New Products

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New Products: is designed to keep you informed about new products and projects. Each month we'll highlight new ideas and products that will help you with your home renovations and outdoor projects. Click on the item to get more information or contact your local Castle dealer.

New Products:

The Stratton Bracket
The Stratton Bracket is not just for decks. It can also be used for stairs, steps, awnings, boat docks, flower boxes and window and door security. Can be used for both temporary or permanent projects.

The Stratton Bracket saves money and hours of work by accommodating any size of "two by" material. It allows the framework to be built on the ground, much more easily and then set into place. The framework can be shifted inside the bracket for squaring and levelling, as well as to centre it to the house. This prevents water build-up, which in turn could cause rot, decay and bug infestations by allowing air circulation between the house and the deck. The ledger board can easily expand and contract without effecting its securement to the house. The Stratton Bracket also eliminates cutting the siding to attach the ledger board. It will also eliminates pre-fitting and securing the ledger board to the house, flashing and caulking the ledger board. The Stratton Bracket bolts directly against vinyl, aluminum, steel, wood and masonry. The Stratton Bracket greatly increases the shear strength of the wood because the wood "sits" in the brackets.

Fusion Feltac™
The Snap glides. Use for folding tables, folding or stackable chairs, drying garment racks, swivel recliner sets, easels, plant stands and various tubular-based furniture. 2 diffenrent shapes and sizes.

Fusion Feltac™ combines the well-known softness of FELTAC™ with these essential glides. Permanently fused felt will never come unstuck!

Fusion Wheels™
Soft on the floors, 100% scratch-free protection, eliminates unpleasant, disturbing noise on hard surfaces.

Fusion Feltac™ combines the well-known softness of FELTAC™ with commun Dual-wheel casters. Permanently fused felt will never come unstuck! Available in 4 mounting types: Friction Grip Stem, Threaded Stem, Wood Stem and Plate.

Eco Feltac™
Reduce your environmental footprint. Its compact size, space-saving FSC-approved and recyclable packaging further reduces the environmental footprint. Available in 8 diffirent shapes and sizes, and 2 Multipack.

Made of 85% recycled fibers and 15% soft, durable polyester contact pad. Powerful adhesive injected deep into pad.

Madico Toe Saver™
Protects toes and feet from bed frame casters and legs.
Unique. Made of polythylene foam in ajustable diameter, it wraps quickly and easily around bed legs or casters.

TASK launches striking tools, caulking guns and chalk reels
TASK Tools has launched a new line of striking tools, caulking guns and chalk reels. The firm's striking tool line includes sledges, mauls, axes, pickaxes, tampers, wedges, and bars. Each features double injected fibreglass handles, which are guaranteed to be unbreakable when used as intended.
The handles reduce vibration transmission, have built-in overstrike protection, and integrated rubber grips that will not twist or slip under pressure. The ergonomic handle profiles allow users to easily slide their hands up and down the handle, while still maintaining the grip required for precise control.
The new caulking gun line features three skeleton frame models and five cradle frame models in 9” and 13” sizes. Available in light duty, heavy duty and premium heavy duty grades, premium models feature 360' rotating frames, allowing for convenient left or right handed access to confined spaces.
They also have high ratio triggers for reduced hand fatigue and hardened steel driving dogs to drive a variety of high viscosity caulks, sealants and adhesives.
The patented capless refill port featured on the three new chalk reel models allows for quick, no-spill refills and, since there is no door or cap to accidentally slide open, these reels will never spill chalk in your toolbox, the company says.

Flushmount body sprays from MOEN create spa-like experience
The Flushmount body sprays from Moen Canada are designed to create the perfect shower or vertical spa experience, the company says. With a modern design that fits cleanly against the wall, the body sprays blend in with tile, slate or other premium shower surround materials.
The adjustable spray face allows water to be pivoted up to 20º degrees in any direction. An adjustable mounting bracket helps ensure quick and easy alignment with adjacent body sprays and fits within a standard 2x4 foot wall.
The sprays are engineered with performance-enhancing features, including a Fibonacci-inspired spray, a spiral-shaped nozzle pattern to provide full-body coverage resulting in invigorating water sprays. They also feature Moen’s Immersion rainshower technology to enhance the spray delivery and create a water enveloping sensation.
Flushmount body sprays are available in either round or square trim shapes and a Chrome, LifeShine Brushed Nickel or Oil Rubbed Bronze finish. They are also compatible with a number of Moen Canada’s shower and vertical spa systems.

