NTW PRODUGTS

And Selected Sales Aids

Solar Heated G reenhouse

A solar greenhouse by Garden Way combines a laminated wood beam structure with an integrated system of solar heat collection, storage and transfer to create a warm space for plants and people.

The greenhouse is l0'deep and l2' wide, with the option to add 4' sections on. All components come precut and ready to assemble with an instruction manual.

The tempered glass is doublelayered for insulation value. The insulated side walls and roof section have interior surfaces of water resistant MDO plywood. A doublepitched roof above the glass is made of Exolite acrylic glazing.

The thermal storage system consists of 8' tall translucent columns filled with water. These absorb solar heat during the day and release it at night.

Taken By Storm

A storm door, the Royal Prince, from The Lee Co., has a main aluminum frame 3" .iide by I 3/8" thick which holds a 3/16" plate of green tinted sunglass.

lnstalled with five hinges, the door has all steel corners to help prevent sagging and twisting. The product comes with waterproof weatherstripping and a double vinyl sweep for protection from the weather.

The door, witha keylock and latched dead bolt, comes in standard colors.

Save Space Selling Doors

Spacesaver Model 30 countertop display is a compact wood case with a working wood folding door in place. The display featuring color photographs, easy-to-read descriptive how-to copy, a rack for holding free brochures, and a wood species selector showing the actual woods and stains available, is available from Wood Specialty Products.

FinishProtects Wood

Penofin, a penetrating oil finish and sealer for wood, is now availiable to the consumer through a marketing agent, All Heart Lumber Co., Inc.

Used by painting contractors, wood dealers and builders, it reportedly preserves the natural color, grain and beauty of wood. Field tests have shown that the transparent finish, which allows the grain structure of the wood to be seen, rejects over 9090 of the sun's ultraviolet rays thus eliminating the cause of checking and discoloration. Its water resistance prevents nails from bleeding. A mildew resistant agent provides superior protection.

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Unique properties are said to be the result of transparent pigments and Brazilian rosewood oil activated by a leadless dual catdytic system. Penofin causes wood fibers to harden and stabilize with a hard durable living finish.

Fast drying with no offensive odor, the line includes a product for marine use as well as natural, medium and dark stains for interior finishes.

Stay Warm

The new model Forester fireplace insert heaters from the United States Stove Co. feature see-through ceramic glass doors and cast iron construction.

The fireplace insert heater will burn either wood or coal with an optional variable-speed blower to draw cool room air in. Installation is said to take only one hour since the stove is shipped fully assembled except for the trim.

The insert does not attach to the fireplace, and metal runners make it readily removable for chimney cleaning.

Naillt Down

Duo-Fast Corp. has a variety of nailers and staplers for professional use.

The IN-125 coil-fed nailer drives 16 different nails from 2" through 2V2", operating on an air pressure range of 70 to 120 psig and designed for wood assembly of all kinds. A special attachment allows it to drive smooth-shank aluminum nails to exterior aluminum siding.

The smaller IN-124 model, useful in construction of pallets, box spring frames and large containers, drives 26 different nails from I % " through 2V4".

Model IN-123 drives 18 different nails from lVr" to l7 /8" and is used for making furniture and most small wood-product assemblies.

The CN-325 nailer uses only .075 cu. in. of free air per stroke at 80 psig, and, according to the corporation, is a real savings for builders who rely on portable air compressors at the jobsite. It drives a 3Vq" nail into flakeboard at I l0 psig. The tool is used for floor and wall framing, windows and floor backs, and trussing.

Pneumatic MS-7664 staplers drive l6-gauge, galvanized staples in lengths up to 2" into hardwood at a rate of more than 6 per second, and can be programmed for sequential firing. Fully enclosed to eliminate dirt buildup, the stapler holds two strips of 60 staples each and has a dual-action, safety mechanism.

Stapler RS-1748 is designed for roofing applications. Compact 10" high, and engineered for one hand operation, it drives seven sizes of gauge l " crown staples ranging in size from Vz" to lVz" .ln addition to attaching asphalt shingles it is also used for butt joints, wall sheathing, and floor bottom insulation in mobile homes.

