GLASS BLOCK FOR WINDOWS This panel of glass block, which admits light without sacrificing privacy or wall strength, was in- stalled to illuminate the en- trance of a modern home. The planter beside it adds attractive- ness to the lustrous glass panel. These attractive and useful glass blocks are strong and come in 3 More Livability In New Kitchens The "good old days" are eom- lng back into the home by way the kitchen. On the way out is cold white little cubicle that ed more like a hospital clinic a warm family center where housewife could both cook and i auss with her family and The "clinic" is being replaced a friendly, colorful room which an integral part of the living and entertaining area of the home The new "old-fashioned kitchen' ean be small in area if the size of the house requires it, but it sacrifices nothing in efficency or sutomatic appliances. It is not cramped because often R is separated from the living snd dining area only by a break- fast bar or row of waist-high floor eabinets. With such an arrange- ment, the interior of a small house seems much larger, while conversation and a feeling of "at ease' flow naturally through rooms formerly walled off from one another. Every feature in today's kitchen is designed to create an invitin, atmosphere in the room to whic the lady of the house devotes so much of her day. Colorful, washable wallpaper and cool shades o int are ap- lied to walls oR ceiling. ainted or stained to match the cabinets or walls are the sash and frames of large window that let in plenty of air and sunshine. New cabinets utilize every inch of space, with adjustable shelves and lay-susan corners, creating the "right", easy-to-reach spot for every article of Mrs. Home- maker's kitchen equipment. ; for every home fix-up job! ® FLOOR SANDER & EDGER For Floor Refinishing ® ELECTRIC PORTABLE SAW ® DRILLS © SANDER eo JIG SAW ® ETC. For Home Repeirs end Building ot economicel rental prices. We carry a full line of building Home-croft end floor finishing supplies. Let us help you to select the proper materials and tools for the job. 111 BROCK ST. N. WHITBY WHITBY HARDWARE MO. 8-3540 | creased trend toward transitional styling are the keynotes of this year's furniture. Transitional -- that happy integration of modern 'with Early American, gives a softened but uncluttered refinement to newest furniture fashions. Despite the new interest in tras- itional, the demand for tradition- al remains constant. New enthusi- asm is provoked for the combina- tion of traditional beauty with up- to-date comfort such as the union of Duncan Phyfe and stain-resistant plastic or Queen Anne wig-backs and foam rubber. STYLE . . . Television continues to force innovations in the furni- ture field! Hassocks are more es- sential than ever before, but have a new, accepted drawing-room ap- pearance. Swivel rockers play an important part dn TV viewing com- fort. Snack and tray tables now reach a handsome maturity! Upholstered pieces are large, New Furniture Is Marked By More Vivid Colorings Emphasis on design and an in- with an eye to extra seating space in front of the TV set, but the lines remain simple, Rough textures are still the fab- ric favorite and chenille is grow- ing in popularity. Trims are al- most non-existent. COLOR . . . a clover-pink, called by many names, has made its ap- arance in every room in the rown, black or turquoise, Blue in all its pastel, Persian and aqua forms is a close running mate. The neutral tones, however, are still the steady anchor men in the color .games and they include the. beiges, greens and black and white combinations. BEDROOM FURNITURE . is large, handsome and efficient. Breakfronts are more beautiful and spacious than ever and even head- boards of beds are providing stor- age space as well as book and shelf space. Brass trim is very prominent. Pink, in all shades, is very evi- SHORT-CUT OR PAINTERS "Do-It-Yourself" painters will find it convenient when painting small tables, chairs, etc., to turn the pieces upside down on a pro- tected surface and paint the un- derneath parts first, painting from the leg ends downward. Next, turn the piece upright and finish the sides and other broad surfaces. MEND PLASTER BEFORE PAINTING Before repainting or repapering your walls, mend cracked plaster with a prepared patching plaster mixture. Press the patching ma- terial firmly between laths and into crevices and allow to dry thorough- ly before repainting. dent in bedroom furniture. Two. tones are finding an increased in- terest in black-and-white and: brown-and-white combines. 3 TABLES . . . the modern limed oak table with plastic top, ebony legs and brass ferrules is the most popular. Cordovan mahogany is growing in popularity. The brassy look and the functional touch are two .of the .outstanding trends in tables. BEDDING . . . sofa-beds and bunk beds are the big items this year. Additions have been made and sofa -beds now have various of a d table which doubles as a wall-shelf or night stand. Trundle beds know as much popularity today as they did in Grandmothers' day. Sofa beds are more comfortable, easier= to-handle and better looking than ever. 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