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You paid a lot for your LCD or plasma screen, so be sure to mount it using an ultra-secure system. This LCD / Plasma Flat Mount from K2 Mounts is designed to mount 26-inch to 37-inch screens flush against your wall securely. UL approval assures you that this mount meets design and construction standards. Installation hardware for nearly every make and model TV is included with this solid steel unit, as well as the screws to mount it to wood studs, saving you frustrating trips to the hardware store. There is even a built-in bubble level to make it easy to ensure that it’s installed on the level. Note: You will need additional materials to mount in masonry or metal stud walls. The mount comes with a lifetime guarantee as well as free component insurance up to $10,000.

• Fits most brands of flat panel displays 26-37 inches
• Solid steel construction
• Lifetime guarantee with $10,000 connected equipment insurance
• Price: $54.99

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You don’t need to break the bank on your electrical bill each month in order to enjoy soft, bright lights. Toss that short-life, high-energy incandescent bulb and replace it with the 14-Watt Medium Base Buglight CFL, a compact fluorescent bulb that fits in any standard indoor or outdoor bulb base and emits 475 Lumens - higher than the 330 Lumens emitted by a similar 50-watt incandescent bulb. You’ll conserve energy with every use without sacrificing the soft glow associated with incandescent lamps, and this long-life bulb will last up to 6000 hours, more than four times that of standard, 1500-hour incandescent bulbs.

• 14-watt compact fluorescent emits more light than 50-watt incandescent bulb
• One bulb pays for itself in lower electric bills in about five months
• CFL bulb will last up to 6000 hours - more than 4x the life of the standard incandescent bulb
• Safe for indoor and outdoor use
• Price: $8.99

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You don’t need to break the bank on your electrical bill each month in order to enjoy soft, bright lights. Toss that short-life, high-energy incandescent bulb and replace it with the 16-Watt Flood CFL, a compact fluorescent bulb that fits in any standard indoor or outdoor bulb base and emits 750 Lumens - higher than the 620 Lumens emitted by a comparable 65-watt incandescent bulb. You’ll conserve energy with every use without sacrificing the soft glow associated with incandescent lamps, and this long-life bulb will last up to 8000 hours, more than five times that of standard, 1500-hour incandescent bulbs.

• 16-watt compact fluorescent emits more light than 65-watt incandescent bulb
• One bulb pays for itself in lower electric bills in about five months
• CFL bulb will last up to 8000 hours - more than 5x the life of the standard incandescent bulb
• Price: $9.99

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Improve air quality throughout your home — automatically and efficiently. The Broan SmartSense® 2-Fan System is an intelligent ventilation system: These two ultra-silent fans that once worked independently now work together as an integrated ventilation system. Because these fans ventilate from different locations, you’re assured of ongoing fresh air distribution throughout the home. More than simple bathroom fans, these smart fans use INSTEON™, a powerful, wireless home control technology.

• Smart ventilation system work together to distribute fresh air throughout your home
• Ultra-quiet bathroom fans communicate over your power lines using INSTEON technology
• Proper ventilation minimizes mold and mildew growth as well as pollutants
• Price: $459.99

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For a limited time, these select Leviton products are on sale. Take advantage of great deals, up to 50% off!

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If you or your family members have trouble getting up in the morning, this Digital Flying Alarm Clock is an original and interactive way to get you out of bed. The base of the Digital Flying Alarm Clock launches a rotor into the air that flies around the room as the alarm blares. The ringing doesn’t stop until you return the rotor to the alarm clock base. This is a great gift for anyone who isn’t a morning person. The Flying Alarm Clock runs on four AA batteries (sold separately). This Flying Alarm Clock is perfect for college students, graveyard workers, or anyone who likes fun gadgets.

• Digital alarm clock with large, easy to read backlit display
• Rotor will fly as high as nine feet in the air
• Easy to set
• Snooze function
• Price: $24.99

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You don’t need to break the bank on your electrical bill each month in order to enjoy soft, bright lights. Toss that short-life, high-energy incandescent bulb and replace it with the 15-Watt Medium Base Flood CFL, a compact fluorescent bulb that fits in any standard indoor or outdoor bulb base and emits 560 Lumens - higher than the 450 Lumens emitted by a comparable 40-watt incandescent bulb. You’ll conserve energy with every use without sacrificing the soft glow associated with incandescent lamps, and this long-life bulb will last up to 6000 hours, more than four times that of standard, 1500-hour incandescent bulbs.

• 15-watt compact fluorescent emits more light than 40-watt incandescent bulb
• One bulb pays for itself in lower electric bills in about five months
• CFL bulb will last up to 6000 hours - more than 4x the life of the standard incandescent bulb
• Safe for indoor and outdoor use
• Price: $26.99

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SmartLabs, Inc. announces that its INSTEON wireless home control technology has been selected to control the lighting features of the 10,200-square-foot 2007 New Southern Home, a highlight of the 29th annual Southeast Building Conference (SEBC), July 12-14 at the Orange County Convention Center.

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Electronic House magazine has chosen SmartLabs’ RemoteLinc INSTEON wireless remote control as one of its Products of the Year for 2007. The RemoteLinc is the world’s first INSTEON wireless remote control. With a range of over 150-feet and the ability to wirelessly control up to 6 scenes, lights or appliances, the RemoteLinc gives you the power of INSTEON in the palm of your hand. The RemoteLinc was selected based on technological innovation, combined with overall value and outstanding features.

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You paid a lot for your LCD or plasma screen; you deserve the best possible viewing angle. This ultra-secure LCD / Plasma Tilting Mount from K2 Mounts folds your 26-inch to 37-inch screen flat against your wall when not in use, and it tilts the screen down up to 15 degrees when needed. Tilting the screen can help eliminate reflections or just give you a better view of the screen. Installation hardware for nearly every make and model TV is included with this solid steel unit, as well as the screws to mount it to wood studs, saving you frustrating trips to the hardware store. There’s even a built-in bubble level to ensure it’s mounted on the level. Note: You will need additional materials to mount in masonry or metal stud walls. The mount comes with a lifetime guarantee as well as free component insurance up to $10,000.

• Fits most brands of flat panel displays 26-37 inches
• Articulating single arm tilts up and down
• Solid steel construction
• Lifetime guarantee with $10,000 connected equipment insurance
• Price: $64.99

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