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Flexible Mouldings

Stainable, paintable flexible mouldings that can be cut, shaped or sanded are new from Braided Accents.

Flex Mouldings are installed with super glue, not staple guns.

The various mouldings feature an attractive woodgrai n surface.

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Quiet, Please

Milgard Windows has introduced windows that reportedly reduce outside noises in homes in areas near airports or freeways.

lmproved Gypsum Panels

The next generation of Sheetrock gypsum panels is available from USG Corp.

Reportedly, the panels snap more crisply and cleanly, creating edges that require less rasping and preparation time, particularly around doors, windows and electrical outlets.

The product's added strength reduces flexing, which can result in core breakage, plus, when stored properly, the panels won't warp or become wavy.

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The Sky's The Limit

Solatube International has redesigned its 10" skylight and updated its 14" model.

Brighten Up tubular skylights reportedly capture and redirect low angle light for enhanced performance on cloudy days and during early morning and late afternoon hours.

The 10" unit can be used in bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, walk-in closets and home offices. and the 14" model is suitable for living rooms, stairwells and entryways.

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Steel Garage Doors

Garage doors made from heavyduty steel, some that reportedly withstand high winds, are available from Holmes Garage Door Co.

Who's That Tapping?

A tool for tapping pressurized steam, air and natural gas lines up to 150 psi and water lines up to 500 psi is new from Ridgid Tool Co.

RT-3422 allows users to install 3/4" to 2" branch lines while a line is under pressure.

The product can be used on steel, copper, cast iron, ductile iron and PVC pipes and carries a lifetime warranty.

Quiet Line windows feature dual sash glazing with vinyl frames and can be soecified with a Sound Transmissibn Class range of 40 to 4'7, the latter providing higher sound reduction.

The product comes in white or almond and is available in several styles, including sliders, double hung, casement and picture windows.

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Rub-A-Dub-Dub Bath Pals

A collection of bath accessories that match Aladdin faucets and fittings is new from Barand.

Canyon Cove Wall Mounts include a robe hook, towel ring, bath tissue holders, soap holder, tumbler/toothbrush holder, and 18" and 24" towel bars and glass shelves.

The solid brass products come in five different finishes and have a lifetime warranty.

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Gold, Silver and Bronze Series garage doors are hot dipped galvanized during manufacturing, followed by a baked-on primer and a polyester top coat.

The products come with l0-, l5year and lifetime wilranties.

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Display lt Safe

Kuehn Bevel has introduced a new display with accompanying literature for its decorative edge moulding product line.

The display showcases edges in laminate, solid surface and hardwood and can be hung on a wall or used freestanding.

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Hammer Away

Soft face hammers with fiberslass reinforced composite bodies are aiailable from Nupla Corp.

Non-sparking, non-magnetic SPI Impax Soft Face Hammers come with six or eight interchangeable striking faces and weigh 6 oz. to 8 lbs.

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Pipe Dreams

Hilti has introduced a product that reportedly makes pipe installation simple.

Speed Lock Clevis' unique locking device allows the lower bow to swins out of the way, no longer requirin! clevis disassembly and reassembly durine installation.

PVC Brick Moulding

Crane Products Ltd. has introduced cellular PVC brick moldins that reportedly won't absorb waterbr rot like conventional wood moldine.

PermaChoice allegedly iesists mold, mildew, pollutants and insects.

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Looking Mighty Trim Indeed

Water repellent treated exterior composite trim that comes with a 25year limited warranty is new from Masonite Corp.

MiraTec is reversible, smooth on one side, textured on the other side

When the pipe is in position, the lower bow is pushed back into the product, completing the installation.

The product is FM-approved and UL- and Ulc-listed.

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Siding With A Hem, No Haw

CertainTeed Corp. has introduced siding with a rolled-over nailing hem that doubles the hem thickness, creating a reinforcing spine.

RigidForm reportedly withstands severe weather conditions and allows a straighter, more consistent application on the wall.

Depending upon the model, the product meets winds from 135-235 mph and comes in various colors and wood-tone blends.

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Loose Screws? Not Here

Faspac Inc. has introduced a screw for new composite lumber products.

Fastap Poly2 fasteners reportedly eliminate the need for predrilling and give a tight, secure fit.