Stanley Releases organizer and trio of hand tools
Stanley and Stanley FatMax have launched new hand tools and organizers designed with innovation, comfort and durability in mind.
The Stanley FatMax 17 oz. Framing Hammer (#51-414) is lightweight to reduce fatigue on the job, while performing with the speed and strike force of a 22-oz. hammer. It features a checker face design, genuine hickory handle complete with a grip-enhancing axe-handle finish for ergonomic comfort and lists for $34.99 Stanley FatMax non-magnetic I Beam Levels are available in 24” (#43-553), 48” (#43-555) and 72” (#43-557) models.
The levels combine strength and durability with lightweight frames, shock absorbing end caps, rubber grip handles and a pencil retainer for convenient marking. Price: $24.99 for the 24” level, $29.99 for the 48” and $44.99 for the 72” level.
Meanwhile, the Stanley Hand Held Tool Sharpener (#16-144) contains coarse grit on one side and fine grit on the other and adapts to almost every hand tool. The sharpening stone fits in its handle for protection and convenient storage.
Price: $29.99 Finally, the Stanley FatMax Professional Organizer (#014820R), according to the company, is the first water-sealed organizer on the market. Its design also allows a contractor to securely lock and stack together more than one organizer if you need to tote a lot of equipment or a single organizer for smaller jobs. The suggested list price is $29.99.

AkzoNobel adhesives designed to bind like nails
Liquid Nails, a line of adhesives from AkzoNobel, provide maximum performance on any surface and nail-like strength in situations where a hammer and nail are not ideal. An assortment of adhesives are available for construction, indoor and outdoor carpeting, panelling and moulding, insulation panel and drywall, mirrors, tub surrounds, ceramic tiles, concrete, parquet and wood flooring.
In addition, there are squeezable all-purpose adhesives for such applications as leather, rubber, wood, foam and cardboard. All Liquid Nails products meet Canadian VOC standards, with many meeting the stringent environmental standards put forward by the Greenguard Environmental Institute (GEI), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
Some Liquid Nails products are formulated to resist rain or snow, while others work in extreme temperatures, from -5°C to 48°C. Liquid Nails adhesives are available now and based on size and formulation, priced between $2.59 to $34.99.

PVC Decking from Certainteed emulates new hardwood styles
CertainTeed has expanded its EverNew LT Cellular PVC Decking line and added Jatoba and Spanish cedar to the line of low-maintenance PVC decking designed for building professionals to offer the authentic look of hardwoods. Previously available options include Saddle, Squoia, Dune and Greystone.
EverNew LT emulates both the look and feel of hardwood; however, requires no painting or staining, does not splinter, warp or rot and is highly resistant to wood-boring insects. Its fusion-bonded surface protects from mold, stains and fading, and is solar-reflective, staying cool to the touch on hot days.
EverNew LT Cellular PVC Decking has a 20-year warranty against stain and fading, and a lifetime limited protection warranty. It carries a Class 1(A) fire rating, giving it superior fire resistance.

Moen Canada bathroom collection accentuates the angles
Moen Canada's new 90° bathroom collection offers a modern style and minimalist design through square angles.
Available in the company's LifeShine Brushed Nickel finish, the 90° collection includes single-handle and two-handle widespread faucets, plus coordinating shower and tub options and their matching accessories.
Each faucet offers a 5.7 L per minute flow, versus traditional aerators that flow at 8.3 L per minute, resulting in a water savings of up to 32%. Eco-Performance showering options that flow at 6.6 L per minute, versus the industry standard of 9.5 L per minute, are also available. Both faucets and showerheads have been certified to contribute toward maximizing LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points.

Colorite's green element hoses are rugged yet light
The environmentally friendly Element hose line from Colorite Plastics Company is light and flexible, yet strong and durable. Each hose also provides kink free performance with Colorite's patented Duraflow technology and comes with a spring guard and rugged collar sleeve for comfort when watering.
Available in three sizes (50, 75 and 100'), the heavy duty, charcoal colored hose has a high performance 500+ PSI burst strength and exclusive easy to grip ergonomic brass couplings that eliminate the need for a wrench.
Each is lead-free, phthalate-safe and bacteria-resistant. Colorite, a division of Tekni-Plex, Inc. is the world's number one manufacturer of garden hose, soaker and aeration tubing.

