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Newspaper
Hardin County Index
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1968
Page
3
A garden project outlines creating a tool house behind the garage as a tidy addition to the lot. It notes DIY challenges for beginners, suggests integrating with planting beds, and recommends an arbor plus extended roof overhangs for weathering and visual harmony with the garden.
Discussion describes a portable work shed with plywood panels and a bh x8-footer framework. It suggests including a window to bring light and a stock wood unit siding. In larger designs the tool house also serves as storage for deck furniture, tires, and seasonal items.
A compact roof design offers built in storage solutions. The unit includes a wardrobe closet bookcase hinged desk and cabinet galore to maximize space in compact living areas.
Insulating glass tech expands wood window options across stock styles. The new product line features energy efficient glazing, compatible with various wood frame designs for homes seeking better heat retention and reduced drafts.
Experts advise hardwood floors to protect feet and overall health on concrete slabs. Oak and other hardwoods offer warmth, dryness, and better resilience than carpet or composition flooring, with easy strip installation over slabs in basementless homes.
Fragmented OCR describes floor covering and installation with phrases about vinyl or floor boards and joist spacing. Mentions a floor in an attic, grooved strips, and joists 16 inches on center with thickness notes.
A well laid red cedar shingle roof withstands hurricane force winds. Oak flooring can be applied over old surfaces, with mall stipple oak laid over old wood in a handsome unit. Block style nails to wood or uses mastic over hard surfaces.
A low cost approach breaks up solid noise paths and absorbs sound waves to reduce noise between basement rooms. Using simple materials and placement, the method aims to dampen echoes and improve acoustic comfort in tight spaces.
A New England style home in Litchfield Connecticut owned by Col. and Mrs. Bernard W. McGinnis features 69 stock wood doors across eleven rooms. The design highlights charm, warmth, and minimal maintenance with pine windows, doors, and cabinets, a wall of folding doors to partition spaces, and an electric heat system to reduce dust and fuel costs.
An article advises converting an attached garage to living space using the existing structure and home craftsman materials. It suggests replacing the garage door with stock Ponderosa pine options and notes wood paneling with stain or natural finishes as interior walls. It highlights weather‑proof, chemically treated door and panel options from lumber dealers and encourages careful comparison to ensure warmth and genuineness.
Have your roof inspected now for winter damage after heavy weather. A professional roof inspection is advised to detect problems you may miss. Reputable roofers offer free inspections and estimates, and can advise on reroofing materials and durability. Consider wind resistance fire retardance and color options, and ensure installation over existing roofs if possible.
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