Booklet corresponding to a radio broadcast program created by the National Paint, Varnish, and Lacquer Association. The booklet discusses the purpose and history of the powder room and provides instruction for decorating a home's powder room. Describes the decorative treatments applied to several different powder rooms for inspiration. For example, suggests installing two sets of lights in a powder room, one daylight and the other evening light, in order to view oneself in both settings. Includes small stylized illustrations throughout and decorated covers.

The National Paint, Oil and Varnish Association, Inc. was formed in 1933 and was the national professional association representing all branches of the paint, oil, and varnish industries.