The in-swing egress casement style from Hy-Lite offers up the practicality of meeting egress code requirements while providing privacy and elegance. Available in both new construction...
Pine Hall Brick introduces these permeable pavement stormwater filtration systems. Unlike traditional pavement, they allow stormwater to drain into the soil, preventing pollution...
Quanex’s line of in-swing and out-swing patio doors can now utilize the Inception to Installation (I2I) system for increased weather protection. The system features four separate...
You or your salesperson just lost a contract to competition. Both you and he believe “the people were price buyers” or “they have a price 20 percent less than yours.” The fact...
The 1937 Cape Cod house in Arlington, Va., had definite pluses and minuses. Pluses: Charisma, coziness, and old-house character. Minuses: No elbow room, no energy efficiency, ...
Stone Forest introduces a pair of new sinks suitable for outdoor settings. The beige granite Alpine Sink (pictured) is spacious, featuring a hand-chiseled exterior and honed interior...
These plywood cabinets employ the Cabinotch Cabinet Box System, which uses wood-to-wood locking glue joints. Each order can be completely customized with any of Keystone’s cabinet...
Maytag offers a new set of freestanding gas, electric and induction cooktops with AquaLift self-cleaning technology. Water and low heat activate the enamel interior coating, removing...
Remodelers can offer their clients a more energy-efficient kitchen with this package of appliances from GE’s “ecomagination” suite. Devices include a double-oven electric range...
American Standard offers its new stainless steel sink line in single-, double- or triple-bowl configurations; the bowls are deep enough to hold large stacks of dishes. The faucet...
After several years of declining interest, kitchens are taking an increased importance in remodeling and renovation projects, as well as new construction. That’s according to ...
Enclosure walls with a rainscreen function are becoming increasingly common. Proper moisture management techniques are critical to the performance and life span of a structure...
Someday, when we look back on the Great Recession and its outsize impact on the remodeling and housing market, we might see 2011 as the turning point. Last year showed us some...
What tools do you need to sell remodeling jobs: A flipbook with photos of past projects? A knowledge of how to sort good prospects from bad? A system for managing your customer...
Depending on how many projects you are doing a year, you will be exposed to a limited amount of referral sources. Advertising then bridges the gap between those you are reaching...
Most of us have heard the adage “a picture is worth a thousand words.” I once heard that a metaphor is worth a thousand pictures. It was in this spirit that years ago I saw the...
It’s one of the most important concepts in running a successful remodeling business, but still trips up many companies. How do you determine (and preserve) the margin and mark...