The product also allegedly eliminates finishing by containing the trash material, providing a clean countersink and enabling future removal for repairs or replacement.

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May The Fir Be With You

Weather Shield Window and Doors has added American fir to its Custom Wood Interiors windows.

American fir is designed for classic and county settings, kitchens and family rooms.

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These Panels Will Floor You

An OSB flooring panel with a t&g design that adds strength, rigidity and soundproofing to floors is new from Louisiana-Pacific Canada Ltd.

Double Lock S System comes in 7/8" and l-1l8" thicknesses that sive optimum results at24" and,32" spins.

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The l6' long product comes primed, ready for painting and can be installed around windows. doors. corners, porches and rooflines.

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Mould Faithful

Architectural Products has introduced decorative mouldines made from premium grade. solid w-ood core harvested from managed, renewable Iorests.

Wood Plus+ is fused with a durable bonding that can be painted without priming and is suitable for glazing or faux-finishing.

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Roof Sealant

A rapidly curing, long lasting, seamless rubber sealant membrane has been introduced by Urecoats Industries Inc.

Urecoats 100 is made from urethanes, recycled tire rubber and other additives and can be sprayed on existing roofing substrates.

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This Adhesive Rocks

An adhesive that sets moisture-sensitive green and black marble and granite is new from Custom Building Products.

Marble & Granite Stone Setting Adhesive's fast setting, self-drying formula reportedly inhibits warping and staining.

The product mixes with water, allows grouting in two hours, and can be applied to interior concrete, backerboard, drywall, exterior grade plywall and tile.

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Square Frame Of Mind

A folding framing square that locks in the 90" position every time is new from Ercon, Inc.

ASquare 4516 is configured with the lips on the edge of the work surface so it can be used as a saw guide. The product offers easy angle layout up to 60".

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Six For The Saw

Six fast-cutting, dry sawing high speed blades for hand-held and low horsepower walk-behind diamond sawing applications are new from Hilti.

Super Premium and Premium blades come in two sizes and cut a wide range of materials.

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A Gazebo Fit For A Kinq

A l0' diameter, virgin vinyl gazebi that reportedly is maintenance free, and impervious to bad weather is new from Royal Crown. Ltd.

Royal Gazebo's overlapping panels recreate the look of a traditional shake roof and its extruded octagonal posts replicate the craftsmanship of the original structures.

A UV inhibitor protects the product from the sun's rays and its rustproof aluminum infrastructure offers strength and stability.

Sold in kit form, the gazebo can be assembled over concrete or slab within hours usins standard woodworkins tools.

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Lighten Up

Progress Lighting offers a new line of fixtures, including chandeliers, close-to-ceiling lighting and wall sconces.

The Renaissance Collection features white washed alabaster decorated glass and an elegantly swirled design.

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Boring, But Far From Dull

Wood boring bits for drilling between tightly spaced studs and other confined areas are new from American Tool Cos.. Inc.

BASEMENT. FOUNDATION DRAINS

ROAD CULVERTS

STORM SEWERS

CHEMICAL PROCESS SEWERS

SAND.PEBBLE SEWER TREATMENT BEDS

CONSTRUCTION DE.WATERING

LANDFILL DRAINAGE & GAS RELIEF

Speedbore20OO bits reportedly enable contractors drill straighter, precise holes in tight spaces and come l/2",3/4" and l" widths.

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Softwood Pact Under Attack

A bipartisan resolution calling for discontinuation of the four-year-old U.S./Canada Softwood Lumber Agreement has been sponsored by 32 Congressmen.

Resolution 252 calls for termination of the pact when it expires April l, 2001, "with no extension or further quota agreement," and urges the President to "continue discussions with the government of Canada to promote open and competitive trade between the United States and Canada for softwood lumber," and to "consult with all stakeholders, including consumers of softwood lumber products, in future discussions regarding the open trade of softwood lumber between the United States and Canada."

Critics of the treaty say it has increased lumber and home prices, contributed to wild swings in the supply and price of lumber, and discourages, instead ofencourages, free trade.

"The Canadian quota agreement was presented as managed trade, but it has been mismanaged trade and worse," says retailer Tom Ross, chairman of the National Lumber & Building Material Dealers Association. "We are enthusiastic about the

Concunent Resolution to end mismanaged trade and return to the American public free trade market conditions that will support affordable housing."