When Trus Joist introduced the first engineered I-joist in 1969, it wasn't to save the planet. It was to help save a building industry that depended on huge, old-growth trees that were quickly becoming scarce and more protected by regulators. More
Kohler. The industryís first one-piece, 1.0-gpf, high-efficiency toilet with pressure assist technology, the San Raphael Pressure Lite uses compressed air to propel water for strong flushing power. According to the firm, the toilet, which carries the EPA WaterSense label, can save a household of four 7,000 to 10,000 gallons of water a year versus a standard 1.6-gpf model. The unit has Comfort Height seating and an elongated bowl. 800.456.4537. More
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Sometimes it takes more than a gentle nudge to get a referral from a client. Next time, consider an “actionable piece” ó an eye-catching response mechanism that thanks clients for their business and makes it worth their while to jot down others who might need your remodeling services. More
Trim is becoming increasingly sophisticated, with manufacturers making sure their products' shades match nearly everyone else's, and expanding widths and thicknesses to meet the needs of the smallest to the largest jobs. More
Composite and vinyl decks offer durability, low maintenance, and aesthetic benefits like non-fading colors. LP offers Crystal White Composite Railing for its Crystal White composite decking, Weyerhaeuser recently unveiled matching railings for its ChoiceDek composite decking, and L.B. Plastics' new SheerView Glass Railing System combines tempered glass with a high-impact metal-reinforced PVC frame from the maker's Sheerline 4500 Series railing system. More
Vinyl siding already offers homeowners a low-maintenance product with good looks, an array of color selections, and rugged nail hems. More
