Castle HPS09 Pellet Stove

The Castle stove is a high-efficiency wood-pellet stove that is safe, economical, and super efficient—Castle stoves really kick out the heat. They offer the same beauty and styling as other, more expensive models and deliver the same environmentally friendly heating so important to today’s consumer. Achieve luxurious, efficient, green heat at a price that is right for today’s market. Contact: (800) 345-6007 or www.castlestoves.com.

Big Green Egg Nest Handler Enhances Mobility
 The newest addition to the Big Green Egg® line of EGGcessories™ is the Nest Handler, which secures the EGG® to the Nest for easier mobility. The Nest has been made wider for a better center of gravity, and larger casters ensure greater stability. Available now for the large EGG, the Handler will soon be available for the extra-large and medium EGGs as well. A retrofit Handler is available for older models of the EGG. Contact: Regina@BigGreenEgg.com.

The Hearthwarmer by Big Woods Hearth Products
Big Woods Hearth Products introduces The Hearthwarmer, a wood-burning fireplace insert. Made of heavy-gauge steel tubing with a powerful blower, The Hearthwarmer offers retail customers an economical insert option that can provide up to 40,000 Btu per hour of heat from their masonry fireplaces. The optional accessories dress up the hearth while providing extra benefits to the consumer. Contact: (952) 224-4072 or www.bigwoodshearth.com.

Maxime by Caluco
Caluco Outdoor is making a bold statement with Maxime. This scalable lounge series offers deeply cushioned lounge chairs, ottomans, and modular sectional components with modern proportions and a graphic visual outline. Dining, coffee, and side tables round out this versatile collection (which harks back to the past with the look of fine rattan furniture), created with innovative, handwoven polyester strips in dramatic espresso. Upholstery is offered in a broad variety of Sunbrella® fabrics. Contact: (866) 535-6558 or www.caluco.com.

Custom Precast Surrounds
D&J Architectural Precast offers specialty designs with exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Its newest fireplace surround features a casual Bahamas look, suitable for both outdoors and indoors. The attention to fine detail pleases the most discriminating buyer. Standard and custom sizes are offered, with many colors to choose from, and coordinating outdoor-kitchen hoods are also available. Ready to ship or made from your drawing, these products are easy to install. Contact: (866) 305-5387, (239) 461-5387, main@djap.net, or www.djap.net.

Hatteras HammocksCushioned Double Swing
The bold stripes of the Hamptons Summer fabric, in alternating blues, golds, and whites, seem lifted from some nautical flag flapping atop the bow of an ocean-bound yacht. The swing’s plush cushions are woven from the surprisingly soft high-performance synthetic DuraCord® so as not to fade, stain, rot, mold, or mildew, and are filled with all-weather batting. The curved arms are polished oak. The canopy of natural chambray DuraCord, with its curved-oak frame, is sold separately. Contact: (800) 334-1078 or www.thehammocksource.com.

Country Flame Inglenook Fireplace
American Energy Systems Inc.’s Country Flame line of stoves and fireplace inserts brings you the most beautiful fireplace on the market: the Inglenook. This natural wood-burning fireplace offers an efficient, clean burn and a high Btu output that can heat the whole house. The Inglenook is a zero-clearance fireplace and can be installed in virtually any room. Adjacent rooms can be heated with an optional dual hot-air duct kit. This model is part of a full line of stoves, furnaces, fireplaces, and inserts offered by MagnuM and Country Flame. Contact: (800) 495-3196, www.countryflame.com, or www.magnumheat.com.

Arch Collection
The latest addition to the growing line of high-quality outdoor furniture from H. Potter Company, the Arch collection, offers a winning combination of unique styling and longevity. Each piece starts with a rigid, powder-coated aluminum frame, covered with handwoven weather-resistant resin wicker for both durability and extended life. Perfect for poolside entertaining, the brushed-aluminum bottom frame of each piece reduces scuffing and exposure to the elements while adding an elegant visual touch. The tabletop is complete with tempered glass and flush mounted for great looks and easy cleanup. Cushions are made from Sunbrella® fabric, available in palm green, mineral blue, crimson red, and cream colors. Custom colors are also available. Matching pillows come with full-set purchase. Contact: (509) 921-1640 or www.hpotter.com.

RED Series
This ultramodern direct-vent gas fireplace has a ribbon of flames and optional LED lights in the base of the firebox, creating a dramatic, glowing display. With beautiful lines and linear appeal, the Heat & Glo RED series has a variety of stone and glass media options, enhanced accent lighting, and porcelain or granite refractory liners. Homeowners can choose from more than 21 model variations. The debut model in the series is the RED 40, and it is available both as a see-through and a single-sided fireplace. Contact: www.heatnglo.com.

Enviro Venice Wood Fireplace Insert
The Enviro Venice has a contemporary cast-iron design and comes standard with a formed surround. There are two sizes: the 1200V and the 1700V. Each produces low emissions and has an EPA efficiency rating of over 80%. Contact: www.enviro.com.

Bristol Elements Collection
Harmony Outdoor Living, Inc., is pleased to announce its new Bristol Elements collection. This unique collection features pieces such as a fireplace, a brick oven, water features, a grill island, a bar, and more—all constructed exclusively with Belgard materials. Expand your services today. Contact: (877) 332-6842 or www.HarmonyOutdoorLiving.com.

