Spare Room In Attic: Hot Water Needs Rise In Homes
The Plumbing and Heating Industries bureau urges gas fired water heaters matched to family size for ample hot water. A 20 gallon unit suits small households, 30 gallon for three to four, 30 to 50 gallons for average families, and over 50 gallons for four to six. Three loads in automatic washers call for 50 gallons. more than one bathroom makes 50 gallons essential. Manufacturers rate by performance and storage. higher temp settings can yield more hot water. Rust proof tanks and automatic gas shut offs improve safety and operation.
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Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
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Furnace Smoke Pipes Require Fire Safeguards
Furnace smoke pipes reach 600 to 1000 degrees Fahrenheit, requiring 24 to 36 inches clearance from wood. Fireproofing can reduce distances. cover undersides of joists with half inch plasterboard and 26 gauge sheet metal, or use a cement plaster ceiling on wire lath.
The Greenbrier Cape Cod home of the week design
A one floor living area with two first floor bedrooms a bath kitchen dining room laundry and attached garage, plus a second floor with two bedrooms and a lavatory. The 32 by 27 foot cottage totals 18 200 cubic feet with 3 300 extra for the garage and features a brick front trilled porch and no fireplace while offering modern built ins and options such as radiant heat and weather stripping. Plans are available from the Home Building Editor with price details by mail.
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Evergreens Tie House To Surroundings In Foundation Planting
Evergreens form most foundation plantings and should link house to surroundings. Use low groups under windows and taller varieties at corners, but avoid overgrowth that blocks light or becomes forest-like. Favor slower spreading broad-leaved evergreens and prune as needed for desired shape, considering 10 year growth.
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Small Bathroom Safety Plan Advised by Experts
Safety engineers urge planning for bathroom safety during new home construction. In home falls at floor level cause about one in seventeen fatal incidents. install a grab rail above the tub, place light fixtures out of reach, insulate light pulls, and choose heating outlets that heat the room without becoming hot to touch.
France Sees Rise in Wine Consumption and Prices in 1949
The report notes that both consumption and prices of France's ordinary wines increased in 1949, reflecting a broader trend in the sector.
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France
Asbestos Board Used in New Jersey Poultry Shelter
A New Jersey poultryman built an 800 third summer laying shelter featuring lower walls of asbestos cement board. 4 by 8 foot sheets run horizontally with one foot underground and three feet above. The remaining wall is wire covered. The asbestos board is claimed ratproof fireproof and decay resistant.
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