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Elastic Caulk
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All homes move—a lot! Most window and siding caulks crack under the pressure (literally). Not Big Stretch. Big Stretch is super elastic with powerful adhesion, so it will never crack. It just stretches—up to 500 percent its original size! And, the water-based formula makes clean-up a snap. Big Stretch won’t fail—this caulk is clutch! Try it once and you’ll understand why Big Stretch is the go-to caulk of choice for so many contractors.
Sashco
800-767-5656 or sashco.com
Solar Water Heater
Considered a top water heater system by the Renewable Resources Coalition, the Sunbank 40 Gallon Solar Water Heater is easy-to-install and maintain, perfect for homeowners with small households in mild climates. The Sunbank passive water heating is affordable and can save homeowners as much as $600 on annual energy costs.
Sunbank Solar Inc.
thesunbank.com or 888-385-0005
Solar Power Kit
Harness the power of the sun to power your devices, tools, lights, and many other power needs. The Lion Energy 400 Watt Solar Power Kit is a portable system that can be set up in a shed, cabin, gazebo, campsite, or other outdoor locations. It comes with a 100W 12V folding solar panel, 25 foot extension cord, a charge controller and an inverter.
Lion Energy
lionenergy.com or 801-727-9270
Motion Sensor Light
Light up your driveway, walkway or other areas around your home, garage or shed with The 350LM Solar Motion Sense light from Performance Tool. The light uses professional grade COB technology to produce 900 lumens, has high and low settings, and provides 8- to 10- hour solar charging time. A lithium-ion rechargeable battery is included.
Wilmar Corp.
wilmarcorp.com or 800-426-1262
Magnetic Tool Mat
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The Magnetic Tool Mat is a mobile tool rack. New from Master Magnetics, it keeps hand-held tools and small metal parts close by while working in the garage, workshop or on the jobsite. The flexible and durable mat is magnetic on both sides, attracting to any ferrous metal surface. It features a stitched nylon handle and reinforced grommets and is available in three sizes.
Master Magnetics Inc.
magnetsource.com or 888-293-9190
Knife Sharpener
From Smith’s Consumer Products Inc., the Adjustable Diamond Edge Grip Compact Knife Sharpener works with straight edge knives and has 15-, 20- and 25-degree sharpening angles with course and fine sharpening slots. The bottom conveniently grips the edge of a counter for balance.
Smiths Products
smithsproducts.com or 800-221-4156
Acrylic Latex Sealant
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LIFETIME® Ultra 230 Premium Elastomeric Acrylic Latex Sealant is formulated with a lifetime durability guarantee. Its thick, easy-to-gun formula prevents air pops, is VOC compliant and non-corrosive. This high quality sealant with Spec230 Class A and ASTM C920 performance is permanently flexible and has HomeShield™ Antimicrobial Protection to defend against mold & mildew. LIFETIME® Ultra 230 is paintable and is available in 6 shades.
Red Devil
reddevil.com or 800-423-3845
Chopping Tray
Chop Keeper® trays are FDA approved cutting trays with raised sides to keep juices and food contained for mess-free counters. The trays are knife friendly and are available in packs of three in several colors.
Argee Corp.
argeecorp.com or 619-449-5050
Sink Strainer
The Kitchen SinkShroom fits most sinks and will allow water to flow even when the basket is full of debris. The stainless-steel strainer is compatible with standard sinks and is resistant to corrosion and discoloration.
The Shroom Co.
tubshroom.com or 631-393-0986
Wine and Beverage Cooler
This compact refrigerator from LANBO can hold up to 18 bottles of wine and 55 cans of beverages and has a dual temperature zone. It can be used either freestanding or under the counter, making it a good addition to entertainment rooms, home bars, and kitchens.
LANBO
lanboappliances.com or 626-861-8867
