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    American Standard

    H2Option Dual-Flush Toilet Features: Dual flush; air in the chambers pushes the ongoing coming water forcefully into the bowl Configuration: Two-piece, Right Height Elongated,...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    CertainTeed

    Cedar Impressions Naturals Applications: Siding Profile: Double 7' Straight Edge Perfection Shingles Features: Reinforcing ribs on nail slots and lock tabs for improved strength...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Tax Tips for Contractors

    This should be a year of paying close attention to tax preparation and tax accounting details. Contractors who reduce their liability can protect themselves against increasing...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Oliveri / Tasman Sinkware

    882U Super Basin Single Sink / 220-0 Mega Basin Single Sink Features: European-style integrated drain boards Optional: AC73 drain board fits w/Oliveri's 800 series Drain board...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Milwaukee

    M18 Cordless Jig Saw Features: 2,200 SPM , 1' Stroke Length, 5 orbital settings Bevel: 45-degree capacity Dimensions: 10½' length at 7.75 pounds
    Feb. 1, 2010

    3-D PDFs Bring Proposals to Life

    CG Visions uses Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro Extended to facilitate 3-D design collaboration between design and construction teams.
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Platinum Tools

    All-In-One Modular Plug Crimp Tool (P/N: 12503) Applications: Stripping cables, A/V, voice, data Features: Steel frame, PVC handles, rust-resistant black oxide finish
    Feb. 1, 2010

    The Looming Lead Liability

    April 22.That's the day the new Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting rules become official and the remodeling industry will have to face a significant change to the old way of...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Hilti

    Circular Saw Blades Applications: Framing; finishing; wet or pressure-treated lumber; and general purpose Features: All blades feature the company's ultra-thin kerf design; laser...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Preacher of Housing Sustainability

    Edward Mazria Author of what's known as the bible of solar design, "The Passive Solar Energy Book," internationally known architect Edward Mazria today devotes his time to preaching...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Royal Adhesives and Sealants

    Gunther Brand Mirror Mastic, Premier Plus Applications: Professional mirror installations Green: 10 grams/liter VOC content; qualifies for LEED points Other: Non-shrink formula...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Nora Lighting

    4-inch, (11W) and 5' and 6' diameter aperture fixtures (15W) LEDs Applications: Residential, light commercial Rated: 50,000 hours at 70 percent lumen Range: 3000 and 4200K color...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    How Remodelers Can Organize Teams Around Profitable Projects

    As a gawky kid, I barely made it through Pee-Wee soccer, but, if memory serves, typically all 11 players follow the ball around like a swarm of bees on a moving honey pot, each...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Skil

    18 Volt Lithium Ion 2-Piece Drill/Driver and 5 3/8' SKILSAW Combo Kit Features: Can cut 50 2 by 4s on a single charge Additional features: Anti-snag lower guard; spindle lock ...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Business Metrics that Matter to Remodelers

    Sidebars: This month featuring: There are plenty of numbers available to remodelers in their businesses, but how do you know which ones matter? Professional Remodeler talked ...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Hafele America Co.

    Bee Slide C4500 Applications: Full-extension, telescoping side-mounted slide Installation: Face frame hole, 32 mm hole pattern Capacity: 100 pounds
    Feb. 1, 2010

    New Opportunity to Showcase Energy Value in Existing Homes

     The EnergyValue Housing Award (EVHA) has been a long-standing and prestigious award in the new construction industry for the last 15 years. Now, in addition to new homes...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Wisdom Audio

    L100i and C150i Speakers Applications: In-wall Features: 8-woofer array driven by 500-watt SA-1 amplifier Technology: Audyssey MultiEQ XT; multiple setup/listening memories
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Broken chain

     Even before the housing market downturn, the building products supply chain was going through a period of what could charitably be called "change." Uncharitably, it could...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Wedi

    Riolito Shower System Drainage: 13 gallon/minute Features: Four-sided slope of ¼'/foot, available in 3' by 5' and 4' by 6' Installation: Large-format tiles can be used in the ...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Reed Construction Media launches the National Housing Quality Executive Council

    Reed Construction Media, a division of Reed Business Information that includes Professional Remodeler, Professional Builder and HousingZone.com, has launched the National Housing...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Lincoln Wood Products

    Fold-A-Way Patio Door Applications: Indoor/outdoor living; 'accordion style' door Features: Overhead track system Configurations: Out-swing panels available anywhere from 2–8 ...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    The Pros and Cons of Net Promoter

    If you're at all interested in marketing, you likely have heard about Net Promoter, the company that uses a score by the same name to calculate a business' customer satisfaction...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    ThermoSoft

    ThermoFloor Applications: Under-floor electric heating system Installation: Laminate, snap lock tile, floating wood or engineered wood flooring Features: FiberThermics electro...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Velux

    No Leak Skylight Features: Third layer of LoE3 glass Installation: Pre-mounted brackets, pre-painted frames and sashes Other: Lower roof profile; new curve design; gray color
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Put it in Your Pocket

    Sidebars: Quick Door Hanger: How to fix fiberglass doors Things You'll Need: Pocket doors and large-span openings have regained some of their popularity. However, when it comes...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Bosch Power Tools & Accessories

    RN175 Roofing Nailer Features: Canister improves reload speed and eliminates the hassles associated with fumbling fastener coils on the rooftop
    Feb. 1, 2010

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    An Update on Home Star (aka Cash for Caulkers)

    The Home Star program — otherwise known as 'Cash for Caulkers' — looks to be edging closer to reality. There are multiple proposals in front of Congress, and while the details...
    Feb. 1, 2010

    Video Mount Products

    IWB-1 flat panel In-Wall Box Adapter Applications: Holds most 15' to 32' monitors Load capacity: 75 pounds Adapters: Silver adapters for LCD mounts Includes: Decorative cover,...
    Feb. 1, 2010