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2025 Shingle Color of the Year Announced by Owens Corning
The roofing manufacturer wants home improvement pros to enjoy its full-bodied red
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Virtual Reality Hits the Jobsite with New Training Program
Owens Corning launches a virtual training program for insulation and safety
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Kohler Plunges into the Ice Bath Trend with Luxury Cold Tub
An alternative medicine doctor and bath product manufacturer partner to create a luxury cold plunge bath
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Kohler Plunges into the Ice Bath Trend with Luxury Cold Tub
Kohler recently announced a partnership with Jonathan Leary, a chiropractic and alternative medicine doctor, and founder and CEO of Remedy Place,…News
Registration Opens For 2025 International Builders’ Show
Registration is open for the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show, which will be held Feb. 25-27 in Las Vegas. IBS will again be part of Design…Home Improvement
Re-Bath Expands its Reach with New Franchise
Re-Bath announced a new franchise serving the greater Savannah, Ga., market, having signed an agreement with brothers Matt and Mike Feldon. The deal…Exterior Products
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AFCI adoption spreads, misconceptions linger
The 2008 National Electrical Code adoption for arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) has generally been going well. The 2008 NEC has been adopted without any amendment to arc faults in 34 states. Last September, the North Carolina Building Code Council voted to continue requiring special circuit-breakers in new homes.
New Opportunity to Showcase Energy Value in Existing Homes
In addition to new homes, the EnergyValue Housing Award (EVHA) program will also provide an opportunity for builders and remodelers to showcase the energy-efficiency upgrades.
3-D PDFs Bring Proposals to Life
By converting models to three-dimensional PDF files, planning service provider and building information modeling (BIM) consultants CG Visions have enabled their clients to collaborate on designs, mark up digital drawings and make notations on design specifications. These professionals can sign off on final designs and even track approvals from their colleagues.
How Remodelers Can Help Clients Find Financing
Financing for home remodeling has never been harder to obtain. Here's what you can do to make it easier for your clients.
Still no definitive answers on 'Chinese drywall'
Massachusetts-based Environmental Health & Engineering recently concluded a five-month indoor air quality study for the U.S. government and the Consumer Products Safety Commission. The study found a strong association between the presence of Chinese drywall, low-level concentrations of hydrogen sulfide and corrosion of metals in homes.
What you need to know before going super-low-flow in the shower
Low-flow showerheads are a highly tempting proposition for remodelers looking to boost the efficiency and sustainability of their properties. Know how to choose and spec them appropriately.
Moen ioDIGITAL Shower System
The new ioDIGITAL shower system from Moen has an innovative, easy-to-use interface.
Composite, cPVC Decking Gaining Market Share
Wood-plastic composites are chipping away at pressure-treated lumber's lead as the primary material used in decking, U.S. Department of Commerce research shows.