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22 The News-Review, Roieburg, Ore. Wed., June 13, 1956 .A AFTER f xy fff K If ?.Afl -. rnv conn-, 4i t Mil! 0 irirtamiiSM L r- BEFORE 9' 7 '1 EXTERIOR MODERNIZATION is expressed here in the cimnlMt- terms - on old farm dwelling, much the worse for wear and obsolescence, takes a trim, attractive kk tie liives of h i.vf with tiny dormers, permitted the od ditis of sfod-story windows and better utilization of lv3 orej. A niore modem entrance gives the final touch. with new siding o asbestos-cement shingles. Breaking ii di--!,- a v.,:! m:.,. For Inside Or Outside Modernizing One of the mast useful a d alsof Full direetioiis fur the "set in most cersatile materials -for home-: wood" prefabricated method, come improvement is glass, block i h slrippill8 materM. lilass block, which transmis. , davlisht without sacrificing pri- r exterior installations, panels vacv, insulation, or wall slrengt, of glass block should be set in can be used in an infinite number i mortar, like brick or in concrete of ways to improve nauiuiy ana j blocks A oroduct of Owens-Illinois Glass ! Panels are especially suitable for Check Construction And Details Of Sofa When Selecting One Just as in buying an article ot clothing, you should, ' try it on for size" when buying a sofa or chair. Sit in it and relax as you will in your own home.' A com fortable chair for a small person will not be the ultimate in comfort for a 6-footer, so have your hus band try it too. Examine tne omer ieaiures roo. Are the cushions firm enough? Turn the chair over and check such features as webbing and lin ing. Webbing should be closely woven and firm. Nailing in the framework is taboo. Bracing with corner blocks joined by screws and glue indicates good construction. Then note the tailoring: seams and welting should be neat and even. If tufted, buttons should be firmly sewn. A BRIGHT and cheeky dining area is set off with an inter ior partition of glass block. The exterior wall which gives light, and privacy both is shown with glass block ventilation. Co., Uie blocks are square. 4 inches thick, and come in 6-inch by 6 inch, 8-inch by 8-inch, and 12-inch by 12-inch sizes. They are sturdily built, their hollow interiors contain a partial vacuum which creates the same insulating qualities as an 8 tnch wall. Interior partitions can be in stalled easily and economically by the handyman with prefabricated wooden strips. Such interior parti tions are excellent for dividing large rooms, walling off stair wells, or giving light where pri vacy is needed. kitchens and bathrooms because they are Impervious to water, and are easy to keep clean. In kitchens class block dividers may create a dining area, or brighten a work area where light is needed. In the bath, the panels make excellent shower walls and divider parti tions; admitting light while pre serving privacy. In living and dining room areas panels of glass block may be used to brighten dark entrances, to partition off a room, to add drama to drab spots and other advantageous areas. IMPROVE YOUR HOWIE'S VALUE WITH A GREEN-WELL CARED FOR LAWN SET IT TO SPRINKLE 5 FT. TO 50 FT. AUTOMATICALLY BY TURN OF THE DIAL Eaiy-to-uto ... no mult or futs. Natural roin-liko ihower bir for N lownl. Dolirort up to 500 aatloni of wotor on hour on 30 to, of oronuro. 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