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Do-lt-Yourself Sunroom

Sunroom kits featuring a framework of lightweight, curved plastic beams lbr easy do-it-yourself installation are new from Keolyn Plastics. lleams are made of durable loamed Lexan resin and shipped in 4-ft. lengths along with tinted plastic glazing panels. The beams bolt together with stainless steel hardware. The plastic panels are fitted into molded-in channels and sealed with extruded gaskets.

The sunrooms mav be attached to an outside wall or de'ck. No foundation is required.

Lift Truck Fork Ghecker

Calipers that quickly tell when lift truck forks are worn beyond limits recommended by the lndustrial Truck Association are available from Caterpillar Lift Trucks.

Introduced as a sal'e, inexpensive alternative to twine and braiding, the bands are said not to indent mouldings.

Also available are banding equipment, pallet stretch film, pallet wrapping equipment and lumber bags.

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The caliper's jaws have two pairs of points: an outer pair set bY an inspector to the fork's original thickness, and an inner pair "automatically" set to 90% of the original thickness. When the inner Points pass over a worn fork arm, wear has exceeded l0%.

The tools can be used for blade thicknesses up to 2-1/2 in.

Moulding Bands

Unique rubber bands designed to tightly hold together stacks of moulding are new from Henrich Packaging Co.

An inexpensive, clear plastic magnifier which attaches to thermostats to help visually impaired people to read or set the temperature is new from Honeywell. Made from optical-grade plastic, the magnifier snaps over the face of Honeywell's T87 round thermostat. The device can be removed for use as a general household magnifier.

and weatherprool, the low-profile roofs are said to feature no exposed screws or fasteners and require no framing for construction.

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Wallpaper Applicator

A new tool for applying wallpaper has been introduced by Ultimate Concepts.

Designed to eliminate time, mess and frustration, the Wallpaper Applicator reportedly can be used with about 900/o of the residential wallpapers sold, including all types of prepasted paper, borders and some types of non pre-pasted paper.

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Classic Millwork

A new series of architectural accents for entryways, featuring onepiece mantel and pediment units, has been introduced by Russell Enterprises.

Like-Wood accents are crafted of lightweight high density polyurethane and can be installed with construction adhesive, nails or screws. All millwork items are primed and painted with a white acrylic paint.

WMagnetic Rake

Magnetic sweepers designed to pick up iron and steel particles from shop floors, driveways and parkine lots are now available from Dowlini Miner Magnetics Corp.

Though they have the look ofreal wood, they are said not to shrink, rot, warp or split.

A classic 6 ft. high mantel is molded to each pediment. Six pediment styles are available, each in up to eight height and width combinations.

Safety Netting

The Baby Barrier, a safety device to prevent children from falling off decks, porches, stairs and balconies, is now available from Railnet.

Models include wheeled push sweepers or a heavy duty magnetic broom which can be connected to a handle or hung from the back of a forklift.

One Coat Stain

A unique exterior stain system which reportedly can be applied in one coat because it contains three times the solids of conventional stains has been introduced by Duckback Products Co.

Employing transoxide pigments, tung, paraffin and linseed oils. Duckback No. 1900 Superdeck is said to provide high durability where heavy foot traflic, sun and moisture are problems.

The stain allows the beauty of the wood to show through while penetrating, lubricating and nourishing the wood's fibers. It may be used on decks, siding, spa cabinets. rails. fencing. gazebos and exterior furniture.

Tough Trim Mouldings

A full line of wood-look, polyurethane trim is now available from Outwater Plastics.

Each piece is said to be dimensionally stable, uniform with deep relief and sharp detail, pre-primed, fire retardant, and resistant to shock. splitting, solvents, moisture and ultra violet deterioration.

wDecorlite Classic Trim is available in cornice mouldings, chair rail, panel mouldings, ceiling mouldings, wall light appliances, columns, capitals, pilasters, plinths and other configurations.

The durable netting comes in lengths from 5 to 40 ft.. is about 3 ft. wide and has extra grommets to adjust its size. It has sturdy edges to prevent ripping and screw eyes to secure it to walls, floors or railings.

A Few Cupolas

Five elegant new styles have been added to Webb Manufacturing's line of decorative ventilating cupolas. One bell-shaped, two pagodashaped and two steep-pitched roof models are available.

Keen Windows

An attractive yet affordable double hung wood window has been introduced by Heritage Windows.

The Monroe True Divided Lite double hung window features solid ponderosa pine construction, energy saving insulated glass, die cast brown metal cam action lock and continuous finger lift top and bottom sash. Both sashes tilt inward for easv cleaning.

The window is available in a variety of sizes in natural or prefinished white, adobe or mocha. It is also offered in TDL/SSB with a storm panel or one-over-one glass.

