NEW PRODUGTS

And Selected Sales Aids

Heat Wave

Curved glass sections of sunrooms and solariums are now available in Heat Mirror insulating glass from Four Seasons Greenhouses.

features two 20-tooth reciprocating blades. They are said to dramatically reduce the danger of flying debris, prevent kickback caused by a blade striking a fixed object, and stop the blade immediately when the engine is shut off.

The tool can be used for trimming, pruning and edging.

Quickly Posted

Post Up, which reportedly allows for installation of mailboxes, fences and signs in minutes, is new from Gordon Corp.

Well Seasoned

Seasonite, a stabilizing treatment for new exterior wood, is now available from The Flood Co. Properly applied, the product provides a slow, steady seasoning to help minimize shock to the wood from changing weather conditions, reducing splitting, swelling, cupping and warping.

It can be used on new pressure treated deck and patio lumber; new cedar and redwood decking; cedar, redwood and other wood siding; wood fencesl cedar shakes and shingles, and unfinished outdoor furniture. The stabilizer assures

Heat Mirror, a transparent coating of metal atoms vacuum-deposited on clear polyester fllm and mounted inside sealed insulating glass, acts as a selective filter, allowing light to pass through while reflecting heat backto its source (inside or outside).

Trim Without Spin

The Reciprocator garden trimmer is new from RedMax.

Unlike traditional trimmers, which use spinning nylon line to cut weeds and grass, the new unit dimensional stability and good conditioning for woods that are not to be finished, although it also provides a sound surface for painting, staining or finishing.

Constructed of steel with an integral corrosion-proof finish, the product features a unique Forcefit clamping device for quickly lodging posts in place.

The treatment can be applied directly with a brush or roller or sprayed on with an ordinary garden sprayer or very low pressure airless equipment.

The product reportedly penetrates into the wood, keeping both a light color and well-cared-for appearance as it weathers. Since it is not a surface coating, there is no cracking, blistering or peeling.

Outdoor Night Lights

Two new l2-watt outdoor lighting fixtures have been designed for allweather use by ICI Lighting.

The Jar-Light features a cylindrical diffuser, while the Globe-Light is spherical in shape. Both are reportedly easy to install and inexpensive to operate.

A fluorescent U-tube operates effectively in temperatures down to -30"F, and an optional photocell can automatically turn the light on at dusk and offat dawn.

Portable Patio Lamp vinyl strips are pre-cut and pre-drilled for easy assembly with plastic fasteners. Tools are not required. Available are two patterns: diagonal, up to 5'8" widths and almost unlimited lengths, andrectangular, upto 8' x 8'.

Patiolights from Flame Engineering use LP or natural gas to provide a soft, warm light from a real flame.

Euro Swings

A new line of deluxe garden swings featuring European styling has been introduced by IEM Marketing, Inc.

The swings seat four and are available in six different models and a variety of waterproof fabric finishes and colors.

The lights can be made portable, stationary or mounted on a vertical non-combustible wall. A wide selection of posts, brackets and heads is offered.

Class Lattice

Three new vinyl lattice products have been introduced by Cross Industries.

Cross/Weld-R lattice panels are reinforced with 500Ib. test polyester cord to increase impact resistance. All joints are chemically welded without staples to prevent rusting and pulling apart. Diagonal and rectangular patterns come in eight colors.

CrossAVeld-T lattice is produced from tubular vinyl strips shop welded into durable panels, reportedly making them resistant to scuffing and marring. They are available in pre-cut sizes up to 4' x 8'.

Cross/Snap unassembled tubular

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Sandy Planters

The complete line of Akro-Mils Specialty Products' clay-look pots and saucers are now offered in a sand-colored finish.

Molded of durable polypropylene, the plasticpots and saucers are lightweight, sturdy, impervious to moisture and said not to chip, flake or stain.

Pots and matching saucers come in seven sizes, from 6" in diameter for small plants up to 24" across for largeshrubs or trees. All potsfeature holes for drainage and rigid sidewalls.

Garden Party

A versatile group ofsnap-together products that transform an ordinary garden hose into a full lawn care system hasbeen introduced by Rain Bird.

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The keys to the Quick & Easy System are two unique connectors, a faucet-to-hose connector and a hoseto-accessory adapter with shutoff, enabling any product toconnect with the end of a hose without being threaded and without shutting off the water.

Offered are three different packages: a starter kit, a car wash kit and a garden shower kit. All the elements ofeach kit, including car wash brush, shampoo sticks, trigger nozzle, gentle spray wand, gentle spray nozzle and adapters and connectors, are available individually.

Fine Pruning

An entire merchandising system to promote pruning tools has been devised by Corona Clipper Co.

