Modern Split Level House with Early American Flair
House of the Week presents B-40 a medium-sized split level by Herman H. York with three upstairs bedrooms and a ground floor den. It features a long front portico, leaded windows, window boxes, and a rear yard with large glass doors. An efficient plumbing layout, recreation room access from foyer, and basement under living areas are highlighted.
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Locking pliers grip tiny pieces for drilling work
Locking-type pliers secure the tiny workpiece by clamping onto it. Lock the pliers onto the piece and then clamp the handles firmly in a bench vise. This setup holds the work steady so you can begin drilling efficiently.
Baby blueprint request for Design B-40
Reader asks for a Design B-40 baby blueprint and encloses zero cents. The message switches to a form like city and state fields and touts affordable House of The Week plans with new weekly designs. The tone mimics a classified request and promotional offer in a local newspaper.
Temperature Zoning Solves Heating Cooling Problems
The Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau urges zone control for homes to balance temperature across separate comfort zones. Each major area gets a thermostat to match its needs, reducing overheating and wasted energy. Separate zones allow tailored schedules, aid children or seniors, and cut costs by shutting unused spaces. Contractors can advise on application and cost estimates.
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Painting Masonry: Alkali-Resistant Exterior Coatings
The article explains paints for masonry that resist alkali, listing exterior latex masonry paints, Portland cement paints, solvent thinned resins for pools, and transparent silicone coatings. It notes oil-based paints are not preferred, emphasizes cleaning dirt, priming metal, patching cracks, and using a wire brush to remove loosened paint and chalk. Portland cement paint comes as white powder mixed with water and must be used within four hours while walls stay wet. sprayers can help paint into stucco irregularities.
How to Paint Windows in Regular Double Hung Sashes
Professional painters use a step by step method. Raise and lower sashes to create working gaps, start with the raised bottom sash, paint its top horizontal then the pane strips and verticals, then move to the upper sash and paint between panes, upper horizontal, and unfinished verticals, finally finish the bottom horizontal. A thin metal shield helps keep paint off the glass.
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Modern Electric Water Heaters Offer Easy Comfort
A homemaker faces disrupted routines from cold water, but the article promotes installing an electric water heater. It promises constant hot, crystal clear water at a preset temperature, automatic on off controls, and a cool to touch insulated tank with no soot or chimney needs. Install anywhere in the home.
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Silicone Coatings Protect Masonry Without Altering Color
Transparent silicone coatings seal masonry by lining pores to block water and wash away surface dirt. They should be applied only after 30 days of weathering. For irregular surfaces like stucco, use long-bristled brushes to reach crevices.
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