San Marino Collection
Gensun Casual Living has redesigned one of its best-selling collections: San Marino. This collection blends nature into its design, with the legs resembling the flow of water and a delicate leaf pattern in the back. Chair heights have been raised for added comfort, and table legs have been changed for an overall high-style design sure to please the most discriminating tastes. Contact: www.gensuncasual.com.

Innsbrook Vent-free Insert
Just in time for the heating season, Empire Comfort Systems has introduced an all-new fireplace insert to turn an existing vented fireplace into an attractive and efficient vent-free zone-heating system. Available in remote-ready millivolt and built-in thermostat models, the Innsbrook vent-free insert is rated at 28,000 Btu per hour—enough heat to warm a typical 40x40-foot living space quickly. The insert includes a handpainted log set, a banded-brick liner, and an automatic variable-speed blower. Select from three accessory surrounds (one cast-iron and two steel styles) to help conceal the fireplace opening. An assortment of replacement louvers, available in four styles and four finishes, helps match the insert to the home’s decor. The Innsbrook fireplace insert will operate without electricity to provide heat during power failures.  Contact: www.empirecomfort.com.

Sawgrass Mills Pogo Outdoor Rug
Who knew that good taste could be so playful? The subdued hues coordinate effortlessly with most outdoor settings, while the whimsical swirl designs, like uncoiling springs of color, particularly enhance a patio or poolside that is home to assorted circular planters. Handhooked from synthetic DuraCord®, this heirloom-quality rug resists rot, mold, mildew, fading, and staining, yet is soft as cotton. Pogo, shown here in green, is also available in a brown color palette. All Sawgrass Mills® outdoor rugs come in either 5x8-foot or 8x10-foot sizes. Contact: (800) 334-1078 or www.thehammocksource.com.

Kenyon Custom All Seasons Grill: Floridian
Designed to enhance the grilling experience, the Kenyon Custom All Seasons Grill™ is UL approved for use outdoors. The All Season Grill is NFPA compliant and ideal for condominiums and apartments, without the hazards of open flames, gas, or charcoal. It’s designed for quick cleanups, with a dishwasher-safe grate and lid and a disposable aluminum drip tray. Available in built-in and portable models—equipped with GFCI power cords and three-prong, 120-volt plugs for user safety—these grills have a three-year product-replacement warranty. They are made in the United States. Contact (860) 664-4906 or www.kenyonappliances.com.

HHP-II Corn/Pellet Stove
The HHP-II corn/pellet stove is the perfect alternative home heating system. This stylish model directly vents out the side of the home and burns corn, wood pellets, and other renewable fuels with a carbon-neutral footprint. This is a nice, eco-friendly option to natural gas, propane, oil, or wood used for heating. Owners will see their utility bills dramatically drop by using this stove in living areas, as opposed to heating an entire house with other conventional means. Contact: www.hestiaheating.com.

Sunbrella Sheers Add Elegance to Outdoor Spaces
The innovative collection of Sunbrella® sheers brings elegance and designer details to outdoor living, with applications that include outdoor draperies for porches, sunrooms, decks, pergolas, and other architectural embellishments. Sunbrella sheers are woven from Sunbrella yarns, making them worry free and long lasting, even under long-term sun exposure. The fabrics are available in 54- or 118-inch widths and are available through decorative jobbers nationwide. For more information, visit the company’s Web site. Contact: www.sunbrella.com.

Breckenridge Refractory-lined Fireboxes
Empire Comfort Systems now offers its Breckenridge deluxe vent-free fireboxes with factory-installed refractory liners. With thick panels made from refractory concrete, the liners perfectly recreate the look and character of a masonry-lined fireplace. Available in 32-, 36-, and 42-inch models, these fireboxes accept any properly sized, certified vent-free burner and log set. Contact: www.empirecomfort.com.

New Hot-wire Ignition System
Hearth Product Controls’ new exclusive thermocouple (TCI module) hot-wire ignition system is replacing its existing hot-surface ignition system. The new system provides better performance in moisture. It keeps flames lit in high winds and gusts, rain, and humid conditions, and it improves high-altitude operation. It is designed specifically for outdoor firepit applications. Contact: (937) 433-7000 or www.hearthproductscontrols.com.

75% Efficient Energy King Wood Furnace
RJM Manufacturing, Inc., announces the release of the new Energy King™ model 385EK wood furnace. With an efficiency rating of over 75%, the Energy King 385EK wood furnace is not only eligible for the 30% ARRA stimulus tax credit, but will provide significant savings on wood consumption year after year. The Energy King 385EK wood furnace is an indoor solid-fuel furnace intended for use in residential buildings. Contact: (715) 720-1794 or sales@energyking.com.

Infrared SearMate by Holland
The Infrared SearMate by Holland is a gas-powered infrared searing unit that attaches to all full-size Holland gas grills. Built with an indestructible stainless-steel heat shield and a full-size, heavy-gauge steel lid for protection, the SearMate can boast the same robustness as all Holland grills. Holland Grill customers appreciate the ingenuity necessary to add the value of 900-degree searing easily to the long list of cooking capabilities—without having to buy another complete grill. Contact: (800) 880-9766, www.hollandgrill.com, or (for dealer inquiries) Scott Warner at swarner@hollandgrill.com.

Antique
Elmira’s antique-style appliances bring warmth and charm to any country, 19th-century, or Victorian kitchen. These appliances feature the latest technology and convenience, without compromising their elegant, vintage styling. Available in gas, electric, wood-burning, or dual-fuel models, each Elmira appliance is completely customized. Also available are refrigerators, wall ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers. Contact: (800) 295-8498 or www.elmirastoveworks.com.

