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MoistureShield composite decking has invested in a national program with Angies List to expand the benefits of its MoistureShield Valued Partner (MVP) program for its contractor partners. MoistureShield and Angies List have designed a team dedicated specifically to the success of their contractors. This new partnership with Angies List will provide MoistureShield MVPs with extensive lead opportunities, advertising discounts, individual reputation management and unique positioning within the decking category. At no cost to them, MoistureShield MVP contractors will now receive:

Were dedicated to helping our contractor customers have successful, thriving businesses, said Brent Gwatney, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for MoistureShield. Last year, Angies List members spent more than $73 million on decking projects, and this partnership is our way of helping our contractors connect with the growing e-commerce market where consumers are actively seeking reliable products and quality contractors.

Angies List is part of the booming market of online review services, with membership on the site up 25% over 2013, reaching 2.98 million members as of September 30, 2014, according to the Wall Street Journal. The sites members rely on trusted reviews by other consumers to find high quality service companies. The overall e-commerce market is also growing rapidly, with online retail spending up 15.9% from Q2 2013 to Q2 2014, far outpacing the rate for total retail sales, which grew 4.8% in the same period per U.S. Census Bureau data.

MoistureShield MVPs are an elite group of contractors who have been certified to build MoistureShield decks and docks. In addition to participation in special rebate offers, MVPs can receive listing in the contractor locator on the MoistureShield website, sponsored memberships with the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA), sales and marketing support, and technical support and training. MoistureShield also offers a Preferred Dealer program with a range of sales and marketing support, including qualified leads and a Go Green Dealer rebate.

MoistureShield composite decking and railing offers the solution for every decking need with its range of attractive colors, realistic embossed wood grain patterns and grooved boards to accommodate hidden fasteners. Because of a unique manufacturing process, each MoistureShield board is protected to the core, making it the only composite decking durable enough to be installed on the ground, in the ground or underwater and still be protected by the industrys leading lifetime warranty. With 95% total recycled content, MoistureShield products are also an environmentally responsible choice, helping prevent discarded plastics from ending up in landfills.

About MoistureShield and Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies (A.E.R.T.) Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies, Inc., (A.E.R.T.) is a microcap, entrepreneurial, publicly held manufacturing company. The development of new technologies and patents has enabled it to produce superior new products from recycled wood fiber and recycled polyethylene plastic for the building and construction markets. A.E.R.T. is the exclusive manufacturer of MoistureShield composite decking and MoistureShield trim and moulding. http://www.moistureshield.com

About Angies List Angie's List helps facilitate happy transactions between more than 2.9 million consumers nationwide and its collection of highly-rated service providers in 720 categories of service, ranging from home improvement to health care. Built on a foundation of authentic reviews of local service, Angies List connects consumers directly to its online marketplace of services from member-reviewed providers, and offers unique tools and support designed to improve the local service experience for both consumers and service professionals. http://www.angieslist.com

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Sal Marco began writing professionally in 2009. He has written many online home improvement articles based on his more than 20 years of experience in the home improvement and building industries. He has worked as both part of a team and as a site supervisor. Marco has a Bachelor of Science in management science from Kean University.

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Maruti-Suzuki launched the new Maruti Alto K10, with prices starting at Rs 306,000, ex-Showroom, New Delhi. The detailed variant wise prices are provided below.

(All the above prices are ex-Showroom, New Delhi)

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The new Maruti Alto K10 is powered by a 1.0-litre three-cylinder K-Series engine which produces 68 PS (67.04 bhp) and 90 Nm of torque in the petrol spec, and 59 PS (58.16 bhp) and 78 Nm of torque when run on CNG.

The petrol variant gets a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automated manual transmission and delivers 24.07 kmpl while the CNG which is available only with a manual gearbox delivers 32.26 km/kg.

The new K10 measures 3,545 mm in length, 1,490 mm in width (1,515 mm with side body moulding) and 1,475 mm in height. Its wheelbase spans 2,360 mm. The small car has a turning radius of 4.6 m and a ground clearance of 160 mm.

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MoistureShield is expanding on its innovative capstock line, MoistureShield Pro, by including a third color, Brazilian Chestnut. Known as one of the hardest and most durable woods on the market, MoistureShield Pros Brazilian Chestnut is similar to its namesake both in performance and aesthetics. The composite decking boards feature a vast range of rich color variations from a light understated brown to sultry deep brown hues. Each board provides a unique blend of coloring, finishing every deck with unrivaled warmth and elegance.

