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ReStore Makes A Move

Priming Your SurfaceGetting the Most of YourPaint Projectpg5

Shifting GearsA Local Business

Changes Focus pg11

Habitat for Humanity Transplants Downtown

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Using ColorOur Designer dishes advice on color and why you should not to be afraid of it.

The TipProperly priming your surfaces for adequate paint adhesion.

ReStore Makesa MoveHabitat for Humanity changes location to Downtown Midland.

Shifting GearsDanny Dugan discusses his switch from paint contractor to Home Remodeler.

Publisher5 Lively Stones LLC

Marketing & SalesD.J. Dugan

Graphic DesignAshley DuganD.J. Dugan

WritersD.J. DuganAshley Dugan

PhotographerAshley DuganD.J. Dugan

EditorD.J. Dugan

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Welcome to our first issue of Bid, the Contractor Showcase, a magazine for contractors, remodelers and builders in the Permian Basin area.

In this issue, we showcase Dugan Home Improvement and its owner, Danny Dugan. Before that, we discuss Midland Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore and their move into their new location on Texas Street in down-town Midland. A special thanks to Alynda Best and the Habitat for Humanity crew for their contribution to the article and for what they do in

the Permian Basin area for local families and their communities. Our first article is the monthly tip, where we hope to bestow some tidbit of knowledge to some uniformed person. Our last article is Ask A Designer, where our Designer dishes out advice from submitted questions.

I hope you enjoy Bid, the Contractor Showcase and please look over the ads throughout the publication that help keep our magazine going.

Thanks,D.J. Dugan

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The Tip

Priming a surface before painting serves several purposes: 1, it seals the surface for better adhesion. An unprimed wood surface is more likely to peel and crack than a primed surface after painting. 2: it gives a base coat for better coverage.

When you begin any painting project, remember to prime your surface thoroughly. If you are painting lighter shades, the primer will be ready to go right out of the bucket. If you are applying darker shades, it may be beneficial to have the primer tinted to match the finish coat, making the application easier. Raw, unpainted texture and drywall surfaces must be primed before any paint is applied. Any cheap, flat paint will do well at priming. Remember,

if you apply a satin, semi-gloss or a gloss finish to an unprimed surface, you will be repainting soon because of the lack of a strong bond. If you are looking for stain blocking as well as priming, use Kilz 2. It covers and seals in hard to cover stains like original, oil based Kilz, but without the smell and mineral spirits clean-up.

Sanding or washing an exterior surface, as well as scraping old, cracking paint will help make your paint stick better. This will give your new paint job a longer life and extend the need for a repaint. As always, never forget to clean and properly maintain all equipment used after painting.

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PRIMING YOUR SURFACEHow to Get the Most Out of Your Painting Project.

Above:The outside of a poorly primed house.

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Midland Habitat for Humanity was established in the early nineties with the goal to provide homes for low-income families trapped in substandard housing. Since then, the Midland chapter of this Christian organization has built 92 homes with 10 scheduled for this year alone.

In 2002, the Midland Habitat for Humanity Restore opened. Donated building supplies, furniture, appliances and more are sold there to help fund Habitat’s Ministry. After 8 years of serving the

community, it comes out as a surprise that many people are oblivious to ReStore’s existence. With the Habitat for Humanity ReStore moving from their location on Florida St. to their new one on Texas, its a good time you to come check it out or tell an uninformed friend about it.

For the budget minded remodeler, the ReStore is a cornucopia of clever construction materials. For others, this is a cheap and effective way to keep their homes in a livable condition.

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Above:A Shot of Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore

TRADING SPACESHabitat for Humanity moves to new location

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If your a builder or contractor, the ReStore is a practical business decision as much as it is a generous, moral one. Left over material is many times tossed into the landfill for a fee. Rather than tossing it you can donate it to Midland Habitat and bless someone that is less fortunate than yourself while getting a tax write-off. ReStore takes a variety of usable materials that contractors generally throw away.

