Adhesive Fabric Can Fix Cracked Driveways
Tired of looking at ugly cracks in your driveway? How about a bandage for them? Driveway Medic is a do-it-yourself repair system for asphalt driveways. The self-adhesive six-inch-wide fabric comes in a nine-foot roll and is easy to apply.
To make a repair, just cut a piece of the material--a non-woven polypropylene fabric saturated with rubberized asphalt--to cover the size of the cracked area, peel off the adhesive and press over the crack. The fabric adheres instantly and can be walked on or driven over immediately, according to the manufacturers, Phillips Fibers Corp., a division of Phillips Petroleum Co., and Co-Fair Corp.
The material forms a waterproof barrier that keeps moisture out and prevents damage from heat or cold. Manufacturers say the bandage can last for years. You can apply a sealing coat to the entire driveway after patching to give it a finished appearance.
Driveway Medic ($10 for a nine-foot roll) is available nationwide at Sears, Builders Square, Ace Hardware and Handy Andy. There also is a larger roll for industrial use.
If you can’t find Driveway Medic in your area, contact Co-Fair Corp. at (800) 333-6700.
Beanie Perches Atop Computer to Cut Glare
If you’re bothered by glare on your computer screen, the Screen Beanie shade may help.
C.J.T. Enterprises in Santa Ana produces this adjustable visor in beige or black plastic. It attaches with Velcro strips to the the monitor, and company officials say it cuts screen glare by 90%.
There are two standard sizes: small, for monitors measuring 10 to 17 inches across the top, and large, 12 to 21 inches. Screen Beanies are also available for notebooks and laptops.
To order, contact C. J. T. Enterprises, 3625 W. MacArthur Blvd., Suite 301, Santa Ana, Calif. 92704; (714) 751-6295. The small one is $15.95 plus $3 shipping and handling; large, $16.95 plus $3. For a notebook or laptop ($12.95 plus $2 shipping and handling), specify the width of the monitor or the make of the computer.
New Baby Wipe Helps Prevent Diaper Rash
Attention new moms: Scott Paper Co. has just introduced Baby Fresh with Ultra Guard, a baby wipe that not only cleans but helps prevent diaper rash.
The new wipe contains a skin protectant that helps keep wetness and irritants from the baby’s skin. The solution is alcohol-free, hypoallergenic and contains dimethicone, an ingredient found in baby creams, lotions and skin protectants. Scott says its process involves millions of microscopic sponges that hold the Ultra Guard in the cloth until it is released when the wipe is used.
Baby Fresh with Ultra Guard ($3.99 to $4.49 for an 84-wipe container) is available at drug stores and supermarkets in California, Arizona, Nevada and Hawaii. In Los Angeles, you can find the wipes at Lucky, Ralphs and Albertsons markets and Thrifty drugstores. For additional information, call Scott Paper Co. at (800) TEL-SCOT.