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Missouri Teen Researches Antimicrobial Properties Of Copper
Stockwell's study, titled The Killing Game: Copper, a Possible Bactericide for Contact Surfaces, examined whether ordinary copper and brass surfaces could be used to limit bacterial growth.
Introducing: BamLoc™ The First 100% Bamboo Floating Floor For Easy Green Remodels
Today's homeowners want eco-friendly, healthy living spaces and they want to do-it-themselves. More and more homeowners are turning to strand-woven bamboo for their flooring.
Kitchen Design Inspirations From The Top Down
When today's homeowners think about remodeling their kitchen, most immediately think that appliances, cabinets and countertop upgrades are the key to transforming the heart of their home.
Household Mirror Tips—How To Preserve, Decorate And Restore Old Mirrors—In Just Minutes
That familiar face reflected in your bathroom or bedroom mirror deserves all the best choices. Here are some tips for proper mirror surface care.
What Every Homeowner Should Know About His/Her Roof
Harsh winter weather and inevitable spring storms wreak havoc on roofs, a home's first line of defense against Mother Nature.
How To Build Your "Dream Garage"
Have you ever indulged in honest to goodness home renovation envy? Wished you could even think about a new deck? A classy family room, or ... my gosh, a real garage?
Copper Shines In Consumer Survey
Despite price, supply and competitive pressures, people continue to value copper for its appearance, durability, recyclability and health benefits.
Easy, Inexpensive Remodeling With Pure Sunlight
Heightened energy prices mean searching out the brightest and best energy sources. Why not start by adding an element of sunshine to your home renovation and restoration projects?
SAFETOUCH™ Fiberglass-Free Insulation Recieves Breakthrough Award
SAFETOUCH won a Breakthrough Award because it solved a long-standing problem for those installing home insulation. Do-it-yourselfers have long avoided installing home ...
Dow Helps Support Habitat for Humanity's 25th Annual ‘Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project’ in Gulf Coast
Dow Chemical (NYSE: DOW) joins former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, to support Habitat for Humanity's 25th annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project (JRCWP) in the Gulf Coast ...
Swimming Pool Owners Here's How To Choose The Right Fence
An outdoor swimming pool can be a great backyard escape from a busy lifestyle. It can even enhance a home's value, making it an appealing investment.
Green builders Antimicrobial Effectiveness Of Copper Metals—A Timely Study For Builders And Remodelers
Two studies funded by congressionally appropriated funds will continue clinical trials by the Copper Development Association, to determine the antimicrobial effectiveness ...
Eco-Friendly 100% Bamboo Kitchen Cabinets & Vanities: A Green And Durable Choice For Homes
Mr. Bamboo, Inc., has introduced a line of 100% bamboo kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities for today's environmentally and quality conscious homeowners.
Open The Door To A New Home Décor
From newlyweds and urban singles to second-home owners and empty nesters, home décor and remodeling isn’t just for the pros any more.
New Exterior Trim Makes Great Impression
Whether you are buying a new home or are selling your existing one, first impressions are everything.
The Importance Of Well-Fitting And Well-Maintained Window Screens
Spring rushes in with it share of home improvement challenges just as certainly as certainly as the scent of flowering trees and warm breezes. None more important than ventilation ...
Put Your Walls On A Diet
"Paint color and sheen can influence a person's perception on size and width of a room," Debbie Zimmer, Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute (PQI) paint and color expert says.
Now You Don't Have To Be A Pro To Lay Real Glass Block In Four Easy Steps
Homeowners who would like to install a luxury shower enclosure need no longer think twice about tackling this once-complex project.
Egress Window Well Systems Provide Safety And Peace Of Mind
Family rooms, kids' playrooms, home offices, bedrooms, and home theaters are just a few popular uses for today's basement living spaces.
Enhance Your Home's Curb Appeal With Stylish, Eco-Friendly Roofing
Imagine your home with an elegant new roof that offers durability and low-maintenance, too.
