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Hefreshing Is The Word it For Family Room Party the bottom. Edge-glued panels of tough, but beautiful, Douglas fir are a favorite for this type of styling, for the edge-glued material gives a sleek, sophisticated appearance. Finishing the wood with a clear plastic lacquer provides plenty of protection while displaying the golden beige coloring and elegant, straight graining of Douglas fir. EDGE-GLUED fir also makes a distinctive, heavy-duty countertop. It should be finished with long wearing, heavy duty spar varnish or one of the new finishes which resist cigarette burns, moisture rings, and scorching from hot dishes.

Success of the refreshment bar will depend on what's underneath the counter, too. Definitely, under-counter storage units should be included for supplies of non-perishable foodstuffs, cocktail napkins, and the like. If possible, a pint-sized refrigerator and sink for quick wash-ups should be included. Taneling of Douglas fir to match the bar itself makes an attractive backbar. On this, open shelving can be mounted kJMASII HIT of any party or family room is the refreshment bar.

In modern America where the holiday season extends over 12 months and entertaining is apt to consist of a "drop over" invitation, the refreshment bar proves a real boon to the host who likes to relax and enjoy his own piirty. Adding a refreshment bar to a family room isn't much of a project. They can be of very simple design, and will take little space from the room. In fact, they make good use of wasted space in odd comers, wall areas between windows, or other "unusable" niches. A REALLY serviceable refreshment bar is made up of several components.

The bar counter itself, of course, is the most important. Ths is used not only for sip 'n' nack time, but also can play an important role as a buffet table for informal spreads, such as bridge party desserts. One very simple, but effective, bar design calls for straight sides which are slanted inward ever so slightly towards Delightful complement to family room is a refreshment bar. Handy for snocks end soft drinks, it makes informal dining a snap. A small sink is useful item.

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