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And Nothing But The Roof

A universal ridge vent and weather block that is said to work for all profiles of roof tile is new from Monierl-ifetile.

Figaroll seals to all roofing tiles to create a weather block from wind driven rain and snow and comes in 5' and l0'lengths in red and charcoal. The product is made of a water repellent breathable fleece with a tear proof stretch grid and has good ventilation oualitv.

The^fleeie reportedly can stretch up to 5OVo of its original length.

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Deer John

A repellent that is said to deter deer and other animals from eating plants, flowers, bulbs, fruits and veg-etables is available from Deer-Off, Inc.

The product protects plants by leaving an odor and taste that animals find offensive and comes in 16-, 32- and 128-oz. sizes.

One application lasts up to three months and covers roughly 250 sq. ft.

The repellent reportedly is made from natural, biodegradable food products.

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Dig Them Acoustics, Man!

A scored wood veneer acoustical panel that reportedly provides optimal acoustical properties with a decorative appearance for commercial ceilings and walls is new from the Rulon Co.

Aluratone comes in two variations: the 300 series with vertical and horizontal faces scoring 1/8" wide on 3/8" centers and 500 series with scoring l/16" wide on 3/l6" centers.

The intersection of the scorins on the face panel is said to crearE an acoustical opening allowing sound to filter through to a 1" fiberglass core with a solid wood backer panel.

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Pole Cat

An extension pole for painting and window cleaning is new from Ettore Products Co.

Reach comes in 4', 8', 12' and 16' models and has a tapered tip for window cleaning tools and a threaded portion.for paint rollers and other accessones.

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Trimboards Fit For A King

Precision Composites, Inc., has introduced trimboards made from wood fibers. additives and thermoplastic resins for fascia, frieze, corners. window/door trim and soffits.

is ovoiloble by circling the corresponding Reoder Service number opposite the inside bock cover ond sending the form to New Products Editor FAX to 949-852-0231, by E-moil to ddelvol@ioc.net, by moil to 4500 Compus Dr., Suite 480, Newporl Beoch, C0.92660, or by colling (e4e) 852-r ee0.

Royal Wood is said to cut, nail and install like wood, but does not rot, absorb moisture, delaminate or split. The product comes in widths up to 12", in lengths of I 6' and thicknesses of 5/8", 4/4" and 514".

Each board reportedly is consistent without surface defects or knots.

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Green-Gonscious Flooring

Hardwood flooring from Forest Stewardship Council-endorsed, wellmanaged forests made of reclaimed wood, bamboo and hardwoods is available from EcoTimber.

FSC-endorsed flooring includes hard maple, red oak, machiche, Brazilian cherry and wood flooring salvaged from old buildings, waterways and city streets.

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Living On The Wedge

Plastic tapered wedge shims leveling and aligning dead loads new from Grove Products. Inc.

Hammerheads

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. has new 3/4" and 7/8" rotary hammers for contractors, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and maintenance personnel.

Both tools can drill holes in concrete, masonry, block and brick and have a variable speed switch.

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How About A Lift?

Joyce/Dayton Corp. has a new light material lift with a 500-lb. caoacitv.

Light Up Your Life

RAB Electric Manufacturing Inc. has a new landscape floodlight made of durable one-piece die cast construction that acceDts 150 watt PAR 38 lamp maximum.-

The products are U-shaped to fit l/2" bolts and come in l" segments, tapered from 1132" to 3/8".

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Abrasive & Darn Proud Of lt!

DeWalt has added more than 90 new items and sizes to its line of abrasives.

The HBl0l has a large silicone gasket to provide weatherproof protection around the lamp and socket and a barrier dam inside the fixture to prevent water from entering the wiring box.

The product comes in black, white, green and bronze.

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Making The Circuit

An adapter kit for the Circuit Tracker circuit breaker finder that enables the tool to trace switches, incandescent lighting circuits and bare wiring without turning off breakers or fuses is new from Gardner Bender. The kit is for use with 110- and 120-volt Rc circuits.

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Hobknobbing ls Allowed

Pre-finished knobs and handles are available from Custom Service Hardware, Inc.

Among the expanded line of 125 abrasive accessories are 72" and 14" high-speed cutting wheels; 4" and 7" flap discs in hubbed and non-hubbed models; 4" and 9" grinding wheels; 6'1/2,7" and 8" saw blades, and 10" and 16" chop saw wheels.

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Bonnie & Glide

Marshalltown Trowel Co. has introduced new blue steel gliders with a length-long C-channel.

