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Plumbing System A Saver

Ultraflo will introduce at the NAHB Convention January 23-27 at Dallas the all-new 1977 models that save more on both water and energy.

The unique, no faucet plumbing system now has new solenoids and more efficient valves which save up to 35% on water, much of which is heated water requiring costly energy.

The re-designed system now has new solenoids which require less electrical energy to operate and new precision valves which insure positive closure at all times. The improved system was tested by the Underwriters Laboratories in 1975 and now is listed by UL.

Further improvements include a simplified and color-coded electrical wiring system with push connections to speed correct wiring during the installation. Also, the cover plates for the push button controls will be offered in a wide range of colors to blend with the designers and decorators requirements.

Because of the proven ability of the Ultraflo system to conserye water and energy, builders are finding the system has buyer appeal to budget-conscious home buyers who appreciate the $100 to $250 year savings possible on water and energy. Builders, in turn, can specify Ultraflo at no added cost premium over a conventional plumbing system. Field studies indicate that the installed cost of Ultraflo is the same as or less than conventional plumbing. The system goes in faster and requires not two, but only one line to bring both hot and cold water to the kitchen or bath.

WRITE: The Merchant Magazine, 4500 Campus Dr., suite 476, Newport Beach, Ca.92660.

Jalousie Insert Units

Easy installation and complete weatherproofing are featured in the airtight Bel-Air Jalousie door insert units.

This unit meets the current demand for a flush profile with no unsightly and easily abused protrusions. No door blocking is required and it is quickly installed.

It will accept glass and wide available.

both 3/16" or 7132" range of sizes are brass. A chrome-plated brass swivel connector permits the shower spray to be adjusted vertically as well as 180 degrees laterally.

Change from pulsating action to conventional spray can be made by turning a decorative chrome-plated collar on an attractive black handle. In the pulsating setting it directs a "wetting action" spray that is exclusive to Alsons "Massage Action" showers. Water jets of three different velocities combine to give maximum wetting action with massaging.

Chrome-plated brass supply elbows and vacuum breaker are available for use with the shower.

WRITE: The Merchant Magazine, 4500 Campus Dr., suite 476, Newport Beach, Ca.92660.

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WRITE: The

Merchant Magazine, 4500 Campus Dr., suitc 476, Newport Beach. Ca. 92660.

Pulsating Hand Shower

Alsons Corp. pulsating hand shower with two deluxe wall mounts will be shown for the first time at the National Association of Home Builders Show January 23-26 inDallas.

The Model 515 MA ("Massage Action") includes two deluxe chromeplated brass wall mounts to hold the shower head at different heights when not being used as a hand held shower.

The 59" hose. which can be attached to either a shower outlet or a tub spout, is chrome-plated double-spiral

Purex now has what it calls the most powerful floor stripper in its history, "Franklin's Out-Strip", for use in removing polish, sealer and wax build-ups in tough situations where other strippers fail.

So powerful in strength, it's recommended usage is for multi-coat buildups, long-aged, and especially for excessively spray-buffed films.

It features a special blend of new water-miscible solvents to rapidly penetrate and remove aged films. For use on all problem floor areas. It is recommended for industrial and commercial use.

Dilution factor ranges from 1:8 to l: I for problem floors. It is available nationally in 1, 5, 30, and 55 gallons.

WRITE: The -Merchant Magazine, 4500 Campus Dr., suite 476, Newport Bcach, Ca. 92660.

Brick PanelSystem

A completely new modular exterior brick panel has been developed by Flair Products where all tl:'e 12 brick facings of 3/8" are completely embedded in galvanized wire lath.

It permits the installer to nail the two sq. ft. panel to wall studs and mortar the joints with a mortar adhesive in a caulking tube.

They have combined two basically acceptable building materials, concrete bricks fortifie'd with epoxies and galvanized wire lath to give the homeowner years of use. The panel is also weatherproof and fireproof

On cinderblock surfaces. one need only apply a ll2" of mortar to the cinderblock, press the panel into the matrix to permit it to bleed thru the

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All the bricks are 3/8" thick and the entire panel is finished in the old brick look. Each brick has a different texture and no two bricks are alike.

This modular brick system can also be installed in kitchens. dens. and fireplaces.

The system offers many economies in time and materials over individual brick systems. Only ll4 of the mortar is required in a nail-up installation Since the mortar serves only to decorate rather than offer adhesion for the brick.

WRITE: The Merchant Magazine, 4500 Campus Dr., suitc 476, Newport Beach. Ca.92660.

Two New Lay-ins

The l'unctional advantages of suspended ceilings and the aesthetic features of high-style decorator ceilings have been combined in two new residential ceilings from Armstrong, Royal Oak and Scotch Pine.

The grids seem to disappear into the overall designs, eliminating the "commercial look" and creating a decorative monolithic effect which will complement a variety of motifs.

At the same time, the traditional benefits of suspended ceilings are retained, including easy installation, concealing of joists and wiring, excelIent sound absorption, accessibility, inexpensive replacement, etc.

Royal Oak is a formal design with a hand-troweled wood-and-plaster effect. Each 2' x 4'panel incorporates eight 12" x 12" deep-textured tile modules bordered bysmooth-surfaced grout lines.

Scotch Pine is a rustic board-andplank design which capitalizes on the "natural look" trend in home furnishings. Here again, the visual impact of the exposed grid has been eliminated by making it an element of the surface pattern.