NEW Products
Outdoor Accents
Hidden Trim Clip A new hidden clip and fastener system from Versatex Building Products speeds up and simplifies the installation of PVC 3/4” trim profiles, while keeping the boards firmly in place even at wind loads in excess of 125 mph. The VZClip is compatible with Versatex Canvas Series and reversible WP4/Nickel Gap trimboards, reducing installation time while ensuring the board is properly secured to the framing member. The system also eliminates running fasteners through the face of the board, preserving the smooth curb appeal of unmarred PVC or film-laminated color surfaces. No more nail holes or screw holes to touch up, and no plugs to install.
Simpson Strong-Tie has introduced a new bottle opener kit, a 4x lumber gable plate, and a series of gazebo ties to its popular line of Outdoor Accents decorative hardware. The bottle opener comes as a three-piece kit that installs easily on any wood post, including metal bottle opener, UV-protected composite plastic backplate, and removable catch cup to collect bottle caps. The new Avant 4x steel gable plate provides reinforcement for a connection between a wood beam and three angled wood braces, and features angled braces at 12:12 pitch (45°) for 4x lumber. Also finished with ZMAX galvanization and black powder coat, the gazebo ties add strength and rigidity to six-sided gazebo connections. n STRONGTIE.COM/OUTDOORACCENTS (800) 999-5099
n VERSATEX.COM/FINISHING (724) 857-1111
Insulation in the Background Owens Corning is expanding its Thermafiber RainBarrier continuous insulation portfolio with the introduction of Thermafiber RainBarrier Dark, designed to blend into the background and let the façade take the spotlight. Equipped with a fiberglass dark veil facing material that is adhesively applied and manufactured to maintain its integrity post-installation, the mineral wool insulation defends against thermal bridging and suppors the energy efficiency of the envelope. Noncombustible mineral wool continuous insulation is also engineered to repel and drain water and manage vapor moisture. It even brings acoustical benefits to help manage noise in the outer assembly. n OWENSCORNING.COM/RAINBARRIER (800) 438-7465
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n Building Products Digest n December 2021
Five Ladders in One Werner’s LeanSafe X5 is a fully integrated, 5-in1, multi-position ladder that’s ideal for professionals who require flexibility, stability and durability. It features a one-handed lock adjustment for seamless transitions through all five ladder positions: step ladder, stairway ladder, leaning ladder, twin ladder, and extension ladder. At 6-ft. tall—with a maximum reach height of 14 ft.—it’s easy to store and transport. A magnetic tool bin holds tools, parts and paint trays for easy access and is safe to lean on flat walls, corners and studs. The fiberglass model supports 375 lbs. and the aluminum model supports 300 lbs. n WERNERCO.COM/LEANSAFE (888) 523-3370 Building-Products.com
