NEW PRODUGTS and selected salesaids

Joist for Roof Construction

Trus Joist Corp. has introduced a new Tapered TJI joist, which features uniform top slope to prevenr ponding and eliminates the need for on-site shimming.

Specifically designed for minimum-slope roof construction, it offers a built-in slope of l/4" or 3/8" per foot, with a uniformly flat bottom flange that eliminates the need for furring since sheetrock can be directly attached to each joist.

The joists can be ordered with custom blocking panels and web stiffeners. They are offered for single and multi-family housing, commercial and light industrial projects. Custom joist lengths are available to 52 ft. with shallow end depths that range from 8 to 12 in.

Lightweight, the joist is said to have excellent loadbearing capacities. It features flanges made of laminated veneer lumber. The plywood web can be cut to accommodate duct work and wiring without affecting structural integrity.

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Spout With Glout

A bronze-tone, wide-spread dualhandle faucet has been added to the Mermaid faucet line of UniversalRundle Corp.

With honey gold acrylic handles, it is ideal for vanity and counter top installations because of its extra long spout.

All-In-One washerless cartridges that are guaranteed for l0 years without leaks and water-saving aerators are standard.

NaturalPine Look

PineRidge, a deep-textured lap siding with the appearance of narrow pine boards, has been introduced by Masonite Corporation Western Hardboard Division to Western markets.

Each 12" x 16' course contains three machined-in 4" laps. A shiplapped edge design is said to keep application loss to 4-50/0. The product is primed for field finishing.

The latest offering in their Vz" thick SuperSide line, PineRidge is reportedly 5090 denser than solid wood as well as uniform in both thickness and manufactured quality to eliminate splits, cracks, splinters, checking or delaminating.

Fiberglass Roofing

Georgia-Pacific now offers Summit roofing, a dense, high-modular fiberglass mat roofing with 50qo more protective asphalt coating than conventional organic shingles.

The deep profile projects a shadow pattern complimentary to both new and remodeled residences, giving a look of wood shingles. It has a layer of kiln hardened ceramic-coated granules for extra protection against the weather. Factory applied adhesive strip uses the sun's heat to forge individual shingles into a single solid unit for maximum wind resistance.

It is available in standard, as well as oversized shingles. Oversized shingles are l3-l/4" x 39-3/8',20v/o larger than standard. The weight of 320 lbs. per square makes it a heavier roofing per square foot.

Both sizes are UL listed for class A fire protection and wind resistance, have a 30-year limited warranty, and are available in four colors.

Natural ColorSiding

Hi-Lite Burnt Almond is the latest addition to the Champlain prefinished bandsawn lap siding series from MacMillan Bloedel Building Materials.

The woody look cornplements most home styles from traditional to contemporary with the burnt almond, wheat and driftwood colors blending with most surroundings.

The sidings come in planks 12" wide x 16' long (305mm x 488omm), with color-coordinated accessories. Guarantees of 15 years for the factory finish against blistering, peeling or checking; and 25 years for the siding itself are given.

Whole House Ventilator

Nautilus Industries has developed a new concept in whole house ventilation.

Offering do-it-yourself installation with no necessity for cutting ceiling joists, the Whole House Ventilator draws cooler air from outside through the entire house while super heated attic air is pushed out. Continuous air movement is said to make the whole house a comfort zone.

In most climates, the ventilator alone reportedly will keep the entire house cool and comfortable. In air conditioned homes, cooling alternately with the air conditioning saves on electricity and prolongs the life of the air conditioning unit. The

The ventilator includes a solidstate infinitely variable speed control. Use of a louvered shutter to seal out hot attic air when closed is recommended. Accessories include a thermostat to turn the ventilator on and off at various present temperatures and a twelve-hour timer. The ventilator is available in two sizes, a 24 in. model capable of moving air at 3,700 cu. ft. per minute, and a 30 in. model at 5,250 cu. ft. per minute.

Roof Maintenance

Goodyear Flex-A-Roof Black Roofcoating has fiberglass and mineral fibers interlocked to form a flexible, high tensile strength coating of over 250 lbs. per sq. in.

