Lumber metric shift eyed for all sizes and plywood
Industry groups back a soft metric conversion for lumber and plywood. 2x4s would become about 38 by 89 millimeters while maintaining same wood content, enabling old and new sizes to co exist during the transition, with wall widths and stud spacing affected but buyer impact minimal.
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American National Metric Council
Western Wood Products Association
ANMC
Sout
WWPA
Moving Day Moving Tips From A Homeowner Guide
Practical moving plan outlines steps from 30 days to moving day. It covers inventory, selecting a mover, packing decisions, notifying post office, transferring records, and pre day tasks. Advice emphasizes reducing surprises, organizing utilities, and securing important documents during a house move.
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Post Office
Shutter height and width guidance for outside screens
The shutters should be the same height as the window. Each shutter must be half the window width so that when closed they completely cover the window opening.
Elbow Room Expands Living Space for Homeowners
A 6 by 8 foot extension called an Elbow Room fits through an outside wall and moves activities from crowded rooms. DIY cost under $600 for materials from local lumber dealers. Plans and a color idea booklet are available for 50 cents from Western Wood Products Association in Portland Oregon.
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Western Wood Products Association
Dept
Yeon Bldg
Portland
Ore
Decorating with today’s wide sheets for creative rooms
Sheets offer versatile decorating ideas for today’s homes. Use patterned sheets to curtain canopy beds or to match curtains and walls. Choose from florals to bold abstracts to create an affordable coordinated look.
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