NEW PRODUCTIS

Seruices And Sates Aids

Glulam & LVL ln One

Redi-Lam II, a high performance 2,900F rated engineered timber combining the reliability of standard glulams with the strength of LVL, is new from Rosboro.

Manufactured with a combination of glulan and LVL technologies, the resulting stock beams and headers are as strong as strndard LVL (reportedly 20Vo su:onser than glulams) but easier to handle and install.

Unlike other laminated timbers, it is made up of two distinctly different types of wood laminates: a top comprised of laminated dimensional lumber (as is found in 2,400F glulams) and a bottom portion of LVL. Code approved and APA-EWS certified, beams come in many standard sizes and stocking lengths of 44 to 50 ft.

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Millwork Materials

CarolinaPine, a new generation of southern pine products designed specifically for the millwork market" has been introduced by New South Inc.

The products will be used as corestock and cutstock for windows and doors, fingerjointed mouldings, window frames and door jambs, lineal stock for mouldings and laminated components and pnels.

They are cvt to 414, 514, 614 or 8/4' thiclnesses and produced in random widths and lengths. They are kiln dried at computer-controled temperatur€s to a moisture content of 8-127o.

CarolinaPine is currenfly available as 514" shop lumber with finished products to be introduced early next year.

Steady Deck

The Bowrench decking tool from CEPCO helps straighten and hold boards in place, leaving the user's hands free o nail them.

The device consists of a handle, flat can and bracket which slips over and self-locks on the floorjoist.

It works with decking, tongue and groove boards and tongue and groove plywood.

Waterproof Decking

Water-repellent decking with protection that's built in, not bnushed on, is now available ftom Sunbelt Forest Products Corp.

Tropical Decking resists deterioration without costly, time consuming annual maintenance. Paraffin-based UltraWood water repellent is injected deep into the wood during the treating process to provide lasting protection against checking, oacking and splitting. Milled from #1 dense lumber, it features 1/2" radius cuts on all four edges and is pressure treated to a .40 retention level.

Decking can be sawn, planed or drilled and still bead water on every surface. It is guaranteed to repel water, termites, rot and decay for 50 years.

December 1993

Wood Floor Finish

Woodtex waterborne urethane wood flooring finish has been introduced by Velco Inc.

The aqueous urethane/acrylic floor finish can cover new or previously finished wood floors.

The durable, anti-slip finish reportedly is easy to apply, has excellent flow and leveling, is easy to recoat" requires no sanding between coats and dries fast. Floors may be opened to light raffic within 24 hours.

Handy Moisture Meter

A new pocket-size, hand-held Moisture Meter from Wagner Electronic Products uses advanced electromagnetic wave technology to accurately measure wood moisture cont€nt fuom 67o ta 30Vo to a depth of 314"

Featuring an easy-to-read analog meter, the Wood Friendly L606 model allows checking out boards from top to bottom before buying

Metal Collector

The Attractor, a long-handled magnetic retrieval tool that makes cleaning up bits of metal fast and easy, is now available from P.S. Manufacturing.

Designed to find screws, pins, wrenches,nails, bolts, wire and other metal items, the tool features a permanent magnet weighing just 1.5 lbs. and a sturdy 41 in. tall wooden handle for 'hostoop lifting" of nearly 20 lbs.

them 0o avoid later splitting, warpage, delamination and failed glue joints. It eliminates the need for pins, which can damage wood and leave unsightly holes.

l-.Joist Compatible Glulam

The Bohemia UC (I-joist compatible) glulam beam has been introduced by Willamette Industries in depths that march shndard l-joist framing.

Used primarily in residential roof and floor framing systems, the cost effective new glulam beam can be framed flush with the I-joist.

Since it is manufacured witi high grade laminations on both the top and bottom face, the zero camber beam is well suited for multi-span applications, and builders needn't worry about installing it upside down.

Kiln dried southern yellow pine provides dimensional stability and higb srength.

Mobile Miter Saw Stand

A miter saw stand that is portable both while fully set up and after folding into a handy cart is new from Trojan Manufacturing.

With 10" pneumatic tires, it wheels easily around the job, up stairs and over obstacles. The MS-2000 sets up in less than a minute to provide 13 ft. of overall support for any miter saw, abrasive chop saw or compound slide saw. The simple stop handles multiple cus to 9 fr long.

Doors With More

The new Acclaim line of entry doors from Challenge Door offers tle benefits of steel, low maintenance of fiberglass and beauty of traditional wood paneled doors.

