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    Product5 Formica

    Wall and Floor Surfaces: 180fx Granite Patterned HPL Surface in Lapidus Brown by Formica

    This high-pressure laminate (HPL) surface by Formica comes in a granite pattern featuring gold tones with iron veining that can complement a variety of cabinetry from light maple...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Product4 Concept Surfaces

    Wall and Floor Surfaces: Hexagonal Tiles by Concept Surfaces

    The Italian-produced tiles from Concept Surfaces’ Icon Collection now come in a hexagon shape, available in a 24x24-inch size. The pre-cut shape allows installers to make distinct...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Product3 Barricade

    Wall and Floor Surfaces: Floor and Tile Underlayment by Barricade

    The floor and tile underlayment works as a moisture vapor retarder that helps increase the life and appearance of flooring by laminating two layers of kraft paper with a polymer...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Product2 Clayhouse Ceramics3

    Wall and Floor Surfaces: Clayhaus Ceramics Matte Glaze-Finished Tiles

    Portland-based Clayhaus Ceramics released 10 new shapes and 24 matte finish glazes, designed to give homeowners, designers, and remodelers the opportunity to evoke a midcentury...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Product1 Urban Armor2

    Wall and Floor Surfaces: Urban Armor by Martyn Lawrence Bullard for Ann Sacks

    Tile and stone manufacturer Ann Sacks collaborated with celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard to produce this collection of metal tiles. The look is inspired by midcentury...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Panda

    Product Introductions: Panda Impact-Resistant Lift & Slide

    The new IS.14 is the largest impact-resistant lift & slide made for hurricane-prone regions. The door system’s design pressure rating of 100DP meets Miami Dade wind codes,...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Screw Products

    Product Introductions: Screw Holder

    Screw Products’ new Holds-a-Bit screw holder makes it easier to get screws into tight places. The Screw Holder is a transparent rubber sleeve that slides onto the end of a screwdriver...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Marvin Insert2

    Product Introductions: Marvin Integrity Casement and Awing Inserts

    Marvin Windows and Doors has added new casement and awning insert windows to its Integrity product line. The new replacement windows combine wood interiors with exteriors made...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Bathtubs For Pets

    Product Introductions: Bathtubs for Pets

    While new to the residential remodeling market, the Bathtubs for Pets system has been available to professional pet groomers for 15 years, with thousands of tubs sold worldwide...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Feeney1

    Product Introductions: Aluminum Post Caps

    Cable rail manufacturer Feeney has added Aluminum Post Caps to its line of railing accessories. The caps are being sold as a decorative add-on to the company’s pre-engineered ...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Deceuninck1

    Product Introductions: Deckorator Balusters

    Deceuninck rolled out new curved handrails and Deckorator balusters. The balusters come in aluminum or composite with round or square profiles and the option of baskets and other...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Smart Batt Install

    Product Introductions: SmartBatt Insulation

    Certainteed says the facing on its SmartBatt insulation features a first-of-its-kind MoistureSense technology that creates a “smart” vapor retarder that reduces the potential ...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Boral Cove

    Product Introductions: PolyAsh Siding

    Manufacturers typically use industry trade shows to highlight new and recent product releases. Here are nine entries that caught our eye this October in Baltimore at The Remodeling...
    Dec. 16, 2014
    Ann Sacks Paradigm Field 9 37x10 87x0 37 Hexagon Charcoal Pebbled

    Product Trends: Tile takes a flying leap

    When you ask tile manufacturers to take a step back and look at how things have changed over the last several years, they themselves are floored. “It has been exciting to observe...
    Dec. 16, 2014

    NAHB Remodelers: The 2014 CADRE Awards

    The annual Council Awards for Demonstrating Remodeling Excellence (CADRE) recognize the top National Association of Home Builders Remodelers councils and members whose efforts...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    PR Awards: Celebrating Excellence

    This year’s Professional Remodeler Leadership Awards were held on opening night at the Remodeling Show. The annual event honored winners of Professional Remodeler’s 2014 Design...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    Project Spotlight: Floor Show

    Around the middle of September 2012, Tenhulzen Residential of Bellevue, Wash., received a call from former clients about updating their master bathroom. “’We hate it—we’ve always...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    Research: Growth Spurt

    By the end of this year, spending on home remodeling should come close to the pre-recession 2006 peak of $145 billion, according to figures compiled by the Joint Center for Housing...
    Dec. 15, 2014
    Mosby Pro Rem 130

    Remodeler of the Year: Mosby Building Arts

    Ever since he bought his father’s St. Louis remodeling business in 1983, three things have shaped Scott Mosby’s company: a commitment to top standards of product and service; ...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    K&B Design: Opening up adds function, storage, and seating

    The floor plan for this suburban family home included a kitchen that was undersized and isolated. While there was a large family room adjacent to the kitchen, the room was separated...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    Remodeler's Exchange: An Inside Look at Selling the Business

    Tom Swartz: Tell us a bit about your company and your succession strategy.   Shawn McCadden: I started my company, Custom Contracting, in 1991 with goal of wanting it to ...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    David Lupberger: Stop Doing Free Estimates

    The best advice I ever received about selling came during a contractor sales training session. After a contractor had complained that he felt compelled to give free estimates ...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    PRIME Perspectives: The many way to define success

    Team Success I measure my personal success by the success of my team. If they are succeeding personally and professionally, then I have reached my goal. But I don’t think I can...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    Craig Durosko: Focus on what you do best; say "No" to the rest

    When you need to see a doctor, you typically make the first appointment with your general practitioner. You explain your aches and pains, and sometimes the doctor will recommend...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    How Do You Determine the Proper Rate of Growth for Your Business?

    It has been said that if a business is not growing it is dying. In my experience, most remodelers agree. When I ask remodelers if they want to grow their business, whether their...
    Dec. 15, 2014

    Market Update: Remodelers confident that market is improving

    Business conditions show continued strong growth The third-quarter Remodeling Business Pulse (RBP) from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) indicated strong...
    Dec. 15, 2014