Happy New Year! Thank you for opening our January newsletter! A New Year's resolution is something that goes in one year and out the other.

We have some great seasonal articles in this issue. I hope you find it useful winter season.

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          It's That Time again!


The beginning of the New Year is a great time to change the batteries in your Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. In addition, it's a perfect time to check your alarms to make sure they are functioning properly. Depending on the make and model, some have a test button for the alarm and others have optional lights and voice alerts as well. Make sure the units are dust free so the sensors aren't clogged.

Do you have adequate coverage? The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that you should have a carbon monoxide detector centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations state that in new homes “smoke alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room and on each additional story of the family living unit, including the basement and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics”. Remember:  Smoke detectors only detect smoke when it passes in front of the sensor.  If a fire starts in concealed areas of the home such as an attic, chimney or crawl space the detector may not sense the fire in the early stages.  We believe that in some cases, exceeding code requirements may be a wise decision. Your local Ace Hardware has a great selection of Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Detectors plus a wide selection of all type of batteries for all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

 
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Shelly's Hot Item of the Month

 

"CLEAN STEP MAT" DOORMAT *As Seen On TV item *18" x 28" *Traps dirt and water instantly *Absorbs mud like magic *No wiping your feet - just step and walk *Non-slip backing *Machine washable *55% cotton/45% microfiber *Keeps floors clean and dry *Perfect for kids and pets *Boxed

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Quick Comparison of De-Icers

Here is a list of the most common De-Icers and their properties, which one is best for you? 

Calcium Chloride Pellets

100% Calcium Chloride, Fastest-Acting deicer at all temperatures because of unique pellet shape, lowest practical temperature -25F (-32C), does not chemically attack concrete, used as recommended will not harm vegetation, leaves no powdery residue can leave a liquid film.

Calcium Chloride Flakes

Flat flakes consisting of 16 to 20% water, slower than calcium pellet due to its lower calcium chloride content and flat shape, lowest temperature -25F (-32C), does not chemically attack concrete, used as recommended will not harm vegetation, leaves no powdery residue can leave a liquid film.

Magnesium Chloride Crystals

100% Magnesium Chloride, fast acting deicer at all temperatures, lowest temperatures -25F (-32C), chemically attacks concrete at a slow rate, used as recommended will not harm vegetation, leaves no powdery residue, minimal tracking clear liquid.

Magnesium Chloride Flake-Pellets

Large, flat flakes or medium size pellets, slower than magnesium crystals because of its shape, lowest temperature 5F (-15C), chemically attacks concrete at a slow rate, used as recommended will not harm vegetation, leaves no powdery residue, minimal tracking clear liquid.

Potassium Chloride

Irregular shaped, off-white crystals, least effective of all ice melts, lowest temperature +20F (-7C), does not chemically attack concrete, used as recommended will not harm vegetation, leaves a white powdery residue.

Halite Rock Salt

Sodium chloride crystals, slower than calcium chloride, faster than potassium chloride, lowest temperature +20F (-7C), does not attack concrete, used as recommended will not harm vegetation, leaves a white powdery residue.

Pet Safe

Urea with Pet Safe glycol additive, slower than rock salt about the same as potassium chloride, lowest temperature +10F (-12C), does not chemically attack concrete, used as recommended, will not harm vegetation, won't leave oily dirty residue.
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FREE ACE 5GAL BUCKET sku #1147461 With any purchase of $25.00 or more. Limit 1 Coupon good at participating Ace Hardware stores.  Savings are off regular retail price. Does not apply to  previously purchased merchandise. Not redeemable for cash. Must present coupon. May not be used in conjunction with any other coupon offer.  Limit one coupon per customer. Offer valid January 1 - 31, 2013 Cashier instructions: Key in coupon code 80035169 ---------------------------------------------