English Tudor House of the Week features imposing details
English Tudor house by architect William G. Chirgottis showcases a massive brick chimney steep roofs angular bay window and half timber on stucco walls. A two story four bedroom home with spacious foyer front living room kitchen dinette and two car garage offers ample storage and a view of the rear garden. The design emphasizes traditional styling with a second floor balcony overlooking the living area and a master suite with a large walk in closet and private bath. Overall 1388 plus 1446 square feet with a two car garage and full basement clearances.
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United States
William G. Chirgotis
New Epoxies Save Floors With Tough Wear-Resistant Coatings
Epoxy coatings resist abrasion and a wide range of chemicals, ideal for floors walls and surfaces exposed to heavy traffic. Two main types epoxy esters and two package epoxies come in kits with mixing instructions and pot life of about eight hours. They revitalize concrete masonry garage floors and even tiles while resisting stains and scratches and cleaning easily.
Make Vacation Home Inhabitable With New Heating
About 2 million American families own a second or vacation home and numbers grow by about 100,000 yearly. Most lack central heating. heat from fireplaces dominates. Installing a hydronic hot water system with baseboard radiation extends use across seasons and can pay for itself through rent.
Many Housewives Blame Heating Plant For Endless Chores
The National Better Heating Cooling Council reports a survey showing housewives attribute much cleaning to heating systems. They fault fans blowers and high heat for spreading dust. the council says proper installation prevents dust, and daily activities are primary culprits. Hydronic baseboard systems are praised for gentle air circulation and moderate temperatures.
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National
Better Heating- Cooling Council
America
Council
Extra Jobs For Hydronic Systems Embrace Home Uses
Homeowners learn they can use hydronic heating beyond space warmth. The National Better Heating Cooling Council notes systems melt snow off driveways, heat pools, greenhouses, and garages.
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National
Better Heating Cooling Council
Ceiling First: A Fifth Wall For Color and Flair
A guide to painting ceilings emphasizes treating the ceiling as a fifth wall. It covers paint types for moisture areas, light color effects on perceived height, and bold options like midnight blue or black with clear coatings. Techniques include borders, stenciling, molding tones, and brushed or rolled application tips.
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Bath
Boudoir
Disposer Could Solve The Garbage Problem
The article explains electric food waste disposers as a solution amid rising waste in hot weather. It notes over 10 million American families may use them, with about 2 million units sold this year. Installations under kitchen sinks are simple but require professional supervision due to piping and electrical connections.
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Illinois Assn
White shingles reflect heat to cool homes
White asphalt shingles reflect heat from roofs reducing indoor temperatures and lowering air conditioning costs.
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