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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1963
Page
8
City planning faces a shift as working residents move back from suburbs into in town apartments. Robert K. Whitmer argues modern design, sound proofing, ventilation, and interiors make apartments appealing to home seekers. He notes zoning changes and new couples view apartments as affordable first homes before purchasing.
Homeowners can use the equity built up in their houses to borrow funds for renovations. By refinancing the mortgage, the new loan covers both the new improvement and the remaining old mortgage, with amount limited by paid off principal. Planning ahead for projects like a finished basement or a fireplace can boost value and enjoyment of the home.
The Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau urges homeowners to have a heating contractor check the thermostat and boiler before the cold season, ensuring the system is balanced and responsive to control signals for top performance.
Berkshire County marks its fifth Dairy Queen with Lyle Freeze returning to run the Elm Street site between Edward and Livingston avenues. The new stand seats about 50 cars, follows standard design with no full basement, and replaces the West Housatonic Street shop moved after landowner Hashim planned a drive-in store. The owner plans energy broiled take-out nearby, with Litano as general contractor.
About half of all plumbing fixtures sold nationwide are white, notes the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Information Bureau. Pink tops popularity for several years, followed by tan, with green, yellow and blue trailing. gray and dark colors are rare choices for new homes and modernization projects.
Quick-drying latex paints allow repainting a room in the morning and finishing by dinner, with odor-free results per the National Paint Varnish and Lacquer Association. If more than one coat is needed, the second coat can be applied after an hour or more.
Dettinger Lumber Co at 24 Warren Ter hosts a two day remodeling clinic with Armstrong Co ceiling tile reps Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 7:30am to 3pm. Demonstrations cover acoustical ceilings and plywood paneling for homeowners planning fall remodels. Free coffee and doughnuts. displays of Armstrong patterns.
In Massachusetts a surge of savings deposits across 181 mutual savings banks pushed deposits to a record 7 billion, easing mortgage competition and keeping rates low. Norman F. Barrett of the Savings Banks Association of Massachusetts noted 500,000 homes financed by savings banks and praised the new rule allowing home improvement loans up to 2500 dollars for eight years.
Readers discover rough sawn cedar wall panels indoors as a low maintenance option after initial finishing. Whether stained or clear protective coverings are applied, the natural color is preserved and upkeep remains minimal.
Adequate space is essential for a well designed kitchen. The piece outlines for efficient function the need for enough cabinet storage counter space and proper placement of appliances for a right handed workflow. It emphasizes arranging supplies at work centers and preserving at least 18 inches of counter beside the refrigerator for convenient access.
New York reports electrical construction activity will surpass the 1963 record of 7.56 billion by about six percent in 1964. Total electrical work is expected near 6.10 billion, with further 6 percent growth projected for 1965. Detailed funding breaks show private residential and industrial sectors leading, plus public funds across residential, educational, and infrastructure programs.
Beacon Construction Co. will buy the 10 story 434 room Sheraton Worcester from Sheraton Acceptance Trust and convert it into about 300 apartment suites with office and commercial space. The restaurant and lounge stay under new management. Renovation starts January with completion planned for early spring. hotel guests accepted through December 2.
A National Paint, Varnish and Lacquer Association guide outlines steps and techniques for finishing unpainted furniture or refinishing existing pieces. The free booklet titled Finishing Wood Furniture is available by writing to the association at 1500 Rhode Island Ave, Washington 5, D.C.
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