Building Products articles from September 2005

Building Products archives from September 2005

Mark your calendar.(Calendar)
September 1, 2005... OCT. 12-15 REMODELING SHOW Baltimore. For information call 800-681-6970, or visit www.theremodelingshow.com. OCT. 26-28 EXCELLENCE IN BUILDING CONFERENCE Colorado Springs, Colo. For information call 952-881-1098, or visit...

Growth industry.(Editor's Perspective)
September 1, 2005... BUILDING PRODUCTS is growing up, and like the nervous mother of a teenage boy about to drive alone for the first time, I enter this period with mixed emotions. At 15, BUILDING PRODUCTS is almost full-grown. It has survived the early days...

Focal Point.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The flush-mounted Isabel dome medallion is an inexpensive and easy way to decorate ceilings, the firm claims. The dome comes with a 4-inch center hole that may be covered with rosettes or used as a light fixture. Made of high-density...

Heat & Glo.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Aqueon, with a "sculpture-esque design," is the first gas fireplace that does not produce carbon monoxide and nitrous oxide pollutants because it runs on water and electricity, the maker says. The fireplace operates on the hydrogen it...

Baldwin Hardware.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Baldwin PVD polished nickel finish is the newest addition to the firm's Lifetime Finish Palette. With its PVD coating process, the company guarantees its hardware for 100 years. A variety of products, including hinges, house numbers,...

DuPont Corian.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Six colors have been added to the Corian solid-surfacing collection, raising the number of options to more than 110. The opaque surface and random color particles give an elegant appearance to the non-porous, seamless surfacing, the firm says....

Bosch.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Evolution dishwasher includes a visible control panel while the Integra model features hidden controls. Each is offered in the 300, 500, and 800 series in black, white, stainless steel, and biscuit finishes. The maker claims the appliances...

Empire Level.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... True Blue series e70 levels, featuring the True Blue vial and unique viewing system that enhances visibility, offer dual compound grips for ergonomic comfort and better one-handed stabilization, the company says. The E-Shock System dual-density...

Armstrong.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Nature's Gallery Exotic S-inch laminate planks with their high-gloss, hand-scraped surface mimic the appearance of luxury woods at a more affordable price, the firm says. The micro-beveled-edged frame planks are offered in five natural wood...

CentraLite Systems.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The LiteJet lighting control system includes an LCD touchpanel to control more than 500 dimming levels and 12 timed-event options, among other features. Blending digital dimming and whole-room lighting with the dependability of a hard-wire...

Blanco America.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Blancoprecision series sink, made with premium-quality 18-gauge, 304 series stainless steel, features zero-radius seams and a satin polish finish. Extra bowl depth, along with rear drain placement, sound-deadening insulation, and drain...

Valeron strength films.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... WeatherTrek housewrap's 3-D surface allows for water and moisture flow. Blending the advantages of a rainscreen with a water-resistant barrier, the housewrap repels mold and frame rot, the manufacturer says. Offered in a standard 60-inch width,...

Fantech.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... This compact fluorescent vent light for the bathroom installs quickly between mounted studs and attached hanger bars, the company says. The VLCF4 light assembly, with a 5 1/2-inch-square housing base, uses a 14-watt fluorescent bulb. The unit...

Tarkett.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Easy Living and Fresh Start collections are the newest additions to the FiberFloor resilient flooring line. The Easy Living collection, developed specifically for the remodeling market, comes in nine patterns and 16 colors. The Fresh Start...

Truth hardware.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The 2-Point Mortise Locks multi-point hardware for sliding patio doors offers added security and performance over single-point locking hardware, the maker says. An anti-slam feature ensures that the lock hooks will not be damaged if the door is...

Ann Sacks.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Based on couture designer Angela Adams' drawings, this line of floor and wall tiles offers sophisticated textures and shapes. Expressive forms are made by either raising or cutting in relief; other patterns are hand-drawn with a glaze filling....

Johnson Level & tool.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Fuller Tool Wavex hammers feature anti-vibration technology and an integrally molded ergonomic grip to protect users against repetitive stress injuries and fatigue, the maker says. The Wavex line includes 16- and 20-ounce claw hammers, 22- and...

Cobble Systems.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Cobble Systems individually cast cobblestones in a nylon backing create a "carpet of stone," the company says. The product can be used for driveways, walls, wine cellars, patios, or floors. Offered in rustic red, terracotta, and sand, the mold...

