Simple Suggestions for More Athactive Itlall Desiqn Treahnents with Douglas Fir Plgwood

Many and varied are the wall design treatments poss ib le with beautifully - grained Douglas fir plywood.- Advertisements 1 and 2 of this ser- ies" detailed two methods of using panels placed horizontally. ln the rendering below -that of a smart, modern. shop interiorvertical panei arrangement predominates. Standard 4 x 8 panels are used vertically with the wainscoat- ing placed horizontally; the unusual design effect is achieved by vertical V-grooves, carried through from floor to ceiling.

ln all cases, one basic rule app.lies: start at the openings with vertical joints and divide the plain wall spaces in an orderly pattern, as in detail A and C. Place vertical foints at each side of top and bottom of window and at top of door openings, as in detail A, C, E, and C. lf the width of the door or window opening is over four feet, however, do not hesitate to place the panels horizontally as in detail E-for combinations of vertical and horizontal arrangements may be used in the same room 'with pleasing effect. Nine and ten foot lengths are available to assist in solving special problems.

The most satisfactory method of applying special patterns (or patterns made up of small panels) isto sheath with 5/16" or 3/8" Plyscord placed horizontally and apply the finish panels as desired.

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CATTI PLYwooD BE SPECIFIED NoII, FOR POSTWAR USE?

The increased_capacity.of the industry wlll are lift€d. There will be no reconversion delays;. the same types and grades of Douglar nr ptyyyood that are now being made will flow tmmedtatety into peace-time building end construction.

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