NEW PR DUCTS

And Selected Soles Oids

Flexler Mouldlngs

Superflex flexible moulding featuring greater flexibility, bendability and strength has been developed by Flex Moulding, Inc.

The product can be nailed, drilled, cut, glued, painted, stained or antiqued in the same manner as wood. lt can also be made fire-retardant or fire proofed.

Treated & Sealed

MellcoSeal weather stabilized lumber from Mellco utilizes new technologies to significantly improve the durability and long term appearance of treated wood used in outdoor structures.

As the weather changes, conventional treated wood contracts and expands, which may result in cracking, twisting and warping. But MellcoSeal's paraflin-based stabilizers are infused into each piece of southern yellow pine during the treating process, binding around the wood fibers and equalizing the rate of absorption and evaporation.

Consequently, the product does not require annual applications of surface sealants.

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Cabinet Door Displays

A cut-away cabinet display and a door carousel merchandiser are now available from Kemper.

The first includes a base cabinet and plexiglass top panel. Base cabinet segments are cut away, enabling a view of the all wood drawer and drawer front construction, cabinet corner cut-away from the door, and l/2" plywood end panels.

The carousel utilizes only 30" width and depth offloor space to accommodate twelve 15" x21" sample doors on a rotary base.

Offering a visual texture on a smooth surface, the panels now come in soft printed patterns such as Maple Frost, Berry Frost and Silver Frost. They also offer rugged, functional grooves and a surlace finish that reportedly resists damage and cleans up easily.

The new series finishes are available on Displawall 2000 and 5000 with pvc-reinforced grooves, Displawall 6000 with aluminum reinforced grooves, and Displawall 7000 with steel reinflorcement.

Fog-Free Bath Mirrors

Thermotron Never-Fog bathroom mirrors are new from Hoyne Industries.

Their flat. flexible thermal heating element reportedly requires less energy than a 50 watt lightbulb. Both plug-in and hardwire versions offer easy installation using any 120 volt connection.

More than 25 different shapes and sizes are offered, all using high quality 1/4" float glass with double wide beveled edges.

Door, Window Or Wall?

The Opening Glass Wall, an exterior bi-folding door system permitting openings up to 12' for more access, space and light, has been developed by Nana Windows & Doors.

Multifunctional as a single entry door, swinging double French doors or exterior bifolds, the system features European styling and American construction. Included are brass, anodized bronze or white hardware: multiple-point locking system; insulated glazing; unique sealing system, and rabbetted construction usins select grade Douglas fir.

Versatile Sheathing

Four-Wall structural and nonstructural sheathing designed for use as a structural corner brace, wall sheathing or draft stop on exterior walls of wood frame construction has been introduced by Masonite.

The sheathing can also be used as a non-structural roof deckine and underlayment for use with coicrete and clay roofing tiles and wood shake roofing in conjunction with spaced sheathing.

Hardwood Lawn Set

Ready-to-assemble Garden Club outdoor benches, chairs and tables are now available from Far East American.

Tagalong Tanks

A Bar-B-Que Back-Up kit from Turner allows users to finish cookins after the main propane tank has rui out of fuel.

The kit consists of a one-piece, all brass valve; l6-oz. propane cylinder, and a wire attachment to allow the mandated volatile organic compounds emission regulations, in addition to providing long-lasting beading power to prevent water damage, cylinder to stand alone or hang from the main 20-lb. tank. Only an adjustable wrench is required for installation.

They feature solid Asian oak, mortise and tenon construction, reinforced joints, anodized steel hardware, and a hand-rubbed oil finish with a clear lacquer seal.

Sizes are 48" or 48-3/4" bv 96" or 108". Non-standard sizes come in dimensions utilizing the full48" width to a maximum length of 185".

It comes in three color-coded grades.

Safe Stains

Cuprinol Deck Stain and Stain & Wood Preservative Red Can have been developed to meet tough new environmental standards by Darworth Co.

The products comply with state- oil-base protection, and lightfast pigments to resist fading.

The VOC-compliant line also includes Cuprinol No. 20 Clear Wood Preservative, Clear Wood Seal and Concrete Seal.

Simple Steps

Steptread bolt-on-to-wood precast concrete stair treads are new from Stepstone Inc.

Combining the aesthetics of wood stringers with the durability of precast concrete treads, the stair system uses mounting angles, lags, bolts, washers and a cover to protect them during construction,

A variety of standard colors, finishes and custom colors are offered.

Super Grearer

A cleaner designed to quickly and easily remove grease, oil and grime from driveways, g,arage floors, patios, sidewalks and other outdoor surfaces is new from National lnterchem Corp.

When applied, the product is chemically absorbed by the surface substrate, causing the grease and oil to float to the surface. where it can be flushed clean by rinsing. The biodegradable product is said not to clog or foam sewers or pipes.

It can also be used to clean barbecue grills, lawnmowers and garbage cans and as a "pre-soak" to remove weather and wear stains from outdoor furniture. labrics and carpeting.

The cleaner comes in a 20-oz. plastic container with a push pull cap.

Gazebo To Go

A western red cedar gazebo kit which includes everything but the nails and the stain is now available from Sitka Forest Products.

Pre-cut kits have color-coded materials to construct a l0-ft. or l2-ft. wide, six-sided gazebo, including all floor framing, floor sheathing, walls, roof framing, roof sheathing, roofing, pre-fabricated ridge cap, and optional cupola.

Gutter lnserts

Vinyl gutter liners from I)r. (iutter can stop leaks and save 751h over replacing old, rusted gutters.

Rolls of the l0 mil pvc white vinyl insert are measured, cut, re-rolled and slid under gutter spikes. until the material reaches a corner. ('ompanion pieces are attached to avoid seams.

Waiting For A Flood

Floodwatch water sensor from Sonin detects the onset of high water conditions as a result of rain. leaks. appliance failure or faulty plumbing.

Operating on one standard 9v battery, the device includes two high impact plastic parts: a main unit housing the detection circuitry, 85 decibel alarm and battery, and a smaller unit providing the water contacts and cable attachment.

Other features include a circuit test bar, low battery indicator, and built-in suction cup to adhere to suitable surfaces.

The device can also be used as a watchman for filling tubs, sinks, spas or pools to sound when the water reaches the desired level.

Decorative Beam Line

Decorative beams covered with a durable hardwood woodgrain laminate for designer treatment of walls, ceilings and windows have been introduced by Outwater Plastic Industries.

Foundation For Brick

Do-it-yourself permanent plastic brick-laying guides from Argee help create patios, walkways and driveways quickly and professionally.

The 16" x l6" Patio Palguides are said to assure alignment of brick rows, block out weed growth, guarantee spacing and pattern of bricks, and feature holes for complete drainage.

To install, patterns are interlocked on a sand base. Bricks are then placed into the guides, joints are filled and the surface misted. Guides come l0 to a pack.

View With A Point

The precision-cut beams are crafted in a honey pine-grained finish and contain an embossed rough sawn texture. To install, beams are folded around 2x4s and then fastened into place with colormatched nails.

They can be painted, stained or varnished.

An equal sided triangle window that can be custom ordered to fit any rough opening up to 60 sq. ft. has been added to Andersen's PermaShield Flexiframe line.

The Isosceles Triangle window features white or Terratone-colored low maintenance exterior and unfinished white pine interior.

Wood Properties Computer

A new portable E-computer from vides quick, convenient and accurate wood material properties.