Price Pfister.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Offered as either a 4-inch traditional center-set with a deckplate or a mini-wide-spread faucet, the Marielle 46 series lavatory faucet features a high-arc spout and two conical handles. The faucet's ceramic-disc valving and solid-brass design...

Newport brass.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... 2030 series faucets recall the Art Deco sophistication of 1920s and 1930s America. The company offers a complete faucets lighting, trim, tub and shower fittings, bidet sets, and various accessories to coordinate with the 2030 series faucets....

Yale residential security products.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Design Elements collection is constructed from solid brass and features three entry handlesets, two knobs, four levers, and three deadbolts in a variety of coordinating styles and three finishes. The Yale Quick Install feature allows...

Panasonic.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Because its motor functions at an energy efficiency 30 percent to 70 percent higher than other models and surpasses Energy Star requirements by 75 percent to 400 percent, the maker claims its WhisperGreen ventilation fan is exceptionally...

Ondine.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Embellished with Swarovski crystal, the Krystal electronic-light shower's rotating colors--blue, green, white, and yellow--generate therapeutic benefits, the company claims. Available for a limited time, the showerhead is a more decorative...

BHK of America.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Moderna Toleda flooring collection, recently expanded by the addition of two naturally patterned color options, features a 100 percent cork surface layer. This cork flooring is UV-acrylic finished and offered in a 10.5-mm size. A glueless...

Medeco.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Part of the Residential Maxum line, the Captive Thumbturn deadbolt features a removable thumbturn key that converts the deadbolt from a single cylinder to a double cylinder and back again. Leaving the thumbturn key in the lock allows the...

Sonoma cast stone.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Nucrete precast stainless concrete surface has been upgraded to a higher production value than the maker's standard concrete mix, the firm says. Products made with Nucrete, including kitchen, bath, and structural surround items, will maintain a...

Franklin International.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... With a bond strength of 220 psi, VOC-compliant Titebond 821 Premium urethane wood flooring adhesive offers a strong bond and a powerful initial grab. The adhesive instantly grips solid wood flooring planks and holds them in place for easier and...

OSI sealants.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Boasting more than 150 colors, the Pro-Series Quad low-VOC siding sealant line has the most options in the industry, the manufacturer asserts, making it easy to match a variety of sidings. It can be used for concrete, masonry, aluminum,...

Royal Crown.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The company's 100 percent vinyl prime-coated columns come in a variety of designs and decorative options. The columns come in 7-inch and 8-inch diameters, in 8-foot, 10-foot, and 12-foot heights, and in fluted and non-fluted styles. Because the...

Russound.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Modifiable installation properties and consistent sound design make the Contractor series loudspeakers ideal for new homes, the maker says. The series includes seven in-wall and in-ceiling models, all with revolving tweeters and matching cone...

Napoleon Fireplaces.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Madison GDSONT-M frameless fireplace construction allows for full viewing of the log set and ember bed, the maker claims. It is complemented by features such as a safety pull screen and a heat-circulating blower. The direct-vent gas unit is...

Designer Doors.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... This maker of handcrafted custom and standard wood garage and walk-through doors has added 16 new patterns of glass options to its standard line. Additional options include V-grooved, beveled, leaded, and etched glass. 800241-0525....

Daltile.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Four new products include Villa Valleta and Castle de Verre glazed porcelain floor and wall tile, Alta Vista porcelain floor tile, and Navelli glazed floor and wall tile. Tiles come in slate, marble, and natural stone patterns in a wide...

Vixen Hill cedar products.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... These reinforced fiberglass hurricane panels can withstand the significant pressure variances associated with severe weather, the manufacturer claims, and are easily attached to any of the maker's shutter designs. Offered in more than 18...

CertainTeed.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Unlike other slate-style asphalt shingles that bleed into neighboring sections, Centennial Slate mimics true slate because each tab has distinct color, the firm claims. Four layers of protection emerge from the two full-size 18-inch-by-36-inch...

Hoesch.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Made from sleek, non-porous UltraAcryl, the Foster freestanding bath repels bacteria and dirt, the company claims. The Foster series offers wall-fitting and drop-in models that include a self-supporting, modifiable leg system, as well as a...

