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lmage-Conscious Railings

Deck Images glass and aluminum railing kits arc desi-cned for easy assembly. for use with decks, porches. and balconies made from wood. composite or concrete.

Panels can be ordercd in natural. primed white. or pre-finished with a semi-tnrnsparcnt stain in one ol' f'our colors: Pasadcna green, beach grey, redwood, or natural beige.

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Exterior Wood Protectant

A transluccnt oil finish fiorr Flood is fbrmulated to protect exterirlr wood from harmful UV rays.

CWF-UV5 is availiiblc in a clear tint base ttnd 24 semi-transparent colors. The linish is sirid to l'nhlnce urtd protect any exterior wood, including

Railings are 36" in both 6' liqe and 6' stair sections, with a green, clay, white. or black finish.

Intcrchangeable components include round and rectangular aluminum balusters. tempered-glass balusters, straight and angled rail connectors, and decorative planter or solar-powered post caps.

Cedar Shingle Panels

Craftsman Cedar Shingle Panels from Shakertown have specially placed grooves on the back to channcl rain and condensation away from the wall.

The dcsign reporledly does not add thickness to the wall or require thicker trims. Each 8-ft.-krng punel also has concealcd nailing and a self'-leveling design.

in decks, siding, f-ences, shakes and shingles. outdoor furniture. and play equrpment.

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Directional Software

Activant's Cornpass software allows retailers to consider multiple business issues and respond to thcm quickly and accurately.

Designed to work with Activant Eagle, the softwarc features a mLrltidimensional database framework, f-lexible query designer, dashboard, import and exporl data, and project and prorate data.

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Montana Wood

Bitterroot Valley Furest Products uses il patent-pending process to girc a naturally weathered appearance to wood salvaged from wildf ircs and beetles.

Named Montana Ghost Wood. the product reportedly is more affordable than reclaimed wood and is available in any size and length fbr siding. paneling, trim, and fascia. The ecofriendly, non-toxic finish needs no additional staining or treatments.

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Shiny Balusters

Estate aluminum balustcrs from Dcckorators are available in black and brclnze to add a modern touch to any deck.

Thc 3/4" square baluster is 26" tall fbr a 36" rail height. Basket and collar accessories are also available.

Ready, Set, Pave

Paver Set from Sakrete uses a mixture of sand and polymeric additives to fill paving stone joints. The product is swept into paver joints and misted with a fine spray of water to solidify. Once hardened, it reportedly resists washout and inhibits weed growth and insects.

Available are 25-lb. pails and 60 lb. bags.

- Please call (800) 738-1621 or visit www.sakrete.com

Deck & Rail Software

CertainTeed has partnered with Cad Quest to offer visualization and estimation software for railing and deck projects.

Designed for use with CertainTeed products, the software combines computer-aided design with photo imag- ing to product 3-D designs and a customized material list.

- Please call (800) 233-8990 or visit www.c e rtainte ed.com

Extreme Trim

Vinyl-coated Xtreme Trim from Tamlyn provides a durable, paintable surface and eliminates reaction with other materials, such as fiber cement.

Five different profiles can be used anywhere and painted any color.

-Visit www.tamlyntom

Angle Fasteners

Invisi-Fast Hidden Deck Fasteners from MM Products are now available for angled decks.

The new polycarbonate fasteners are designed to work with any angle, keeping deck boards accurately gapped no matter how creative the oeslgn.

A growing number of deck failures have emphasized the need to build decks to meet code requirements just like any other structure. To help your customers build safe, code compliant decks, Simpson Strong-Tie@ introduces our new Deck Framing Connection Guide. The guide recommends structural connectors and provides best practice guidance based upon specific building codes.

Understanding the critical connections on a deck has never been easier. To request a copy of the Deck Framing Connection Guide call (800) 999-5099 or visit www.strongtie.com/codeguides.

Each kit contains 100 fasteners, 300 ACQ-compatible screws, screw bit, installation guide, and informative DVD.

