Second GlanceThe 100 products worth another look.

  • By Jeffery Lee, Victoria Markovitz and Stephanie Holman

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Waupaca Elevator Paca-Glide Elevator System

Paca-Glide Elevator System

26 Waupaca Elevator. The Paca-Glide elevator system utilizes a winding-drum drive system to eliminate the need for a separate machine room. The electric motor that drives the rope-winding mechanism is mounted above the rail in the hoistway, and a wide-ride stance design in the hoistway delivers a stable ride, the manufacturer says. A variety of cab finishing packages are available. 800-238-8739. www.waupacaelevator.com.

California Closets

Closet Storage System

27 California Closets. The Classic White walk-in closet features adjustable shelving, a hidden portable laundry hamper, and a dresser drawer hutch, all wall-mounted. Offered in white and three wood-like shades, this laminate system can be accessorized with baskets, drawer inserts, and other organizing tools. 800-873-2464. www.calclosets.com.

United Solar Ovonic Photovoltaic Laminates and Shingles

Photovoltaic Laminates and Shingles

28 United Solar Ovonic. These photovoltaic laminates and shingles, which blend into a roofing pattern or with traditional asphalt shingles, are virtually unbreakable, the manufacturer claims. The roofing laminates bond to 16-inch-wide flat steel pans and have bonding adhesive on the back. The thin-film solar cell shingle incorporates photovoltaic properties into the shingle and replaces the conventional shingles. 248-475-0100. http://www.uni-solar.com.

Earthstone Wood-Fired Modular Home Pizza Oven

Wood-Fired Modular Home Pizza Oven

29 Earthstone Wood-Fire Ovens. For a touch of Old World authenticity, the model 60 modular home pizza oven can be installed using concrete blocks (shown) or a steel-frame faced in tile, stucco, stone, or brick. A 4-inch-thick slab of concrete forms the base of the oven pieces. Serious home cooks will appreciate its 23-inch-by-26-inch interior cooking area lined with cold-pressed baker's tiles said to be extremely durable and heat retentive. 800-840-4915. www.earthstoneovens.com.

Closets and Storage Concepts

Closets and Storage Concepts

30 Closets and Storage Concepts. Using a 3/4-inch melamine laminate, this closet system is adjustable after installation so the homeowner can change it around as storage needs change. Custom-designed, the system can be built on or off the floor. Laminate, acrylic, or glass doors add protection and style. The system is available in white, almond, and nine wood-grain finishes. 888-843-2567. www.closetandstorageconcepts.com.

MTI Whirlpools

Tempered Glass Shower Doors and Panels

31 MTI Whirlpools. Engineered to fit the manufacturer's shower bases, new glass doors and panels are constructed of 10-millimeter-thick tempered safety glass with beveled edges and feature PVC seals and magnetic door closures. Cast brass hinges and handles are standard. 800-783-8827. www.mtiwhirlpools.com.

Oshkosh Designs Devotion Floor Medallion

Devotion Floor Medallion

32 Oshkosh Designs. One of four compositions by designer Eli Olivarez, the Devotion floor medallion features natural stones and colored glass, displaying craftsmanship and innovative design. The company offers a wide selection of floor inlays in exotic woods, stone, metals, and colored glass in an array of styles. 877-582-9977. www.oshkoshdesigns.com.

Pearl Permanent Escape and Rescue Ladder

Permanent Escape and Rescue Ladder

33 Pearl. The Permanent Escape and Rescue Ladder is a built-in ladder that can be deployed easily and quickly in the event of a fire. The compact unit can be installed beneath second- and third-story windows into a finished space of 14 inches by 16 inches. The maker says the ladder can support up to 1,500 pounds, and it blends with any décor. 800-374-5737. www.pearlprotected.com.

GE Plastics Clear Lexan Storm Panel

Clear Lexan Storm Panel

34 GE Plastics. Made of a resin material, the Lexan clear storm panel can completely cover a window or door and has four times the impact resistance of plywood while being 30 percent to 50 percent lighter than metal panels, the maker claims. The transparent panel can be left in place for the entire storm season and has UV protection on both sides. 800-752-7842. www.geplastics.com.