W.A.C. lighting.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Used as monopoints, lighting for rail systems, or as multiple lighting systems, these line voltage glass pendants have exceptional design flexibility, the firm says. The lighting fixtures include a dome-shaped shade made of transparent glass...

Ridgid.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The model R848 18-volt cordless hand planer's unique blade technology results in smoother and faster planing, the firm says. The blades run at 11,000 rpm. According to the maker, the planer's 0- to 1/16-inch depth adjustment with micro-settings...

Henkel.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Latex-based, VOC-compliant Loctite Exterior Power Grab construction adhesive offers several advantages, according to the maker, including a high initial tack and no flashing-off requirement. For use on interior and exterior surfaces such as...

MTI Whirlpools.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The Jentle Jet laundry sink has three micro jets that circulate water with action adjustable from gentle to vigorous. This design, according to the maker, gives the consumer complete cleaning control. The sink features silent air volume...

U-line.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... The first of its kind, Wine Captain drawers provide flexible and convenient storage options within a size compatible with typical standard cabinets, the company claims. Sporting either black glass or stainless steel, the drawers include a...

GAF.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... With a large, 17-inch-by 34 1/2-inch design, Camelot Premium Designer shingles are easy to install, the company claims. The shingles are treated with the Algae-Eater coating, which prevents blue-green discoloration, says the firm. The product...

Zephyr ventilation.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Designer David Lewis blended bold design and simple functionality for the ventilation hoods in the Elica collection. The kitchen hoods are available in 13 models, including the Wall Carpet design that displays a piece of metal crafted to mimic...

Domco.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... As part of the Eloquence resilient flooring line, Newbrook, which mimics soft slate, is available in six colors--all with a 9-inch-square design. The product's felt backing makes the surface board even stronger and its no-wax finish prevents...

Kohler.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Kohler. The Undertone stainless steel kitchen sink collection has expanded with the introduction of D-bowl shapes, triple-basin options, and reverse configurations. Now with more than 50 designs, these sinks utilize limited kitchen space to its...

Fypon.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Fypon. These round fiberglass-reinforced polymer structural columns come in non-tapered, tapered, and fluted styles in dozens of sizes, ranging in height from 6 to 24 feet tall. They feature hollow centers that can be used as channels for...

Elk.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Elk. Cool Color series colored asphalt shingles are the first of their kind to meet Energy Star requirements; in the past, asphalt shingles that met reflectivity requirements were only available in white, explains the firm. Earth-toned shingles...

Jeld-wen.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Jeld-Wen. A new option for the Aurora door line, the IWP Insignia composite pre-hung door system is a complete construction package. Made from a single-pour cast, the system is impermeable to water and resistant to rotting and swelling, the...

Timberlake.(Fall Favorites: Sample some of these products for your new and remodeled homes.)
September 1, 2005... Timberlake. Characterized by decorative nine-piece styles, Durango and Montana collection doors are the latest additions to Portfolio Select cabinetry. Durango features a raised solid panel with molding detail while Montana features a recessed...

Luxury laundries: washers and dryers step into the limelight.(Trends)
September 1, 2005... Home buyers are realizing that laundry rooms should be located where the laundry originates, not buried in a dark basement. In response, builders and architects are elevating the room's status by locating it near the kitchen, family room, or...

Tax incentives offered for energy-saving products.(In the News)
September 1, 2005... The national energy bill, signed by President Bush in August, provides energy conservation incentives for consumers and builders. These include tax credits for buying hybrid cars and energy-efficient improvements to homes, such as these: *...

Contractors say copper is a problem.(In the News)
September 1, 2005... A coalition of specialty contractors is alleging that the chloramine compounds California uses to treat its water are causing pinhole leaks to develop in copper pipes. The group is calling on the state to allow builders to use plastic pipe...

Armed & dangerous: improper tool use can cause serious injuries and even death. Implement these steps to help keep your jobsites accident-free.
September 1, 2005... You've heard the horror stories related to tool accidents on the jobsite: A Lancaster, Calif., construction worker slipped and fell on a nail gun, which shot six nails into his face, neck, and skull. A self-employed Truckee, Calif.,...

