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• What Does Your Door Knob Say About You?

  Your home’s entrance can tell a lot about your personality
   
  (Mississauga, Ontario) – Have you spent hours browsing your local home improvement store looking for the perfect door knob? The different colours, styles and finishes of door knobs can be overwhelming. Did you find it harder than shopping for new clothes? Well that’s because you wanted to choose a door knob that unknowingly suits you, fits your personality and looks good; just like you would when shopping for the latest fashions.
   
  Weiser Lock tells you what the following door knobs finishes say about you:
   
  

  • A Venetian Bronze finish is a throw back to yesteryear, it suits someone who is nostalgic, paints their home in warm roses and cream colours and has a soft spot for classic Victorian décor. Personality traits of these individuals include: conscientious, dependable, steady and conservative. Their hobbies might include classical music, fine dining, designer clothes and trips to Rome.
  • A Satin Stainless Steel finish is for someone who likes clean, polished and modern looks. Their home is very simple, bright and airy, probably with a lot of windows and open spaces. Symbolic of this individual would be innocence, purity and naivete. People who chose this finish are probably into alternative or indie rock, wearing jeans with a t-shirt, vacationing on the beach and chowing down on sushi.
  • A Rustic Pewter finish is chosen by someone who prefers an average suburban house to a modern mansion. This person often has a good business sense but tends to work too much. They love classic rock, attending sporting events, eating cheeseburgers and taking camping trips at national parks.
  • An Iron Black finish evokes a very mysterious feel. Door knobs which are all black represent a dignified and impressive look, without being showy. These people most likely love emo music, visiting Eastern bloc countries, wearing all black wardrobes and eating at ethnic restaurants.
  • A Bright Brass finish has yellow undertones, representing happiness and imagination. The people who choose this have sunny personalities and a great sense of humour. Hobbies of this person include, visiting glitzy Las Vegas, wearing bright clothing and accessories, listening to pop music and dining at chain restaurants.

   
  To learn more about Weiser Locks log on to: www.weiserlock.ca.
   
  About Black & Decker
  Black & Decker is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of hardware and home improvement products, power tools and technology- based fastening systems.
   
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  Issued By/Media Contact:                           
  Stephen Murdoch
  OEB Enterprise                                         
  Phone: (905) 682-7203                                   
  E-mail: smurdoch@oebenterprise.com                
  

• Forgot your keys? Don’t panic!

  Weiser Lock unveils the stylish new SmartCode lock
   
  BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA …Have you ever left the house only to realize later that you forgot your house keys? With Weiser Lock’s new SmartCode, there is no need to panic and call a locksmith; a simple numerical code will do the job.
   
  Taking the ever popular PowerBolt product into the 21st century, SmartCode’s advanced technology provides homeowners with improved performance & convenience, and even includes a lighted keypad for those late nights. The SmartCode Lock also employs the revolutionary SmartKey cylinder innovation, introduced earlier this year by Weiser Lock, a leader in door hardware products.  The SmartKey cylinder allows the homeowner to quickly and easily rekey their own lock which completely eliminates the need to fumble with traditional pins and tumblers, while providing improved security.
   
  The SmartCode is so easy to operate, all you have to do is enter the correct code on the keypad and the deadbolt automatically retracts. Locking the door is even easier; simply press the lock button and the deadbolt will automatically move to the locked position.  Two numerical codes can be easily programmed and changed to allow access to temporary guests, contractors, cleaning people or friends.
   
  “The SmartCode® Lock guarantees to score big with consumers who are looking for peace of mind, control and keyless convenience,” said Mark Wallace, Group Marketing Manager for Weiser Lock. “The many new features including the SmartKey cylinder, automatic deadbolt handing, lock/unlock indicator, ease of installation with no new holes required, optional automatic locking feature after 30 seconds and other customizable settings delivers to Canadians the next generation of keyless convenience. We continue to build on the 12 year heritage and success of PowerBolt.”
   
