Builder articles from April 2001

Builder archives from April 2001

2001 Buyer's Guide.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... How to Use the 2001 Buyer's Guide... in Print IN AN INDUSTRY THAT CHANGES FASTER than a receding hairline, you have to stay abreast by knowing the territory. New products and manufacturers come and go as fast as houses are built, and...

How to Find Building Products.(Hanley-Wood Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Plus, How to Find Building Products... Online THE BUYER'S GUIDE you're holding right now is an invaluable reference for researching who makes what in the world of building products. If you go online to visit Hanley-Wood, LLC's Web sites,...

Innovative Products.(Beazer Homes Georgia Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Star at Live/Work 2001 Unique Urban Housing Project Puts Materials in the Spotlight, Creating Efficient Yet Stylish Spaces Live/Work 2001 is a unique urban housing project that made its debut at the International Builders' Show in...

Add Warmth and Beauty with Brick.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... One of the most stylish, cost-effective products used throughout the Live/Work project came from Boral Bricks. Although Boral's brick was used on the exterior facade as well as the unique firewall between the Loft and the Liveabove, it is the...

Urban Styling with Elegance and Luxury.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Industry leader Moen contributed the faucets to the three Live/Work units. The company's new Asceri Line adds the perfect mix of urban style and luxury. Meeting the high consumer demand for coordinating bath products, Moen's Asceri line...

High-Performance Speed Structured Wiring Revs Up Today's Home.(Leviton Manufacturing Company Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Of course the cornerstone of the Live/Work concept is the home-based business. Today's office--i.e. today's home--has sophisticated wiring and electrical needs. Leviton Manufacturing fulfilled much of the wiring and networking needs required to...

Three Units. Three Styles. One Cabinet Maker.(Canac Kitchen)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Canac Kitchen was chosen as the supplier of kitchen and vanity cabinetry within each of the three Live/Work units. Its challenge was to find just the right style and color to match the unique personality of each unit and its prospective...

Whole House Electrical Protection Safeguards Homeowners and Their Gear.(Square D Co. Power Equipment Div.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... As homeowners accumulate more high-tech gear and appliances become more sophisticated, whole house electrical protection is recommended. Square D Company provided the Live/Work project with innovative whole house surge and arc fault protection...

Flooring that Floors the Pros.
April 1, 2001... New yet durable flooring products from Bruce Hardwood Floors gave both the Liveabove and Lifespan units a warm, lived-in feel. Bruce's Charlemont and Rockwell [TM] Planks are designed to look old yet are three-ply engineered and coated with...

Doors with More, Fiberglass Fits the Bill.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Twenty-nine Smooth-Star brand Therma-Tru doors were used throughout the Live/Work project. Installed as either active exterior doorways or used as stationary units to allow for maximum light, Therma-Tru's fiberglass doors met the criteria...

Today's Vinyl Windows Perform and Look Great.(MI Home Products Inc.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Over eighty PrimeCel windows from Capitol Windows, a division of MI Home Products, were used throughout the three Live/Work units. PrimeCel represents the next generation of innovative vinyl window technology with its cellular construction....

Appliances that Suit Today's Home.(Whirlpool Corp.)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... For the kitchens, Whirlpool [R] and its brands demonstrated the range of design options and technological innovations needed to make each Live/Work unit not just beautiful but truly functional. Whether a young urban professional or an...

So Much More Than Before.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... The Live/Work project's Pinnacle Sponsor, The Home Depot, donated dozens of products ranging from water heaters to molding to lighting to complete landscaping materials and supplies. "The Home Depot really is a one stop destination for builders...

Builders Can Rely on the NCHI Supplier 100 When They Buy.
April 1, 2001... Member Companies Deliver Reliable Service And Innovative Products Delivering a quality, well built home extends beyond its structural integrity, curb-appeal and timely completion. The products you use to finish the job need to be reliable,...

Optimize Efficiencies, Increase Sales and Connect to a Better Bottom Line.
April 1, 2001... Let the Power of the Web Work for You Have you ever dreamed about making your business more efficient, increasing sales and growing your bottom line while keeping costs down? A pipe dream, right? Not anymore. E-commerce opportunities...

Alcoa Vinyl Siding Offers Durability and Great Looks.
April 1, 2001... Make Your Home Exterior A Classic Vinyl siding has been the most popular cladding material for the last 10 years. Forty percent of homes built today feature vinyl siding. Why is vinyl siding so popular? Let's take a look at vinyl siding...

