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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1955
Page
8
Washington reports latex paints are growing in popularity for interior surfaces and exterior masonry. They are water based and easy to mix and apply with brush roller or spray gun. Curing takes 4 to 30 days and they can be used over oil bases with primer on new wood.
Chicago news notes clever hidden snack tables built into cocktail and occasional tables shown at the Winter Home Furnishings show. Hidden chest lamp tables reveal pull out snack shelves. mahogany version $139. Longer rectangular and circular designs feature built in or exposed snack tables with glass surfaces and wood detailing.
The article highlights paint color changes after application and quick touch ups. It notes traditional and modern furniture designs with drop leaves and easy corner placement. It mentions drum tables with swivel mechanisms and serving carts with expandable tops and metal baskets for efficient kitchen access.
A New York color survey by Don Lyons of 12 000 people shows men favor red plaid blankets and blue tones while women prefer pink, lilac, and lighter hues. Living room upholstery reveal general agreement with greens browns and grays as top choices for both sexes.
Public housing administrator Albert M. Cole seeks to extend the low rent program beyond June 30 as Congress weighs renewal. President Eisenhower urges 70 000 more units over two years and easing last summer's limits to allow 35 000 authorized units to proceed. Senate support and a potential compromise extension loom as industry critics call the program socialist while planning broader housing studies and expanded presidential authority.
The drive to finish surplus rooms has become a major factor behind the DIY surge. As families seek more space, homeowners expand dwellings despite high building costs, reshaping home improvement trends nationwide.
In Soltau Germany pupils aged around 12 to 46 supervised by drawing teacher Florian Bartos erected a 107 foot long four classroom bungalow without public funds. The project cost an estimated 7140 dollars max funded by parents and community pledges. The students called the site We helped ourselves and reported no accidents during construction.
A 70 year old carpenter helped pupils install rafters and windows while local craftsmen donated supplies. The project cost 4280 dollars, to be repaid by parents over years. Engineers note floor and near floor warmth affects comfort, with recommended 68 to 70 degrees.
In Minneapolis a stray cat refuses to sleep on cold floors and seeks warmer spots, with a local observer noting the feline prefers elevated warmth such as atop a piano when indoor temperatures drop.
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