Builder - February 2009 - (Page 37) TOPSHELF THE L ATEST AND GREATEST BUILDING PRODUCTS ■ E D I T E D B Y N I G E L F. M AY N A R D Get Jiggy The Kreg Jig system makes it easier than ever to create a pocket-screw joint. Ideal for building simple bookcases, doors, or cabinets, the system consists of a three-hole drill guide, large clamping recess, and toggle clamp. The drill guide is removable for mobile use and can be adjusted for materials measuring a 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches thick. ▪ Cost: $100. Kreg Tool Co. 800-447-8638. www.kregjig.com. Star Bright Part of the manufacturer’s Everlume line, the Starlite chandelier is the first LED fi xture to mount bulbs behind etched clear glass, instead of beneath, for direct illumination. It offers warm white light comparable to a standard 60-watt incandescent bulb and can last over 30,000 hours under normal usage. ▪ Cost: $1,186.50. Progress Lighting. 864-599-6000. www.progresslighting.com. Handle With Care Sanding can be hard on the hands, but the Zip Sponge Holder can help. The product features an ergonomic, soft plastic holder that grips a standard-sized sponge to keep hands safe from scrapes. It can be used for wet or dry sanding and comes packaged with four sanding sponges. ▪ Cost: $9.99. Ali Industries. 800-255-4748. www.zipsander.com. (see page 38) Cover Up The Cut Protection Glove protects hands from lacerations and abrasions that occur during construction. Made from a stretch yarn that features the strength and durability of Kevlar and steel, the glove offers up to eight times more protection than other gloves. ▪ Cost: $17.99 to $19.99. Ansell Limited. 800-800-0444. www.ansellconstruction.com. W W W.BUILDERONLINE.COM f ebrua ry 2 0 0 9 BUILDER ■ 37 http://www.kregjig.com http://www.progresslighting.com http://www.zipsander.com http://www.ansellconstruction.com http://WWW.BUILDERONLINE.COM
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