact; many say better than the tradition woods. The wood, treated with the time tested Wolmanizing,can easily be painted or stained, or left to weather naturally, .and the cbst is only a fraction of the cost of th,e other woods. . But now is the best time to start the deck, to get a full summer's use out of it, and you'd be surprised how quickly it can be built. Be It Ever So Mortgaged, There's No Place Like Home! BALL-MACAULAY LTD. IF YOU'VE GOT A LOT TO IMPROVE... DO IT NOW WITH THESE SPRING SPECIALS! Asphalt Shingles Seal your home ih safety and in beauty with durable asphalt shingles. Choose from a wide assortment of adhesive tab shingles in solid colours, blends and pastels. 15 perbundle Aspenite/Waferboard Panels This decorative indoor -outdoor unfinished panel takes paint and stain beautifully. 4" x 8' x 1/4" sheathing grade panels $5.79 per sheet 4' x 8' x 7/16" non skid sheathing $8.79 per sheet Come in,androsk us for a GLIDDEN PAINTS NOW 25% OFF All In -Stock PANELLING NOW 10% OFF Colarlak X90 -71 DURABLE LAP SIDING $65. WHITE ONLY Save labour costs by installing this tough, smooth and beautiful looking siding your- self. And no painting is necessary 12 wide. FREE ESTIMATE ON A PATIO DECK BUILDING CENTRE The Olympic Family Choose from the popular family of Olympic stains. Semi transparent, solid colour oil base, Olympic Overcoat. You're assured of getting a rich looking finish that will last for years. t5 704 Redwood IF semi transparent gal. Latex outside white $1195 Oxford brown gal. Overcoat oulside $1595 white gat 1IMI VIII I'iV'I' JhG IL Aluminum Combination Storm Windows and Doors Doors are pre -hung for quick and easy installation. Safety glass and all neces- sary hardware is in- cluded. Stock sizes only. Come in today `,and let us plan your ng draft requirements Chargex and Master Charge are accepted at most Homecare outlets. 66495 Concrete Mix Concrete to repair? Do it yourself with this bag of easy to use and ready to mix concrete.. . set a fence post, pour a footing, makeaside- walk or curb. BALL-MACAULAY LTD. 40 WELLINGTON - CLINTON 482-3405 Specials available, at Clinton yard only Spada{ prices in effect 'til Saturday. May 19 Only 89 a bag