Sutton Collection
The Sutton collection from Oxford Garden sits low to the ground, creating a perfect chat grouping. This modern collection, made from shorea wood, gives owners the options of relaxing with or without cushions. Contact: (877) 866-3331 or www.oxfordgarden.com.

Country Flame Universal Doors: 400 and 500 Series
American Energy Systems Inc.’s Country Flame line of stoves and fireplace inserts brings you 400 and 500 series universal doors. Your existing fireplace can become a more attractive, more efficient way to warm your home with the simple addition of a Country Flame universal fireplace door. Enjoy greater control of burn times and heat distribution while you bask in the comfort and ambience of a real wood fire—all at a moderate cost. These doors are part of a full line of stoves, furnaces, fireplaces, and inserts offered by MagnuM and Country Flame. Contact: (800) 495-3196 or www.magnumheat.com.

Marth Invests in Pellet-fuel Future
Marth Wood Pellets has added a multimillion-dollar chipping facility to its Marathon, Wisconsin, location. This process will give Marth’s customers confidence in the long-term future of consistent, uncontaminated fiber for its wood-pellet products. Marth will be able to increase pellet production without the worry of sacrificing quality by using unclean sources of wood fiber. Contact: www.Marthwood.com.

Regency Collection
The Regency collection, new for 2010, definitely brings the style of indoor furniture to an outdoor room. Regency presents gentle curves in the ornamental slats of the chair back, beautiful curved legs, and intricate detailing with rosettes in the arms. Shown in the desert bronze frame finish, Regency encapsulates fine design. Customization is available, with 11 frame-finish options and over 300 fabric choices. Contact: www.gensuncasual.com.

Energy King ASME-certified Wood/Coal Boilers
Energy King™ announces the release of ASME-certified wood/coal boilers. Energy King boilers provide warmth and comfort during those cold winter months, and you can rest easy knowing that Energy King wood/coal boilers conform to an internationally recognized standard for safety and quality. Energy King’s ASME-certified model A40EKB wood/coal boilers are constructed of certified, high-grade 0.25-inch SA516-70 steel plate, and they feature heavy cast-iron grates and doors, a large burn chamber, and a thermostatically controlled forced-air draft. Contact: (715) 720-1794 or sales@energyking.com.

Harman’s Super Magnum Stoker
This attractive stove burns anthracite coal and features updated styling. Driven by the proven Verti-Flow coal-feed system, the Super Magnum Stoker stove has a Btu range of 5,000 to 104,000. It features a large 110-pound hopper, ESP temperature control, adjustable leg height, and a filtered convection blower system with high output. When it’s installed in a basement, a duct pipe can be attached to the unit to distribute heated air through the floor registers to other living areas. Contact: www.harmanstoves.com.

The Resolution Direct-vent Gas Fireplace System From Vermont Castings
Introducing the first-ever direct-vent fireplace from Vermont Castings: The new Resolution combines the magic of a traditional fire with contemporary style and the attention to environmental awareness and efficiency that you’ve come to expect in today’s high-technology hearth products. This fireplace has 1,080 square inches of viewing area, so customers can truly enjoy the warmth and ambience of the dancing flames. The dual-burner design allows the rear burner to be shut off, to offer a wide Btu range (from 50,000 to 17,000) making the Resolution perfect for nearly any space. The Total Signature Command® system, including a full-function handheld remote, provides one-of-a-kind electronic ignition with a battery backup—meaning that your customers can operate their Resolutions even in power outages—and the ability to turn off the standing pilot makes the Resolution an energy-efficient choice as well. With optional handforged, arched doors in black texture and standard American ledgestone firebrick walls and hearth brick, the Resolution from Vermont Castings captures today’s most popular features, benefits, and style. Contact: (800) 867-0454 or www.monessenhearth.com.

Sunbrella Accessories for Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor spaces are brimming with style this season, thanks in part to outdoor accessories from the Sunbrella® brand. Sunbrella rugs from the Renaissance collection by cmi are versatile for use indoors or out and are available in a variety of sizes and Sunbrella yarn combinations. The rugs feature 50% recycled Sunbrella yarns, giving the collection an eco-friendly component. Adding comfort and color to outdoor living is a collection of handwoven Sunbrella throws from Textillery. The high-performance throws come in a wide array of colors and designs and are durable enough for indoor and outdoor use. Sunbrella rugs and throws are available to casual-furniture retailers nationwide and are the perfect complement to furniture made with Sunbrella fabrics. Visit the company’s Web site for more information. Contact: www.sunbrella.com.

Ciera Lounger
The Ciera lounger from Three Birds Casual combines premium teak with woven all-weather wicker, creating a truly unique design that will complement any design style. Contact: (866) 243-2473 or www.three-birds.com.

Oval Type BGas Vent
Selkirk has released a new line of oval type B gas vents. The MetalBest model OV oval gas vent is listed to UL 441 as a type BW gas vent. The double-wall construction features an aluminum inner liner and a galvanized outer casing. The oval gas vent has both natural- and propane-gas applications. The size range is 4 inches, 5 inches, and 6 inches. Please note that the model WV oval gas vent will be discontinued at the depletion of inventory. Contact: (800) 443-6341 (United States) or (888) SELKIRK 735-5475 (Canada).

