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The Pen That's Mlghtier

A three-in-one pen-shaped tool has been introduced by Weller.

Fueled by butane gas, the cordless Pyropen Jr. works as a soldering iron, brazing torch or hot-air tool, requiring neither a power cord nor batteries. It can be recharged in seconds and is electrically neutral.

Just 7" long, it reportedly heats up quickly and is equipped with long lasting soldering tips.

Temperature controls serve all three functions. They range from 392" to 842"F as a soldering iron, up to 806" as a hot air gun, and up to 2372'as a torch.

Tilt-A-Window

A tilt/take-out window sash and balance system for easy cleaning of outer panes has been introduced by Wenco.

The JX-7 premium tilt doublehung window's custom-designed jambliner and sash with ARLOCbulb weatherstripping between are said to virtually eliminate air inhltration.

The'clad wood window also features springloaded fingertip latches for holding the sash secure in tilted Dositions, half-inch insulating glass, md a durable sill, guaranteed not to rot, warp, crack, split or twist.

Accessories include full-frame screens, combination storm/screen units, snap-in wood grilles and custom round and elliptical tops.

Water Chaser

A 4" mini-spread wet bar faucet is new from Artistic Brass.

Earth tone colored RainPrime reportedly is 2096 thicker, reduces water penetration by more than 5006, and is twice as effective as previous hardboard primers.

Gup Board

A hardwood rack for displaying mugs is now available from Fieldstone Cabinetry.

Custom cup racks are constructed of 3/4" solid stock with 5/8" hardwood pegs..

Exclusively designed and proportioned for the 4" center to center faucet, the Corinthian style units combine black with polished brass.

Racks come in pecan, maple, oak and cherry, with a number of stain finishes available.

A Safe Finlslt

A water-based transparent wood finish that provides a water borrier and an ultraviolet sun screen is new from Excel Coatings.

Stainzit protects against wood's enemies while enhancing its natural beauty. Its unique binder system (transparent pigment and ultraviolet barrier) offers years of protection.

Mirror lmages

A beveled mirror wall panel system with a reported room installation time of one hour has been introduced by Mechanical Mirror Works.

Bezsafe shatterproof panels come in hve styles and in stock sizes that are expandable to fit a wall's exact dimensions.

The bags come in a number of sizes and are packaged in boxes for one-at-a-time dispensing.

Hasps Off

A hasp, consolidated from the best features of their top selling vertical and horizontal hasps, is new from Stanley Hardware.

The Lifespan 917 hasp features a post which rotates 360' for any application. An exclusive "hold open" feature allows for safe opening in its full range of positions without sudden slamming or pinching. Its corrugated leaf design makes the hasp up to twice as strong, and its

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Lighting The Way

Low voltage walkway light fixtures constructed of kiln-dried all heart redwood are new from Svlvan Designs.

The foam backing on each panel is said to make them half the weight of conventional mirror panels and six times stronger, while also facilitating transport.

No special tools or adhesives are required for installation.

Cover Alls

A complete nonmetallic, waterproof cover outlet line in single and single, one-piece knuckle concept reduces sag and adds strength while providing a quieter, tighter design. Hasps come in 2-l/2", 3-l/2". 4l/2" and 6" in zinc and black finishes. or 2-l/2" in satin brass finish. The zinc electroplate finish provides up to 250/o more corrosion resistance.

Under The Waterfall

Any bath can be transformed into a waterfall with Kohler Co.'s new wall-mounted sheet flow bath spout. Mounted 40 inches above the bottom ofthe bath, the spout sends a two gang designs is new from Carlon.

Available in safety yellow or grey, the noncorrosive, nonconductive polycarbonate covers fit all standard plugs and receptacles. Springs and screws are corrosion resistant with a unique spring design.

Draw String Lawn Bags

Draw string trash and lawn bags are now available from North American Plastics Corp.

The Ironhold bags are made with extra strong linear low density polyethylene and feature a full, hem seal.

6" wide sheet of water cascading down.

Reportedly adaptable to any bath, the Souris model comes in polished chrome, brushed chrome, brushed nickel, polished brass, polished gold and brushed gold finishes.

By day, the 18" tall fixtures resemble a natural element of the landscape. By night, their single l8watt lamp and clear, prismatic diffuser direct soft light downward to illuminate the way without glare.

The 4-7 /8" wide light is installed by direct burial, and is easily relamped by removing the top and replacing the l2-volt bayonet-type light,

Hardwood Floor Boards

Versatile new hardwood flooring, 5/8"-thick Oak Plank, has been introduced by BiWood Flooring.

The all hardwood laminated 4" and 5" planks with a mini (2.5mm) bevel have four separate pieces preassembled on each 8' length. They are said to go down fast and easy whether nailed, installed with mastic, or applied with a "foam cushioned" system.

The plank utilizes sliced oak veneers and comes in three shades. each finished in no-wax, easy care urethane.

An economical display, brochures, advertising slicks and a mailer are available to support the prod[rct.

