Patriotism Shapes American Home Furnishings This Spring
The era of heightened patriotism drives home decor trends with red blue and royal tones. American-made electrical gear and mass produced floor coverings edge toward affordable elegance. Budget plans push 80 percent of interiors to higher quality, while Early American, Colonial, and Modern styles dominate 1940 sales.
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Rug Industry Strives to Hold Carpet Prices Steady
The war’s impact on wool for carpet fabrics draws careful industry attention. Carpet wools from Scotland Argentina China and the Far East face shortages and rising costs. Despite efforts by American manufacturers and a study trip to England, prices may rise as wool remains a major input. Herbert Gutterson of the Institute of Carpet Manufacturers of America notes industry diligence to curb increases.
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America’s Home Week opens April sixth in cities nationwide
Merchants unveil new home furnishing stock during America's Home Week with previews in High Point showing shipments from 1,000 displays. Economists foresee a record year for furniture sales as Spring boosts demand for living room and decor items despite higher costs.
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Hall decor as the first impression for homes
The hall is the most neglected yet important part of many homes. A simple setup with a table lamp mirror and chair plus a coordinating floor covering creates the welcoming tone for the living space.
New Refrigerators Improve Kitchen Food Prep
The article explains modern refrigerators fit new kitchen layouts with a line production flow from refrigerator to sink to stove to table. Upgraded models offer graded cooking for foods, extra cold upper shelves, and dedicated meat containers. Improvements cut cost and electricity use while boosting storage efficiency.
Pillow Life Test For Worn Out Feathers
A simple home test checks pillow quality by resting it on an outstretched arm. If the pillow stays level it is fine. if the ends droop the feathers have lost resilience and the pillow should be replaced.
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