Inrtantly Inrtallcd Stongc

A new utility storage system featuring an exclusive locking device is now available from Selfix. lnc.

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Cover Up Klt

The Paper Taper Masking Machine kit by 3M helps apply masking tape and masking paper rolls accurately in one easy step.

Kits include the machine, one roll each of 6"- and 12"-wide x 20' long masking paper, two rolls of 3/4" x 120' tape, 6" cut off blade and 6" blade extension dispenser holder.

Fashlonable Vlnyl Floorlng

A new line of moderatelY Priced sheet vinyl flooring has been introduced by Armstrong World lndustries.

Space Works units can be assembled in less than l5 minutes without tools due to a simple locking design. The units come in two-shelf and four-shelf designs, each shelf holding up to 150 lbs.

Using the compact, lightweight durable plastic applicator can eliminate the practice of taping newspaper sections to a surface for protection. The masking paper protects against paint runs, roller mist and overspray.

The Vanguard Collection features two geometric patterns in a choice of 14 colors. They come in 6-ft. wide and l2-ft. wide continuous rolls with a clear, durable Solarian no-wax surface.

Canned Pump

Touch'n Patch from Convenience Products reportedly inflates and seals flat tires on cars, bikes or tractors in less than one minute.

3-Sided Hearth

The new Cove fireplace from Majestic Co. offers an outstanding view from three sides.

With its long, narrow shape, it can be used as a room divider. Features include glass doors framed with polished satin brass, allowing for nearly 13 sq. ft. of unobstructed fire-viewing while reducing ed or fiee-standing tbrm. Revolving pedestals for single doors and countertop versions are also offered.

Free hand samples that feature a steel door cutaway and a variety of frames are included.

Cornered In The Tub

Splash Guard, which helps to keep bathroom floors safe, dry and mildew-free by preventing shower splash, is new from Magic American Corp.

A molded white plastic corner has a self-adhesive anchor strip that permanently bonds to tiled tub walls. lt reportedly installs quickly and easily without putty or tools.

room heat loss up the open tlue, and fully refractory-lined firebox back and hearth for a custom masonry appearance.

A Dozen+ Door Displays

Fourteen different in-store door displays have been introduced by Castlegate.

The device helps to prevent floor and wall damage, and can be removed for cleaning.

Roll On The Floor

Upgraded versions of the mechanized roll racks for displaying do-ityourself sheet vinyl flooring have been introduced by Armstrong World Industries.

Premium Mldgs. and Millwork Bundled/Unitized/

The new merchandisers include feature-benefit cards, an estimating table, and product samples attached with velcro for easy replacement.

Super Bowlr

Vanity lavatories are now available in a range of neutral, solt tone solid colors and rugged aggregate colors from Swanstone.

space. f t measures 18" x 54-l/2" x 24-l /2" with 18" x 20" sample boards.

The other displays feature a larger sample size and a "hand carry" design.

Julce For Four

Quadplex, an easy-to-wire four outlet receptacle that eliminates the need for covers and wall plates, is new from Bryant Electric.

Trlm The Bark

A dog collar said to discourage pets flrom barking without harming them is new from Relco Industries.

Carrying a 25-year warranty against cracking, the lavatories come in a variety of single bowl, double bowl and offset bowl sizes.

Floor Samples

The introduction of a new spacesaving merchandiser for hardwood flooring completes BiWood lilooring's trio of displays: The BiWood Profit Center.

Constructed of lightweight, rugged Lexan, the outlets fit a variety of commonly used boxes. Only three terminations (line, neutral and ground) are required to energize all four outlets.

The PeaceMaker collar quickly senses excessive barking and emits an irritating high-frequency sound wave which only dogs can hear.

Hlgh Tech Lockset

A series of electronic locksets from Yale Security provides keyless entry in interior and protected exterior environments.

The streamlined unit showcases the entire product line while taking up only a small portion of floor

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HThe unit's receptacle and adapter plate can be used for flush mounting to l- and 2-gang device boxes or 4" square boxes with or without plater ring. For surface applications. it mounts directly to 4" square or octagon boxes and concrete octagon nngs.

The components are available in eight colors.

The locksets are microprocessor controlled, operating from a selfcontained, internal battery pack. Entry is achieved by entering a sixdigit memorized number on the keypad. When the correct combination is entered, the lockset unlocks for an adjustable period of time, ranging from four to l6 seconds.

The locksets are offered in six mortise lock configurations, with features such as a l" deadbolt, internal thumbturn and key override. Six knob styles, eight lever handle styles and eight architectural finishes are available.

Glear Cutting

RedMax has begun packaging goggles with all trimmers and brushcutters, both commercial and homeowner, to promote eye protection.