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March 20, 1975     Shelton Mason County Journal
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.=- " . . P . ° Walkway approaching house from-mid-driveway, accented by wood screens, replaces walk straight from curb, directs visitors to entry. Screens stained to match house siding are Western wood 2x2s set on 2x4 stringers, 4x4 posts, with 2x8 flat cap. Entry Gains rm Redesigning an entrance yard with walks and screens can change a modest or poorly sited residence from ordinary to ex- citing, often solving traffic problems in the process. A sidewalk that stretches straight from the street to front door lacks interest and offers little• opportunity for innova- tions. A solution is changing to a side approach from the drive- way. Combined with a series of wood screens facing different directions, a new walkway can create whatever approach and view the owners wish. One screen, of 2x2-inch west- ern wood set vertically on 4x4 posts with a 2x8 flat cap, di- rects traffic to the walk and concea!s the front door from Retaining Walls Use Posts, Planks A retaining wall for yard or garden can be built with 4x4- inch posts and 2xl0-inch planks of preservative-treated western wood. Posts should be anchored to braces set into the bank. Gravel and drain tile below and behind the base of the wall are important for water runoff. Local building departments should be checked as some areas require permits for re- taining walls. A garden slope can be terrac- ed using 2x8s as step risers, set in with stakes every 12 inches and filled with pea gravel or concrete as treads. Screen Mutes Window View An attractive privacy screen the street, built of stock sizes of western Other screens, with posts wood can be the answer to an bolted to racial straps set in unsightly view out a window or concrete, are placed at right to block the exposure from angles near the front door to de- sidewalk or street. fine the entry, near a window to A simple screen has 2x4-inch screen the view inside, or placed verticals attached to soffits un- to balance the grouping of der the eaves. The lower par- screens and shrubbery, tion in contact with or set into the ground is preservative Walk Sets Scene treated. For Yard Display Spaced 2x2s are nailed to horizontal braces set between Many gardeners are creating the uprights. To add a pattern, less formal and more imagina- spacers can be nailed between tive scenes by combining Walk- the 2x2s. It's easiest to prestain ways, small display decks and the lumber before assembly. screens. Walks of 2x4-inch western Outdoor Plans wood laid flat on treated string- ers can be designed with offset Plans for a sun trellis, two platforms so potted plants cain gazebos and other outdoor be displayed on projecting car- projects are in a plans folder hers and groupings of plantings available for 25 cents in coin tucked into the co.rners, from Western Wood Products Open screens and arbors ofAssn., Dept. 539-P, Yeon 2x4s on 4x4 posts create a new Bldg., Portland, Or. 97204. mood for an entry, offering shade, aplaceforhangingflow- Asia Trying 2 x 4's ers and a backdrop for plants. Japan is borrowing Ameri- Outwit The Weeds can home building methods. A new law accepts U.S. lumber Before building a deck close sizes and stren .gth ratings, and to the ground, eliminate future code adoption is expected. By bother with weeds. Clear the 1980 American framing space bare, then spread plastic methods may be used in as sheeting and pin it down with a many as 250,000 houses a year. layer of fine gravel. But Careful Design A tall fence often is the most For this style, boards are practical way to assure privacy nailed vertically on alternating m the backyard, thus making it sides of the framework, so the a livable part of the home. edges overlap about one inch. But its large wall-like sur- Boards as wide as 10 or 12 faces call for special care to inches are often used, but Ix6 make its appearance not dis- or lx8-inch boards arelesslike- pleasing to neighbors or your- ly.to cup or split. self. Pattern, materials and Framing is 4x4-inch posts, color must be carefully select- connected by 2x4-inch rails ed. near top and bottom, with pos- A board fence of western sibly a third in the middle. Their wood will be a happy choice for span should not be over eight several reasons: feet. A 2x6 cap board along the 1) It goes with any house top ties it all together. style, including brick and stuc- Before determining the co; 2) It blends well with trees fence's height, check with local and shrubbery; 3) It's an easy building officials regardinglim- type for the do-it-yourselfer, itations and setbacks, and and 4) Its cost is reasonable, also examine deed and title on A favorite pattern is the your property for restrictions. board and board. It appears Sites at intersections are espe- three dimensional and solid, yet cially vulnerable. allows good air circulation, and Western red cedar or Doug- it's a good neighbor fence, be- las fir are recommended for cause it looks as well on both fences and screens; preserva- sides, tire treated posts are worth the added cost. Simple arbor built of 12-foot western wood 2x6s, Ix4 cross pieces adds charming garden entrance, support for vines. Factory Housing An old factory in Hoboken, N.J. is being converted into 188 apartments, at a cost that may be 30 percent cheaper than new construction. Joists in the five- story masonry building are 3xl0-inch Douglas fir. 17 years 1723 OLYMPIC HIGHWAY NORTH TELEPHONE 426-2292 ..... SHELTON, WASHINGTON 98584 If you need help with your building or home improvement planning, whether "do it yourself" or by our qualified local craftsmen, you may rely on our years of experience and pride in our work to give you a job of which you'll be proud. WOMEN WITH A SENSE OF STYLE PREFER CARPETS AND RUGS Berven Carpeting Window Seat Adds Storage A storage window seat added in a youngster's room provides a well-lighted place to sit and read, or just daydream as many do. A simple box framing of 2x4-inch western wood 18 inches deep will hold several drawers or a large cabinet for storage below the seat. Extending the unit a foot on each side of the window allows addition of bookshelves on each side. reaching from seat to ceil- ing. Suggested woods for this purpose are western fir, pine or hemlock. ROCKY HEMBROFF CRAIG CHAPMAN 5th and FRANKLIN 426-3357 THREE DAYS ONLY- THURSDAY TO SATURDAY n-upl Two colors, 5/32" hardboard, reg. $4.98 Two colors, 5/32" hardboard, reg. 4.29 Evans Western Cedar $ 599 5/32" Luan, reg. 8.49 ............. ,van:2° J :2 k ........ !5 Wall Bond Panel adhesive, reg. $]..59 ......... Panel Nails Colored, reg. $1.19 ............... Panel Mouldings Prefinished, wide variety ......... Capri Hickory or Butter Wood 5/32" Luan, reg. $6.19, your choice Pick Your Panel 99 We have about 30 misc. one-of-a-kind panels. Values to $8.95. Your choice wallcoverings 1/2', 4x8 2x4" 8' Studs 4x8 Shop siding 3/8" while it lasts! See more than 900 fabric- backed vinyl wallcoverings in the WalI-Tex'~ collections. All easy to put up, easy to clean, and making a beautiful difference in your home, Buy now and save! If :1 g sale. U-Houl Sale items limited to stock on hand On Sale Items • No Deliveries • No Credit • No Returns • No Discounts 2x4"-6' No. 3 & better, handy around the house, 1000's of uses. Stanley Tools Hammers, saws, tapes, chisels, saw blades, etc. Brushes 4" wall brush Ir plus lVz" wall ) brush, both only Reg. $8.39 49 Off I Flat White Latex Reg. $6.49 Gallon "Building Supplies for Less" Monday-Sat. 8:00 to 5:30 Now Only Gallon You $2,00 Page S-14 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, March 20, 1975 ,, Thursday, March 20, 1975 -Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page S-3