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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1960

Page

8

Practical plans to finance home improvements well explained

Home improvement funds can come from four main loan types offered by banks and lenders. The guide advises getting multiple contractor estimates, checking reputations, and calculating affordable monthly payments with a cushion for unexpected costs.

American Bankers Association Savings and Loan Savings and Loan Association Federal Housing Administration

Air Conditioning Ride Brisk Growth Across Homes

Air conditioning becomes common as cars in garages with retail sales expected to rise to 41 percent this year and near 7 billion dollars in 1965. Four installation methods exist from central systems to room units, with options for retrofitting into older homes and through the wall or window installations gaining popularity.

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Banishing Cold Water With Electric Water Heaters

Homemaker woes from icy taps vanish with electric water heaters. Automatic controls manage on off timing for uniform temperature. Heavily insulated tanks stay cool to the touch and require less cleaning, with heat losses minimized by placement near usage. Approximately 200 million pounds of honey produced in the U S each year.

Dad Baby The U. S

Bright color helps find small hand tools in grass

Bright yellow or red paint makes small hand tools easier to locate in a grassy area. The tip emphasizes using vivid colors to improve visibility and reduce misplacement during outdoor work.

Structural Glass With Aluminum Backing For Color Protection

A new structural colored glass features an aluminum backing welded to the glass. This backing protects ceramic coloring and creates a heat barrier.

Insulating Glass Improves Room Insulation Efficiency

Thermopane insulating glass proves 53 percent more effective than single plate glass in room insulation measures. The finding highlights energy gains and potential cost savings for buildings adopting advanced glazing technology.

Nail Stops Binding in Rip Sawing Technique

A carpentry tip explains binding can be eliminated by tapping a large nail or screwdriver into the slot behind the saw to separate the blade from the wood. This simple adjustment aids smoother cuts and reduces jams during ripping operations.

New Fertilizer Paste Turns Plant Food Into Liquid Grow Aid

A new Heller-Gro paste dissolves in water to create a clear odorless liquid plant food for gardeners this year. The product promises easy use for green thumb enthusiasts seeking a ready to mix fertilizer solution.

Blade Holds Screws In Tight Spots Tape Trick

A quick hack for starting screws in hard to reach places involves placing tape over the screwdriver tip. The tape catches the screw head as you begin threading, reducing wobble and guiding the bit for a clean start. This simple tip helps prevent dropped screws and stripped heads.

Trick to attach a blade tip with wedges and paper

Instructions describe securing a blade tip by wedging tightly and layering paper to hold the fit. The text implies a manual method using small shims or folded paper to snug the blade tip in place.

Reflector Tape Prevents Falls at Home Safety Tip

Safety measure suggests placing strips of reflector tape along porch attic and cellar steps to prevent serious falls. Separate note explains cryogenics as the science of very low temperatures with readings hundreds of degrees below zero.

Gripping small pieces with locking pliers aids drilling

Locking-type pliers grip the work firmly and can be secured by clamping the handles in a bench vise. Once fixed, drilling can proceed safely and efficiently.

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