The tool comes in 48", 60" and72" sizes with nuts, bolts and washers.

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Both come in a variety of styles, colors. finishes. sizes and materials.

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The unit has a durable steel construction that reportedly can be used in any low capacity application.

The lift features up to a 4'x4' platform, a 120-volt single-phase motor and chain drive operation.

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This Bond Wards Off Water

A multipurpose waterproofing and crack isolation membrane and flexible bonding mortar is new from TEC Specialty Products, Inc.

Triple Flex is applied prior to installing tile, marble and stone, creating a water-tight barrier over residential and commercial walls, floors and ceilings.

The sealant covers approximately 65 sq. ft. and stops horizontal cracks up to 1/8" wide at the subfloor, preventing them from spreading through to installed ceramic and stone tile.

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We wish our suppliers, our cLtstomers and our Jrtends in the indtstry ahnppA New Year.

OILIF0RNIA FOREST PRODUCTS. nc.

P.O. Box585, Hollister Ca.95024

(831) 634-0100 Fax 831-634-0131

Redwood Speciatists

Jeff

Specializing in Exotic Hardwoods

Kempas o Keruing o Meranti o Merbau o Clear Grade 0nly

. K/D Fumigated o Excellent Stability

. S4S Eased Edges o Proven Performance for over 25 Years

. Strong o Dense o Hard o Beautiful

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Quality o Light Wood

Prices o All sizes and lengths available o Wholesale Onlv! o Delivery Available Nationwide

Roll Out The Roll

Trimline Building Products has added several features to its shingle-over ridge vent products, including a 4o-year manufacturer's warranty.

Manufacturer o lmDorter e Wholesaler

650 University Ave. #A, Berkeley, CA 94710

(5to) 705-85BB . Fax 5to-705-8558

Rigid Roll Plus comes in 20' lengths, can be installed with a coil nail gun, fits most roof pitches and reportedly is \ invisible once applied.

The product features a spun-bound nonabsorbent membrane that allows hot, moist air to escape while keeping out heavy rain, hail, sleet and snow.

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The Steam Team

A trio of wallpaper steamers that provide continuous steam times of up to an hour and 45 minutes are available from Wagner.

The units require about 20 minutes to warm up and weigh 12 to 13 lbs. when filled.

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Touch Of Gray

A nationwide program of "senior" merchandisers who regularly visit hardware and building material stores for manufacturers to service their products and generate re-orders is detailed in a brochure from Silver Fox Merchandising, (800) 788-4385.

Most Valve-uable Player

A full-color catalog of valves is free from Jordan Valve, (800) 543-7311.

Knob Hill

A 754-p. catalog of adjustable levers, handles, knobs and leveling devices is free from J.W. Winco, Inc., (800) 877-8351.

Am lBlue?

The 2001 Blue Book of Building and Construction is free from Box 500, Jefferson Valley, N.Y. 10535; (800) 4312584.

Book'em

Tips on installing a recessed bookcase are free from the Hardwood Council, (4r2\ 28r-4980.

Building Practices Revealed!

The Business of Building: Measuring Your Success, a new book on the business practices of over 300 builders nationwide, is $250 from the National Association of Home Builders, l20l l5th St., NW, Washington, D.C. 20005; (800) 223-2665.

Give'em A Belt

Brochures on belts designed for sanding pine, particle board and MDF are free from Uneeda Inc., (800) 431-2494.

Rocky Mountain High Tiles

An 8-p. brochure on Colorado Stone glazed ceramic floor and wall tiles is free fromMarazzi Tile, (872) 226-01rc.

Spindle Me A Yarn

A guide to outdoor decking components such as spindles, newels, deck posts, post caps and porch posts is free from Mr. Spindle, '739 2nd St. NW, Valley City, N.D. 58072; (800) 487-9663.

Composite Decking & Railing

A 6-p., full-color brochure on WeatherBest composite decking and railing is free from Louisiana-Pacific Corp., 10115 Kincey Ave., #150, Huntersville, N.C. 28078: (800) 52 l-4316.

Wall Done

A 42-p., full-color guide on retaining and landscaping walls is free from Anchor Wall Systems, 5959 Baker Rd., #390, Minnetonka, Mn. 55345; (877) 295-5415.

Spitf Up Your Garden

"Garden & Outdoor Idea Book," a 16page outdoor projects guide, is free from the Southern Pine Council, Box 641700, Kenner, La.70064; (504) 443-4464.

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