Home Builders Anticipate Satisfactory 55 Business
NAHB directors report strong 1955 housing outlook with 1.25–1.3 million new units expected aided by ample mortgage funds. Industry leaders and government officials say market remains healthy with sound mortgage debt and robust competition enabling buyers to shop around.
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Washington
National Association of Home Builders
Earl W. Smith
E J Family Homes
Cerrito
Calif
Albert M. Cole
Smyth
Private Pension Push for FHA VA Mortgage Investment
A policy move favors channels that invite private pension funds to invest in FHA and VA mortgages while opposing Rep. Fogarty's bill to extend the program. The debate centers on expanding private capital in government loan programs and potential implications for housing finance.
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Rep. Fogarty
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Fremont Is Well Received Floor Plan Review
The Fremont floor plan earns praise for its generous size suitable for larger families. It features three large bedrooms, two baths, a spacious living dining area, a luxurious foyer, upstairs potential sleeping rooms, ample closets, and a large storage room that partly encloses the car-port. For plan prices, write to the Home Building Editor at The Chronicle Telegram with a self addressed 3c stamped envelope and allow 7 to 10 days for a reply.
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Fremont
Chronicle-Telegram
Plentiful Hot Water Important for Home Sanitation
The Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau promotes a reliable hot water supply as essential for daily cleaning and health. It cites the dirt rate and general hygiene, noting hot water as the first defense against dirt and a tool for washing hands, bodies, clothes, and utensils. A modern automatic gas-fired heater is presented as economical and efficient for meeting all hot water needs.
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Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
Fences Add Style to Yard Fences Blend Beauty and Utility
Homeowners increasingly integrate fences with home design, using western red cedar or Douglas fir to suit styles from simple lines to rustic motifs. Step-up fences on slopes, cedar lattice plans, planter walls, and weather resistant cedar tubs create decorative privacy, while aluminum nails resist rust and finishes range from stained to weathered.
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Fry
Trellises Give Home A New Look For Landscaping
Easy face lifting for an old house or a quick landscape update with trellises. Adds style and function to outdoor spaces, guiding vines and defining entries. Consider materials, maintenance, and placement to maximize curb appeal.
DIY Trellises Add Style and Value to Homes
Trellises are versatile structures that can be built easily and cheaply from western pine woods. A well constructed trellis lasts long and maintains form with proper care, while a poorly built one diminishes curb appeal. By filling emptiness, dividing color, or adding design harmony, trellises can boost a home's value beyond their cost.
Good Finishing Is Good Economy In Pine Kitchens
Pine Kitchens are increasingly popular as homes move away from hospital white to natural wood tones. Western pine woods are favored for cabinets built ins and paneling due to abundance variety and economical materials. Four coats of finish protect rich color and grain, extending life with little maintenance.
Heat Plant Zoning Is Summer Job
The Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau says summer is ideal for overhauling heating systems and implementing zoning to improve comfort and fuel economy. A typical house can be divided into three zones sleeping living and kitchen each with its own thermostat and pump for independent temperature control.
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Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
Bureau
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