Entries feature a fitted, one-piece high density polystyrene insulating core designed to maintain a constant energy value over time. An all-wood stile and rail frame provides dimensional stability and a complete thermal break by eliminating metal-tometal themnl transfer.

Surface panels are made fuom ?-4gauge steel, with a lo-mil coating of liquid vinyl baked onto exposed surfaces and embossed with a woodgrain pattem.

The line is available in flush, six panel and nine-panel designs, with a variety of insulated decorative glass inserts and matching sidelights. Doors are offered in standard entrance sizes and heights up to 8'. All include Santoprene door sweeps.

Marble By The Panel

Melanrine-coated hardboard panels that replicat€ scored marble tile have been added o Ply*Gem Manufacturing's tileboard line.

Offering increased durability and lower maintenance, melamine-coaled hardboard panels are designed to be used in any high moisture area, including the kitchen, bathroom or laundry room.

The 4'x8' sheets come in six designs that replicate 8"x8" scor€d marble tile. They are said o be easily installed and each covers 32 sq. fr

SellYour

A new computer program that allows relailers to use point-of-purchase signage equipment to produce customized signs, has been designed by Insignia System, Inc.

Used with the Impulse Sign Sys!em, Signs Here! includes everything needed to sell directly to @nsumers, other businesses and schools at a fraction of the cost of sign shops or quick printers.

Headed Garage Sale, For Rent, Lost Pet, etc., signs are printed on card stock in a variety of colors.

Triple Sealed Wndow

The new S-770T Triple Seal casement and awning window from Rehau features three seals - one on the sash and two on the frame - to provide resistance to air and wat€r penetration.

Fusion-welded corners and multichambered sashes prevent leaks, add strength and keep windows in square. Also included are a built-in channel to enable a neater finish with drywall or a wood jamb liner, clean high-gloss surface, and concealed hinges and crank mechanism, with multi-point locking hardware optional.

A compatible picture frame design features an exterior black line which accurately simulates operating casement and awning units. Matching sidelites, glass size and grid pattern make it ideal for instellations utilizing both picture and operating window styles.

Offered in bow and bay styles, it accommodates a broad range of glass types and thiclnesses, including single, double and triple panes, as well as Low-E, gas-filled or decorative glass. -

ln Color

Two new tools for color matchins and paint tinting have been introduced by Sherwin-Williams.

municate the color to an electronic paint fonnula book. Unlike bench-top spectrophotometers, the rugged, Iightweight device is portable, about the size of a telephone receiver.

Tint-A-Color offers greater accuracy, ease of use, increased productivity and a system which does not require calibration by the user or purging of colorant.

Elegance ln The Bath

Scarsdale Series 16 includes 1/4 turn ceramic disc valves and fullv coordinated lavatory, tub/shower sets, bidet and bath accessories.

The Sense-a-Color analvzer uses a rainbow of LEDs to deteci and com-

A high-end line of decorative faucets and accessories with solid brass construction is new from Sepco Industries.

Manufacturers of Quality Glulam

Since 1977

Offered are a five year waftmty on the finish and25 years on the valves.

Under-Brick Blanket

Tlpar PatioPro block and brick undeday fabric is new from Reemay.

come brittle in cold weather, and resists acids, alkalis and microorganisms. It is porous enough to allow water, air and nutrients to Pass through, but dense enough to block peneEation by weeds.

A Better Grip On Gardening

Homeowner Plus tools featuring lightweight yet strong and durable fiberglass handles for a comfortable top grip and better control are now available from Ames.

The tools reportedly are easy to work with and resist chipping, crack-

Christrnas

ing, splintering and weathering.

The expanded line now includes square-point and round-point shovels, bow rake, spring bnace rake and garden hoe.

Made of a continuous filament, spun-bonded polypropylene, the fabric acts as a separator to provide support for patios, walkways and decks and as a barrier to weed growth between blocks or bricks.

Said to be extremely strong and durable, it won't rot, mildew or be-

Landscaping Crew

WeedGuard- a series of four new landscape fabrics that prevent weed growth without chemicals and aesthetically enhance outdoor areas of the home, is new from Apex Garden Products.

The durable spun-bond polypropylene product also improves drainage.

The dark brown General Use fabric blends with soil and mulch for use in gardens and around shrubs and trees.

Heavy Duty is ideal for permanent installation under decks, patios and walkways. The silver/gray Decorative blends well under crushed stone in walkways, rock gardens or around trees, and can also be used