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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1970
Page
10
House of the Week spotlights a contemporary ranch on a sizable lot. A trellised roof and tapered skylight brighten the central foyer while a sunken living room with a two way fireplace anchors the main hall. Sliding doors open to a patio and a modern kitchen family area adjoins the foyer.
The plan details a nearly 18 foot kitchen with sink, dishwasher, range, wall oven, hood, refrigerator and extensive cabinets. A planning desk sits between kitchen and family room. A laundry mud room connects to a two car garage and rear. The design offers a side garage entrance option for sloped lots and includes a master suite with walk in closet and private bath, plus a den or fourth bedroom and skylights.
The article explains a DIY method to cover a wall with fabric as a temporary upholstery project. It describes materials such as ticking and flannel, techniques for stapling and tacking, and tips to manage seams and avoid wall damage. It suggests Wall coverings can be removed seasonally and offers cost estimates and practical steps.
A reader asks how to reduce slip on rear concrete steps. Two options: apply quality concrete paint with sand sprinkled while wet for a non slip finish, or pour an extra inch of concrete and broom the surface to create ridges for grip. Indoor shingle use mirrors outdoor choices with design freedom.
In Nuernberg Germany long famous for toys, makers produced motion toys powered by a caged bird inside that moved heads jaws and other parts all day without winding. The practice drew attention for its cruelty and ingenuity.
This old house tips piece advises inspecting floors to avoid hidden damage and offers economical restoration ideas. It covers pine plank floors, patching gouges, sanding, filler, wax finish, and stain color choices. It notes area rugs preferable to full carpet in old homes and highlights painted canvas floor coverings as period accents.
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