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Movable Moulding

Flexible moulding that can be shaped into three different profiles has been introduced by Vinyl Moldings, Inc.

Actually a wooden moulding wrapped in vinyl, Tri-Trim features a special groove along its backside, allowing it to bend around corners. The same piece may be used flat as a border or flexed for inside or outside corners.

The moulding is said not to crack or chip and wipes clean with a damp cloth or household cleaner. Special color-matched putty may be used to smooth over joints and to cover nail heads.

Fifteen different colors and simulated wood finishes are offered.

Filled-Out Forms

A prefabricated insulated concrete form, providing a one-step system to insulate the perimeter of concrete slab-on-grade and raisedfloor stemwall foundations, is new from Thermal Form, Inc.

Eliminating the need for wooden forms, the system requires only the insulation board for a form. and it permanently locks to the foundation. Perimeter insulation reportedly is easy to install, saves energy, requires no special tools, eliminates product waste, is cost-effective, complies with code requirements, and saves labor by allowing framing to be started earlier since there is no need for stripping and handling wooden forms, bonding insulation to the concrete, and covering for ultraviolet ray protection.An added "bug-seal" prevents infestation between the insulation and the concrete.

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Flow Out The Barrel

The first do-it-yourself barrel fountain kit has been developed by Barrels Unlimited, Inc.

The three or four barrel kits contain a 430 gallon per hour, adjustable flow, submersible Cal Pump; custom acrylic spillways; polyvinyl hose; hardware: silicone. and instructions.

With a weatherable polymer cover over Styrofoam board, the 12ft. lengths are 1 lb. per ft. in weight, 8 Io 24 in. in height, l-l/2 or 2 in. thick and have an R-7 or R-10 rating.

Double Chested

A medicine chest that is actually two medicine cabinets in one has been introduced by Padeh Inc.

A double-hinged two handle door allows the placement of one medicine cabinet behind the other while occupying the wall space of only one. The door is opened to the right to allow access to one cabinet, and to the left to get into the second.

The Space-Saver cabinet also features oak construction, right and left turning beveled mirrored glass, and adjustable oak storage shelves.

Once assembled and filled. the fountain recirculates water, so there is no need for a continuous water supply.

Additional items required for assembly include half oak barrels, leg support posts and basic tools.

Redwood Louver Vents

Louvers and vents manufactured from clear all heart, vertical grain, kiln dried redwood and galvanized hardware cloth are offered by Blue Ox Manufacturing.

Clear butyl sealant prevents water leakage.

Shapes available include circles, half circles. vertical and horizontal ovals, left and right quadrants, round tops, arch tops, gothic tops, square tops and octagons.

Redwood foundation vents, redwood eave rafter vents and galvanized soffit screens are also offered.

August 1988

Petite Parquet

A new do-it-yourself parquet has been introduced by Bruce Hardwood Floors.

ish of 18 different colors in 2-l/2", 4" and6" heights, packaged in 4'sections or 100' continuous rolls (cove and toeless). Matching inside and outside pre-molded corners are also available.

Snappy Planter

Treated pine planter box kits are new from Ajax Yardworks.

Mouldings ThatAdd Color

The first color-permeated line of pre-finished decorator PVC mouldings have been introduced by Gossen Corp.

Finger-Oak, 6" x6" x 5/16" thick solid oak parquet, is installed using wire inserts and tongue and groove construction.

It reportedly requires no waxing because of its lustrous finish of four coats ofurethane, each coat cured by ultra violet light.

The flooring comes packaged l0 sq. ft. per carton and palletized with its own p-o-p display header.

Kits contain all necessary trim boards and pre-assembled squares. The treated material is guaranteed to resist insects and deterioration for 40 years.

Prisma cellular PVC moulding is said not to chip or peel when exposed to dampness. cold. heat or wear-and-tear.

Ten color-matched profiles are offered, along with a color-matched putty to conceal joints and nail holes.

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Base Value

A wall base with the advantages of heavier gauge rubber base, but softer, lighter and more pliable is new from Mercer Products Co.

Super Sills

Patio door sills made out of the polycarbonate resin Lexan to provide low thermal conductivity and reduced roller friction are now available from Intek Weatherseal Products Inc.

Each piece has a removable protective film applied for protection during transport and handling. The mouldings come in pre-cut 7 ft. and 8 ft. lengths, shipped eight to 13 pieces per carton (depending on the profile).

Charcoal Cooker

A clean, safe and simple charcoal fire-starting device said to have cooking-ready coals in l5 minutes is new from Char-Chef.

Made of rust-resistant aluminized steel with a satin finish, Char-Star is stuffed loosely with crumpled newspaper in its bottom compartment, placed on foil and filled with charcoal. The paper is lit and soon after the red-hot coals are ready to be emptied into the grill.

The product features a rolled top for added strength, a heat-dissipating handle ergonomically designed to ease lifting and pouring, and a comfortable hardwood grip.

The base is said not to shrink, fade. oxidize. or turn brittle. It will remain flexible across a wide range of temperatures and resist scuffs and abrasions.

Rubberlyte comes in a matte fin-

The sills are said to stay warm on the inside, eliminating frost build-up and the cold, drafty feeling that can result from poor performing aluminum sills.

The Lexan material, which is also used in sports helmets and aircraft windshields, reportedly reduces friction between the sill and the door rollers, providing smooth, quiet door operation.

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Country Microwave Cart

The Countrl Home microwave oven cartfrom Bush Industries accommodates modern conveniences in a casual. country kitchen.

The utilitl' cart features handcralted panel doors. a spacious storage cabinet. full-srze utensil drawer, brass pulls. brass-hooded casters, and an optional, add-on hutch with adjustable condiment shelf.

by color: blue for compression. orange for flare, and yellow for pipe. A sizing bar and graphics permit quick determination of proper frtting size and type.

The line includes a thread clio. fine-pointed embroidery scissors. sewing scissors, household shears, offset handle shears. and barber shears.

Texture Added

A popular flexible wall coating for concrete. cinder block and gypsum is now available in a textured version from Plastics & Resins.

Plumbing parts come in resealable Shur-Lock packages. How-to-brochures and illustrated bulk cabinet insert cards are included with the display.

Shear Luck

The cart nreasures 34" high x 265/8" u ide x 20-.1i8 dcep. u hile the matching hutch is 17' high x 26--518" wide x 20--l/8" deep. .\ssembly is simple since much of the hardware is already' in place.

Plumb Right

A new replacement plumbing parts merchandiser from Chicago Specialty' Manufacturing Co. reportedly makes selection of fittings faster and easier for customers.

A header categorizes the products

A full line of lightweight scissors and shears, fenturing an adjustable screw in the pivot joint (in place of a rivet) for precise tension adjustment and ease of use. is rrow of fered bv Clauss Clutlerv Co.

Polagard Flex-O-Tex may be used to repair and recoat cracked and failing stucco after regular Polagard has been applied as a flexible basecoat. It produces a textured topcoat.

Said to cut through twice as many' layers as competitive brands. Scizzlers have high quality stainless steel blades, comfortable plastic handles. and special planing to allow fabrics or paper to cut away smoothly.

;\lthough they are waterproof and highll' elastic, the products will allow moisture vapor from within the wall to escape. They may be applied over siding and metal panels for a stonelike appearance.

The coatings come in white and standard colors, but may also be custom-tinted. They are packed in fir,e-gallon pails.

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