NEW PR DUCTS

And Selected Soles Oids

One For The Grlpper

An organizer that uses gravity to force its steel scissorlike armatures into a tight gripping position is new from Organizer, lnc.

Objects are removed by pushing up to release the armatures.

The organizers may be purchased and mounted separately or together in specially designed, extruded aluminum. wall-mounted rails. Rails come in 18" lengths and hold up to four organizers, each able to slide into any desired position within the rail.

Organizers are constructed from high density plastic, while the metal load-bearing armatures are cold-rolled steel. plated wth zinc to prevent rust and centered by a sturdy control ring. A 2" vinyl sleeve guards against scratching.

Hook lt Or Hang lt

An adjustable hook and hanger system providing quick storage of items of various shapes, sizes and weights is new from Canova.

Hangaway features a solid, marine cord loop which may be shortened, extended or locked, simply by pulllng.

Full Charge Ahead

A battery charger for tools that cuts charging time from 3-l/2 to I hour is new from Wire Wrap.

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Lean Cut Panel

Thin 5.2mm plywood panels are now being produced domestically by Fibreboard Corp.

Previously available only as imports, the panels use high quality hardwood face veneers laminated to an MDF core. The l/30" thickness of the face veneers and the smooth consistency of the MDF core provides a superior panel that cuts and shapes easily.

The thin panels are used primarily for cabinet door inserts.

Designed for use on R3 series battery-powered tools, it uses red and green Ltrt) lights to indicate "currently charging" and "fully charged," respectively.

The battery handle assembly can be left indefinitely in the charger without causing harm to the battery.

1-Piece Truss Hanger

A single-piece, non-welded truss hanger is now available from Simpson Strong-Tie as a standard stocking item.

One such hanger, the THJ truss hip/jack connector, is a face-mount truss hanger designed to allow two carried members to attach at a common point on the lower cord of a carrying member. One seat is set at 90' to the carrying member, the other at 45', skewed either left or right.

The hanger attaches by standard nails and features an exclusive nail slot to make installation faster and easier. No lower cord bolting is necessary.

Load maximum on the hip member is 1,915 lbs., and the jack member limit is 635 lbs.

September 1988

Quick Saw

The line of Woodeater hand saws, which feature a unique tooth design that reportedly allows the user to cut up to twice as fast with fewer strokes and less effort, has been exPanded by Vermont American.

finishing, even after one year of exposure to the weather. It also ilssures dimensional stability and good conditioning for woods that are not to be finished or painted.

The stabilizer can be applied directly with a brush or roller, or sprayed on with an ordinary garden spraver or low pressure airless equiprirerit. tt is not a surface coating, so there is no cracking, blistering or peeling. Instead, it penetrates the wood to keep it light in color and give it a well-cared-for appearance as it weathers.

, The product reportedly is ideal for use on pressure-treated deck and patio lumber; new cedar and redwood decking; cedar, redwood and other wood siding; wood fences; cedar shakes and shingles, and unhnished outdoor furniture.

In addition to the premier 26" leneth. the saw is now available in 20'r and 15" versions, the latter sized for tool box storage.

The saws' beveled teeth are said to slice wood fast while leaving a smooth finish. The induction-hardened teeth are also designed to last longer, eliminating the need for frequent resharpening.

- A hardwood handle is featured.

Cabln Fever

Log cabin siding is new from Weverhaeser Sales Center, Hot Springs, Ar.

Get The Lead Out

A detection kit from Urban Products Co. instantly reveals whether or not dangerous lead paint is present.

Grand Sanding By Hand

Two new high performance sandpapers have been develoPed for a wide range of floor sanding applications by Virginia Abrasives.

Made of quality southern pine, Log Cabin Siding comes in 2x6 or 2x8 to offer the unique look of log cabin construction to new or existing structures. Both No. 2 and No. I grades are available, ready to be primed and painted or stained.

Grooves in the back provide product stability to the material which can be stapled or nailed into place.

Wood Stabilizer

A new wood stabilizing treatment from The Flood Co. provides a slow, steady seasoning process that helps minimize shock to new exterior wood from changing conditions, while reducing splitting, swelling, cupping and warping.

Seasonite is said to offer a sound surface for painting, staining or

The tester has a drY chemical asent which is added to water and diopped on any painted surface whiih has been freshly chiPPed. lf the liquid causes the exposed paint to turn black, lead Paint is Present and should be removed for familY safety.

Distance Device

Electronic distance measuring devices are now offered bY Sonin in four different ranges, measuring up to 30. 60. 150 and 250 ft.

Features include two memories, a three-function calculator, low battery indicator, out-of-range indicator, choice of ft./in. or metric, and a "smart beam," an especially narrow beam to eliminate unwanted readings outside or inside a measuring path.

The 6 oz. devices are powered bY two standard 9 volt batteries.

Red Satin is a new garnet grain naoer designed for finish sanding of brimium quality wood floors and veneered wbods. Because of its unioue crvstalline structure, garnet erain is said to fracture evenly and iharply, avoiding scratching and eousing of wood.

- Addltionally, because of its extra heavy duty paPer, the Product reportedly is less apt to curl or cup due to molsture.

Black Satin is made of traditional silicon carbide grain on extra heavy weieht paper backing for even heat dispersibn and durability. The backing is pre-sized on both sides to help repel moisture.

Mildew Remover

A cleaner said to remove algae and mildew quickly and easilY from outside surfaces is new from Coetz Enterprises.

lvailable in quart sPraY bottles and 1 and 5-gallon containers of concentrate, 30 Seconds reportedly removes not only surface growth but also embedded stains and sPores to prevent regrowth.

