Archive for the ‘Door Hardware’ Category
Jan
04
Keep Your Exterior Door Hardware Like New
Emtek Charleston Mortise Lock - A Touch of Brass
During the course of an average day, the front door lock can be locked and unlocked many times but it is only when the lock ceases to function properly that anyone notices that there might be a problem. Regular and proper maintenance of your exterior door hardware is important, so that it will last you forever.
Cleaning Products
Despite being of very high quality, Emtek Mortise Locks and Baldwin door hardware all require regular maintenance to keep them looking and working as good as new. Products like Super Lube Dri-Film or Lubrican Poxylube CP200 are the best for lubricating exterior door hardware components.
Cleaning Process
A Touch of Brass recommends that you begin cleaning your door hardware with a mixture of water, lemon and salt. The salt will act as a very light abrasive and the lemon is a natural degreaser. Use an old toothbrush and lightly scrub all exposed parts of the door hardware. Dry the areas with a soft, dry cloth. If the original finish on your lock is polished brass (like some Baldwin Hardware door knockers), then cleaning the exposed hardware with a polish specifically designed for brass is the best way to ensure it doesn’t get scratched.
Lubricating the Deadbolt
Using either the Super Lube Dri-Film or Lubrican Poxylube, shake the can well and then place the plastic spray tube into the deadbolt’s keyhole and depress the nozzle in short one second sprays; do this two or three times. Remove the nozzle and insert the key and turn it a few times to spread evenly the lubricant and to make sure it works. If the key won’t turn, repeat the process until the key turns easily in the lock. If after two applications of lubricant the key still won’t turn, you may need to take the lock apart or call A Touch of Brass for advice.
Treat the Hinges
There is nothing more annoying than a squeaky door and doors with rusty hinges sounds horrible. Open the door and find the hinges. Down the center of each hinge is a pin; pull the pin about half way out of the hinge and give it a short burst of lubricant. Replace the pin and repeat the process to protect your valuable brass door hinges.
Lubricate the Handset
Keyed entry locks or keyed handsets by Emtek require that the keyhole is also regularly lubricated. As with the deadbolt, shake the can of lubricant and place the nozzle into the keyhole. Spray short, one second sprays two times then turn the key in the lock to ensure a smooth motion. Spray short sprays into any seams on the handle where it turns or on the underside of the thumb lever. Clean up any excess lubricant with a soft cloth or paper towel.
Despite regular maintenance, door hardware can fail to function or it may become outdated. At A Touch of Brass, we specialize in door hardware and can guide you through the process of replacing your current door hardware.
Dec
28
Door Hardware: Easier, Cheaper ways to Add Value to your Home
Baldwin Colonial Door Knocker - A Touch of Brass
Curb appeal and first impressions are very important if you are considering selling your house. Expensive landscaping or exterior renovations can certainly create the wow factor to lure potential home buyers, but there is a simpler, and much less expensive, replacement that you can make to an existing feature. By replacing your front door hardware, such as the door knob, door handle and door knocker, you can instantly, and inexpensively, update the look of your home.
Pick the Right Finish
Even if your existing front door handle and lock function well, they can become worn looking and drab over time, not to mention they can even go out of style. By replacing your existing door hardware with something by Baldwin, Emtek or other manufacturers found at A Touch of Brass, you will be instantly updating the exterior look of your home and increasing its curb appeal. Front door handles like Baldwin’s Madison Handleset or Emtek Craftsman Mortise Locks are elegant, timeless and beautiful. Door handles come in a variety of finishes like polished chrome, brass, rubbed bronze, satin nickel and more. It is important to consider the overall look of your house when deciding on a finish. Is your home modern or contemporary? Then perhaps a polished chrome door handle would look terrific. If your home is rustic, then a rubbed bronze mortise lock might accentuate the overall look best.
Consider the Style
A Touch of Brass carries a vast selection of different styles of door hardware by reputable companies such as Emtek and Bladwin. Once you have narrowed down the finish you’d like on the door hardware, it is time to consider the style. Is there an existing deadbolt on the door or is there a simple, one lock entry system? Something like the Baldwin Classic Knob Keyed Entry Set is functional and utilitarian. These basic locks look lovely on modest homes with unpretentious front door areas. Or, consider choosing a product like the Pasadena Mortise Lock handset, which has a very distinctive style. This look would fit well on a modern or slightly Asian-influenced front door area. If you are not sure what kind of style would look best on your home please ask! Any one of the experts at A Touch of Brass can assist you.
