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Nearly a billion board feet a year of lumber pour smoothly to the market place from our mills.

RSG Douglas Fir, Hem-Fir and Western Red Cedar are distributed throughout the West and across the country with cost efficiency by ratl, truck and piggy back vans

Huge sea-going barges, carrying 6 million feet of lumber each. load at our docks on the Columbia River and deliver to Pacif ic and Atlantic coast destinations Our customers take advantage of our proximity to Oregon and Washington ports for overseas shipments.

So rememberit's not onlv our production r:anacitv {lexihilitv and technical vqyuv'!t, innovation that make the difference it's also our shipping knowhow

You can count on RSG

Pair OfTool Pouches

Two new all-leather tool pouches riveted and stitched to withstand rugged use have been introduced by Vaco Products.

One has four large, gussetted utility pockets, two plier pockets, four screwdriver pockets and a knife snap. The 10" x 10" holder is slotted to fit belts up to l-3l4" wide.

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Mahogany Levels

Top-of-the-line'l-beam levels of Honduran Mahogany are now available from Empire Level Manufacturing Corp.

The levels have a continuous aluminum frame around the length of the tool to prevent warpage. Neoprene end plates eliminate sharp corners and provide high shock absorbance.

Three lengths are offered: 24" with hand grips and 48" and 72" with hand holes.

A larger pouch features two closed-end pockets for long screwdrivers, two small pockets for stubby screwdrivers, a big double pocket for pliers, a special partitioned pocket for a 9-in. torpedo level, special pockets for wire stripper, awl and steel tape, two additional pockets, knife snap and anchored tape thong

Power House

A new solar battery maintainer from Solarex Corp. reportedly can significantly extend the life of 12volt batteries.

The BatteryMate is a photovoltaic unit that turns sunlight into a steady flow of electricity, offsetting battery drain.

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PreFab Garport

Porta Carport, a prefabricated shelter for cars, boats, recreational vehicles or stored goods, is new from Carport Distributors.

The roof is fabricated from enameled steel and offered in various colors. Standard sizes are 12' x 21' and 20' x 21', and custom orders are also available.

Options include steel sides for constructing a storage building, screened sides for a summer enclosure, or transparent, woven plastic sides and roof for a greenhouse.

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British Kitchen lmport

High fashion Supersinks are now available in the U.S. from Spring Ram American of England.

The sinks are manufactured from Asterite, a revolutionary new material said to resist heat, staining, scratching and chipping.

The l, l-l/2, 2 and 2-1/2 bowl kits come complete with all hookups and are available in eight colors.

Triple Shingles

An asphalt hip and ridge shingle with a built-in hinge for easy folding in a "2" shape for triple layering is new from Elk Corp. When nailed in place and overlaid, it is said to create a deeper shadow line without the time and expense of doubling pieces

Fire Gontrol

A new spray-on fire retardant has been introduced by WHS Sales, Inc.

Flame Barrier reportedly is safe to use on natural, synthetic and blended fabrics and textiles, and around children and pets.

The non-toxic, non-staining liquid can be used on such items as upholstered furniture, curtains, mattresses, artificial flowers and camping gear.

It is available in 16 oz., 32 oz. and 64 oz. spray-pump bottles.

Realistic Burning

A new device from the Gas Research Institute simulates the warm appearance of a wood fire in natural gas frreplaces.

special coating seeds the flame with a colorant to produce a realistic, yellowish-orange fire.

of standard shingles on hips and ridges.

The product comes in 39-318" x l3-l/4" shingles, perforated for segmenting into four l3-l/4" x9-27/32" ready to fold and apply pieceswith no cutting required.

The ridge is also pre-tapered to eliminate the need for hand trimming of the head lap before application.

It has a 5-518" exposure and comes in six colors.

Lawn In A Bag

Four seasons' worth of fertilizer in one package has been introduced by KOOS, Inc.

Four lawn applications are Packaged in self-spreading poly-bags, including fertilizer with crab grass control, weed control, insect control and fall starter fertilizer. Each bag weighs 4 lbs.

The products require no spreader, since the bottom of the bags can be cut to reveal a series of holes. Shaken across the lawn, the inverted bags evenly distribute the fertilizer.

Brass For The Bath

Ten polished brass bath accessories are new from NuTone.

Crafted of hot-forged solid brass, the Sovereign line includes two paper holders and towel rings; 24" towel or robe hook; soap holder, tumber holder or urn and brush set with ceramic components, and glass shelf with solid brass trim.

Each piece is protected by a clear lacquer surface and constructed with concealed-screw mountings.

When positioned over the burner for the gas fireplace log, a rod with a

Ladder Legs

A ladder accessory to improve the stability and safety of any ladder'has been introduced by Saf-T-Legs, lnc.

The coloring effect reportedly will last 1,000 to 1,500 hours ofexposure to the flames, thus needing replacement every three to five years.

bolt securely and easily to any standard extension ladder or stepladder.

They are adjustable from 8'to l4', and feature nylon and rubber foot pads and a hinged-bar design for compact folding.

Inhale, Exhale

The versatile Inflator/Deflator has been introduced by Campbell Hausfeld.

Operating on standard llS-volt household current, the compressor weighs 5 lbs., is equipped with a han- dle and wall hanger, and includes a built-in pressure gauge, 8-ft. air hose, universal adaptor and three in' flation nozzles.

Rated at 125 psi, the tool is said to deliver air more than three times faster than comparable models.

Sealant Shooter

A new foam sealant applicator gun providing fast, one-hand operation, greater control and more accurate placement of expanding urethane foam is new from Grace Construction Products.

tion of basements, floors, walls and ceilings, the products offer low water vapor permeability and shrink resistance and contain a flame retardant.

The first type of system has a cream time of 3.5 seconds and a tack-free time of l3 seconds, while the second has a cream time of 4 to 4.5 seconds and a tack-free time of I 8 seconds.

Rounded Blocks

A finishing touch for glass block walls and dividers has been introduced by Pittsburgh Corning Corp.

Featuring a finished surface on one edge, the 8-in. sq. EndBlock allows the finishing of a wall or partition without the use of opaque wood, masonry, metallic framework or other dissimilar materials.

Tastefully Organized

A collection of hand-finished. fabric-covered designer storage organizers is new from I Was Framed.

The durable, lightweight metal gun attaches to a Polycel sealant can. The tool's unique design eliminates hoses, reduces waste and incorporates a positive shutoffthat eliminates foam drip. It has a narrow barrel for easy handling in tight places.

CFG-Free Foam Spray

Two new rigid polyurethane foam spray systems containing no chlorofluorocarbons have been introduced to the U.S. by Resina Chemie B.V. oi the Netherlands.

Designed especially for the insula-

The stackable boxes may be mixed and matched to hold shoes, jewelry, belts, bags, hats, sweaters, blouses, scarves, linens and sleepwear. Each piece is made of durable chipboard and requires no installation or tools.

Matching desk top and vanity accessories, datebooks, picture frames and wastebaskets are also offered.

Patch In A Pinch

A kit to repair hollow wall damage, leaving a flush surface for painting or papering, has been introduced by Marshalltown Trowel Co.

The Patch It! kit contains special adhesive-treated, flexible boards which are attached to the inside of the wall and shaped and formed to fill the hole prior to application of a repair compound. Also included are complete instructions and sandpaper.