NEW PRODUIBTS

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Oak Parquet Flooring

Whitehall oak parquet flooring, introduced by Chickasaw, provides an economical approach to parquet patterns normally considered "custom" floors, according to the maker.

Whitehall consists of 6"x 6" squares and 2 l/4" x 14 l/4" bands, which are assembled during installation into the Marie Antoinette pattern. A second pattern, called Wellington, can be laid with the same parquet members. All pieces are full 3/4" thickwith beveled perimeter edges prefinished in the antique brown or unfinished.

Marie Antoinette is copied from a section of the famous Hall of Mirrors floor in Versailles Palace. Wellington pattern is a creation of Chickasaw designers.

Chickasaw floors and floor waxes are products of Memphis Hardwood Flooring Company.

FSolarPowered Blind

Sun Sense, Blind Mind, and Electr' Blind are new products from Fabco.

Sun Sense is a solar powered system which can be installed on any existing l " venetian blind with household tools. It will tilt open and close blinds using only the energy from the sun. It attaches to the tilt wand and allows for manual override, as well as reverse operation for heating during winter.

Blind Mind is an electronically controlled tilt mechanism which can be manually operated or programmed for automatic activation. Electr' Blind is an electrically controlled l" venetian blind system which allows blinds to be raised, lowered, and tilted from any location in the room. There is also an optional wireless remote control.

Grease Zapper

The Jenn-Air Corp. is introducing a line of Electronic Air Cleaning Freestanding Grill Ranges. The system is said to perform significantly better than a standard ducted overhead hood system in the removal of smoke and grease from the cooking environment.

It also permits the installation of a grill-range without ducting to the outdoors. Smoke and cooking fumes are pulled down into the range by a venting system, then passed through two washable

The terchanl Magazlne aluminum filters into the electronic air cleaner filtering unit in the base of the range. Here the remaining grease and smoke particulate are given an electrical charge. The cleaned air is returned to the room through the air grille at the base of the range.

The cost of operation is said to be less than for operation of a five-watt light bulb. Both the aluminum mesh filters and the electronic air cleaning module may be cleaned in the dishwasher or sink.

Flnger-Joint Lumber

Simpson Timber Co. has expanded the product spectrum of its fir and hemlock resource with finger-joint lumber.

mExtensions of the product line include finger-joint items in flooring, S4S, and pattern stock. Suggested uses include flooring, paneling, shelving, fascia, door and window jambs and trim, baseboards, moldings, and furniture frames.

Finger-joint lumber is a knot free, even-grained, fine-textured Douglas fir and Western hemlock. Kiln dried to industry standards, it is easyto use in long lengths because of its excellent dimensional stability. Availablein 16', l8', and20' random or specified lengths.

D-i-Y Ceillngs

Gold Bond Building Products has completed the transition of its 'Just Ceilings' products to a complete line of 12" x Z" tiles.

To supplemerit the nine patterns, they offer six promotional theme packages, point-of-purchase support which ties in to advertising, and a coop program to retailers.

The approach for the woodfiber ceiling products is aimed at the do-ityourself, high volume market.

Solid Brass Knobs

Home Hardware announces the addition of a European Solid Brass furniture and cabinetry line of knobs, pulls and backplates in bright and antique brass finishes

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Shrink Protects Wood

designed for traditional and contemporary surroundings.

A merchandising program aims at emphasizing the quality of the hardware by using a solid walnut freestanding merchandiser or custom display boards.

From Top to Bottom

TVI Energy Corp. has a new radiant heat Energy-Koteo ceiling panel.

The Ul-approved lightweight panels are offered in a range of sizes and wattages for residential installation. Instead of heating masses of air to 68-70o levels, radiant panels are said to heat room occupants directly and provide comfort at lower air temperatures. Thermostats reportedly can be set from 5 to 6o below normal levels.

No ductwork, plumbing or boilers are needed for the l" thick panels. Key to the system is a patented graphite element laminated between two layers of high dielectric polyester film. This wireless heating element transmits heat to the entire surface of the panel.

