lath remodeling

(a large number of very handsome desiens are available as well as wood simulations) bonded to a semi-rigid -sandwich core of cxpanded polystyrene foam and balanced with a backing sheet. Trim mouldings are two-piece and made of heavy extruded aluminum with an exposed surface of pattern-matched F'ormica(R) brand laminate.

The system can be applied over almost any sound surface, including old ceramic tile. It is considered especially practical for remodeling as the polystyrene's compressibility "gives" with irregularities in the existing walls.

Panels are supplied in five sizes: 36"x96", 49"x96". 60"x96", 60"x72" and 60"x120". n{ouldines are available in three lengthst i2". 96" und, 120".

For dealer sales, the Tub Vall Paneling Kit, in a corrugated carton, is designed expressly for a standard gQ ,sq. ft. tub surround. Installation instructions are included in the packase. which is suitable for retail store display. Packaged components for builder sales for 50 sq. ft., 60 sq. ft.. and 70 sq. ft. tub surrounds are available on order through Formica distributors. The distributor in this case was Harter's Distributing Co. of No. Hollywood, Ca.

The remodeling installation costs of this remarkably effective sy,.tem are competitive with ceramic tile.

Salesmanship and Merehandising

8EF()RE-0ld tub (top), plain plaster walls. Row of single tiles had been set above tub top in effort to halt water damage to walls. Formica system completely cured this problem. Below: General view of old bathroom, showing dated toilet, sink and toilet paper holder. Contrast between old and new is remarkable.