Home Safety Urges Immediate Fire Prevention Measures
The article urges Americans to treat the home as a safe place only with fire prevention. It cites 1937 data from the National Safety Council and National Fire Protection Association showing thousands killed and hundreds of thousands disabled by domestic fires. It advocates fire retardant materials, mineral wool insulation, fire resistant roofs, regular inspections, and a planned national home inspection during Fire Prevention Week.
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Peeling Tin Roofs Should Be Painted
When tin roofs show peeling paint the entire surface should be repainted. Clean loose paint with steel wool or a brush, wipe with benzine, apply red lead in thin coats, letting each coat dry a week. Three coats recommended. New roofs should weather or be treated before painting. Repainting can be financed under FHA property improvement credit plan.
Colonial Glass and the Luxury of Early Windows
In colonial times glass was scarce and costly, making windows a luxury. Despite bubbles and flaws, old nineteenth and eighteenth century panes adorned homes and were taxed per window. Exterior appeal depended on placement and shape, with material choices tied to climate and exterior design.
Sound Home Financing Moves Away From Risky Mortgages
The article contrasts old high risk mortgage practices with FHA insured loans. It argues modern methods reduce foreclosures and help buyers gain real equity. It notes builders and lenders benefit from safer, sound construction and stable markets, with nationwide growth in home building reflecting these advantages.
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FHA
Garage Site Placement Shapes Modern Homes
The piece discusses how car ownership drives garage design in suburbs. It notes that garages are now integral to homes, typically attached at the rear or side, with generous clearance for the car and workspace. Early garages were often converted stables built far from the house.
Caution on Cleaning Old Lead Pipes Avoid Wire Punctures
Advisories warn against using wire to clear waste from old lead piping as it can puncture pipes. Readers should use safer methods and proper tools to prevent damage and contamination.
Sliding glass panels extend porch comfort year round
Installing sliding glass panels on rear or side porches offers year round enjoyment and easy installation. They are readily fitted and can be bought at a reasonable cost.
J H Brown Named Range Supervisor
J H Brown designated range supervisor for the Elyria division of the Ohio Public Service Company announced by division manager J B Johnson. Brown, long active in Elyria business circles, recently joined the company and will oversee electric range sales while aiding local dealers and demonstrating electric kitchen equipment at a store showroom.
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Planners Emphasize Beauty in Development and Subdivision Layout
Federal Housing Administration guidance urges planners to preserve natural beauty in subdivisions. Lot arrangement should maximize views sunlight and wind while avoiding overlooking or exposure to busy streets. Facing parks and keeping rough woods for recreation add value and aesthetic quality to many lots.
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Outmoded Bay Windows To Be Made Over Into Solariums
The article explains modernizing old bay windows by removing fronts or converting spaces into sun rooms. It notes bay fronts can mar house lines and suggests external revamps with glass for a cool summer retreat. Financing for removal or conversion may come via FHA Property Improvement Credit Plan.
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Question Of Site Selection Very Important
The Federal Housing Administration stresses careful site selection for desirable neighborhoods. A booklet titled The FHA Plan of Home Ownership asks key questions about neighbors, housing types, zoning, and deed restrictions to protect property. It also weighs proximity to work, schools, parks, utilities, and safety services before financing a home under the FHA insured mortgage plan.
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Basement Partitions Provide Trunk Rooms
Houses without attics face storage problems but a cellar can be repurposed. Partitioning off a basement area creates trunk-storage space, provided it is kept dry and free from dampness.
Floors Showy Shabby Splintered Look Dressed Up Cheaply
Shabby splintered floors give apartments or houses an untidy appearance. They can be modernized at comparatively little cost with practical refinishing and repairs.
Small House Values Steady Across Regions
A survey by the Society of Residential Appraisers finds one family homes valued between 3000 and 3000 dollars show the most stability across most sections of the country, indicating steady market conditions.
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