Installed with electric service of standard specific voltage, the system can be controlled with on-off switches, thermostats or sensing devices, and achieves full operating temperature in about three minutes. The panels may be flushed or surface-mounted or dropped into existing T-bar systems.

The number, size and location of panels used in specific applications varies with climate, insulation and design characteristics of the structure. Normally, 15 to 25t/o of the ceiling area is dedicated to the panels, which can be painted to match interior finishes.

The Nicolai Co. has a new line of hemlock spindles, newels and rails. In colonial, Mediterranean, and heritage designs, the spindles have matching newel posts available in colonial, traditional and Stamford styles.

First quality, tight-grained hemlock is consistent in color and takes an attractive stained appearance when properly finished. Each spindle, newel and rail is individually shrink-wrapped for protection against moisture absorption, dirt and dust.

Security Deadlock

Kwikset has improved its extra heavy duty deadlock to increase both security and function as well as ease of installation and operation.

lmprovements include a solid steel security shield, thicker high security strike with larger diameter, extra long screws and component parts combined for easier installation.

It still features the police recommended l" deadbolt with heattreated steel insert, a tapered, all steel cylinder guard and two l/4" diameter heavy duty bolts.

The deadlocks are available in regular packages as well as clear packaging electronically sealed to offer total visibility.

Designs Under Foot

Go-Met-Tile Associates, lnc./ GMT, has a new collection.

Seven families of designs in 12 colorways are said to offer the opportunity to create original overall designs by combining tiles of different colors and different ranges with feature strips.

Blow, Mist, Spray

The Homelite Division of Textron Inc., has three new gas-powered blower and sprayer units.

The line-up includes hand-held blower model HB-280, backpack blower model HB-480 and a combination backpack blower/mister,/ sprayer unit, model HB-680. The hand model weighs ll lbs. and generates a 200-mph wind velocity. With low noise level and fingertip controls, it has a suggested retail price of $189.95. Model HB480 is a l3Y2 lb. backpack blower unit priced at $219.95 with the same features.

with a 2 gal. tank located at the bottom and a carrying weight of l6Vz lbs., model HB-680 can provide mist or spray. Price is $259.95.

"Money Back" Specials

From now through Nov. 30, 1981, consumers can save a total of $80 when they purchase a KitchenAid dishwasher, trash compactor, food waste disposer and Instant-Hot water dispenser.

A $30 rebate is offered on selected built-in and convertible-portable dishwasher models as well as a trash compactor. Consumers can apply the $30 towards installation costs or save the total amount by installing the appliance themselves. A $10 rebate is available on a food waste disposer and a hot water dispenser.

Promotional tie-in gifts and an advertising schedule in national consumer magazines are part of the program.

TV commercials with dealer identification, retail ads, window/wall banners, product stickers and hang tags are available to participating dealers.

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Redesigned Connector

Higher pressure/temperature ratings and longer connector life are said to be key improvements in the redesigned Easy-Hooker flexible faucet and toilet connectors from Anderson-Barrows Metals Co.

Opaque aluminum color replaces the transparent resin of the original product with enlarged tubing now formed of co-extruded PVC reinforced with high twist polyester braid. A Duratrel liner eliminates possibilities of taste and odor, and is reported to increase life span of the connector as much as 70090.

To make selection easier for the consumer, packages are labeled to specify the contents for toilet or sink faucet use. Anderson-Barrows will provide a polystyrene "Easy Hooker" header free with each display ordered.

Ready to Hang Shelf

Shelf Plus from Columbia Industries is a plastic-coated steel-rod shelving being test marketed in Ca., Az., Nv., and Hi.

The shelves are available in white and brown in 9 and 12 in. depths in lengths from ?A to 72 in. They can be mounted individually or joined together by a curved support with a front attachment when eitra length is needed for storage or display.

