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Wolman RainCoat Water Repellent with Natural Wood Toner from Kop-Coat, Inc., protects pressure treated wood from water damage while giving the wood the rich, natural tone of either cedar or redwood.

The product can be applied immediately with a sprayer or brush to new decks. It also can be used with Wolman Deck Brightener to restore the naturalwood look to older decks that have weathered and turned gray. A clear formula is also available.

Quick Deck

A versatile deck panel which reportedly can be installed l0 times faster than those using conventional methods is new from Nulines, Inc., Tyler, Tx.

Constructed of no. I grade yellow pine, the Fast Deck panels are permanently secured together with mortise and tenon joints and bonded with exterior glue and rust resistant screws. The top surface of the 2 ft. square panel is free of knots and the exterior edges are rounded for a smoother finish. The surface width and spacing of the l4 parallel pieces of wood in the panel insures rapid water shed and allows the panel to be custom cut at any of these spacings.

No nails or screws are required to hold the panels in place, allowing for quick installation and for the panels to be easily removed for fast access to under deck storage.

A lifetime warranty covers warp- ing over l/2" and structural damage caused by termites and decay. Panels are kiln dried, water sealed and pressure treated for ground contact.

A 2'x2'x4' display features a builtin photo reel with 32 illustrations, eight information headers, several panel samples and casters for mobility.

The new building log eliminates the need for slip joints and screw jacks, thereby reducing the higher log home construction costs of using green or kiln dried timbers.

Made from dry dimension lumber, the log is pre-stabilized for most environments. It is said not to crook, warp, decay, check, shrink or settle due to its structural stability.

Standard sizes include 6x6, 6x8 and 8x8. Custom sizes and profiles are available upon request.

Making The Grade

A new grade kit from Empire makes it easy to establish a level or sloping reference over a long distance for landscaping, drain pipe, gutter, patio and deck or masonry work.

The kit includes 100" of strongbraided nylon line, two galvanized line stakes, plastic line reel and two high quality levelsa standard line level and a special model for establishing a grade slope for drainage purposes.

Limber Lumber

Billee-Bord, fl exible polyurethane lumber that allows framers to construct radius windows and other arched designs by bending it into the desired shape, is new from lmaginative Materials Group.

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

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Locked Inside & Out

Like traditional lumber, it can be cut, nailed, painted, screwed and drilled with conventional woodworking equipment, and comes in standard lumber sizes of l-l/2" x 4', l-l/2" x 6', and 8' and l0' lengths.

It can be bent into a tight 2 ft. radius, producing curved walls, arched doorways, spiral staircases, radius windows and other architectural designs.

It is said to provide full insulation properties.

Drywall In A Clinch

Insta-Back, a new drywall fastener designed to make installation and repair quick and easy, is now available from Prest-On Co.

Lok-Box, which can be used to both store an extra key or small valuables and secure doors, gates and garages, is new from Hampton Lock Co.

Molded from heavy die cast metal, it has a four-digit resettable combination, with more than 10.000 possible choices.

Software Secretary

Who-What-When, a software package organizing business tasks by people, project and date, has been introduced by Chronos Software. Used with MS-DOS. IBM PC. XT, AT, PS/2 personal computers and compatibles, the system combines appointment and week-inreview calendars, tickler file, task delegation, project management, chart production, office scheduling, conflict checking, meeting maker, memo writer, archiving, alarm clock, time stamp, auto dialer, address book, mail list management, card file, calculator and tutorial functions.

deadlines, and The Time View, offering a detailed daily calendar.

Refinishing Line

A complete line of abrasive cords and flat tapes for refinishing deep grooves, odd-shaped or intricate surfaces and turnings into which sandpaper cannot fit is now available from E. C. Mitchell Co.

Offered in 18 different sizes, the cords and tapes fit into deep grooves and slots for removing the residue of old paint and varnish from spindles and turnings. Unlike folded or cut strips of sandpaper, they reportedly do not tear or fray.

Packaged on spools in 25 yard lengths, the cords come in .012" to .150" diameter and tapes in widths from l/16" to l/4".

They are impregnated with aluminum oxide, silicon carbide or crocus for ultrafine polishing.

The 2" x 3", I oz. galvanized fasteners are attached to existing walls to provide a solid back-up surface for reattachment of replacement sheets of wallboard. They also can be used to install ceilings and to help eliminate the problems of ridging and crowning in new home construction.

