Home Remodeling - Planning & Design in 1927
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Slat Doors, Cupboard Doors, Screen Doors, Combination Doors, Garage Doors, Church Doors, Window Screens, and Storm SashEditor’s Comment: Keep in mind homes were not air conditioned in 1927 so screened windows were very important. Cars were smaller and less common so garages were sized to … MORE>>> |
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Slat Door U575THIS unusual type of interior door is particularly adapted for bedrooms because it permits cross ventilation when desired or can be closed tight same as any ordinary door. The movable 5-ply panel slides up and down between the stiles and two spring clips on each … MORE>>> |
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Accordion Doors U580THESE doors afford one of the best and most reasonable methods of subdividing floor space. Readily applied in new or old buildings. Sometimes French doors are used in this way where the extra light is required. Doors can also be made with blackboard over top … MORE>>> |
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Panel Transom, Slat, & Toilet DoorsTHESE designs are used principally in hotels and public buildings. Slat door U594 is usually hung on the same jamb with a standard panel door. For ventilation the panel door is left open and the slat door only is closed. The jambs must … MORE>>> |
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Cupboard DoorsEditor’s note: I think we would call these cabinet doors not cupboard. THERE are many uses for these doors, as convenient cupboards and closets are very much appreciated by the orderly housekeeper. Used in kitchen cupboards, pantries, china cases, clothes closets, linen closets, ... MORE>>> |
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Screen Doors U700Editor’s Comment: I find the choices of screen wire interesting. I didn’t know copper/bronze or enameled wire was available. It seems like the copper wire on a stained oak door would be very interesting. FLIES AND MOSQUITOES are a menace to … MORE>>> |
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Screen Doors U704THESE designs are substantially constructed for long service. Usually made of white pine, but can also be made of hardwood to match entrance door. Wire can be black enameled, galvanized or copper bronze. Black enameled wire will be furnished unless otherwise ordered. These designs can … MORE>>> |
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Window ScreensIT IS important to cover every opening, particularly cellar sash (U734) and transoms (U732) in order to keep out obnoxious flies and insects. Design U728 is the standard full size window screen while design U730 is suitable where only the bottom sash is to be opened. ... MORE>>> |