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Cool Roof Sheathing

Thermastrand OSB roof sheathine from Ainsworth reportedly saues u[ to 207o in energy costs and has a 25year guarantee not to delaminate.

The product is all steel, carries a 3O-minute fire rating, and can support 350 lbs.

- Please contact (877) 369-6996 or v i sit www.rainbowattic stair.c om

Doors With Texas Pride

Custom doors decorated with the emblem of the Lone Star State are new from Simpson Door.

Using a patented one-step process, a radiant barrier foil is applied as the OSB panel is manufactured, rather than after the panel is constructed.

The micro-perforated, low-emission aluminum foil also reportedly provides better breathability than other products. By blocking the sun's radiant heat, attics stay up to 30" cooler and heat is consistently distributed throughout the home.

- Please contact (877) 661-3200 or v i s it www.ai nswo rt h.ca

Click & Climb

Galaxy is SP Partners' first electic, remote-controlled attic stairway.

The doors feature a beveled glass insert with the Texas star in the middle. Standard thickness is l-3l4". with standard widths 3' and 3'6". Standard heights include 6'8" andl'.

- Please contact (800) 952-4057 or visit www.simpsondoor.com

Quick-Change Sander

The SR 2O-23 sander from Metabo features a quick-change sandpaper system with clamps for strong gripping and tensioning of the sanding sheet.

The 1.9-amp sander orbits 10,850 times per minute with an orbit size of l/10". An Intec filter provides built-in dust collection, and a selection of precut sandpapers are available.

- Please contact (800) 638-2264 or visit metabousa.com

Marbled OSB Panels

MarblePly OSB panels are sanded, sealed and finished on one or both sides for a distinctive look.

Produced by North American Plywood Corp., the random characteristics make each panel unique. The panels reportedly have excellent fastener-holding capability and are easy to handle and install.

- Please contact (800) 421-1372 or visit www.naply.com

Strong & Rugged Computers

Glacier Computer's GX 1000 has an easy-to-read LCD screen and is specially designed for use in harsh environments.

The PC-compatible computer can be used in mobile and fixed-mount situations. Standard to the 800Mhz computer is a touch screen and multi- ple I/O ports. It is capable of running all Windows operating systems and works with numerous local and widearea wireless networks.

- Please contact (603) 882-1560 or v i sit www. g lac e rcompute r.c om

Protection For Jambs

The Ultra Jamb Reinforcer from Structural Protective Products inexpensively prevents damage to new doors and reinforces old doors.

Over time, wind and heavy use can cause screen and storm doors to pull away from the doorframe. Its sieel plate reinforces the area where the door bracket attaches to the doorjamb, preventing splitting or cracking.

- Please contact (412) 370-0888 or vis it www.ultrajamb.com

Reusable Flood Barriers

The Floodgate door barrier installs quickly and easily to offer effective protection against floodwater.

The reusable barrier reportedly is more effective than 50 traditional sandbags in a doorway. It consists of a metal telescopic frame in a waterproof rubber envelope supported by a steel sheet.

The device is placed in a doorway, extended horizontally to fit the opening, and tightened a seal at the bottom of the doorway.

- P lease visit www.floodgate.ltd.uk

Deck Ornaments

Ornamental railing components backed by a l5-year limited warranty are the latest additions to Latitudes composite decking and railing from Univeral Forest Products.

Ornamental balusters are made of heavy-gauge aluminum that imitates the look of wrought iron. They are powder coated with an enamel finish to prevent chipping, peeling, cracking or corTosron.

Ornamental centerpieces, made from cast aluminum with a powdercoat finish, attach to the balusters with self-drillins screws.

Decorative p6st caps have a classic pyramid style in aluminum or copper.

- Please contact (877) 463-8379 or visit www. lat it ude sdec k.com