Nothing Enriches A Home's Value Like The Beauty Of Stone
Whether used indoors or outdoors, stone adds warmth and character that no other building material can deliver.
Save Money And Save Your Mirrors ...
From the originators of the popular mirror enhancement system, MirrEdge™ comes a fresh new Dove White version just in time for Spring fixup.
Refresh a Home’s Look with GILA® Window Film
Decorating a home doesn't have to mean a life-long commitment to the same look.
Create Character With The Crowning Touch Of Hardwood Mouldings
Looking for a way to add sparkle and impact to a modest home? Some experts suggest a fresh coat of paint, while others recommend a new floor.
New—Saving Technology Shuts Off All Standby Power In A Home With Just One Switch
A new energy saving product hit the U.S. residential home market this month, providing homeowners the ability to effortlessly and expediently turn off all electronics not being used throughout a home with just one master switch.
Smart Solutions For Better Kitchen Organization
What’s the secret to bringing order to kitchen chaos? Organizational experts will tell you it’s the cabinets.
Divide And Conquer Spaces Creatively In Your Home
Doors should do more than just hang around and sit on their hinges. They should be dynamic parts of the home, helping you divide and conquer interior spaces in creative ways that enrich your lifestyle.
Inside ... Outside ... All Around The House: It's Home Improvement Time
Spring always brings its share of surprises. As the snow begins to melt in Northern and Middle Areas, and early flowers ...
Patio Enclosures, Inc. Introduces "Windsor Conservatories"
Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America, announces the addition of "Windsor Conservatories," ...
Laminate Flooring Made In Italy—High Design, High Quality
Laminate floors aren't all manufactured in Sweden or the US for that matter.
Bathroom Beautification Begins At The Door
The bathroom is usually the smallest room in the house, but it's possible to reclaim as much as 10 square feet of space.
Homeowners Bullish On Home Improvements Despite Current Housing Slump
While the forecast for the real estate market has been pretty stormy in recent months, there seems to be a silver lining when it comes to homeowner outlook.
Kiss Messy, Black Asphalt Goodbye!
Through the Roof™ clear roof sealant from Sashco solves the problem of ugly, black roof repairs with a permanent seal that’s both tough and beautiful.
"Green" Your Home with Natural, Sustainable American Hardwoods
Looking for an earth-friendly way to add beauty and warmth to the home? Green, sustainable American hardwood floors, cabinetry and trim add natural elegance to today’s interiors.
Building Green With Copper
If you are looking for ways to "green" your next building project, consider the benefits of copper.
New Exterior Trim Makes Great Impression
Whether you are buying a new home or are selling your existing one, first impressions are everything.
Mold In My House? … Confronting The Issue Of Moisture In Homebuilding And Repair
With more than 100,000 species of mold present in and outdoors, wherever there is standing water or any dampness, it’s no wonder that leading building product manufacturers are making major commitments
Need More Space? Remodel the Basement with Style
Bulky space-consuming furniture is on its way out. Beautiful space-saving wood cabinetry is in, taking its rightful place throughout the home, from formal dining rooms to mud rooms.
How to Create More Space in Rooms without Moving Walls
Bulky space-consuming furniture is on its way out. Beautiful space-saving wood cabinetry is in, taking its rightful place throughout the home, from formal dining rooms to mud rooms.
Hardwood Floors can be Less Expensive Than Cheaper Alternatives, and Healthier, Too
Homeowners love everything about hardwood floors except the cost. Yet, according to industry experts, if homeowners consider other factors beyond initial purchase price and installation, they will find that hardwoods are actually less expensive overa ...
Turn Your Home Into A Sanctuary With Carefree-Maintenance Outdoor Products
You don't have to hop on a plane and travel thousands of miles to find a relaxing retreat. Just step outside your front or back door.
The Recipe For Spicing Up Any Room Is In Your Pocket
Add a dash of elegance to any room or entryway. Install a door-in-the-wall with a Pocket Door Frame.
