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The Merchant Magazlne

Drivers On Display

Three new Crescent screwdriver displays, each occupying just one sq. ft. of counter space, are offered by CooperTools. They may also be mounted on a wall.

One display holds the molded plastic handled Rhino screwdriver line. A second merchandiser stocks the line of Cushion grip screwdrivers. The third display holds a combination of both lines.

now available from Equipment Company of America.

Offered in nine sizes and regular or heavy duty styles, the carts feature platform decks sanded, sealed and lacquered to a durable finish and bolt heads countersunk to assure snagfree surfaces.

Ceiling Fabrications

A new line of ceiling tiles that simulate the look of fine fabric without the high cost offabric panels has been introduced by Celotex.

Each display holds 48 tools (six each of eight popular sizes).

A Must For Dust

Dust Fighter, a home air filter, is new from Dust Free.

Featuring a combination of oppositely charged filtering media to attract particles as air passes through the filter, it is said to capture bacteria-laden dust particles, irritating pollen, mold paper, carpet lint, etc.

The wheels have been positioned to allow a greater percentage of the load to be carried by the rigid casters, providing increased maneuverability. Swivel casters rotate smoothly on large diameter double ball race swivels, while rubber, 2" wide casters have semi-steel hubs and come in 5". 6" and 8" diameters.

Cashmere ceiling panels are said to offer desirable acoustical properties without mechanical fissuring or perforations.

They come in four colors, 29 profiles, five face-scored styles, four product sizes, and reveal or trim edge.

The air purifier uses no electricity, has no ozone emission, can be washed and reused, and can be resized to fit any regular furnace/air conditioner.

Hardwood On Wheels

Four-wheel hardwood platform trucks engineered for low maintenance, economy and longevity are

For more information on New Products write The Merchant Mogozine. 4500 CamPus Dr.. Suite 480, Newport Beach. Ca. 92660

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Power-packed Pine

New pressure-treated Wolmanized Extra wood from Koppers Co. now provides southern yellow pine with improved dimensional stability to help minimize warping, twisting and splitting.

Water repellency tests that simulate 10 years ofweathering reported- ly show that Wolmanized Extra wood absorbs almost 400/o less moisture than lumber protected with other surface-applied water repellents.

The water repellent is pressure impregnated in the wood to Prevent moisture absorption and release in decks, siding, fencing, furniture and other outdoor applications.

Rust Buster

A rust-inhibiting metal paint featuring a built-in primer for one-step rust prevention is new from DAP Inc.

Derusto's primer locks out the effects of air and moisture on metal, while the paint produces a deep, rich enamel finish.

Thirty colors are offered.

Display For Drips

A d-i-y drip watering system showcased in an informative display has been introduced by Wade'Rain.

above or below ground, directly from the faucet or tapped into existing sprinkler lines and adapted to most watering situations, including gardens, patio containers and hanging baskets.

The drippers are pressure-compensating above l0 psi which reportedly provides a precise watering rate regardless of pressure variations, elevation differences or line length. An or,ifice also flushes out system-clogging particles with each watering cycle.

Dust Busting Filter

A polytac filter from WG Marketing inserts beneath floor registers to remove household dust circulatine through furnace ducts.

sizes, Alpine Air Filters reportedly will remove up to 55% of dust for three to four months without restricting air flow.

A scented filter, containing a fragrant tube for freshening air along with trapping dust, is also offered.

Prefinished Paneling

Four new panels have been added to Holland Southwest International's Decorator Series of hardboard paneling.

The prefinished 4'x 8'sheets are finished on S2S (smooth two sides) hardboard.

"Baroness Decorator" and "Princess Decorator" use subtle tones and shading to create a panel with a uniquely striped appearance, reminiscent of fine wallpaper. It is manufactured to 3.2mm standard, has clean-cut painted v-grooves, and must be installed on existing walls, drywall or sheetrock.

The 4-ft. Acu-Drip display features free planning guides, a sample assembly with numbered parts, and modular tray bins to hold the corresponding parts.

The system may be operated

Produced in standard register

"Oxford Pecan Perforated" and '"Amarillo Birch Perforated" have a rich burled-wood pattern, are manufactured on 4.7mm hardboard, and may be applied to existing walls or nailed directly to studs.

Anti-Weed Yard Stick

Killer Kane, an easy-to-use applicator for killing dandelions and broadleaf weeds, is new from Sudbury Lawn & Garden Products.

ucts is said to stop leaks and seepage in concrete structures.

Hydro-Lock sets up in just three to five minutes to form a permanent, non-shrink patch that stands up to extreme water pressure. Even underwater leaks are reportedly sealed because the cement expands when exposed to water, making the seal even tighter.

The special powder formula is simply mixed with water and applied to the damaged area. The cement is said to gain strength as long as it is damp.

