New Arrivals: Winter 2009

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Rais

Rais. The Gabo Gas II freestanding gas-burning stove features realistic ceramic logs and embers; a large, curved glass front; steel side and top plates; and easy heat adjustment. The unit has a heat output of 13,000 to 20,000 BTU/hour, can be top or back vented, and requires only 2 inches of clearance to the back wall. It can be converted for use with propane. Black and gray colors are offered, and an optional soapstone top plate is available. 888-724-7789. www.rais.com.

J. Aaron

J. Aaron. Utilizing additives and specific finishing techniques, these handcrafted concrete countertops are 100 percent stain- and acid-proof without the need for topical sealers and without taking away from the material's natural texture, according to the manufacturer. The company says the surfaces are repairable, require no maintenance, and will maintain their original appearance. The 2-inch-thick countertops come in gray, cream, charcoal, and brown, or can be specified in any Benjamin Moore color. 404-298-4200. www.jaaroncaststone.com.

Ridgid

Ridgid. The R3400 5-inch saw for cutting fiber cement includes the Airguard onboard active dust collection system, which is up to 90 percent efficient in collecting airborne dust particles, says the firm. The tool weighs 7.4 pounds and has a no-load speed of 10,000 rpm and a 1.2-inch depth-of-cut. It features a magnesium upper and lower guard, a 5/8-inch arbor, and up to a 45-degree bevel. It comes with a dust-collection hose, bucket cap filter, and filter clamp. 800-474-3443. www.ridgid.com.

Azek Building Products

Azek Building Products. Adams Casing is the latest addition to the firm's Azek Mouldings cellular PVC line. The profile is ideal for creating detailed shadow lines and adding character to vintage trim applications, the maker says. The molding is designed to offer the same crisp detail as wood but will not rot, split, or crack and is impervious to insects. 877-275-2935. www.azek.com.

Villeroy

Villeroy & Boch. Manufactured with the company's Quaryl material, the Squaro tub offers a high sheen yet is non-porous and slip-resistant; it also conducts heat slowly, the maker says, allowing it to stay warm to the touch. The tub boasts a European-inspired design with pure, angular forms. It comes in two sizes and can be specified with whirlpool and/or airbath jets. 877-505-5350. www.villeroy-boch.com.