Rakc and Foll

A wheeled rake that reportedly takes all the effort out of collecting leaves and grass cuttings is now available from Allen Power Equipment.

When the Rolrake is pushed forward, its tines coast over the lawn. In pulling back the tool, its tines stand up and draw leaves, clippings, small branches and thatch towards the operator.

A handle over 5 ft. long eliminates bending.

Accessories include a 20" fertilizer/seeder attachment with adjustable rate of distribution and a slitterlspiker unit that utilizes the same workhead as the rake for easy aeration of lawns.

Inrulated Packaglng

A new line of home insulation products in roll packages sealed for complete protection from moisture and dirt and with a built-in handle for easy handling has been introducgd by CertainTeed Corp.

The wear and weather resistant polyvinyl packages include step-bystep instructions, UPC code. and details on size and square footage.

Greatlve Cablnetry

Kitchen cabinets combining decorator and storage options with the availability and cost advantages of stock cabinetry are new from Richwood.

Antrim cabinets have wooddoweled, frameless laminate construction based on the European 32 mm system. They come in either laminate or wood/laminate door styles.

Features include revolving spice wall cabinets, storage bins for under wall and island cabinets, pie-cut lazy susans, molded cutlery dividers, and base roll-out baskets. Quarter-round open shelving units and a wine rack kit are also available.

Hot Tub Heat Meter

A digital pool/spa thermometer from Thermometer Corp. of America displays the water temperature to the nearest tenth degree.

Powered by one l.5v watch battery, the 2-l/2" console has a waterresistant, rubberized cover with a suction cup mounting. The probe cable registers 0" to 160'F.

Thermometers are blister carded and packed six per shelf carton.

Buttdtng productr Dlgot Safc That'l Secure

A built-in wall safe is new from NuTone.

Reportedly easy to install in standard 2" x 4" walls, the safe is flushmounted between 16" o.c. studs. It can be easily concealed behind cabinets or pictures, in closets, or in flooring.

Available in two sizes, they are constructed of heavy-gauge steel with seamless bodies and doublereinforced doors. Features include a patented lock design which protects against picking or forced entry, an unusually-shaped key which discourages duplication, dual steel-alloy bars that lock the door at two different positions, a steel anti-pry channel, and a full-length door hinge concealed inside the safe.

The 14" wide, 9" high and 3-3/4" deep model has a 455 cu. in. capacity, and the 14" wide, 16" high and 3-3/4" deep version has an 810 cu. ft. capacity. Both models have a white baked enamel finish, a large door opening and felt-like interior,

Oak Accessorles

Genuine oak bath accessories are now available from Koch Products. The tear drop mounting brackets have decorative wood screw covers. while each towel bar is slightly bowed to enhance its appearance.

All items are hand-finished with a protective coating to help preserve the natural color of the wood.

The line includes a towel ring, paper holder, and four sizes each of towel bars and garment hooks.

Bathroom Flume

An open-top bath spout is new from Kohler Co.

Available in polished chrome for lavatories, the Alterna Flume spout has been engineered to eliminate splashing.

save storage space has been introduced by Schulte Corp.

Shelving is constructed of welded steel rods, coated with a durable, maintenance-free epoxy finish, said not to crack, discolor or become sticky.

Hardware such as back clips, side wall brackets, support braces and end caps holds the shelving in place.

Products offered include fold-up storage shelves, door/wall racks, baskets, hang-all racks, corner shelves, drawers, shower racks, linen shelves, decorative shelves, and complete closet systems.

Firebox Hopper

A new retroht kit from Nordic Stove converts existing wood stoves to burn pellets or grain.

When the tap is turned on, one can see the water collect and begin its flow through the channel until it reaches the spout lip, where it cascades into a waterfall before forming a stream midway to the basin.

Handy Ramp

Handy loading ramps can be made quickly and easily with a new do-ityourself kit from Intermark World Products Ltd.

Ramparts Ramp Parts Kit includes two flanged, extruded aluminum end pieces, which are bolted to common 2" x 8" wooden planks using hardware from the kit. The boards are not included.

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Brass Locksets

Contemporary brass locksets in two distinctive finishes are now featured on Louisiana-Pacific's Prestige swinging patio doors.

Employing a solid zinc casting, the lockset is brass plated, then electrostatically clear-coated and high-temperature cured. Its solid brass five-pin cylinder with Weiser keyway may be rekeyed to many popular-brand locks.

The EasiBurn kit includes an automated fuel-feed auger that delivers pellets or grain to the firebox at a rate pre-set by the owner; a 50lb. capacity hopper; a glass door for visually checking the fuel supply; a builrin combustion blower to force air into the burn ring for more complete combustion of the fuel, and an automatic switch and timer dial for convenient heating.

The exterior hopper fuel-feed housing are finished in high-temperature flat black paint. The hopper door comes with brass trim. Since the conversion takes up little space inside the stove, the burn ring can be easily removed to allow the stove to burn regular wood.

Pellets are said to be easier to handle and store than logs, burning cleaner with almost no creosote build-up in the chimney.

The ramp ends are then easily anchored temporarily to the loading surface. Each ramp can handle up to 700 lbs. gross weight.

End pieces are manufactured from sturdy high tensile strength extruded aluminum and take up less than7-l/2" x 10" x 2" of space each.

Need Some Space?

A collection of ventilated storage systems designed to organize and