- Please call (866) 766-9427 or visit www.inv isifast.com

Solar lllumination

Solar I ights from Mai ne Ornamental can illuminate stair posts. gate entrances, walkways, and other outdoor areas.

Two sizes, in black and white, accommodate 4"x4" and 6"x6" posts.

A top-mounted solar lens and rechargeable battery power the LED bulb, which becomes fully charged after one day in the sun.

- Please call (866) 780-3507 or visit www.postcaps.com

Fancy French Doors

Weather Shield's Legacy radius top French doors are available for order in 5' and 6' widths and heishts up to l0'.

Choose between two side-hineed panels that swing open lrom the cinter or a center-hinged style with one fixed and one operating panel.

Doors come in natural, primed, or extruded aluminum-clad exteriors, plus eight anodized finishes. Seven wood species can be prefinished in one ofthe 55 colors for the interior.

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Look of Real Stone

Mediterranea's Bella porcelain tiles recreate the look of travertine stone.

Produced in the U.S., the tiles are available in 18"x18", 13"x13", meshbacked mosaics on l3"xl3" sheets, plus bullnose accessories.

Colors include terracotta, beige, gold, and noce.

- Please call (305) 718-5091 or v i s it www .me di t e nanea- usa.c om

Recessed For Brilliance

Recessed LED light kits from Dekor offer an easy-to-install system for decks. docks. and patios.

Both the down and stair lights are water- and weather-resistant.

Intense Vinyl Fence

Certainteed's newest line of vinyl fencing provides a low-maintenance alternative to traditional stucco walls.

CertaStucco reportedly won't crumble, peel, chip, crack, or stain like traditional stucco-and never needs painting.

The product's neutral shade, Mission Ivory, complements any

Each kit has everything needed for installation: a patented transformer, eight 100,000-hour LED lights, a custom drill bit, and wire connectors.

- PIease call (303) 783-8998 or visit www.de-kor.com exterior color scheme.

- Visit www.certainteed.c'om

Light Porch Columns

YellaWood porch columns from Great Southern Wood are constructed from high-density lumber with small knots for structural intesritv with a beautiful appearance.

Since they are kiln-dried after treatment with a micronized copper preservative, the columns reportedly are ready to paint or stain immediate-

Deck surfaces that are easy to install appeal to contractors and homeowners alike. Exactly why StoneDeck and our new Prefinished Tropical Hardwoods are great products for increasing your premium outdoor decking sales. StoneDeck installs with a simple joist plate that screws directly to a sandard 16"oc deck frame. Even in second story applications there is no need for any additional substructure. So, how do you make tropical hardwoods easier to installi Pre finishing is the first answer. Now, all three of our tropical hardwood species come pre finished on all four sides. Pair this with sur new Super Deck Screw that rypically requires no pre drilling and you're talking major time savings. Our 10% homeowner rebate coupon is just icing on the cake. For more information, call us at 800-426-8430. You can also check out our complete line of outdoor building materials and accessories on our website. Eil the best outdoor projects start with the best materials

Bonded with a waterproof adhesive, the hollow columns are lighter than solid timbers and less likely ro split, crack or twist.

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Hardwood-Look Decking

WeatherBest's Tropical composite decking is for consumers who want the look of exotic hardwoods without harming natural species.

Produced by Fiber Composites, the decking comes in two bold colors: teak, a medium brown with red hieh- lights, and cypress, which has variegated gray tones. Both colors permeate the entire board, so scratches weather out.

The decking is available in 12' ,16' and 20' lengths and grooved for easy installation with Phantom II hidden fasteners.

- Visit www.weatherbest.com

Tape Off The Bleeding

Frog Tape from Inspired Technologies is coated to prevent paint bleed.

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The Paintblock coating reportedly forms a micro barrier along the edge of the tape, to seal it and help prevent paint from bleeding under the tape.

