You need the strength of a full-size wheelbarrow/utility cart ... but, you don't have the space.

The Fold-A-Cart is innovative, useful, pliable and practical. The collapsible design makes for easy storage and convenience, folding down to 20 percent of its functional size in seconds.

This cart is perfect for storage in a garage, car trunk, truck bed, under stairs, in an RV, etc. It also comes complete with a wall mount bracket for even more convenient storage options.

The tub is made of Flextron that is puncture-resistant, waterproof, flat-bottomed and nonstick for easy cleaning.

The Fold-A-Cart's durable design makes for hundreds of uses, including: carrying garden tools, fertilizer, soil, shrubs, and even bales of hay and construction tools.

The handle height and ergonomic two-wheel design creates a balance point for better stability and maneuverability for lifting, moving and dumping even heavy loads.

The low center of gravity is positioned above the pneumatic rubber tires creating a pivot point that allows for easy use over any terrain without the tippiness found in most typical wheelbarrows.

The Fold-A-Car product line ranges from the light-duty TFC-150 ($99) which hauls a 6-cubic-foot capacity and a 150-pound payload to the heavy-duty Contractor Grade ($299) which holds a 9-cubic-foot capacity and up to 400 pounds.

For more information, call 866-977-3653 or visit www.foldacart.com.

CURB APPEAL

Details do make a difference.

One way to add beauty and value to your home is with bold and distinctive siding from The Foundry.

This siding combines the proven weatherability of vinyl with the authentic texture of cedar. Crafted from more than 100 different molds, the end result is the natural look of cedar that's been hand-split into shakes and mill-sawn into shingles. The detailing of unique lines, crags and graining prevents any recognizable pattern repetition ... just as in nature.

"People want to show their distinctive style with richer, bolder, more vibrant colors," said Jonathan Wierengo, director of marketing for The Tapco Group, maker of The Foundry. "The days of having neighborhoods overflowing with basic beige and brown siding are starting to come to an end."

The Foundry's Weathered Collection features a finish with a darker hue of color in the grain and a lighter one on the higher points to project the charm of naturally-weathered wood. It is available in 7-inch shakes, and 7- and 10-inch staggered shakes featuring uneven patterns and rougher edges.

The Traditional Collection features 24 colors with several available for the 5-inch and 7-inch shingles, as well as shapes, shakes and staggered shakes.

Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, homeowners won't have to worry about peeling, flaking or blistering. The Foundry products combine versatile application, durability, vast color palettes and uncommon authenticity to exceed the expectations of contractors and homeowners alike.

For more information, call 800-771-4486 or visit www.foundrysiding.com.

Maggie Reed can be reached at maggie.reed@copleynews.com; 619-718-5821; or 123 Camino de la Reina, Suite 202S, San Diego, CA 92108.

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