It can be applied by conventional methods including brushing and spraying. The coverage rate varies, but 3 gals. per 100 sq. ft. is the recommended minimum, according to the manufacturer, Consolidated Protective Coatings Corp.

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Customized Storage

Arrow Group Industries offers storage buildings in five basic series: the promotional front gables, high gables, deluxe gambrels, high gambrels, and mansard styles.

High gambrels come with a builtin storage attic. In addition a tractor building has a nominal size of 12'x 17' that can be extended with 7' add on kits.

All buildings have wide, ride-in door openings and 10090 galvanized overlapping panels protected by a weather-resistant finish. Two aluminum models, a promotional front gable, and a high gambrel with a built-in attic, are available.

Buildings come unpainted for a choice of exterior finish. The panels are genuine Aspenite, and the structural framework is hot-dipped galvanized steel.

An accessory line includes a shelf unit, anchor kits, a window kit, skylight kits, snow kits, and attic kits.

ventilator uses 8090 less electricity than most central air conditioning units.

Designed to insure ultra-quiet operation, double-resilient mountings isolate the motor assembly from the joists and the motor from the mounting frame to absorb motor hum and vibration. To further reduce noise, the shroud is completely independent of the motor assembly.

New from Associated Sales, Inc. is a 3" x 3Vz" x lVq" deep changea6le combination lock Mini-Vault.

Of solid steel, it is designed to hold spare keys, money, valuables, credit cards and jewelry. Installed with bolts, lag screws, molley bolts, or welded to any metal surface, it can be installed inside or outside the home, mobile home, R.V., club locker, car or truck.

The suggested retail is $10. The unit comes packaged on a three color display card.

Vacuum Attachment

Echo, Inc. has introduced the PBAV-400 vac attachment for its power blowers and duster misters.

The attachment operates on a venturi pump principle, with a single lever creating suction air volume through the blower discharge pipe into the attachment's bas.

A standard, mediuir-mesh, two bushel bag and a three-bushel bag in either medium or rough-mesh are available.

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Decorative Thermostat

A new decorative heatlcool thermostat designed to retail for about $20 is from Jade Controls.

Available in white with Florentine gold face plate, or cocoa brown with walnut-tone face plate, either is compatible withall 24-volt heat/cool systems.

Temperature selection range is 40o-l00oF, 4-38'C. Markings appear in both oF and oC on the selector and built-in mechanical thermometer. Two bottom-mounted switches control fan, furnace and compressor operations.

Space Heater Fireplace

Readybuilt Products Co. has combined the energy and cost savings of the traditional space heater with the design of the classic fireplace.

Model No. 352 offers high energy output in a form that can be the focal point of any room. With a sandtone finish cast masonry brick in a mixture of warm earthtone colors, it offers a choice of fruitwood or antique white mantel.

It weighs 404lbs. and comes complete with mantel and brick hearth. The components are shipped factory packed and require minimal skills to install. Model352 measures 56" wide by 46" high with a mantel width of 62". The fireplace opening is 34" wide by 24" high and contains a vent cap for use when outside venting for gas heaters is required.

A choice of gas or electric log designed to provide the efficient and safe zone heating is offered. The gas logs generate up to 22,000 B.T.U.'s per hour and are design certified by the American Gas Association for use in vented and unvented fireplaces per local codes. Electric heater logs can generate up to 5100 B.T.U.'s of warmth.

Waterproofing Stains

Chemstop's new waterproofing stains are available in standard colors or can be custom matched. Their penetration of wood fibers effectively holds in natural oils and resins, helping to prevent splitting and drying, dry rot and other fungi. This same penetrating effect on masonry will prevent spalling and cracking.

The stains, compatible with the clear Chemstop waterproofing products, can be applied by airless spray, roller. or brush.

Panels, Matching Moulding

Nine solid American hardwood lumber paneling patterns, each 3 / 4" thick, are offered by Graser Lumber Products.

The company also offers custommade profiles. Wood species include ash, birch, butternut, cherry, red oak, white oak, poplar, and walnut. Mouldings in matching woods also can be provided.

