Rita’s, A Fun Home Décor Boutique Home décor is in abundance with a variety of decorative throw pillows, lamps, inspirational wall art, beautiful floral arrangements, and much more on display throughout the store. Refurbished furniture is the focal point of the boutique. From finding and buying the pieces to then restoring or repurposing them, it’s something Rita has enjoyed doing for some time. The finished products are unique and one-of-a-kind treasures. For those who may want to try their own hand at furniture restoration, Rita’s also sells Stella Paints, the same line of chalk paint she uses, made in nearby vRoof Trouble continued from page 15 • Worn shingles: Shingles should lie flat against the roof, so any that appear to be buckling or turning up are damaged and in need of repair. A single damaged shingle does not require a full roof replacement, but inspect all the shingles nonetheless. Another indicator of shingle problems can be found when cleaning downspouts or gutters. If the gutters and downspouts contain lots of shingle granules, the roof may soon need to be replaced. • Moss: Moss on a rooftop may give a home character, but that added character is costly. Shady areas of a roof can be susceptible to the growth of moss and fungi because moisture can be trapped in such areas. If possible, remove moss or fungi from a roof with a stiff brush or hire a professional to do the job instead. Moss may Beresford, SD. Handmade florals are another creative item offered at Rita’s. These beautiful, permanent floral arrangements can be custom made in practically any color scheme a customer might desire. And if you have a piece of furniture you just love but is out dated and you are not particularly artistic or creative, bring it in to Rita, as she is now doing custom painting for that piece you need updated giving it a whole new life. v Editorial provided by Rita’s Purse-O-Nalities come back even after brushing it off, so homeowners should keep an eye on areas of their roofs that get little sunlight. In addition, trapped moisture can be very harmful to a roof, so it may be wise to exercise caution and have roofs with mold or fungi growths inspected. • Age: Another indicator of roof trouble may be the age of the roof. Even if there are no visible signs of damage, homeowners whose roofs have some years under their belt may want to consider replacing them. Asphalt shingle roofs typically have life expectancies of 20 to 25 years, while roofs installed over existing layers of shingles may need to be replaced after 20 years. Recognizing minor roof damage before it escalates into a larger problem can save homeowners substantial amounts of money. { ” HARDWARE Proudly featuring Valspar & Clark & Kensington Paints! 20 • TODAY’S HOME - Spring 2018 } “ Your complete Hardware Store & more 812 Cottage, Vermillion • 605-624-3195 118 E. Main St., Elk Point • 605-356-3311 v MetroCreative Connection Open 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Huge Paint Department • • Keys • Window & Screen Repair • Glass Cutting • Lock Repair • Electrical • Plumbing • Lawn & Garden • Outdoor Equipment • Rental Equipment • Small Engine Repair & A Whole Lot More...