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NEW PR DUCTS
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Mouldlng lmprovemente
Clearwood oak mouldings have been reintroduced by l)G Mouldings with inrproved seal and prinre coat lbrnrulations and new techniques for applying grain and enrbossing. Its three-stage, liquid-applied process produces fingerjoint nrouldings with a clear appearance, ready to stain or paint without additional sanding. Unlike conventional nrouldings, it is said to stain unifornrly fronr end-toend and piece-to-piece.
Upgraded Openings
Care-Free vinyl single-hung windows from General Aluminum Products are now offered with thicker glass, improved screen design and outside glazing for a tighter seal and
The 4' x 8' and 2' x 8' panels are constructed of No. I select graded southern yellow pine, bonded with durable, high quality T.R. Miller fasteners.
The panels can be painted, stained or left unfinished to naturallv turn to a driftwood gray.
Garage Door Display
A compact display showcasing samples of various garage door patterns is available from Stanley Doors.
Take-home literature may be stocked in two built-in slots on either side of the display.
Walnrcot Klte
Wainscot kits containing plank paneling plus base and chair rail moufding to cover l5-l12 sq. ft. of wall space are now available from Georgia-Pacific.
Planks are pre-cut to wainscot height and the moulding is rabbetted for a better fit.
Kits weigh l2 lbs., measure 65" long and 7-l/4" wide and are packaged with a protective cardboard backing.
Offered are knotty pine edge-andcenter bead design with pine moulding and clear knotty cedar narrow vgroove design with cedar moulding.
Elllptlcal Oak Trangomr
Elliptical oak transoms featuring brass-camed, triple-glazed glass patterns to beautify raised entryway ceilings are now offered by Bennett lndustries.
extended life of inside glazing tape. Options on the 150 Series include Low-E solar glass, decorative grids, bronze tint and patterned privacy glass.
Lattice For A Lifetime
Wolmanized pressure treated lattice from T.R. Miller offers a lifetime guarantee against wood decay and termite damage.
Cames are sandwiched between two panes of clear glass, protecting the brass with virtually no maintenance and adding extra insulation. The transoms are designed to complement the Valencia series of doors and sidelites.
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In & Out Awning
Easy-to-operate retractable patio awnings from Pease Industries can be extended or retracted in minutes.
When retracted, awnings are stored under a home's overhang or in an optional, self-storing aluminum hood.
They are custom-made to any width up to l9 ft., with an extension of either 8 or l0 ft. They are offered in l4 colors and a variety ofpatterns. Options include a wind sensor to automatically retract the awning in strong winds and a sun sensor to automatically extend it in bright sunlight.
Moulding Menagerie
"Like-Wood" exterior and interior mouldings are now available in over 60 styles ranging from basic flat trim to highly ornate egg and dart designs from Russell Enterprises. Made of pre-formed, high densitY polyurethane, they come in a variety of lengths and widths.
Door Trim Kits
Hardwood door trim sets from House of Fara feature decorative rosette blocks to eliminate diflicult 45'angle cuts required with standard moulding.
Each kit includes a 40" long header, two 7" side pieces and two rosette blocks, all in poplar or red oak.
Open To A Sale
An easy-to-carry case that opens to become a self-standing point-ofpurchase display for vinyl and aluminum custom residential windows is new from Season-All.
Key selling points are listed under an actual sample of either a vinyl or aluminum double-hung window.

Great OutDoors
A new line of upscale storm/ screen doors featuring distinctive etched glass patterns has been introduced by the Chamberlain Group. Features reportedly include 3-l/2" wide, l-l/2" thick, rustproof, foam-filled mainframe; rich brass hardware with outside keyed lock
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Take Your Base
Rubber cove base from Endura is said to be easy to work with, esPecially around corners, but still heavy enough to hide imperfections at the base of most walls.
The l/8" thick, 4" high base reportedly has a high resistance to scratches and will not shrink. Its unique design and dense color formulation permit it to be molded around exterior corners without the white show-through common with other cove base when bent 90".
It is available in l5 standard colors with a semi-gloss finish.
Curved Glass Bows
Curved glass bow windows are now available in single hung, picture unit and combination assemblies from Marvin Windows.
Weatherstripping at the headers, check rails and bottom rails minimizes air infiltration. Dual-sealed insulating glass is standard. And glass is held in place with wood bead stoPs which are removable so the windows may be reglazed. A statuary bronze sash lock provides security.
and inside thumbturn deadbolt; magnetic refrigerator-type weatherstripping; 5" steel hinge Pins and nylon bushings for quiet door opening and closing; four hidden, interlocking hingesl 5" steel pins and nylon bushings that never need lubrication; vinyl sweep and brush which conform to any threshold for a strong seal against draft and dust, and solid, mitered corners reinforced with heavy duty corner braces that produce a tight fit and Prevent sagglng.
The Lifetime collection includes three models.
Bows are offered in bare wood or primed for paint finish.
Standard-sized windows are manufactured to a 6-ft, radius. Single hung assemblies come in 27 standard sizes, including two, three and four-wide units. Single hung/picture combinations are available up to three units wide in 30 standard sizes.
Glarsy Bay
Hand-beveled glass and solid brass detailing are now offered in JX7 bay and bow casement windows from Wenco.
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Hlt The Showert
Shower Veil Neo-Angle doors constructed from virtually unbreakable polycarbonate - the same material used in airplane and race car windshields - are new from Lyons Industries.

The beveled, brass-detailed glass is sandwiched between two layers of protective glass, making the window energy elTicient and easy to clean. The casement offered in ponderosa pine is also available with a clad frame.
Packed To the Corners
A rounded, continuous hanging corner shelf has been designed for closet organizer systems by Lee/ Rowan.
TrayMate from S.S. Manufacturing lmport/Export Co. lits securely on the arm of most upholstered furniture, patio furniture or even wheelchairs.
The shower doors have no bottom track to provide easy entry and cleaning. They come in two sizes (36" and 42") in white, almond or black trim with bronze or clear panels.
Safety In Numbers
Available in l2-in. depths, the product allows shelves to be finished in a stylized fashion while fully utilizing corners to avoid wasted space.
Replacing tv trays and lap trays, the device attaches and removes easily without tools and can be folded flat for storage. Its 13" x 9-l/2" surface is embossed and compartmentalized.
The trays are constructed of plastic and available in off white and dove gray.