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AinswotthEngineered@ Thermastrand'" eliminates all kinds oftemperature-raising hassles. It not only blocks upto 97% ofthe radiant heat that hits a roof-Thermastrand's unique one-step in-line manufacturing process also provides far superior breathability, and foil adhesion guaranteed against delamination. Easy to install with a great finished appearance, Thermastrand's the natural choice of cooler heads evervwhere.

POLYSTYRENE-based mouldings from Timbron International reportedly perform as well as wood, while utilizing post-consumer waste.

tively, impervious to moisture and insects, require minimal maintenance, and can be sawed, nailed, painted, glued and screwed. Like wood, it may expand or warp when exposed to heat.

Timbron International , Walnut Creek, Ca., stresses the environmental benefits of its white mouldings, which are made out of 90Vo rccycled polystyrene. 75Vo of which is post-consumer. The company says it salvages about 10 million cu. ft. of material a year and, since 2000, has collected enough Styrofoam cups, packing material, and industrial EPS blocks to fill the Empire State Building.

"My best decision was getting involved in an industry that is in its infancy and that is not only doing some great social good, but that as a business has unlimited upside," said Robert Telles, Timbron's chairman and majority owner.

Polystyrene is recycled far more commonly in Europe, naturally leading to more recycled polystyrene applications such as interior mouldings. European decorative trim giant

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' The only hidden deck fastener that allows fo:.,i expansion & contraction on the LENGTH & WIDTH that naturally occurs on ALL woods & composites Eliminates pre-drilling

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. User f riendly and cost efficient ' Resistant to oils, salt, insects, many acids & chemicals

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