Rinnai RHFE-750 Gas Fireplace
The RHFE 750 ETR fireplace uses only as much gas as is needed to satisfy the set temperature, and it maintains energy efficiency and the beauty of a gas flame through direct-vent technology. With state-of-the-art digital controls, including dual timers, it gives the consumer total control of heat output. In addition, a preheat function automatically operates the appliance at the desired temperature and programmed time. The three-speed fan allows even heat distribution, yielding the most comfort. Contact: (800) 621-9419 or www.rinnai.us.

Durable, Easy-to-install SPX Pellet Vent Pipe Makes Its Debut
As interest in energy-efficient biomass pellet stoves is renewed, Security™ Chimneys, a division of Lennox Hearth Products, launches the SPX pellet venting system. Available in 3- and 4-inch diameters with a 1-inch clearance to combustibles, the SPX system is engineered to be the most durable, easy-to-install pellet vent pipe on the market. With a high-temperature silicone gasket at each joint that eliminates the need for caulking, the SPX system is composed of 304 stainless steel with a Galvalume® outer casing for improved corrosion resistance and increased performance dependability. Contact: www.securitychimneys.com.

FireGlitter Kits
Rasmussen Gas Logs & Grills has introduced FireGlitter™ for both indoor and outdoor natural-gas vented fireplaces. Complete kits include the burner in either stainless steel or a black painted finish, along with your choice of five colors of glass, providing a mound of glass and a line of fire. FireGlitter is another style in the company’s ALTERNA contemporary gas-fire line, which also includes FireBalls, FireShapes, and FireStones (in both vented and vent-free versions). Contact: (800) 782-1365 or www.rasmussen.biz.

Lite-Touch Q Outdoors One-burner Ceramic Cooktop
Bring the cooking outside. Lite-Touch™ Q Outdoors blends design and function into a style that enhances your outdoor kitchen. Its waterproof design allows use in any weather conditions. The cooktop has an intuitive touch control with automatic shutoff, and is made of subtly textured black glass, with a beveled edge for a seamless countertop installation. It is equipped with a GFCI power cord and three-prong, 120-volt plug for user safety. It has a three-year product-replacement warranty and is made in the United States. Contact: (860) 664-4906 or www.kenyonappliances.com.

Volcano Plus
The Volcano Plus is a highly efficient, noncatalytic, EPA-approved fireplace insert. The Volcano Plus can heat up to 2,000 square feet, with Btu ratings estimated at 75,000. It is the largest fireplace insert available. The insert has a unique and modern design, with a flush face. The Volcano Plus also offers a very large and high viewing area. The fireplace comes completely assembled, with a patented automatic air control that regulates combustion to a preset burning rate. Contact: (877) 593-4722  or www.supremem.com. 

Marth Wood Pellets Increases Capacity
Marth Wood Pellets has increased capacity at its Marathon, Wisconsin, manufacturing facility by adding an additional pellet mill and a new packaging line. With the addition of this added capacity, Marth will be able to expand its market area and continue to provide high-quality hardwood pellets to customers across the nation. Marth has two pellet-manufacturing facilities located in Central and Northeastern Wisconsin. Contact: www.Marthwood.com.

Bellagio Patio Heater
The Napoleon® Bellagio™ patio heater is a 360-degree art form that can be enjoyed 365 days of the year. The beauty of a natural flame provides a conversation piece and longer outdoor pleasures in the evening, the early morning, or during seasonal temperature changes. The Napoleon Bellagio patio heater is designed to be viewed, so it’s best placed where it can be viewed from all sides. Contact: www.napoleongrills.com.

Introducing Treasure Garden’s New Pentagon 80-pound Umbrella Base With Wheels
Treasure Garden’s widely popular umbrella-base line features a number of exclusive patented benefits. Its new Pentagon umbrella base is no exception. This sleek, new low-profile design is certain to be a hit with consumers, as it gives more flexibility than any other base that the company offers. This base includes Treasure Garden’s patented dual-purpose stem so that it can be used under a table or freestanding. The wheels allow for easy mobility. Best of all, it is designed to accommodate the patented 30-pound add-on weight, giving the consumer the option of a total weight of 110 pounds. Contact: info@treasuregarden.com or www.treasuregarden.com.

GDI30G
Napoleon’s new GDI30G comes complete with an exclusive CRYSTALINE™ glass ember bed with four patented CRYSTALITES™ that accent the glass from below. With the rise in home-renovation projects, this new gas insert will prove to be successful, with its innovative design, impressive 85% efficiency, and reliable heating capabilities. The contemporary, four-sided surround is available in black, brown, or pewter finishes. Contact: (888) 726-2220 or www.napoleonfireplaces.com.

Kelp Stone Fireplace Surrounds
Carrying on the tradition of providing only the finest materials, MLW Stone introduces Kelp Stone to its line of natural-stone fireplace surrounds. With its subtle tones, Kelp Stone is a new, neutral color unlike any other seen on the market today. This fossil stone has a brushed finish that lends itself well to both modern and traditional home settings. To truly appreciate the beauty of this stone, please call for your free sample today. Contact: (800) 477-7665.

Majorca
Using the finest materials in the outdoor market, Agio gives consumers the level of luxury that they want to create beautifully distinctive outdoor settings. Majorca, part of Agio’s Signature series, includes this elegant and welcoming deep seating chat group, which features the comfort of gently rocking seating around a lovely aluminum table with a durable, powder-coated finish resembling genuine stone. For information on Majorca or the flexibility found with other Agio Signature series collections, visit the company’s Web site.
Contact: www.agio-usa.com.