Used as porch pedestals, room dividers, or entryway accents, the adjustable height and varying panel options of the DuraLite Square fiberglass columns conform to specific design criteria and builders' project requirements, says the maker. Constructed of fiberglass-reinforced polymers (FRP), the columns are available in 8- and 10-inch-square widths in heights of 6, 8, 9, 10, and 12 feet. 800-468-5993.

Dixie-Pacific.

35 Dixie-Pacific. Used as porch pedestals, room dividers, or entryway accents, the adjustable height and varying panel options of the DuraLite Square fiberglass columns conform to specific design criteria and builders' project requirements, says the maker. Constructed of fiberglass-reinforced polymers (FRP), the columns are available in 8- and 10-inch-square widths in heights of 6, 8, 9, 10, and 12 feet. 800-468-5993. www.dixiepacific.com.

Dek Drain Underside Water Diversion System

Underside Deck Water Diversion System

36 Dek Drain. Constructed from a pliable commercial rubber membrane in black or white, this water diversion system captures rain water that drips through the deck surface and directs it toward the gutter system for drainage. Top-side products are used for new construction, while the Dek Drain Underside system is designed for existing decks and is installed on the bottom of the deck joists. 866-335-3724. www.dekdrain.com.

The 5WB2 series offers a complete line of two-tier pull-out chrome wire baskets for both vanity and kitchen cabinet applications. Available in six sizes for bases of 12, 15, 18, 21, and 24 inches, the line features heavy-duty chrome plating and full-extension slides in 18 inches or 22 inches. 502-499-5835.

Rev-A-Shelf.

37 Rev-A-Shelf. The 5WB2 series offers a complete line of two-tier pull-out chrome wire baskets for both vanity and kitchen cabinet applications. Available in six sizes for bases of 12, 15, 18, 21, and 24 inches, the line features heavy-duty chrome plating and full-extension slides in 18 inches or 22 inches. 502-499-5835. www.rev-a-shelf.com.

Made from solid extruded vinyl, the DrySpace deck drainage system channels water that falls through the gap in the deck away from the house, transforming the area under a second-story deck into dry, usable space, according to the manufacturer. The firm says the off-white color and design give the under-deck area a cleaner finished look. 800-307-7780.

TimberTech

38 TimberTech. Made from solid extruded vinyl, the DrySpace deck drainage system channels water that falls through the gap in the deck away from the house, transforming the area under a second-story deck into dry, usable space, according to the manufacturer. The firm says the off-white color and design give the under-deck area a cleaner finished look. 800-307-7780. www.timbertech.com.

Engineered for freestanding or built-in applications, the Architect series outdoor entertaining collection includes 27-inch and 36-inch high-performance grills enhanced by built-in thermometers on the lids, halogen lighting, and independent 22,500-BTU side burners. Other units in the series include a stainless steel refrigerator with all-stainless interior, an icemaker, and a refreshment center complete with sink, faucet, water filtration system, insulated ice bin, and more. 800-422-1230.

KitchenAid

39 KitchenAid. Engineered for freestanding or built-in applications, the Architect series outdoor entertaining collection includes 27-inch and 36-inch high-performance grills enhanced by built-in thermometers on the lids, halogen lighting, and independent 22,500-BTU side burners. Other units in the series include a stainless steel refrigerator with all-stainless interior, an icemaker, and a refreshment center complete with sink, faucet, water filtration system, insulated ice bin, and more. 800-422-1230. www.kitchenaid.com.

SpeedLine eases the installation of plumbing and electrical lines by separating each line to meet code requirements and reducing the number of holes that have to be cut in joists. Instead of cutting a hole for each plumbing or electrical line, the installer attaches SpeedLine with nails or screws, a process that can take minutes, according to the manufacturer. 866-426-8067.

