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First off, don't make comments about how cruel fur is because I agree, but these have been in my family for many decades. What is the best way to store them at home so they hold up?
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1. Insure your fur on your homeowner's policy for its replacement value, so you won't be heartbroken in case of theft. Furriers usually offer nominal insurance coverage while your coat is in storage and sometimes make further coverage available for a small fee.
2. Give it a good home. Be sure you put it in a coat closet that is not exposed to light (which will fade your fur) or heat. Check for hot water or steam pipes in the wall. Then be sure it has room to breathe and isn't being crushed by other garments.
3. Hang your fur on a broad-shouldered or padded hanger with a long neck. No wire hangers. Ideally, ask your furrier for a professional hanger.
4. Don't cover it in a garment bag. Your fur prefers air circulation, to prevent its leather side from drying. If you absolutely must keep it in a bag for a short period of time, be sure it is in a loosely woven cloth bag.
5. Accessorize wisely. Don't pin jewellery on your fur, and avoid sharp necklaces or bracelets that could snag your fur. Don't use your shoulder bag on a consistent basis, since it will wear the hairs off and give your coat a bald spot. Consider wearing a scarf around your neck to protect the collar, which can be quickly matted.
6. Avoid insecticides, mothproofing and other chemicals around on your fur, including perfume or hairspray directly on your fur. Perfume contains alcohol, which can dry your pelts. Once a perfume gets into your fur -- including cedar from a cedar chest -- it could be there to stay. Oils in the leather of your fur can become rancid and smell.
7. If your fur gets wet, don't panic. Most furs handle snow and a light rain with ease. Shake it out and hang it to dry in a well-ventilated room, at home or office. Resist the temptation to speed the drying process by using a hair dryer or hanging it near a heat source. Fur does not like heat. After it dries, shake it again. Do not comb or brush it. If its hairs are a little bristly, simply smooth them with your hand. If your fur has been soaked through, however, take it immediately to your fur retailer for proper treatment.
8. Your fur coat and your car, best friends? Probably not. Furs don't do well with friction or crushing, both of which they experience in your car. Use common sense when sliding into the seat, so you're not too hard on your fur. To avoid a telltale flattened bottom print on your fur, don't sit on it if possible, or at least not on the same spot consistently. Shake out any spots like that on your fur when you exit your vehicle. On long drives, take off your fur and wear it over you like a blanket, if you need to keep warm.
9. Keep your fur in mind when you're on the move. Double-check your insurance policy to make sure you're covered in case of loss at a restaurant or while travelling. At a restaurant, if the cloak room looks suspicious or overcrowded, don't check your coat. Don't hang it on a hook or coat tree. Fold it neatly on a chair at your table and cover with a napkin.
On a plane, the closet for hanging luggage is not the best place for your fur. When you get to your destination, you might find your fur too crushed to wear. Instead, leave it lightly on your lap for a super-luxury, cosy blanket or fold it loosely, lining out, and place it at the top of an overhead bin very near you. But find a bin that is already nearly full, and put your coat on top of other luggage. Don't tempt anyone to place luggage on top of your coat.
10. Always send your coat on summer vacation. Nothing shortens the longevity of your fur like keeping it in your closet during a long, hot summer. Send it to your furrier for professional storage. This is important every year, for a fur, a shearling, a fur-trimmed garment and even a fur hat or scarf. Unless you don't intend to wear your fur for very long, take it in for cold storage. It's not very expensive, and this is the single best thing you can do to care for your fur. It definitely is necessary.
11. Have your fur cleaned regularly by a fur specialist, not a dry cleaner. Furs must be cleaned by a special process. Your fur should be cleaned every year, unless it hasn't been worn hardly at all. In that case, have it cleaned at least every other year. Besides just cleaning, this conditions your fur, makes it look better and is good for your fur. When you take your fur in for cleaning, this is also the time when your furrier gives it a check-up for any necessary repairs. Always have repairs done immediately, before little problems turn into big headaches.
What kind of car should I get big enough for 5 people?
Lisa E.
I am married, and have a 3 year old daughter, a 9 year old step-son, and am 5 months pregnant with another baby. I only hve a Ford Focus now, and I am going to have to get something bigger when the baby comes because it is too small to fit 2 car seats and a 10 year old in the back seat. I ABSOLUTELY do not want a truck, van, or SUV. Good gas milege is critical. I have to drive my own vehicle for work, and sometimes it can be about 100 miles per day. What is a good car big enough for my husband, me, and 3 kids that won't cost alot to purchase???
Answer
Unlike what was just said above, you should look into other makes. Mercury is the #2 most reliable car maker in the world as rated by JD Powers. Just behind Lexus, and above all the rest.
They make a GREAT full size car called the Montego. I call it a full size car in a midsize body. You won't feel like you're driving a big car, but it is going to have TONS more room than your Focus and other comparable vehicles. PLUS, the trunk is HUGE, the LARGEST in its class, by far! This will be important with a baby stroller and various kids gear.
These cars come standard with High Intensity Discharge headlamps. They are the blueish tinted lights you see coming at you on high end luxury cars. They make a huge difference in lighting, adding a lot of safety. They also come standard with LED taillamps. Much greater visibility from the rear for greater safety.
And when you talk room, you'll be AMAZED at the room in the rear seat. You'll feel like you can't even touch the seat in front of you with your feet! Adults and kids will have more than enough room.
Gas mileage; 29MPG. And, unlike most other manufacturer's Ford/Lincoln/Mercury usually are conservative on their mpg estimates. With it's six speed transmission, it will get every bit of 29mpg on the highway!
Safety; this car was voted the safest in it's class by the International Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), in 2006. That is critical when hauling family around.
Dependability; as mentioned, Mercury is #2, ahead of Toyota and Honda and all others besides Lexus. And the Montego is powered by the Duratec 3.0L V-6. This is a proven motor that has been in the line for years. Very reliable!
Don't make the mistake of believing the myth that only imports make good vehicles. You need to look at this car, or its Ford counterpart, the Five Hundred. The Five Hundred won't have the HID headlights or LED taillamps, but they'll have some nice features to offer. If you buy pre-owned or factory program vehicles, go for the Mercury. It won't cost you much more if any than the Five Hundred, and it will hold more of its resale value. If you're a new car buyer on a tight budget, You can get a more basic Five Hundred with less equipment that might save you a few bucks. If you want the nice equipment, leather, moonroof, etc. then go with the Mercury again. When you load these two units up, the price is not that big of a difference.
FYI, the Five Hundred will be changing its name to the Taurus. The Montego will go to the Sable. Don't ask me why.
Also, you can pick up a program 2005 Five Hundred SE for around $15,000-16000 retail, and Montego Luxury for about the same money, maybe a little more. Both should have factory warranty.
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