Double Wall Stovepipe
Selkirk announces a double wall stovepipe with professional features, offered exclusively to the hearth market. Model DCC double wall stovepipe is UL/cUL listed as a connector pipe between a wood stove and chimney. The smooth lines of the black outer wall allow for slip connectors and easy installation. Selkirk received favorable feedback on this product line at HPBExpo in Reno, Nevada. Since that time, Selkirk has gone back and listed DCC for 6-inch clearance on all diameters and in all installation configurations—giving DCC the closest clearance of all stovepipes on the market. Selkirk has also gained the cUL S-641 listing for sales of DCC in Canada. DCC double wall stovepipe is now in stock at the company’s Turners Falls and Prescott distribution centers, so place orders now for combined shipment with your existing orders for chimney and venting products. Contact: (800) 443-6341 (United States) or (888) SELKIRK 735-5475 (Canada).

Shade, Safety, and Fun, All in One
ZipJack Custom Umbrellas introduces a new line of patio umbrellas designed to provide colorful, shaded play spaces for youngsters. KidBrellas are a great way to protect kids from the sun. KidBrellas easily convert from table umbrella to play space and feature bright, bold silkscreened animal illustrations with extended side panels that provide extra coverage. Contact: (914) 592-2000, sales@zipjack.com, or www.zipjack.com.  

Morsø 7642
A cylindrical piece of heating sculpture featuring the largest glass viewing area in Morsø’s prestigious 155-year history, the 7642 takes cast-iron stove design to a new dimension. “This Monica Ritterband designer wood stove creates a warm center that is attractive with or without the flames,” Craig Shankster, Morsø US president, explains. “In addition to its Scandinavian style, the 7642 performs impressively in terms of heat output and green-friendly standards.” Morsø has also incorporated modern noncatalytic combustion technology in the 7642 series to ensure low emissions and high fuel efficiency. An innovative one-grip system makes air intake (and thus its combustion and heat) easy to operate and control. Contact: (866) 883-9619 or www.morsoe.com/us.

Better Than Ever: The Heat & Glo 6000-8000 C Series
With more patents than all competitive models combined, the Heat & Glo® 6000-8000 C series has the most advanced fireplace technology that the 21st century has to offer. It features the perfect combination of flames, glow, and LED lighting, creating a dramatic display that so closely replicates a wood-burning fire, it’s hard to tell the difference. The self-aligning doors feature heavy steel construction for a smooth feel and quiet closing. The C series also has more choices for fronts and mantels than any competing product on the market. Contact: www.heatnglo.com.

Travira Collection
The classic (yet sleek) look of the Travira collection makes it suitable for any outdoor-dining situation. The lightweight stainless-steel frames, combined with mesh or teakwood seats and backs, move and stack easily. The table is available in a 39-inch square size. Contact: (877) 866-3331 or www.oxfordgarden.com.

The Merrimack Wood-burning Insert From Vermont Castings
The new Merrimack from Vermont Castings offers the heritage look of cast iron, the tradition of a wood fire, and today’s contemporary concerns for the environment in one beautiful and efficient wood-burning insert. In fact, the EPA-certified Merrimack turns a wood fire into a high-efficiency centerpiece by being among the cleanest-burning wood inserts available. The Merrimack offers either the Northfield cast-iron surround in classic black or the Exeter steel surround in both small and large styles (both in classic black). With a heating capacity of up to 2,000 square feet; a 350–square-inch viewing area (60% larger than competing models in the same class); a variable-speed, heat-activated, quiet-operation fan; and a burn time of up to 12 hours, the Merrimack from Vermont Castings provides the optimum in comfort and style. Contact: (800) 867-0454 or www.monessenhearth.com.

Log Sets for Firepits
Rasmussen Gas Logs & Grills offers a full range of log sets specially designed for use in firepits and other 360-degree–view applications. Footprint diameters range from 12 to 64 inches for bark/split-appearance log sets and from 12 to 36 inches for driftwood log sets. They are made from what the company calls Grandma’s secret recipe: the finest refractory cement, aggregates, and steel-rod reinforcement. Contact: (800) 782-1365 or www.rasmussen.biz.

Introducing Treasure Garden’s New Treasure Chest
For years, dealers have counted on Treasure Garden to help their customers protect their outdoor products using its extensive line of protective furniture covers. Now, Treasure Garden expands outdoor protection with the Treasure Chest. This lightweight, portable chest is great for storing cushions, outdoor toys, pool accessories, or any other treasure that the consumer might have. It features a comfortable lift handle, wheels, and an arched top (for water runoff), and it can even be hung upright on a wall. Best of all, it is constructed from material specifically designed to match the company’s already-attractive, champagne-colored protective covers. Contact: info@treasuregarden.com or www.treasuregarden.com.

Rinnai Impression Fireplace
Rinnai’s new outdoor fireplace is designed to create an impressive setting on a patio or deck, with a sophisticated, contemporary, and elegant design. The fireplace can be positioned poolside or accompanying a grill, or it can dramatically complete an outdoor living room, allowing for year-round comfort. Suitable for a family picnic, a casual party with friends, or a formal dinner—or simply for the homeowner to find a personal retreat in his or her own backyard—this fireplace redefines outdoor living. Contact: (800) 621-9419 or www.rinnai.us.

