Cambria. Harder and stronger than many natural stone surfaces, Cambria countertops are available in four new colors for a wide range of surfacing options. The colors are Sussex with grey, blue, and chocolate brown; subtly tan Dover; bold Southampton with tints of black, gray, copper, and sky blue; and Hyde Park, with natural gray and light-green tones. The durable, low-maintenance material is certified by the National Safety Foundation for food preparation, and by GreenGuard for indoor air quality. 866.226.2742. www.cambria.com.
Spax. A patented thread design on Spax Heavy Duty Screws features thread serrations that eliminate the need for pre-drilling wood, prevent splitting, offer improved tear-out resistance, and require less driving torque, which saves cordless tool battery life. A variety of styles and sizes include construction screws for wood, masonry, plastic, and light-gauge metal; lags with built-in washers (shown); MDF screws; and stainless steel screws with a dual-lock thread design for use in deck building. 419.630.2490. www.spax.com/usa.
USG. Using proprietary technology, ingredients added to Sheetrock Mold Tough gypsum panels during manufacture protect the boards from moisture and mold, inhibiting mold growth on the surface paper and in the gypsum core. The new Mold Tough material will replace the maker's Humitek gypsum panels and Sheetrock water-resistant "green board."
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