Decor Should Aid the Disabled in Barrier Free Homes
Copley News Service notes barrier free design benefits all households. It urges wheelchair accessible features, wider outward opening doors, wall mounted toilets, and safe bathroom layouts. It cites rising handicapped populations and suggests using ramps, floor level changes filled, and textured walls as cues.
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Adele Faulkner
Copley News Service
American Society of Interior Designers
U.S
Mai
Water-saving tips from Bureau urge conservation and public help
The Plumbing Heating Cooling Information Bureau urges government business and the public to conserve water even in non shortage areas. Tips include fixing leaks to save thousands of gallons monthly, installing aerators on faucets and low flow showerheads, adding automatic temperature controls, and using water closets that waste less water.
Pathologist links disease in citrus to desert vinca plant
University of Arizona plant pathologist Dr. Ross M. Allen reports finding Spiroplasma in Madagascar periwinkle Vinca rosea, a Vincaa family ornamentals, suggesting vinca may host inoculum affecting citrus. He notes uncertain spread method, cites symptoms in citrus and periwinkle, and describes the organism as a small corkscrew bacterium-like pathogen.
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University of Arizona
Ross M. Allen
Madagascar
Allen
Arizona
California
HUD publication offers tips to cut utility bills
The HUD booklet In the Bank or Up the Chimney outlines practical home improvements to reduce energy costs. It estimates average 1250 square foot homes could save 50 to 470 annually with up to several hundred dollars initial costs depending on dwelling and work done. It covers caulking weather stripping storm windows insulation and water heaters, with diagrams and tables to compute costs and savings.
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Robin Maydeck Copley
Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD
Inital
Superintendent of Documents
U.S. Government Printing Office
Washington, D.C
Parker Bros
Internal Revenue Service
Supergraphics brighten outdoor patios with bold designs
NPCA promotes large scale supergraphics to liven enclosed porches and patios. Begin with surface prep and priming, then apply a fresh background, wait for drying, and add clean lines using masking tape and drawing aids for a vibrant final result.
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National Paint and Coatings Association
NPCA
Adapting a Queen Headboard to a King Size
Practical tips include cutting a footboard and attaching halves to each side if the headboard fits. If sides are curved, consider halving the headboard and inserting a footboard section, possibly by a cabinetmaker. Without a footboard, a cabinetmaker can create a matching insert in wood or cane to suit the headboard.
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Barbara Hartung
Copley News Service
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