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  • Industry Forecast Predicts Improvement - AAMA, WDMA

    The American Architectural Manufacturers Association and The Window & Door Manufacturers Association have jointly released the December 2012 update to the 2011/2012 U.S. Industry Statistical Review and Forecast.

    News • January 17th, 2013

  • Qualified Remodeler's 2013 Top 500 Application

    Each year, Qualified Remodeler ’s Top 500 listing, the longest ongoing recognition program in the remodeling industry, recognizes remodelers for significant and sustained success based on: • Installed remodeling dollar volume • Total years...

    Article • January 17th, 2013

  • Doug Mockett & Co.

    Company • January 17th, 2013

  • EPA Begins Push to Certify Contractors Under RRP Rule

    January 16, 2013 — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting rule became effective in 2010. Since that time, well over 100,000 firms have been lead-safe certified by EPA, and an additional 20,000 have...

    News • January 16th, 2013

  • KJ Fields

    KJ Fields writes from Portland, Ore., about remodeling and design.

    Contact • January 16th, 2013

  • Black Lacquer Pendant

    Laquer from Meyda Custom Lighting is a tri-panel, oblong ceiling pendant with a Mirror Black Finished frame and Black Spectrum Glass. The pendant measures 61" in length and features a 21" diameter, with an overall height that ranges from 22" to 72...

    Product • January 16th, 2013

  • Acrylic Shower Pans

    Aquatic introduces two new acrylic shower pans that can be used to replace existing, prefabricated tub-shower areas and upgrade to shower-only, tile-up applications. The acrylic shower pans are offered in two sizes - 60"x30"x4" and 60"x32"x4 - and...

    Product • January 16th, 2013

  • StyleDrain Tile

    StyleDrain Tile from California Faucets is a decorative shower drain that allows for the inlay of any tile or stone to match the surrounding flooring. The all-brass tile frame is available in multiple decorator finishes. It drains up to 10 gpm.

    Product • January 16th, 2013

  • Report Examines Access to Mortgage Credit

    CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Jan. 16, 2013 — A new report from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies examines lending patterns during the housing boom and current efforts to create a new mortgage market, in the wake of the housing bust. The report...

    News • January 16th, 2013

  • Builder Confidence Stays Steady

    The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index remains steady at a level of 47. It is holding at its highest level since April 2006.

    News • January 16th, 2013

  • KBDN Art+Science Seminars

    Invest in your design skills and profitability by attending this new program for 2013 led by design authority Ellen Cheever, CMKBD, ASID, CAPS, and Eric Schimelpfenig, AKBD.   Unique to the industry, KBDN’s all-day Art + Science seminars will...

    Event • February 21st, 2013

  • Heating and Cooling Energy Use is Down

    Estimates from the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Residential Energy Consumption Survey show that 48 percent percent of energy consumption in American homes during 2009 was used for heating and cooling.

    News • January 15th, 2013

  • Divinity Mirror

    Native Trails' Divinity hand-hammered aluminum framed mirror features inset beveled glass for a classic look. The mirror incorporates bright aluminum that is made from recycled content, highlighting the unique texture. It is available in small 22"x28...

    Product • January 15th, 2013

  • Work Truck Console

    Gamber-Johnson’s work truck console can be used in most trucks with bucket seats. The console offers a locking file box for hanging folders or to be used as storage, and it comes with a dual cupholder and armrest.  A vertical surface mount can be...

    Product • January 15th, 2013

  • Asure replacement windows

    Simonton Windows’ Asure line of energy-efficient replacement windows and patio doors is designed to maximize the amount of natural daylight that enters the home. The products are available in double-hung, slider and picture window styles, along with...

    Product • January 15th, 2013