Low cost houses become real in 1940 designs
The Architectural Forum notes a boom in sub 3000 dollar homes driven by flexible FHA financing and RFC mortgage discounts. It showcases 2500 to 3000 dollar plans, urges varied designs to avoid monotony, and highlights single bedroom layouts and future finish options for broader market appeal.
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RFC Mortgage Company
Indiana
Iowa
Federal Housing Administration
Pennsylvania
Proper Floor Oil Mix for Varnished Wood
Varnished Floors advises preparing a home floor oil by mixing one part boiled linseed oil with three parts turpentine. Apply just enough to moisten the cloth or mop and avoid leaving oil on the floor to prevent dust accumulation and darkening of the wood.
Economical garden tips for simple lawn care
The article argues against manure for lawns and favors complete plant food. It warns that spreading weed seeds harms lawns and leaves unsightly scenes for months. It recommends fragrant flowers like stocks nasturtiums sweet alyssum mignonette and balcony petunias to brighten summer.
Hall Noted As Key To Home First Impressions
The hall is described as the most neglected yet crucial part of homes. Recommendations include a table lamp mirror and chair with matching floor coverings to harmonize with the living room, creating a welcoming first impression for guests.
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Hall
Partitions Turn Idle Basements Into Useful Space
Idle basements can be converted into usable rooms with careful planning and private lending under FHA modernization. Enclose the coal bin and close the furnace to protect against soot and rust. Create laundry, workroom, playroom, or storage space for tools and sports gear.
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Federal Housing Administration
Replacing Electric Fuses at Home
Guidance warns homeowners to cut power at the main switch before replacing blown fuses. Use fuses of the same rating and avoid substitutes such as coins or higher capacity fuses. Read the rating marked on the fuse and handle metal parts with care.
Tin Roof Repainting Steps and Prep Process
Repainting a tin roof begins with cleaning the surface of loose peeling paint using steel wool or fine sand. After cleaning, wipe with benzine or turpentine. Red lead paint is used on a clean surface in thin coats, drying at least a week between coats, with three coats recommended.
Cleaning Furniture Instructions From Historic Diy Guide
Cleaning a bird's-eye maple dresser involves washing with thick suds of pure soap, then wiping with a clear water dampened cloth and drying with cheesecloth to remove dust and dirt.
New Annual Flowers Challenge to Gardeners
A debate among gardening beginners and experts weighs annuals against perennials. Perennials require less yearly effort but may fade. annuals seed themselves or breed quickly and can reach varied heights and colors. Breeders improve annuals faster, enabling full decorative palettes in a single growing season, while perennials provide early season blooms and lasting borders.
Long bloom season for annual borders and spring home repairs
An annual border in Chicago latitude starts flowering in May if indoors then June from outdoors seed. Continuous color follows with pruning of faded blooms and new growth until killing frosts. For homes annuals provide quick color, while FHA urges spring heating system checks and chimney repairs to prevent fire or smoke damage.
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Chicago
FHA
Pillow Life Test for Worn Pillows
Reader guidance explains a quick test to judge pillow health by balance on an outstretched arm. If the pillow remains level, it’s usable. if ends droop, the feathers have lost resilience and replacement is advised. The note ends with a nod to the nightly Too Late to Classify column.
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