Energy crisis boosts fireplace orders nationwide
During the energy crisis Fireplace Institute reports a surge in demand for fireplaces firewood and chimney cleaning services. The Forest Service expands personal use firewood permits to 155 national forests and emphasizes safe efficient use. Wood sources include undesirable trees dumps industrial scraps and powerline maintenance leftovers with a mix of softwoods and hardwoods recommended for longer lasting fires.
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Dorothea M. Brooks
New York
UPI
Fireplace Institute
U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service
Forest Service
Mrs Lee forms design firm in Scottsdale
Jackie Lee and Associates, an interior design firm, opens at 8425 E. San Miguel Ave in Scottsdale. Jackie Lee has 20 plus years in the field, previously managed interior design at Hallcraft Homes Inc. and ran her own Newport Beach firm. Her work includes residential, commercial, and private projects.
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Jackie E. Lee
Jackie Lee and Associates
E. San Miguel Ave
Scottsdale
Lee
National Society of Interior Decorators
Hallcraft Homes, Inc
Mrs. Lee
Newport Beach
Calif
Location matters for outdoor AC unit noise control
An expert notes that the outdoor component's placement largely governs noise impact. Distance reduces sound by 6 decibels when doubled, so front-yard placement with screening can minimize intrusion while ensuring adequate airflow.
Protecting Your Housing Investment booklet guidance
A new Department of Housing and Urban Development booklet offers advice on home maintenance and emergencies. It helps homeowners decide when to tackle leaks or gas issues themselves or call a repairman and lists routine attention points. Free copies are available from Consumer Information in Pueblo, Colorado.
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Department of Housing
Pueblo
Colo
Wood selection for furniture making and finishes
The column outlines hardwood versus softwood, listing examples such as maple oak and cherry for hardwoods and pine cedar fir and white pine for softwoods. It notes grain, filler use, warp resistance, color, and grain patterns, stressing tool quality and finish goals in choosing wood.
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George Montgomery
Home humidity and window care for winter comfort
Authorities state ideal indoor humidity in winter is 30 to 50 percent with temperatures around 70 to 72 degrees for comfort and fuel economy. Single pane windows risk condensation and damage if humidity goes too high, so a 30 to 35 percent target is advised. dew point marks condensation onset when air meets cool glass.
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