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Show Q What can I do about grease spattering on the kitchen wall in back of my stove? A You might cover the area in back of the stove with a sheet of aluminum. A less expensive remedy, however, is to apply a coat of pure white shellac. A wet rag then will remove the grease spots. Q I expect to put on a new roof and redecorate my home. What colors would you suggest for a story-and-a-half wood frame Colonial house? A While there are various color combinations that would look attractive, one especially suited for a house of Colonial type architecture such as you describe calls for blue-green blend asphalt shingles for the roof with white on the sidewalls and window shutters painted dark green. This pleasing color contrast con-trast will be enhanced by painting paint-ing the chimney white, possibly with a narrow band of dark green as an added touch. Q In how many ways can wood grains be matched for high style furniture? A Hardwood face veneers used in furniture and wall paneling are matched in three basic ways, known as book-match, end-match and slide-match, but many additional addi-tional designs are achieved through combinations or variations of these basic methods. The art of veneer matching has been so perfected per-fected that the designer may achieve almost any effect desired, utilizing the exquisite figures of rare woods to the fullest. Q How much top soil is needed lor a lawn. A A minimum of six inches of top soil is recommended for a good lawn. |