Matrix Xtreme

40 Matrix Xtreme Co. SpeedLine eases the installation of plumbing and electrical lines by separating each line to meet code requirements and reducing the number of holes that have to be cut in joists. Instead of cutting a hole for each plumbing or electrical line, the installer attaches SpeedLine with nails or screws, a process that can take minutes, according to the manufacturer. 866-426-8067. www.matrixxtreme.com.

EnviroGlas Terrazzo features 100 percent post-consumer and post-industrial recycled glass blended with a pigmented epoxy resin base to create terrazzo floors, countertops, and other surfaces that are naturally chemical- and bacteria-resistant and produce no VOC off-gasses, says the firm. The recycled glass chips are available in several types and colors, including clear, flint, mirrored, tinted plate, blue, green, amber, and mixtures. 888-523-7894.

EnviroGlas Products

41 EnviroGlas Products. EnviroGlas Terrazzo features 100 percent post-consumer and post-industrial recycled glass blended with a pigmented epoxy resin base to create terrazzo floors, countertops, and other surfaces that are naturally chemical- and bacteria-resistant and produce no VOC off-gasses, says the firm. The recycled glass chips are available in several types and colors, including clear, flint, mirrored, tinted plate, blue, green, amber, and mixtures. 888-523-7894. www.enviroglasproducts.com.

The Tuftex DeckDrain system expands living space under a deck by channeling water under raised decks away from the home. The product, which the manufacturer says also serves as an attractive ceiling, is installed by attaching slope building brackets to the joists and then attaching 10-foot UltraVinyl panels to the brackets with DeckDrain fasteners.

Tallant Industries

42 Tallant Industries. The Tuftex DeckDrain system expands living space under a deck by channeling water under raised decks away from the home. The product, which the manufacturer says also serves as an attractive ceiling, is installed by attaching slope building brackets to the joists and then attaching 10-foot UltraVinyl panels to the brackets with DeckDrain fasteners. 800-777-7663. www.tuftexpanel.com.

The IWP exterior folding door system accommodates large openings up to 48 feet. Available in numerous configurations in wood and fiberglass, the accordion-style doors neatly fold aside to create a functional breezeway to the outdoors. Each door panel has a locking mechanism. The doors come in standard heights of up to 8 feet in fiberglass and up to 10 feet in wood. Twelve-foot-tall special-order wood units also are available. 800-877-9482

Jeld-Wen

43 Jeld-Wen. The IWP exterior folding door system accommodates large openings up to 48 feet. Available in numerous configurations in wood and fiberglass, the accordion-style doors neatly fold aside to create a functional breezeway to the outdoors. Each door panel has a locking mechanism. The doors come in standard heights of up to 8 feet in fiberglass and up to 10 feet in wood. Twelve-foot-tall special-order wood units also are available. 800-877-9482. www.jeld-wen.com.

Splitrock handcrafted lightweight stone veneer, shown in Lake Country, combines the rough, textured stone of the Splitface style with the smooth, rounder edges of the company's River Rock product. The product is made from individually selected stones using a unique blend of portland cement with natural aggregates and pigments, the company says. 888-786-6626.

Trilite Stone

44 Trilite Stone. Splitrock handcrafted lightweight stone veneer, shown in Lake Country, combines the rough, textured stone of the Splitface style with the smooth, rounder edges of the company's River Rock product. The product is made from individually selected stones using a unique blend of portland cement with natural aggregates and pigments, the company says. 888-786-6626. www.trilitestone.com.

ReWeb is the first engineered solution for repairing damaged I-joist webs or for cutting non-standard holes in I-joists, according to the company, solving most I-joist problems in about 10 minutes. The manufacturer also claims the product allows contractors to maximize the use of I-joists. 866-426-8067.

Matrix Xtreme Co.

45 Matrix Xtreme Co. ReWeb is the first engineered solution for repairing damaged I-joist webs or for cutting non-standard holes in I-joists, according to the company, solving most I-joist problems in about 10 minutes. The manufacturer also claims the product allows contractors to maximize the use of
I-joists. 866-426-8067. www.matrixxtreme.com.