Other Door Accessories
Wall mounted mailboxes, kick plates, door knockers, doorbell buttons, light fixtures and house numbers can all also add to the exterior charm of your home, and these items are easily replaced with a few screws and a screwdriver. By choosing complimentary accessories you can really improve the exterior look of your home. Just do not overdo it - remember that often less is more!
Expensive landscaping and exterior paint jobs can all increase the curb appeal of your home, but these are expensive projects. You can give your home a fresh, new look simply by replacing some worn-out or outdated exterior door hardware. The folks at A Touch of Brass are always willing and eager to help you find the perfect look for your front door.
Aug
16
How To Choose a Baldwin Mail Slot Cover With Interior Flap
Is your mail slot uncovered? Maybe the old mail slot cover started to rust or the hinge wasn’t letting it open and close or maybe it just fell completely off your door. Whatever happened, you can’t leave your mail slot uncovered. You need letter box plate (also known as a mail slot cover) to cover the mail slot hole so the elements stay out and your door looks whole. An uncovered mail slot is just an ugly hole in your door. Luckily, buying a cover for your mail slot is easy and you can do it in two simple steps.
Choose a size. The first thing you need to do is figure out which size mail slot is right for you. Baldwin makes two sizes of mail slot covers: package size and magazine size. Which one you need depends on how big the opening in your door is.
- Package Size mail slots fit an opening that is 11″ in width by 2″ in height.
- Magazine Size mail slots fit an opening that is 7.5″ in width by 2″ in height.
Choose the finish. Your mail slot will be made of solid brass and it can come in any of Baldwin Hardware’s classic finishes. The best way to guarantee full value on the money you spend is to get one of Baldwin’s lifetime finishes. A lifetime finish is guaranteed not to rot, tarnish or rust. If it does, Baldwin will replace it for you. Right now only two finishes come with Baldwin’s lifetime guarantee: Polished Brass and Satin Nickel. Other popular finishes are Venetian Bronze, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Satin Brass and Black and Polished Chrome.
Ready to order? Just click here!
Have a question about mail slot covers or letter box plates? We’re happy to help! Just call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send us an email.
May
28
Emtek Orion Tubular Handleset Ships For Free!
The Orion tubular handleset is one of the latest handlesets from Emtek Hardware. The Orion is a full escutcheon handleset with a backplate that covers the entire handle and the deadbolt.
You can choose any of these four finishes: Oil Rubbed Bronze, Polishe Chrome, Flat Black or Satin Nickel. You can also choose any brass knob or lever that Emtek makes for the interior of your handleset.
Made from solid brass in a modern design, the Orion works with standard 2 1/8″ door prep and comes with a Schlage “C” Keyway.
Please specify a 2 3/8″ or a 2 3/4″ backset when ordering.
The Orion will ship within 24-48 hours after your order is placed and always ships for free!
Click here to start view the new Orion handleset by Emtek.
Apr
10
Exterior Hardware: Get Your House Ready for Warm Weather!
We’ve passed the halfway point of February and that means that the end of winter is in sight, if not quite in reach. That’s fine! A little extra time is just what you need to get your house ready for warm weather.
Warmer weather and longer days means you can stop treating your home like a fortress that’s protecting you from winter’s harsh attacks and start letting your guard down!
We have screen door locks for those perfect days when you’ll want the windows open and fresh air flowing through your house and smooth window locks that will make opening and closing your windows effortless.
The outside of your home can shine as bright as the spring sun with all of our exterior hardware. Address plaques that will let your party guests find you with ease and door knockers and doorbell buttons that will announce their presence with style! We have kickplates and door pulls to protect your door from wear and tear and outdoor lights that will make your summer days endless affairs, even after the sun sets.
Don’t wait for the ice melt before you starting thawing out your home. Get ready for spring and summer now!
All of these items ship fast and all orders over $35 ship for free! So order now!
