January Product News

Recognizing the 2020 Retailers’ Choice Awards

For more than 50 years, Hardware Retailing magazine (published by the North American Hardware and Paint Association) has asked retailers to weigh in on their favorite products. Look for this icon through this section to see some of this year’s winners. Visit pdrmag.com/retailers-choice to see the rest.

Color-Matching Instrument
The Datacolor 45 portable spectrophotometer features a low-profile design, intuitive user interface and multiple connectivity options. It measures color and 60-degree gloss simultaneously and uses a circular array of full-spectrum LEDs to provide uniform illumination to achieve excellent repeatability, even on highly textured samples. It employs a dual 256 photo-diode array sensor coupled with holographic grating to deliver 2 nm resolution, capturing true spectral fingerprints of any color.

Datacolor
datacolor.com

Angle Surface Bracket
The Angle Surface Bracket fits the majority of walls and is designed to increase available storage. It has 25 different adjustment options and can fit most sloped wall angles. ASB is tested to support up to 125 pounds, is made from heavy-duty steel to prevent bending or warping and is coated with an electrostatic spray to keep it looking bright and white for years to come. It is designed by Warren Ignacio, a contractor with over 35 years of experience.

WEI Angle Surface Bracket
anglesurfacebracket.com or 603-496-5228

Handheld Edger
The Accubrush is a patented combination of roller and cut-in brush that lets painters work within ⅛ inch of the wall, giving them a rolled texture virtually from wall to wall. Designed for handheld use, it is faster and more accurate than cutting in manually with a brush and less tiring than cutting in paint by hand along the top of a wall. It will work on textured walls and ceilings and includes a no-smear shield to keep paint from splattering on your trim or ceiling.

Accubrush
accubrush.com or 866-334-3776

Portable Telescoping Stool
Ecboo’s portable telescoping stool is adjustable from 2.4 to 18 inches in height. It is lightweight and compact enough to place into luggage. The adjustable strap makes it easy to carry by hand or hang over a shoulder. It is constructed of heavy-duty ABS plastic and has a maximum load of 350 pounds. It is suitable for indoor and outdoor us, including activities such as camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, gardening, and can be used on public transportation or at outdoor events.

Ningbo Laysun Import and Export Co. LTD.
ecboo.com or sales@ecboo.com

Tool Holster
The Spider Tool Holster easily clips on to any regular belt or tool belt and allows freedom of movement while keeping tools in place. Its nylon composite and high tensile strength construction stand up to rough, everyday use. The adhesive tool tab locks securely into the holster without rotating and works on all devices.

Spider Tool Holster
spidertoolholster.com or toolholster@spidertoolholster.com

Patio Stones
Pavestone^®’s Avant Patio Stones have the look of large format plank pavers and are available in six different face textures. They are 16 inches by 16 inches and are made of concrete that won’t decay, distort or attract pests. They feature iron oxide pigments that won’t fade with extended UV exposure.

Pavestone
pavestone.com or 404-634-9100

Wall Scanner
The Walabot DIY Plus is a radio-wave wall scanner capable of penetrating up to 4 inches of drywall, concrete, lath and plaster to reveal studs, cables, conduit, pipes and more. It features built-in Teflon strips for a smoother scanning experience over the original Walabot DIY and has an enhanced product casing. It is compatible with Android phones only. An iPhone version is forthcoming.

Walabot
walabot.com/diy or 844-925-2268

Door Foot Pull
Available with a magnetic mount for metal doors or a direct through-hole mount for non-metal doors, this hands-free device lets people pull or push open doors using the sole of their shoe. It’s perfect for public restrooms, office buildings and shop floors and can be used with open-toed shoes. The Foot-Pull is made of a single piece of stainless steel.

Industrial Magnetics Inc.
magnetics.com or 800-662-4638

Folding Portable Workbench
The SmartFold^® portable workbench has an industrial-strength steel frame with locking casters, large working surface and a place to store tools. It folds in seconds, making it easy to store. Available in three different top options including butcher block, food-grade type 304 Stainless Steel or MDF.

Cosco
coscoproducts.com or 800-628-8321

Cleaning Wipes
RIDOF Wipes effectively remove all kinds of industrial grease and grime, such as silicone, oil, tar, paint, adhesive, sealant and more. These wipes contain no VOCs commonly used for industrial cleaning. They are safe to use on human skin, tools, machines and most surfaces.

Donzee Enterprises Ltd.
donzee.com or info@donzee.com

Paint Pail
The Purdy Pail features multigrip options to reduce hand fatigue, a mini roller ramp and rest that keeps mini rollers up to 4 ½ inches wide out of the paint and a brush magnet to hold brushes out of the paint. Disposable liners are available and it includes a hands-free ladder hook bail.

Purdy
purdy.com or 800-547-0780

Liquid Metal Finish
Liquid Metal FX is a waterproof interior and exterior coating suitable for multiple surfaces with proper preparation. Depending on the finish, it contains 80 to 90 percent metal and it behaves like metal when dry.

Liquid Metal FX
liquidmetalfx.com or liquidmetalfx@gmail.com

Teak Panel Countertop
INTERBUILD’s teak panel countertops feature live edges on front long side and are oiled with clear Hardwax™ Oil, tested and approved for contact with foodstuff and containing zero VOCs. They are assembled with exterior-grade adhesive making them suitable for use indoors or outdoors.

INTERBUILD
interbuild.eu or 630-215-9252

Air Purifier
Blueair’s Blue Pure 411 air purifier features a three-part filtration system that captures 99 percent of common airborne pollutants such as allergens, odors, smoke, mold spores, dust mites and pet dander. The activated carbon filter removes common odors caused by smoke, pets, cooking, dorm room smells and gases, as well as smoke caused by wildfires. It includes a washable prefilter to capture large particles and can be changed to match any decor. It is Energy Star rated and operates at 17-46 decibels.

Blueair
blueair.com or 888-258-3247

Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper
Waverly peel-and-stick wallpaper is repositionable and 100 percent safe for walls. It is available in 16 different drop match patterns and is suitable for bedrooms and other living spaces. It works best on smooth, clean surfaces and is guaranteed removable in full strips.