NEW PRODUGTS

And Selected Sales Aids

lnstant D-l-Y Deck

A complete, ready-to-assemble deck kit which lets homeowners build a 6 ft. x 6 ft. wood deck module in about 30 minutes is now available from Handy Home Products.

and all required hardware for attaching shelves to both stud and drywall.

All holes are pre-drilled and screws are capped to show how far to insert into the wall. Endcaps slide into place after hardware has been screwed into board ends. Shelves are attached to the wall by keyholes and screws.

The product will hold up to 100 lbs., and is available in l0 decorator colors and two sizes (2' x 9" and 3' x 9").

Cabinet Door Display

A new cabinet door replacemenl display is now available from Quality Doors.

Only a hammer is needed, as pre-cut boards are inserted into a pre-shaped frame.

Shelving [Without Brackets]

The first bracketless shelving unit designed for the home decorating market has been introduced by Weyerhaeuser Co.

Moulding Line Up

A wide range of hard-to-find oak and basswood mouldings from House of Fara can be used to accent cabinets, doors, shelves and other wood products throughout the home.

Manufactured from the best quality laminates, Formations contains a shelf board, two endcaps which act as bookends on each side, Tr

The colorful 3' x 4' end-cap merchandiser includes before-after photos, how-to installation photos and a holder for "how-to-order" literature. Door samples can also be included as part of the display so that no stocking by the retailer is necessary.

The custom-made doors and drawer fronts are available in 12 door designs and four hardwoods.

The large architectural mouldings come in plain and embossed styles, each piece individually shrink-wrapped for protection and labeled with its length and identification number.

A complete merchandising program, which includes display racks, colorful signs and take-home literature, is designed to help the mouldings to sell themselves.

Bubbling With Excitement

A premium whirlpool bath line in a variety of sizes, colors and trim options has been introduced by NoviAmerican.

Installed in a conventional 5 ft. alcove, corner or island arrangement, the acrylic/ABS constructed tubs feature adjustable jets and anatomically designed rests.

The BubbleTub line is composed of three models in five colors. Thev may be trimmed in chrome, polisheil brass or antique brass, and colormatched fittings are available on the white and almond versions.

Outdoor Screws

Galvanized screws that are hotdipped zinc-coated for exterior decking use have been introduced by Maze Nails.

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Using an exclusive Zinclad Process to provide a rust-resistant finish ideal for use with cedar, redwood or treated lumber, the screws are designed for decking, fences, steps and other outdoor uses.

Wood to wood "zipper" threads offer an extremelY tight griP, and No. 2 Phillips head makes Power drill driving quick and easy.

Thev are available in four sizes (l-5l8t. 2".2-l/2" and 3"), allowing greater selection for each specific job.

Make A Spectacle

A grip cap merchandiser designed to-cr-eate- added display space is new from Clairson International.

P0RTABIE inlrared gas heaters lrom Aitken Products, Inc., fit atop LP gas tanks to start equipment, thaw pipes or warm workmen.

Elevated Tray

A tray which easily transforms a stepladder into a workbench is new from Kaed Corp.

units may be used for forming an inside and outside corner as well as straight inline soffits. The hollow desien accommodates stove top veniing and recessed lighting.

Mower Service

A tool for removing lawn mower blades, Blade-Aid, is new from Magnadyne Industries.

The 48" high x 14" wide x 5" deep unit adds 9 sq. ft. of selling spaie by hanging from the sides on an end-cap displaY.

It comes comPlete with 20 hooks and hanging hardware, featuring cross bars that can be hung anYwhere on the merchandiser and guard rails for Protection.

Available in a zinc or cream eDoxv finish. it has one-Piece consiruciion with fold-out sides.

Constructed from 1/8" highdensity polyethylene, the 18" x 26" Ladder Caddie reportedly attaches to the top of any ladder, 'regardless of classification, material or size. Two zinc-plated steel support arms and a connection bracket allow the workbench area to support uP to 100 lbs.

Additionally, a circular dePression in the tray offers stability for a one gallon paint can plus small parts and tools.

The product comes packaged in a corrugated cardboard box, featuring a full color picture and description of applications.

Special Soffit System

A new kitchen and bath soffrt system comprised of pre-fabricated 48-in. sections of exPanded polystyrene has been introduced by Epsco, Inc.

The lightweight, easily installed

The all steel hand grip tool securely holds the blade while it is loosened or tightened without fear of the blade turning or skinning knuckles.

The tool is reportedly designed for all types of rotary lawn mowers.

Hadwood Mouldittg Alternate

A new line of wood mouldings featuring the look and feel of natural hardwood mouldings is now available from DG Mouldings.

Decorator Wood Classics mouldings come in prestained oak or in uhfinished oak and birch grains. - The products come in ranchstyle, co-lonial and S-4-S profiles.