If you have questions about prepping your home for the warm months to come please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or just send your question to Ask Jim!
Mar
24
The Schlage B60 Deadbolt
The B60 Deadbolt by Schlage is a lot of lock for a little bit of money. It offers high caliber security and a fine appearance for a very modest price.
The B60 has a ANSI Grade 1 security rating. That means you’ll be protecting your home with professional grade security. It uses the largest bolt available to secure the door and is pick and bump resistant. Despite it’s heavy-duty features it is very easy to install. One person can do it with no problems or unexpected complications; the B60 adjusts to fit all standard door preparations.
The B60 comes in a single cylinder model (key on one side) or a double cylinder model (key on both sides) and 8 different finishes.
Schlage is a top choice for contractors and locksmiths because it offers high quality at an affordable price and locks are available without a long wait. The B60 is in stock!
If you have any questions about the Schlage B60 deadbolt please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
28
Baldwin Madison Handleset, A Great Choice For Any Door!
Finding the right handleset for your front door can be tricky for many reasons. You might want a special finish or a particular design and none of the handlesets you see match what you want. The only way to solve those problems is to keep looking until you find what’s right. Some problems, however, are much simpler to solve.
For example, the most common roadblock people run into when looking for a handleset is finding one that will fit.
The Baldwin Madison handleset will fit any front door that is prepped for a tubular lock. This is because it is a sectional lock, the Madison has no CTC measurement, so fitting it to your door will be no problem.
The Madison comes with an interior knob or an interior lever and is available in all of Baldwin’s famous finishes. If you order the Madison today it will ship within a week and it will ship absolutely free!
Click here to view the Madison handleset!
If you have questions about how the Madison will fit on your door please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
11
Baldwin Images Manchester Handleset Is Perfect For Your Front Door!
The Manchester Handleset by Baldwin Hardware is a beautiful lock that would brighten the door of any home. Made of solid brass, this handleset comes with a 3/4 escutchen backplate. The backplate doesn’t cover the entire handle, just the two locks, so the overall effect is more modern than a full backplate model.
The Manchester comes with an interior lever and it is available in all of Baldwin’s world famous finishes, including there unbeatable lifetime finishes.
Before you order make sure you know the following:
1.How thick your door is.
2.What your center-to-center measurement is.
3.What your backset is.
4.What handing you’ll need.
All of the other options are completely up to your style and tastes.
The Manchester is ready to ship and ships completely for free.
Take a look and see if Baldwin’s Manchester handleset is right for you!
If you’d like us to help you figure out if the Manchester is the right handleset for you please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send or send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
04
Baldwin Solid Brass Kickplates: Protecting Your Door and Preserving Your Style
Kickplates protect your door from, well, kicks and the add a decorative flair as well. Treat your house to a little extra pizzaz with a Baldwin solid brass or solid steel kickplate.
Baldwin kickplates come in two heights 8″ or 6″ and in lengths of 30″ or 34″. You can choose a kickplate that is solid brass or one that is solid steel. Both materials come in the full array of Baldwin’s world reknowned finishes.
If you have any questions about kickplates please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or just send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
03
Emtek Brass and Bronze Doorbell Buttons Ship Fast and Free!
Don’t put off replacing your doorbell . Doorbell buttons are usually one of the last items homeowners take the trouble to replace and that’s unfortunate. You don’t want an ugly doorbell button. If people are scared to push it, well, it kind of defeats the purpose and that’s a bad thing. It’s like putting spikes on your front door knob.
Doorbell buttons are relatively inexpensive and very easy to install. They are one of the few pieces of hardware on your house that your guests wills stare directly at and use, so you want it to look good. If someone is hesitant to push your doorbell button, they might hesitate to come into your house too.
So, if you’re ready to take “make doorbell button less scary” off of your to-do list check out our selection of Emtek doorbell buttons. Emtek doorbells come in steel, brass or bronze and wide variety of finishes and over 23 different doorbell styles, including round, rectangular, oval and arched.
Just like all Emtek products, these doorbells will ship within 2-3 days after you place your order and are eligible for free shipping on any order over $35!
Make a great first impression on your next guest with an Emtek Doorbell button!
If you have any questions about doorbells please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or just send your question to Ask Jim!
