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An ironing center that recesses within a standard stud wall and keeps all elements of ironing handy in one compact cabinet is new from Sico.

An oak door conceals a foldaway ironing board, electrical outlet, adjustable work light and storage shelf. The board has two height adjustments.

Also included is a heat shield for iron storage and an automatic switch that shuts off the iron and light when the door is closed.

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Condensation Cutter

A condensation-free, leak-free Skylightwindow is new from Naturalite Inc.

A PVC curb to prevent condensation is said to have 1.000 times less thermal conductivity than the usual aluminum framework. Weather-tight sealants and frames with fusion welds contribute to energy efficiency.

A "woodhue" curb allows the skylight to blend into the color of the roof. It is available in insulated glass or double-dome acrylic.

Elegant Woodburner

Wood burning stoves which double as furniture and efficient wood burning units are new from Woodcutters Manufacturing.

The Royal Heir model is said to burn wood with nearly 8090 efficiency with less creosote buildup in the chimney than in other stoves.

Holiday Decoration

Poinsettias, an ornamental grouping of natural wood branches, is new from Exotic Wood Flowers, Inc.

Hand-painted in white, green or both colors, the branches are highlighted with miniature, red poinsettia flowers.

The branches range in size from four to five feet and fit anY vase or urn.

Power On Tap

A compact portable power center from General Electric plugs into any standard grounding wall receptacle to accommodate several electric tools.

A lighted onloff switch controls power to all receptacles. A l5-amp circuit breaker protection cuts current flow in overload conditions. Power is restored by pushing a circuit breaker button one minute after the overload occurs.

The center also features a doubleinsulated, six-foot power cord and a chip-resistant steel housing.

Kitchen Garage

The StarMark diagonal wall/tambour can turn unused countertop corners into attractive, usable storage space.

The appliance "garage" can keep small, often used appliances out of sight, but accessible. The slide-up door is crafted for both smooth operation and a functionallv attractive appearance.

Fins Down

A new firelabeled fin-brush door bottom seal to block air is available from Pemko.

The weatherstripping is made with polypropylene brush fiber. The center fin is bonded in a polypropylene binder contained in an extruded aluminum frame with pre-punched adjustment holes.

Closet Shoe Rack

The wall-mounted shoe rack support is new from Clairson International.

Because the racks rest against the wall instead of the floor, carpetihg may be laid after installation of the system and the closet may be vacuumed easily.

The support's molded grooves clip securely into a vinyl-coated steel rod or to inverted l2-in. deep shelving to distribute the weight of the contents evenly against the wall at a convenient angle.

Tubside Decorating

A new self-sealing bathtub wall surround system from Universal-Rundle Corp. reportedly eliminates caulking and the associated problem of mold and mildew.

The Aqua-Seal units utilize a series of flexible extrusions to seal the edges of each panel.

Two different self-sealing models are offered: the Tahoe with a design reminiscent of plank woodwork and the Newport with New England-style detail.

Fireplace With View

An open-end fireplace, which offers a view of the fire from the front and sides and allows the installation of non-combustible materials flush with the opening, is new from Preway Inc.

The radiant heat fireplaces feature a low profile design, an insulated firebox, a steel bar grate, and a high temperature baked enamel finish.

Transom Lights

Benchmark Doors has introduced two new transom light styles sized to fit above single doors.

The triple-glazed leaded glass lights feature softly frosted borders and geometrical traceries of lead, bounded by crystal clear glazing.

Inserted plastic spacers avoid thermal bridging by eliminating any metal-on-metal contact. The transom frames are of galvanized steel and reportedly will never warp, swell or rot. They are framed in wood for easy installation.

Hot Strips

Ceiling-mounted radiant heating panels which convert electricity into infrared radiant energy to directly warm people and objects are now available from TVI Energy Corp.

Energy Kote panels contain a micro-thin solid state heating element which covers the panel's entire surface. There are no wires to deteriorate or break or overheat due to a short circuit.

Said to be silent, the panels don't circulate dust, don't affect humidity levels and require no maintenance. They can be thermostatically zone controlled.

The multi-sized panels are available in all common voltages and wattages.

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A New Twist

A tool which can be used to secure hanger wire to ceiling clips is new from the Ladd Tool Co.

The portable wire twister eliminates tedious hand+ying and provides a continuous production of uniformlytied, job-ready clips.

Hood On The Range

New Microtek range hoods from Broan can be installed ducted or ductfree.

The hood includes a duct connector with built-in damper for easy connection with ductwork.

The new series of hoods also features infinite speed control with electronic blower memorv and Heat Sentry protection.

Fast Setting Cement

A new fast setting cement from Sure-Fix is reportedly ideal for do-ityourself patching of broken or cracked concrete surfaces with high traffic since it sets hard in 45 minutes to an hour.

Available in l0-1b., resealable plastic pails, the dry powder requires only clean water for mixing. Basic applica- tion tools are a trowel, chisel, hammer, dusting brush and mixing pail.

The product is weather and abrasion resistant and will not shrink. One pound will cover about one square foot l/8 " thick.

"LOOKING AROUND" says Paul Bunyan

Paul does not rest on his fame as the lumberman's symbol of accomplishment. New requitements and changing conditions keep him alert to progress.

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