A special hanger shelf features an extra heavy front rod and wide spac- ing between supports to provide a combination closet rod and shelf. A kit with folding supports can convert a shelf to a shoe rack.

Steam Room Door

Howmet Aluminum's Architectural Products Division is offering the Series 800 Steam Door for a steam bath.

Available in either gold or silver anodized finish, the continuous piano-hinge door is custom-built to assure a perfect fit. A full perimeter vinyl seal combines with a full-width drip rail and vinyl squeegee to keep steam inside the enclosure. Adjustable latches and decorative handles are standard features.

Three-Hole Sprayer

A spray unit is an integral part of a new single lever kitchen faucet from the Universal-Rundle Corp.

Eliminating the need for a separate installation hole for the spray unit, it provides a spray in a standard threehole sink installation.

A lever-action design permits easy control of both water flow and temperature.

Telephone Accessories

General Electric's Wiring Device Department has an expanded line of telephone accessories for do-ityourselfers, the "Design Your Own Extensions."

To enable consumers to add jacks and extensions for either standard or modular equipment, or use adapters to intermix between the two systems, six products have been added to the lbrmer I I Product line: standard surface-mount and flushmount phone jacks; standard fourprong phone plug, standard-tohodular converter plug; a 25 ft. modular extension cord with double jack, and a modular in-line coupler. - A wire rack displays the Products, plus a consumer guide for upgrading the home telePhone system. OccuPYing less than two square feet of counter space, it also can be peg board mounted.

Self Watering Planters

A colorful selection of self watering planters is available from Plasticom, Inc.

They automatically feed plants and help eontrol water usage. Roots take on moisture from a hidden internal reservoir only as needed, and a visual indicator lets you know when to refill.

Offered in four decorator colors, the planters come in ten table, hang- ing, and castered floor models, molded in round, square, rectangu- lar, hexagonal, and trapezoidal shapes from high impact ABS plastic.

They are retail priced from $3.29 to $39.99 each.

Lightweight Chain Saw

A new, lightweight 90cc professional chain saw, the Echo CS900EVL, is being introduced by Echo, Inc.

Weighing less than 20lbs., with a patented anti-vibration mounting system, it has been designed for easy maintenance and repair. In addition to an electronic ignition system the oil reservoir is located between the fuel tank and the cylinder to provide a cooler running engine. The muffler is underneath the saw away from the operator.

Other features include a patented, fully-adjustable automatic oiler plus a manual oiling system, front and rear hand guards, a chain catcher and throttle interlock. An optional chain brake is available.

Hang On for Safety

A new bathroom wall grab bar system, the Frohock-Stewart 400 Series, features a modular design with smoke grey Lexan mounting brackets that can't corrode or rust, and l /r " chrome-plated tubular steel bars.

The modular approach permits low inventory levels because units can be intermixed and assembled in any combination.

List priced from $14 to $26 per unit, they are supplied with mounting hardware and step-by-step installation instructions.

Microcomputer Timer

Dynascan has introduced a new microcomputer-based timer for controlling lamps.

This table top model (TC-485) requires no installation, and incorporates a built-in dimmer, eliminating the need for two devices to time and dim a lamp at the same time.

It offers all solid-state construction, with automatic programming; manual programming; or use as a conventional light switch.

Three Big Drips

Three new low volume irrigation kits designed to meet garden applications are now available from Misti Maid, Inc.

The MMl0, a basic starter kit for backyard use, includes misting, drip- ping and fogging components manufactured in corrosion and pestresistent nylon. For ornamentals, flowers and hanging baskets, the MM20 has twin misters. The MM30 is an all-drip irrigation system with variable gallon-per-hour drip emitters.

All systems are interchangeable.

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Self Service Bar

A colorful, self-selling point-ofpurchase display featuring the Vaughan Superbar is now available to hardware retailers.

Designed for use on standard pegboard walls, it holds six bars in a compact arrangement with illustrations showing the use.

The display is furnished free to retailers placing an order for at least six units.