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Faucet... or Art?
Now here's a faucet unlike any we've ever seen. The Luna family of faucets feature sleek arches of chrome that are available in vessel filler, roman tub filler and thermostatic shower forms, and use solid brass and German ceramic valves.
Graff


Solar Water Heating System
With the new Baxi Luna wall-hung boilers, water heaters and solar heating systems, homeowners can expect to save up to 53 per cent in fuel consumption - and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. From 86 to 99 per cent efficient, the fully modulating Baxi boiler, approved for closet installation, can heat a home or office space from 600 to 6,000 sq. ft.
Marathon International


Insulated Louvered Glass for Light and Heat Control
Vision Control technology is now available for residential applications, specifically energy-saving sunrooms and solariums. Sandwiched between insulating glass in a 2-inch dehydrated air space that provides sound attenuation, the blinds allow a controlled amount of light in while reflecting solar heat back outside. Inside the unit, a primary seal of polyisobutylene, which is highly resistant to UV rays, meets a second seal of polysulfide.
Unicel Architectural Corp.


Tankless Toilet
The Sanistar Macerating Toilet System not only saves water - it uses just 1.1 gallons per flush instead of the standard 1.6 gpf - but it also takes up very little space. Measuring 18 by 20-1/2 inches, the wall-hung unit (which can be positioned at the optimum height for the user) has no external tank. A macerating pump and electronically activated flushing mechanism are combined into a single package housed inside the fixture.
SFA Saniflo Inc.

Insulated Brick Panels
Made of a combination of plywood sheathing, polyurethane insulation and 1/2-inch (12mm) fired clay thin brick, Pan-Brick provides an R10 insulating value and boasts several practical benefits. The panels, which weigh just 6.9 pounds, stand up to extreme conditions, require no sealant or caulking to keep them weather-tight, and the concealed fastening system and joint design give the appearance of hand-laid masonry.Installation can be done in any weather - 36 bricks at a time.
PAN-BRICK

Better Faucets - From the Inside
Moen has found a way to improve the installation and functionality of its pullout and pulldown faucets. The new Hydrolock(tm) installation system makes it easier to connect pullout hose and water lines to a new faucet - without tools. It simply snaps together securely with a distinct click. A retrofit kit is available and Moen is also offering a 68-inch fibre hose with ball swivel joint for ease of use, quiet operation and extended range of motion.
Moen


Cover Up Roof Protrusions
ShingleMatch(tm) Roof Accessory Paint easily - and inexpensively - hides vent pipes, exhaust vents, stacks and flashings. Available in eight colours of acrylic enamel and boasting a tough finish that resists harsh environmental conditions, ShingleMatch works on metal, aluminum, plastic, wood, masonry and concrete surfaces.
GAF-Elk


Make Wires Disappear
Hiding wires from sconces and audio devices is as simple as snapping on special connectors to FlatWire, which can then be taped to the wall and hidden (just mud, sand and paint over it). This means speakers can be added anywhere, regardless of outlet placement. FlatWire also offers solutions for video, electrical and lighting applications.
FlatWire



Protect Tubs During Construction
TubSkin(tm) adheres to tub surfaces - without transferring its adhesive - protecting them from damage during construction. Not to be confused with another company's purple paint on/peel off product, this is a thick layer of puncture- and water-resistant polyethylene foam that can also act as padding for plywood if the tub needs to be used as a standing platform.
Builders' Site Protection

Window Capping System
Watch for a new window trim product from Alum-A-Pole that goes on after siding, with the ease of wallboard, eliminating the need for tedious fitting. The capping system, available in two styles, features corner blocks - no more awkward mitres!
Alum-A-Pole




Tarp Management
A new family of products makes managing tarps easy - without the need for grommets. Three sizes (1.5, 6 and 20 inches long) of Grabbits(tm) allow tarps - or other pliable fabrics - to be mounted to structures, seamed together, or grabbed, in just seconds. Using "linear grappling", the two-piece Grabbits involve a "dogbone" placed where the tarp goes and a sleeve that slides over the dogbone and tarp, holding the two pieces tightly together.
Grabbit Tool Company

Enhanced  protection against mould growth
ProRoc(r) Moisture and Mould Resistant Gypsum Board with M2Tech(tm), designed for use on interior walls and ceilings in standard residential applications, protects again mould growth. It has a specially formulated moisture and fire resistant core enclosed in nearly 100% recycled moisture and mould resistant light violet coloured face paper and bronze coloured back paper. Fast and easy to install, the product is comes in 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch Type X, 48-inch width, and lengths of 8 or 12 feet.
CertainTeed Corporation


Fibre... for Your Floor
FiberFloor(r) feels like carpet, keeps like sheet vinyl, and installs like laminate, but it contains an engineered fibreglass inner layer that uses woven fibres to keep the floor flat and eliminate expansion and contraction. Five protective layers in all makes this flooring product both durable and comfortable. FiberFloor is available in three unique styles and more than 100 designs.
Tarkett Inc.


High-Performance Soundproofing
Vinaflex mass-loaded vinyl noise barriers are specifically engineered for efficient sound isolation. When combined with mineral fibre, acoustical foam, glass or ceramic fibre, Vinaflex products provide high transmission loss over a broad frequency range. Vinaflex is available in rolls and other configurations, as well as custom sizes, and can be laminated.
GLT Products



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