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Log Meister II Scriber
For those who want a side-mounted bubble level version of the original Log Meister. For Best Results: use with Lumocolor Permanent Fine Point Marker, Veritas Ink Pencil, or Sanford Noblot Ink Pencil. To use marker, remove collet and inset marker into Pen Holder, tip first. Two markers may be used and are suggested. (If top marker begins to dry out, invert tool to bring bottom marker to top. The see through vial works in both directions.) Scriber may be used horizontally by rotating vials 90 degrees. Pay special attention to flange on collets. The thin flange fits the Stainless Steel Stylus, medium flange fits Veritas Pencil, thick flange fits Noblot Ink Pencil. Extra collets may be obtained for double pencil operation. T043-SCRIBERS2 $310.00
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Dual Rod’s name has changed to Sof® Rod.
Carpenter Bees are active between February and June
Nortek Levelers have been load tested; see the report.
Sansin & Sikkens pricing has increased.
All Log-Gevity products are freeze-thaw stable.
Purchasing & Shipping Supervisor:
Yvonne Warren
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Calendar:
Memorial Day
May 26th
Offices Closed
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Chinking Damaged By Birds
You can see where birds have pecked irregular shaped holes into the latex chinking looking for insects and even where they chewed into the backer rod.
Birds can hear the insects moving within the log work and they are trying to reach them. The insects have either found within the logs soft, moist wood to nest in and hatch their young or are feeding on the wood itself.
Treatment:
The insect infestation of the logs needs to be treated first. Look for other small holes (accompanied by fine sawdust) in the log work. Using a syringe, inject the holes with an approved insecticide. Plug the holes with caulking or a mixture of wood glue and sawdust. For more information on the prevention and treatment of insects see Chapter 4: Insects starting on page 30.
Once the insect problem has been dealt with, fill holes with similar caulk or chinking to seal them from future infestation and moisture infiltration.
Unlike mortar chinking, synthetic caulk and chinking will adhere perfectly to old caulk or chinking as long as the surface is dry and free of dust and debris. Apply a small amount of new chinking over the holes and spread out with a foam brush to form a seamless patch.
Monitor the chinking and logs over the next few months to see if any more holes materialize. If so, repeat the treatment until they stop appearing. Typically, once the insect problem has been effectively dealt with, the birds should leave the chinking alone.
Reprinted from the Log Home Maintenance Guide.
  For those of you who don’t need a big, expensive powerhouse portable band saw we decided to introduce a smaller, less expensive powerhouse portable band saw; the Elf. With two of the same 10" wheels we use on the Titan, it has an 8.5" effective throat width and 12.5" of effective cut depth. With the blade nested into the vertical frame member it skirts around big timbers unobstructed by the separation of function found in the other hand-held portables. Being balanced where the blade intersects the platen, it exhibits the same effortless control found in the big Titan; and therefore protected under the same U.S. Patent (#6,675,486) Elf features the same top quality running components as Titan, including: dual-spring, lever-action tensioning; 3/4HP TEFC motor; ball bearing guides and drive system; one-piece cover; and laminated platen. The light-weight, hand-built, and all-aluminum frames (somewhat beefier in relation to their size than the mighty Titan) are individually balanced, as are the wheels.
As you can see, Elf lacks an exposed frame member hanging out on the left side so we added a sweet little ergonomical handle there, opposite the motor switch, for safety. It still has two little T-handles on the platen, for close work. The word “sweet” keeps popping up as we play with this saw. “Manageable”, “tight”, and “handy” get used a lot also. You know how some tools just feel right? That’s Elf. T063-ELF $3,600.00
The door and window shimming solution. Makes installation fast and hassle free. Convenient adhesive strips hold firmly in place or can be stapled. Each Shim Mate can hold up to 8 shims. A real time saver! See movie and additional Info.
PolyOxide® Wood Floor Finish
Tough as a Parrot’s Beak®
Now you can put a great looking, high gloss Polyurethane finish on your floors and still use an environmentally friendly waterborne product! PolyOxide is designed specifically for tough applications like bar tops, residential or gymnasium floors, or even as a substitute for interior spar varnish, and it is an environmentally friendly waterborne finish! The secret is the micro-fine Aluminum Oxide particles added to the polyurethane and acrylic resins to increase durability without significantly affecting clarity. This finish is very scuff resistant and resists attack from harsh chemicals like alcohol or household cleaners. Brush it on right out of the can with a synthetic brush or lambs wool applicator, or spray right out of the can with HVLP systems. Choose from three different finishes, satin, semi-gloss, and gloss. It is water clear and non-yellowing. UV stabilized great looks will keep the compliments coming. Cures hard overnight for next day move in. Easy to use and no lingering paint smell. Non-toxic and nonflammable. Meets or exceeds all Federal and State regulations (low VOC).
To use: Stir contents gently but thoroughly. Do not shake. Apply 3-5 coats allowing 2 hours drying time between coats. Hand-sand after first coat. Dries to touch in 30 minutes, cures hard in 24 hours - Ready for service. PolyOxide Wood Floor finish can be applied over any clean sanded surface, and is compatible with thoroughly dried oil or water based stain. Recommended for highlighting wood grain beauty.
Water-based, means easy clean up. Non-flammable, non-yellowing, environmentally friendly, contains a UV protectant and is fast drying. No lingering paint smell. Use on interior wood furniture as well as wooden floors. Available in satin, semi-gloss, and gloss. Coverage: Approximately. 500 sq. ft. per gallon. Cleanup: Soap and water.
Quarts $26.00
1 gal. $62.00
5 gal. $275.00
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