Featured at DeckExpo booth 3005, MoistureShield will showcase the new Brazilian Chestnut color along with the other two colors from their Pro line: Graystone and Ipe. With a full capstock line, MoistureShield can help builders meet homeowners needs for both sophistication and durability.

Homeowners continue to prize dark hardwoods as a mark of distinction and luxury in their outdoor living spaces, said Brent Gwatney, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for MoistureShield. Brazilian Chestnut will offer deck builders the ability to fulfill their customers aesthetic desires, while being comforted in knowing that they are providing them with a product built to last.

The three colors in the MoistureShield Pro line are backed by the industry-leading Lifetime Warranty that MoistureShield is known for, and are protected even further with a 25-year fade and stain warranty.

MoistureShield Pro is an advanced decking product that combines a moisture-resistant composite core with an extra layer of protection in a one-of-a-kind cap to increase fade, stain, scratch and slip resistance. As with other MoistureShield boards, the Pro line is so durable it can be installed on the ground, in the ground or even underwater without voiding the warranty. Each MoistureShield composite deck board is available in 12, 16 and 20 lengths with coordinating trim boards, as well as in two profile options: grooved and square edged.

MoistureShields Pro line is the newest addition to its family of decking products that also includes the Vantage Collection and Essential Collection. All MoistureShield products are manufactured through a unique encapsulation process that defends the boards against moisture all the way to the core. With 95% total recycled content, including recycled plastic grocery bags and packaging film, MoistureShield is also an environmentally responsible choice.

For more information on MoistureShield products, visit http://www.moistureshield.com. Follow MoistureShield on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest and Houzz for deck design inspiration and outdoor living ideas.

About MoistureShield and Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies (A.E.R.T.) Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies, Inc., (A.E.R.T.) is a microcap, entrepreneurial, publicly held manufacturing company. The development of new technologies and patents has enabled it to produce superior new products from recycled wood fiber and recycled polyethylene plastic for the building and construction markets. A.E.R.T. is the exclusive manufacturer of MoistureShield composite decking and MoistureShield trim and moulding. http://www.moistureshield.com

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If you've been wondering what's happening at the corner of Ramsey Road and Canfield Avenue recently, wonder no more. What's happening is the opening of Lake Forest West.

Lake Forest West is one of the newest neighborhoods on the northern edge of Coeur d'Alene. But its location, nestled as it is amongst established neighborhoods, affords the best of both worlds. Homeowners can help determine how their new community develops while taking advantage of the amenities afforded by the other, older communities around them.

And then, there are the trees. The beautiful, mature, towering trees.

"Buyers love that the builders are leaving as many trees as they can," said Brad Richmond, a Realtor with Northwest Realty Group, representing Hallmark Homes. "They left as many trees as they could to give it that mature feel. The trees are the big thing."

Termac Construction and Hallmark Homes are the builders operating in Lake Forest West. One of the benefits of having quality builders in this neighborhood is that the homes aren't a jumbled mix of professional and owner-built houses. There's a consistency that speaks of care and thoughtful planning.

Hallmark Homes is striving for that "northwest Craftsman feel" with their homes, featuring earth tones, natural materials, and houses tucked into the trees. The lots in Lake Forest West are wide, averaging 80 feet, but not super-deep, Richmond pointed out. The layout is perfect for homeowners who want elbow room, but would rather not spend their weekends maintaining a large yard. "There's plenty of room to store your toys," Richmond said.

In Lake Forest West, Hallmark Homes is including a wide variety of features usually considered upgrades by other builders. "Hallmark offers the best standard features in the business," Richmond said. And then there are the warranties: lifetime on the roofing, lifetime on the laminate floor, and 10-year structural.

In the bath and kitchen, you'll find granite, with tile backsplashes. Elsewhere are hardwood floors. Gas fireplaces. Staggered Huntwood custom cabinets in the kitchen, with crown moulding. The doorways are arched and the ceilings soar to 9 feet, lending an elegant, spacious feel to the living spaces. Upgraded Craftsman trim packages. For your comfort, there's central air conditioning and the most efficient furnace in the industry.

Outside, the front and rear yards are landscaped with sprinkler systems. Homes have HardiePlank siding, carriage-style garage doors, stone columns and beam accents.

Homeowners select their own lighting, flooring, etc., from specified vendors, so you'll play an important role in creating your dream home.

