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A POWERED ATTIC VENTILATOR expels moisture and ex­ cessive heat, protecting insulation and reducing the burden on air-conditioner. Ventilate your attic to save energy, protect insulation As homeowners strive to create an indoor environment that's comfortable and energy efficient,.it 's important thai they consider proper ventilation to be an integral part of those efforts. Nowhere is ventilation more important than in the attic. As anyone who has ever climbed into an attic on a warm summer. day will attest, air trapped there can reach unbearable temjfcra- tures, usually exceeding that of the outside air. Heated air moves downward This super-heated air tends to radiate downward, raising the temperature of the house below and increasing the burden on ihe air-conditioner. Further, over an extended period of time, this extreme heat can cause deterioration of roof­ ing materials, boards and other structural members, leading to costly repair bills. Nor does the problem abate in the winter Modern construction practices which make homes virtually air-tight do not allow moisture produced inside the house to escape to the outside where it is harmless. Often, this moisture gathers in the attic and can penetrate in­ sulation, rendering it almost useless. The moisture can also damage other building materials in the attic. Efficient, economical solution The most efficient and economical way to rid the attic of both excessive heat and mois­ ture is with a powered attic space ventilator. The ventilator quickly and effectively expels both elements before they can PAGE 2F • PLAINDEALER damage the home or rob it of its energy efficiency. With a thermostatically con­ trolled attic ventilator, attic temperatures are kept at levels where they do not pose a threat to the rest of the house. The ventilator keeps the attic temperature at a lower level, al­ lowing the homeowner to ex­ change the expensive operation of the air-conditioner for the low-wattage operation of the ventilator, saving energy and money. In the winter, the humidi- statically-controlled powered ventilator turns on automati­ cally whenever moisture levels in the attic air exceed acceptable standards. The ventilator expels moisture-laden air, replacing it with dry air and protecting attic insulation. An attic ventilator is usually installed on the rear slope of the roof, near the peak, and cen­ tered. Capacity of fan important If a roof location is not desir­ able or practical, a roof-type ventilator can be installed verti­ cally on the gable sidewall or a gable fan with its own louvers can be used. In order for the attic fan to properly do its job, it must have the capacity to ventilate the en­ tire attic. The Home Ventilating Institute (HVI), a voluntary or­ ganization of manufacturers of home ventilating equipment which sets industry standards and certifies products, recom­ mends that an attic fan be cap­ able of providi ng 10 air changes per hour. HVI offers a simple formula for calculating the capacity of the fan needed for any attic. Multiply (he total square foot­ age of the attic by 7». As an example, the calcula­ tion for an attic with 500 sq. ft. . FMDAV, MARCH n, tm of floor space would be: 500 X .7 = 350. Such an attic would need a fan with a 350 CFM capacity. The HVj label displayed on all members' products shows that product's CFM rating. This rating has been established through independent, rigid test­ ing procedures. By properly selecting and in­ stalling a powered attic ven­ tilator, homeowners will assure themselves of creating the type of energy-saving environment which is so necessary in today's world. 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Decker designed a portable '/i-inch electric drill that fea­ tured a universal motor, pistol grip and trigger switch. That innovative product spawned the portable power tool industry--a booming busi­ ness that will chalk up sales of $900-million this year and is expected to grow to S2.3-billion by 1990. Today it 's estimated that 70 percent of all adult Americans think of themselves as do-it- yourselfeis. It 's a trend that shows every sign of accelerat­ ing. especially now that the neighborhood handyman is be­ coming an endangered species. This spring, fast-rising labor costs will be a factor in spurring more and more homeowners to try their hands at a wide range of maintenance and repair jobs. Some start with simple tasks such as replacing a faucet wash­ er; the more hardy take on such sophisticated projects as instal­ ling a skylight or building a new patio deck. For some homeowners, the do-it-yourself role is assumed mainly from economic neces­ sity. but many soon discover that they enjoy the feeling of ac­ complishment in successfully carry ing out a repair or remodel ing project. Portable power tools air eas­ ing the way for many otherwise reluctant do-it-yourselfers. The novice handyman llnds that the latest electric drills, sanders and saws can handle almost any job faster, more efficiently and with less effort than hand tools. Best of all, prices of quality power tools remain surprisingly reasonable, especially w hen the homeowner add up the money to be saved when he acts as his own handyman. What basic power tools does the new do-it-yourselfer need to handle most routine around- the-house repairs? According to Black & Decker, the nation's leading power tool manufac­ turer, the first power tool that most people buy is an electric drill. •That's probably because a drill, with accessories, is the most versatile power tool avail­ able. In addition to drilling holes in wood, metal, ceramics and masonry, you can attach ac­ cessories for removing rust, shaping wood, sanding, polish­ ing ai}d buffing. . .. _ A -Vinch variable speed re­ versing drill, for example, ena­ bles the user to select the proper speed to suit each job. The drill also features a reversing switch for backing out screws or jammed drill bits, and some models include a trigger lock to lock in the correct speed. A jig saw, also called a saber saw, is usually the second power tool bought by the aver age homeowner With the cor rect blade, a jig saw can handle a w ide range of jobs. " It will cut circles and scroll work in plywood, metal, com­ positions or plastic, and can be used for cut-outs in finished walls or ceilings to install elec­ trical outlets or fixtures. Closely following the jig saw in popularity is the circular saw. an invaluable, all-purpose power tool that can be used to cut everything from heavy lum ber to corrugated sheet metal Primarily used for wood­ working, this versatile tool can also be fitted with a variety of special blades to cut different materials at nearly any depth or angle with equal ease. The fourth most popular tool is the-finishing sander. which can be used for fine finishing work as well as rough sanding. With a sander. the home­ owner can remove old finishes from floors and sand w tnxJwork and stair treads It also is handy lor sanding the surface of a sticking dooi and tor removing peeling paint before repainting a surface The versatility of sanders otten leads the more sophisti­ cated do-it-yourselfer to buy more specialized sanders such as a dual action finishing sander (for orbital and straight line sanding), a disc sander (primar­ ily for metal paint and rust re­ moval projects), and a belt san­ der (primarily for major wood working paint, stain and or var­ nish removal tasks). With this basic quartet of tools--drill, jig saw, circular saw and finishing sander, the homeowner has the nucleus of equipment that will enable him to tackle hundreds of around- the-house repair and mainte­ nance jobs. After completing one or two successful projects, his confi­ dence level often is such that he begins adding more power tools such as a router and bench grinder to his collection and seeks out new remodeling jobs that add to both his pude and the re:sak-value.ot hM»-home. - - - -