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Originally Posted by Torplexed
Judging by the appearance of the cabins, somebody better bring a rack of mops and several gallons of Pledge.
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"To minimize the risk of fire, the designers of
United States used no wood in the ship's framing, accessories, decorations or interior surfaces."
Makes me wonder if they didn't use wood just what did they use? No need for Pledge!
IMO though they probably can't readily scrap the hulk for the same reason they can't turn it into a public museum. Asbestos and other nasty hazards used in great quantities when she was built.
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