The WoodMaster PLUS
The WoodMaster PLUS offers owners an option to hook into their existing heating systems, reducing heating costs as much as 75%. It also offers consumers a heating solution while environmental factors and fossil fuels become more of a concern. The WoodMaster PLUS is a natural-energy furnace that provides homeowners an alternative heating solution with emissions so limited that neighbors won’t know it is burning. This furnace can keep your home warm this winter; melt the snow on your sidewalk or driveway; and heat your shop, pool, or spa. Contact: (800) 932-3629 or www.WoodMaster.com.

Omega Mantels: Natural Stone
Omega Mantels of Stone is pleased to introduce its newest line of high-quality mantels made of natural stone. The unit shown features polished stone, which is sure to bring beauty and luster to any home. Omega’s natural-stone mantels are available and ready to ship. Contact: (877) 254-3965 or www.omegamouldings.com.

Mirabella by Caluco
Designed with a modular approach, Caluco’s thoroughly modern Mirabella collection offers sectional seating, as well as lounge-chair, ottoman, and glass–topped-table options to round out this functional product range. Tailor-made for poolside environments, the collection also features both single and double chaises. Crafted of sleek stainless steel and durable woven-polyester strips, all pieces share clean lines and sophisticated proportions to work in a variety of spaces. Contact: (866) 535-6558 or www.caluco.com.

Emissions-reducing Solana Fireplace Meets Newest Industry Standards
The newest member of the Lennox Hearth Products Burn Smart™ family, the Dave Lennox Signature™ collection Solana™ fireplace is a wood-burning model that uses innovative Fresh Fire™ technology and qualifies for the new EPA Voluntary Low Mass/Low Emission Fireplaces Program. The Solana offers a large firebox and an outside combustion air connection, manually controlled by a damper, to increase heating efficiency and allow partial control over the flame. Its ceramic-glass door construction allows it to withstand higher temperatures while radiating heat when the doors are closed. An optional blower boosts heat output. Contact: www.lennoxhearthproducts.com.

New Wood MantelsFrom MLW Stone, LLC
MLW Stone can now be your one-stop shop for the finish work around the fireplace. Along with its stone fireplace surrounds, the company now carries standard wooden mantels with custom-order capability. Its standard mantels are made from a combination of medium-density fiberboard, poplar, and pine, sold in a natural paint-grade finish. With this product line comes an offering of convenience and freight savings, so please contact MLW Stone for more information. Contact: (800) 477-7665.

Heritage
Agio continues to lead the outdoor market by offering retailers the products that consumers demand—and at value pricing. Heritage is one of several Agio Select series collections that have been expanded to include seating/entertaining pieces that fit beautifully in outdoor settings. Retailers love the flexibility of being able to offer the mixed-container variety found with Agio. Contact: www.agio-usa.com.

Valor H4 Landscape Gas Fireplace
An efficient design for contemporary living, the Valor H4 comes in brushed nickel, copper, and black. You may also choose from the company’s traditional log set or the all-new Creekside fuel bed. Contact: www.valorfireplaces.com.

Northstar
Northstar appliances from Elmira Stove Works have 1950s retro styling with all of today’s features and convenience. They are great in any home or cottage kitchen—retro, modern, or contemporary. Northstar ranges, refrigerators, hoods, microwaves, and dishwashers are available in nine spectacular colors, with smooth curves and lots of chrome: cool, baby! Contact: (800) 295-8498 or www.elmirastoveworks.com.

Porta-Chef Pro
The Porta-Chef® Pro is the little grill with big features. It’s perfect for tailgating. Just snap in the legs, stand it up, and you’re set.  Featuring a 16,000-Btu stainless-steel tubular burner system, a cast-iron cooking grid, and 360 square inches of total cooking surface, the Porta-Chef Pro offers an unprecedented amount of cooking capacity for a portable grill. Contact: (800) 245-5138 or www.broilkingbbq.com.

AERO Market Umbrella
The ZipJack AERO market umbrella changed the look of the classic market umbrella forever. Its patented canopy design gives the umbrella distinctive styling, while crosswinds and updrafts pass right through the canopy’s venting system. Easy maintenance enhances its attractiveness. The ZipJack AERO market umbrella can help every specialty patio retailer stand out above the crowd. Contact: (914) 592-2000 or sales@zipjack.com.

Quadra-Fire’s EDGE 60 Pellet Fireplace
The new Quadra-Fire EDGE™ 60 is the only zero-clearance pellet fireplace available today. This attractive, high-efficiency fireplace comes with a choice of fronts—from traditional to modern. It is designed for supplemental home heating and produces enough heat to warm 2,500 square feet of living space. The EDGE 60’s hopper holds 120 pounds of pellets for extended operation. It has an automatic self-cleaning feature and is whisper quiet. Contact: www.quadrafire.com.

WoodMaster 4400
The WoodMaster 4400 heavy-duty wood furnace is ideal for larger homes or home-garage combinations. It uses wood to generate affordable, clean, safe heat and is compatible with most existing and new heat systems. This model heats up to 5,000 square feet, plus providing efficient water heating. Its larger fuel door makes it easy to load, which most owners do once a day. It kicks out efficient Btu levels to reduce heating costs dramatically. Contact: www.woodmaster.com.

Whimsical Feet Add Wit to Artful Morsø Fireside Accessories
“Every hearth and home should be functional, yet full of humor,” Danish art icon Monica Ritterband says, so she designed warm, playful feet into a new line of whimsical Morsø fireside accent accessories, including the Feet log carrier, fire tools set, kettle, and trivet. Contact: (866) 9619 or www.morsoe.com/us.