Want More Space? More Privacy? Think "Pocket Door"
Ever think of how much space a standard swinging door can eat up? Anywhere from 8 to 10 square feet around the entryway. So think about this: any room or hallway can virtually be expanded -- just by installing a door-in-the-wall with the Johnson Pocket
Vinyl Wrap Glass Block Windows Are Ready To Install
Stark Glass Block makes ready-to-install Vinyl Wrap glass block windows that require no mortar or masonry work.
New CertainTeed® Vinyl Fence Features Authentic Wood Grain Texter
Bufftech® Chesterfield privacy fence from CertainTeed, known for its unique design features and low-maintenance characteristics, now features CertaGrain™ authentic wood texture to provide fence dealers more design options.
Mold Coalition Helps Homeowners Control Moisture, Avoid Mold
An Internet search reveals that there are more than 33 million sites one can visit to learn about controlling moisture and mold.
Garaga Launches Its New Vintage Country-Style Door
A garage door has long been considered solely functional, but now the largest moving part of your home is undergoing architectural style.
New Hardwood Guide Solves Decorating Dilemma:
To match, or to mix? That's the toughest question, according to home decorators trying to decide which hardwoods and stain colors to choose for their floors, cabinets, furniture and trim.
Tips For Preserving And Enhancing The Hardwood Floors In Your Home
You'll shine and so will your hardwood floor when you use the right care to keep it looking like new. Here are some sensible do's and don'ts to follow
Hardwood Floors Shine In The 21st Century
Gone are the days of difficult hardwood floor refinishing projects. Now you can have beautiful hardwood floors in your home without the difficulties of dusty, toxic and generally unhealthy downtime
Five Mold Myths And Facts For Homeowners
In a recent Ducker Worldwide Research survey, 86 percent of homeowners said that mold is a critical issue to them. Among 400 consumers surveyed, 74 percent say they have experienced indoor or outdoor moisture issues in their homes
Choosing The Right Adhesives For Home Repair And Remodeling Projects
These tips from the adhesives experts at Macco Adhesives can help when choosing and using an adhesive for your next home remodeling or repair project.
Remodel With Log Siding: Turn An Ordinary House Into A Dream Home
To add architectural detail and interesting texture to plain houses across the country, Wisconsin Log Homes has developed two unique log siding styles that can be used for remodeling. Both are available in pine or cedar, and are ship lapped for easy application. The company also offers the necessary door and window trim to compliment its sidings and complete the remodeling transformation from ordinary to extraordinary.
Planning A Remodeling Project
Planning a remodeling project is critical for success, and one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether or not you’ll do any work yourself. Thoughtful planning is needed to determine what improvements you want and can afford, and whether or not any of these projects fit your available time and skill level.
Environmentally Friendly Ceramic Tile
Ceramic tile, already a favorite of environmentally conscious consumers and designers, just got even better. Thanks to American ingenuity, a waste product that has been a huge landfill problem is now utilized in tile production, creating porcelain ceramic tiles that are as environmentally friendly as they are beautiful.
Make Your Home More Appealing With New Exterior Trim
When it comes to your home, first impressions are everything. And, nothing makes a worse initial impression than exterior trim that is cracked, rotted, peeling or falling apart.
Five Mold Myths And Facts For Homeowners
As many as 44 percent of U.S. households report experiencing mold problems in their homes. This article lays to rest some common myths about mold and provides useful information to help homeowners combat this pervasive problem.
Renovate Your Home With Historic Siding Styles
The charm and appeal of historic home siding styles diminishes greatly when maintenance and cost are factored into the equation ... or does it? With recent advances in vinyl siding technology, homeowners can now enjoy historic siding styles with all of the convenience and cost advantages of vinyl.
Energy Tax Credits: Get Credit Where Credit's Due
If you're planning a building or remodeling project in 2007, you'll want to learn how energy efficiency—and new energy saving tax credits—can help increase the return on your investment.
