Hundreds of exhibitors took over the show floor at the combined 2014 Remodeling Show, DeckExpo, and JLC Live event last month in Baltimore. Alternative decking solutions and accessories abounded, as well as plenty of exterior products. Here are 11 new products—some of which are from brand new manufacturers—for you to consider for your upcoming projects.
Admiral SpaceMaker Outdoor Flooring
Admiral SpaceMaker's "Super Seal" interlocking design and specialized edge components direct water to the edges of the boards and away from foundation walls, keeping the space underneath clean and dry. Unlike aftermarket or secondary products used to create underdeck drainage, Admiral SpaceMaker PVC materials let installers create usable space below decks with a single product and installation. Admiral Spacesaver | admiral-spacemaker.com
Andersen Windows With Verilock
Adding the option of Honeywell Verilock sensors lets homeowners tie E-Series windows into their home security system. The sensors are built into the windows' locks and require no visible wiring to communicate locked, unlocked, open, or closed, status with a home security system. Whereas other window and door sensors can void product warranties, the Verilock sensors are embedded at the factory, keeping the warranty intact. Besides home security, window and door sensors can help homeowners improve their energy efficiency, identifying windows that need to be closed or locked to keep conditioned air in the home where it belongs. Andersen Windows | 888.888.7020 | andersenwindows.com
Deceuninck Baluster and Deck Lighting Options
New deck lighting and baluster options are available to complement the maker's Clubhouse Decking product line. Clubhouse Lighting comes in black, white, and contrasting bronze, and includes postcap lights, down lights for deck posts, and step lights, as well as recessed deck lights for use on stairs, walkways, and perimeters. Deckorator balusters are also available to help accent outdoor living spaces and are custom-coated to match Clubhouse Elite Railings. Choose from round, square, or 4-inch glass slats. Deceuninck USA | clubhousedecking.com
Dexerdry Deck Waterproofing
Adding a rubber mallet to your toolbox is all you need to install Dexerdry as part of your next deck project. The product's above-floor joist flange acts as a spacer for deck boards while waterproofing the deck and providing dry, usable space underneath. Designed to withstand the elements, the maker says that Dexerdry is low-maintenance and can withstand 3,000-psi power washing. Dexerdry | 732.551.9969 | dexerdry.com
Exteria Building Products Cladding
Combining decades of experience in cedar replicas and polypropylene cladding, Exteria's shake, shingle, and masonry panel options give exterior designers and their clients a variety of color and texture combinations. EZ Lock panels install in 25% less time than similar products, and offer virtually maintenance-free cladding. The maker's Responsibility to Realism initiative helps ensure that products including Stacked Stone and Rough-Sawn Cedar have a truly authentic look. Exteria Building Products | 877.398.3742 | exteriabp.com
MoistureShield Brazilian Chestnut Colorway
A third color has been added to the MoistureShield Pro collection. Brazilian chestnut features a wide color variation ranging from light to deep browns, replicating its namesake hardwood. Other colors in the line include graystone and ipe. MoistureShield Pro combines a composite core with an extra-thin capstock to provide fade, stain, scratch, and slip resistance. The boards can be installed on-ground or even underwater without voiding the product warranty. MoistureShield | moistureshield.com
NyloBoard NyloPorch Porch Flooring
NyloPorch is the latest introduction from NyloBoard and is made from the same composite material as the original decking material—100% recycled carpet fiber. The tongue-and-groove porch boards contain no wood or PVC and resist moisture, mold, mildew, and termites. Available in 3- and 5-inch widths and the same five colors as NyloDeck, NyloPorch is rated for uniform live load of 100 pounds per square foot with support framing spaced at up to 24 inches. The material is backed by a 25-year fade and stain warranty and a 25-year limited residential warranty. NyloBoard | 877.695.6909 | nyloboard.com
Palram Paldeck PVC Decking
Entering the PVC decking market, Paldeck is produced using "cool" color technology to reduce heat building in the boards. This resistance to damage from high temperatures, extreme climatic conditions, and corrosive environments makes Paldeck a durable option backed by a 25-year warranty, the maker says. Palram | palram.com
Panda Windows Multi-Panel Doors
If a wide-span door is called for on your next high-end project, consider the flexibility of Panda multi-panel sliding and folding doors. Available in a variety of heights and widths. Folding door styles allow designers to specify certain panels as in-swing doors for easy passage without opening the entire door. Sliding doors have the benefit of a flush track for a smooth, no-threshold finish. Panda Windows | 702.643.5700 | panda-windows.com
Royal Building Products Zuri Premium Decking
This alternative decking option combines the durability of PVC with photorealistic imaging to create a true exotic hardwood look in a low-maintenance product. A clear acrylic overlayer seals around the edges of the printed photo, securing it to the board and protecting it from the elements. The acrylic provides a finish that resists scratches, stains, fading, and moisture. Minimal grain pattern repetition should satisfy homeowners who are seeking a natural aesthetic. Royal Building Products | zuri.royalbuildingproducts.com
ZomeTek Bamboo Decking
Drawing on its experience in bamboo materials, Aboeda introduces Zometek composite bamboo decking. A blend of natural bamboo fiber and recycled HDPE plastics creates a durable, construction-grade material. The low-maintenance decking is available in five through-color options, and users can choose from reversible deck boards with smooth and grooved textures on opposite sides, or 12-inch-square decking tiles in mosaic or slat patterns. ZomeTek | 800.607.2414 | zometek.com