Big Green Egg Introduces Premier Cookbook
Big Green Egg® has produced the first cookbook focusing on ceramic kamado cooking. The premier 320-page book contains over 100 color photographs and 170 recipes, ranging from appetizers to entrées, developed exclusively for the EGG®. There are favorite EGGhead™ contributions, mouthwatering vegetarian and dessert fare, and prized chefs’ and professional pit masters’ offerings, in addition to extensive tips and techniques for cooking in the EGG. The cookbook is available exclusively through Big Green Egg dealers until June 2010. Contact Jodi to order copies. Contact: Jodi@BigGreenEgg.com.

Custom Mantels
Omega Mantels of Stone offers custom-designed mantels for any room in the house. All mantels from Omega Mantels of Stone are available in custom sizes. Omega's natural-stone mantels are available and ready to ship. Contact: (877) 254-3965 or www.omegamouldings.com.

Pallet-jack Pellet Delivery
WoodPellets.com has introduced a new pallet-jack pellet-delivery service that allows easy and convenient placement of pallets of wood-pellet bags in hard-to-reach places, such as the back of a garage. Customers can have their fuel placed exactly where they want it, without having to break into the protective shrouding and haul bags one by one. Drivers place each pallet on the jack, which is wheeled over hard, flat ground to places that big forklifts can’t go. Contact: www.WoodPellets.com.

Broil King Regal Series
The all new Regal series features a stylish, contemporary design while still producing the same legendary cooking results you’d expect from Broil King. Equipped with a powerful 50,000-Btu main burner, 695 square inches of total cooking space, and steakhouse-quality cast-iron cooking grids, the Regal series has the capacity to handle your biggest parties . . . and look great doing it. Contact: (800) 245-5138 or www.broilkingbbq.com.

Kindle Heater
Sculptural and sophisticated, Kindle Living’s patio heater is a stylish take on an outdated standard. Its heat, light, color, and mood are executed in ways you’ve never imagined. Kindle Living’s products are 100% recyclable and 100% locally manufactured. The Kindle Heater is powered by the industry’s best, a Sunglo A-270. Finally, there’s a patio heater that you won’t want to shove in the corner. Contact: (424) 208-3884 or www.kindleliving.com.

Opus
The Opus is the first noncatalytic, EPA-approved see-through fireplace. It is also the most efficient two-sided, zero-clearance fireplace available in the market, with a heating capacity of 1,500 square feet. The Opus is a compact fireplace with a depth of 20 inches. The fireplace comes with a patented automatic air control that regulates combustion to a preset burning rate. The firebox is made of stainless steel, allowing a quicker transfer of heat to the room. Contact: (877) 593-4722 or www.supremem.com.

Valor’s New Contemporary Portrait Rock Engine
Inspired by the smoothness and continuity of a calm riverbed, the Portrait series rock engine embodies clean design and simple layers for a well-balanced, tranquil fire. Contact: www.valorfireplaces.com.

Live Chat
WoodPellets.com introduces live chat, an online resource enabling customers to receive real-time, direct access to pellet experts. In a manner similar to instant messaging, customers can ask questions about pellet heating and get instant answers. WoodPellets.com experts also connect customers with local providers of heating systems to answer questions about routine pellet-stove, pellet-furnace, and pellet-boiler maintenance and to offer their expertise on how to purchase the pellet-burning appliance that’s right for them. Contact: www.WoodPellets.com.

SMART ERV
The SMART ERV uses patented poly-wheel technology to pump out stale air and pump in fresh air while capturing up to 80% of the energy within the exhaust. It constantly supplies fresh air to provide a healthy indoor environment by reducing odors and/or indoor pollutants. It also humidifies or dehumidifies the home as required. This product promotes indoor air  quality, as well as energy efficiency. Contact: (800) 443-6341 (United States) or (888) SELKIRK 735-5475 (Canada).

Culebra
The Culebra collection by Kingsley-Bate brings casual sophistication to any outdoor setting. Its transitional styling incorporates outdoor wicker and Kingsley-Bate’s premium teak in a mixed-media design that is as durable as it is elegant. The collection includes a dining armchair, a dining side chair, a club chair, a club ottoman, a sofa bench, and occasional tables. Pair the Culebra dining chairs with any table from Kingsley-Bate’s large assortment of teak dining tables for the perfect accompaniment. Contact: (703) 361-7000 or www.kingsleybate.com.

Cookshack
Anyone can master the art of barbecue with Cookshack’s AmeriQue, the premier backyard smoker oven for barbecue and smoked foods. It has a digitally controlled internal temperature probe for great results with every load. Cook a chicken for dinner or up to 50 pounds of food for a party. A must for every outdoor kitchen, AmeriQue is covered by a money-back guarantee from Cookshack, known for high-quality smokers for over 40 years. Contact: (800) 423-0698 or www.cookshack.com.

Condar’s Stovetop Meter
Introducing Condar’s new stovetop meter: Not a stovepipe thermometer, the new Inferno™ wood-stove thermometer features zones calibrated for hotter surfaces of the appliance itself. It attaches magnetically to the top, front, or side of the wood stove and is made of glossy black porcelain enamel on steel. Inferno’s eye-catching graphics show recommended temperature zones in cool gray, white, and hot orange. Developed in response to dealer demand and market trends, it is a high-quality product made in the United States. Contact: (828) 894-8383 or www.condar.com.

