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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1962
Page
5
Landscaping boosts home value with a typical 4 to 20 percent gain on resale. Homeowners invest up to 50 million this spring in gardens from shrubs to full designs, guided by plans, with nurserymen offering affordable professional advice.
If floors need repair or refinishing, covering with carpet can avoid expensive renovations. Wall-to-wall carpet with a soft underlay offers a practical option, reducing repair costs and helping fund a quality carpet.
A sharp hedge shear makes cutting insulation batts precise and clean in a single pass. The tip emphasizes using well sharpened blades to achieve neat, efficient cuts.
Grasp a small piece to be drilled on a drill press using a large clamp. Use a second clamp to secure the entire assembly to the drill press table for stability during drilling.
An old coffee can is repurposed to hold a hot soldering iron safely. Cut V shaped notches in the top rim on opposite sides to keep the iron from rolling off.
An optimum day climate at 70 degrees and 50 percent humidity boosts mood and safety. Home cooling guidance covers temperature and humidity targets, heat gain calculations, air distribution, and fresh air with dampering. Include electrostatic filters for allergy control and zone controls for comfort in living and working areas.
Slip a small wooden block under the hammerhead to prevent denting or scratching the surface when nails are pulled from lumber destined for reuse. This simple precaution protects the wood and preserves its appearance for future use.
Keep kitchen and bathroom faucets bright by sponging them with full strength pine cleaner, then wiping dry.
The informality of flowering or fevergreen vines brings soft charm to rigid angular lines of homes and garages, adding pleasing texture and beauty to outdoor spaces.
Hardboard is a versatile material popular with homeowners and handymen. It covers standard plain or perforated types, tempered hardboard, and tempered board smooth on both sides. A wide range is available from lumber dealers to suit nearly any home improvement project.
The new small square bathtubs are designed to fit within a shower area, delivering full bathroom facilities in a compact footprint suitable for tight layouts.
Dried putty on a sash resists scraping but can be softened quickly by applying a hot soldering iron or hot gun. The method aids removal when fresh glass replacement is needed.
Mineral-surface insulating siding, used for over 30 years, is enjoying renewed interest. Modern design, color, and texture upgrades provide durable, maintenance-free options, with factory embossing and two-tone stone or brick effects compatible with all exterior materials.
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