The "Prune Like a Pro" program includes point-of-sale displays, window banners, in-store signage and a sweepstakes.

Awnings On The Move

Retractable patio coverings that can be conveniently stored under a home's overhang or an optional aluminum hood arenew from Pease Industries.

The awnings are available in l4 colors and a variety of patterns. They sensor, which automatically retracts the awning when strong winds blow, and a sun sensor toextend the awnins on bright, sunny days.

Free Sparking

A new continuous ignition gas match from U.S. Catalytic Corp. reportedly will never blow out, even in the strongest winds or rain.

Hard Handling

Three new "Power" tools with sturdy fiberglass handles have been introduced by Structron Corp. With handles said to be 40Vr stronger than wooden handles, the tools are a 36" aluminum landscape rakeand two garden/nursery spades.

are custom-made to any width up to 19 ft.. with either an 8- or lO-ft. extension.

Optional accessories include a wind

Unlike other gas ignitors, it is designed to shoot a continuous spark across the gas jet. Other features include an adjustable flame from a low of 3/4" to a high of 4", fuel viewing window to see the level of refillable butane, l000lr safety shut-off lock and carrying handle.

The l4-3/4" tool has a 5" stainless steel ignitor tube.

Gedar Deck Lights

Low voltage deck lights with durable cedar ends encasing rugged, diamond-shaped lighting fixtures are new from Intermatic.

beneath the deck surface.

The system requires only l2-volt current, making it safe around children and pets and economical, costing about 50per evening to operate.The unfinished cedarends canbe stained or painted to match any house or deck.

The Malibu lights are available as a single accessory fixture or as part of three complete sets (four fixtures, 50 ft. of cable and automatic timer; six fixtures. 75 ft. of cable and timer, and eight. fixtures, 75 ft. of cable and tlmer.l.

Drip Service

Designed for mounting on steps, walls, rails, beneath benches and even on the ground. the lights require no special tools for easy installation. Their low voltage cable canbe placed beneath a rail or laid out of view

Premoistened, toss-away cloths for removing wet paint drips arenew from SansherCorp. Treated with mineral spirits, Dad's Painter Wipes work on oil and water-based paints with no harm to old finishes. They reportedly will alsoremove tar, grease, price sticker marks, waxes, glue, adhesives, scuff and heel marks, shoe polish, crayons and oil.

Each pop-up container holds 60 cloths.

Test Spin

An adjustable nut driver from Channellock is now offered in unique packaging that allows customers to rotate the socketandthe handle in the package.

The sockets can be used with standard ratchet wrenches or spinner handles and come in three drive sizes: I /4",3/8" and l/2".

A locking jaw mechanism grips both standard and metric fastenerseven if they are rusted.

Ready For An Emergency

A home emergency kit to prepare for earthquakes, hurricanes and other natural disasters has been designed by CDl.

Packed in a water repellent storage bag, the kit includes an instructional audio tape, 52-piece first aid kit, first aid manual, AM/FM radio with batteries, two light sticks, 15function army knife, four hooded ponchos, two solar blankets, work gloves, two boxes of windproof/ waterproof matches, two gallon water bag, one bottle of vacuumpacked water purification tablets, folding shovel, camper's mirror, 50 feet of nylon cord and four candles.

SVersatile Sealer

A transparent sealer said to protect wood, brick, stone andunglazed tile from moisture damage, discoloration, rot anddecay is now available from Waters Edge Protective Coatlngs.

Protect'n Seal contains no solvents, pollutants or carcinogens and is non-flammable and non-vaporous. Recommended for decks, siding, fencing, shakes and masonry, the product's tannin block system makes it especially effective on redwood and cedar.

Liquid Sand Blaster

Texture-Offfrom Zinsser helns to restore texture-finished walls-and ceilings to their original smoothness quickly and easily.

The product is rolled on the wall or ceiling, and an hour later the old paint can be removed with a stifl'4" or larger putty knife. For most surfaces, a single application is reportedly sufficient.

The product is said to contain no dangerous chemicals, have a very mild odor, clean up easily with soap and water, and not damage drywall or plaster.

The remover is available in gallon cans and 5-gallon pails.

Surrounded By Steel

Two new designs of Village lronsmith fencing and gates have been introduced by Leslie-Locke.

Hot To The Touch

Pak-Heat portable pocket warmers from EJW North America are now offered in a mini-size.

The new size is small enough to fit into gloves and boots and will last up to 12 hours. They come 12 to a package.

The regular size fits into shirt, jacket or pants pockets and will last up to 20 hours.

The Columbia design features clean, simple lines, while the Classic design offers accents in swirling scrollwork and spearpoint tips on vertical members.