Profit Panels For The Study

A new concept in high end wall paneling, the Welsh Oak Library Wall Paneling System, has been introduced by Welsh Forest Products.

The prefinished plywood panels are simulated oak woodgrain on hardwood plywood. The mouldings, fluter stiles and rails are prefinished solid red oak.

The stiles, rails and panel mouldings come in kits containing the material for a 4 ft. wall section, either full wall or wainscot only. The kits are shrink-wrapped with full instructions.

Also available is a self service rack holding the dealer's inventory and featuring "how to" illustrations and color pictures of the room setting.

Previously, this type of wall system was said to be available only through specially designed architectural plans and produced by certain millwork houses. The Welsh system can be installed by do-it-yourselfer or contractor.

Rust Buster

An anti-rust paint that can be applied directly over rusted surfaces has been introduced by Revere Products.

Rust-Nix reportedly penetrates the rusted surface, absorbs the rust into the pigment of the paint, and seals the surface to prevent further corroslon.

Covering in one coat and drying to a high gloss, fade resistant finish, it can be applied over any metal surface, indoors or outdoors, with a brush, roller or spray. There is said to be no need to sandblast or scrape down to bare metal, just sweep away loose rust.

The product comes in nine different colors.

Lights & Lullabies

With the help of the Intermatic Walt Disney musical light switch, Mickey Mouse can lull kids to sleep with a melody.

The tunes play electronically when the lieht is turned off and the switch may be set to play one song at random or a total of six melodies. Mickey and his guitar are pictured on the switch, which plays six favorite Disney songs.

The switch is reportedly easy to install and replaces any single pole light switch.

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Easy lssued Tissue

A "one touch" toilet tissue dispenser is new from Xeno Products, Inc.

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Out The Grout

A carbide grout saw with a specially designed handle for controlling pressure and adding comfort is new from Goldblatt Tool Co.

The Kakudai holder utilizes two support flaps which recess inward as the roll is inserted, falling back to securely fasten the roll in place. The system also facilitates similarly simple removal.

Measuring 6-3/4" x4-l /8" x3-3/8", the holder is available in a variety of colors. It includes screws for mounting the dispenser to a wall and features a peel-off, self-adhesive back for attaching to other surfaces.

Its sharp-pointed, carbide-coated blade saves time by quickly and easily removing old, hardened grout.

Maze Masonry Nails provide an inexpensive, quick and effective method of fastening furring strips, floor plates, brackets, signs, cabinets, partition walls, etc. to masonry, cinder blocks and concrete. They are made of high carbon steel, then heat treated and tempered. Fluted shanks on the longer nails greatly increase holding power.

Seals Base Lines

A blue, l/4" thick polyethylene foam sheet which acts as a gasket to seal gaps between foundations and sill plates is new from Dow Chemical.

Styrofoam brand Sill Seal's unique corrugated structure is said to greatly reduce air infiltration and facilitate compressibility.

Available in 50-ft. strips and in three widths, it is easily applied by stapling to the sill plate or by unrolling it on top of the foundation wall.

Waterproofing Products

A full line of elastomeric waterproofing products is now available from the Battley-O'Brien Corp. Marketed under the brand name SECA, the line includes caulking, clears, elastomerics and cementitious asphaltic coatings for masonry and concrete surfaces.

Open Wide

A tool for removing the lids from five-gallon containers is new from Akro-Mils.

Made of cast aluminum. the heavy duty Pop-Top tool features a long-body design to give maximum leverage needed to open the toughest containers.

Specially designed claws on its head provide a secure grip on the thin lip common to plastic lids. Crimped metal lids are easily removed with the beveled pry tip on the nail of the tool. Unused contents can be stored by resealing the lid

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High Rise Padding

Reversible ladder bumpers with a no-mar flexible foam for use on most extension ladders have been introduced by Crawford Products, lnc.

The bumpers are said to prevent denting and scratching wood, aluminum and vinyl siding; Prevent damage to wall coverings, sheetrock or plateglass, and help reduce electrical hazards.

mits easy storage, keeping the tool handy and off the floor.

The pads are reversible in that when the ladder becomes worn on one side, the bumpers can be shifted for use on the opposite side.

They are available with "feel me" windows on packages designed for peg board merchandising.

Sky Bllnders

Venetian blinds designed for roof windows and skylights are new from Velux-America.

The blinds offer manual or electric control of the amounl of shade or light entering a room, while their egg-shell white slimline aluminum slats permit privacy in a decorative fashion.

The reverse side features a bronze Thermostop coating which stops the metal from radiating as much heat as the normal white-painted slat.

Wallcovering Kit

An inexpensive kit of basic yet essential wallpapering tools is new from Red Devil.

The Big Red's Can Do kit includes an instruction pamphlet, general purpose trimming knife, sturdy plastic trim guard for smoothing vinyl and removing air pockets, pasting brush, seam roller and plumb bob with string.

The kit is packaged in a printed polyethelene pouch. An 800, tollfree telephone number is listed for consumers to obtain advice directly from the manufacturer.