Fortress Iron releases new fence, railing lines
Versai Ornamental Fence (above) from Fortress Iron is a cost-effective system capable of handling aggressive grade changes frequently seen around homes. “Teamed up with the professionals of DuPont, Fortress has developed the ultimate in exterior iron coating with FortressShield,” the company says. “This premium coating goes above and beyond with a sophisticated combination of DuPont E-Coat Plus and an additional layer of DuPont Polyester Powder Coating to ensure a superior fence that is impervious to the elements.”
Features include rigid welded steel construction, which is twice the strength of an aluminum fence, with a 20-year limited manufacturer warranty. Meanwhile, the Fe26 Iron Railing (right) from Fortress provides customization possibilities that were previously available only though expensive custom welding shops.
The fact it is 100% galvanized steel, e-coated and premium powder coated means a virtually maintenance free and durable welded railing system for any surface whether concrete, wood or composite.

Prismaclad expands colour options for windows exteriors
Ply Gem Canada has introduced the new PrismaClad Colour program to provide virtually limitless colour options for window exteriors. The colour solutions are available on all products within the Ply Gem Canada Elite Series Regency and Fusion product lines.
Through the Ply Gem Canada PrismaClad Colour program, customers who want more options than the six colours that come standard on Regency and five colours on Fusion can select from more than 40 exterior window hues, including 30 signature colours, 17 woodgrain colours and 12 metallic colours.
Within the program, Ply Gem Canada has also created the DuraMatch colour matching process, which the company says allows it to match nearly any existing colour and is an “ideal solution for projects that do not involve the replacement of every window.” In addition to an expanded colour palette, Ply Gem Canada offers several solutions to enhance home design, such as simulated divided lites, designer glass or brickmoulds.

Guardian Launches Eco-Friendly Insulation
Guardian Building Products has announced the launch of its new fiberglass insulation with ecoGuard™ technology. The breakthrough produces eco-friendly fiberglass insulation that combines the company’s thermal technology and energy performance without adding dyes or formaldehyde.
Guardian Fiberglass Insulation with ecoGuard™ technology is a white, no formaldehyde added, high performance product line available to the residential and commercial construction markets. With at least 35% recycled content and no added dyes or formaldehyde, this latest technology marks what the company describes as a “significant change” in its 30-year fiberglass production process.
Features include Reduced VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), sound control and improved handling. The insulation also meets the highest and most stringent standards in the industry for indoor air quality, GREENGUARD® Children and Schools certification.

Stanley's MIG15 framing hammer weighs in at 15 ounces
Stanley, a brand of Stanley Black & Decker, recently launched the first 15-ounce all-steel MIG Framing Hammer to its line of FATMAX hammers.
The lightweight MIG15 gives contractors the weight of titanium with the strength of steel and can handle virtually any professional wood-framing job.
“The industry standard has traditionally been hammers as heavy as 28 or even 32-ounces; however, the trend today is towards lighter products overall, including power tools and hand tools,” said Scott Moore, vice president of marketing at Stanley Black & Decker Canada. “Extensive jobsite research and countless conversations with our end users helped our engineering team develop a lighter hammer that not only delivers the power professionals need, but also helps to increase their level of productivity, reduce fatigue and improve comfort.”

Ecotouch™ PINK™ Fiberglas® insulation with Purefiber™ technology
Owens Corning Canada LP has announced the launch of its EcoTouch™ PINK™ FIBERGLAS® insulation with PureFiber™ Technology. EcoTouch™ insulation establishes the new benchmark for insulation performance by fusing the industry-leading thermal and acoustical performance characteristics of Owens Corning PINK™ FIBERGLAS® insulation with PureFiber™ technology. The company says the result is a new class of high-performance, formaldehyde-free residential and commercial insulation made, with natural**** ingredients. In addition, the new offerings are third party GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality CertifiedSM, meeting the most stringent certification standards. “We know that our customers are increasingly interested in sustainable building solutions and that our new EcoTouch™ PINK™ insulation products will help Canadians make their homes more energy-efficient,” said Ric McFadden, Vice President of Building Materials at Owens Corning Canada. “This newest innovation reflects our relentless pursuit of environmentally sustainable and efficient ways to insulate Canadian homes.”. The features of the new EcoTouch™ PINK™ insulation products will provide Canadians with more opportunities to protect the environment, the company says.
THESE FEATURES INCLUDE:
• Manufactured with over 70%*** recycled content, the highest recycled content for fiberglass insulation in Canada, EcoTouch™ PINK™ insulation products will help Canadians participate in glass recycling efforts, keeping waste out of landfills and turning it into usable products.
• EcoTouch™ PINK™ insulation products are made with PureFiber™ Technology, with natural**** materials and are a formaldehyde-free formulation.
• Every pound of glass fibre insulation annually saves 12 times more energy than was originally used to produce it. Homeowners installing up to 15” of EcoTouch™ PINK™ FIBERGLAS® batt Insulation to meet the recommended standard of R-50 can save up to a half a ton** of greenhouse gases every year.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS OF USING ECOTOUCH™ PINK™ FIBERGLAS® INSULATION WITH PUREFIBER™ TECHNOLOGY ALSO INCLUDE:
• Guaranteed thermal performance for the life of one’s home
• Significant money savings* on heating and cooling bills
• Softness with fast, easy handling and installation and less dust than all other fiberglass insulation products.