Packaged on blister cards, each kit includes six fasteners and twelve Iin. drywall screws.

Three management views are presented: The People View, displaying people, their projects and schedules; The Project View, showing projects, people involved, milestones and

Sanding With A Curve

A flexible, all-purpose sander that conforms to the shape of most surfaces, including metal, wood, plastic and fiberglass, is new from Klocke Industries.

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Scaffolding By The Numbers

All pump jack scaffolding brackets from Qual-Craft Industries are now manufactured with a permanentlyattached metal instruction, use and maintenance plate.

The plates are individually serialized for safety, quality control and positive identifi cation.

The pump jack also features a larger brake rod pedal for safety and ease in operation.

The Curv-A-F'lex sander is said to hold wet or dry sandpaper tightly without rips, even after extended use.

It features multi-radius (small, medium, wide, extra-wide), edge, channel and flat-sanding capabilities.

Saw House

A circular saw blade holder to safely store and transport blades has been designed by Delorm International. Made of heavy duty polypropylene, Hold-A-Blade protects the l{olders come with a secure locking mechanism in blue or black and silver.

It holds up to 25 blades, including masonry blades, up to 8-l /4" with a 5/8" round arbor or a diamond knock-out.

Superior Sealing

A new line of thresholds and weatherstripping providing superior door protection has been introduced by Hager Hinge Co.

The Barrier Sealing Systems line meets both U.L. and standard handicap regulations and comes in a variety of metals and finishes, including polished bronze and gold.

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Soulh Bay Forest Products, a very special manufacturer of specialty lumber products, has a winning combination for you.

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Child-Proof Chest

A bathroom cabinet with a childproof lock and key to keep drugs and cosmetics away from children has been introduced by Allibert.

The Ballerina 24 chest features two drawers, adjustable shelves and organizers, and tri-view mirrors, each door with its own silent magnetic door latch.

Made of durable injection-molded resin, the cabinet is reportedly moisture-proof, rust-proof, impervious to high humidity, corrosion and discoloration.

The 24" x l9-l/2" x 6-l/2" cabinet comes in white with chromeplated door handles.

New Paint Pump

Acrylic latex enamel paint from Z-PRO Manufacturing Co. is now available in a new type of aerosol spray can.

The product is said to be non flammable, non toxic and ozone safe, and contain no ketones, hydro- carbons or aromatics. It offers water clean up, and comes in a variety of interior and exterior decorator colors.

Brass Expansion

Door knockers, handrail brackets, floor doorstops and house numbers have been added to Stanley Hardware's solid brass home hardware line.

The 7" knockers are offered in a contemporary and a traditional roped style. The handrails come with brassplated steel screws which add strength and resist shearing. The doorstops are available in "hi-rise" and "lo-rise" versions to accommodate varying door undercuts. Each are supplied with all necessary hardware and feature a heavy, domeshaped vinyl pad that absorbs door shock and helps prevent door knob damage. The house numbers are in 4" and 6" heights.

Solid brass construction prevents rust and the polished brass finish is preserved through easy-to-care-for instructions.

Three merchandisers for the new hardware are also available.

Up Against A Wallboard

A wallboard lift which eliminates the heavy work of lifting and positioning wallboard on ceilings is now available from Kraft Tool Co.

The Bor-Jac holds the wallboard in place against ceiling studs so workers can have their hands free to fasten it.

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Cordless lron

A cordless iron which uses cigarette lighter butane fuel to provide up to two hours of heat with one filling is new from US. Catalytic Corp.

The iron reportedly can be used for any type of clothing from silk to wool, has no open flame, gets as hot as an electric iron, has a built-in electronic ignition system to turn on with the push of a button, and is ideal for traveling.

Security By Phone

The House Sitter security monitor/dialer from Heath Zenith helps keep tabs on people's homes while thev're awav.

The lift extends from 6' to 9'with a one foot extension available for higher ceiling work. lt reportedly can handle weights up to 175 lbs.

Shipped disassembled, it has three separate parts: a2l" x 2l" steel base with casters for easy movement, a steel spring spider arm top for holding boards in place, and a

Users can monitor various conditions in the home by making a phone call. When the unit is called, it provides a verbal report on the house temperature, sounds in the house, whether the power has failed and a choice of one other condition.

The unit can also dial up to four telephone numbers to report on any alarm conditions.