Those in the cell who could afford to buy old plastic paint cans of water bathed every other morning.

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But when people move house, they tend to buy tins of paint, new curtains, carpets and furniture, pushing up consumer spending.

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As Main Street struggles to rebuild after Hurricane Sandy, with homeowners and contractors rushing off to buy lumber, studs and paint, shares of Home Depot have seen only a modest gain.

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