Builder articles from March 2005

Builder archives from March 2005

Digital dreams: builders and homeowners may have different fantasies when it comes to digital homes, but they are quickly converging.(Editor's Notes)(Editorial)
March 1, 2005... I'VE BEEN HAVING THESE DREAMS LATELY WHERE I'M COOKing three-bean chili on a Saturday afternoon, listening to the latest Robert Randolph CD over speakers in the kitchen. Or we're on a safari in Africa, we've left the kids home with a sitter,...

Web wars.(B Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... I HAVE A FEW COMMENTS REGARDING Parallel Universe (January; page 406). The article stated: "The two groups have set their Web sites up as clearinghouses for new-home buyers, offering up industry news, tips for filing a claim against a builder,...

Guardian Development Co.: Integrity[R] windows a big benefit for this big builder.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... "We are not in the business of simply developing land and building homes," says Brett Malinski, Partner/Product Development, Guardian Development Company. "We create neighborhoods." Currently, Guardian Development Company is creating The...

Seal of approval.(B Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... WITH REGARD TO BUILDER'S ARTICLE "Off Limits" (January, page 194), I wanted to congratulate writer John Caulfield on a job well done. It was very well written and clearly conveyed the environment in which we developers find ourselves in today...

Lighten up.(B Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... I WAS INTRIGUED BY YOUR COVER STORY "Less Is More: The New Urban Challenge Homes" (January, page 208) and the 2,300-square-foot home. These were charming homes, and the article was of great interest--both for what it said and what it didn't....

Calendar.(Book It)(Calendar)
March 1, 2005... MARCH 7-10 Effective Construction Contract and Field Administration Course, The University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis. Offered by the school's Department of Engineering and Professional Development, this course benefits field...

Supreme power: the NAHB sides with homeowners in a property rights case before the U.S. Supreme Court.(Property Rights Law)
March 1, 2005... THE U.S. SUPREME COURT IS REVIEWING AN important Fifth Amendment property rights case this spring that may help clarify what constitutes a public use under a municipal government's eminent domain powers. At issue is a case in New London,...

Hot or not?(House blend: trends, tips, cool stuff)
March 1, 2005... A recent report by Standard and Poor's Ratings Services introduces a new tool for predicting where home prices are headed. In its report "Boom, Bubble, or Bust?" the rating agency uses its Housing Volatility Index to calculate the volatility of...

FHA aims higher.(House blend: trends, tips, cool stuff)(Federal Housing Administration)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... HUD just announced that it has raised the mortgage limits that can be insured by the FHA. Buyers in areas where homes are less expensive can borrow $172,632 (up from $160,176), while those in higher-priced areas can get insurance on $312,895...

Southern strategy.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Two of the nation's largest public builders have grown through Southern acquisitions. NVR announced its purchase of Columbia, S.C.-based Rymarc Homes in January. The builder closed 231 homes in 2004. Meanwhile, Meritage Homes continued its...

No fees.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... A new study from the HBA of Maryland says that new houses generate far more tax revenue than the cost of the services they require. The trade group says the study proves that impact fees are unnecessary and that antigrowth advocates exaggerate...

Concrete sensor.(House blend: trends, tips, cool stuff)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Nathaniel Hager III, a professor at Elizabethtown College, in the city of the same name in Pennsylvania, has developed a sensor that can be embedded in concrete as it's being poured to test how quickly and efficiently the concrete cures. Hager...

Lumber decision.(House blend: trends, tips, cool stuff)(lumber imports)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... The World Trade Organization (WTO) set up a panel in January to decide whether the United States has complied with the WTO's efforts to have the United States reduce its tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber imports. The United States says it...

Equity disaster? A new report warns of potential economic disaster for millions in the United States, as home equity falls to its lowest level in 30 years.
March 1, 2005... DESPITE THE BEST EFFORTS OF WALL STREET, most American household wealth still lies in the appraised value of their homes. But a new report titled "A House of Cards" suggests that the bedrock of family wealth has begun to crumble. The...

