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Serving The Industry Since 1918
Adams & Co. is an expert in the quick movement <lf building materials all over the 11 Western $tates. We concentrate on building materials so we can do a betterJob. We know how to work with these products and commodities to provide the quick quality service you need. Use our fleet of 20 truck$, our rail spur and our ample storage capabilities to do the job better, faster.
Drain Pipe Display
Fernco, Inc. offers merchandising aids to help retailers display and sell PlumbQwik drain pipe connectors.
The lightweight, self-sufficient floor display units utilize just I % sq. ft. of floor space. The 12"x18"x48" all-wire unit has three shallow basket ghelves and three wire hooks to display an assortment of drain pipe connectors.
Standard shelf plan-o-grams may be ordered to use existing shelf space. Point-of-purchase header signs and product brochures are also available.
CircularSawWrench
The new Bassett circular saw wrench is said to be a safe, fast and easy way to change blades on hand held circular saws.
It is operated by sliding its pin between the teeth of the saw blade to hold the blade while the mounting bolt is loosened or tightened by using the wrench handle.
It fits 5Vz" to 1Vz" diameter blades and is available for Vz" or 9/16" mounting bolts.
q Storage Mini-Barn Kit
Designed for limited area yards requiring a storage structure, Jer Manufacturing has added the Lil' Shed to its line of wooden building kits.
With double doors and the option of interior division, the 4' x 8' fullheadroom shed can also provide swimming poolside dressing space.
The compact kit includes frame and trim pieces pre-cut and numbered, all hardware, nails, roof cap shingles, and step-by-step assembly instructions. Dealers supply standard dimension studs, siding and roof panels.

Drywall Adhesive
3C Drywall & Construction
Adhesive is formulated for installation of drywall gypsum board to wood or metal studs and masonrY surfaces.
One-surface aPPlication eliminates field nailing of board on walls, reduces fasteners up to 7090, solidifies construction and reduces sound transmission. WaterProof, strong and flexible, it maY be used for both interior and exterior general construction.
Available in 29 fl. oz. cartridges, 5-gal. pails and 55 gal drums.
Wood Finish Displays
Minwax Company, Inc., has announced the availability of new point-of-sale materials for both interior and exterior wood finishes.

A hanging display, measuring ll" x 25", shows the full range of interior wood finishes on actual wood chips. Antique oil finish and polyurethanes are also shown.
Semi-transparent and solid color exterior wood finishes are shown on two separate hanging displays. Each measures 10" x 16" and can be hung from shelf facings. A fan deck showing both finishes on actual wood chips is also available.
In addition, a 4 ft. header board, to be mounted on a store fixture or used as an end cap, shows the complete range of exterior wood finish colors on large pine panels. A pocket holds a supply of color cards and Tips on Wood Finishing booklets.
Solid-State Dimmers
New solid-state dimmers that reduce KWHR consumption without sacrificing nighttime viewing are available from General Electric.
A full-line of dimmers for incandescent lamps includes built-in, remote table-top switch and lampcord feedthrough styles, and a twolevel toggle dimmer for built-in applications.
There are five full-range rotary dimmers, three single-pole and two three-way, that let the user dial the desired brightness level. They are rated 75-600W, and two models.are lighted so they can be quickly seen in a dark room.
The table-top remote and lampcord feedthrough models are rated for 75-300W applications. The table top model provides remote control up to six feet from the outlet. The lampcord model features easy installation, with insulation-piercing contact points.
Skylight Curbing
Odl Inc. has introduced an energy efficient aluminum curbing system to use in conjunction with double and triple domed skylights or insulated glass skylights.
Made from heavy duty aluminum painted bronze for protection against corrosion, the integral thermal break design includes l" polystyrene insulation core, fiberboard interior trim and dual sealing gaskets with a pre-drilled nailing flange.
A Change Going On
We are cutting Douglas fir posts and timbers from 6x6 through l2xl2 to lengths of I' to 40' with dapping, drilling and angle cuts. Also 2", 3" & 4" Economy through #1 & Btr. Give us a call on your cut-to-length inquiries.
Conveniently located between Arcata and Eureka, Ca., on the freeway at the Bracut Industrial Park. Rail or T&T shipments. P.S. We still maintain an inventory of over a million feet of dry redwood uppers.
Knotty Pine for D-l.Y
A new, thick-cut, knotty pine board from American Forest Products Company is said to provide consumers with both easy workability and excellent strength.
Hefti Board is a smooth, straight, l-l/8" Western pine produced for d-i-y projects, such as desks, shelves and tables. Thicker, wider and reportedly more durable than conventional pine boards, it combines the close grain and soft texture of pine with premium appearance and strength in pre-cut dimensions.
Finger-jointed and edge-glued, it is available in ten popular sizes, from 16" to 24" wide and 18" to 72" long.
As part of a new consumer products program, it is being offered with comprehensive dealer support services including weekly deliveries, centralized purchasing, LCL minimums and multiple yard deliveries. Point-of-purchase materials, such as a free Hefti Ideos brochure and sales promotions are available. Display racks hold an assortment of sizes with each board individually shrink wrapped.
Domestic Ond Imported Softwoods Ond Hordwoods

Restyle Old Tile
Originally designed to be used directly over existing tile to revitalize shower or tub deior, Deco-Tyle motifs have expanded to prebuilt fiberglass tubs, shower doors, Formica tubs, Marlite tubs, mirrors and metal.
In the kitchen, they may be used behind ranges, on or above cabinets, soffits and sink areas, on countertops, as a cutting board/hotplate, or to cover up blemishes or mars. TheY also adhere to paneling, sheet-rock and brick.
The tiles, which come in a variety of styles, colors and sizes, can be used to create ceramic relief designs throughout the house.
Packaged ina do-it-yourself kit by Deco-Tyle, they come with all materials needed for installation and easy-to-follow instructions.
Traditional Lockset
Valli & Colombo is introducing Castiglia as the newest model in their privacy and passage lockset serles.
The design, traditional with emphasis on quality and craftsmanship, is available in bright brass and antique brass. Designed specifically
Free Reader Service
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European Entry
Styled in the formal European elegance so much in vogue for today's homes, the Liberty is an imported handcrafted entry door from Bel Air Door Co., Inc.
The handsome Philippine hardwood is accented by leaded glass in the Eden pattern.
for solid brass lever handles, it fits in a standard 2 l/8" cross-bore hole and standard edge bore in doors I 3./8" as standard and I 3/4" thick (with adapter). Available in 2 3/8" or 2 3/4" backset, it has an integral privacy lock with emergency release, full retraction of latch with 25 " depression of handle, and a reversible latch.
The door, one of a new line of stile and rail panel models constructed of tanguile and lauan hardwoods, comes in a standard stock size of 36" wide x 80" high x l3A" thick. The panels are lVr" thick for added security as well as appearance.
Bel Air also has a line of securitv and fire rated doors with over 2b design options.
Imported And Domestic Woods
Our aim is to lill your requirements, promptly, with competitivelv priced quality products.
Jim Forgie Jim Summerlin