Custom Built Conservatories: Conservatories Earn High Marks For Bringing Families Together
Conservatories seem to be everyone's favorite place in a home. Learn how a custom-built conservatory can transform your home, turning unused property into a perfect sanctuary for quiet pursuits and cheerful family gatherings.
Seminars From CertainTeed Teach The Thermal Insulation Benefits Of ThermaEZE™ To Concrete Poured Wall Contractors
Thermal Insulation System seminars offered by CertainTeed Corporation are teaching concrete contractors about the many benefits and applications for CertainTeed's ThermaEZE Thermal Insulation System for homeowners.
Building A Brick Home: Brick Offers Unique Options With Handcrafted Appeal
The handcrafted appeal of home's built with brick is undeniable. Building with brick gives homeowners wide latitude over color selection, textures, shapes and styles for a custom look.
Z-Brick Veneer: A Timeless Look With Do-It-Yourself Ease
Z-Brick's unique brick veneer system provides the traditionally beauty of brick in a fraction of the time, and at a fraction of the price. Learn how Z-Brick can be used to enhance your home's appearance both inside and outside.
Drywall Installation Tips From USG Corporation
Drywall installation isn't brain surgery, but a little knowledge can go a long way toward ensuring the success of your next drywall installation project. These tips from USG Corporation, the inventors of drywall, can help.
Remodeling With Laminates: Giving Your Kitchen An Affordable Facelift
Today's modern laminate products are more durable, and beautiful than ever. Learn how you can remodel a tired kitchen into a modern masterpiece on a tight budget with today's decorative laminates.
Adding Insulation To Help Save Money And Energy
Insulation added to your home during a remodeling project can, if chosen wisely, improve comfort for your family and lower your home's heating and cooling bills.
Hardwoods In The Home: New Hardwood Guide Solves Decorating Dilemma For Homeowners
Matching hardwoods in your home, like flooring, cabinetry and furniture, has always been difficult to accomplish. Fortunately, home decorators say that mixing and matching hardwoods and stain colors is an attractive option that's much easier to accomplish.
Energy Efficient Glass Enclosed Conservatory
The beauty of a glass enclosed conservatory was always offset by the realization that a home's energy efficiency and environmental friendliness would suffer at the expense of aesthetics. No more. Intricately detailed, beautiful glass enclosed conservatories are now available in energy efficient designs that satisfy your eyes and your self of environmental responsibility.
SheetRock Drywall Products
Drywall has evolved over the years but remains an important staple in home building and remodeling projects. Learn the story behind the invention of drywall and how new drywall products make building and remodeling easier than ever.
Formaldehyde Free Insulation Products
The low levels of formaldehyde found in certain types of home insulation products have created concern among some homeowners. Johns Manville has addressed these concerns with a full line of formaldehyde-free fiber glass insulation products for building and remodeling projects.
Woodworking Tips For Women
Women have taken up woodworking as a hobby in increasing numbers recently, and many now find satisfaction in the creative opportunities available in woodworking. If you've caught the woodworking bug, this article can point you to some useful resources to help expand your skills and learn about the tools of the "trade."
Residing With Brick: A Brick Face-Lift Can Add Value And Curb Appeal To Your Home
Homeowner's contemplating a residing project usually think in terms of vinyl siding. However, residing with brick is also a viable option for many, and the elegance, value and efficiency benefits of a brick siding upgrade for your home are hard to ignore.
New Energy Efficient Homes Guarantee Comfort And Lower Energy Usage
Homes built from the ground up with energy efficiency in mind are far more likely to achieve significant energy savings for the homeowner. Learn how CertainTeed's energy efficient building material packages can help guarantee the comfort and value you're looking for in your "dream" home.
Insulate To Help Lower Utility Bills In Warmer Months
We wear coats in the winter to insulate our body's from the cold, and we insulate our home's for pretty much the same reason, right? Sure, but insulation products added to attics and other parts of the home can help cut warm weather energy bills as well.
