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Guardian Introduces Guardian Trim
- ebuild (5/18/2007)
- Guardian Building Products Distribution, Inc., announces its newest product line today with the introduction of Guardian Trim TB, Guardian Trim SW, and Guardian Trim FF. This broad lineup of cellular PVC trim offers three low maintenance alternatives to wood-based exterior trim. Guardian Trim TB is made of foamed PVC using the celuka process. With a tougher surface and more flexibility than free foam, this is the ideal product for basic trim board applications. Guardian Trim FF is PVC produced from the free foam manufacturing process.
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ColorMax Prefinished Fiber-Cement Siding
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/14/2007)
- CertainTeed. A combination of recycled fly ash, portland cement, wood fiber, and additives, ColorMax prefinished fiber-cement siding comes in 16 colors and three profiles. The line also includes soffits. It is backed by a warranty covering 50 years on the board and 15 years on the prefinish. 800-233-8990.
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ReCote Masonry Coating
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/14/2007)
- Boral Bricks. With a single coat, ReCote masonry coating changes the look of brick, stone block, or any other masonry product, the firm says. Backed by a 10-year warranty, it comes in 30 colors and does not require any primer. It dries five times thicker than standard paint, according to the company, and can be applied with a handheld hopper sprayer or professional texture sprayer. 800-526-7255.
- More Builders Focus on Energy Efficiency
- Augusta Chronicle, The (5/13/2007)
- Q: We just got back from a visit to friends who told us all about their great energy-efficient home and how low their energy bills were. They're most often features built into the house during construction or outside the normal living space. A house that is energy-efficient should have a well-sealed thermal envelope (walls, ceiling and foundation), meet the local climate's recommended level of insulation, good windows that seal tightly, efficient appliances, including the heating and cooling system, good roof overhangs, attic ventilation, a basic home design that encourages natural ventilation, and a whole bunch of other factors.
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Cedar Discovery Cedar Shingle Siding
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/10/2007)
- Alcoa. Designed to combine the look of weathered white cedar shingles with the low maintenance of premium siding, the triple 5-inch profile of the Cedar Discovery line measures 69-1/2 inches long. It features a full side-panel lock that does not require caulking, the firm says, and a new corner post accessory comes in matching colors and textures. 800-962-6973.
- New Arrivals: Product Galore
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/9/2007)
- Siding, roofing, lighting, windows, flooring, and much more.
- Keep Your Cool With Silicone Caulk This Summer
- Business Wire (5/8/2007)
- It's time to start your spring home sealing projects to keep the air conditioning in, the heat out, and energy costs down. Gaps and cracks around windows and doors let air conditioning escape, accounting for 25 to 40 percent of the energy used to cool a home, according to the Environmental Protection Agency1.Choosing the right caulk to seal a home is important, and following the lead of professionals can help.
- 2007 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show & Conference
- Hanley Wood News Service (5/8/2007)
- Last week, the editors of CUSTOM HOME, residential architect, BUILDER, and REMODELING magazines reported from the Las Vegas Convention Center to tell you about the newest product and design trends. Read on to find out what's happening with Faucets & Fixtures; Toilets, Tubs, & Showers; Home Automation & Lighting; Appliances & Cabinetry; and Surfacing.
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New Flat Capstones and New Color by Cultured Stone Provide New Options for Outdoor Living
- ebuild (5/7/2007)
- The Flat Capstone collection offers builders additional flexibility for a variety of outdoor living design uses. They can be used for outdoor seating areas, as caps for planters or walls that require a flat surface to place items upon or anywhere a flat capstone is called for, while also providing correct run off protection. The stones also may be cut to create custom-sized trim or sills, and the 12" wide Flat Capstones can be used as hearthstone extensions for gas fireplaces. The new Mocha color was developed to coordinate with 11 Cultured Stone veneer colors and three Cultured Brick veneer colors.
- Painting Pointer: Cheap Isn't Worth It
- Daily Herald; Arlington Heights, Ill. (5/5/2007)
- President of Eclipse Painting and Wallcovering, Ltd., Arlington HeightsEven an experienced painter will have trouble doing a good job using cheap tools.Q. What are some must-have tools for home paint jobs?
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