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Old Fashioned Lighting

ODL Inc. has introduced The Master series, a new collection of decorative lights for doors and sidelight panels.

The cut glass lights, available in either insulated or non-insulated models, include five leaded glass options. Durable zinc caming is hand soldered into watertight leaded panels.

Deeply recessed panels and raised mouldings are duplicated in the molded polyurethane frames and panel inserts. Multiple glass options, door lights and panel designs are available.

Versatile Pine Paneling

Pine Brook 4 is a new lumber paneling from Champion for residential and commercial use.

The 4'x8' planks are reversible. The smooth side features a deep "butterfly" detail while the other side is rough-sawn with a narrow V-groove. Both can be installed vertically, horizontally, diagonally or in a herringbone or chevron pattern.

The paneling is packaged in sevenpiece, shrink-wrapped bundles with complete installation instructions. Each package covers 15 sq. ft. of wall or ceiling space.

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lmproved Stove

A globe-shaped wood andlor coal burning stove with an improved combustion capability is new from the Meridian Group, Inc.

The stove reportedly burns longer on a single load of fuel and can heat 2500sq. ft. orrnore of living space. It is said to be completely immune to damaging and potentially dangerous creosote build-up. Made from refractory material, the stove's outer surface gets warm but never too hot.

The outer shell is covered with ceramic tile but is also available in marble or custom design patterns. It comes in a varietv of colors.

Fur Storage Vault

Viking Leisure Products Co. has introduced a fur vault designed to store furs at home year round.

Maintaining a temperature between 53 " and 57 lF, it provides an excellent storage for woolens as well.

The vault comes complete with walls and ceiling panels, storage rack, carpeted floors, door with lock. cooling unit and built-in control. The prefinished interior and exterior mav be used as delivered or matched to existing cabinets or paneling.

window offers three or four segments.

All exterior portions of the units are pre-trimmed in color coordinated vinyl stock, eliminating the need for filler or brick molding. Each window is shipped with installation instructions and recommendations for roof and support mechanism coverings.

Roof Window

A new roof window which can be used for new construction or remodeling projects for additional sunlight and ventilation comes from Marvin Windows.

The sash and frame are made of Ponderosa pine with an aluminum cladding wrap around the exterior for a maintenance-free finish.

The energy-saving and durable weatherproof window is insulated with Low-E glass for the interior and tempered glass for the exterior. It features a fiberglass screen, and has a remote control module for easv opening.

Ready to Assemble Shower

New from E.L. Mustee & Sons is the Durastall shower stall, a freestanding kd cabinet with an exterior pecan woodgrain finish and a color coordinated bone interior.

The shower stall is available in standard 32"x32" and extended 36'x36' sizes. A tempered glass door with built-in towel bar is optional.

The rust and leak resistant product is said to be easy to assemble and install.

In and Out Building Board

A new 10090 asbestos-free board which can be used for both external and internal applications, eliminating the need to stock two separate boards, is being marketed by Brit-Am Venture.

Bay and Bow Windows

CertainTeed Corp. has introduced a new solid vinyl bay and bow window, custom-fabricated with head and seat for easy installation into any slze operung.

The double glazed entries provide a tight fit and are virtually maintenance free. They can be used for new construction and remodeling projects.

The bay window can be designed with either a 30o or 45o projeciion. The center segment is avail-able in either a picture or double-hung design, while side units feature a deadlight or double-hung system. The bow

Non-combustible, moisture-resistant, and reportedly easy to work with, the multi-purpose board can be cut, nailed, drilled, bonded, stamped and sanded. The board is available in a variety of sizes and in four thicko€SS€s; Composed of cement bonded with cellulose and other organic fibers, it provides strength, and features an off-white finish. It is also available in compressed form (UltraBoard SP).

The product is said to have an expected life span of over 4O years, and to resist cracking or breaking when struck, restricting damage to a small area around the point of impact.

Three.Way Bulb Conversion

A new electronic device which converts regular light bulbs into 3-way bulbs is from I.Q. Industries.

The device screws into the socket of any 3-way lamp, and accepts any 15 to 150 watt regular bulb and gives it a 3-level light capability. It is said to extend the life of regular bulbs up to thirty times longer.

In addition, users reportedly can get at least 25s/o more light per watt than with 3-way bulbs.

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