Houston, we have a problem: HUD freezes $48 million in Houston's housing funds.(United States. Department of Housing and Urban Development)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... IN AN ACTION DESCRIBED AS "EXTRAORDINARY" BY A spokesperson for HUD, the agency has frozen $48 million in grant funding to Houston's Department of Housing and Community Development. The city has failed to rectify long-term deficiencies in its...

Hospital donation.(Good Deeds)
March 1, 2005... A Chicago-area builder/architect recently donated $100,000 to his local Children's Memorial Hospital. The donation was made by Mike Klein, president and CEO of Lincolnwood, Ill.-based Airoom Architects and Builders. The funds will be used to...

Tools for success.(Good Deeds)(North Florida Builders Inc.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Residents at a home for troubled teens recently received some tools from North Florida Builders, a Woodside company, to help them get back on track. The custom home builder in Jacksonville, Fla., donated two pairs of leather work gloves, a...

Founder fired: Habitat for Humanity terminates founder Millard Fuller over sexual misconduct flap.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... IN A STUNNING MOVE THAT SHOCKED AND SADdened the housing world, Habitat for Humanity International founder Millard Fuller and his wife Linda were fired from the ministry they founded 28 years ago. The decision was announced by Habitat's...

Clear solution: jobsite manufacturer launches Web-based tool to make van storage easier.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... IN AN EFFORT TO MAKE LIFE EASIER FOR ITS dealers and customers, Knaack Manufacturing--a maker of jobsite storage and truck and van equipment--has launched a Web-based design tool called Vehicle Solutions for people outfitting their work vans...

The reformer.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has pledged to "seek to reform onerous regulatory and planning laws to promote home building" in his proposed budget. The administration may propose changes to the 1970 California Environmental Quality Act,...

Target shooting.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... At a recent event marking the completion of the 2,000th manufactured home produced by Karsten Homes' Albuquerque plant, New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson announced goals for affordable housing in the state. He plans to introduce legislation this...

Restricting renters: Phoenix-area lawsuit boosts trend toward locking out investors.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... A TREND TOWARD RESTRICTing home buyers from renting out their property in the Phoenix market appears to have gained some traction with a favorable court ruling. On Jan. 3, a Maricopa County judge ruled that a rental restriction imposed on...

Tipping the scales: how can you be sure your houses are the right scale? Two professors are working on it.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... HERE'S THE SCENARIO: You DESIGN A HANDful of houses to be built on an urban infill lot and you think the scale is appropriate for the other houses nearby But are you really sure? This is the question a couple of professors are seeking to...

The rail deal: an old neighborhood gives way to a large, mixed-use development next to a subway station outside Washington.
March 1, 2005... WHEN TRANSIT PLANNERS DESIGNed Washington's subway system, called Metro, almost 40 years ago, they envisioned a system that would spur development around its stations. In many areas in Maryland and Northern Virginia, that's happened. ...

Nowhere to turn: regardless of location, rent is unaffordable for lowest paid workers.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... The real estate boom continues to have an impact on workers at the lowest end of the pay scale. According to the most recent data from the National Low Income Housing Coalition, a person working full-time at a minimum-wage job can't afford to...

Builder indicted: state files first criminal charges in Poconos fraud case; three civil cases still pending.(Inside Story)
March 1, 2005... THE STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE in Pennsylvania last January filed the first criminal indictments against a home builder in the Poconos real estate fraud case. Allegations of builder fraud were widely published in the local press...

Power play.(Top shelf: the latest and greatest building products)
March 1, 2005... THE MANUFACTURER CONTINUES ITS ENTREE INTO THE PNEUMATIC-TOOL CATEGORY with a new line of seven pneumatic fasteners that includes finish, framing, and roofing products. All tools feature lightweight magnesium housings; tool-free, depth-of-drive...

True brew.(Top shelf: the latest and greatest building products)
March 1, 2005... THE MANUFACTURER SAYS THE BREW EXpress is the first built-in-the-wall coffeemaker that is truly plumbed. Installed easily in the stud cavity, the unit saves counter space. Coffee brews in a stainless steel carafe that can maintain temperature...

