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5-Inch Sanding Disc
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3M offers hard working power tool abrasives that last from one job to the next. Whether you are sanding wood, plastic or metal, 3M Ultra Durable 5-Inch Sanding Discs are ideal for all stages of sanding. 3M premium ceramic mineral technology cuts fast and lasts long. These disc are for use with a random orbital sanding tool. The HookIt™ attachment system allows for quick, secure attachment and easy removal. The unique universal hole pattern allows for efficient dust extraction on both 5-hole and 8-hole sanders.
3M
3M.com
Utility Knives
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Sharper, smarter and more durable than other utility knives and blades, Fiskars® Pro utility knives have CarbonMax™ blades that stay sharp 24x longer than the competition, allowing you to get more done using fewer utility blades. They also feature mechanical innovations for faster, easier blade changes, as well as impact-resistant, reinforced metal ends and strategically textured SoftGrip® to accommodate multiple grips comfortably.
Fiskars
fiskars.com
Contractor Utility Knives
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Take control of every cut with OLFA® X-Design™ Professional Utility Knives. The preloaded Ultra-Sharp Black Snap-Off Blade cuts up to 90 percent more than the competition, reducing blade changes and increasing productivity. The stainless-steel housing keeps the blade in place under pressure, adding rugged stability to every cut. The fiberglass reinforced handle with wraparound rubber grip reduces stress and prevents slips. Available in heavy-duty 18mm size to tackle most projects and 25mm for extra heavy-duty cutting.
OLFA North America
olfahandtools.com or 833-663-6532
Asphalt Sealant
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Sikaflex® is a Durable and flexible sealant for filling cracks in asphalt. Some common applications include; driveways, roadways, pavements, aprons and joint sealing. It self-levels, reducing the number of tools needed to complete your project and cures to a matte black finish to blend with existing asphalt. It is able to fill cracks up to 1 ½ inches wide, offers excellent adhesion and bonds to asphalt and concrete. It is easy-to-apply, self-levels and remains permanently elastic.
Sika
usa.sika.com/retail or 404-844-8399
Exterior Stain
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Benjamin Moore® ARBORCOAT® Exterior Stain enhances the natural beauty of exterior wood surfaces while providing unmatched protection because of its resistance to weather damage. ARBORCOAT® is available in translucent, semi-transparent, semi-solid and solid opacities with a wide variety of colors to choose from.
Benjamin Moore
benjaminmoore.com
Designer Roofing Shingles
Owens Corning’s 2021 shingle color of the year is Aged Copper, a collection of earthy shades including deep orange, sage green, and browns that combine to create a warm look. Aged Copper TruDefinition® Duration® Designer Roofing Shingles feature multiple-granule colors for texture and shadowing that adds drama.
Owens Corning
owenscorning.com or 800-438-7565
Tin Signs
Desperate Enterprises has proudly been the leader of American Made tin sign wall décor for over 30 years. Over 80 licenses and more than 1000 SKUs spanning over 7 product lines, we are your source for unique, high profit merchandise.
Desperate Enterprises
desperate.com or 800-732-4859
Bare Root Fruit Plants
Organic food options are often important to parents of young children and this new, organically grown bare root strawberry plant from Territorial Seed Company is a sweet option for home gardeners.
Territorial Seed Company
territorialseed.com or 800-626-0866
Kids Garden Tools Set
This gardening set includes a rake, spade, hoe and leaf rake with wood handles and metal heads, all downsized for small hands. The four-piece set is part of G & F Products’ JustForKids line.
Work Gloves Depot
workglovesdepot.com or 866-225-2915
Live Decorative Plant Starts
Instilling a love for gardening in the next generation can be as simple as encouraging families to plant bold, colorful flowers together in beds and planters. Superbells® Coral Sun is a new petunia-like plant from Proven Winners that will bloom from spring to fall with no deadheading necessary. They will also attract hummingbirds, making quality time in the garden even more special.
Proven Winners
provenwinners.com or 815-895-8130
Vegetable Seeds
An easy way to get kids to eat their peas is to involve them in the growing and harvesting process. First 13 peas from Burpee grow 13 peas per pod starting with the first harvest. The new variety reaches maturity in 60-65 days. Each packet contains 300 seeds.
Burpee
burpee.com or 800-444-7333
Indoor Counter Garden
Customers don’t need land to have a garden. This new countertop, in-home garden system from AeroGarden® can grow up to three plants with no soil and no sun. The system uses 10-Watt LED grow lights and soil-free, non-GMO, pre-seeded pods. The system also reminds users when to add water and plant food.
AeroGarden
aerogarden.com
Dual-Door Cabinet
This durable organizational tool for garages and workshops is made with heavy-duty 21-gauge steel and powder-coat paint finish that is scratch- and stain- resistant. The dual doors have locks with clear indicators for extra security and the shelving is adjustable for extra flexibility. The cabinet is part of a larger line that can be pieced together to fit users’ needs.
Armadillo Tough LLC
armadillotough.com or 888-350-7306
Folding Portable Workbench
The SmartFold® Portable Workbench is a hardwood-topped workbench conveniently folds and rolls on four locking caster wheels for easy storage and transportation. The frame is made from heavy duty steel with a weight capacity of 350 lbs. Can be used in the home or on the worksite.
Cosco
coscoproducts.com or 800-628-8321
