January-February 2020 Table of Contents

From the Editor
People, Not Robots, Will Help Solve the Skilled Labor Crisis From the Editor People, Not Robots, Will Help Solve the Skilled Labor Crisis

Is technology the answer to our skilled labor woes? Not any time soon. Read more

Your Business
RRI Positive, But Projects Smaller Growth in Next Two Years Remodeling RRI Positive, But Projects Smaller Growth in Next Two Years

Annual growth rates in the remodeling industry have cooled significantly compared with the 5% growth averaged the past several years. Read more

Freedonia Group: Metal Roofing Sales to Outpace Overall Roofing Growth Through 2023 Remodeling Freedonia Group: Metal Roofing Sales to Outpace Overall Roofing Growth Through 2023

Sales of metal roofing will be bolstered by manufacturers' efforts to offer standing seam panels in a wider array of colors and patterns. Read more

Vinyl, Metal Windows to Drive Demand Growth Through 2023 Remodeling Vinyl, Metal Windows to Drive Demand Growth Through 2023

The Freedonia Group projects demand for windows will increase 4.5% annually over the next four years. Read more

EPA Bans Distribution of Paint Strippers With Deadly Chemical Remodeling EPA Bans Distribution of Paint Strippers With Deadly Chemical

Agency regulations now prohibit the manufacture, processing, and distribution of methylene chloride in paint strippers. Read more

Hausera Highlights Kitchen Design Trends for 2020 Remodeling Hausera Highlights Kitchen Design Trends for 2020

Two-toned kitchen counters and hard accent patterns are among the emerging trends the kitchen and bath specialty retailer projects will be big in the year ahead. Read more

Survey: Homeowners Planning More Kitchen and Bath Renovations Remodeling Survey: Homeowners Planning More Kitchen and Bath Renovations

The Hausera survey also reveals top renovation challenges, sources of inspiration, and style preferences for kitchen, bath, and laundry room projects. Read more

Replacement Contractor
Avoiding Roofing Errors Avoiding Roofing Errors

When it comes to keeping water out of a building, fine details matter. Read more

Feature: 2020 Cost vs. Value Report
2020 Cost vs. Value Report Remodeling 2020 Cost vs. Value Report

See the costs of doing nearly two dozen popular remodeling projects in more than 100 markets nationwide plus the value that real estate professionals say those projects will add to a home's price at resale. Read more

Key Trends in the 2020 Cost vs. Value Report Remodeling Key Trends in the 2020 Cost vs. Value Report

Though consumers are growing increasingly concerned about the U.S. economy, at least they can remain confident about the return on investment for remodeling. Read more

Design
Budget, Timing, and Priorities Align in This Practical Whole-House Makeover Design Budget, Timing, and Priorities Align in This Practical Whole-House Makeover

A well-prioritized, gradual remodel that aligns with a client's budget and tolerance for change may be the wisest solution. Read more

Products
Roofing and Flashing Products: Reflective Shingles, Kickout Diverters, and Flashing Solutions Remodeling Roofing and Flashing Products: Reflective Shingles, Kickout Diverters, and Flashing Solutions

New roofing products from IKO, DryFlekt, Boral Roofing, Owens Corning, and T-Rex. Read more

You Built It
Level Set on a Classic Coastal Kitchen Remodeling Level Set on a Classic Coastal Kitchen

In this kitchen rehab, an array of parallel lines required level perfection. Read more

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