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Headquarters for Allied Building Centers.

Central Builders Supplies Company

215 Broadus Street, Sturgis. MI 49091 6r6-651-1455

Posts, poles, pilings, timber, crossarms, grapestakes, dimension lumber.

Pacific Wood Preserving of Bakersfield produces virtually all pressure treated wood products. And, with computerizedinventory control, Pacific Wood Preserving of Bakersfield offersaccurate and complete service. A single phone call can put this compl ete capabi I ity to workfor you. Call today:

Steve Ryan, General Manager

I n California (800) 582-3950

Outside California (805) 833-0429

October 1988

Signs Of The Times

Weather resistant yard signs mounted on heavy gauge galvanized metal stands are now available from Sabra, Inc.

regulatory requirements.

When tested for 30 minutes in accordance with ASTM E-84, it has a flame spread rating of 25 or less.

Designed for all interior fire retardant treated wood applications, both structural and non-structural, it is said to provide long term performance in the toughest applications, including roof systems.

Support Program

The 30" x 24" signs feature a24" x 16" image area, colorful designs, individual packaging with corrugated backboard and poly wraP, and Printine on both sides.

-Thirteen different signs are offered, including open house, yard sale, garage sale, for sale, for lease, for rent and private Property.

To help merchandise the signs, a large indoor/outdoor banner and a free-standing floor display are available.

Special Fire Treatment

Pyro-Guard, a new and imProved fire retardant treatment for lumber and plywood, has been introduced by Hoover Treated Wood Products.

An AmericanWood Preservers Association Type A fire retardant, with low hygroscopicity and low corrosiveness, it is pressure imPregnated and kiln dried after treatment to meet building codes and other

Textured nylon grab bars to assist elderly and handicapped persons at the sink, bath or shower have been introduced by Normbau, Inc. Their textured surface produces an easy-grip, non-slip surface, while the nylon material provides warmth and comfort.

Folksy Tiles

Country Classics, a tile line designed to complement any country, Victorian or early American decor, is new from Summitville Tiles.

Marked with distinctive red, blue, green and brown corners, the4" x4" x l/4" tiles have a matte glaze finish.

Suitable for use on walls or countertops, they come in frost white and almond, with or without lifelike illustrations of birds, animals, fruits, flowers and vegetables.

Treated Spindles

Treated spindles have been added to Design House Products' extensive wood products line.

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