The paneling comes in varied widths from 4" to 10" depending on the pattern. Lengths are 6' to 16' with specified lengths available.

Fireplace Update

Preway has announced additional design features on its freestanding, heat-circulating fireplace, the Provider.

A new color, larger firebox open- ing, glass firedoors, removable ash drawer and humidifier have been added.

Bi-fold, antique brass framed, tempered glass doors slide on a track to save space and provide safer operation. Doors remove for cleaning. A22 in. cast iron grate with a log retaining front attachment is now standard.

A warm-toned brown has been added to the available porcelain colors of mahogany and black. Porcelain enameled, double-walled, l0 in. chimney pipe to reach an 8 ft. ceiling is included.

Matching Moldings

AFCO Industries, Inc. has a new soft green,/rust floral design wall covering.

The heavy vinyl film is laminated ona4' x8' x3/16" hardboard panel. Matching mouldings are available.

One PieceWaterSupply

Plumb Shop has introduced the Corr-O-Flex line of one piece water supplies for lavatories, sinks and water closets.

The one piece eliminates the possibility of leaking between valve and supply tube. It also permits unrestricted water flow.

The valve features soft, resilient packing to prevent leaking, extend valve life, and allow easy valve operation. The corrugated, flexible supply tube eases d-i-y installation.

Color on Tap

A new manual colorant dispenser has been introduced by the Colorant Equipment Division of Graco Inc.

The MT80 is designed to meet the needs of paint outlets that tint over 400 gallons per month with features p'acked with 12 ft. of I in. diameter suction hose, couplings, strainer and garden hose adapter fitting for discharge. It is powered by a 1.6 cubic-inch engine and, with 1,500 gph maximum water volume at 45 psi pressure, is powerful enough to perform sprinkler and pressure washing applications. like 80 oz. colorant canisters; two oz. pumps with stainless steel cylinders and pre-set stops; single hand pump/valve operation; clustered dispense nozzle; an electric agitation system; pre-set stop; and a choice of U.S., Imperial and metric increment gauges.

A protective case hides the engine and includes a carrying handle. A centrifugal, self-priming system with check valve makes the pumping operation fast and simple. The pump will run for about an hour on a tankful of fuel.

Portable Pump Power

With a weight of only l0 pounds and a suggested price nearly half the cost of any unit presently available, the new Homelite Waterbug pump is expected to create a consumer market for portable gas-powered water pumps.

The pressure pump has an unlimited number of applications because of its light weight and twocycle gas engine. It can pump water from a swimming pool or flooded basement; transfer water from a stream or lake to irrigate a lawn or spray wash a boat, or protect against fire, floods or other storm damage.

The pump has a suggested retail price of $164.95 and comes pre- for red oak, white oak, ash, birch, walnut and other species to suit your needs

New Designs Underfoot

Floral designs in pastel colorings, neutral shades reproduced in terra cotta tile patterns and the addition of new colors to existing designs highlight a new flooring collection introduced by Mannington Mills.

The new patterns include four designs with a never-wax wear layer and one design especially suited to the do-it-yourself market.

lnsulated Entrance Door

Insulated entrance doors for residential use are new from Fenestra Corp.

Identified as Americana, they feature thermal-break and all-steel stile construction. Additional insulation is achieved by a polyurethane insulating core which is expanded to fill every cavity in the door. The core is self-bonding to the steel face sheets for maximum strength.

Available in a wide range of embossed and raised molding designs, the entrance system also includes decorative glass collections, sidelites and patio doors.

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For BetterCirculation

The Savannah is the newest addition to Nicholas-Kusan's line of energy-saving Old Jacksonville ceiling fans.

Available with 38" or 42" blades, it has a flexible blade hub, vibration absorbing motor mounts, and a heavy duty, sealed ball-bearing induction-type motor.

A solid state variable speed control and a motor reversing switch allow for year-round climate control. Controls are located below the fan blades for safety.

The speed can also be controlled with an optional wall switch.

A full line of optional lighting kits and accessories as well as solid wood blades in various finishes, plain, stenciled or with cane inserts, are available.