For mor€ information on New Products write The Merchont Mogozine.4500 CamPus Dr. Suite 480. Newport Beach. Ca. 92660Please mention issue date and Page number so we can Process Your request faster! Many thanks!

Gate Keeper manent ink, the merchandisers also include a stand-up header.

,. An extra security auxiliary cy- linder spring deadlatch has been 9gsigned for all gated entries by Kwikset.

The Merchant Magazlne

The -5l8-in x 6 ft. folding rule is made of well seasoned hardwood with a tough, clear, abrasion-resistant finish; large, easy-to-read numbers embedded in the wood, and spring joints and end caps of strong brass-plated steel.

The l6-ft. tape measure comes in a lightweight, high-strength matte-black fi nished case, featuring a positive toggle lock that holds the blade securely at any length and black numbers on a vellow background.

The gatelatch features a precision six-pin, solid brass cylinder which permits a greater variety of tumbler combinations.

Ink Spray Display

Spray stencil ink from C.H. Hanson Co. is now available with a sixpack merchandiser.

Packaged with three cans of black and three cans of white per-

The ink cans provide information on stencil applications and lnstructlons.

For Good Measure

Three different measuring toolstwo tapes and a folding wood rule - are now available in the I-ufkin Measure Pack.

The 5-ft. tape is in a high-impact polystyrene case with a hook ring that is retained neatly in the contoured mouth of the case. The yellow-clad steel case has highly visible black and red markinss. Iloth tapes are replaceable.

Transparent Drawers

See-through utilitl drawers which providc exlra sl()rilgc splrcc urlder any flat horizontal surface arc ne\\' liom Rubbermaid.

lar barn clesign whiclt conlbincs it traditronal colonial silhouette * tth heavl' duti roof constrltction ancl solicl. factory assctlrblccl swlng cloors. Also f'caturecl is a slat rool clesign syslcnt with no crPoseil lasteners. doLrblc roof bcitnr and ll twtl-point lock sl stenr.

Optional accessories include a lirLrrttlltion kit, slrclf s) stcnls. rtttit' kit ancl shecl ligltt.

t:asy to install. thel conle u ttl.t hardware. instructions ancl a pattern to guide nlollnting of' tlle brackels bencath shelvcs in the kilchcn' bath. sarase. office or workshoP "

I)-rlwers arc ll-i/'1" r.liclc and 173/8" wide to llt standard cabinets.

New Storage Buildings

Two new storagc br"rilding nloclels featuring the corroston pfotcction ol'zinc girlrrrniztng on ctcrr steel paft have bccn addccl to ,\rrow's Presidential Series linc.

The Atlrrnts builtling ltrts lt.rizontal wood grain enlbossed siclitigdove gral ivith colonial blue trtnr t<l match n ith most ertcriors. Stucl construction provides added rein1'orcement. solid slicling doors travel on qualitl' glicles firr no-stick clependabilitr. rtnd drop-rn puncls of-f er fast. casl' assenlblY.

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Fireproof Duct

A new fire resistant aluminum duct. for dryers from Deflecto Corp. is s-a!d^to withstand temperatures tip to 284" F.

of convenience and frozen foods is new from Sharp Electronics Corp.

The Munchkin features a one touch, pre-programmed command pad; .3 cu. ft. size with 400 watts of output power, and under-the_ cabinet design.

The Merchant Magazlne booster cables, aerosol fix-a-flat. l2 volt emergency light, gas siphon pump and hose, fold-up water bae. help flag, safety flare, Sungie cord, tie. straps, _bailing wire, duct tape, rubber mallet and screwdriver.The kit has a one year warranty.

Sampling Hardware Finishes

Metal hardware finishes can now be chosen with Schlage's sample selector kit.

Unlike vinyl hose which melrs under the same conditions, Supurr- I.'lex better contains the hazarils of flash fires from lint buildup or dryer malfunction.

Constructed of five layers of alternate aluminum and polyester bound into a base wire helix without the use of glue, it is packaged in 5 and 8 ft. lengths.

Short Order Gook

A sub-compact microwave oven designed for heating single servings

Two models are available. with the hig^her-end unit also having a tim.e-of-day clock, digital display and two power settings. Each coines in a choice of ivory, red or yellow.

Accidental Preparations

An auto emergency kit has been assembled by Alltrade Inc. Packed in a handy, blow molded case, the set includes batterv

_ fl" company's I I most popular lrntshes are represented by 1" metal discs kept together on a ring for easy portability and conveniente.

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Solid Brass Hinge Tips

Solid brass hinge tip kits from Stanley Hardware are now available with a counter top display rack.

ished wall plaque features a red and beige rooster announcing the new day. with the morning sun rising below. At the bottom, a digital thermometer displays the temperature in both F-ahrenheit and centigrade.

driven into the wall with amounting screw then threaded into Place. This action splays the spring steel legs, providing instant, griPPing tension.