The 44-inch See-Through gas fireplace features variable flame height control and adjustable heat output of 31,500 to 48,000 BTUs. The 44-inch-wide and 20-inch-deep model can be vented through the wall or roof. By adding an optional fan to the unit, homeowners can add warmth to the rooms the fireplace opens to. It is available with Modernist or Art & Crafts designer fronts in multiple finishes, including pewter or black. 800-927-6841.

Heatilator

46 Heatilator. The 44-inch See-Through gas fireplace features variable flame height control and adjustable heat output of 31,500 to 48,000 BTUs. The 44-inch-wide and 20-inch-deep model can be vented through the wall or roof. By adding an optional fan to the unit, homeowners can add warmth to the rooms the fireplace opens to. It is available with Modernist or Art & Crafts designer fronts in multiple finishes, including pewter or black. 800-927-6841. www.heatilator.com.

Eon fencing is designed to look like wood, but it is resistant to heat, UV rays, insects, wet weather, and mold, claims the maker. The low-maintenance product, which does not contain organic material, features hidden hinges and metal reinforcements. It is easy to assemble and install with standard tools, and it can be installed at almost any angle, the manufacturer says. 866-342-5366.

Eon

47 Eon. Eon fencing is designed to look like wood, but it is resistant to heat, UV rays, insects, wet weather, and mold, claims the maker. The low-maintenance product, which does not contain organic material, features hidden hinges and metal reinforcements. It is easy to assemble and install with standard tools, and it can be installed at almost any angle, the manufacturer says. 866-342-5366. www.eonoutdoor.com.

Alleghany Stack manufactured stone, shown in Chatauqua Blush, was developed to create the look of a dry lay--meaning no visible mortar. Allegany Stack can be blended with a variety of the company's other products to create a unique look. The product is colorfast, weatherproof, and durable, and no heavy foundations or footings are required for installation, the company says. 800-295-1120.

Crown Hill Stone

48 Crown Hill Stone. Alleghany Stack manufactured stone, shown in Chatauqua Blush, was developed to create the look of a dry lay--meaning no visible mortar. Allegany Stack can be blended with a variety of the company's other products to create a unique look. The product is colorfast, weatherproof, and durable, and no heavy foundations or footings are required for installation, the company says. 800-295-1120. www.crownhill.com.

Available in 110- and 220-volt formats, the Energy Star-rated MatComfort 82F floor-warming system sustains temperatures at or below 82 degrees F for laminate and engineered-wood floors. The floor-sensing thermostat is programmable up to seven days, automatically adjusting to desired temperatures at specific times, states the maker. Installed between the floor and the subfloor, the heating mats come in 60 sizes. 800-778-9276.

Nuheat

49 Nuheat. Available in 110- and 220-volt formats, the Energy Star-rated MatComfort 82F floor-warming system sustains temperatures at or below 82 degrees F for laminate and engineered-wood floors. The floor-sensing thermostat is programmable up to seven days, automatically adjusting to desired temperatures at specific times, states the maker. Installed between the floor and the subfloor, the heating mats come in 60 sizes. 800-778-9276. www.nuheat.com.

Three new fiber-cement siding lines feature Nanotechnology, a thin layer of silica that self-cleans the panels when it rains or when they are sprayed, the maker claims. The 9-square-foot panels are Quarry Stone, which replicates patterns of marble, granite, and slate; Cut Stone, which provides a clean-cut symmetrical surface style in four colors; and Field Stone, a collection of random stone shapes, sizes, and colors for a rough-textured appearance. 866-424-4421.

Nichiha

50 Nichiha. Three new fiber-cement siding lines feature Nanotechnology, a thin layer of silica that self-cleans the panels when it rains or when they are sprayed, the maker claims. The 9-square-foot panels are Quarry Stone, which replicates patterns of marble, granite, and slate; Cut Stone, which provides a clean-cut symmetrical surface style in four colors; and Field Stone, a collection of random stone shapes, sizes, and colors for a rough-textured appearance. 866-424-4421. www.nichiha.com.

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