  SmartCode was created with a sense of style. It is available in three different finishes: Satin Nickel, Venetian Bronze and Polished Brass. Its sleek, arched shape and attractive finishes are sure to match any home décor.
   
  To learn more about the SmartCode®, log on to: www.weiserlock.ca.
   
  About Black & Decker
  Black & Decker is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of hardware and home improvement products, power tools and technology- based fastening systems.
   
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  For additional information, contact:
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  Issued By/Media Contact:                           
   
  Stephen Murdoch, Senior Consultant               
  OEB Enterprise                                         
  Phone: (905) 682-7203                                   
  Cell: (289) 241-3997                                     
  E-mail: smurdoch@oebenterprise.com  
  

• Homeowners Encouraged to Concentrate on Affordable DIY Projects in Economic Downturn

  (Mississauga, Ontario)-With homeowners continuing to feel the effects of the economic downturn, there is hope in short and affordable DIY projects that will add value to their home without depleting your bank account.
   
  Details such as a new sink faucet or new hardware cabinetry need not be labour intensive. In fact, home improvements projects that can be done in one hour or less are one of the fastest growing sectors.
   
  Here are the top 5 easiest and quickest improvements:
   
  1)        Installing a lockset
  2)        Recaulking your bathroom
  3)        Installing a faucet
  4)      Updating hardware on cabinetry
  5)    Upgrading light fixtures
   
  “The housing market has definitely felt the effects of the current economic downturn, and let’s face it, the seller is feeling most of the negative effects,” said Mark Wallace, Group Marketing Manager for Black & Decker Hardware and Home Improvement Group. “More people are looking to make an investment in their current home rather than list in an aggressive buyers market.  These do-it-yourself projects are economical and easy to do, and the return a homeowner will get on their investment is invaluable,” he added.
   
   
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  For additional information, contact:
   
  Issued by/Media contact:                 
   
  Stephen Murdoch       
  OEB Enterprise                             
  Phone: (905) 682-7203                       
  E-mail: smurdoch@oebenterprise.com

• Home Security: Strong doorways are the best defense

  Burnaby, British Columbia… …..It might surprise you to know that when it comes to home intrusion, as many as 80 per cent of housebreaking thieves enter through a door. Strong doorways therefore will always be your best defense – and this means assessing the door and lock quality at every entrance point, including the inner garage door, basement, and patio doors.
   
  “Break and enter thieves are usually on the look out for easy target homes,” says Mark Wallace, Canadian Marketing Manager for Weiser Lock, “and modern homes that are built with standard issue fixtures, fall right into this category. These homes are bought and sold with hollow doors – and that means the only thing that stands between a thief and your belongings is two thin sheets of plywood sandwiching a honeycomb frame.”
   
  Here are a few of the most important tips for Canadians to consider when it comes to home security:
   
  The Doors
  

  • Replace hollow doors with solid wood or metal doors at every entry point.
  • Upgrade door strike plates. Tiny, half-inch screws secure most plates and one good kick can tear them off. Upgrade to a four screw, heavy-duty strike plate with 3-inch screws.
  • Choose doors without a window and with a 180-degree peephole.
  • Opt for a mailbox versus a mail slot.
  • On patio sliding doors use secondary blocking devices and anti-lifting devices such as through-the-door pins.
  • If you’re hiding a key be clever. Never use the obvious mailbox or doormat.

   
  The Locks
  

  • Change the locks after purchasing a house, even a new one.
  • Insist that family members report if they lose a key. Consider the “keyless entry system”, one of the more exciting developments in home hardware security.
  • Replace standard fixtures with premium deadbolt locks containing a one-inch throw bolt.

   
  About Black & Decker
  Black & Decker is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of power tools and accessories, hardware and home improvement products, and technology- based fastening systems.
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  Issued by/Media contact:
   
  Stephen Murdoch
  OEB Enterprise                              
  Phone: (905) 682-7203                       
  E-mail: smurdoch@oebenterprise.com