Goodman's Builder Program Has the Right Perspective.
April 1, 2001... Leadership, Quality and Value Prevail How has Goodman expanded its presence in Residential New Contraction to include twenty-four of the largest twenty-five builders in the U.S? It depends on your perspective. From the Homeowner's...

Innovation Drives this Leader in Precast Residential Wall Systems.
April 1, 2001... Superior Walls Wins Coveted Innovative Housing Technology Award Founded in 1981 by Lancaster County, Pennsylvania builder Mel Zimmerman, Superior Walls of America, Ltd. has grown to become the most recognized name in precast residential...

Therma-Tru: Market Leader and Proud NCHI Member.
April 1, 2001... Well Known For High Performance Fiberglass Doors Therma-Tru Doors manufactures the industry's largest collection of beautiful fiberglass doors with superior quality and craftsmanship evident in every detail. The company, founded in 1962 by...

MANUFACTURER DIRECTORY.(Illustration)
April 1, 2001... CERTAINTEED [#][*] WEATHERBOARDS FIBER CEMENT SIDING Ph: 610-341-7000, 800-233-8990 Fax: 610-341-7940 www.certainteed.com CERTAINTEED [#][*][O] WINDOWS Ph: 800-233-8990 Fax: 610-341-7940 www.certainteed.com ...

Doors.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... EXTERIOR Custom Fiberglass Fire-Rated Sliding/Patio Steel Storm/Screen Vinyl Wood INTERIOR Accordion Bifold Closet Custom French Hardboard Louvered Mirrored ...

Garage Doors & Openers.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Fiberglass Doors Garage Door Openers Hardboard Doors Insulated Doors Light Inserts Metal Doors Vinyl Doors Wood Doors Other Garage Doors Fiberglass Doors Deflect-O-Corp. 800-428-4328 General...

Hardware.
April 1, 2001... FINISH Cabinet Hardware Commercial-Grade Hardware Deadbolts Door Hardware Garage Door Hardware Hinges Locksets Window Hardware Other Finish Hardware ROUGH Bits Blades Fasteners ...

Windows & Glass.
April 1, 2001... GLASS Decorative Glass Glass Block Impact-Resistant Glass Shading Systems Other Glass STYLE Awning Bay/Bow/Greenhouse Casement Cellar/Basement Circle Top Custom Double-Hung ...

Electrical & Lighting.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Lighting Controls, Central Lighting Controls, Dimmers Lighting, Exterior Lighting, Interior Lighting, Period Load Centers Outlets/Switches/Receptacles Switch Plates/Covers Wire Management Systems Other...

Home Technology.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Carbon Monoxide Detectors Fiber Optics Fire/Smoke Detectors Fire Sprinkler Systems Home Automation Systems Home Entertainment Home Network, Wired Home Network, Wireless Intercoms Security Systems ...

HVAC.
April 1, 2001... Air Cleaners Air Conditioners Baseboard Heaters Boilers Dehumidifiers Energy Management Systems/Zone Control Fans Floor-Warming Systems Furnaces Grilles/Registers Heat Exchangers Heat Pumps,...

Insulation.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... TYPE Batts/Rolls Blown-In Board Foundation Housewrap Radiant Barriers Vapor/Air Infiltration Barriers Water Heater/Pipe Weather Stripping Other Insulation Type MATERIAL Cellulose ...

Roofing.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Asphalt Roll Asphalt Shingles Built-Up Cedar Coatings Fiber Cement Fiberglass Shingles Flashing Gable Vents Ice and Water Barriers Metal Systems Modified Bitumen Ridge Vents ...

Siding & Accessories.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Aluminum Awnings Brick/Masonry Engineered Wood Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems (EIFS) Fiber Cement Gutter Guards Hardboard Manufactured Stone Rain Carrying Systems Shutters Siding...

Countertops.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Ceramic Tile Concrete Cultured Marble Laminate Marble, Granite, Slate, Stone Solid Surfacing Stainless Steel Wood Other Countertops Ceramic Tile American Marazzi Tile 972-226-0110 American...

Flooring.
April 1, 2001... Antique Wood Brick Pavers Carpet Ceramic Tile Concrete Granite Laminate Linoleum Marble Rubber Setting Material Slate/Other Stone Solid Surfacing Vinyl Sheet Vinyl Tile ...

Molding & Millwork.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Columns, Composite & Other Columns, Metal Columns, Wood Cornices Custom Millwork Door Surrounds Gingerbread Louvers Mantels Medallions Molding, Composite Molding, Flexible Molding,...

