Spring overhauling fuels lower heating costs for homes
A fuel dealer notes that only the rich can afford inefficiency while outlining late spring chores. Clean furnace, inspect smoke pipes, and lay in fuel. Compare fuel costs by BTU among oil, gas, and coal. Proper insulation and contractor checks can cut up to 15 percent of annual fuel bills and extend heating plant life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Institute of Boiler and Radiator Manufacturers
Institute of Boiler and
IBR
Penetrating Sealer Finishes Wood Floors
Chicago report notes a penetrating sealer sinks into wood pores leaving no surface film to scratch. Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association explains advantages for wood floor finishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Assn
Protecting Unoccupied Homes from Winter Freezing
If houses will be empty over winter, draining traps may be impractical. The text advises protecting plumbing by diluting water in traps with kerosene to prevent freezing damage.
Public Hearing on Middletown Zoning Ordinance
The City Commission of Middletown Ohio will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance to regulate location and use of buildings and open spaces, with penalties for violations. The meeting is Tuesday June 7 1955 at 7 45 p m in Municipal Court Room 317 City Building.
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City Commission
Middletown
Butler County
Ohio
City Building
Planning Commission
Commissioner of Iation
Francis Carmody
Homegraf H-384AP Plan Details in East Detroit
The design features a broad low pitched roof over a car port and vertical siding at the front door to avoid a squat appearance. Plan H-384AP by Homegraf Co lists 1281 square feet and 13447 cubic feet, with two car-port storage closets and an extra lavatory off the rear kitchen hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homegraf Co
East
Eight Mile Rd
Detroit
Mich
Noted Chair Designer Urges Comfort in Contoured Seating
Industrial designer Walter Darwin Teague argues chairs should follow the body’s comfort curve. He cites a 135 degree back angle and a swivel chair as ideal for office use. Dr. J Jay Keegan notes back pain stems from poor seating and urges science-based chair design. Teague’s loafer chair aims to ease lower back strain and suit modern posture.
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Walter Darwin Teague
Teague
J. Jay Keegan
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
Below Ground Gate Post Strength and Sleeper Use
The guide explains underground gate post depth and a sleeper brace. It cites National Lumber Manufacturers Assn standards for 4 by 4 inch posts with a 1 by 6 inch sleeper, using decay resistant wood and frost considerations.
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National Lumber Manufacturers Assn
Mortar Joints Require Zinc Sulphate Treatment
Before oiling new brick and concrete surfaces a zinc sulphate solution is used to treat joints. Dissolve two pounds of zinc sulphate crystals in a gallon of water, then brush the surface to remove debris. Do not apply if masonry has weathered six months or more.
Liberal approach to estimating exterior paint needs
The method advises estimating by linear perimeter times wall height with no window deduction. Add gable areas, then include about one sixth more for cornices and trim. This yields a generous paint quantity to avoid running short.
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David G. Bareuther
AP Real Estate
Anthracite Information Bureau
Middletown Lumber Co
Central Ave
Moore
Benjamin A. Moore
L&p
Charles ST
Pratt & Lambert
Pee SE
Columbia Ave
Vivian Brown
New York
Rome
Pittsburgh
Eerose Lumber
Excello
RTM E Aay
Elie
Aerolux
ROY A.white CO
Miami Cement Products, Inc
Seven Mile
Puitel Bou
Outen
Grimes ST
Dial
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