High Security Deadbolt

An armored deadbolt by National Lock Hardware is reportedly police tested to stand up under the most severe intruder attack. It features a hardened steel cylinder interlock screw that clamps the lock firmly and an exterior cylinder guard that anchors the interlock and shields the lock's inner mechanism.

Skylight Display

With a choice of two display units, the Skylight from Howmet Aluminum Corp. has energy saving features for the d-i-yer. The displays for counter or aisle use show the acrylic dome in both self-flashing and curb-mounted units.

The product has a PVC base and double domed construction with an insulation dead air pocket between domes. An aluminum retainer frame houses a choice of three dome color combinations, clear over clear, clear over white and bronze over clear.

Household Wrench

The Lowell Corp. all-purpose household wrench, Turnaround, features a non-marring grip strap design to adapt to everyday tightening and loosening tasks.

The tool adjusts to jar caps, plumbing fixtures, irregular shaped parts and auto filters. Suggested retail price is $5.99 each.

Displays PromoteSales

Merchandising displays from Multiplex Display Fixture Co. are designed to organize samples of products in one central place. The free standing units are being used to promote sales of tile, hardwood flooring and roofing materials in building supply stores.

Samples can be removed from the display for customer inspection. Merchandise can be replaced and updated while taking up minimal floor space. There is also a place for photographs and literature.

Organize Your Cabinet

Ajax Hardware has added four wire-form revolving cabinet shelves to its Rev-A-Shelf line of storage organizers.

Lightweight, epoxy-coated shelves, in full-circle, pie-cut and kidney shaped configurations, are designed for d-i-y installation featuring one-screw alignment adj ustment.

The units, for use in straight cupboards, base or corner cabinets, are all adjustable to fit cabinet heights from26" to 32"

Vent Saves Energy

Thermatic-Vent, from Witten Automatic Vent Co., an automatic foundation vent which oPens and closes with the changing temperature, reportedly saves energy. Opening at 70 o and closing at 40", the vent installs with the E-Z Loc Frame without drilling holes or mixing mortar. It is designed to replace existing vents.

Single Ply Buy

Gafply EP is a single-ply roofing membrane system from Gaf Corp. The company will train and assist contractors and provide engineering

The Merchant Magazine services as well as a field inspector for each installation.

The roofing system in two designs, adhered and ballasted, comes in sheets. It can be used for new applications or reroofing.

Head Off Heat Escape

Keeper Kap is a metal, spring loaded chimney cover that oPens and closes with a chain running down the chimney into the fireplace.

Manufactured by the Energy Keeper Corp., it prevents warm air from escaping outside and keeps birds, small animals, insects, rain, snow and leaves from entering a home via the chimney.

Installed by placing it on top of the flue liner and pressing the flanges into position, it retails at$29.75.

Brassy Hinges

Solid brass, self-closing hinges in flush and 3,/8" inset styles foi fine furniture and cabinets are offered bv Home Hardware. They are availabli in either bright or antique finish.

Doesn't Promote Decay

Anchor Krete, a compound for setting bolts, posts, railings, signs and machinery, is new from Tamms Industries Co. for use whenever there is need for a pourable grout compound.

Only needing to be mixed with water, it is packaged in 5-50Ib. containers. It does not promote corrosion or attack any metal.

More than a Window

The Fisher Window Co. has built a wireless alarm security system into a specially designed solid vinyl replacement window. The Sontronic will sound a siren if an intruder or smoke is detected, turn on a lamp or radio if the window opens, dial the police and advise of an intrusion, or dial a central station where an operator receives a code signifying either intrusion, fire or medical alert.

Sawhorse Brackets

G.A.Sanchez has sawhorse brackets with all welded construction of 14 gauge iron. A built-in tightener eliminates the use of nails and screws to attachthe legs by firmlywedging the2 x 4legs in place. The top section of the sawhorse can be a bolted 2 x 6 piece of wood. Packaged in pairs, they include a set of eight bolts and nuts for the top section.

"LOOKING AROUND" says Paul Bunyan

Paul does not rest on his fame as the lumberman's symbol of accomplishment. New requirements and changrng conditions keep hin den to progress.