Victoria Markovitz

Wrap It Up!

by Victoria Markovitz

Manufacturers add convenience and more benefits to housewrap.
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Small Gets Big

by Victoria Markovitz

Thanks to battery technology advancements, cordless tools pack more power, and new improvements are driving them to become more compact, as well. “The actual motor performance is getting better, and we have the ability to deliver more power out of a smaller motor,” says Shane Moll, Milwaukee's vice president of marketing for tools and equipment.
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Use of fiber-cement siding is growing

by Victoria Markovitz

Though vinyl remains the least expensive and most used siding, fiber-cement continues to make strides in the market. Known for its higher-end appearance, durability, and green qualities, fiber-cement is expected to lead siding in growth through 2008, reaching almost 14 million squares, according to a report by market research company The Freedonia Group.