Go low.(Top shelf: the latest and greatest building products)
March 1, 2005... AS THE GREENING OF building products continues apace, one of the most recent entries is this line of caulk and adhesives that has low amounts of the volatile organic compounds that can harm people with chemical sensitivities. The line includes...

Finish line.(Top shelf: the latest and greatest building products)
March 1, 2005... IN THE PAST, USING STAINED CEDAR SHINGLES ENTAILED A TWO-STEP PROCESS: FIRST, YOU installed the siding; then, you stained it on the house--or you stained it, then installed it. Not anymore. The manufacturer's pre-stained siding panels offer a...

Picture this.(Top shelf: the latest and greatest building products)
March 1, 2005... IT USED TO BE THAT PICTURE WINDOWS OFFERED DRAMATIC VIEWS of the outdoors but little opportunity to let in fresh air. The manufacturer's new venting picture window changes all that. Available in sizes up to 6 feet by 6 feet, the window projects...

Locked up.(Top shelf: the latest and greatest building products)
March 1, 2005... THE PARLIAMENT MORTISE LOCK features solid-brass construction, a pickproof triple-locking mechanism, a 1-inch hardened steel deadbolt, and a reinforced strike. It comes in PVD (physical vapor deposition) brass, satin nickel, oil-rubbed bronze,...

Prepare for peace: an expert on arbitration suggests that the trend toward settling disputes out of court is good for builders, but you need to lay the groundwork on paper.
March 1, 2005... ARBITRATION AND OTHER ALTERNAtive dispute resolution (ADR) techniques are the methods that more and more residential builders, re-modelers, homeowners, and subcontractors are using to resolve disputes between and among themselves. They...

For-sale facelifts: more apartments are being converted into condos, addressing land and affordability issues.
March 1, 2005... LAST YEAR CONFIRMED THE CONDO craze. Existing condo and co-op sales set their ninth annual sales record, according to the National Association of Realtors. Condo price appreciation outpaced single-family homes, and the median price for an...

Gourmet touch.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... GOURMET TOUCH: This wall-mount kitchen faucet is designed to impart a gourmet look to the room. Made from lead-free brass, the faucet features ceramic-disc cartridges, a double-jointed swing spout for flexibility, and hot and cold porcelain...

Match maker.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... MATCH MAKER: Wall-mount faucets such as the Avalon are a perfect match for above-counter vessel sinks. The modern-looking product is made from cast brass, features ceramic-disc valves, and is available with a 7- or 9-inch spout. It comes in...

Trendsetters: want to know what's hot and what's not? Read on.
March 1, 2005... KEEPING UP WITH WHAT BUYERS want is like trying to hit a moving target: You may score every now and then, but you'll probably miss more than you'll hit--unless you're really good, of course. We here at BUILDER found out from our sources in...

Doorways.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... DOORWAYS: The Profile French door bottom-mount refrigerator allows easy access to the fresh-food compartment. It has spill-saver glass shelves, a shelf that slides out of the way to make room for tall items, and variable-humidity crispers. The...

Cold storage.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... COLD STORAGE: This three-door, bottom-mount, 24.8-cubic-foot refrigerator features moisture control that keeps the cabinet exterior free of condensation. It also has a retractable water/ice filter and an electronic dual cooling system with...

Dual force.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... DUAL FORCE: The Rockton dual flush toilet conserves water without sacrificing performance, its manufacturer says. The company's Dual Force technology offers a choice between two water levels for every flush: 1.6 or 0.8 gallons. The flapperless...

New wave.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... NEW WAVE: NEOREST is perhaps the most advanced toilet ever introduced. The tankless unit sports a low silhouette, a "washier" warm-water cleansing unit, and an oscillating spray massage. It also features a heated seat, an automatic catalytic...

Drawing closer.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... DRAWING CLOSER; In recent years, the manufacturer has introduced a dishwasher in a sink, and a dishwasher-in-a-drawer. Its latest effort is a double-drawer refrigerator that can be used in home lifestyle areas such as exercise rooms or...

