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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1967
Page
19
Families seek cooling shade for summer patios. The article outlines sunshade roofs that filter light rather than solid covers, with options including slat roofs, lattice panels, and egg crate trellis designs. It notes wood choices like Douglas fir and cedar, finishing tips, and emphasis on natural weathering or transparent stain.
Andy Lang explains how sanding quality depends on wood condition and choosing the right sandpaper. He notes grades from fine to very coarse, open versus closed coatings, and minerals like quartz garnet emery and alumina oxide used for wood and metal.
In a back yard research study a lumberman built a fence from unfinished Douglas fir western red cedar ponderosa pine western hemlock and sugar pine. Results showed little wear difference and all woods weathered to similar silver gray tones.
The guide explains using coarse medium and fine sandpaper in sequence with the grain for woodworking, backing options like wood rubber or felt, and the need for give in backing. It also notes shifting bench positions periodically to dry the paving under each leg.
A practical bench design hides briquets mats croquet sets and sports gear behind a hinged lid. Built against a wall or patio divider it doubles as seating and sunbathing space. The lid uses wide lumber such as pomcrosa pine drainboard stock or tongue and groove boards.
Wood planks form decorative garden steps with a 14 inch tread and 5 inch riser, using pressure treated Douglas fir. Glass walls facing sun can be shielded by a distant tall screen with cedar slats on 4x4 posts. Reorganizing spaces such as hallways, attics, or basements can create needed room for new ceramic tile bathrooms.
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