Vacation Cottages Designed For Easy Living
In the Fire Island area a rising trend shows families choosing sturdy vacation cottages built with economical modern materials. J. P. Miller, Inc. in Patchogue designs about 30 yearly, emphasizing stock windows, white roofs, mineral wool insulation, and louvered doors to maximize indoor comfort while withstanding hurricanes and salt air.
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Avis Park
N. Y
New York City
Fire Island
Long Island
Atlantic Ocean
John P. Lobby” Miller
Patchogue
Hobby
Davis Park
J. P. Miller, Inc
Exterior house color and roofing tips from a 1950s guide
Homeowners are urged to choose exterior colors cautiously with long lasting options. Howard Ketcham discusses color blends in asphalt shingles offering wide hue flexibility, heat reflection, and a perception of height. The piece also notes oak flooring standards and proper nail spacing for longevity, plus a kitchen tip on preventing sticking when pan broiling and warming mixer blades in hot water.
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Howard Ketcham
Ketcham
Air Conditioning Brings Comfort to Homemakers and Families
Housewives and mothers of young children gain the most from home cooling as dehumidified air eases chores and aids sleep. Mineral wool insulation under new All Weather Comfort Standards lowers cooling costs, enabling smaller, cheaper equipment to do the job. A bridal shower tip suggests freezing heart shaped ice with colored water to match the theme.
Carefully Planned Kitchen Brings Daily Rewards Of Beauty
Efficient kitchen design saves time and steps by centering the work triangle among storage cooking and cleanup, adding ample counter space and modern appliances. It highlights electric refrigerators, automatic dishwashers, planning desk, and laundry area, with practical tips for maintenance and storage.
Remove Confining Wall Gain New Living Area
An attic remodeling guide explains removing nonbearing walls to create open living space behind stairs. It discusses wall removal steps, paneling options from western pine species, and vertical panel installation to maximize height. Finishes include natural stains or pigmented coatings, with techniques for furring strips and baseboards.
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Ora
Ourage
National
J. G. Deering & Son
America
Painchard Paint CO
Alfred Street
Cole Road
Lucien Bourque
Biddeford
Rover
Elmer Gulleck
P. O
Box
Chicago St
Elgin
Ill
General Electric
SACO
Water Street
Steel Headquarters
York County
S. S
Masons
Mason
Saco Hardware and Supply Company
Dial
Kiysander
Pepperell Square
Census Bureau
Metropolitan Life
Alaska
Hawaii
A. F. Letellier
J.C. Window and Siding CO
RBZ
H. W. Thompson Inc
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