Paints, Caulks & Adhesives.
April 1, 2001... Adhesives Butyl Caulks/Sealants Cleaners/Strippers Finishes/Sealers Latex Caulks/Sealants Paint, Exterior Paint, Interior Paint Removers/Thinners Painting Tools Polyurethane Caulks/Sealants ...

Walls, Ceilings & Finishes.
April 1, 2001... Ceiling Tile, Acoustic Ceiling Tile, Metal Ceramic Tile Cultured Marble Drywall Fabric-Coated Panels Granite, Slate, Other Stone Mirrors Paneling, Board Paneling, Sheet Plaster Predecorated...

Appliances.
April 1, 2001... Cooktops Dishwashers Disposers Exhaust Vents/Range Hoods Hot Water Dispensers Microwave Ovens Ovens Ranges Refrigerators/Freezers Trash Compactors Washers/Dryers Water Filtration...

Cabinets For The 21st Century.
April 1, 2001... Versatile, Stylish, Durable and High-Quality, KCMA Member Products Offer Builders More As any builder knows, cabinets are one of the most important features of the kitchen. Beyond setting the look and feel of the space, they are often the...

New Concept from Merillat Offers Limitless Potential.
April 1, 2001... As the #1 manufacturer of cabinetry for new-home construction, Merillat is committed to helping you grow your business and meet your customers' needs. That commitment is reflected in the introduction of Organomics[TM]," a concept that is...

Cabinetry.(Illustration)
April 1, 2001... LINES Cabinet Accessories Custom Modular/Stock Semi-Custom TYPES Bathroom Cabinets Entertainment Centers Kitchen Cabinets Medicine Cabinets Other Room Cabinets Other Cabinets MATERIALS...

The Brand That Builders Know and Depend On For Quality Home Cabinetry.
April 1, 2001... WHY KRAFTMAID CABINETRY? Because today's homeowners want great kitchens. They want a home that is functional, breathtaking and personal, and they want it within a reasonable budget, which is where KraftMaid comes in. KraftMaid cabinetry...

Faucets & Fixtures.(Illustration)
April 1, 2001... Accessible Products Bath Accessories Bathtubs Faucets, Bar Faucets, Bath Faucets, Kitchen Fittings Hot Tubs/Spas Lavatories Saunas/Steam Rooms Shower Bases Shower Doors Shower Systems ...

Moen--The Builder's #1 Choice.
April 1, 2001... Moen, the #1 brand of faucets in North America, has been named BUILDER magazine's Brand Used Most and Brand Best at Communicating with Builders. That's because builders and homeowners alike recognize Moen's dedication to quality and innovative...

What makes Delta[R] Faucet a Brand Leader?(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... HOW DO THEY STAY SO FAR AHEAD OF THE PACK? Each year BUILDER magazine asks its readers what is really happening in the field in terms of brand use. This year, 6,250 readers were surveyed for the 2001 BUILDER Brand Use Study. The results...

Plumbing Supplies.
April 1, 2001... ABS Cast Iron Cement Copper CPVC Flexible Gas Pipe Plumbing Accessories Polybutylene Polyethylene Pipe/Fittings PVC Other Rough Plumbing ABS B & K Industries 800-782-2385 Charlotte...

Site & Landscaping.
April 1, 2001... Composite Decking Deck Accessories Drainage Systems Gazebos Lawn Sprinkler Systems Mailboxes Metal Fencing Paving Plastic Fencing Plastic Lumber Retaining Walls Signage Trim/Lattice ...

Fireplaces.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Chimney Systems Direct-Vent Doors Freestanding Gas-Fired Gas Logs Heat-Circulating Inserts Masonry Pellet-burning Stoves Vent-Free Wood-Burning Zero-Clearance Other Fireplaces...

Room Enclosures.(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... Conservatories Greenhouses Passive Solar Systems Porch Enclosures Storm/Screen Enclosures Sunrooms Swimming Pool Enclosures Other Room Enclosures Conservatories Amdega Machin Conservatories 800-922-DIIO...

BUILDER Readers Confirm Four Seasons is the Best.(Brief Article)(Polling Data)(Statistical Data Included)
April 1, 2001... The 2001 BUILDER Brand Use Study surveyed more than 2,200 BUILDER readers to discover which manufacturers provide quality products and regularly exceed builders' expectations. Once again, Four Seasons Sunrooms' history of quality, and its...

