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Instant Dishwasher Hookup

A new flexible dishwasher drain connector for use in connecting dishwasher hoses to sink drains and garbage disposals is available from Plum Qwik.

Two stainless steel bands are said to tighten quickly to allow installation in seconds. The connectors are made of an elastometric PVC formulated for drain use.

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DoorSealing System

A door sealing system is new from BrenCon Energy Products, Inc.

Based on the principle that is familiar to refrigerator and freezer owners, the system is said to use the positive meeting of a magnetic striP and the soft conformable rubber (soft rubber material that reportedly stays supple at temperatures to - 30 degrees F) to seal the door to a steel self-stick strip as it is shut.

The seal is said to be capable of withstanding heavyduty use and featwes a five year guarantee. It is available for wood. steel and industrial steel doors. While the system seals out the heat and cold, it rePortedlY also blocks outside noises from entering and is said to work even on doors that are warped or gapped.

ForClose Scrapes

Blade-Ade, from TM Shea Products, is a new window scraper on the market.

The blade features a quick, 2-stoP safety lock and holds all standard single edge blades. The blades store in the tool itself, which is tapered for corner cutting and scraping.

Push-Button Automation

One-flrnger push-button automation for movable awnings, rolling shutters, solar screens, skylights and shading systems is available from Somfy Systems.

The device can be used in retrofit or new applications.

Multiple control systems are also available for control of many windows, either individually or simultaneously.

Non-Electric Dehumidif ier

Torrball, a simple and economical dehumidifier from M. X. Porters Co., reportedly eliminates dampness and controls humidity to the ideal level of between 4040v/0.

Non-toxic and non+lectric, Torrball is said to be safe around children and pets. The design reportedly exposes maximal absorbing surface to the air; crystal flakes are said to absorb the excess humidity, then dissolve to form water.

The dehumidifier is said to combat excess moisture, mold, mildew and unpleasant odors.

Shelving With Style

A new line of unfinished solid oak shelving with matching solid oak corbels has been introduced by Mariner's Forest Products, Inc.

Oak Accents come ready to install in lengths of 13, 18, 24, 36 and 48 inches and 8 in. widths. Only two #14 wood screws are needed per corbel, making the shelving ideal for d-i-yers. Because it's unfinished. the customer has an unlimited choice of color.

Each piece is shrink wrapped and comes complete with mounting instructions.

Not only is the shelving a beautiful decorative item with thousands of uses at home, but the Oak Accents display, itself, is a fine piece of craftsmanship. Looking more like a piece of living room furniture than the hardworking display it is, it uses only l3 " x 48 " of floor space while holding 63 shelves and 5l corbels.