Brick Offers Greatest Options With Handcrafted Appeal
Building a new home or home addition? Learn how the wide variety of clay brick textures, colors, shapes and sizes can give your home a unique, custom appearance.
Preventing Mold and Mildew Growth In New Homes
The potential for mold and mildew growth in your new home—and what can be done to prevent it—should be near the top of your list of things to discuss with architects and building contractors.
CertainTeed Enters Cool Roof Market With Flintglas Energy Efficient Cap Sheet
Flintglas Mineral Surfaced Cap Sheet, a new product from CertainTeed Corporation, features an energy-saving reflectant surface coating for maximum efficiency.
Outdoor Plumbing Makes A Comeback
No, we're not talking about the venerable outhouse … those are likely gone for good! What's discussed in this article is outdoor plumbing in the form of convenient exterior water service outlets installed in strategic locations around your home's exterior.
Home Remodeling Tips: Planning Your Remodeling Project For Value, Comfort And Safety
Remodeling projects are often undertaken for added convenience or improved appearance, but if planned and executed effectively, home remodeling projects can also add value, comfort and safety—an important consideration given that your home is likely the largest investment of your lifetime.
Consumers Eager For Home Makeover Ideas
Who's remodeling? How many are doing it themselves? What projects are they undertaking when it comes time to make over their homes? These questions and more are answered in a survey of homeowners.
"CertainTeed Professional Guide To Siding Installation" Video Now Available On DVD
Proper vinyl siding installation techniques are critical to success in achieving the durability and aesthetic benefits of modern vinyl siding products. CertainTeed's video, titled "CertainTeed Professional Guide to Siding Installation" offers important tips and information to help contractors "get it right" for the benefit of themselves and the homeowners who hire them.
Hints For Homeowners: Tips To Minimize Drywall Project Messes
CertainTeed Corporation, the inventor of drywall, continues its innovative ways with a new drywall joint compound that minimizes the mess associated with a drywall installation project.
Completing Those Fall Home Improvement Projects
Winter weather can wreak havoc on homes that aren't prepared for the onslaught of snow, sleet and ice. Take advantage of mild fall days to deal with home maintenance projects that can help your home weather the long winter months.
New Joint Compound Produces 'Heavy Dust' For Less Mess And Faster Cleanup
Ever try to sand drywall joints in a home building or remodeling project without creating a massive cloud of dust? Now you can, with an innovative, easy to use new joint compound product from CertainTeed Corporation.
Domes, Vaults And Arches Are Now A Reality At Home
Flat home ceilings are so yesterday. Learn how new building and remodeling products make ornamental domes, vaulted ceilings, tray ceilings and sweeping curved arches and soffits a reality for today's homeowner.
New Exterior Trim Adds Curb Appeal To Your Home
Modern composite exterior trim products from MiraTec provide all the beauty of wood and none of the limitations of vinyl. Wether building new or replacing old, cracked or warped trim on an existing home, learn how MiraTec composite trim can make your home shine.
CertainTeed's EverNew® SnapWrap™ Transforms Wood Porch Post With Durable, Easy-Care Style
SnapWrap porch post wrap from CertainTeed provides beauty, durability and care free maintenance for homeowners, while preserving classic appearances.
How To Break Mold's Grip On Your Home
The interplay of mold and moisture was never more evident than in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Learn how moisture contribute's to mold growth and what you can do to break mold's grip on your home.
Add Style To Your Home From Floor To Ceiling
The introduction of new hardwood mouldings can make a dramatic difference in your home's style and appearance. These tips from the American Hardwood Information Center show you simple ways to incorporate solid hardwood moulding in your home's decor.
New Study Finds That Building With Brick Benefits Communities
Most homeowners recognize the value and durability of building with brick. A study confirms this knowledge and points to community wide benefits that result when urban planning officials adopt ordinances that specifiy masonry products in local zoning requirements.