Technology rules: engineering improvements lead to toilets that are better-performing and save water, too.(REVIEW: Bath Products)
September 1, 2005... Technology is a beautiful thing. Over the past 15 years, it's taken music-listening from Walkmans to iPods, video gaming from Atari to Xbox, and low-flow toilets from nuisance to nirvana. OK, maybe nirvana is stretching things a bit. But...

All-in-one luxury: ever-evolving shower systems focus on relaxation and fun.(REVIEW: Bath Products)
September 1, 2005... Americans love luxury, whether it's cars or coffee or something as straightforward as a shower. Not just any old shower, of course. More and more consumers want what some manufacturers call a "water experience." In other words, a shower system...

A quiet revolution: engineered wood gains widespread acceptance, but mainly for floors and ceilings.(REVIEW: Construction Products)
September 1, 2005... Summit Homes in Cordova, Tenn., has been building houses with engineered wood for so long that office manager Kevin Yoon "can't even remember some of the problems we used to have with real wood." But he says he knows his firm would be...

Hot air: builder profits rise with ozone-friendly, energy-saving HVAC systems.(REVIEW: Construction Products)(Reprint)
September 1, 2005... Last fall, the Drees Co. announced that every new home it built in its Cincinnati market would have a state-of-the-art Evolution HVAC system manufactured by Bryant Heating and Cooling. By adopting higher-efficiency components, the company aims...

Fantastic plastic: composite decking sales surge as new colors and styles proliferate.(REVIEW: Exterior Products)
September 1, 2005... The pre-teen phase is awkward--a confusing period between childhood and the teen years. Composite decking, introduced in the early 1990s as an alternative made of wood fiber and recycled or new plastic, is approaching this period like a typical...

Well-bred: insulated vinyl siding offers the best of two materials.(REVIEW: Exterior Products)
September 1, 2005... There are a lot of hybrid dogs these days. You know, cockapoo (cocker spaniel and poodle), Labradoodle (Labrador retriever and poodle), and Shepadoodle (German shepherd and poodle). These animals make wonderful pets because they combine the...

User friendly: the latest home automation products provide customer satisfaction and bigger profits for builders and remodelers.(REVIEW: Interior Products)
September 1, 2005... Like a stove and a dishwasher, a home automation system comes standard with every house Ken D. Eckhaus & Associates builds. "There's no reason why everybody shouldn't have one in their house," says Eckhaus, a semi-retired builder who has...

New frontiers: laminate flooring sales soar with improved durability and expanded styles.(REVIEW: Interior Products)
September 1, 2005... After installing ceramic floors in foyers for more than two years, Adams & Marshall Homes' construction manager Sonny Sears tired of spending up to $2,000 per home to replace damaged tiles when the newly poured concrete subfloor would crack,...

An expanding market: engineered wood flooring gains fan as exotic species and antique looks multiply.(REVIEW: Interior Products)
September 1, 2005... San Francisco homeowners like the warm look and solid feel of wood floors, says builder Scott Redmond, but not the environmental consequence of felling exotic or old-growth trees to get them. So Redmond, chief executive officer of Clever...

Quick & easy: speed and convenience are the driving forces behind high-tech appliances.(REVIEW: Kitchen Products)
September 1, 2005... According to the latest time-use study conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an average American's average day breaks down like this: Mr. (or Ms.) Typical sleeps about 8.6 hour, spends 5.1 hours doing leisure and sports activities, works...

True colors: quartz surfacing comes in shades that run the full spectrum.(REVIEW: Kitchen Products)
September 1, 2005... Now that all the attributes associated with quartz surfacing are becoming better known, it's finally time for manufacturers to live a little and experiment with color. Some have used granite and stone as their guides, developing lines that...

The cordless revolution: catapulted by DeWalt, cordless tools have powered the housing industry during the past 15 years.(REVIEW: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2005... One word can describe the single greatest change within the power tool industry this past decade: DeWalt. By resurrecting the old radial arm saw brand name that had been almost dormant through the 1980s, Black & Decker sent shockwaves...

In demand: laser levels gain market penetration as features improve and prices drop.(REVIEW: Tools & Equipment)
September 1, 2005... While you can still shoot grade with optical levels, you can't lay out a story about the past 15 years of home building and remodeling without talking about laser levels. And while they've been around a lot longer than that, they became...

