Say no tanks or hoses for roofing repairs and small jobs in high places.
Color-matching trim heads, sharp points, and self-clearing threads--designed for composite decking
At just 12 pounds, these solar roofing modules don't require structural reinforcement and stilll resist wind uplift.
Roller- or spray-applied, Vycor enV covers all seams and fasteners in sheathing and serves as a premeable vapor barrier while protecting homes against air and water intrusion.
Fiber-cement siding manufacturer Nichiha recently introduced a low-priced line of shakes.
Wolf says its PVC Decking offers the performance of premium PVC at a more affordable price.
Not everyone relishes the challenge of coping and mitering crown molding.

American Hydrotech GardNet
A garden-roof-system component made of 0.5"-inch-thick polyethylene sheet.
OSI QUAD is a premium exterior sealant that sticks to wet surfaces, does not accumulate dust, and “self-tools” into a concave shape, says the maker.
CertainTeed’s Highland Slate is a single-layer fiberglass shingle that duplicates the texture and color of natural slate.
Each board in the new Heritage Collection of 2x6 redwood decking is hand-picked and run through the planer at low speed to give it a refined finish, says the maker.
IB-3 StormStopper is a self-adhering (50-mil-thick) mineral surface underlayment that can be used to protect trouble spots like valleys and rake edges or the entire roof.

Andersen Exterior Trim System
Quickly installs on the company's A-Series, 400 Series, and 200 Series windows.

Abbaka Hy-Ex Ventilator
A roof exhaust that is less obtrusive and better looking than standard ventilators.

Guiding Lights
New luminaire offerings for exterior applications.
The company that pioneered the use of hidden fasteners now offers a jig that helps you fasten deck boards.
The benefits of rain-screen siding are beyond dispute, but getting the details right can be tricky.
Simpson's new VTCR single-sided valley truss clip eliminates the need to bevel the bottom chord - or use wedges - when installing a valley truss over a supporting roof.
Andersen's new Folding Patio Door has an unusual top-hung design that allows its panels fold up and out the way easily.
Safecoat Naturals nontoxic paints are finishes made from - in the maker's words - only "natural earth-based plant and mineral components."