The Huron Expositor, 1978-11-02, Page 33What do you know about roofs?
IIHOME CARE SECTION -- SS
Conch 'on your soil now with -
Cana an sphagnum peat moss
It's fall . . . time to sow a
new lawn, repair an existing
one, condition the soil
around shrubs, in flower
beds and gardens, and pre-
pare evergreens for the win-
ter.
Canadian sphagnuni peat
moss mixed with the soil now
will provide an excellent
foundation for healthy lawns,
plants and flowers.
Why sphagnum peat
moss? While peat is any par-
tially decomposed vegeta-
tion, sphagnum peat is peat
from sphagnum moss,
It is a clean, uniform prod-
uct Consisting of 95% organic
material and considered the.
Tihest soil coTiditilaffer be-
cauSe of its long lasting qual-
ities and, its unmatched water ,
retention capacity. It will ab-
sorb 12 to 20 times its weight
in water, a factor which pro-
motes healthy root develop-
ment and actually reduces
the amount of fertilizer
needed.
In clay soils, sphagnum
peat moss loosens and aer-
ates the soil allowing unham-
pered rootlirowth.
In sandy soils where water
and nutrients tend to leach
through, leaving plants un-
dernourished, sphagnum
binds the soil, helping retain
Moisture and fertilizers It is
free of harMful salts, c enu-
cats and insect life.
Here are some tips on how
to Use 'sphagnum peat .moss
as yoti prepare lawns and
gardens for the Winter. In all
cases moisten the peat moss
thoroughly before using.
New Lawns - If you are
starting, a new lawn Spread a
one-to two-inch layer of
sphagnum peat over, the area
to be seeded and work it into
the top six inches of soil.
After seeding, top dress
-with W-Lorpeat moss to hold
the seeds in place, keep them
moist, and protect them
against temperature ex-
tremes.
Rejuvenating Old Lawns -
Spike bare spots and cover
with one-half inch of wet '
sphagnum peat; work it into
the spiked holes' with the
back of a rake. Seed and wa-
ter.
Gardens - Spread a two-
to three-inch layer of sphag-
num peat moss over beds and
around shrubs and work into
the soil. This will reduce the
need for frequent cultivation
and watering, protect the soil
and plant roots agains ex-
treme temperatures,
condition the soil for spring
planting.
Evergreens Broadleaf
evergreens such as azaleas,
camelliaS, rhododendrons
daphnes and heather are
acid-loving plants. Foeestab-
lished plantings, mulch with
a two-inch coating of kogig!.•
nun} peat mess. Do no iirk
into the soil.
If yot are planting new
evergreens, mix the soil
thoroughly with the peat
moss. Then loosen the root
ball of the plant so that the
soil and peat moss will be
thoroughly blended. Finally,
mulch with a two-inch layer
of sphagnum peat.
One further ;point should
be emphasized about Cana-
dian sphagnum peat moss. It
is sold in compressed bales.
When loosened, a bale
yields nearly twice the vol-
ume of material. Thus, One
six foot compressed bale of
sphagnum peat is equal to sbc.
50-pound bags of other peats.
Some no-wall problemsolver's
when decorating? Usually ing the desk at right angles to -
it' s a wall in the wrong - the wall and hanging a bulle-
place—or a wall that's sim- tin board from hooks in the
ply •not there. ceding.
When you need a wall and A dressing room nook can
don't •have one, you can be arranged by use of a fold-
make one' with room divider ,ing screen to, surround a
bookcases, etageres or fold- dressing table. If the screen is
,ing screens. sturdy 'enough, a full-length
A private study area can be mirror can be hung on one
Where there's a living
room and no dining room,
create a dining area behind
the sofa. The table can dou-•
ble as a sofa table when
you're not eating at it. Dis-
play a family silver service
dining the,day, easy to whisk
off when meal time comes
around.
What can drive you mad -N•set iipin A bedroom by plat- panel.
