PR May 2008

Last year, the big story was composites versus wood. Now the big names in decking have introduced a new contender, PVC, yet they are harkening back to their roots by emulating tropical hardwoods and variegated colors.

From modest grilling stations to lavish outdoor kitchens, from cozy fire pits to beautifully detailed masonry fireplaces, adding outdoor living space has become a priority when it comes to the home improvement project consumers most eagerly consider when they want to boost the livability of their home.

When it comes to selecting the surface material for an outdoor deck, homeowners' options are better looking, better performing and easier to install.

The very first remodeling company was a family business. As long as there's a remodeling industry, there will be family businesses. But as more corporate entities, franchises and large regional firms emerge on the landscape, the question begs to be asked: what is the future of the small, family-run remodeling business?

With its combination of rustic finishes and discrete modern amenities, the new screen porch on this Minneapolis, Minn. bungalow provides its owners with a functional indoor/outdoor retreat that complements the century-old home's simple architectural style and meets their entertaining needs at the same time.

Remodeler turns a historic Doctor's office space into an open, finely crafted kitchen-family area

Preview of new products for the remodeling industry.

Jonathan Sweet discusses blogging and the testing and tracking of green products for remodelers

How exactly does a remodeler avoid the rather trite and clichéd burnout? It's only expected that, being entrepreneurial in the first place (what makes a lot of us succeed at what we do) we go at everything with, to quote a very old beer commercial, "the gusto." So as we work hard to build, maintain and grow our business, how do we prevent feeling like we just can't do anymore, can't take another d...

Decking and outdoor living products for builders and remodelers.