Jan
04
Keep Your Exterior Door Hardware Like New
Emtek Charleston Mortise Lock - A Touch of Brass
During the course of an average day, the front door lock can be locked and unlocked many times but it is only when the lock ceases to function properly that anyone notices that there might be a problem. Regular and proper maintenance of your exterior door hardware is important, so that it will last you forever.
Cleaning Products
Despite being of very high quality, Emtek Mortise Locks and Baldwin door hardware all require regular maintenance to keep them looking and working as good as new. Products like Super Lube Dri-Film or Lubrican Poxylube CP200 are the best for lubricating exterior door hardware components.
Cleaning Process
A Touch of Brass recommends that you begin cleaning your door hardware with a mixture of water, lemon and salt. The salt will act as a very light abrasive and the lemon is a natural degreaser. Use an old toothbrush and lightly scrub all exposed parts of the door hardware. Dry the areas with a soft, dry cloth. If the original finish on your lock is polished brass (like some Baldwin Hardware door knockers), then cleaning the exposed hardware with a polish specifically designed for brass is the best way to ensure it doesn’t get scratched.
Lubricating the Deadbolt
Using either the Super Lube Dri-Film or Lubrican Poxylube, shake the can well and then place the plastic spray tube into the deadbolt’s keyhole and depress the nozzle in short one second sprays; do this two or three times. Remove the nozzle and insert the key and turn it a few times to spread evenly the lubricant and to make sure it works. If the key won’t turn, repeat the process until the key turns easily in the lock. If after two applications of lubricant the key still won’t turn, you may need to take the lock apart or call A Touch of Brass for advice.
Treat the Hinges
There is nothing more annoying than a squeaky door and doors with rusty hinges sounds horrible. Open the door and find the hinges. Down the center of each hinge is a pin; pull the pin about half way out of the hinge and give it a short burst of lubricant. Replace the pin and repeat the process to protect your valuable brass door hinges.
Lubricate the Handset
Keyed entry locks or keyed handsets by Emtek require that the keyhole is also regularly lubricated. As with the deadbolt, shake the can of lubricant and place the nozzle into the keyhole. Spray short, one second sprays two times then turn the key in the lock to ensure a smooth motion. Spray short sprays into any seams on the handle where it turns or on the underside of the thumb lever. Clean up any excess lubricant with a soft cloth or paper towel.
Despite regular maintenance, door hardware can fail to function or it may become outdated. At A Touch of Brass, we specialize in door hardware and can guide you through the process of replacing your current door hardware.
Dec
28
Door Hardware: Easier, Cheaper ways to Add Value to your Home
Baldwin Colonial Door Knocker - A Touch of Brass
Curb appeal and first impressions are very important if you are considering selling your house. Expensive landscaping or exterior renovations can certainly create the wow factor to lure potential home buyers, but there is a simpler, and much less expensive, replacement that you can make to an existing feature. By replacing your front door hardware, such as the door knob, door handle and door knocker, you can instantly, and inexpensively, update the look of your home.
Pick the Right Finish
Even if your existing front door handle and lock function well, they can become worn looking and drab over time, not to mention they can even go out of style. By replacing your existing door hardware with something by Baldwin, Emtek or other manufacturers found at A Touch of Brass, you will be instantly updating the exterior look of your home and increasing its curb appeal. Front door handles like Baldwin’s Madison Handleset or Emtek Craftsman Mortise Locks are elegant, timeless and beautiful. Door handles come in a variety of finishes like polished chrome, brass, rubbed bronze, satin nickel and more. It is important to consider the overall look of your house when deciding on a finish. Is your home modern or contemporary? Then perhaps a polished chrome door handle would look terrific. If your home is rustic, then a rubbed bronze mortise lock might accentuate the overall look best.
Consider the Style
A Touch of Brass carries a vast selection of different styles of door hardware by reputable companies such as Emtek and Bladwin. Once you have narrowed down the finish you’d like on the door hardware, it is time to consider the style. Is there an existing deadbolt on the door or is there a simple, one lock entry system? Something like the Baldwin Classic Knob Keyed Entry Set is functional and utilitarian. These basic locks look lovely on modest homes with unpretentious front door areas. Or, consider choosing a product like the Pasadena Mortise Lock handset, which has a very distinctive style. This look would fit well on a modern or slightly Asian-influenced front door area. If you are not sure what kind of style would look best on your home please ask! Any one of the experts at A Touch of Brass can assist you.