Smooth operator: smooth skin fiberglass doors put a dent in the steel market.(REVIEW: Windows & Doors)
September 1, 2005... They cost about $50 apiece more than wood or steel, but Holiday Builders in Melbourne, Fla., installs smooth-surface fiberglass entry doors on all of its single-family homes. Wood doors, says corporate purchasing director Scott Clark, can...

Wonder glass: energy-efficient low-E glazing has many benefits, but for a price.(REVIEW: Windows & Doors)
September 1, 2005... When low-emittance window glazings first appeared in the 1980s, many builders and remodelers were hesitant to use them. Faced with costs of $40 to S50 per window more than clear glass, Dale Dornburg, president of Webster, Wis.-based A New...

Building Products celebrates its 15th anniversary: a look at innovation over the past decade.(15 years of innovation)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2005... The more things change, the more they stay the same. Or so the saying goes. In reality, the building products industry has made huge leaps in innovation over the past decade. In many ways the array of products available to builders today is...

Work gloves.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Illinois Glove. Made from washable goatskin, Heavy-Duty Performance gloves feature reinforced palm patches, shock-absorbing knuckle padding, and Spandex backs for maximum protection and dexterity, asserts the company. The Heavy-Duty line of...

Paint touch-up tool.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Rubbermaid. The Paint Buddy touch-up tool stores and dispenses paint colors to quickly cover scuffs, nicks, and marks throughout the home. The air-lock valve opens to let paint flow onto the roller that blends the paint to prevent telltale...

Visual communication aids.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... CommuniCard. Designed to bridge the communication gap between English and Spanish speakers, trade-specific CommuniCards (for construction, housecleaning, and lawn service workers) are laminated, passport-sized guides that feature the most...

Concrete and moisture guide.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Portland Cement Association. A new 164-page book from the Skokie, Ill.-based Portland Cement Association (PCA) explores how to prevent unwanted moisture in concrete floors. Titled Concrete Floors and Moisture, the publication discusses the...

Light tower.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Warner Tool Products. Bull Dog industrial lights for construction sites feature new, rectangular light heads that offer 30 percent more light coverage than previous models, claims the maker. Power Tower models include the P14000W that has a...

Work boots.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Wolverine. Leather Multishox work boors feature rubber outsoles for maximum durability and Dri-Lex lining that wicks moisture away from the skin as well as multiple compression pads for maximum comfort, assures the maker. Three styles are...

Green living Web site.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Consumer Reports. Launched on Earth Day (April 22, 2005) by Consumer Reports, the www.greenerchoices.org Web site offers consumers and building professionals practical advice on how to be more environmentally conscious. Those who view the site...

New roofing manuals.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... National Roofing Contractors Association. The NRCA released a number of new products including a waterproofing manual, Energy Wise Roof Calculator software to evaluate thermal efficiency and estimate energy costs for virtual roof assemblies, a...

Box joint cutter.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Freud America. The SBOXB box joint cutter's teeth device cuts clean square pins and flat-bottom slots through end grain, the company says. The firm also claims this precision cutting is perfect for box joints for drawers, humidors, or jewelry...

Asphalt-free flashing.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... York Mfg. The asphalt-free YorkShield 106 PT flashing for pressure-treated construction makes decks look better longer because polypropylene backing, instead of standard paper, is laminated to a copper core, the firm asserts. Also for use in...

Insulation gauge.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Owens Corning. The Inspect-R insulation density gauge verifies the R-value of the company's ProPink fiberglass in a wall cavity accurately in seconds, the firm says. With no insulation samples required, the gauge prevents waste from overfilling...

Shoji screens.(What's New: Short Reports on Products & Programs)
September 1, 2005... Cherry Tree Design. Stock Shoji Screens have diverse applications, including as room dividers, closet doors, patio doors, pocket doors, and doorways. With a solid hardwood cherry frame and matching kick frames, each screen is available in two...

Time out: luxurious bathtubs send stress down the drain.(Finishing Touches)
September 1, 2005... Wet. Constructed of a polyester resin composite that contains natural and synthetic aggregates, Cube bathtubs are molded without seams and feature sharp edges. Available in several lengths and widths, Cube bathtubs include a wooden accessory...

1990-2005: 15 years of innovation.
September 1, 2005... The building industry has come a long way since 1990, the year BUILDING PRODUCTS magazine proudly published its first issue. Back then, a recession was in full force. Mortgage interest rates were nearly 10 percent, and the national unemployment...