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New Generation i20 space and substance meet style and refinement

PARIS -- October 2, 2014: With the launch of its latest model, the New Generation i20, Hyundai Motor Europe is continuing its successful presence in the B-segment, highlighted by almost a million sales since 2002. The popularity of the original i20 has made it one of the companys best-selling cars in the region. The key aims of the new model are to open Hyundai Motor Europe to an even wider audience, further develop perceptions of the brand and confirm Hyundais strategic focus on Europe.

The New Generation i20 has been designed and developed in Europe, and three key attributes in particular underline how it meets the needs of European consumers: class-leading interior space, high-technology and comfort-enhancing features, and clean, refined design.

Hyundais third-generation B-segment vehicle highlights a significant step forward for the company since 2002, when Getz was first introduced to Europe. The New Generation i20 remains true to the principles of delivering value beyond expectations, exemplified by models including New Generation i10 and New ix35. The launch of this latest vehicle also means every Hyundai model in Europe has been renewed in the last five years.

Making its debut at the 2014 Paris Motor Show in October and entering production during the same month, the New Generation i20 will go on sale throughout Europe from November 2014.

Longer, lower and wider than the previous model, New Generation i20 was penned at Hyundai Motors Design Centre Europe in Rsselsheim, Germany. The new models character is inspired by the companys Fluidic Sculpture design philosophy, with elegant lines and a sculptured profile giving it a bold and sophisticated appearance. On the New Generation i20, Hyundai Motors key design element - the hexagonal grille - flows into stylish bi-function headlamps with LED daytime running lights.

Key styling cues are echoed inside the spacious cabin. Sitting on a new platform, the wheelbase has been extended by 45 millimetres to 2570 mm creating more space for occupants. Class-leading interior space 1892 mm combined front and rear legroom makes the New Generation i20 a true five-seater, while outstanding boot capacity of 326 litres heightens the vehicles versatility.

Designed to transport the driver and passengers in great comfort, the cabin features extensive use of soft-touch materials, as well as subtle piano black inserts and chrome detailing, to create a modern and sophisticated interior package.

The vehicle has also been fitted with a number of new technologies that provide levels of comfort and convenience normally associated with large-vehicle segments. For example, the inclusion of front and rear parking assist, heated steering wheel, static bending headlamps and automatic defog system are firsts for a Hyundai B-segment vehicles. Additionally, the lane departure warning system is another innovative feature, normally found in higher segments. The unique-in-class panoramic sunroof, able to both tilt and fully open, enhances the comfort and the sense of space for occupants, filling the cabin with natural light and fresh air.

The New Generation i20 is available with a choice of three Hyundai Kappa petrol and two U-II diesel power units. Proven powerplants have been carried over from the previous-generation model with a number of improvements to enhance driveability and ensure compliance with new Euro6 emission regulations while the 1.4-litre petrol engine is developed.

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KEEP keeping on. That's the motto for Mitsubishi's Pajero.

The ageing off-roader has been upgraded for 2015, gaining some styling tweaks, more features and most importantly lower pricing.

Reduced to a three-model offering, the Pajero still starts from $50,990 for the base model GLX manual but the range topping Exceed automatic is now $65,990 - an $8000 reduction.

Exterior changes include a different front bumper, chrome radiator grille and spare tyre cover design. Mitsubishi has massaged the interior with a new centre panel design and chrome air-conditioning dials. Seven seats are now standard across the range.

Automatic models come with improved NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) levels, with extra acoustic insulation in the dash. Mitsubishi says noise absorbing material has been added to the engine hood, top cowl, floor area, headlining, rear quarter trim and front transmission tunnel area. A noise insulation layer has also been added to the laminated firewall material.

Three trims are available, GLX, GLS (which replaces GLX-R and VRX) and Exceed.

Basic GLX equipment includes 18-inch alloys, front LED daytime running lamps, privacy glass and chrome outer door handles and mirrors for added style, high intensity discharge headlamps and a rear differential lock.

GLS adds Mitsubishi Multi Communication System with sat nav, reversing sensors, automatic wipers and lights, as well as heated and power front seats and partial leather seat trim.

The top-shelf Exceed gets an electric sunroof with slide and tilt, sport pedals, chrome windscreen and side protection moulding, a wood and leather four-spoke steering wheel and automatic high beam.

"The Pajero nameplate has rightfully earned its reputation for legendary off-road performance through decades of development and success in motorsport," Mitsubishi Motors Australia executive director of marketing Tony Principe said. "The updated 2015 Pajero range is packed full of features and offers the ultimate in premium four-wheel driving with no compromise on value."