RedCore™ Concept F-1 - Infrared Fireplace Heater
The RedCore™ infrared heater is a breakthrough in safe, economical, clean technology.
Infrared Heat is the most efficient way to convert electrical energy into heat energy. The result is a nearly perfect distribution of the heat. In comparison to radiant heat sources, infrared heat is 35% to 50% more efficient.
RedCore™ provides laboratory tested quartz infrared heating elements that provide the most efficient and quickest method to reach the desired temperature with the longest lifespan.
Unlike propane heaters, which pollute the air with carbon monoxide, the RedCore™ burns no fossil fuels.
No expensive and dangerous tanks to fill, no ventilation systems to install. Virtually maintenance free. Just plug in and enjoy the warmth!

RedCore™ Concept F-3 - Infrared Fireplace Heater
The RedCore™ infrared heater is a breakthrough in safe, economical, clean technology.
Infrared Heat is the most efficient way to convert electrical energy into heat energy. The result is a nearly perfect distribution of the heat. In comparison to radiant heat sources, infrared heat is 35% to 50% more efficient.
RedCore™ provides laboratory tested quartz infrared heating elements that provide the most efficient and quickest method to reach the desired temperature with the longest lifespan.
Unlike propane heaters, which pollute the air with carbon monoxide, the RedCore™ burns no fossil fuels.
No expensive and dangerous tanks to fill, no ventilation systems to install. Virtually maintenance free. Just plug in and enjoy the warmth!

Moen Shower Arm
A new shower arm from Moen Canada provides users with the experience of a ceiling-mounted rain shower from a wall-mounted showerhead.
The new shower arm is easily installed into existing plumbing, allowing consumers to update their shower at a fraction of the cost of a complete bath overhaul.
The shower arm is available in a number of finishes to coordinate with Moen Canada’s entire showering portfolio, which includes Chrome, Antique Nickel, Antique Bronze, LifeShine Brushed Bronze, LifeShine Brushed Nickel, Pewter, Oil Rubbed Bronze and Wrought Iron.
It is also compatible with the company’s M•PACT® common valve system.

Pam's Hot Melt Adhesive
PAM Fastening Technology has introduced a new hot melt adhesive that creates a high strength non-toxic bond between carpet tack or metal clips and the finished concrete, fibre cement backer board or wood before stretching a carpet over the floor.
The Series UX 8012 Hot Melt Adhesive from PAM Fastening complements the company’s Model HB 220 Hot Melt Glue Gun that accommodates the temperature required to apply the adhesive.
Benefits of using the adhesive for the carpet installer include the strength of the bond and its quick five-minute set up time.
According to the company, this results in greater productivity for the carpet installer since the installer does not have to return the next day or wait hours for the adhesive to fully dry before stretching the carpet.
Performance, the company says, is similar to a more costly pressure sensitive hot melt adhesive.

Stanley-Bostitch Gas-Powered Nailers
Stanley-Bostitch recently released five new gas-powered nailers, which the company says delivers the power and performance of compressor-driven nailers, while giving users the flexibility and maneuverability that comes with being compressor-free.
Easy to handle and lightweight, which means less strain on the job and less pain at the end of the workday, the nailers have over-moulded comfort grips for better handling when in use, and are made of high-quality materials to last longer.
With a suggested retail price of $399.99, the cordless Framing Nailers weigh just 8.3 lbs. and at full range, drives 3 1/2” nails using a gas cell with a life of 1,200 nails.
The world’s first 28° nailer, model GF28WW will run the company’s own 28° wire-weld nails, while the 33° model GF33PT nailer will run Bostitch’s “D” head paper tape nails.
Further information on the 15-Guage, 16-Gauge and 18-Gauge models is available at www.bostitch.com.

