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A red heart shape phone has been introduced by International Telephone Systems.

Designed to wipe clean with a damp cloth, they have raised rims to inhibit spills. No tools are required for assembly.

A modern whirlpool bath employing contoured, flowing edges instead of traditional souared corners is now available from Jacuzzi.

A blower unit draws air into the system at a rate ofup to 60 cu. ft. per minute and forces the air into heat tubes located in the flames. The air is heated and jetted lhroughout the room by specially-designed nozzles. For safety, the blower housing insulation conlains no asbestos and the electrical cord is heat insulated. The furnace is equipped with a manual light, variable flame control with an on/off switch for seasonal control and a built-in sand pan for heat and flame distribution.

The case is made of ABS plastic and on the bottom isa foldable mouthpiece with a sensitive hook switch.

It is available in pulse or touch dialine with last number redial and a reselfunction (pulse model only). Also included are a variety of greeting cards.

A set of three portable plastic tables which occupy only the space of one table when stacked for storage is new from Stylette in white. almond and brown.

With a shell made of high-gloss acrylic reinforced with fiberglass, the Aero comes with contoured reclining backrests and multi-leveled sculptured seating which includes a molded lounge seat and an integral step on the inside.

Other features are a spout which creates adazzling waterfall effect as it recirculates water into the spa, two built-in front loading filters/skimmers, four directionally-adjustable whirlpool jets, a silent air control system, a safety suction device, controls concealed by a smoked acrylic cover, full foaminsulation, a custom-fitted rigid thermal cover, a redwood wrap-around skirt, a low voltage underwater light, and a builtin heater with temperature control. Available in a full range of colors, the 84" long x 76" wide x 30" high spa comfortably accommodates up to seven people.

The unit is placed in the firebox, plugged into a standard outlet and connected to a g;as supply for easy installation. lt accepts any standard cement or ceramic logs of appropriate size.

A new plumbing system said to be cost-efficient, quick-to-install, and dependable has been introduced by Brass-Craft.

The Poly-Lock system involves inserting polybutylene pipe into a special fitting and then tightening the nut with a wrench.

The process is said to offer a higher insulation factor and improved resistance to freezing, corrosion, and banging and clanging.

New insulated raised panel steel garage doors oflering quiet, easy operation and an attractive, stylish appearance have been introduced by Wayne-Dalton Corp.

Thermowayne 34 doors offer a strong, compact sandwich of steel skins with integral struts containing a solid polyurethane core, while a "U" shaped bottom seal helps block air infiltration at the floor.

An embossed, woodgrain, raised panel outer surface has a baked-on white prime coat ready for paint. The design facilitates cleaning, eliminating pockets and corners where dust and dirt can collect.

wallpapered and is available in slim or broad size.

A new 8" x 8" ceramic tile line in six colors has been introduced by Wenczel Tile Co.

New trademarks identifying treating grades of plywood are now in use by American Plywood Association member mills.

The "Treating Grade" and "Foundation Treating Grade" trademarks identify products suitable for pressure preservative treating. Only panels meeting requirements of the product specification for treating grade plywood may bear these trademarks, according to the American Plywood Association.

A new finish designed for quick and easy d-i-y restoration of textured ceilings to their original beauty has been introduced by Beadex Manufacturing Co.

Other features include the moisture resistance of steel, noncorrosive hinges with self-tapping, galvanized fasteners, extension or torsion spring installation, and an optional auto-latch locking system with keyed-in handle.

A wallboard finishing trim for installation at the junction between the walland the ceiling is new from CSR Inc.

A curved cornice made of plaster encased in a strong linerboard, Gypcove simplifies room construction by covering the wall/ceiling joint and reducing the time and effort required to produce precise right angles at the joint. It also eliminates the need to tape and mud finish the junction.

The product also reduces maintenance costs by reportedly eliminating potential cracking and lifting along the joints and the shrinkage, settling, expansion and contraction commonly associated with tape and mud.

Compatible with most surfaces, it can be painted, textured or

When coordinated with other Wenczel lines for walls, backsplashes and counters, 42 color combinations are available. Called Impressions, the tile can also be used on any interior wall surface. Also available is 4" x 8" trim for use as a baseboard. threshold or wainscot.

