Wall Insulation Stops Fire Spreads, NFPA Report
Fire Journal reports insulation in walls prevents fire spread when noncombustible material fills concealed spaces. Robert Moulton notes mineral wool or vermiculite can be blown in to stop flames and offer thermal savings. He warns against retardant-treated combustibles and cites a torch-caused attic blaze as illustration.
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Fire Journal Report
Fire Journal
National Fire Protection Association
Robert
Moulton
Ieat
Relocation Study Outlined for Philadelphia Skid Row
Urban Renewal Administration announced a Philadelphia Relocation Center study. The report details techniques to aid skid row residents through relocation, includes services, analyses of social and medical problems, and coordination among public private and university partners. Temple University and the Greater Philadelphia Movement helped carry out the project.
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Redevelopment Authority
Philadelphia
Urban Renewal Administration
URA
Sacramento
Calif
Chicago
Redevelopment Authority of
Department of Psychiatry
Temple University
Medical School
Greater Philadelphia
The
FNMA Reduces Mortgage Purchase Prices Across Board
The Federal National Mortgage Association cut its purchase prices for most 5.75 and 6 percent mortgages, with a one point across the board drop for FHA and VA loans. President J Stanley Baughman cited changed market conditions as the cause, and analysts question if the move will curb FNMA volume or require further reductions.
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Washington
Federal Reserve Board
Federal National Mortgage Association
FNMA
Association
Federal Housing Administration and Veterans Administration
Aso
J. Stanley Baughman
Alaska
Thickness Counts When Considering Siding Material
aluminum siding buyers should assess panel thickness and finish process to ensure long lasting appearance. A 019 inch thick unpainted panel without a prebended backer board meets FHA standards. A six step finishing process includes chemical cleansing acid etch chromate coating prime coat finish coat and underside enamel.
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Aldo Martin
Martin
FHA
Alcan Aluminum Corp
West 50Th St
New York
N.Y
Make It Temporary The House Doctor
Dear House Doctor: Our children occupy the bedroom adjoining ours. Both rooms open onto a hall. I want to cut a new door between the rooms and need step by step instructions. The answer outlines framing the opening with 2x4s, locating a stud, removing wall covering, installing cripple and full length studs, placing the jamb, leveling with wedges, and restoring trim after wall repair.
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V.T
Tem
Children Share Rooms With Privacy Aids
Guidance from the American Home Improvement Institute on creating private corners in shared children rooms. Tips cover room dividers, separate study and play areas, lighting, bunk or stack beds, and storage solutions to foster individuality and order. Details include a mailing address for free information and a note about a New Jersey builder offering a four wheel drive station wagon for site visits.
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American Home Improvement Institute
National Clearing House For Design and Building Information
Madison Ave
New York
N.Y
New Jersey
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