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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1954
Page
14
Need more closet space The solution is a closet storage wall that fits any room Build the frame from wood and cover with laminated wood fiber panels for the front top and back Doors can also be built from low cost panels This project saves money by using simple materials and basic carpentry skills.
Modernfold doors, steel framed and vinyl covered, are praised as ideal for maximizing space in small houses. The larger doors can divide a single room into two, offering easy installation, lasting resistance, and economical value.
A detailed description praises a 1293 sq ft Nash ranch house with six rooms, center hall, large 20 ft living room, three bedrooms and six closets. It notes FHA standards, approved wiring, and that plans by leading architects include Cape Cods, Colonials, and other ranch styles. For plan prices, write to the Home Building Editor at Elyria Chronicle Telegram with return envelope.
Cracks in stucco walls can be patched by cutting out the crack with a cold chisel so the inside is wider than the outside. Clean and wet the opening and pack with ready mixed stucco sold at hardware stores. Keep the fresh patch damp and covered for several days.
High windows in bedrooms offer gains in wall space and privacy but can invite too much moonlight and excess ventilation. They afford bed placement against most walls but restrict headboard options near doors and closets, making privacy a plus while light and airflow can be drawbacks.
Rural Electrification Administration experts warn TV owners to avoid blocking air vents and to secure aerials away from chimneys. Sets produce heat, and tight backs or mats can trap warmth, risking cabinet fires. Maintain clearance, proper ventilation, and avoid pressing units into corners.
Do not apply wax with an oil base on floors finished with a floor seal. Waxing is acceptable on floors finished with varnish.
A Chronicle Telegram report from Elyria Ohio on May 1, 1954 notes that the average American housewife spends most of her time in the kitchen. It highlights colorful sinks with options like pink and maroon, streamlined styling with double compartments, and new features such as garbage disposal outlets, crumb strainer, and hot water rinsing sprays. It cautions about acid staining and advises against prolonged contact of fruits and vegetables with enamel surfaces to prevent damage.
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