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Texture Stencil
MARSHALLTOWN’s Knockdown Texture Stencils make it easy to add knockdown texture to walls or ceilings after patchwork. Made of durable plastic, they’re reusable and easy to clean. The stencils are 8 inches by 10 1/2 inches and include light, medium and heavy stencils to match existing textures.
MARSHALLTOWN | marshalltown.com or 800-888-0127gowithgush.com
Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum
The Vacmaster Professional Wet/Dry Vacuum features a 14-gallon stainless steel tank with a push handle and a 6 1/2 Peak HP motor. It includes an on-board hose, cord and accessory storage, nonmarring wheels and locking casters, a 20-foot power cord and a unique flat power head design. It has a 27-foot cleaning reach with a hose and power cord and converts to a blower.
VACMASTER | vacmaster.com or 866-384-8432
Inverter Generator
Yamaha Motor Corporation’s EF2200iS Inverter Generator delivers 2,200 watts of power with a maximum AC current of 18.3 amps at 120 volts using an MZ80 OHV, air-cooled, single cylinder, 4-stroke engine. It can be paired with a second unit to deliver a combined power output of 30 amps. It is capable of running for 10 ½ hours with noise levels of 57-65 dBA and has a CO sensor in its detection and shutdown system.
YAMAHA | yamahamotorsports.com
Smart Door
Masonite®’s M-Pwr™ Smart Door integrates into a home’s power supply and includes LED welcome lighting and a battery backup so it’s always on. An available smartphone app lets homeowners control lights, check if the door is open or closed and customize settings.
MASONITE | masonite.com or 800-663-3667
Drain Cleaner Stick
SANI 360°® Sani Sticks® are concentrated cleaning and sanitation sticks that keep water flowing and pipes odor-free. The sticks can be dropped in the drain once a month and sit in the trap, slowly releasing a blend of enzymes to break down food, grease and other organic materials. Sani Sticks are safe for use on all drains and septic systems.
SANI 360° | sani360.com or 844-531-8908
“The Spartan Mosquito eradicator is highly effective for mosquito control. I use them in my own backyard, and they are very popular with our customers.” —Erin Veraguth, Family Center Farm & Home
Mosquito Killer
Spartan Mosquito Pro Tech kills mosquitoes for up to 30 days so users can enjoy the outdoors. It doesn’t require batteries or electricity; just add warm water and shake thoroughly. It kills mosquitoes that may carry West Nile virus, Zika virus, dengue fever, St. Louis encephalitis, Western equine encephalitis and Eastern equine encephalitis. Mosquito Pro Tech is 100% American made and features a 30-day money-back guarantee.
SPARTAN MOSQUITO | spartanmosquito.com or 844-625-2742
Blackout Curtains
Eclipse Blackout Collection curtains block 99% of outside light, including harmful UV rays. Patented Thermaback technology also reduces unwanted noise and provides an insulated barrier against summer heat or winter chill. Eclipse blackout curtains are 100% polyester and machine washable.
ECLIPSE | eclipsecurtains.com or 800-613-7322
Folding Pocket Knife
Victorinox’s Classic Alox pocket knife features a woven design in five colors. It has five tools: small blade, scissors, nail file, 2 1/2 mm screwdriver and key ring. It weighs less than one ounce.
VICTORINOX | swissarmy.com or 800-442-2706
Children’s Table and Chair Set
COSCO’s Kids 2-Piece Table & Chair Activity Set features a pinch-free design that ensures safe use, a 50-pound weight capacity for the table and a 150-pound weight capacity for the chair. It is durable and easy to clean using a damp cloth and comes in a neutral gray color.
COSCO | coscoproducts.com or 800-628-8321
Electronic Building Blocks
E-Blox’s Circuit Blox™ is a 22-piece building block set that includes 50 different projects to teach about electricity, current and voltage. Builders ages eight and up can discover how lights, alarms, motors, switches and more work while building fun projects. E-Blox building blocks are compatible with other building brick sets and are a STEM.org Authenticated™ Educational Product.
E-BLOX INC. | myeblox.com or 855-693-2569
Color-Changing Orb Light With Speaker
Feit Electric’s Colorful Orb LED Light includes a Bluetooth® speaker and remote control. It is water- and dust-resistant and features a variety of color-changing modes, including fading, strobing, music sync and more. It lasts up to four hours on a single charge.
FEIT ELECTRIC | feit.com or 800-543-3348
Weld Shaver
Metabo’s PFM 17 Weld Shaver cleanly removes weld beads in a single step. The one-touch controller allows tool-free setting of cutting depth in 0.1 mm increments, and it features a streamlined, large bow-type handle with toolless adjustment.
METABO® | metabo.com or 800-638-2264
Mosquito Trap
INZECTO’S Mosquito Trap provides three months of mosquito control using a micro-dose of insecticides embedded into the interior of the trap. Activated by water, the trap provides a stagnant water environment to attract mosquitos, and the embedded insecticides kill the larvae. The INZECTO Mosquito Trap is EPA-approved.
INZECTO | inzecto.com or 844-944-2601
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