Other Door Accessories
Wall mounted mailboxes, kick plates, door knockers, doorbell buttons, light fixtures and house numbers can all also add to the exterior charm of your home, and these items are easily replaced with a few screws and a screwdriver. By choosing complimentary accessories you can really improve the exterior look of your home. Just do not overdo it - remember that often less is more!
Expensive landscaping and exterior paint jobs can all increase the curb appeal of your home, but these are expensive projects. You can give your home a fresh, new look simply by replacing some worn-out or outdated exterior door hardware. The folks at A Touch of Brass are always willing and eager to help you find the perfect look for your front door.
Aug
16
How To Choose a Baldwin Mail Slot Cover With Interior Flap
Is your mail slot uncovered? Maybe the old mail slot cover started to rust or the hinge wasn’t letting it open and close or maybe it just fell completely off your door. Whatever happened, you can’t leave your mail slot uncovered. You need letter box plate (also known as a mail slot cover) to cover the mail slot hole so the elements stay out and your door looks whole. An uncovered mail slot is just an ugly hole in your door. Luckily, buying a cover for your mail slot is easy and you can do it in two simple steps.
Choose a size. The first thing you need to do is figure out which size mail slot is right for you. Baldwin makes two sizes of mail slot covers: package size and magazine size. Which one you need depends on how big the opening in your door is.
- Package Size mail slots fit an opening that is 11″ in width by 2″ in height.
- Magazine Size mail slots fit an opening that is 7.5″ in width by 2″ in height.
Choose the finish. Your mail slot will be made of solid brass and it can come in any of Baldwin Hardware’s classic finishes. The best way to guarantee full value on the money you spend is to get one of Baldwin’s lifetime finishes. A lifetime finish is guaranteed not to rot, tarnish or rust. If it does, Baldwin will replace it for you. Right now only two finishes come with Baldwin’s lifetime guarantee: Polished Brass and Satin Nickel. Other popular finishes are Venetian Bronze, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Satin Brass and Black and Polished Chrome.
Ready to order? Just click here!
Have a question about mail slot covers or letter box plates? We’re happy to help! Just call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send us an email.
May
28
Emtek Orion Tubular Handleset Ships For Free!
The Orion tubular handleset is one of the latest handlesets from Emtek Hardware. The Orion is a full escutcheon handleset with a backplate that covers the entire handle and the deadbolt.
You can choose any of these four finishes: Oil Rubbed Bronze, Polishe Chrome, Flat Black or Satin Nickel. You can also choose any brass knob or lever that Emtek makes for the interior of your handleset.
Made from solid brass in a modern design, the Orion works with standard 2 1/8″ door prep and comes with a Schlage “C” Keyway.
Please specify a 2 3/8″ or a 2 3/4″ backset when ordering.
The Orion will ship within 24-48 hours after your order is placed and always ships for free!
Click here to start view the new Orion handleset by Emtek.
Apr
10
Exterior Hardware: Get Your House Ready for Warm Weather!
We’ve passed the halfway point of February and that means that the end of winter is in sight, if not quite in reach. That’s fine! A little extra time is just what you need to get your house ready for warm weather.
Warmer weather and longer days means you can stop treating your home like a fortress that’s protecting you from winter’s harsh attacks and start letting your guard down!
We have screen door locks for those perfect days when you’ll want the windows open and fresh air flowing through your house and smooth window locks that will make opening and closing your windows effortless.
The outside of your home can shine as bright as the spring sun with all of our exterior hardware. Address plaques that will let your party guests find you with ease and door knockers and doorbell buttons that will announce their presence with style! We have kickplates and door pulls to protect your door from wear and tear and outdoor lights that will make your summer days endless affairs, even after the sun sets.
Don’t wait for the ice melt before you starting thawing out your home. Get ready for spring and summer now!
All of these items ship fast and all orders over $35 ship for free! So order now!
If you have questions about prepping your home for the warm months to come please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or just send your question to Ask Jim!
