NEW PR DUCTS

And Selected Sotes Ofds

P.E.T. Redwood Studs

Precision end-rimned redwood studs are now available ftom tbe Pacific Lumber Co.

Acceprcd rnd€r thc Uniform Building Code, tbc 2x4arld2x6 green redwood suds arc said to stay straigbter, yard better and nail easier than sudsmade from other species. Redwood's inherent dimensional stability also will help conracbrs provide straighter walls with lcss effort.

Lengths initially available include 92-114",96" and lM1/4" P.E.T. Each banded unit is end-painted.

The IO158 features a minimummaximum temp€ratute memory display, sleek design and easy-o-read numbers.

Flerible Masking Tape

flsil-lVln'qk, flexible painter's tape to prcvide clean edges w[66 mqskirrg the most difficult cuflel and tigbtest comers, is new hom tesa taDe irc.

Tbe ape features 5O%-plus elongatim for higb flexibility. An aggressive adbesive compound makes it

Engineered stiles and rells are joined in an edgc-glued, fingerjoint construction to provide higb dlmensional stability. Panels are deslgned to prevent splitting-tbrough for the life of the door.

Dlgltal Thermometer

A rew large display digital indoor/ outdoor thermometer is now available ideal formasking a wide range of surfaces from smooth interior walls to rough exterim briclcwork. Its paper construction reportedly makes it easy to work with as it t€ars cleanly for fast application and removes easily with no rcsidue.

Head-Turning Mini-Lathe

A compact swivel head lathe made of solid cast iron to provide the smooth running ciaracteristics of full size lathes is new ftom Record Tmls.

With an overall length of just 26" and a capacity of 12" between @nt€trs, the RPML300C Compact features three speeds and a l/3 hp induction capacitor start motor. Bowls up O 81/2" diameter can be turned over its bed. Swiveling the head to one side provides 14" c4acity.

Available only in completely assembled units, the exterior doors are made ftom kilndried premiun grade Douglas fir in a wide range of standard sizes. Doors, sidelights and ransoms offer numerous glass designs and options.

Seamless Transitions

Paneling seam tapes and accent border tapes ar€ now available to coordinate with Gemgia-Paciftc's Paper Works Colloction of pre-hung wallpaper panellng.

Matching the line's ll styles of paneling, the seam tapes and borders (sold separately) have a self-stick backing to apply to the paneling without messy pastes or glues.

cut ln on The Band

Dremel's new. 10", two-speed band saw brings the power and cutting ability of higho priced band saws to the home workshop in a convenient, competitively priced benchtop design.

The Model 1120 band saw feafires a superior two-wheel design to provide befier blade tracking and reduce blade breakage. Crowned and precision balanced die cast aluminum wheels minimize vibration. The ll2 hp motor provides ample power at high o low speeds to cut a variety of materials including wood, plastics and light non-ferrous metals.

The tool accommodates blades ll8"-112" wide and '72'-74" long. Blade tension can be set in one step by using a built-in tension scale. An adjustable upper blade guard feafires

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Its 13-ll2 sq. in. rugged die cast aluminum table tilts from -6" to 45" for angle cuts. Table angles are set by using the built-in degree scale. Other table features: a miter slot and predrilted holes in each of the four corners for attaching jigs for special pro- jeca. The blade removal slot is positioned to the side of the blade instead of in front of iL so the blade can be cbanged without having to remove the optional rip fence atrachment

The one-piece, die cast aluminum frame is engineered to maximize stability during cutting and minimize distoftion when the saw is under load" A 2-114" dust collection port is built into the frarrre, along with a mount for an optional gooseneck work lamp. The heavy cast iron base has holes for mounting to a work bench or to the optional standneg set. The up-front pow€r swirch has a hole for a padlock to prevent unauthorized operation.

Fine Vinyl Openings

The Astoria Collection, vinyl windows and patio doors with clean, sleek lines that complement any project and meet the most demanding energy codes, has been inroduced by Louisiana-Pacific.

Wood-Look Steel Door

The Acclaim ste€l entry door ftom Challenge Door Co. reportedly provides the look and feel of wood.

The wood look and feel is achieved by baking a 10-mil coating of liquid vinyl onto the 24 gauge steel panel, creating an embossed woodgrain pattern and staining the surface.

An all wood frane between exterior and interior surface panels eliminates metal-to-metal themnl transfer. Inside, the door is a solid, high density, polystyrene insulating core that reportedly exceeds current energy efficiency standards fu residential construction.

Made with a new generation of stonger, modified PVC, they reportedly resist rust, rot, scratches and dents. The windows and patio doors are structumlly stable, rigid and virtually maintenance-ftee.

The exterior doors are available in flush, panel and patio designs with a number of decorative glass designs.

Tparurud Gheet

A unlque medicine cabinet organlzer from Rx for Organization reportedly creates up to 40% more usable space and more efficient storage.

witb double-faced adhesive.

In traller cabinets (23" high, inside), tle top becomes an additional full sbelf. It fits into shorter size cabinets by snapping off t[e top section. A l/2' snap-off edge on the open left side accommodates virtually all widths of built-in medicine cabinets.

Graffiti Be Gone

Mister Stripper Graffiti Remover from CMR Industries sprays on, so graffiti may be wiped off immediately.

Its industrial sr,ength foflnula re-

BulHlng and other smooth surfaces. It is not recommended for PVC, polystyrene or automotive finishes.

Safe to use because it contains no methylene chloride or methanol, it comes in quarts, gallons, five-gallon and 55 gallon drums.

Cable Gllp

A new lighweigbt cable clip ftmr T-Plastoch Inc. allows elecrical cmtractom to bundle cable in compliance with new national electrical codes.

Made of bigh-impact, recyclable polystyrene, the Organizer includes adjustable shelves witb special features to organize hard-o-store items such as toothpast€, toothbrushes, razors and tubes. It is installed by secrring it to tbe back of the cabinet portedly removes paint, ink, dyes, shoe polish, crayon, lipstick, etc., from vinyl and aluminum siding, painted wood and metal, fiberglass

After Kwik-Klip is slid onto the stapled first cable run, additional cables (such as tv and telephone wire) are pusbed in. Clips do not need to be naile( stapled or othenlise fastened to the surd.