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The Soft Edge

Quaker Maid has introduced Quadrant, a new soft-edged style in custom kitchen cabinetry. Quadrant gently softens the stark angles and hard lines of European styling for a look of subdued elegance.

Overlay doors are all flush, creating a clean compact look. Yet the completely concealed hinges give the doors a full 180o swing.

Quaker Maid's touch is seen in the texture of the finely grooved panels. Corners are rounded to emphasize the soft edge look in American tontemporary. The total effect is all uncluttered lines and gentle curves. Carved finger wells cleverly do the work of hardware, although handsome hardware is available to compliment the soft edge styling.

Handcrafted in popular hardwoods, it is offered in the complete range of Quaker Maid's inviting woodtones and decorator colors. And Quadrant custom cabinets are available with an array of distinctive convenience features. Innovations like the Corner Lazy Susan and Multi-Storage pantry are a masterful mix of beauty and utility.

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Pulsating Shower

Alsons Corp's hand-held Personal Shower now has a three-position mode of operation that includes an "off" position, conventional spray and a "Massage Action" spray. Few pulsating showers include an "off" position. Proper use of the off position while showering can save significant amounts of water, the company reports.

The "off" position permits the shower user to turn the shower off at the showerhead without touching the main shower control valve or disturbing the temperature setting. In the off position the water flow is reduced to a trickle to remind the shower user that the main controls are still on. Most building codes require this for safety reasons.

Wood Combination Door

Anson & Gilkey Co. has a primed wood self-storing combination door. It has the inherent insulating qualities of wood, and the strength, beauty and repairability of wood, according to the firm.

It is available in popular sizes and is chemically treated. The homeowner saves fuel while keeping winter elements out and gets added security while letting fresh air in without insects, according to the company.

Attic Ventilators

Leslie-Locke has revised a lineup of power attic ventilators. Consisting of five basic models, the new line offers two gable-mounted and three roofmounted power ventilators.

The newly designed power vents offer customers greater efficiency, lower operating costs and simplified installation, the lirm claims.

The gable-mounted units are designated GM-l5 for attics up to 4800 cu. feet and GM-20 for attics from 4800 cu. feet to 7200 cu. feet. Both use high-efficiency 72" blades and are powered by 1l20 and l/10 H.P. motors.

Selling Fireplaces

Readybuilt Products Company can help you increase sales and profits during the winter season, the firm reports. Easy-to-display sectional fireplaces offer the warmth of a real wood mant'el and the rustic charm of simulated cut quarry stone in an autfentic looking electric-heat fireplace.

The wood mantel is hand-crafted by skilled cabinet makers from the best grade, kiln-dried popular lumber. Its cast stone finish offers an attractive and durable surface, and it can be easily assembled for store display.

Model 751-0 offers the appeal of a fireplace to any room without expensive remodeling or alterations. Its low profile construction 4akes .the unit adaptable t<5 alrirost any size room. It measures 52" x 44/2". and weighs 170 lbs.

"P0TTY PLANTER," the newest idea for displaying plants, features a "magic wick" which automatically draws water from the tank, making it truly self-watering, according to R.H. Bauman & Co., Encino, Ca. "Potty Planter's" suggested retail price is $11.95. Inquiries from dealers, wholesalers and jobbers are invited.

Adhesive DisPlaY

A 4' stackable display Provides a versatile, adapatable merchandiser for Macco caulks and sealants. The modular design allows each individual rack to be used separately or stacked. Each steel basket measures 14" high, 16" deep, and 48" wide and when stacked, the basic assortment measures 56" high.

The racks have removable dividers for flexibility in displaying individual I 1 oz. cartidges, six-pdck carriers and self-contained tub caulk display cartons.

Sell strips for the front of the racks define use, features, and benefits of displayed products and are also useful for reordering fast moving items.

One Step at a Time

Patent Scaffolding Co' has a new line of "Gold Medal" heavY-dutY wood ladders with laminated side rails.

The new laminated rails are able to withstand twice the load required to meet OSHA, ANSI, and UL standards, according to the company.

The extension is available in sizes 16' throueh 40', and the single is available in sizes 8' through 20'. Also available are many accessories. including safety shoes, strand hooks, and self-centering rungs.

For Lock Ups

A universally handed mortise slide bolt for use on mini-warehouses, storage buildings, construction sites, and other padlock applications is new from The Ceco Corporation.

The case-hardened all-steel slide bolt has a concealed mechanism with a 718" throw, and can be used for swing-in or swing-out doors.

It is available with oPerating handles on one or both sides. A unique feature permits the use of two padlocks for special security purposes.

The pleasing visual contrast of clear grade redwood is the secret of beauty found in a handsome table, (see photo) suitable for deck, patio, den, family room, or anywhere in the house.

Easily put together in a two-weekend project, it was finished only with a natural redwood semi-transparent stain for the exterior version. The stain permits the rich cinnamon tones and creamy sapwood inherent in redwood to become the design elements of the table. Indoors. it was stained a darker walnut tone to match interior paneling.

