Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 57, Number 294, Decatur, Adams County, 15 December 1959 — Page 2

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Gaps In House Insulation Cause Expensive Heat Loss

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about because they aren’t aware of it is the silent, invisible escape of heat through gaps in the insulation barrier. Heat gets out through these leaks in a steady stream all winter long, wasting costly fuel and causing discomfort zones in the home. Easy to Find Economy - minded home-owners can find and correct these insulation leaks. A few of the most common areas where leaks are discovered are the wall between the house and an enclosed garage, a garage or porch ceiling With living space above it, and, particularly in split levels, the wall between the attic over the lower level and the upper level bedrooms. In areas which are easy to reach, the homeowners can stop insulation leaks himself with thick batts or blankets of mineral wool. Areas such as a large wall or ceiling which the homeowner suspects is not insulated or h‘as inadequate insulation can be inspected by an insulation contra tor and properly insulated by him • if necessarySmall Gaps It's also a good idea to look for small gaps in areas which have been insulated, such as the attic floor. Here batts and blankets should fit snugly against joists and against the wood at the ends of the joists, and there should be no holes. Batts and blankets generally can be pushed in place, and any holes found can be filled with pouring wool available from building-material dealers. ! Know Your Plumbing Water damage, .caused by a plumbing leak or other accident can be kept to a minimum if all members of the household are familiar with the location of the shut-off valves. The inside of a closet door is a convenient place to hang a chart showing the location of the valves. Baggage tags should be attached to each valve indicating its purpose, INSULATE 1 for ECONOMY HEATING , -j a. t ATTICS SIDEWALLS Free Estimates! Work Guaranteed! HEYERLY ELECTRIC Phne 6-433 R Monroe |

These carefully designed units provide space for everything needed ip laundry, sewing, and hobby chores around the bouse. Note drapes, which cover them whan not in uma

Laundry - Hobby - Sewing Center Provides Pleasant Work Area

Do household space problems have you up against a stone wall? Turn around and take a look at the wall. If it's a blank expanse in the basement or utility room, your potential solution is right at hand. Converting that wall into a thoughtfully - designed laundry - hobby-sewing center will take the pressure off the rest of the house and make the basement or utility room a more pleasant

See Growing Trend to Built-in Appliances in Wood Kitchen Cabinets

Two major factors, the introduction of built-in appliances and the' trend to factory-engineered wood cabinets, are working hand-in-hand to revolutionize kitchen efficiency and appearance, kitdien specialists CopYeniences,. such as easy working heights and flexibility of arrangement to fit individual needs have contributed much to the acceptance of bujlt-ips, the experts say. At the same time, they acknowledge that appearance is an important consideration in the trend. The first built-in electric ovens and range tops were introduced just before World War 11. By 1954, yearly sales were 58,000 units. In the month of June alone in the present year, industry sales were 74.400... an .increase ot 40 per cent oVte- a year earlier. Total built-in electric range sales for 1959 will run around 600,000, and this fig-

Gentle Pitter-Patter of Rain Bad News for Leaky Roof

The pitter-patter of . rain on •he roof is a warm, relaxing •ound. It gives a. Mmily a feei4 ot security in the protection >t their home. But the pitter>*v.er es rain is far from warm cid relaxing when it’s inside •>e house—the result of a leaky >•»!. Aside from the inconvenience •nd discomfort they cause, roof ea*s can be expensive. Water •iming through a leaky roof can j;n wallpaper, paint, piaster •nd over a period of time, even M-aken vital timbers. There’s •,w a chance of water causing dangerous short circuits in house wiring. „ The best safeguard against a leaking roof is a regular inspection by a roofing contractor. Even after years of wear, many roofs deceive unlucky home owners by appearing to be in good condition. If a new roof is needed, chances are the contractor will recommend asphalt shingles. This is because a reputable rooftog contractor wants to offer his I

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place. The unit is just a series of built-in iir plywood partitions, shelves, and tables. Ingeniously Planned This laundry - hobby - sewing center was designed by Norman Cherner Associates for Good Housekeeping magazine’s Medallion House. It was ingeniously planned to ■ provide space for everything . needed to make an efficient work area. The laundry center has space