Brick Industry Association's Clay Paving Web Site: Helps Homeowners To Enhance Value And Appearance Of Their Homes
Homeowner's contemplating a building or remodeling project should visit the Brick Industry Association website to learn how clay brick pavers and other brick products can enhance the value and beauty of their homes. Downloadale brochures and other informative documents are available.
Restoration Millwork® Exterior Trim Looks, Feels Like Top-Grade Lumber
Restoration Millwork® exterior trim from CertainTeed Corporation is a solid finish, maintenance free remodeling trim product that looks and feels like top-grade lumber.
Board And Batten Vertical Vinyl Siding From CertainTeed Recreates Centuries-Old Style
CertainTeed's Board and Batten Vertical Vinyl Siding provides home builders and remodelers with the look and feel of the centuries-old cedar siding used in historic early American structures, with the advantages and convenience of vinyl.
New DryRight Fiber Glass Insulation Helps Builders Prevent Mold, Mildew Growth By Allowing Moisture To Escape Wall Cavities
MemBrain-faced DryRight Fiber Glass Insulation from CertainTeed can help control moisture in the wall cavities of your home.
CertainTeed EverNew™ Glass Baluster Railing Creates Clear Design Options
Glass baluster railings provide protection without obstructing views, and CertainTeed's EverNew™ Glass Baluster Railing is a clear favorite with homeowners.
Bolder, Vibrant Colors For Popular Landmark Series Shingles Create High-Definition Roofs
CertainTeed's high definition Landmark Series shingles are now available in an array of new high-contrast colors. The Landmark Series shingles provide added depth and texture to accentuate the features of your roof.
New CertainTeed Northwoods™ Offers Authentic Look Of Milled Cedar Shingles In Vinyl
Love the look of milled cedar shingles but hate the thought of what it might cost to install and maintain? CertainTeed's Northwoods™ line offers an authentic milled cedar look in easy-to-install, maintenance free vinyl.
New Triple 3-1/3" Solid Panels Provide Builders More Soffit, Vertical Siding Options
Triple 3-1/3" solid vinyl trim panels from CertainTeed provide a wide variety of soffit and vertical siding options for homeowners.
CertainTeed Expands Line Of CedarBoards™ Insulated Siding With New Single 7" Rough Cedar Clapboard
Insulated "cedar look" siding from CertainTeed provides energy efficiency and the maintenance free advantages of vinyl with the rustic appeal of rough cedar clapboard siding.
Keeping Children Out Of Harm's Way During A Remodel
Summer is a peak time for home building and remodeling, yet it's also the time of year when children spend the most time at home. Before launching a remodeling project, take steps to ensure that necessary safety precautions have been taken.
Forget Me, Fix My House
Home makeovers—as evidenced by the recent explosion in television show's featuring home remodeling projects—have become a national pastime. Here's the scoop from a recent national survey.
New Website Provides Information About Fighting Mold
As homeowners battle the ever present dangers of mold, USG launches a new website to help them learn about the latest information about mold control in buildings and homes.
Insulation For Your Cathedral Ceilings
Cathedral ceilings add drama and a unique sense of openness that appeals to many homeowners. This article explains how to properly insulate a cathedral ceiling to make your home is as energy efficient as it is beautiful.
Improving Structural Integrity In Your Family Home
Aesthetic upgrades are important to your home's appeal, but homeowners are encouraged to not overlook important structural upgrades for homes that can have a lasting impact on homeowner comfort and a home's long-term value.
Spring Home Improvement Ideas Are Featured On Building Manufacturer Websites
May is National Home Improvement Month, and Spring is a great time to undertake home improvements and additions with an eye toward energy efficiency.
Insulate Your Crawl Space To Save On Summer Cooling Bills
Crawl space insulation can contribute to energy savings all year long. This article discusses the benefits of crawl space insulation and some of the important considerations for homeowners contemplating a crawl space insulation project.
