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If you have spent time sealing a gap, then you know the frustration of having to redo the project a few years later due to joint movement. Joint movement is inevitable and happens with temperature fluctuations, soils sifting and settling. Elastomeric sealants were created to help address the problem associated with joint movement. The minimum requirement for an elastomeric sealant is 25 percent joint movement.

Titebond DuraMaster Sealant is the first elastomeric, water-based sealant with 100% joint movement. Simply stated, it’s four times the minimum requirement for elastomeric sealants. Further, it can span gaps up to 2” wide while staying flexible, crackproof, paintable and VOC-compliant. It can be applied both indoors and outdoors to common building materials including: vinyl, metal, glass, wood, PVC, concrete, aluminum and all types of siding. It’s available in 13 colors to match numerous applications and is UV-resistant. Click here to view a brief company video.

Since joint movement is a problem for all we provided DuraMaster Sealant to a pro and a DIYer looking for pro-level results. All reported application was no different than other sealants and clean-up was easy, only requiring soap and water. Both also mentioned it was reassuring to know the project was done and would not need to be revisited after a few years of joint movement. DuraMaster Sealant is an excellent addition to any hardware store wanting to provide its customers with premium products that will last.

For anyone that has spent any time in Florida, you know the state does not lack for its fair share of bugs. Mosquitoes, beetles, ants, spiders, you name it and we have plenty. While all of these bugs perform their unique purpose in our environment, it becomes a problem when they enter our homes.

Spider traps have been around for years, but recently RESCUE! took a different approach to removing these arachnids. Most spider traps consist of paper tents with glue to catch the spiders when they enter the trap. One of the issues with these traps is the entry point catches the spider and does not allow the spider to enter further into the trap. This limits the number of spiders that can be caught using traditional paper tent traps.

RESCUE! Spider Traps did away with the messy paper tent and instead created a decorative, thin, hard plastic shell with multiple entry points. The traps also feature a glue dot pattern, allowing more spiders to enter the trap. The glue dot pattern is also applied to both sides of the trap, effectively doubling the use of the trap. Click here for a brief overview of the RESCUE! Spider Traps.

All our testers mentioned how easy it was to use the product since no assembly is required. The dark color and thin profile made placement easy, but more importantly out of sight. As one tester said, “No one wants to see a messy glue tent in the house or around their children and pets.” An unofficial review was given by my nine-year-old son when I showed him the product in our office. He said, “They can catch big spiders and small spiders, but just not Spider-Man!”

RESCUE Spider Traps are made in the USA and a great addition to any store selling spider traps. RESCUE! created a dedicated page on their website for retailer information. Click here to view.

Procell Alkaline AA industrial batteries are general-purpose batteries, ideal for powering mid- and low-drain professional devices such as smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, security keypads, remote controls, wireless mice, keyboards, motion sensors and flushometers.

Featuring long-lasting, reliable power, Procell batteries are also available in AAA, C, D and 9V sizes. Operating temperatures from -4°F to 129.2°F.

Manufactured using superior cell design to ensure high-quality cell construction. Each battery comes with a ‘quality warranty.’ Design, safety, manufacturing and qualification follow Procell’s stringent battery standards, which incorporate parts of the ANSI and IEC battery standards.

Economically packaged in bulk and individually date-coded for effective inventory management.

Duracell Procell
877-277-6235
www.procell.com

FrogTape® Delicate Surface Painter’s Tape is made with exclusive PaintBlock® Technology, a super-absorbent polymer that reacts with the water in latex paint and instantly gels to form a micro-barrier that seals the edges of the tape to prevent paint bleed. The result is a crisp, professional paint line.

Specifically designed to work on delicate surfaces such as fresh paint, wallpaper and decorative projects, this premium-grade masking tape is perfect for when you need a lower adhesion level to help prevent surface damage.

Removes cleanly from most surfaces for up to 60 days. Premium adhesion to help eliminate the need for touch-ups.

Tape canister for clean, protected storage.

FrogTape/Shurtape Technologies
800-321-0253
www.frogtape.com

Whether you’re looking for concrete anchors, hex screws or any number of other crucial fasteners, you can always trust the durability of TorqueMaster.

Available in a number of display options, including counter, hanging packs and bulk displays, the TorqueMaster brand has gained a reputation for being the safest, easiest and most reliable anchoring solution available, great for indoor and outdoor applications.

Star-drive concrete screws eliminate cam-out, while hardened alloy steel eliminates breaking.

Features serrated washer head for a secure grip to the install surface, serrated threads for superior hold to concrete and superior exterior coating suitable for ACQ lumber.

Midwest Fastener
800-388-9798
www.fastenerconnection.com

Features an updated engine design and the same power as the previous model while using less fuel and reducing exhaust emissions.

Quickstop® chain brake safety feature is designed to reduce risk of injury in certain kickback situations by stopping the rotation of the chain if activated by operator’s hand or by inertia if the saw kicks back with sufficient force.

Anti-vibration system minimizes user fatigue and provides a more comfortable working experience, while simplified design of the carburetor settings allows for easy manual adjustment.

ElastoStart™ starter handle includes a built-in shock absorber that helps reduce the effort when pulling on the starter cord.

STIHL Inc.
800-467-8445
www.STIHLusa.com

The 9-inch Radial Sander is engineered to allow pros to sand large areas with greater ease. This is the lightest radial sander on the market.

It has a unique pivoting hinge and round shape that prevents flipping. The Hyde radial sander accepts any 9” round abrasive material that has the hook and loop attachment feature and attaches to an Acme threaded pole.

Pivoting hinge prevents flipping to prevent damage to walls.

Hook and loop system for quickly attaching and changing abrasive sheets.

Hyde Tools
800-872-4933
www.hydetools.com

Ergonomically designed for user comfort, the GKS18V-26L brings BITURBO BRUSHLESS™ technology to the core of the tool allowing for increased power while completing a variety of heavy-duty projects.

Offers pros the ideal cordless tool with build-in features to provide added mobility and visibility.

Blade left design provides a clearer view of the blade for better cut-line visibility when held in the right hand, while also keeping the tool balance to the right, perfect for rip cuts.

Pivoting dust port rotates 360° directing dust or optional vacuum hose away from the user’s body. Electronic convenience brake feature quickly stops the blade for less downtime between repeated cuts.

Robert Bosch Tool Corp.
877-267-2499
www.boschtools.com

• Premium-grade, delicate-surface painter’s tape for interior use on freshly painted surfaces (24 hours old), faux finishes, primed wallboard and wallpaper.

• CF 160 (FrogTape^® brand painter’s tape) is a low-adhesion masking tape made with exclusive PaintBlock^® Technology, a super-absorbent polymer that reacts with latex paint and instantly gels to form a micro-barrier that seals the edges of the tape to prevent paint bleed and deliver very sharp paint lines.

• 60-day clean removal.

• Widths available: 24 mm, 36 mm and 48 mm.

ShurTape Technologies/FrogTape 
www.frogtape.com 
800-321-1733

• Eliminates the need for messy roller trays by holding up to 22 oz. of paint directly in the handle. It’s great for painting walls and ceilings two times faster than a manual roller and with less mess.

• The roller allows you to reload on the go. Simply attach the fill tube to your paint can, press EZ Roller fill valve onto the tube, pull back on the plunger, then squeeze the trigger to directly feed paint to the 9” x 3/8” roller cover.

• Paint a 7’ x 10’ area with a single fill.

• The roller also reduces the need for a ladder or step stool by providing long reach for tall walls and ceilings.

Wagner Spray Tech 
www.wagnerspraytech.com
800-328-8251