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This New Tech Turns Any Countertop into a Wireless Charger
FreePower for Countertop has swept awards for its innovation—and the company claims installing it is "as straightforward as cutting a sink"
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Pro's Picks: A Quick Install Composite Stone
This pro completed a high volume facelift project months ahead of schedule
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Pella's New Debut Promises Faster, One-Person Window Installs
The window manufacturer promises 3.15x faster installation with its Steady Set system
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Marvin Releases Switchable Privacy Glass Window
The privacy glass windows can be purchased from Marvin's Direct Glaze windows
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Design
Design Trends to Watch in 2024
To peer into the crystal ball of home design trends, look no further than current events. Today’s housing market, economic conditions, and post-…
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Color of the Year 2024 Announced by Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams has selected a light blue, Upward SW 6239, as its 2024 Color of the Year. The hue symbolizes relaxation and peace, two emotions that…
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Michael Valente Swims in His Own Direction
When Renovation Sells went into its second year of business, it exploded—figuratively. The company’s CEO, Michael Valente, chalks it up to doing…Exterior Products
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Designing Kitchens for Multiple Cooks
Designing a kitchen for the way clients use it takes careful planning
Designing and Specifying Shower Systems
Design expert offers advice on what you need to know about today's shower options
Product Trends: Going Green Gains Steam
The latest products and design trends shaping sustainable remodeling
Special Report: More Remodelers Opt for Green
Fourth survey shows growing popularity of green remodeling, but challenges persist
What's in a Green Building Product Label?
There's plenty of green product labels out there. The NAHB Research Center offers an evaluation of the major programs.
Protecting your remodeling company from green litigation
Green construction attorney and blogger Chris Cheatham talks about the potential legal pitfalls in green building and remodeling
Rising energy costs fuel construction materials price increase
Prices for residential construction materials continue to rise as energy costs increase, according the latest Producer Price Index released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Residential building materials prices rose 4.3 percent between January 2010 and January 2011, outpacing prices for general materials.
4 key changes to the tax credit for windows, doors, and skylights
In December, Congress reduced the federal tax credit for energy-efficient windows, doors, and skylights for 2011 and changed the qualifying criteria. The Window and Door Manufacturers Association provides an overview of four important changes.
Deckorators LED Recessed Light Kit
Deckorators’ recessed, low-voltage lighting kit provides a brilliant glow for walkways or steps, or wherever better visibility is desired. Compact…
Novellini Glamm
Glamm, Novellini’s newest multi-functional shower panel, has a sleek European design. Available in white, white oak and teak finishes, the panels may…