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Show Planned Storage a 'Must' lnNewHome,MagazineSays Planned storage space is a distinct dis-tinct "must" in the planning of a new home, says American Builder, most widely circulated building industry magazine. The publication defines planned storage space as storage walls, built-in cabinets, wardrobes, drawer cases and closets. ! American . Builder concedes that "most experts agree two-thirds two-thirds more dead storage space can be provided in a basement than on the first floor for an equal expenditure of money." However, the magazine adds, "These same experts are also agreed that the smaller amount of storage space on the first floor is preferred to the larger amount ' in the basement because of its convenience and accessibility to the occupant. This all sums up to the fact that planned storage snace is here to stay." 5SX ' J ! l I Xi s t ' , . I if ' ' - " 1 ' Many built-in storage units are made of hardwood plywood, a material with characteristics that are highly desirable for the purpose. Because of the way the plywood is constructed, it is ihighly resistant to warping. This '; (means that the large number of doors found in built-in units are 3 'not likely to pull out of shape i and stick or refuse to close il snugly. j Another excellent quality of :'i hardwood plywood is that deli- ;'j cately figured wood veneers are il used as facing. The natural il beauty of wood makes attractive i home interiors. 1 1 Although some built-in cabinets ! are designed expressly for cer- jl tain houses, American Builder This storage wall, with closets and drawers, is in a child's room but, says American Builder magazine, maga-zine, the unit also would be suitable suit-able for a recreation room, a bedroom bed-room or sewing room. Hardwood plywood faced with birch veneer1 in a natural finish provides a durable, easy-to-clean surface. says standard built-in units or storage wall cabinets can be obtained ob-tained in a large variety of sizes and types. |