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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1962

Page

5

Improving Home Increases Convenience Beauty Value

Millions remodel to refresh living spaces and boost property value. The piece notes interior upgrades from kitchens, baths, and rooms to exterior paint and sun rooms, plus financing options up to 10000 with 20-year terms under government insured programs.

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How To Install Recessed Fittings

Step by step method for placing recessed bathroom fittings like soap dishes and grab bars. Cut a hole between studs to fit the unit body, overlaps the wall, pack with excelsior and plaster to embed, seal with plaster on the flange, then remove surplus and wipe clean.

Build Pegboard Rack For Tools

A DIY tip suggests mounting a pegboard rack above a work bench. Use perforated hard board attached to a wood frame, insert fixtures into holes, and hang tools for easy visibility and reach.

Closet Wall To Add Storage In Bedroom Space Maker Plan

Designers at Weyerhaeuser unveil a bedroom closet wall system that creates twin closets beside the bed. The 2-foot deep built ins use available wall space, add shoe and accessory storage, and can be finished in light wood tones or Craftwall panels. A DIY build is moderately easy, or pros can complete it quickly for about 350 to 450 dollars.

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Save Carpet Wear With Chair Area Hardboard Panel

An advice note suggests placing a panel of hardboard under the chair in the den or at the office to protect the carpet from wear and tear. It emphasizes a simple, practical solution to prolong rug life.

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Roses Define Elegance In American Gardens

The American Association of Nursery men says billions of rose blooms are produced annually by home gardeners. The flower is noted as our most popular, symbolizing elegance in the public mind.

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Handy Hints Garage Solution for Space Saving

Tips to add efficient garage space without expansion. Hang tools on perforated hardboard walls. Install wall cabinets for small items and corner units for garden gear and work clothes. Include a drop leaf work table for versatile workspace.

Storage plan for ceiling mounted platform system

A plan to suspend a storage platform from the ceiling to hold large flat items such as screens, storm windows, hardboard panels and other bulky flat objects when not in use. It describes lowering or lowering against a wall to access stored items safely.

A Word of Caution For Home Heating Repairs

Do not let amateurs tackle major repairs on broken lines leaking boilers or hot water heaters An inexperienced handyman can cause more harm than no help at all.

Play Table From Old Wood Door Project Idea

Quick DIY project to reuse an old door as a children’s play table. Cover one surface with prefinished hardboard and attach wood or pipe legs to the other side for a sturdy, kid friendly table.

Planting Strawberries Properly for Crown Level

Set strawberry plants so the crown is even with soil level. If crown sits above ground, roots may dry out. if too deep, crown can smother and the plant die. Firm soil around roots and water the plant well.

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