Specialty Products.(Illustration)
April 1, 2001... Accessible Products Acoustical Systems Basement Waterproofing Systems Bird Control Systems Built-In Ironing Boards Central Vacuum Systems Closet/Storage Systems Decorative Metalwork Elevators/Dumbwaiters ...

TUFF-N-DRI[R] Sweeps BUILDER Brand Use Study--#1 Across the Board.
April 1, 2001... TUFF-N-DRI[R] Basement Waterproofing System (TUFF-N-DRI) from Koch Waterproofing Solutions[R], Inc. was ranked #1 by readers of BUILDER magazine in all five areas of the 2001 BUILDER Brand Use Study. As your top choice in foundation...

Concrete & Masonry.
April 1, 2001... Concrete & Masonry Repair Products Concrete Block Systems Concrete Forms Decorative Concrete Foam Blocks Masonry Products Poured-Concrete Systems Pro-Cast Concrete Systems Other Concrete & Masonry ...

Engineered Lumber.
April 1, 2001... Engineered Trim Finger-Jointed Glue Laminated Beams I-Joists Laminated Strand Lumber Laminated Veneer Lumber Parallel Strand Lumber Trusses, Floor Trusses, Roof Other Engineered Lumber Engineered...

Framing & Other Structural Systems.
April 1, 2001... Alternative Building Materials Dimensional Lumber Log Homes Modular Homes Panelized Building Systems Steel Columns & Beams Steel Studs, Lightweight Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) Timber Frame Homes ...

Panels.
April 1, 2001... Hardboard Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) Oriented-Strand Board Oriented Waferboard Particleboard Plywood, Hardwood Plywood, Softwood Sheathing Strawboard Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) ...

Electric & Pneumatic Tools.
April 1, 2001... Accessories Auto-Feed Screwdrivers Circular Saws Circular Saws, Cordless Compound Miter Saws Drills/Drivers Drills/Drivers, Cordless Jig Saws Masonry Saws Miter Saws Planers Plate Joiners ...

Hand Tools.
April 1, 2001... Accessories Hammers Levels Levels, Laser Measuring Devices Planers Saws Screwdrivers Staplers Surveying Instruments Tile Cutting Tools Tool Boxes Tool Pouches/Aprons Wrenches ...

Jobsite Equipment.
April 1, 2001... HEAVY Forklifts Site Buildings/Trailers Trucks Vehicle Equipment/Accessories LIGHT Construction Lighting Dust Control Equipment Ladders Lifts Paint Spraying Equipment Portable Generators ...

ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY.(Directory)
April 1, 2001... A AACE Intl. Ph: 304-296-8444 800-858-COST Fax: 304-291-5728 www.aacei.org Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute Ph: 703-524-8800 Fax: 703-528-3816 www.ari.org Air Diffusion Council Ph:...

Doors & Windows.
April 1, 2001... Doors Garage Doors & Openers Hardware Windows & Glass Doors American Architectural Mfrs. Assn. 847-303-5664 B.C. Wood Specialties Group 604-583-8786 Hardwood Plywood & Veneer Assn. 703-435-2900 Insulated...

Electrical & Mechanical.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Electrical & Lighting Home Technology HVAC Electrical & Lighting American Lighting Assn. 800-605-4448 Home Technology Gas Appliance Mfts. Assn. 703-525-7060 Home Automation & Networking Assn. 202-712-9050 National Spa...

Exterior.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Insulation Roofing Siding & Accessories Insulation American Plastics Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance 800-523-6154 Assn. of the Wall & Ceiling Industries Intl. 703-534-8300 Cellulose Insulation Mfrs. Assn. 888-881-2462...

Finishes & Surfaces.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Countertops Flooring Molding & Millwork Paints, Caulks & Adhesives Walls, Ceilings & Finishes Countertops Composite Wood Council 301-670-1752 Hardwood Plywood & Veneer Assn. 703-435-2900 International Cast Polymer Assn....

Kitchen & Bath.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Appliances Cabinetry Faucets & Fixtures Plumbing Supplies Appliances Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute 703-524-8800 American Gas Assn. 703-841-8400 Assn. of Home Appliance Mfrs. 202-872-5955 Gas...

Site & Landscaping.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Brick Industry Assn. 703-620-0100 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 National Concrete Masonry Assn. 703-713-1900 Southern Pine Council 504-443-4464 Western Red Cedar Lumber Assn. 604-684-0266 Western Wood Products...

Specialties.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Fireplaces Room Enclosures Specialty Products Fireplaces Brick Industry Assn. 703-620-0100 Gas Appliance Mfrs. Assn. 703-525-7060 Gas Research Institute 773-399-8100 Hearth Products Assn. 703-522-0086 ...