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Colleen McGill has been designing for close to 20 years, imparting her keen sense of classic style and subtle luxury to upscale homes and vacation properties in Toronto, Calgary, Montreal and Florida. The Globe asked McGill to talk about a recent project that illustrates her principles of good design.

The design brief: This busy, young Toronto family was expecting their fourth daughter when the wife asked me to create a quiet, manly escape for her husband, a place where he could relax and watch football. Like many Toronto houses, theirs had a room at the front of the house that was underutilized as a formal living room while most of the gatherings happened at the back in a more casual family room.

The challenge: The biggest issue was timing: The baby was on the way so I didnt have much time . Plus, the house had lovely old-world charm, but the walls were old plaster and the crown moulding and trim had cracks and visible imperfections.

What worked well: I am known for creating light, white airy spaces but for this room the masculine blue/grey suede wallpaper I chose created a striking backdrop of colour and texture that gave it a luxurious envelope of saturated blues. The brass elements gave the room warmth and played to the old-world mens club feel but in a more modern way.

I decided to paint the bookshelves, ceiling and trim the same dark colour. Without costing a lot, it added a remarkable level of sophistication and drama to the room. I used larger pieces in the space to make the room feel bigger and more inviting:

Design rule:One of the principles I learned years ago from Joe Brennan when I designed the interiors for his projects was always try and play up the inherent architectural elements in a home. If they dont exist add some. In this case the existing marble fireplace mantle with gold accents was ideal.

I find that smaller spaces look great in dark colours a saturation of colour creates drama and an incredible effect.

Try to create height in a room by adding vertical elements to make the room seem taller. I often hang drapery high to create a feeling of grandeur and openness.

Favourite aspect of this project: Each element of the design makes the whole room special. However, the blue Tuxedo Sofa (which is part of my Plum Furniture line) is so handsome it became the centrepiece. It is just the right length for a tall man to lie down on and watch a game and it is extremely comfortable with its generous depth and down-filled pillows. Staff

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AUTO CENTRAL, UK -- September 3, 2014: New Generation i20 space and substance meet style and refinement

At a glance

Sophisticated design: elegant lines and refined details Class-leading interior space makes New Generation i20 a true five-seater High specification and unique-in-segment features Engineered to deliver pleasurable ride on European roads Designed, engineered and made in Europe following recent investment Third car launched under Product Momentum 2017 initiative With the launch of its latest model, the New Generation i20, Hyundai Motor Europe is continuing its successful presence in the B-segment, highlighted by almost a million sales since 2002. The popularity of the original i20 has made it one of the companys best-selling cars in the region. The key aims of the new model are to open Hyundai Motor Europe to an even wider audience, further develop perceptions of the brand and confirm Hyundais strategic focus on Europe.

The New Generation i20 has been designed and developed in Europe, and three key attributes in particular underline how it meets the needs of European consumers: class-leading interior space, high-technology and comfort-enhancing features, and clean, refined design.

Hyundais third-generation B-segment vehicle highlights a significant step forward for the company since 2002, when Getz was first introduced to Europe. The New Generation i20 remains true to the principles of delivering value beyond expectations, exemplified by models including New Generation i10 and New ix35. The launch of this latest vehicle also means every Hyundai model in Europe has been renewed in the last five years.

Making its debut at the 2014 Paris Motor Show in October and entering production during the same month, the New Generation i20 will go on sale throughout Europe from November 2014.

Longer, lower and wider than the previous model, New Generation i20 was penned at Hyundai Motors Design Centre Europe in Rsselsheim, Germany. The new models character is inspired by the companys Fluidic Sculpture design philosophy, with elegant lines and a sculptured profile giving it a bold and sophisticated appearance. On the New Generation i20, a Hyundai Motors key design element hexagonal grille flows into stylish bi-function headlamps with LED daytime running lights.

Key styling cues are echoed inside the spacious cabin. Sitting on a new platform, the wheelbase has been extended by 45 millimetres to 2570 mm creating more space for occupants. Class-leading interior space 1892 mm combined front and rear legroom makes the New Generation i20 a true five-seater, while outstanding boot capacity of 326 litres heightens the vehicles versatility.

Designed to transport the driver and passengers in great comfort, the cabin features extensive use of soft-touch materials, as well as subtle piano black inserts and chrome detailing, to create a modern and sophisticated interior package.

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