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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1959
Page
23
A home fuse protects circuits by melting a wire at a lower melting point to interrupt current. Most household fuses are 15 amperes, safely handling about 1600 watts. never replace with a heavier fuse. Learn fuse box layout, test circuits, and call an electrician for repeated blows.
Learn to reclaim dirty brushes with commercial cleaners or thinner followed by soap and water. Scrape pigment, wash, rinse, and dry properly, then store with protective wrapping. For long storage, treat bristles with linseed oil and hang upright. Never use alcohol to clean synthetic brushes.
Winter offers advantages for reroofing with asphalt shingles. Contractors are less busy, scheduling is easier and work may proceed promptly. Delaying can cause leaks and interior damage, while a new roof boosts curb appeal and home value. financing options such as FHA Title I loans are more available in winter.
A study in three U S cities Minneapolis Indianapolis and Dallas shows 6 inches of mineral wool in ceilings 3 inches in walls and 2 inches around slabs reduces equipment costs by 350 in Dallas 200 in Indianapolis and 200 in Minneapolis. Year round heating costs are given as 81 in Dallas 77 in Indianapolis and a lower figure for Minneapolis.
A display top coffee table is described as a case for showcasing collections or prints. The box uses an x framed top, 1 by 4 inch lumber sides, and a 1 by 6 inch bottom with a 1 inch overall extension tapering at 45 degrees. Glass is held by ½ inch stripping and quarter round molding acting as stops, and the shelf is edge glued or cleated. Legs are attached by screws from the bottom, with the remaining assembly nailed and glued.
The article explains a 90 pound mineral surfaced asphalt roll roofing strip installed along eaves to protect roofs in cold areas. Used with metal drip edge, it blocks ice damming and water intrusion, with shingles added atop for extra protection against winter weather.
A home selling tip suggests using lighting to appeal to buyers after dark. Turn on exterior and porch lights for a welcoming glow that creates warmth and comfort during showings.
A terse notice warns that too many people at an inspection could jeopardize the sale. The directive urges limiting attendees to avoid delays or complications in finalizing the deal.
A sales pitch urges homeowners not to apologize for a lived in appearance and promotes a trained salesman to answer objections as his job.
Architects use picture windows to flood small halls with light by replacing masonry beside doors with floor to ceiling Thermopane panels. Large glass centers in doors double light and space, while movable decorative glass partitions allow privacy and versatile room separation for entertaining or daily life.
Cabinets offer storage space below and dust free display shelves for cherished items. They come in contemporary to early American styles and are stocked by building material dealers. Most are shipped in handy cartons with fronts assembled.
A buyer and a salesman conduct a house showing with no radio noise to avoid distraction. The exchange focuses on features, price, and terms while ambient sound is kept minimal.
Advice notes that keeping pets out of the house is prudent when selling a home to avoid distractions and potential hazards. Emphasizes arranging pet-free viewing spaces and scheduling pet care during showings to present the property in best light.
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