April Sweepstakes
Enter to Win!

Enter to win one of these adorable Pet Planters, your choice of either Dog or Cat. The measure 18"x15"  with a 10" coco liner, attractive rust finish and durable electrostatic powder finish. Plus an 8qt Miracle-Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix

Visit www.acesetsthepace.com and enter to win.

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While rainwater may not always be safe to drink, it can be used for a variety of other applications—from watering your lawn and flower beds to washing cars or driveways. And depending on your state and local laws, you may be able to use rainwater for some household graywater uses, like toilets and showers.

A rain barrel is essentially a large tank with a spigot that sits under your home’s gutter downspout to harvest rainwater from your roof. You can make one for just a few dollars, or you can purchase a basic model for around $50 to $100. A more decorative model will cost upwards of $300.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Safety: Rain barrels hold 50-plus gallons of water, so be sure the tank is both child- and animal-proof.

• Handling overflow: Look for rain barrels with an overflow valve that kicks in when the barrel reaches capacity.

• Clean water: A rain barrel topped with a fine-mesh screen will keep out insects and debris.

• Materials: Rain barrels come in all sorts of materials, from durable stainless steel to fiberglass and recycled plastic, so let personal preference be your guide. Some retailers even sell rain barrels made from old whiskey or wine barrels, probably a more sustainable choice, saving materials from ending up in a landfill.

• Expanding capacity: An average rainstorm can fill one 60-gallon rain barrel within an hour. You can link several barrels to harvest even more rainwater. Look for barrels with an outlet for attaching a linking hose.

• Rebates: Check with your local water agency to learn about any rain barrel subsidies or rebates in your area. Some environmental groups sell rain barrels at a discount, saving you even more.

   Shelly's Hot Item of the Month

4 STEP LAWN PROGRAMS

Ace 4 Step

1. Crabgrass Preventer & Fertilizer
2. Weed & Feed
3. Lawn Fertilizer
4. Winterizer

YouTube Video on the
Ace 4 Step Program

http://youtu.be/gYCQx6CR-f8


Scotts 4 Step Program

1. Crabgrass Preventer Plus Lawn Food
2. Weed Control Plus Lawn Food
3. Lawn Food w/2% Iron
4. Lawn Fertilzer


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Craftsman Tool of the Month

CORDLESS TRIM
SAW 19.2 VOLT WITH LASER
SKU 2295582

*19.2 volt cordless trim saw with a laser mounted on upper blade guard to aid in an accurate cut

*1-9/16" depth of cut at 90 degrees cuts

*50 degree bevel capability

*Spindle lock, lock off switch

*Die cast aluminum upper blade guard

*5-1/2" dia. thin kerf blade

*Powerful 19.2 volt motor - powerful enough to easily cut 2 times framing, shelving board and sheeting

*1-9/16" depth of cut at 90 degrees - cuts through 2 times material with one pass

*Easy blade change

*Die cast aluminum upper blade guard - for durability

*Aluminum thermoplastic housing

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Ace Hardware of Central Illinois Phone App


Download our new phone app and get access to special offers, contest entry, what's happening events at all our stores, Ace YouTube videos, QR code scanner, helpful hints, store locations, access your account and check invoices and statements and more. Watch for more new and exciting features coming soon.    

Available  for the iPhone on iTunes store and for Android at the Google play store

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