Slim fast.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... SLIM FAST: This 18-inch dishwasher is suitable for those with limited kitchen space or who simply want to add dishwashing capacity. Among the quietest on the market at 44 decibels, the unit features a sensor-touch control panel that...

Shower me.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... SHOWER ME: The maker's Summer Rain shower series now includes an optional Ambient Air Body Dry System that provides complete head-to-toe, towel-free drying. Designed as a center shower column, the system uses 12 air jets that deliver warm air...

Hot 'n' steamy.(Products: products and tools every builder should know about)
March 1, 2005... HOT 'N' STEAMY: To help buyers turn an ordinary bath into a luxury spa, the manufacturer offers the MrSteam Butler package, which includes a steam bath and a towel warmer. The sauna includes programmable dual time and temperature controls,...

In control: software giant Microsoft introduces the entertainment and home control features of its new Media Center Edition PC.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)
March 1, 2005... IN JANUARY, AT THE INTERNATIONAL Builders' Show, home builders got a first glimpse of how Microsoft's new platform for home entertainment and home control, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005, could very well become a strong force in the home...

Pivotal venture.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)(New Home Technologies )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Software maker Pivotal Corp. has formed a joint venture with New Home Technologies to market software products and services to home builders. Pivotal is best known for its customer relationship management software that helps builders manage...

360-degree turn.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)(Builder 360 software)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... HomeSphere's BuildSoft Enterprise, a back-office construction management and accounting package for mid-sized home builders, now goes to market as Builder 360. The new product is the result of HomeSphere's collaboration with the Technology...

Safe & sound.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)(RFID equipment)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... At the International Builders' Show in January, Bosch Digital Power Tools announced its four-part Safe & Sound program. First, about 70 tools in the Bosch tool line can now be purchased on special order with Radio Frequency Identification...

Home-tech stampede: distributor seeks to set up home builders as authorized technology dealers.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)(Stampede Presentation Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... BUILDER AV, A NEW MARKETING PROGRAM from Stampede Presentation Products of Buffalo, N.Y., is an aggressive attempt to develop home builders as a channel for selling consumer electronics products. Stampede launched its program at the...

New name.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)
March 1, 2005... Constellation Software is now going to market in the home building industry as Constellation HomeBuilder Systems. The company's software lines now include back-office software FAST and NewStar and sales software Computers for Tracts, which the...

Z-Wave aligns: home-control companies form alliance around Z-Wave wireless technology.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)
March 1, 2005... SOME OF THE LEADING COMPANIES IN THE home-control industry created an alliance earlier this year to market Z-Wave wireless technology developed by Zensys. Z-Wave is a two-way wireless technology that lets homeowners monitor and manage...

Interactive options: new software offers a Web-based system for tracking all home buyer information.(Tech tools: technology for the smart building business)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... NOW, 02 INTERACTIVE IS OFFERING SMALL builders a Web-based system that handles sales, warranty management, and options selections all in one software package. The software, OnSite Customer Relationship Management, integrates with Intuit's...

Backing AHPs.(NAHB Briefs)(association health plans)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... In February, association health plan (AHP) legislation was introduced by Reps. John Boehner (R-Ohio), Sam Johnson (R-Texas), Nydia Velazquez (D-N.Y.), and Albert Wynn (D-Md.). This new bill, H.R. 525, would help alleviate the rising number of...

Members only: the NAHB's 20 Clubs give members invaluable networking and educational opportunities that can help them grow their businesses.(From The President)(National Association of Home Builders)(Column)
March 1, 2005... WHEN I WAS SWORN IN AS PRESIDENT, I pledged that the NAHB would focus this year on doing what it does best--and do it better than ever before. We want to be our members' best business partner and an ally who provides valuable services that give...

Balancing act: builders may see a better balance in materials markets.(Seiders Economy)
March 1, 2005... HOME SALES AND SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING starts hit new records in 2004, and NAHB surveys suggest that buoyant demand for homes carried over into 2005. In this environment, problems reported most often by builders relate to the supply side of the...