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The day to day,fife of a roof is rough. Wind, rainstorms and dramatic temperature
changes can age a roof prematurely. Snow, melting ice and exposure to 50,000 hourS of
direct sunlight over a lifetime contribute to this aging process. Knowing how to recognize
early warning signs of roof problems will.ensure your roof's good 'health for years to come.
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T _ F _ 1. Sunligth irrougheron roofing shingles than wind, rainstorms, snow or
melting ice.
T _ F _ 2. Shingles prevent water leakage.
T F _ 3. Overlap is the process that causes water to ',drop from one shingle to
another and finally to the grinind.
T _ F 4. Roofing is applied from bottom to top.
T _ F _ 5. Metal strips that waterproof the joints of a roof at the chinaney are called
flashing.
T _ F 6. Most roof shapes are variations on two main types, the gable roof and the
hip roof.
T _ F _ 7. Different types of roof styles can be combined in one building.
F _ 8'. It is important to know what type of skeleton lies beneath a house before
deciding on a roof.
T _ F _ 9. Roofs are most vulnerable to leaks where their slopes are broken by
chimneys, dormers and valleys.
T _ F _ 10. Asphalt shingle roofs usually last more than 20 years depending upon the
weight of the shingle.
T F _ 11. Asphalt shingles are easily applied and come with dabs of adhesive .That
seal the roof against high winds.
T F _ 12. The slope of your roof ..does not affect your choice of Materials.
T _ F._ 13. The more nearly level the slope; the slower the.run-off of water from the
roof; the more highly waterproof the material must be.
T _ F _ 14. Asphalt shingles are widely used on roofs with moderate to steep slopes
because they are easy to install, come in a variety of weights, require little
maintenance and are available in a wide range of colors.
T _ F _ 15.. Asphalt shingles are one of the least expensive yet effective roof covering's
available. .
According to. a . roofing expert,- the sooner you repair a damaged roof, the
more money you'll save hi the long run. The first symptoms of an aging roof are bare spots
where granules have worn off, broken or curled shingle edges and missing tabs. If you• do
. find signs of roof damage, call your local roofing contractor. He will give you it free
inspection with no obligation. •
Firstomke sure the flue is
open befcire lighting fire and,
once open, that it is not
blocked up in any way. Ilk is
open and clear, you should
be able to feel a draught com-
ing down it. When you build
your fire, direct ., your logs
toward the flue to allow for
easy escape of smoke.
Be sure to build your fire as
far back in your fireplace as To make bathro
you can. Use twigs, if possi- ups easier, why no
ble, to start your fire. If not, sponge and your p
wadded _u p_nents p ap er -cleanser-.close -at
around your. logs will work ' times. Then, whe
ur,they c
the
maximum in safety.
m clean-
keep a
eferred
ever mes-
and fireplaces are being in- just as well. ' ses oc be wiped
stalled for the first time ' -Teprevent sparks from fly- 1„ tip b reach epic
'where none were before. ing into the room, make sure -proportions.
Of course, there are some to set up a screen in front of For hard to reach areas
rules to obserVe when using a; the fire, (i.e., a tub hidden behind slid-
fireplace, to ensure both the , And Make .certain, if you ing glass doors), a sponge on
maximum in pleasure and the I intend to do any cooking over along handle will work
The fireplace exudes
warmth in a very real sense,
and is therefore a natural as
an entertaining center. For
-centuries, families and their
guests have gathered around
the hearth of an evening,
chatting and enjoying each
other's company till bedtime.
Today, with the re-'
surgence of interest in work-
ing fireplaces, all of this is
possible once again. In city
apartments, as well as com-
fortable country places,
fireplaces that have been
long bricked up are being
opened and rendered`usable,
Do you remember last winter's
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„your fireplace, even roasting
marshmallows, that you are
' not' one of the chc‘ic Ily
using natural firewoodThr
' formed logs.
Then,, sit back and enjoy
yourself as a winter of warm
and cozy nights stretches
ahead.
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spills quickly
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'before they start, with insulation;
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