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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 14, 1963
Page
6
The piece notes a move from open fires to modern heating reducing mess and sparking risk, prompting higher spending on durable furnishings. Aluminium curtain lining provides insulation and fade protection, offered in grey on the window side with varied backs, and vinyl covered lounge suites rise in popularity for warmth, durability, and cleaning ease.
With wood scarce, local demand for coal coke and briquettes is growing. Briquettes attract buyers for easy handling and clean ash, while coal and coke deliver hotter heat. open fires persist in older homes for atmosphere despite central heating.
The article notes gas usage has remained stable since its founding in Australia 133 years ago. It reports a surge in popularity recently with gas output rising from 21 thousand million cubic feet in 1938-39 to 50,648 million cubic feet in 1960-61, more than doubling.
A ceiling heating system offers full ceiling area for heat output while floor heating can be hindered by carpeting or furniture reducing emission. The contrast emphasizes ceiling radiators provide more even heat distribution than floors beneath coverings.
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