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The Remodelers’ Choice 100 Products 2008 (from 41-60)
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41 Sanitron Sanitron Ultraviolet Water Purifiers from Atlantic Ultraviolet Corp. are a safe and dependable means of disinfecting and purifying water without the use of heat or chemicals. As water passes through the Sanitron chamber it is exposed to germicidal UV light, and the genetic material of the microorganisms is deactivated. These purifiers can handle 2 to 416 gpm. For more information, please indicate #94 on E-Inquiry Form.
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42 Gold Seal 400 Icynene has launched its Gold Seal 400 insulation, a self-contained, portable, soft-foam insulation and air-sealing dispensing system. The company has adapted the original Icynene formula to extend its same advantage for Gold Seal 400 users — a healthier, quieter, more energy-efficient environment. For more information, please indicate #95 on E-Inquiry Form.
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43 Nansulate Nansulate from Industrial Nanotech is the company’s patented product line of specialty coatings containing a nanotechnology based material and which provides the combined performance qualities of thermal insulation, corrosion prevention, and resistance to mold growth in an environmentally safe, water-based, coating. The Nansulate HomeProtect has been shown to reduce energy costs up to 40 percent. For more information, please indicate #98 on E-Inquiry Form.
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44 Garden Stone The Modern Garden Step from Stepstone, Inc. is made of precast concrete and offers durable, aesthetic hardscape detailing. This step comes in riser and corner stones as well as 18- and 24-in. wide steps. For more information, please indicate #99 on E-Inquiry Form.
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45 MasterSuite The MasterSuite program from ClosetMaid is a laminate storage system that is custom fit per project. This system is available in Warm Cognac and Natural Maple with raised-panel drawer and door options. Also offered is the original white program with a raised or smooth front panel for a clean, contemporary look. For more information, please indicate #100 on E-Inquiry Form.
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46 Large Shower Pan Lasco Bathware’s 7248MPAN large shower pan’s 72-in. width allows for two-person use and can accommodate a full spa-like shower system with two shower heads. The size, coupled with the high-gloss, nonporous acrylic surface makes it an ideal shower pan for remodeling. Additionally, the back center drain location and moat design creates a clean look on the floor surface and a unique drainage system. For more information, please indicate #101 on E-Inquiry Form.
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47 Tough as Tile Homax announces Tough as Tile, a refinishing paint for porcelain, fiberglass and tile. A fast way to revive or change the color of an old worn-out stained sink or tub, this epoxy paint provides a new, shiny porcelain-like finish. Perfect for a quick refinishing or recoloring solution, Tough as Tile is available as an aerosol or as a brush-on formula. For more information, please indicate #102 on E-Inquiry Form.
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48 Mor-Flexx Mor-Flexx from Sashco Sealants looks like mortar but stretches like rubber. Unlike traditional mortar, stucco and grout repair products that crack because they dry hard and brittle, Mor-Flexx stretches and flexes with temperature change and movement so it will never crack. Mor-Flexx has the sandy texture and color of mortar so it blends in, or it can be painted for a mortar, stucco or grout repair that disappears. For more information, please indicate #103 on E-Inquiry Form.
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49 ScaleBlaster ClearWater Enviro Technologies’ ScaleBlaster is designed to eliminate formation of lime scale deposits in water pipes, faucets, sprinklers and irrigation systems without the need for water softening equipment, salts, chemicals or maintenance. The integrated circuitry system produces a modulating frequency waveform that hits the resonant frequency of the calcium carbonate molecules causing them to lose their adhesive properties. For more information, please indicate #104 on E-Inquiry Form.
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50 Kinetik FLEURCO launches the state-of-the-art Kinetik frameless sliding shower door. Kinetik shower doors feature two sets of silent, smooth Symmetry rollers, a technology that glides effortlessly over the door’s stainless steel bar without flexing or friction. Made of stainless steel and high-performance polymer, each set of 3-in. rollers can support up to 300 lbs. For more information, please indicate #106 on E-Inquiry Form.
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51 Tumbled Marble Homeowners now have more tile options with the introduction of Casa Emperador, Questech’s factory-sealed tumbled marble. Rich hues of brown are hallmarks of this new collection of tumbled marble tiles that have become increasingly popular due to better wear properties, warmer feel, softer appearance and matte finish. The brown-toned Casa Emperador tiles feature medium brown shades, from coffee, mocha and milk chocolate to light tans. For more information, please indicate #107 on E-Inquiry Form.
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52 BellaStone BellaStone, a part of Exterior Portfolio from Crane Performance Siding, offers authentic stone designs without the excessive labor and other complications of typical stone installation. BellaStone is now available in ledge stone style panels that come in Tuscan or Torino. For more information, please indicate #108 on E-Inquiry Form.
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53 Kathryn Shower Receptor Capture the unforgettable style of the bygone era with the Kathryn shower receptor from Kohler. Durable Kohler cast iron makes a distinctive material for a shower basin with a slip-resistant finish and low-threshold design to ensure safe, easy access to the showering area. Measuring 48 by 36 in., the shower receptor also has an optional teak grate. For more information, please indicate #110 on E-Inquiry Form.
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54 Ultra Touch Bonded Logic’s R-21 perforated batts have been added to its UltraTouch line. This insulation is an environmentally safe, non-itch building insulation made from natural denim/cotton fibers that offers exceptional acoustic and thermal performance with no fiberglass, formaldehyde or chemical irritants used. For more information, please indicate #111 on E-Inquiry Form.
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55 Posi-Strut Posi-Strut metal web floor system from MiTek Industries is designed to increase floor strut system performance by providing clear span flexibility and building design freedom. It is suitable for any conventional framing application and ideal for floor joists and roof rafters. For more information, please indicate #112 on E-Inquiry Form.
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56 Preceria Shower Doors Basco Shower Enclosures introduces its Preceria shower door featuring a slightly curved door and a solid, elliptically shaped header that suspends 1 1/2 in. over the door and attaches to it via clips. The 75-in.-tall door features an oversized 8-in. elliptically shaped pull handle and is centered between two panels. For more information, please indicate #113 on E-Inquiry Form.
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57 Stealth Trim System The Versatex Stealth Trim System features 3/4-in. by 3/4-in. grooves that accommodate nearly all siding products and hide sealant and caulking. Made of PVC, Stealth Trim eliminates the need for two pieces or J-channels with its one-piece corner design. It can be installed with the same tools and fasteners as wood trim, is available with or without nail flanges, and is offered in either smooth or Timber Ridge wood grain finish. For more information, please indicate #115 on E-Inquiry Form.
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58 Teutonic Shower The Teutonic Shower Series from MTI Whirlpools uses rugged, industrial-looking rollers that glide along a rock-solid stainless steel track, allowing anyone to effortlessly slide the 12mm-thick, 200-lb. sheet of tempered safety glass. Available in stainless steel and polished chrome finishes, all hardware is constructed of solid stainless steel. For more information, please indicate #116 on E-Inquiry Form.
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59 Garage Lockers ORG offers a wide variety of options and full-service support to help meet remodelers’ needs for organization solutions, including Easy Track storage systems designed for simple installation and ORG custom-designed solutions for highly specialized product needs. ORG products come in four solid colors and five wood grain finishes. For more information, please indicate #117 on E-Inquiry Form.
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60 One-Piece Corner Trim With an embossed wood grain texture, TechTrim one-piece corner exterior trim adapts to 88- to 92-degree corners. TechTrim one-piece corner trim is available in 10-ft. lengths and in nominal widths of 4 and 6 in. This corner trim is engineered to resist splintering, cracking, peeling and warping. For more information, please indicate #141 on E-Inquiry Form.
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