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Sydney Smart
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Behr
Premium Select High Build Primer & Sealer (K030)
Applications: Applied to drywall/plasterboard to hide imperfections
Formula: High viscosity,…
Cikel
Cabo Collection
Type: ½” sawn wear layer; 7-plywood core body and eight layers of aluminum oxide protection
Species: cherry/Jatoba, Ipe, Tigerwood…
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.
Generac
CorePower System
Applications: Residential backup power
Features: Easy roof removal; three of the four sides slide off completely for full…
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Trex
Transcend Line
Attributes: cPVC decking; 95 percent recycled plastic and wood flour core
Colors: gravel path, tree house, fire pit and…
Contractors talk K&B trends
Smaller budgets, green products and traditional styles will dominate 2010
The National Kitchen and Bath Association predicts 2010 won't see any…
Paslode
CF325 Fuel Powered Cordless Framing Nailer System
Applications: Structural, framing
Features: PowerBoost Black Tip Coating on its 3” and 3-¼”…