Lassenforest Produ

Mill in Nubieber. California

Sales: Bill Wessner (6fg) 944-0llf

FAX: 619-942'6227

The applicator is filled with water, dropped into a premeasured cartidge and applied to weeds.

Cut-to-size Panels

KorTron/EB and LamTron decorative panels are now offered in cutto-size options from KorPine, a division of Willamette Industries.

Due to the addition of a new scoring panel saw, the company can now cut finished, two-sided panels without chipping.

Concrete Leak Stopper

A new quick-setting hydraulic cement compound from Revere Prod-

TIMBER SIZER PRE-FABRICATION

D.F. GRAPE STAKES REDWOOD & D.F. LATH

Timbers

From cutting a wedge to pre-fab'd crane pads or mine shafts. Angle cut, cross cut, drilling, dapping-We'll do them all to customer specification.

Drawer 4779, Arcata, C^.95521 707-822-3648

Bath Bottom Inlays

An inlay kit for repairing cracked, soft or flexing fiberglass bathtubs or shower bottoms is new from Mekco Manufacturing.

The "Finished" repair inlay is a custom-molded, reinforced composite with a textured gel coat finish. Each inlay is custom made to fit the exact configuration and color ot'the tub or shower. Physical strength of the inlay is said to be l0 times that of the original.

A "Basic" kit is also offered, featuring a gel-coated fiberglass reinforced plastic sheet, trimmed and cut to size that requires bonding, feathering and finishing.

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Garden Lamps

A new outdoor light from The Great Gift Co. combines the beauty of a terra cotta lamp with the versatility of a sectioned wood pole riser for dramatic illumination of patios, gardens and walkways.

The Navajo Light's sculpted, patterned terra cotta outer shell radiates the glow of its natural flame, a citronella-scented liquid votive cartridge.

Lock-notch design holds the lamp in place on the support arms of nearly 4-ft. tall risers. Poles may be cut to desired height or used without the bottom half for low-rise lighting.

The lamp may also be used without the pole as a tabletop light. the disposable cartridge is replaceable. Its citronella scent fights insects.

Ready Made Security

New security doors from LeslieLocke feature tough, welded steel construction and a durable high quality powder coat finish.

For more tnformation on New Products wrtte The Merchont Magozine.4500 Campus DL , Suite 480. Newport Beach. Ca 92660. Please mention issue date and page number so we can process your request fasterl Many thanksl

Back Saver

Doors ofler reversible right or left-hand mounting, double lock boxes with extension plates, heavy duty tamper-proof hinges, and exterior mounting for easy installation.

The two models (one with l" iambs and 3/4" door frames, one with 1-114" jambs and l" frames) come in two styles each and six designs.

A unique snow shovel with a contoured 40" steel handle is new from The Union Fork & Hoe Co. Two distinct bends in the handle virtually eliminate stooping over and use of back muscles in snow pushing or shoveling. Energy is transferred to legs, shoulders and arms.

The 17" x 13-1/2" poly blade is strengthened by exclusive "XBrace" construction, which forms four triangular supports on the backside to assure blade rigidity and dimensional stability. The blade's design produces a "snow plow" effect.

A Sprinkle ln Time

Hose-end sprinklers with water timers that snap out of their bases for use with other sprinklers, spa filling, hose watering and drip systems are new from Rain Bird.

The timer, which can deliver anYwhere from 35 to 1,800 gallons, automatically shuts off the water when the exact amount has been provided. The rugged, wide base has an extra outlet with hose cap for inseries connection to other sprinklers. Three models come with brass, bronze or stainless steel head, and a standard impulse sprinkler made of high-impact plastic and stainless steel or a rotating sprinkler with a distance control dial that adjusts the diameter from 5 to 50 ft.

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This fine and uniform-textured hardwood contains no resin, has good toughness and exceptional stiffness for its light weight, shows a high resistance to splitting in nailing, and is soft and easy to work with either hand or machine tools. Aspen has good gluing and paint-holding qualities. Stability

Cedar Sandbox

An easy-to-assemble sandbox kit which includes everything but the sand is now available from Handy Home Products.

Constructed of 7-l/6" western red cedar, the sandbox will measure 6' x6'x l'high and will need one yard of sand to fill it. Since everything is pre-cut and pre-drilled for easy alignment, only a screwdriver and hammer are needed for assembly.

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P.O, Box 2292 Gilroy, Co,'95020 (408) 842-1673

John Wilton

Larry Mussallem

Redwood Specialists

After assembly, the sandbox can be finished with clear wood preserver or stain, or painted with an exterior paint.

A Textolene canopy lets breezes through but blocks out most of the sun's glare. Bolts and wingnuts permit the canopy to be raised and lowered.

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