How To Locate An Insulation Contractor To Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency
Some insulation projects are within reach of handy homeowners. But others require the expertise and equipment of a professional insulation installer. Learn how insulation contractors can add value to your home and where to look to find a professional insulation installer in your area.
2005 Brick In Architecture Award Winners
The Brick Industry Association is a trade group representing the brick industry. Each year, the association bestows its Brick in Architecture Awards in honor of projects that feature innovative uses for clay brick in commercial, institutional, residential and multi-family building projects.
Think Environmental Responsibility When Planning A New Home Purchase
Homeowners have an increasing array of environmentally responsible products from which to choose when building a new home. GreenGaurd Certification is one indicator of environmental responsible choices. GreenGaurd Certification is based on low VOC and particle emissions.
How To Remodel And Keep Your Cool
Remodeling projects can be both exciting and exhausting—both physically and emotionally. Learn how advance planning can help you keep your cool during the potential turmoil of a remodeling project in your home.
You Can Minimize The Risk Of Indoor Home Pollutants When Tightening Your Home
Indoor air pollution is an increasing concern for many homeowners, especially when you consider that home's are being built tighter and we spend as much as 90 percent of our time indoors.
Handy Resource For Planning Home Sound Control
The benefits of soundproofing your home are numerous. Think increased concentration on important homework assignments, higher productivity in your home office, and increased privacy. A new website provides a variety of useful resources for homeowners who want to get a handle on home sound control.
Minimize The Risk Of Mold In Your Home
Research conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New York City Health Department reveals some important steps you can take to minimize the risk of mold growth in your home.
Building Code Changes Affect Bathroom Construction
Drywall for dry rooms, green-board for bathrooms, right? Wrong! Changes to the International Residential Code no longer recognize green board—a common term for moisture-resistant, paper-faced drywall products—for use in bathrooms and other wet environments.
Choosing The Right Insulation For Your Home
Selecting the proper insulation for each area in your home is an important decision when building a new home or remodeling an existing one. After all, your safety and comfort and your home's long term energy efficiency and value are at stake.
Insulated Air Ducts: Air Duct Upgrades Make Good Sense For Homeowners
Homeowners don't always participate in important decisions made on their behalf when they've contracted to build a new home. Yet trade-offs made to lower short term out-of-pocket costs could cost much more in the long run when compared to upgrade alternatives like insulated air ducts.
Weck Glass Block In Eurocolors Adds Another Dimension To Contemporary Decor
Homeowner perceptions of glass block are changing as they discover the durable, efficient and attractive glass block building and remodeling options available to them from leading glass block manufacturers like Weck.
Weck Glass Block Styles Add Daylight And Architectural Impact
No longer relegated to backside basement windows, glass block products are are finding increased use and acceptance in some of today's most exquisite home designs.
You Can Minimize The Risk Of Indoor Home Pollutants When Tightening Your Home
Controlling air transfer in new and existing homes is an important tactic for maximizing a home's energy efficiency. Unfortunately, reduced air flow can also cause an increase in indoor home pollutants, unless proper measures are taken.
Building Green With Wood: Turns Out Wood Is A "Green" Building Product After All
Once maligned as a threat to nature's sustainability, wood products have earned new respect as an environmentally responsible choice, thanks to hard work by the wood industry and scientific research studies that now find wood an attractive choice for environmentally-friendly construction projects.
Soundproofing A Home: Tips For Building Quiet Into New And Existing Homes
Insulation for indoor walls is a great way to reduce indoor noise. Learn how insulation and other techniques can help soundproof your home and improve quality of life.
Remodeling With Laminates
Laminate products have expanded well beyond the countertop in home decor. In fact, remodeling with laminates now offers homeowners a range of decorating options that might otherwise have been unreachable.
Vinyl Siding Options: Advanced Vinyl Siding Points To The Future, Offers Links To Past For Today's Homes
Today's vinyl siding is world's better than earlier renditions of the product, and vinyl siding now accounts for a significant majority of all new and renovation home siding products.
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