The Infinitrim System is designed to eliminate the painting, staining and sanding of the interior trim after a vinyl replacement window has been installed. Infinitrim moldings...
WhisperCeiling (pictured), WhisperLite and WhisperWall ventilation fans are Energy Star-approved and Home Ventilating Institute-certified. Noise levels range from 0.3 to 2.5 sones...
The Diana ceiling fan, with 52-inch blades, is offered in multiple finishes: Cobblestone with medium oak blades, white and brass with high-gloss white blades, or Mojave Sand fan...
The under-sink model 7500 filter is NSF-certified to reduce contaminants in drinking water and has a contemporary look to blend with remodeled kitchens, the company says. The ...
Opus hydronic heating equipment includes the G1 gas-fired and O1 oil-fired units. The G1 operates at 97%-99% AFUE, the company says, and the O1 (pictured) at 88%-90%. Each is ...
Automix 20 is an electronic temperature control with night setback designed to actuate three- or four-way Termomix valves for radiant floor heating and new or retrofit radiator...
The Chronotherm IV Plus programmable thermostat automatically adjusts to an energy-saving temperature when the home is unoccupied or occupants sleep and returns the home to a ...
Three new SmartComfort gas furnaces are certified for one- or two-pipe, direct-vent installation. The VS 90 (pictured) offers two-stage heating and a variable-speed blower, the...
The Diana ceiling fan, with 52-inch blades, is offered in multiple finishes: Cobblestone with medium oak blades, white and brass with high-gloss white blades, or Mojave Sand fan...
Remodelers can integrate multiple shower components with pre-plumbed Pharo shower panels. Three models are available: Comfort, the midrange Exclusiv and the top-of-the-line Moonlight...
The Cobble retaining-wall system has an aged look to resemble Old World cobblestone. Curves, corners, columns and steps can be constructed with the 6-inch-high, 8-inch-wide units...
ToolPak II, a backpack tool organizer, holds more than 100 tools. It hauls like a backpack, opens like a zippered file cabinet and carries like a bag when unzipped. Upgrades from...
At 80 degrees Fahrenheit and 60% humidity, the Santa Fe dehumidifier removes 100 pints of water per day using 6.8 amps of electricity, the company says. The Santa Fe is suitable...
Aurora composite exterior doors are specifically designed to withstand the elements in extreme climates without sacrificing aesthetics. The doors are available in 15 designs with...
Oak outlets for the company’s high-velocity central air systems are designed for seamless installation in wood floors and other wood environments such as log homes. They are available...
This month we will look at how the Residential Construction Performance Guidelines address interior floors. Squeaky or uneven floors, gaps between flooring materials, excessive...
Clear Tannin Guard is a pre-stain conditioner designed to prevent the finish of exterior wood from discoloring as a result of tannin bleed. The product neutralizes tannic acid...
The Allia single-bowl kitchen sink, made of French fireclay, comes in white and Per-game (biscuit). It measures 30222 inches with a 10-inch-deep basin. Features include an offset...
The Smart Masker masking-tape applicator can reduce pre-painting masking time by up to 70%, the company says. The product uses standard 1- to 2-inch masking tape. Contact: 800...
Remodelers can integrate multiple shower components with pre-plumbed Pharo shower panels. Three models are available: Comfort, the midrange Exclusiv and the top-of-the-line Moonlight...
The C33 evaporator coil series is designed to improve the efficiency of air conditioners and heat pumps by matching outdoor and indoor units. Features include thick fiberglass...
The DZR (dezincification-resistant brass) circuit-balancing valve is designed to regulate and measure water flow in HVAC and plumbing systems. The company says that systems balanced...
Kim SweetTake from the rich — the rich in ideas, that is. I was reminded of the importance of copying other people’s work by Robert L. Nardelli, president and CEO of The...
Remodeling is an odd hybrid: a service business that creates a product. As such, remodelers necessarily must rely on suppliers for the material to build that product. They also...
According to the Hearth Products Association, the number of hearth products available for outdoor entertaining has increased dramatically in the past four years. Manufacturers...
The National Fenestration Rating Council offers several tips that remodelers can pass on to customers in the early stages of the design process to encourage window replacement...
Today’s decorative hardware makes a significant contribution to the distinctive look of a kitchen or bathroom. And homeowners are very aware of its impact, judging from the increased...
Looking for a way to add architectural interest to a project without blowing the budget or causing complications? The USG Drywall Suspension System is a pre-engineered...
Irregular roof pitches, unusual attic framing and tight attic access can make cutting the angles to frame skylight shafts a nightmare. Instead of wood, try framing the shaft ...
In the past, women were the primary decision-makers in home decorating. However, a recent study for Expo Design Center reveals that men are taking a much more active role in picking...
When used indoors, traditional adhesives don’t mix with modern, energy-efficient homes. Not only are all petroleum-based solvents used in adhesives flammable, but the vapors threaten...