I ure is expected to double by 1968. | Gas built-in ranges are following a similar pattern, with June, 1959, sales of 36,100 reflecting a 62 per cent increase over June,. 1958. Sales of dishwashers rose 44 per cent in the same period; garbage disposers were up. 5 per cent. Freezers and refrigerators are the newest entries, in the field of major built-ins. Th production of these units is still relatively small, but the field is a growing one. Other appliances frequently being built in include washers and dryers and countertop food centers with a single motor for several appliance attachments. More than 50 producers are currently, fuming out various bpilt-in appliances. They come in many sizes and Resigns, and wood kitchan cabinets are in/ stock sizes *to fit the majority of them. If an exact fit is not available, a stock wood cabinet can be altered on the job.

customers as many advantages as he can. One of these-is that asphalt shingle? can be applied directly over the present roofing miterial. This saves the cost, time, and mess of tearing off the present roof and helps protect interiors if bad weather occurs during reroofing. A home owner also saves with asphalt shingles because they are low in applied cost—engineered to be applied without trouble or wasted time. A further advantage is the wide range of colors available. Color on the roof gives a house a distinct, individual personality. It can even help correct poor house designs. If a house is tall and awkward looking, a dark shade of asphalt shingles will help the house appear lower. Lighter shades on a smaller house appear to expand and enlarge the structure. Asphalt shingles in white or lighter colors also reflect much of the sun’a heat, helping to keep the house cooler m summer and adding to the efficiency of air conditioning.

This 10-foot long unit can be used for sewing and hobby work, or to hold refreshments for parties. for an automatic washer and dryer, plus a utility sink and cabinet. Storage shelves for soap jowders and other laundry supplies are overhead. The hobby - sewing center is organized to put all sewing necessities within an arm’s reach. A table on casters holds the portable sewing machine and rolls under a counter when not in use. There is a closet for a dress form and ironing board. A ten-foot long mobile unit, also on casters, rolls out to provide sewing or hobby work space. This mobile unit can also double as a refreshment bar if the room is used for entertaining. When the household chores are done, draperies can be closed to conceal the built-ins. Plan Available A free construction plan for the laundry-hobby-sewing center is available by writing Douglas Fir Plywood Association, Tacoma 2, Washington. Wood and Rope Banisters Give Nautical Effect Everyone has heard of the unusual effects in home design . achieved through the combination of West Coast woods with brick, stone, and other natural building materials. But, have you heard of the combination of wood with rope? “ Particularly effective are porch rails and banisters of wood and rope—and so easy to construct. Build the frame of Douglas fir or western red cedar, painted or stained to match the house siding, or left to weather to a natural gray if you prefer, and install giantsized screw eyes top and bottom, at about six-inch intervals. A good grade of heavy rope is then looped through the screw eyes to, form rather nautical, criss-cross pattern. The design is light and airy, doesn’t obstruct the vision, yet keeps tiny toddlers from falling off jjorches and decks. »x ■ ' ‘

IB- ? ' z? kjRmRS I -ffiH li jMwflM' v? ■F ’ iEwSnl W II& Mr I 'MSIIVi WiE ■MHMbrP I ):• llw * . Wjs • * Wg&jT. task's’ ; ■ ■■h ! iMrair ISiMRIi W4jW .-U SII w ' ■ Wk a p ■ WIKMM 111 ■. ■ | y BM UHP^ 1 WbJBMI BB? ■’ flr' HE WSMr I WiMp 8 Mjli You can divide your closet and conquer the jumble of supplies and equipment inside. A series of partitions and shelves will utilize space which was previously wasted.

Simple Partitions Can Double Closet Space

One of the best additions to your kitchen dr utility room can actually be a matter of division. This isn’t confused arithmetic; it's an idea for partitioning the hall of utility room cldset for better organization of cleaning supplies. The-plan- calls for building vertical plywood dividers and horizontal shelves in the existing closet to utilize space that is usually wasted. One good approach is to allow roughly . half the existing hanging space for cleaning gear, and the rest for garments. Upper shelves can be used for hats, luggage or more supplies. Step by step, this involves (1) taking out the rod; (2) building a vertical fir plywood divider down the middle of the closet; (3) installing a new rod in the right-hand section; and (4» building shelves of varying heights on the left side

