Boral Thin Brick What's to love: Can be used indoors or outdoors, for new construction or renovation, to make over ordinary walls.
What's it do: Available in four colors, comes in easily handled boxes of 3 /4-inch flats and corners that give the effect of full-dimension masonry. Provides texture and color range of antique handmade brick without the weight. Easy-to-understand installation instructions. Can be sealed to prevent staining in areas prone to smoke, soot, dirt, grease, splashing water. Not for flooring or step treads. Price: $50 per box that covers eight square feet; view www. boralbricks.com.
Medis Fuel Cell Power Emergency Kit
What's to love: Provides backup capabilities when electricity is out.
What's it do: Gives instant power to cell phones for up to 90 hours. Includes LED flashlight, adapter tips for handheld devices, power pack, charger that attaches to replaceable, recyclable power packs; contained in plastic case. Fuel cells are allowed on airplanes to keep phones and other devices charged on long flights and layovers. Price: $50; view fuelcellstore.com.
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