Margate
For 2010, Couristan is introducing the Bayview collection of 100% recyclable outdoor rugs. Margate, shown in gold/terracotta, measures 5 feet 3 inches by 7 feet 6 inches and has a suggested retail price of $199. Like the rest of the Bayview collection, it’s made of 100% Courtron™ polypropylene using flat-woven construction. Weather-resistant and suitable for indoor or outdoor use, the collection is UV stabilized, and it resists mold and mildew. Contact: (201) 585-8500 or www.couristan.com.

Cyl Fireplace
Cyl is a cylindrical, tea-light–inspired fireplace that can be used in both indoor and outdoor settings. Cyl features a stainless-steel base and a cylindrical glass surround made of toughened glass panels that embrace the flame. As all EcoSmart outdoor fireplaces do, Cyl runs on denatured ethanol, an environmentally friendly energy source. Cyl retails for $1,990. Contact: (310) 914-3335 or www.ecosmartfire.com.

Spa/Utility Steps by Jewels of Java
These spa/utility steps (JW0417) by Jewels of Java are built to handle the wettest conditions and are guaranteed to withstand whatever Mother Nature throws their way. Teak is the premium outdoor wood, and these steps will deliver function with style and elegance. Contact: (877) 560-8325 or www.jewelsofjava.com.

Haiku
With a classic Chinese Chippendale influence, this dining collection by Acacia Home & Garden has global appeal. The aluminum frame is crafted to replicate the natural plant material rattan, with nodes that create an authentic feel with modern sensibilities, in four exciting finishes. Contact: (828) 465-1700 or www.acaciahomeandgarden.com.

Rain or Shine
AMS Imports is proud to unveil the newest additions to the 2009 collection of Rain or Shine area rugs. The indoor/outdoor rugs are made from 100% polypropylene yarns in a cable-lock construction and outdoor acrylic fabric. Rain or Shine rugs provide longer durability and are resistant to mold and mildew from humidity and to fading from UV-ray exposure. Contact: (866) 267-0012 or www.amsimports.com.

Monteverde
This collection of luxury outdoor pillows was inspired by Monteverde, the glorious cloud forest where raindrops nurture lush palms that host exotic dragonflies and butterflies on their fronds. The water-resistant benefits of the company’s fabrics (pictured) are part of this collection. Under the showers and storms of Mother Nature and family life, these sophisticated, water-resistant pillows endure as what the company calls raining beauties. Contact: (561) 863-3333 or www.elainesmith.com.

Windsor Cushion Swivel Barstool
Tropitone’s new Windsor cushion swivel barstool was inspired by classic wrought-iron details and Mediterranean architecture. This generously proportioned, classically detailed swivel barstool features a traditionally styled extrusion with a shadow line that traces over the entire frame and flared feet for a stable (yet elegant) stance. The center-stitched back cushions complete this swivel barstool’s casual, tailored appearance, while the RelaxPlus cushion provides the ultimate Tropitone comfort experience. Contact: (949) 951-2010 or www.tropitone.com.

River Run
River Run has a rustically modern appeal that will be right at home in coastal and city dwellings, as well as in country settings. The comprehensive collection also includes dining, upholstery, and occasional selections. The resin-over-aluminum frames look deceptively like natural birch branches, and the collection also incorporates handwoven accents of UV- and weather-resistant Viro® synthetic fiber over aluminum. Designed specifically for year-round, all-weather outdoor use, the collection is as beautiful as it is durable. Contact: www.woolwich.com.

Outdoor Grill Hood
Danver Stainless Steel Cabinetry has unveiled the first grill hood designed for outdoor kitchens. Before this introduction, the deepest hoods available measured 27 inches, front to back; this was not enough to cover the depth of most outdoor grills fully. To compensate, installers had to build a box to add depth, increasing cost and installation complexity. To simplify installation and cut costs, Danver developed a stainless-steel grill hood that is 32 inches deep. Contact: www.danver.com, info@danver.com, or (888) 441-0537. 

Duraflame Stax Logs
Duraflame® Stax® logs are the latest innovation from Duraflame, Inc. These stackable, crackling logs look and burn like real firewood, but with the features of a traditional Duraflame firelog: They are cleaner burning, convenient, and made from 100% renewable resources. Stax logs are designed to burn with multiple logs and are approved for use in wood stoves. They light easily and burn with the charred appearance and crackling sound of a wood fire, but produce significantly fewer emissions than wood. Contact: www.duraflame.com.

Teak Rocking Chair by Jewels of Java
Jewels of Java’s teak rocking chair (JW0502) offers supreme value. The classic lines of a Carolina porch rocker are combined with premium teakwood to create an affordable heirloom piece that delivers the ultimate in comfort and value. Simple in design, this rocking chair is at home on the porch, on the patio, or in the garden. It’s beautiful enough for the finest homes and sturdy enough to weather the harshest elements, so you can’t go wrong with Jewels of Java’s teak rocking chair. Contact: (877) 560-8325 or www.jewelsofjava.com.

Totem
Totem incorporates Glassfire® technology. With its high location for the flame nest, it sheds light like a lighthouse onto the surrounding area. Totem is a perfect idea for an outdoor fire for cozy summer evenings in your garden. The black body of this model creates an eye-catching contrast with the fire. The special ethanol-based fuel, Fanola®, makes the fire free of smoke, also making this model ideal for indoor use. Contact: www.planikafires.com.
 

PHPR November/December 2009

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