Both feature top and bottom rails built for extra strength, using l " steel tubing welded throughout. Gate frames have 1" tubing all around. Accessories include skin-packed, selfmerchandised gate springs, cane bolts, gravity latches and fence mounting brackets.

Nominal 4', 6' and 8' lengths are available in heights from24" to72" on both fencing designs. Each vertical member is a 5/8" square tube with 3-718" opening between verticals.

Deck Care Depot

The Cuprinol Deck Care Center, a display providing one-stop shopping for deck stains. preservatives. wood seals and cleaners, is new from Darworth Co.

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The merchandiser includes a 3-ft. header, color card, fan deck, shelf talkers, "Deck Tips" brochures and brochure holder.

Rx For Decks

Dekswood Cleaner, a general use cleaner/brightener for exterior wood surfaces, also can beused for cleaning a variety of other surfaces, according to The Flood Co.

The product reportedly will clean and brighten weathered wood decks, wood siding, aluminum siding, sandstone and masonry patios and steps, stripped furniture, and chalky or faded fiberglass awnings, R.V.s or patio furniture.

Equipment needed for application includes a broom or brush to sweep away debris, a stiff fiber scrub brush, mixing pail, garden hose with nozzle and rubber gloves.

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Brick Clip

A new clip to hang pictures, signs or other objects on brick is now available from Ameritrade Interna- tional. Made of tempered spring steel, the Brick Clip snaps around the brick to securely hold up to 25 lbs. It fits standard brick 2" to 2-1/2" in heisht which stand out l/8" from the m-ortar ioint.

Vinyl Flooring Underlayment

Structurwood I /4" underlayment, a stiff, dense material specifically engineered byWeyerhaeuser for use under vinyl flooring, is now backed by a one-year limited warranty against telegraphing seams, warping, buckling, delamination and splitting or cracking when nailed or stapled. The product is said to be consistent in thickness, flatness and squareness for faster, easier installation.

Shear Comfort

Four new garden tools have been de'signed with contoured cushion hand grips for added comfort by Corona Clipper Co.

The new shear offers increased leverage in the cutting action and lightweight handles to reduce fatigue. The Drop-Forged cutlery steel pruning head cuts up to 5 /8" branches.

The Comfort line includes a trowel, transplanter and cultivator.

These tools feature lightweight aluminum alloy construction, hand polished to a high luster finish, that will not bend. break or rust.

Read The Door

Sample outdoor storage buildings for display with valuable product information silk-screened directly on the door are now available from Arrow.

The 10' x 2' posterdoors alleviate the problem of damaged and misplaced posters. They describe the building's features, type of finish used, warranty, strength and durability.

Wresistant Wrap

Barricade building wrap, said to block air infiltration while allowing moisture to pass through so in-wall condensation can't occur, is now being distributed by SlaughterBrothers, a division of Furman Lumber.

Manufactured by Simplex Products, the woven polyolafin wrap reportedly is tear-resistant for dur- ability and translucent for easiersiding installation. The product comes in standard 3',4-7/2' and 9' rolls.

A marketing program includes displays, literature, in-store posters, ad slicks, dealer training, in-field representatives, consumer d-i-y kits, and extensive end-user promotion.

Used to enhance any home, the ornate plasterwork includes decorative cornices, arches, dado rails, panel mouldings, ceiling centerpieces, niches and fireplaces.

Decorative Architectural Touches

A variety of fibrous plaster architectural products featuring a beautiful hand-crafted finish have been developed by Thomas & Wilson Ltd. of England.

The Dock ls In

Waterfront home or pond owners canassemble their own floating docks or swim floats using a modular system of do-it-yourself docks introduced by Sullivan Flotation Systems.

The 10' or l2' docks reportedly can be assembled in two steps, taking about two hours.

First a simple frame is bolted together using the provided pre-cut, pre-drilled special marine standard, pressure treated lumber and hot-galvanized, anti-corrosive bolts. Hardware also includes Extren reinforcing angles and anchor eyebolts and screws for attaching to other docks. e o Water-Borne Salt

Next, 24 pieces of pressure treated pine decking are screwed down onto the frame, Unsinkable pontoons can then slip snugly underneath.

Anchors, ramps, extra pontoons, bumper strip cushioning, dock rings and dock connector kits are also available. Units can be added to make longer or different shaped docks. .

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Swing Time

A swing-support assembly with a classic country design ideal for any lawn, poolside or patio is now offered bv Port-A-Swing.

The Williamsburg swing support reportedly can be dismantled for easy transport in 30 minutes with two people to bolt and unbolt the take apart sections. Its weight-distribution design provides stability without holes, anchors or concrete in the ground.

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