The table, 22" wide x 54" long, stands 18" high overall. A 48" length would be an easy-to-achieve option. Table uses four pieces of square edge t&g clear redwood, 1x6x54", for the top. Legs are lx4s installed to the frame with screws. Plans and instructions are available through Simpson Timber redwood dealers.

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Replacement Windows

Season-all Industries' custom-fit NuPrime replacement windows are designed for economical replacement of old windows in existing homes and buildings.

Because they're custom-fit, there's no need to modifY the wall inside or out. Installation is done from the inside, eliminating expense of ladders or scaffolds. And because replacement requires only the removal of the old operating sashes, the window area is open to the elements a short time only making installation possible in spite of the season or the temPerature.

Also, because of the close tolerance 'fit. the installation can be made more air-tight more easily, which minimizes the inergy problem of infiltration' according to the firm.

They are available in double-hung, slider and Picture models, in any size, and with PracticallY anY tYqe glazing, including double and triple insulating glass.

Wanna Get Steamed Up?

Thermasol Ltd., the world's largest manufacturer of steam bath equip- ment and a pioneer of the personal steam bath, has introduced a new steam generator for the residential market.

8" X 20" X 9Y2", it is easily hidden in a vanity, closet, basement, or above a hung ceiling anywhere up to 50 running feet from the installation. It electrically converts water into steam in seconds, at a fraction of the energy and water guzzling rate of the standard shower, with equal cleansing results.

It will be standard equipment with Thermasol's patented new bathroom feature, the -Thermacuzzi Spa. This unit offers the luxury of Thermasol steam. plus a hydrotherapy whirl_ pool, complete in one installation.

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Fireplace Reminder

With Damper Disc from Progressive lnternational Corp. hanging in your fireplace, you can keep the damper closed and relax. As you kneel to light the fire, you will see the disc hanging there and be reminded to pull the damper open. Then remove Damper Disc to the tool stand, where it seryes as a reminder to close the damper again after the fire is out. It keeps hands clean, avoids smokedamaged rooms and conserves heat, the company claims. $1.99.

Density Board

The Homasote Co. has a "Ready- vent" soffitsote.

It is a 318" 440 density board, factory primed on both sides, with die cut vent holes that are covered with a snap-in plastic screen. It is available in widths from 12" to 48", and is also available non-vented.

Outdoor Lighting

Hubbell Lighting's new Sculptured Lightforms series of geometric-shaped outdoor luminaire units features nonsolarizing, ultraviolet stabilized acrylic e nclosure/diffusers.

They are designed to enhance daylight visual environments and provide safety and security at night for walkways, parking areas, malls, buiJding entrances and other pedestrian and vehicular areas.

Heavy-duty, thermal shock and impact-resistant borosilicate glass refractors on all clear enclosure units provide optimum utilization of light, the firm claims.

They may be post top mounted or utilized in a variety of multiple mounting arrangements in upright positions on compatible architectural squarestraight or round-straight poles.

Carded Brass Valves

Jameco Industries, has added a complete line of carded brass valves to its tubular plumbing and water supply program.

New line includes 23 (diy) valves, including drain valves, sink bibbs, gas cocks, sill cocks, gate valves and copper and iron pipe stop valves.

Aluminum Shingles

The Reinke Shake, an aluminum shingle, is new from Reinke Manufacturing Co.

According to the manufacturer, it resists both hail and fire. won't fade and the cost is comparable to conventiona-l wood shingles or shakes. It is made to last. protect and beautify for years. and unlike asphalt and wood, will not rot, burn, or warp, or split, crack or curl from the ravages of winter cold or summer heat. the company .claims. They reportedly hold tight in winds up to 150 mph.

Made of lightweight aluminum, with only 46 lbs. per square, each shake is protected by DeSoto Fluropon, a metal coating with an expected metal protection life of 40 plus years.

Dlamond Sander

New hand sander cuts with pure diamond crystals bonded to a steel matrix. It cuts all woods. ceramics. glass, auto body putty, fiberglass, concrete, plastics and steel. It reportedly cuts sandpaper and can be used wet or dry without loading. $14.95.

DIY Water Filter

A diy water filter system designed for residences and small commercial buildings that is easily installed on the primary water line is new from Omni Corp.

No outside servicing is required, the firm claims. Periodic filter chanees are reportedly easily made with- a special wrench supplied with the filter. The unit also has a built-in bypass system and shut-off valve.

Installation is made by removing a 6-t/2" section of pipe and installing the filter between the ends of the pipe. There is no need to thread or sweat pipe to install the system. Pressure fittings seal securely with the use of a standard wrench, according to the company. $50.

Oak Medicine Cabinets

Heads Up has added two medicine cabinets to its line of oak bathroom furnishings.

Both the Brighton and Concord models are designed for recess mounting in the standard 14"x24" wall opening. They are also suitable for surface mounting. Because they are symmetrical, either cabinet can be used as a righthand door or a lefthand door, depending upon which way they are installed.

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Wine Rack

Quaker Maid kitchens has created a new wine rack designed to blend in with all its kitchen cabinet styles, including modern, country kitchen and traditional.

It fits standard cabinet widths and heights, making it easy to work into new kitchen plans. It can reportedly be easily adapted to bar units and becomes a practical accessory when incorporated into wall furniture.