British reaction to American ranch house shown at exhibition
Visitors at an exhibition questioned US ranch house design arguing Britain lacks space for one story. Critics cited openness and lack of privacy, with comments on outdoor showers, island kitchens, air conditioning, and visibility into homes. Officials Mitnick and Ginsberg sought visitor feedback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl T. Mitnick
National Assn
Norman Ginsberg
National Desicenter
Britain
Island
Wood Floors Add Note Of Elegance In Interior Design
Decorators embrace exposed wooden floors as a key design element, praising hardwoods for color, texture, and durability. Interior Design magazine notes wood floors offer elegance, adaptability, and the ability to be refinished, with strip flooring favored for its variety of patterns and natural grain.
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Interior Design
Solomon
Lication
Europe
Converted Garage Room Becomes Versatile Family Space
Homeowners transform garages into living areas and party spaces with minimal changes. Ralph Sherwin of Libbey Owen Ford notes upward doors enable quick conversion to patio or pavilion, while a rear kitchen counter or outdoor pantry adapts for snacks and picnics.
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Ralph Sherwin
Libbey-Owen- Ford Lass Company
Burial for Mrs Franor Vaile Durkin in Brooklyn rites
Mrs Franor Vaile Durkin aged 49 of Brooklyn New York died Sunday after a short illness. Survivors include her son Elliot Engvaldson and daughter Jean Engvaldson both of Brooklyn and son Blais Engvaldson of Old Orchard Beach plus three brothers and three grandchildren. Burial was in the family lot at a cemetery on Staten Island.
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Franor Vaile Durkin
Brooklyn
N. Y
Elliot Engvaldson
Jean Engvaldson Blais
Old Orchard Beach
Cemtery
Staten Isand
Ranch Homes Amaze British at London Exhibition
An American ranch house, built inside London's Olympia hall, draws thousands of visitors. It features air conditioning, indoor barbecue, an electric organ, mud room with hot water, a dog access door, open plan living, three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a stainless steel island stove. Estimated cost to replicate in an American suburb is about $17,000.
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Herman H. York
Jamaica
N. Y
London
England
Olympia Exhibition Hall
Loverseas
Britain
Renovate Worn Linoleum With Turpentine and Paint
Clean the surface with turpentine and steel wool to remove grease and dirt. Apply two or three coats of quality floor paint to the linoleum afterward.
FHA Distribution of Cash Shares Returns to Homeowners
The FHA operates without taxpayer cost, earning through premiums and fees from users. Over the last 15 years it has paid out more than ninety million dollars in participating shares to homeowners who have fully paid FHA insured mortgages.
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FHA
Shell houses cut build costs by partial finish
A contractor can erect a complete home shell leaving interior finishing to the owner. The homeowner then mobilizes family help for tasks like mineral wool insulation plasterboard installation and painting to save money.
Oak floor finishes vary from colorful fillers to natural grains
Striking color effects are possible on oak floors today using pigmented wood filler and colored floor seal. Natural finishes remain popular for harmonizing with any color plan, offering versatile compatibility and timeless appeal.
Everlasting Floors in English Castles Through Ages
Hardwood floors and woodwork dating to the early middle ages remain in service in several English castles as enduring examples of medieval craftsmanship still used in modern times.
Prefinished hardwood flooring aids home modernization projects
Prefinished hardwood flooring, ready for service immediately after installation, is especially well adapted to home modernization projects. It can be applied right over existing floors.
Untreated Dust Mop Preserves Oak Floor Shine
A daily once-over with an untreated dust mop keeps oak floors sparkling longer by preventing dust and dirt from grinding into the finish under foot traffic. A Whitman quip about the four R's is cited in school lore.
Ceiling Tiles Merge Color and Acoustics in Homes
A new residential ceiling tile combines printed patterns with sound absorbing perforations, offering washable, easy to install options over existing ceilings. Available 12 by 12 inch tiles fit plaster or gypsum surfaces with tongue and groove edges, ideal for hiding cracks or adding ceilings in renovated spaces. American homeowners show growing use alongside hardwood flooring records in 1955 with shipments exceeding 1.2 billion board feet, 95 percent oak.
Oak Floors Crowned Favorite by Home Owners
Home owners continue to favor oak flooring as the top choice for durability and classic appeal. Surveys show oak leads in popularity, with builders citing its longevity and easy maintenance as decisive factors.
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Yhouse
Sherwin
Durkin Services
J. G. Deering & Son
America
Painchard Paint CO
Alfred Street
Lucien Bourque
Biddeford
General Electric
George’s
SACO
Water Street
Steel Headquarters
York County
S. S
Walt Whitman
Masons
Mason
Saco Brick Coorth
Keystone
Saco Hardware and Supply Company
Keyskid
Pepperell Square
A. F. Letellier
J. ©. Window and Siding CO
Frigidaire Radiantube
RBZ
H. W. Thompson Inc
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