Get Your Lawn Ready For Spring This Fall
Fall guidance from Lawn Bay experts emphasizes not mowing to stop too early. Keep mowing as long as growth continues to maintain appearance and prevent winter diseases. Fall seeding, soil prep with loam or topsoil, fertilizer, and careful seed distribution set up a ready lawn for spring.
Home of the Week Design CN-4732
Six room family residence with a double garage and ample closets. Two bathrooms on the same plumbing line as the kitchen for economy. Three bedrooms arranged for privacy on a central hall plan. Living and dining rooms well placed. 1,385 sq ft. For more information write Illustrated Publications, 48 West 48th Street, New York, NY 10036.
You Can Insulate When Re-siding an Older Home
Re siding an older home offers a chance to insulate walls with minimal extra cost. Older houses often lack insulation, leading to drafts and higher fuel bills. Install insulating backer boards under the new siding to cut costs, then fasten pre cut backer panels over the old siding and nail mineral fiber shingles atop them.
Roof Deck and Ceiling Built With 2x4 Western Hemlock
An excellent roof deck and handsome finish ceiling can be built all at once with nail laminated western hemlock or Douglas fir 2x4s.
Planting a Jujube Tree in New York Climate Test
The American Association of Nurserymen reports planting a jujube tree in northern Westchester County to test winter hardiness and growing season length. They compare climate to New England and discuss fruit diversity, gardening practices, and the value of home orchards for cost saving and family enjoyment.
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How to Secure Tools On a Stepladder
An illustration from American Builder shows a method to secure resting tools on a stepladder. It suggests fastening a piece of old inner tube around the ladder top to hold items in place and prevent slips. The image demonstrates practical, low cost securing of hand tools during work at height.
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Rail Fence Outlines Flower Beds With White Painted Rail
A low cost rail fence using 1x4 or 1x6 inch Douglas fir boards fixed to 4x4 posts and painted white enhances color in a flower bed.
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