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Window Clip
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PLYLOX ™ ¾ inch carbon steel hurricane window clip is a tension steel product used to board up brick, stucco or wood framed windows with a 2-inch to 3-inch inset. It is designed out of tension steel to hold ¾-inch plywood in place to protect windows from strong winds and flying debris. All PLYLOX ™ products are lab tested and made in the USA with US steel.
PLYLOX™ Inc.
plylox.com or 800-583-4289
Nail Starter and Set
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2 piece Hammerless Tools from Mayhew Tools includes 2 nail starters & 2 nail sets (1/32 inch & 2/32 inch each). The spring powered hammerless tools can deliver up to 3500 lbs. of striking force with high precision and accuracy. Serving as a safe alternative to use of a hammer and designed for starting and setting nails and brads into wood surfaces. They’re made in the USA and backed by a lifetime warranty.
Mayhew Tools
mayhew.com or 800-872-0037
Weed Killer
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Sedge Stop™ Nutsedge Weed Killer from Gordon’s® offers season-long control of sedges and kyllingas, plus control of select broadleaf weeds in both cool- and warm-season turfgrasses. New Sedge Stop features a granular formulation to reduce drift, and the innovative shaker can makes application easy. One 2-lb. shaker can of Sedge Stop covers up to 500 square feet.
Gordon’s®
gordonusa.com or 816-421-4070
Child-Resistant Ant Baits
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Just a few ants observed indoors can signal an infestation, and baits are the most effective means for wiping out ant colonies. RESCUE! Ant Baits use two foods to attract more types of ants. The poison is shared with all members of the ant colony, wiping out workers, larvae and the queen. Bait stays contained in the child-resistant housing, with no unsightly spills or messy pools of bait leaking out of the bait station.
Rescue!
antbaits.com or 509-926-6766
Auto-Feed Screw Driving System
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Designed to improve speed, reliability and user comfort for a wide variety of fastening applications, the Quik Drive® cordless system features quick-loading screw strips, precise countersink adjustment and the patented Quik Drive auto-advance mechanism. These systems are equipped with powerful DeWalt cordless 2000 rpm brushless driver motors and a lightweight extension for efficient and ergonomic stand-up driving.
Simpson Strong-Tie
strongtie.com or 800-999-5099
Roof Sealant
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The roof is a merciless environment. Constant exposure to harsh conditions requires a sealant specially formulated to stand up to it. Through the Roof!® withstands the toughest conditions thanks to beefy UV protection that keeps it completely clear and protected from cracking. Through the Roof! won’t crack, yellow or fail like other roof repairs, it just keeps working in all conditions, all the time.
Sashco
sashco.com or 800-767-5656
Paint Brush
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The Stinger Brush provides advanced performance for professionals and DIYers alike. The patented Stinger Tip® makes this the ideal brush for cutting-in, edging and detail work. Crafted from the highest quality materials and utilizing Fill-A Blend Technology, Stinger brushes are guaranteed to outlast all your customers’ home improvement projects. The Stinger is available in three sizes: 2 inches, 2 ½ inches, and 3 inches.
Stinger Brush Co.
stingerbrush.com or 888-497-8464
Laser Level
Bright lines make finding level easy with the 12V Max Connected Cross-Line Laser with Plumb Point. The 12V Max offers 360-degree rotation while staying centered on plumb, visible range of up to one hundred feet, self-leveling, and ceiling grid clip.
Bosch Tools
boschtools.com or 877-267-2499
Dust Extractor
Equipped with Auto-Start Wireless System, Makita’s LXT™ Dust Extractor can be powered on or off when paired to another AWS-enabled tool, eliminating grounding issues, reducing noise, and extending battery life. The cordless 1.6 Gallon HEPA Filter backpack kit includes batteries, filter and dust bags.
Makita USA, Inc.
makitatools.com or 800-462-5482
Inverter Generator
The Ryobi Bluetooth 2,300 Watt Inverter Generator is quiet enough for camping and tailgating, but powerful enough for the jobsite. It connects with Apple or Android-enabled smartphones to monitor fuel consumption and other diagnostics, as well as remotely shut off the unit. Transportation is made easier with an extended handle and rear wheels.
Ryobi Tools
ryobitools.com or 800-525-2579
Smart Lamp
In addition to lighting, the C by GE Sol Smart Lamp can set timers, play music and give the weather forecast, all with a simple voice command. With Alexa technology built-in, C by GE Sol has the same functionality as an Alexa device, combined with a wide range of lighting capabilities to set the perfect mood for most any occasion.
GE Lighting
gelighting.com or 800-435-4448
Flexible Strip Lighting
Create a unique lighting setup with the Hue Lightstrip Plus. This flexible strip lighting can be used practically anywhere, such as under furniture, inside cabinets, or wherever lighting is desired. The Hue Bridge gives full smart lighting control, including dimming, diffused effects and changeable colors. Extension packs available.
Philips Hue
meethue.com or 800-555-0050
Pendant Light
With its black geometric cage overlaid on satin glass, the Birkleigh™ pendant light can fit with many different decors, including the trendy updated mid-century modern design. The pendant requires four E26 bulbs. Available in black, classic gold and satin nickel finishes.
Kichler Lighting
kichler.com or 866-558-5706
Pendant Ceiling Light
Channel the look of antique glass insulators from telephone lines to bring a bit of modern industrial design to a space. The Menlo Park Old Silver Pendant Ceiling Light features a double-walled glass shade. The pendant requires 60-watt candelabra bulb.
Troy Lighting
troylightinglights.com or 866-344-3875