Fatmax Xtreme Clamp Level
The Stanley FatMax Xtreme clamp level system accommodates both 2 and 4 dimensional lumber (1-1/2”, 3-1/2”) and securely holds the level to studs, whether horizontal or vertical, freeing up both hands to work.
It has a Max Edge bridged center vial (patent pending) that allows for a continuous marking edge as well as an open line-of-sight to the center vial for reliable measurement.
Available in 24” or 28” lengths, the system is built into the ends of the levels where there is the additional benefit of absorbent end caps that provide extra protection to the high-wear areas of the level.
Stanley FatMax® Xtreme™ Clamp Levels are available for a suggested retail price of $99.99 and come with a lifetime accuracy warranty.

Delta Dry Rain Screen
Broadleaf is now distributing the Delta-Dry ventilated rain screen from Cosella-Dörken Products Inc., with dual chambers for absorptive cladding.
The screen addresses moisture problems specific to homebuilding practices in Canada, offering superior ventilation, drying and drainage capacity, the company says. By helping to reduce moisture and prevent mold, it can also extend the life of the building.
Delta-Dry provides advanced drying, drainage and weather protection in a unique two-sided three-dimensional structure, and optimizes wall drainage and drying mechanisms.
The product is easy to install and has been performance tested.

BJET Concrete Floor Cover
Designed by Canadian contractors and engineers, tyroc from Guelph, Ont. BJET Inc. is a new and innovative concrete floor cover that will allow a contractor to install a comfortable and healthy basement floor, while adding value to the entire home. Carpets, tile, linoleum, laminate, and floor heating products can be installed on top of the tyroc panels. The result is a finished floor that feels solid but with give.
According to BJET, it is an environmentally friendly product that eliminates millions of used tires and plastic water bottles from land fill sites because 2.5 car tires and 8.5 kg (18.6 lbs.) of plastic bottles are used in the production of each 100 sq. feet of tyroc.
The board also acts as an effective barrier to moisture and cold and can increase floor temperatures by up to 3.2°C, which can greatly reduce home heating costs.

Moen's M-Power Faucets Hygenic, Hands-Free
Moen Canada has announced a new line of easy-to-use M-Power sensor-operated faucets, which feature hands-free activation. The new M-Power faucets are designed for commercial, healthcare and educational facilities to aid in conserving energy and electrical resources. A motion sensor starts and stops the flow of water, automatically reducing daily litres used, reducing sewage bills, limiting hot water consumption, saving energy and preventing the risk of accidental overflow. In addition, the company says a lack of handles prevents the spread of germs and bacteria.
M-Power faucets are ADA-approved and powered using standard lead-free AA Alkaline batteries or a low-powered AC adaptor and comes equipped with a water-conserving low-flow, vandalresistant aerator.
Above and below deck electronics offer installation options based on sink styles or building preferences.
All of Moen’s M-Power commercial electronic faucets are backed by a five-year warranty against material or manufacturing defects.

Adiago Ceiling Panel Maximizes Acoustical Control
Adiago High CAC from CertainTeed is a sustainable composite ceiling panel, which the company says features superior acoustical performance by combining the sound absorption of high-density fibreglass with the sound containment qualities of mineral fibre.
The panel is rated as a CLASS A product by the International Organization for Standards (ISO) 11654, the International Standard for Classification of Sound Absorbers, which ensures superior sound absorption across a wide range of frequencies.
The optimal sound absorption and containment properties of the panels also eliminate the need for full height wall partitions, which can add complexity and cost to construction projects.
Adagio High CAC also helps building occupants comply with various privacy regulations.

Light Mine Magnetic LED Light
Light Mine is an innovative magnetic flashlight that can be positioned into any tight space due to its compact size. Its 12 rare earth magnets allow it to stick to any ferrous surface. The powerful LED light explodes with illumination and the unique shape allows it to be pointed in any direction. It is powered by three LR44 watch batteries, which are easily replaceable. This handy light is great for the job site, workshop or around the home when you need quick, hands free illumination.
The Light Mine has a suggested retail price of $9.99 and is available exclusively through Task Tools® in Canada.