Q: WHAT ARE SOME OF THE TOP TRENDS
IN WATER FEATURES THIS YEAR?
A: FALLING WATER Water features with fast
flowing and falling water including long streams
flowing into a pond and multi-tier waterfalls with
cascading drops and curves are quite popular
right now.
LIGHTING Using lighting to highlight the curves
and shapes of a water feature is a popular choice.
Today’s lighting options are much more affordable
and customizable, allowing outdoor features to be
enjoyed late into the evening.
PONDSCAPING Decorative landscaping with
hybrid tropical plants and low maintenance grasses
in an array of colors add personality in and around
a water feature or pond. - Jordan Ninkovich, Fraser Valley
Ponds, www.fvponds.com
Q: WHAT DO YOU PREDICT THE POPULAR
CHOICES FOR ROOFING WILL BE THIS
YEAR?
A: LIGHTER COLORS Recent trends have
seen more homeowners choosing lighter colored
shingles. It is important to remember that you
will have these same shingles for many decades.
Choosing a neutral color will allow more flexibility
in the future.
TIMELESS QUALITY There are now roofing
products available that have a 50+ year lifespan.
To ensure your shingles last through the decades,
start with a fresh coat of plywood sheeting for
better installation of your new shingles to ensure
they last longer.
ADDING A SUNROOF Today’s sunroofs offer
superior quality so you can bring natural light into
the home without worrying about heat loss or
leaks. - Army Roofing, www.armyroofing.com