Divider Creates Hallway, Storage For Clothing An attractive entry fcallvmay be created adjacent to the front door simply by constructing a functional room divider. This device, which is gaining fast acceptance among home owners, may be installed while the house is under construction or in an existing structure. Many home owners feel that the room divider furnishes a better entry hall than a separate room, primarily because of its functional nature and reasonable cost. Most room dividers used for this purpose are less than ceiling height, and many are lower than eye level. The height is a matter for individual preference and the storage requirements. Sometimes the room divider is made large enough to serve as a guest closet. It has many possibilities, limited only by the ingenuity of the designer. Whatever the design, the room divider is constructed on a sturdy framework of light lumber. A popular covering, nailed directly to the framing, is Masonite 3/16" hardboard, which has a reputation for standing up well against abrasion and bumps of the type it would receive in this location. Its smooth surface takes a beautiful paint job. The entire structure is securely fastened to the floor and, at one end, to the wall studs. Patterned masonite hardboards also are available, and for craftsmen wanting a factory-grained board there is Misty Walnut. In the event storage room is required for coats, of course, at least a portion of the, divider should be tall enough to hold the garments. Door height is suggested. Width of the divider will vary according to individual conditions, but it probably will be a minimum of one foot, two feet if it is a coat closet. On the living room side, provision may be made for open bookshelves or shelving protected by sliding doors. Again, versatile hardboard ean be used, as it makes ideal panel doors that slide in grooves cut into the lumber or in chanels that may be purchased at a hardware store. To lend a contrasting and beautiful effect, these panel doors may be cut from peg-board or one of the patterned masonite boards available at most lumber yards. PuttyGoodHelper A good way to start a nail in the out of the way spot is to hold the nail where it’s to go with a little wad of putty.

of the divider. Recess these shelves, about 8” from the front of the closet so you can secure a notched strip of plywood to hold mops and brooms. Leave the bottom shelf about 18” off the floor to allow roqm the vacuum, cleaner 'anti attachments You can-'Vary the location ‘ add size of the shelves to suit your own needs. You can also use this closet partition idea to store toys, games, or sewing supplies. Ip the latter case, the space; at the bottom could be used for die sewing machine. ■ ‘ Plan Available A free plan which shows how to cut the dividers and shelves from panels of %” fir plywood is available by writing the "Douglas Fir Plywood Association, Tacoma 2, Washington. Ask' for the "Designs for Cleaning'’, plan.

Designing Kitchen Can Be Fnn ' To save money and have fun while planning a new kitchen, put all your ideas down on paper and then work out the solution that is best-suited to your family’s requirements. First decide just how many “extras”—such as a laundry area, dining nook or mixing center — can be included in the room. Organize all kitchen activities into these work mixing and baking, range or cooking, cleanup or sink, and other centers for eating, planning, utility, sewing and laundry, if you have space.. Check to see if a Structural change, such as moving a wall, door or window will provide a more efficient layout. Allow a total of 6 sq. ft. of cabinet or shelf space I for eaeh member of the family. Add an additional 12 sq. ft. if you plan to entertain. Five Basic Plans Then study the five basic kitchen arrangements: J. The simplest plan is the onewall kitchen which is ideal for small, narrow areas. 2. The work triangle is more compact in the two-wall, corridor kitchen. The cabinets and appliances face each other in this arrangement. 3. An L-shaped kitchen is practical because it has space along two additional walls for dining, utility, planning, recreation and other activities. 4. The U-shaped kitchen is considered ideal by many home-mak-ers. Work areas can be included on three inter-related walls. 5. An island or peninsula kitchen is an efficient arrangement for a large kitchen. It also separates the dining or laundry area from the cooking space. Once the type of kitchen is chosen, several floor plans should be considered before the final drawing is approved. Then planning the decor, which should be decorative as well as practical. Marlite Is Practical One of the most popular materials for both new and modernized kitcens is plastic-surfaced Marlite, which is extensively used on both walls and ceilings. Available at lumber dealers in plain colors and a variety of interesting patterns, the panels add a smart decorative touch to any kitchen. Homemakers find that even grease, fruit stains and other hard-to-remove marks can be wiped off with a sudsy doth. The permanent plastic surface protects the panel mg against hard wear,, and eliminates any redecorating expense in the future. Lumber dealers have samples of the paneling to simplify the task of choosing colors and patterns. With the wide range of decorative patterns, a home-maker can design a color scheme tailored to her personality and tastes. When both the floor plan and decor are finalized, the contractor or home handyman can begin work.

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