How Jack-posts fix sagging floors in old houses
Advice columns by Gene Gary cover floor sagging repair using jack-posts or lolly columns to lift beams gradually. Steps include placing bottom on concrete, lifting quarter inch per day with a level, and ensuring no structural damage. Also answers on mold removal for green boards, venting exhaust fans, toilet bowl stain removal, and tar roof upkeep.
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Indoor window sill gardens gain popularity for year round vegetables
Joseph P. Sullivan of Estech Inc notes a rise in indoor gardening as Americans seek fresh vegetables at low cost. Window sill pots need sterilized soil water drainage and light. beans take less space than other crops. no special equipment required.
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Joseph P. Sullivan
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Here Comes Tomorrow exhibit reshapes living in suitcases
The Owens-Corning Fiberglas Center in New York hosts Here Comes Tomorrow showing future living as three giant suitcase modules that unfold into sleeping dining and entertaining areas. A revitalization room offers expanded bathroom fitness and grooming features while a 24hour room provides integrated entertainment and shopping via television and a communications wall.
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Owens-Corning Fiberglas Center
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Drapes Give Windows Dramatic Illusion In Living Room
For two 24 inch by 30 inch windows aim drapes to edge of glass so the window shows when open. Add a top valance to raise the visual height, extend side drapes 18 to 24 inches, and let them floor. Use a cafe curtain tier at bottom for longer look and greater impact.
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Barbara Hartung
Women Take On Major Home Remodeling Roles
Women increasingly handle large remodeling projects once done by men. Judy Johnson of Marlite paneling notes media hype boosts confidence and girls face shop restrictions less. Designer textures and colors drive fast growth as women tackle bigger, creative tasks.
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Judy Johnson
Grills Face Rust From Heat Rain And Moisture
Outdoor grills are exposed to heat and weather which promotes rust. The National Paint and Coatings Association advises sanding rusty spots to bare metal removing dirt and grease with a solvent. Apply a rust inhibiting primer then finish with flat black paint.
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National Paint and Coatings Association
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