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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1960
Page
6
Remodeling an older home can yield a spacious, affordable dwelling if the structure is sound. Modern materials cut costs: a new asphalt shingle roof can be added over the old one, mineral wool insulation lowers heating bills, and factory assembled ponderosa pine window and door units reduce labor time and expense.
The Home Furnishings Industry Committee advises shoppers to examine dressers by pulling drawers, checking corner joints for dove tailing and notching, and ensure the bottom is fit into the sides rather than nailed. This reveals sturdy construction and proper woodworking.
Architects note a shift toward flexible homes that blend styles and favor neutral lines. A detachable grid turns a single large glass unit into multiple pane patterns, aiding various looks from Colonial to contemporary. Grids save money, ease cleaning, and simplify painting, boosting long term adaptability.
Bureau of Labor Statistics shows housing up 30.4 percent and cars 37.5 percent over a decade while head ache pills rose 9.5 percent. Furniture up 6.5 percent, bedrooms down 3.1 percent. Despite gains, today’s furniture is vastly superior for roughly the same price, driven by factory engineering, design advances, and better materials.
Southern California color planner William Manker advises homeowners exterior color choices need not be daunting. He favors off white as a base, neutral roof tones, light pastel trim, and sparing bright accents. Women in the family should have the final say on colors inside and out.
Advice on keeping upholstered furniture looking new longer through regular vacuuming during dusting and periodic professional cleaning to preserve color and finish.
Instructions note that grease spots on oak floors usually disappear when rubbed with a mild laundry cloth. Spots resisting simple treatment should vanish with fine sandpaper or steel wool, applying gentle rubbing to restore the floor’s finish.
A lighthearted note suggests using throw pillows to expand seating when space is tight in new homes. The tip presents a quick, casual remedy for limited chair availability and small living areas, highlighting practicality and comfort.
A simple guide for home builders explains how to make a large recessed sand box for children using six boards plus pine timber. Steps include measuring ground space, digging six inches, selecting western pine boards, framing with stakes, attaching seats, and applying preservative before finish.
A 32 page free booklet from Oak Flooring Information Service advises on grades sizes and styles of oak flooring and care tips. Readers may request a copy by writing to 75 E. Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois and asking for Oak Floors for Your Home.
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