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Danze. The Opulence deck-mount vessel filler showcases a modernized Victorian style to match the rest of the extensive Opulence faucet collection. The single-handle filler stands nearly 16 inches high. Opulence faucets employ ceramic-disc cartridges for drip-free operation. The Opulence deck-mount vessel filler is available in several finishes, including oil-rubbed bronze, antique copper, and brushed nickel. 877-530-3344. www.danze.com.

FlowGuard Gold. Featuring corrosion and scale resistance, quiet operation, and durability, Flex pipe and Gold Bendable pipe are new flexible piping products. A three-layer design protects the Flex pipe against chlorine and ultraviolet light degradation, says the maker. Gold Bendable composite pipe uses a multi-layer design in under-slab applications, eliminating the need for joints and reducing the risk of leaks, the firm says. 888-234-2436. www.flowguardgold.com.

Porter-Cable. Featuring an easily removed top-cap design for efficient cleaning, the company's palm-grip quarter sheet sanders and palm-grip random orbit sanders also have dual dust ports that accept 1-inch to 1-1/2-inch vacuum hoses. The sheet sanders, models 342 and 342K, have 2.4-amp motors, and the orbit sanders, models 343, 343K, 344, and 343VSK, have 3-amp motors. 888-848-5175. www.porter-cable.com.

Simonton. The StormBreaker Plus line of impact-resistant vinyl windows now includes three new frame options that the company says allow builders to quickly position the windows during new-construction projects. A new box frame with fin is available for brick applications, a box frame with fin and J-channel is available for siding applications, and a masonry flange is now offered for concrete block applications. 800-746-6686. www.simonton.com.

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. www.certainteed.com.

Cadsoft Corp. Envisioneer 4.0 software provides tools such as an advanced drafting toolset for fast drawing and detailing, a new drawing worksheet module with scaled page layout views, and parametric model details to automate time-consuming tasks such as the application of quoining and corner trim. The software also offers enhanced framing features and advanced precision insertion of walls and openings to increase drawing speed. 888-223-7638. www.cadsoft.com.

Kohler. Available on Devonshire bath and shower faucets, accessories, fittings, and showering components, the dark brown oil-rubbed bronze finish features copper highlights. Traditional in appearance, it offers an alternative to lighter bronze finishes, the maker says. The new finish will eventually be offered on other product lines. 800-456-4537. www.kohler.com.

EcoStar. Complementing Seneca Cedar shake tiles, Seneca Plus tiles for steep-slope roofing mimic the look of hand-split cedar shake. Composed of recycled rubber and plastic, they come in widths of 6, 9, and 12 inches and in nine colors. The product comes with a 50-year warranty. 800-211-7170. www.ecostar.carlisle.com.

Comfortmaker. The 14 SEER line includes dual-fuel, gas-electric heat pump and air conditioner units that offer quiet performance and Energy Star efficiency. It comes in four models and uses a two-stage compressor that ramps up or down to condition the air. Two-stage gas heating eliminates uncomfortable temperature swings, and variable-speed fan motors reduce sound, the maker says. 800-458-6650. www.comfortmaker.com.

Gaggenau. Showcasing a distinctive loading and unloading function, the 24-inch BL 253 Lift Oven lowers directly to the countertop. Heat remains in the oven cavity, reducing energy loss during lift operations, says the firm. Foods, such as breads and pizza, can be cooked directly on the glass ceramic base. It has built-in placement in top cabinet locations, 11 heating methods, and halogen lighting. 877-442-4436. www.gaggenau-usa.com.