Mar
24
The Schlage B60 Deadbolt
The B60 Deadbolt by Schlage is a lot of lock for a little bit of money. It offers high caliber security and a fine appearance for a very modest price.
The B60 has a ANSI Grade 1 security rating. That means you’ll be protecting your home with professional grade security. It uses the largest bolt available to secure the door and is pick and bump resistant. Despite it’s heavy-duty features it is very easy to install. One person can do it with no problems or unexpected complications; the B60 adjusts to fit all standard door preparations.
The B60 comes in a single cylinder model (key on one side) or a double cylinder model (key on both sides) and 8 different finishes.
Schlage is a top choice for contractors and locksmiths because it offers high quality at an affordable price and locks are available without a long wait. The B60 is in stock!
If you have any questions about the Schlage B60 deadbolt please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
28
Baldwin Madison Handleset, A Great Choice For Any Door!
Finding the right handleset for your front door can be tricky for many reasons. You might want a special finish or a particular design and none of the handlesets you see match what you want. The only way to solve those problems is to keep looking until you find what’s right. Some problems, however, are much simpler to solve.
For example, the most common roadblock people run into when looking for a handleset is finding one that will fit.
The Baldwin Madison handleset will fit any front door that is prepped for a tubular lock. This is because it is a sectional lock, the Madison has no CTC measurement, so fitting it to your door will be no problem.
The Madison comes with an interior knob or an interior lever and is available in all of Baldwin’s famous finishes. If you order the Madison today it will ship within a week and it will ship absolutely free!
Click here to view the Madison handleset!
If you have questions about how the Madison will fit on your door please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
11
Baldwin Images Manchester Handleset Is Perfect For Your Front Door!
The Manchester Handleset by Baldwin Hardware is a beautiful lock that would brighten the door of any home. Made of solid brass, this handleset comes with a 3/4 escutchen backplate. The backplate doesn’t cover the entire handle, just the two locks, so the overall effect is more modern than a full backplate model.
The Manchester comes with an interior lever and it is available in all of Baldwin’s world famous finishes, including there unbeatable lifetime finishes.
Before you order make sure you know the following:
1.How thick your door is.
2.What your center-to-center measurement is.
3.What your backset is.
4.What handing you’ll need.
All of the other options are completely up to your style and tastes.
The Manchester is ready to ship and ships completely for free.
Take a look and see if Baldwin’s Manchester handleset is right for you!
If you’d like us to help you figure out if the Manchester is the right handleset for you please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or send or send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
04
Baldwin Solid Brass Kickplates: Protecting Your Door and Preserving Your Style
Kickplates protect your door from, well, kicks and the add a decorative flair as well. Treat your house to a little extra pizzaz with a Baldwin solid brass or solid steel kickplate.
Baldwin kickplates come in two heights 8″ or 6″ and in lengths of 30″ or 34″. You can choose a kickplate that is solid brass or one that is solid steel. Both materials come in the full array of Baldwin’s world reknowned finishes.
If you have any questions about kickplates please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or just send your question to Ask Jim!
Feb
03
Emtek Brass and Bronze Doorbell Buttons Ship Fast and Free!
Don’t put off replacing your doorbell . Doorbell buttons are usually one of the last items homeowners take the trouble to replace and that’s unfortunate. You don’t want an ugly doorbell button. If people are scared to push it, well, it kind of defeats the purpose and that’s a bad thing. It’s like putting spikes on your front door knob.
Doorbell buttons are relatively inexpensive and very easy to install. They are one of the few pieces of hardware on your house that your guests wills stare directly at and use, so you want it to look good. If someone is hesitant to push your doorbell button, they might hesitate to come into your house too.
So, if you’re ready to take “make doorbell button less scary” off of your to-do list check out our selection of Emtek doorbell buttons. Emtek doorbells come in steel, brass or bronze and wide variety of finishes and over 23 different doorbell styles, including round, rectangular, oval and arched.
Just like all Emtek products, these doorbells will ship within 2-3 days after you place your order and are eligible for free shipping on any order over $35!
Make a great first impression on your next guest with an Emtek Doorbell button!
If you have any questions about doorbells please call us at 1-800-272-7734 or just send your question to Ask Jim!