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No visible fasteners on deck board face

. Fasteners that are attached to the joists are hidden by the subsequent deck board

, The Hidden Linl{' system allows air to flow between the deck boards and the joist, enabling the joists to continually dry out (preventing the acceleration ol rot)

No expensive biscuit cutter required

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). Mount Storm's in-house milling facility produces high quality moulding. Our Rosenquist radio frequency gluer can fabricate glued-up solid wood panels up to 48" wide. Sanding is also available up to 53" wide.

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WeatherBest White Comp-osite Railing comes in 6' and 8' sections that can be snapped together quickly without hardware.

The railing is made from PVC, wood flour, and a blend of additives that reportedly resists fading, weathering and chalking.

Railings come in two profiles-flat top and classic rounded styles. Balusters can be installed in square or diamond positions.

- Please visit www.weatherbest.com

Structural Fence Posts

The Nexus Post, a structural column system for fences, is new from Cornerstone Products Group.

Included are a metal post, decorative column andcap,

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Exotic Hardwood Deck Tiles

Teak and ip6 tiles from East Teak Fine Hardwoods are designed to be easy to install over existing concrete or wood decks.

Both measure 20"x20, and reportedly are naturally resistance to insects, rot, decay, and fungus.

- For more information, please visit www.eastteak.com

Reformulated Flexible Trim

ResinArt has improved its Duraflex flexible urethane mouldins to increase streneth and stainabilitv.

The teak tiles are available in either straight or diagonal patterns, while the ip6 tiles are available in a straight pattern with non-slip grooves.

Flexible enough for almost any radius or curved application, the trim reportedly contains no VOC's, is moisture and insect resistant. and can withstand extreme heat and cold without warping, cracking, or deteriorating.

- Visit www.flexmoulding.com

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Rhino Deck composite decking and railing sysfcms include planks, posts, r'.rils, balusters, fascia, flashing, arrd joist covers. Ilhino Deck is splintcr free, slip resistant, nnd does not need painting or staining! N{aterials install with traditiorral wood tools and are covered bv a 10-'v'ear warranty. Distributed

LUMBER ASSOCIATION of California & Nevada hosted its annual PAC oolf tournament April 17 at Black Gold Golf Course, Yorba Linda, Ca. (1)Jim Sond-ergaard, Mike Boone, Fabio Faipa, David Vigil. (2) Sal Camada, Pat Hawthorne, John Allen. (3) Scott Middaugh, Mike Plutner, Steve Mitchell, Tom Benjamin. (4) Jim Burns, Troy Allen, Pete Ganahl, Phil Gallicchio. (5) Mark Huff, Rich Langhon, Mark Ramsey, Garrett Stinson. (6) Mario Barajas, Richard Coale, Bart Weber, Ron Hillman. (7) Jack Peterson, Chris Parker, Walter Frederick, Brian Faulstich. (8) John Neel, Scott Nichols. (9) Barrett Burt, Melissa Ganahl. (10) Rob Roberts, Bob Roberts, Rick Boberts, Frank Guzman, (11)Chris Manning, Doug Willis. (12)Bob Mion, Larry Slonum. (13) Karin & Tom Angel, Shannon Mott, Ken Piwowar. (14) Mike Carey, Mark Ganahl, Omar Diaz, Peter Ganahl. (15) Tony Campbell, Tim Gaffney. (16)Andy Mairs, Joe Allotta. (More photos on next page)

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OPEN HOUSE at Southern California's J&W Lumber (continued from previous page): (11 David Frick. (2) Chris Toedt, Pat Morgan. (3) Scott Church, Gerry Merker. (4) Adam Kenney. Steve Whitebread. (5) Leslie Boies, Brad Hatley. (6) Larry Nenow. (7) Luke Marshal, Mike Spence, J.P. Ellajay, Jim Stevenson. (8) Brian Hodgson, Mark Mandiola, Chris Warner, Bob Cosler.