Structural.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Concrete & Masonry Engineered Lumber Framing & Other Structural Systems Panels Concrete & Masonry Brick Industry Assn. 703-620-0100 EPS Molders Assn. 800-607-3772 Insulating Concrete Form Assn. 847-657-9730 ...

Tools & Equipment.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Electric & Pneumatic Tools Hand Tools Jobsite Equipment Electric & Pneumatic Tools American Hardware Mfrs. Assn. 847-605-1025 International Staple, Nail and Tool Assn. 708-482-8138 Metal Construction Assn....

Architecture/Design.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Institute of Building Design 800-366-2423 American Institute of Architects 202-626-7300 American Society of Interior Designers 202-546-3480 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Color Assn. of the U.S. 212-947-7774 ...

Builder.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Institute of Constructors 727-578-0317 American Plastics Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance 800-523-6154 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Canadian Home Builders' Assn. 613-230-3060 The Construction...

Building Systems.
April 1, 2001... American Plastics Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance 800-523-6154 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Canadian Home Builders' Assn. 613-230-3060 Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Assn. 800-524-7228 Copper...

Codes & Standards.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Air Diffusion Council 312-201-0101 American Architectural Mfrs. Assn. 847-303-5664 American Institute of Timber Construction 303-792-9559 American Lumber Standard Committee 301-972-1700 American Plastics Council Spray...

Commercial Construction.(construction associations listings)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Institute of Constructors 727-578-0317 American Plastics Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance 800-523-6154 American Subcontractors Assn. 703-684-3450 Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Assn. 800-524-7228 ...

Contractor.(consturction companies listing)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Institute of Constructors 727-578-0317 American Subcontractors Assn. 703-684-3450 Assn. of the Wall & Ceiling Industries Intl. 703-534-8300 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction...

Dealer.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Lighting Assn. 800-605-4448 Assn. of the Wall & Ceiling Industries Intl. 703-534-8300 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Eastern Building Material Dealers Assn. 610-565-6144 Hearth Products Assn. 703-522-0086 ...

Distributor.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Lighting Assn. 800-605-4448 Assn. of the Wall & Ceiling Industries Intl. 703-534-8300 Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Assn. 800-524-7228 Ceramic Tile Distributors Assn. 630-545-9415 Composite Wood Council...

Environment.(Illustration)
April 1, 2001... American Forest Foundation 202-463-2462 American Society for Testing & Materials 610-832-9500 American Solar Energy Society 303-443-3130 Assn. of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration 800-272-7012 California Redwood Assn....

Finance.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... AACE Intl. 800-858-COST Construction Financial Management Assn. 609-452-8000 National Assn. of Home Builders 202-822-0200 National Assn. of Real Estate Appraisers 320-763-7626 The National Assn. of Review Appraisers/Mortgage...

Hazardous Materials.(Illustration)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Assn. of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration 800-272-7012 The Environmental Information Assn. 301-961-4999 National Assn. of Demolition Contractors 800-541-2412 National Assn. of Home Builders 202-822-0200 National...

Health.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Assn. of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration 800-272-7012 National Assn. of Home Builders 202-822-0200 National Institute of Building Sciences 202-289-7800 Society for Marketing Professional Services 800-292-7677

Home Inspection.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Society of Home Inspectors 800-743-ASHI Home Inspection Institute of America 203-284-2311 The Housing Inspection Foundation 320-763-6350 National Assn. of Home Inspectors 800-448-3942 Society for Marketing Professional...

Housing.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Institute of Building Design 800-366-2423 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Canadian Home Builders' Assn. 613-230-3060 Ceramic Tile Institute of America 310-574-7800 Home Builders Institute 202-371-0600 ...

Manufactured Housing.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Architectural Mfrs. Assn. 847-303-5664 American Plastics Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance 800-523-6154 EPS Molders Assn. 800-607-3772 Manufactured Housing Institute 703-558-0400 National Assn. Of Home Builders...

Remodeler.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... American Institute of Constructors 727-578-0317 American Institute of Building Design 800-366-2423 American Plastics Council Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance 800-523-6154 California Redwood Assn. 888-225-7339 Canadian Home...

Restoration.(Brief Article)
April 1, 2001... Assn. of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration 800-272-7012 National Assn. of Demolition Contractors 800-541-2412 Sealant, Waterproofing & Restoration Institute 816-472-SWRI Society for Marketing Professional Services 800-292-7677...