Residential upgrades
A long winter’s nap
Snug on American Bedding’s Vanderbilt Plush or Firm double-sided mattresses, you’ll have visions of sugarplums dancing in your head. The only thing that will be tossing and turning is the mattress, with two comfort surfaces designed to extend the life of the mattress. Edge support provides additional durability and edge reinforcement. Premium innersprings provide proven support technology, engineered for greater comfort.
TO BUY: Crafton’s Furniture & Appliances Inc., Searcy
Kitchen helper
Spend more time with your family and less time cleaning with the KitchenAid 44 dBA Dishwasher in PrintShield finish with a FreeFlex third rack. KitchenAid’s Advanced Clean Water Wash System circulates clean water to dishes in all three racks, and the Fan-Enabled ProDry System provides thorough drying. The durable stainless-steel interior resists streaks, stains and odors, while retaining heat. The beautiful PrintShield finish resists smudges and is easy to clean with just water and a soft cloth. Model #KDTM704KPS
TO BUY: McClendon’s Appliance, Benton
Bathed in luxury
Surround your tub with a customized design, ranging from cultured marble to tile, to create a relaxing environment. Choose a tub with or without jets; then select the flooring and backsplash design to complement the tub of your choice. TO BUY: Chapman’s Marble Cabinets & Flooring, Morrilton
Take the floor
Withstand the test of time with this top-of-the-line solid hickory Colonial Manor Anderson Hardwood Flooring that comes with a 50-year warranty. The 3/4-inch-thick planks are hand-scraped for a beautiful hobnail-color finish, and beveled edges make for easy installation.
TO BUY: Georgia Carpet Mills of Arkansas, Russellville
Clean machines
The reason Speed Queen washers and dryers can last 25 years in your home is because the company takes a mindful and deliberate approach to building the most reliable products on the market. Speed Queen pays attention to every detail, uses only the highestquality parts and never cuts corners. For over a century, the company has earned loyal fans, simply by providing washers and dryers that last. And to prove it, they come with a 20- to 25-year warranty.
TO BUY: Crafton’s Furniture & Appliances Inc., Searcy
Home for the holidays
Great for entertaining, this 4,703-square-foot home at 106 Kerryville Drive in Searcy offers four bedrooms and three full and two half baths. The home features two living areas with fireplaces, and the kitchen boasts custom cabinets, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a double oven and a Jenn-Air gas cooktop. The formal dining room provides access to the deck, and the master bedroom is on the main level. Downstairs are mother-in-law quarters that supply a bedroom, a bath and a built-in kitchen with a bar. The home also has a game room and a bonus room that could be used as an office, a hobby room or a fifth bedroom. The highlight of the private backyard is a fully fenced 18-by-40foot saltwater in-ground pool with a slide and a diving board.
TO BUY: Linda Castle RE/MAX Advantage, Searcy