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Show Friday, July 5, 1W6 THE DAILY HERALD, HmmMstimmt, PW W ittice panels can solve many decorating problems By GENE AUSTIN Newspapers user. for the panels, and moldings are nailed to the framelattice panels are which have grooves in two oppowork. 716-inc- h thick and measure 4 feet site sides and are used to join panLattice panels can be cut to any by 8 feet, but size, but extreme care is needed to panels are els. also available. Prices for a The edges of a lattice panel avoid damaging the thin strips of panel range from about $6 if the should fit snugly into the groove in wood while cutting. Either a the molding. Border moldings are panel is made from pressure-treate- d power saw or handsaw can be wood, to about $20 for cedar or needed in most lattice construction used, but the teeth should be very Plastic fine or the thin plastic. wood can be panels generally come in white Lattices are definitely a product for which or splintered split. I get good the are limited only by the imagination results with a Redwood are also available Qf saber saw or jig- tyjg in some areas, saw, fitted with a but are usually """ very fme Dade more expensive than cedar. to add strength to the panels, and run at a slow speed. When using a power saw, saw Strips of wood in lattice panels which are quite flimsy if not stiffare fastened by a small staple at ened with moldings, and to with the stapled side of the panel each joint. Some wood panels are improve the appearance or the turned up. Turn the staples down also glued at joints. The stapled edges. Moldings are usually sold when using a handsaw. This will side of a panel is considered the in lengths. help prevent the stapled joints If a lattice panel is surrounded back side and should be used in the from being forced apart by the least conspicuous position. Plastic by a supporting framework, as it motion of the saw teeth. Lay out panels are molded so the strips are usually is in a privacy screen or cutting lines to avoid hitting staroom divider, the lattice edges ples with the saw blade. fused together. can be secured to the frame by Several types of special moldDuring sawing, a lattice panel between them must also be firmly supported. If ings are also available for lattice sandwiching square strips of wood or standard a large table or workbench is not panels. These include which have a groove in one moldings, such as quarter-roun- d available, a good system is to side and are used to form borders or cove molding. The strips or place the panel flat on a pair of Standard Knight-Ridd- lattice panels provide an inex- nsive and versatile way to solve inanv UctUIdlHiK uiuuiuih uuuiuvland inside homes. - The panels are formed of thin strips of wood or plastic, generally fastened in a diagonal Crosshatch pattern with open spaces between strips. Panels are also sometimes made so that the strips cross at right angles instead of diagonally. The effect is lacy and attractive, making it possible to use the panels to separate spaces while retaining some openness. Among the most popular uses for lattice are skirting for spaces under porches and decks; fencing, trellises, and walls for shade structures, such as gazebos; and as privacy screens and room dividers. There are dozens of other possible outside and inside uses, including unique furniture designs and decorative objects, such as picture frames. Lattices are definitely a product for which the uses are limited only by the imagination of the Mil;7'' -8 uses user pSs ot 63 mm c? 700-18- sawhorses. Support the panel or a sheet with several of plywood that spans the sawhorses. Be sure and wear goggles. Some advantages of plastic lattice panels are the brilt-i- n finish, ease of cleaning and freedom from splinters. But plastic lattice looks and feels like plastic and lacks the ambience and charm of wood. Wood lattice panels can be given a finish such as paint, or left unfinished, like any other wood. The simplest finish for outdoor latsealtice is a clear, er, which will help reduce splitting and warping. To paint lattice, first apply a primer, let dry, and apply the finish paint. Sealer, primer or paint should be applied to lattice d roller or a with a water-repelle- nt long-nappe- sprayer. Readers' questions and comare welcome and should be sent to Gene Austin, the Philadelphia Inquirer, Box 861. Blue Bell, Pa. 19422. Questions cannot be answered personally. ments Ann 10 WMMMIttBBMH 2x XJ OREM: All brick home ml accessory apartment. Separate entrance. 5bd, 2 bath. Central location. Only $1 14.900. Arm or Matt REMAX ALL EAGLES Ann or Matthew 785-45- 43 w fry OREM: 3 M, 2 ba.REDUCED. Incredible backyard, very affordable, new wood floors, may be perfect for you. Call Matthew or Drew. 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