An insulating panel for hidden attic stairway doors is new from Stripe Energy Seal.

Stairshield is fitted with an electro-plated metal mounting frame so it can be slid onto the door, installing without screws or nails.The foam insulation panel has an R-factor of 4.17 and a density of 1.5 lbs. per cubic ft.

Unlike latex paints which can often dissolve ceiling textures, allowing stained and soiled areas to telegraph through, Texture Fresh becomes a part of the texture.

Not a paint, but a specially formulated, highly reflective coating, it is applied with a long nap paint roller or brush. Paint thinners and solvents allow easy clean up.

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A new juvenile clock line including three alarm and three wall clocks has been introduced by Spartus Corp.

unique sonic-welding process to a structural foam handle.

The compact, shrink-wrapped boxes, designed to be pegboardhung or bin-stacked, are packed l0 to a carton.

Fancy Cut Decorative Cedar Shingles are now available in a new smaller retail package from Shakertown.

New door chimes with a unique tonal bar material to produce a superior chime sound are available from Maple Chase Co.

The line features primary colors and whimsical shapes while emphasizing education and decorative themes rather than faddish licensed names.

Models include a wall clock that helps children tell time, recognize colors, spell and read, and the Happy Face, a round analog quartz bedside alarm.

Two complete wallcovering tool kitsone for wallpaper, the other for vinyl - are now available from Allway Tools.

Each kit includes a paste brush, smoother, seam roller, break-a-way blade knife, chalk, plumb bob, chalk line. and instruction booklet. The vinyl and wallpaper kits are identical except for the length of the bristles on the smoother.

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Chimex chimes also feature lighted push buttons with 50,000hour bulbs, a two-note chime for the front door and a one-note chime for the rear door.

A spray adhesive specifically for wallcoverings has been introduced by Custom Building Products.

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Used to cover switchplates, outlet covers and A/C vents. it is as easy as spraying the object, adhering the wallcovering directly to it, and trimming off the excess.

A new consumer class linetimmer equipped with a l6 cc twocycle engine, flex-shaft, bump-feed twin line trimming head and "D" handle is from Sachs-Dotmar.lt is designed for homeowners with moderate trimming jobs.

Router bits can now be displayed in a handsome wooden cabinet from Henry L. Hanson, Inc.

products which primarily reduce the flow of heat and heated air, the foil-bubble laminate reflects the thermal energy which passes through conventional materials. It uses two polished aluminum surfaces separated by encapsulated air, which reduces conductive heat transfer.

Reportedly, it will retain as much as 970/o of radiant energY in winter and gain only 3% of solar heat in summer.

The merchandiser features 82 pieces of 60 different sku's, with enough storage space for 80 additional bits. The 23" wide x 27" high and 10" deep cabinet is made to provide maximum imPact in minimum space.

Also included are shaPe and identification label and price strips to mark each bit, a four color header with photo of the product in use and list of its benefits, and an easy-to-read chart behind the header for retailer reference.

An ergonomically designed nursery knife which conforms to the shape of the hand has been developed by Fiskars Manufacturing Co.

For more information on New Products wrile Building Products Digest, 4500 Campus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660.

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A hinged window cover to protect against basement window break-ins is new from Cadillac Plastic.

A double Lexan panel, which lets light in, opens to permit full use of the existing window for ventilation, permits fast emergency escape, insulates against heat and cold, and may be decorated to complement any decor.

The durable comfort-curved handle and stainless steel blade make the tool dishwasher safe. Designed for precision pruning of delicate, soft-stemmed plants, the knife comes in bright optic orange for easy identification.

Reflective insulation emPloYing a matrix of specially formulated polyethylene air bubbles sandwicheO between layers of 99% Pure aluminum foil has been introduced bv Reflectix. Inc.

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Said to be virtually impenetrable,the steel basic frame has a hinged steel cover fitted with two sheets of Lexan. lt reportedlY can be installed in 15 minutes or less using only a drill and hammer. Standard finish is greystone semigloss baked epoxy.

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