The anchor may be removed bY unthreading the mounting screw, which also returns the anchor legs to their original position. The body then slides back out through the slit, without leaving a large hole.

The rack is designed to hold over 15 carded items. The cards hang from three hooks and are topped bY a 6" x 12" header with installation photographs.

Rooster With A Temperature

A liquid crystal thermometer in the shape of a rooster is new from Miller Studio.

The handpainted and handfin- nThe Chanticleer model stands 7" high and is packaged in an attractive gift box.

Hang Tough

A new wall anchor said to eliminate the drilling, gaping holes and guesswork often associated with conventional mounting hardware has been introduced by Grabber Corp.

Wall Grabber's spiked legs are

The device is designed for use in drywall, pegboard, plaster, masonry, cinder block, wood paneling, hollowcore doors and foamcore surfaces. Decorator hooks are also available.

3 In 1 Sink

A stylish new sink from Kohler is really three sinks in one.

ations, such as sales and estimates, to most back office operations, including writing checks, preparing purchase orders, writing letters, printing price lists, making general ledger entries and preparing daily and month-end report.

The Merchant Magazine contoured edge to create a classic clapboard appearance, it uses a triple 3-l/3" configuration.

Shutter In Style

Designer shuttersets are now available from Wing Industries.

Measuring 22" x 18", the selfrimming, cast iron Entertainer has a 7" deep basin and an accessory tray with a strainer cup and hardwood cutting board. The smoke gray tray is made from durable, impact resistant acrylic.

The sink is drilled for a sinele hole faucet.

Terminal Savings

A more compact, less expensive desk-top computer terminal is now available from ProfitMaster Computer Systems.

For use on ProfitMaster 300. 600 and 800 series systems, MoOef 924 is capable of a wide range of functions, from point-of-sale trans-

Additionally, the teminal can be connected directly to a printer to conserve cable connection space on the host computer.

Turn-Of -The-Century Siding

Provincial siding, a contoured smooth, solid vinyl siding featuring a turn of the century design, is new from VIPCO.

With a natural satin finish and lU ) Sroorropr,Co

Offered in a movable louver or a Heritage glass panel design, the window treatments feature clear. readvto-finish Ponderosa pine.

They come in a wide range of size options, fully assembled and ready to attach to wall or window iamb.

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Manufacturers of Redwood & Doug Fir Lumber

Quality Redwood Sawmill

Specializing in long length redwood & Jir dimension

Distribution center, remanufacturing mill & headquarters for all operations. Redwood, Pine, Cedsr, Plywood & Specialty Products.

Furniture Foot Pads

Felt floor protectors which allow wood furniture legs to slide easily over hard floors such as linoleum, asphalt tile and terrazzo are now available from Shepherd Products U.S.. Inc.

so that it swivels between two 6 ft. posts buried 3 to 4 ft. into the eround.

- The kit includes a pole (lengths up to 100 ft. are available on special oider); two 6 ft. pressure treated posts; galvanized bolts, washers and nuts for the tilt mechanism; a brushed aluminum cap with a Pulley; a gold anodized aluminum ball; a_rope with three snaps, and the free flag.

State and f'ederal highwaY departments require such geotextile^s because they increase pavement life span, saving in installation and lons-term appearance. Home build"rsihoose ii ior erosion control and reduction of weed growth.

Assembled For A Hanging

A handy 6l-piece hanging accessory assortment filled with sultcient hooks, hangers, wire and screw eyes to mount several Pictures is new from Miller Studio.

Especially protective on fine hardwood flooring, the pads reportedly will not stick or scratch and are easily installed with the tap of a hammer.

They are available in 7 /8" , l" and l-1/2" diameters and packaged four per blister card.

Flag For Freedom

A free 3 ft. x 5 ft. American flag comes with a new wood flagPole kit from McFarland Cascade.

The flagpoles are straight Douglas fir, 25 ft. to 35 ft. long, designed so that the top tilts down, and mounted wFor more information on New Products write The Merchant Magozine,4500 CamPus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beach, Ca.92660.

Please mention issue date and Page number so we can Process Your request faster! Many thanks!

Support & Filter Fabric

A high-strength, sPunbonded polypropylene, light-weight construction fabric reportedly proven to lower construction costs and prolong project life is now distributed for DuPont by the building products division of Palmer G. Lewis Co.

According, to engineers, TYPar 3401 acts as a support agent in road construction, controls erosion, allows free passage of water while retaining soil and maintains a position between aggregate and subsoil.

Also new to the Magic-Mounts line are several hooks, including two swag hooks in antique brass and painled white, a safetY cuP hook. a safety mug hook and a suction hook; an antique brass decorative hanger, and two types of wire (copper and galvanized) in 25 ft. lengths.