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Other stories by Charles Wardell

  • Extra-Warm Tub

    The York tub retains heat better than other baths, says its maker

  • Faux Shakes

    Bellaforte polymer roofing shakes can be installed to look like rough-hewn wood shakes

  • Double Duty

    Premium Plus Zero VOC Interior Paint combines the primer and finish coat in one product

  • Disappearing Ridge Vent

    The SmartRidge vent has a baffle on one side only so it's hidden from the street

  • Clean Woodburner

    The Lopi Cape Cod Woodstove is billed as the cleanest-burning large cast-iron stove available

  • Business: Sandler Sales Training: Is It Worth the Cost?

    Sandler sales training: Is it worth the cost?

  • Durable Decks

    Decks and porches on beach homes take the brunt of any storm. Add to that the homeowners' desire for low-maintenance finishes that stand the test of time even in a salt environment, and it's clear that builders have to be especially fussy about their deck materials choices and installation methods...

  • Tile Roofs for Hurricane Zones

    One of the most common problems found in the aftermath of hurricanes Frances, Charley, and Ivan was failure of the roofing system. The tile industry responded to the problem with new design criteria and installation details, which have since been added to the Florida Building Code. Charles Wardell...

  • Selecting Sunrooms for Coastal Homes

    You can now get a prefabricated sunroom that will satisfy nearly every design and budget. But you have to work with the manufacturer to make sure you get what you and your customers want. Our guide to systems, glazing, and current codes will help you select sunrooms for the long run, leaving...

  • Genuine Mold

    It doesn't take a Category 5 hurricane to create a huge mold problem. Mold is rampant throughout the East and Gulf Coast regions. But coastal contractors need to know that mold is not toxic and does not cause diseases. It is simply an allergen that has to be dealt with accordingly.