Show FIRST AID TO AILING HOUSES by roger whitman QUESTION our windows are set in steel frames they sweat so badly it runs down on the frames we were told the trouble was caused by the oil burner we changed to a floor furnace but the windows are still the same the water is gradually rotting the sills what can we do ANSWER the trouble probably would be greatly reduced by the installation of storm sash As the windows are now the steel frames become chilled by the outdoor air and the warm moist air of the house condenses on their cold sur faces storm sash would protect the windows from such chilling and the sweating should be checked QUESTION I 1 am going to late ate the e upstairs of my home and would like information on this subject can you give me any advice ANSWER get top quality products and whichever type you select ask tor for instruction sheets on the correct method of installation wall insulation that requires blowing in usually is handled by special companies who have the equipment tor for this work batt or blanket type insulation can be put in by a home owner who is handy with tools when insulation is placed in between the rafters the attic space can be utilized tor for living quarters QUESTION we are planning to build a recreation room in our basement can you give me any plans or suggestions on how to build and arrange it if ANSWER booklets on this subject are published by the manufacturers of asphalt floor tile and wall boards suitable for such rooms your f consideration should be to see that all traces of dampness are eliminated QUESTION how can I 1 wash a white stone mantel I 1 always used a wi but that makes an awful dust ANSWER scrub the stone with very hot water containing about a cupful of phosphate in a of water then rinse with clear water |