Record high.(NAHB Briefs)(National Association of Home Builders )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Sales of new single-family homes for 2004 topped one million and set a new annual sales record for the fourth consecutive year, according to U.S. Commerce Department figures released in January. "Sales were up nearly 9 percent for the...

Easy access: the NAHB wants to increase accessibility in design and construction.(National Association of Home Builders)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... IN JANUARY AT THE 2005 International Builders' Show, the NAHB Research Center released the 15th edition of the Directory of Accessible Building Products. The Research Center publishes the directory with the hope of increasing accessible...

Helpful guide.(National Association of Home Builders )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... The NAHB has developed guidelines to help home builders incorporate environmental practices into every phase of home building. The "Model Green Home Building Guidelines," first revealed at January's International Builders' Show, encourage...

Hot sellers: sold out! Fast-moving communities.
March 1, 2005... Nature Lovers Welcome Summit at Sycamore Creek, Corona, Calif, WHY IT WORKED: Mother Nature might just be the biggest factor in this project's success. One-third of the master planned community's 717 acres has been set aside for open...

Inspired neighbors: architecturally rich Alameda, Calif., lends charm and character to Bayport Alameda, a new community that's going up on a former naval base.
March 1, 2005... IT'S NOT UNUSUAL FOR ARCHITECTS to tour vintage neighborhoods to get inspiration for a new project. More often than not, though, these hunting expeditions take place many miles--even time zones--away from where the proposed development is...

Tailor-made marketing: the Nationals 2005: innovation and creativity help builders zero in on specific audiences.(new-home sales and marketing )
March 1, 2005... IF THE ENTRIES IN THE 24TH ANNUAL COMPETITION of The Nationals are any indication, new-home sales and marketing efforts have never been more innovative, competitive, and exciting. Ten judges from various segments of the industry critiqued...

Gold winners not pictured.
March 1, 2005... Rookie Sales Person of the Year (tie) Jennifer Danko, The Ryness Co., Newport Beach, Calif. Emilio Epelman, The Marketing Directors, New York Sales Person of the Year Janet Shaffer, First Home Builders of Florida, Ft. Myers,...

Cut your losses: Part 2: peering through the shell: our exclusive Builder research demonstrates that when it comes to energy use, new homes almost always outperform old ones. But don't be complacent--it's time to take the next leap forward.(Special report: green building update)
March 1, 2005... THERE'S SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL ABOUT INfrared photography That's especially true of infrared photos of older homes. From a heat-sensing perspective, the energy escaping from a 30-year-old home makes it light up like a cluster of stars in a dark...

Upward mobility.
March 1, 2005... New resorts are filling in the Las Vegas Strip, creating thousands of new jobs, drawing an international, high-rolling clientele, and spurring a population explosion. In the land-limited Las Vegas Valley, where will all the new people go? The...

What's new on Builder Online: keeping in touch.(Missing Links)
March 1, 2005... ONE OF OUR GOALS FOR 2005 IS TO INcrease the interactivity of BUILDER Online and our other Hanley Wood magazine Web sites. We want to make the BUILDER Online audience a community--one that can participate in the editorial direction of the site...

Private office with built-ins.(Builder plans: featuring new plans from the nation's leading designers)
March 1, 2005... The stone facade lends a stately appearance to this European cottage. The living room boasts a fire-place, French-door access to a rear patio, and built-in bookshelves. The first-floor master suite is outfitted with an extensive private bath. A...

Closet systems.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Average home size in the United States has grown dramatically in the past 30 years, which means, among other things, that homeowners are likely to have more storage space than ever--as well as more stuff to fill it up quickly. But if storage...

Meridian Park, Indianapolis.(Walk Through)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... INDIANAPOLIS HAS BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH CARS SINCE THE early years of the 20th century, not only for its well-known Indy 500, but because of the automobile manufacturers based there. Indiana produced almost as many cars as Michigan in those days,...

Selection simplified: Builder's Special House Plan issue is one place where you can find what you need, when you need it.
March 15, 2005... Builders face thousands of choices when building a home, as anyone who ever walked the miles of booths at the International Builders' Show can attest. Every step of the way, from tools and products to systems and technology, builders face a...