Cabinets of all types are needed the most, so when you begin that Kitchen remodel take care with what your removing. By saving the cabinets, you save money, save space in a landfill and help someone without adequate cabinets. After saving cabinets or doors or windows, call the Habitat ReStore in advance and they will come pick up what you would normally pay to dump. They will give you a receipt for all the donated items, load it into their truck and take it to their new Down Town location.

Last year, Habitat recycled 128 tons of building materials. With the money made from selling these gently used items, Habitat can build one to two houses per year. Each house built by Habitat for Humanity is created by volunteer help and by the future homeowners. Many of the volunteers are part of local churches, businesses and schools who come out to help families in need. This helps keep the cost of the homes reasonable. The average cost for Midland Habitat to build a three bedroom home is $52,000. Volunteers are always needed for a variety of jobs. To learn about volunteering contact Midland Habitat for Humanity, or go to habitatmidland.org.

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Midland Habitat for Humanitycan be contacted at:

Midland Habitat for HumanityP.O.Box 2555

Midland, TX 79702www.habitatmidland.com

BY THE NUMBERSThe ReStore sells donated building supplies, furniture, appliances, paint, windows, doors, etc. to contribute to the Habitat for Humanity ministry. In 2008, the ReStore recyled:

5,000 gallons of paint • 4,500 yards of carpet • 1,500 doors1,000 windows • 800 pieces of furniture • 600 appliances

And so much more!

The Contractor Showcase

When Danny Dugan began contracting over 25 years ago, he was already a young veteran to the construction business.

“I always say: My Dad started painting before I was born and I started right after,” Danny will say. Working for his dad’s company, Danny learned a wide variety of skills that he put to use when he began paint contracting himself. Since then, Dugan Paint Co. has been put to work by local homeowners, builders, and businesses who have been good to him, but due to an increased

demand for him to do jobs other than painting, Danny is changing Dugan Paint Co. to Dugan Home Improvement. Not only can Danny & his crew paint, but they replace windows, doors & do complete remodels.

So, if you can’t afford that move or to build a custom home, think remodeling instead with Dugan Home Improvement.

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SHIFTING GEARSDugan Paint Co. becomes Dugan Home Improvement

Above:Danny Dugan stands in front ofa customer’s home.

To learn more aboutDugan Home Improvement call Danny at 432.661.0247

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I know a lot of people who live in vanilla homes with no personality simply because they do not know how to use color - so they avoid it. Color sets the tone for all rooms. Warm colors, such as oranges and yellows, will create a lively and cozy feeling. Cool colors such as blues, greens and lavenders will create a serene, calm room.

Color doesn’t have to be present on the walls to create personality. It is perfectly fine to use neutral wall colors in your room and introduce color in the

accessories, pillows, rugs and art work. If you have a really beautiful piece of art, it is better to display it on a neutral wall. Hanging artwork on a colored wall can often distract from it.

Don’t be afraid to mix multiple colors in a room. Monochromatic color schemes are beautiful, but there are many other color schemes that will create harmony and beauty in your house. For high contrast in a room pick colors opposite each other on the color wheel, like blue and orange. For a harmonious look, choose

Ask A Designer

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USING COLORSWhy not to be afraid of color and instead embrace it.

Below:A Designer’sColor Wheel.

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three colors next to each other on the color wheel, like blue, blue-green and green.

Always keep in mind your home’s other colors. There is no need to have every single room in your house the same color, but try and avoid any clashing colors in transitioning areas of your home. Creating a nice flow between rooms will be more soothing.

If you plan on painting your walls a bold color, dont skimp on paint. Its important to use a good quality paint so that the color comes out rich. You will actually end up saving money. A good paint takes less coats than the less expensive brands. Keep in mind the paint finish as well -- a flat paint looks best, but if you are painting the kitchen or bathroom go for a satin for easy cleaning and moisture resistance.

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You can ask the Designer by emailing:thedesigner@thecontractorshowcase.com