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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1960
Page
11
The article previews the 1960 census results on housing and compares them to 1950 data. It forecasts higher home costs around 13 500 dollars and about 57 million owner occupied homes valued near 353 billion dollars. It notes revised housing classifications and rising self help improvements.
A survey of 400 housewives by Pierre Martineau of the Chicago Tribune reports furniture shopping causes anxiety and delays. Findings show women fear ego threat in shopping, prefer middle modern styles, and feel uncertain after selection.
Inland red cedar offers superb decay resistance and stability ideal for siding, paneling, and closet use. It takes finishes well, has a strong aromatic odor, and is grown mainly in eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and eastern Oregon. Its natural tapering and light weight also suit utility poles and climbing.
Inside window shutters are the thing for a girl's bed room offering light blocking and a bulletin and chalk board. Each of the two shutters is made by fastening two pieces of inch hardboard back to back. Small bolts and nuts attach hinges and the exterior side is painted with green or black chalkboard paint. The interior is finished to harmonize with room colors and items are attached with cellophane tape. Hardboard is so tough thumbtacks won’t work.
A shift away from the sterile white bathroom toward warmth and efficiency is noted. Western pine paneling appears in showers, with built in cabinets and drawers expanding storage. The approach uses humidity resistant finishes and emphasizes compact, organized spaces in new homes.
Shower bath equipment comes in a wide variety of sizes and patterns to fit every conceivable bathroom. Special equipment is available for installation over the bathtub in an old bathroom according to the Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau.
If a cedar chest or cedar lined closets have lost their aroma, lightly sand the interior to refresh the scent and restore the wood’s natural musk. This simple dose of gentle abrasion helps revive the cedar fragrance without damaging the surface.
The Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau says prefab metal shower cabinets provide teak-proof, space saving bathing facilities in small areas around the home.
An old cup helps painters control drips when transferring paint from a small can. Placing the can in the cup catches spills and the handle aids easy movement without smearing fingers.
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