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  • Canyon Family Cabinet Components

    The Canyon Family, a collection of three American-inspired materials from Northern Contours, join the company's Impressions line of textured cabinet components. Kings Canyon, Grand Canyon and Royal Canyon are available in both color-matched melamine...

    Product • May 14th, 2013

  • Near Historic Highs for Nationwide Housing Affordability, According to HOI

    NAHB/Wells Fargo report 73.7 percent of new and existing homes sold in the first quarter of 2013 were affordable to U.S. families earning the median income.

    News • May 14th, 2013

  • AAMA Releases Courses On Fenestration Codes and Energy

    Schaumburg, Ill. -- The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) recently released education courses on code requirements, energy efficiency and thermal performance, as well as skylights and daylighting, as part of the association’s...

    News • May 14th, 2013

  • Work Spaces of QR: The Windowed Cube

    Executive editor Ken Betz shares his experience working in a windowed-cube in the second of a five-part series about the work spaces of the QR staff.

    Blog • May 14th, 2013

  • Drinking Water System

    The Pentair Everpure PBS-400 provides filtered water at the prep sink, pot filler and wet bar. The highly engineered submicron design rids water of unwanted lead, particulate and chemical impurities, and provides a fast, convenient water flow, notes...

    Product • May 13th, 2013

  • Bathroom Suite

    The Brentwood Suite from Mansfield Plumbing Products is the newest addition to company's line of bathroom suites. Detailed beveled edges, scalloped corners and clean flat surfaces are seen in all of the suite’s fixtures, which includes a soaking...

    Product • May 13th, 2013

  • Porcelain Tile

    Designed by Italian architect and designer Rodolfo Dordoni, Tidewater (shown) and Lath from Ann Sacks utilize up to 25-percent recycled materials within the tiles’ porcelain composition. Tidewater imparts a striae effect designed to be similar to...

    Product • May 13th, 2013

  • Backsplash Storage System

    The Linero kitchen backsplash storage system from Hafele allows the user to customize storage along the wall space of the kitchen backsplash. The storage railing systems, which feature a matte nickel finish, provide visible and accessible storage at...

    Product • May 13th, 2013

  • Geo Cabinet Knob Collection

    R. Christensen has introduced the Spectrum Series’ Geo Collection of decorative Knobs. Inspired by river rocks found in nature, the six-piece Geo Collection reflects the organic feel of elements found in nature paired with modern design styles. The...

    Product • May 13th, 2013

  • Laminate Collection

    For 2013 Formica Corporation features 33 on-trend Formica-brand laminate patterns, including woodgrains, graphics and brights. The collection includes 10 new classics and four patterns in Woodgrain, including ash, legno, teak and walnut, as well as a...

    Product • May 13th, 2013

  • NARI Introduces Central Pennsylvania Chapter

    The NARI of Central PA chapter will encompass the greater Harrisburg area and addresses the need for a professional association dedicated to the remodeling market.

    News • May 13th, 2013

  • Work Spaces of QR: The Office

    Editorial director Rob Heselbarth shares his experience working in an office in the first of a five-part series about the work spaces of the QR staff.

    Blog • May 13th, 2013

  • History Remade

    A 1902 Victorian is remodeled to accommodate the needs of a young, growing family.

    Article • May 9th, 2013

  • Confidence and Demand Increases in 55+ Housing Market

    Highest first-quarter figures since the NAHB's HMI was created in 2008.

    News • May 9th, 2013

  • Onduvilla shingles

    Onduvilla shingles from Ondura are made from recycled fibers and infused with bitumen (asphalt), resulting in a durable and lightweight roofing system. Each shingle also has a three-tone color finish, which gives them the raised appearance of...

    Product • May 9th, 2013