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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1936
Page
2
A reader discusses how cellar stairs are often neglected in design and safety. It urges adequate head room, minimum 2 feet 6 inches width, sturdy wide treads, a full-height railing, limited diagonal winders, and slight front edge pitch to ease carrying loads upstairs.
Rust costly economy in finish hardware warns that overuse leads to replacement and potential wood damage. Recommend using noncorrosive metals for any outside door or window to avoid deterioration.
Chicago fashion notes knit ensembles anchor the spring wardrobe with three piece suits and knit frocks featuring pleats and flared effects. Designers showcase dressier daytime knitwear in merchandis mart displays with bold color blocks from violet to greens and grays to beige and blue accents.
Practical home repair tips covering ceilings insulation and mess minimal. cellar drainage and waterproofing. attached and standalone greenhouses costs and heating. hot water systems expansion. plywood wall recoveries. terrace floor options with flagstone brick tile concrete.
Property owners who enclose porches to add a room gain extra living space and privacy. The trend often moves old porches to the rear, while large, seldom used porches can be reduced in size to create a nook or study. Consult a Seenan or qualified contractor for guidance.
Plumbing in the present day house is essential along with floors and walls. Proper main stack placement and wall thickness are crucial, as is selecting appropriate piping material based on water chemistry. Budget-friendly, durable fixtures and thoughtful layouts prevent costly later repairs and improve kitchen and bathroom usability.
The article outlines ways to upgrade an old house without major remodeling. It suggests refinishing floors, patching walls, updating bathrooms and kitchens, replacing heating and plumbing, installing new outlets, repainting or recovering interiors, and laying a new roof. Minor architectural tweaks and landscaping can also improve curb appeal.
Tulsa painters acquire an old Ninth and Elgin street house to be half renovated and half left to show contrast both inside and out. Night spotlights will illuminate the half and half house and the home will be open for Lehsp for three months.
Home guidance suggests shallow bathroom shelves for medicine cabinets and easy self built picket fences to enhance curb appeal. Use cedar or locust posts with 2 by 4 rails and evenly spaced pickets by a simple measuring stick method. Enclose drying yards with lattice or hedge to preserve privacy.
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