Backyard Pools Grow Despite Energy and Economy Strains
The article notes thousands of American families install backyard pools as water recreation and home vacations interest rise. Costs vary with pool sizes from 16x32 feet at 5500 to 6000 dollars, with luxury pools 15000 or more. Solar heating, hydrotherapy options, and automatic cleaners are popular, while yard landscaping and decking influence total cost.
Prepare stucco walls for painting and concrete repairs
The usual peeling cause is moisture seeping from beneath the surface. Inspect trim joints and window flashings, caulk openings, and consider water resistant marine paints. After removing peeling paint apply a proper undercoat and use exterior latex or masonry paints, then seal with silicone water repellent.
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Thompson
National Paint, Varnish and Lacquer Association
Springtime yard mishaps push emergency visits higher
As warm weather returns, DIY activity rises bringing injuries to hands eyes faces and bones. Readers are urged to wear eye shields helmets and gloves and to choose proper tools.
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Hand Tool Institute
Rain shortfall endangers Phoenix wildflowers
Arizona State University climatologist Dr. Robert Durrenberger warns that Phoenix area rainfall has lagged behind the 7.83 inch annual average for several years. Last year saw 5.23 inches, about 66 percent of normal, with three consecutive dry years reducing blooms for watchers this spring.
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Robert Durrenberger
Arizona State University
Laboratory of Climatology
Boston
Chicago
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Phoenix
ASU
Home Garden 12 Scottsdale Daily Progress Thursday March 18 1976
A compact Scottsdale home and garden column from the March 18 1976 issue notes local planting tips and seasonal ideas. Practical guidance covers soil, irrigation, and yard care suitable for early spring.
Know Your Antiques course at Scottsdale CC begins March 22
Scotts dale Community College offers a seven week Know Your Antiques class starting March 22 taught by Kay Shanahan. The evening course runs Mondays 7 to 9 pm with guest speakers and home tours. Tuition is 20 dollars and registration is at the SCC admissions office 9000 E Chaparral.
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Scottsdale Community College
Kay Shanahan
Miss Shanahan
Peoria
Arizona
Phoenix College
Glendale Community College
S.C.C
New Com postumbler speeds composting to 14 days
A rotating horizontal drum bin speeds decomposition and dusts pests, retaining heat and moisture. Five daily turns aerate for rapid decay in 14 bushels capacity, with a corrosion protected steel body and a side loading door for easy use.
Epsom salts aid roses from Rose Society study
Portland rose growers in the American Rose Society report Epsom salt around plant bases yields hardier roses with better color foliage and stems. A Dow Chemical study notes Portland soil magnesium deficient and shows several tablespoons per root area improves growth, disease resistance, and overall health.
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Portland
Ore
American Rose Society
Dow Chemical
Epsom
Boston
Allentown
Washington, D.C
Shreveport
Parks Plant Party at Paiute Park in Scottsdale
The Scottsdale Parks and Recreation Department hosts a plant party on Saturday at 3 30 p m at Paiute Park located at 65th Street and Osborn Road. Attendees should bring sick plants dish garden materials or plants and materials for reporting.
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Scottsdale Parks and Recreation Department
Paiute Park
Osborn Road
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