Plugged in: with this new option, adding home automation to a home plan is as easy as flipping a switch.
March 15, 2005... Read any trends survey or ask almost any potential client about the amenities they want for their new homes and there's one that consumers consistently demand: new technology capability. Most consumers don't know all that home automation can...

Turn up the heat: your customers may not what lies behind their thermostat. Help them get a handle on their heating options.(forced-air systems)
March 15, 2005... A warm home makes for happy customers. But choosing the best heating system--or combination of systems-can be a challenge. As you help your clients plan their new home, the decision as to which heating system to use will be easier if they...

Counter culture: they're for more than just food preparation these days. Help your clients get a handle on their kitchen counter options.
March 15, 2005... The kitchen is the hub of most new homes, and no surface has to be as hard-working as the kitchen counter or island. Families eat their meals there and kids work on homework projects, in addition to the usual chopping and food prep. But despite...

Designer profiles: take a look at some of Builder's top-notch designers.(Industry Overview)
March 15, 2005... Home Design Services, Inc. Home Design Services, established by CEO Jim Zirkel in 1971, is a full-service architectural firm, located in Orlando and Jacksonville, serving Florida coast to coast. Luxury. homes to production housing is his...

Featured designers.
March 15, 2005... This special issue of BUILDER features more than 1,000 plans from the following designers: Ahmann Design, Inc. Hiawatha, IA Alan Mascord Design Associates, Inc. Portland, OR Andy McDonald Design Group Madisonville,...

Feature home plans.
March 15, 2005... Plan: HWM1001021 First Floor: 4,351 sq. ft. Second Floor: 1,200 sq. ft. Total: 5,551 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5 1/2 Dimensions: 90'-1" X 114'-3" Foundation: Slab PLAN # HWM1001021 1-SET N/A ...

Zone frame it with TimberStrand[R] LSL.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT)
March 15, 2005... Framers and builders don't have the time to be frustrated with culling twisted solid sawn lumber for structural framing. The solution to this problem is a high-quality engineered product called TimberStrand[R] laminated strand lumber (LSL) from...

Beam Central Vacuum Systems.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... The Beam Serenity[R] Plus Central Vacuum System and Beam Advocate[TM] Power Team provide cleaner, healthier living. Built in. The Beam Serenity Plus is the only central vacuum clinically proven to relieve allergies. Recent independent...

Crystal Classics collection is timeless & traditional.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... For homeowners wanting to make a grand first impression, the ODL Crystal Classics Doorglass Collection offers timeless beauty and adds curb appeal. The collection is comprised of two unique sophisticated doorglass families featuring designs...

Carrier's new Infinity[TM] System.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... Carrier introduces another industry first--a system so revolutionary it raises the bar to new heights, delivering unprecedented comfort, ease of use, and peace of mind. Carrier's new Infinity[TM] System lets homeowners control temperature,...

TYPAR[R] HouseWrap.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... For commercial and residential construction, Typar HouseWrap keeps air and secondary water out, while the microporous construction allows moisture vapor to escape the wall cavity. Typar's water holdout performance takes the industry to a...

Reward Wall Systems.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... Superior energy efficiency, air quality, fire and storm protection, sound attenuation, and controlled temperatures are easy with iForm[TM] by Reward Wall Systems, the ICF industry's most innovative flat wall form. Reward not only provides...

MAR-FLEX[R] 5000[TM] & MAR-FLEX 5000 Water Based.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... MAR-FLEX[R] 5000[TM] and MAR-FLEX 5000 Water Based are part of a complete suite of products that make it possible for building pros to transform any basement into an Active Living Level[SM] while maximizing profit for building and design...

FrameSaver[R] wood door frames eliminate callbacks.(HOT NEW PRODUCTS)
March 15, 2005... Available for entry, and patio doors, FrameSaver[R] produces the only wood door flame on the market. FrameSaver eliminates "callbacks" and is backed by a guaranteed warranty. FrameSaver[R] features an engineered wood composite material made...