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ebuild New Product News is a semiweekly showcase of the latest building product introductions and trends, hand-picked by the editors of BUILDING PRODUCTS magazine and ebuild, the magazine's Web site.
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2009 |
November | October | September | August | July | June | May | April | March | February | January
2008 |
December | November | October | September | August | July | June | May
2009
November
- 11/12: Products From the 2009 Remodeling Show
- 11/10: Home Tech Edition: HRVs and ERVs Bring a Breath of Fresh Air
- 11/05: Lighting Design Trends for the Recovering Economy
- 11/03: Kitchen Products Edition: Minimal-Yet-Functional Asheville Kitchen Earns Builder's Choice Award
October
- 10/29: Where Have All the Sunrooms Gone?
- 10/27: Bath Products Edition: 9 Toilets That Combine Low Flows With High Performance
- 10/22: The Most Energy-Efficient Windows and Doors
- 10/20: Construction Products Edition: The 411 on SIPs
- 10/15: Solar Decathlon Projects Generate Cutting-Edge Technology
- 10/13: Tech Tools Edition: iPhones Go to Work on the Jobsite
- 10/08: Healthiest Housing Markets 2009: Fall Update
- 10/06: Home Tech Edition: 5 Criteria for Evaluating and Comparing Air Filters
- 10/01: First Test: Bosch's First-Ever Nailer
September
- 9/29: Interior Products Edition: Choosing the Right Paint Colors Can Make a Remodeling Project Pop
- 9/24: Product Pros and Cons: Tankless Water Heaters vs. Conventional Storage Tanks
- 9/22: Exterior Edition: Designing, Detailing, and Installing Fences
- 9/17: Few Companies Implementing Universal Power Tool Standards
- 9/15: Bath Products Edition: Tub-Centric Renovation Transforms L.A. Bath Into Serene Retreat
- 9/10: Hip, Attractive Options for Top-Notch Counters
- 9/8: Green Products Edition: 10 Eco-Friendly Editors' Choice Award Winners
- 9/3: 6 Myths of Green Consumers
- 9/1: Fiberglass Windows Gain Popularity, Even With a Higher Price Tag
August
- 8/25: The Latest Cordless Tools Showcase User-Friendly Technological Improvements
- 8/27: Case Study: Austin Home Achieves Top Ratings in Three Green Building Programs
- 8/25: The Latest Cordless Tools Showcase User-Friendly Technological Improvements
- 8/18: Wall Ovens Offer Flexible Installation, High-Tech Cooking
- 8/13: Case Study: Record-Breaking LEED Home in Eugene, Ore.
- 8/11: Rain Screens Bring Builders Peace of Mind
- 8/06: Light a Deck With an Energy-Efficient System
- 8/04: Announcing the 2009 Most Valuable Product Award Winners
July
- 7/30: Toolbox: Milwaukee 6477-20 Wormdrive Saw
- 7/28: Building Science Gives Stalled Builder New Life
- 7/23: Shake Test Shows Promise of Wood-Framed Mid-Rises in Earthquake Zones
- 7/21: Does Solar Really Offer a Golden Opportunity?
- 7/16: Study Shows 23-Degree Temperature Drop in Attics with Radiant Barriers
- 7/14: Use Tile to Create Value in a Bad Housing Market
- 7/09: Gold Nugget Winners Signal New Era in Housing Design
- 7/07: Tax Credits, Increased Awareness Boost Interest in Geothermal Heat Pumps
June
- 6/30: Tax Credits Can Offset Energy-Efficient Roofing Upgrades
- 6/25: Custom Door Trim on an MDF Budget
- 6/23: Building Science: Understanding Vapor Barriers
- 6/18: Searching for Truth Behind Green-Product Claims
- 6/16: Smart Daylighting Strategies for Bright, Energy-Efficient Homes
- 6/11: Product Review: Eco-Friendly Decking
- 6/09: Alternative-Fuel Trucks Come on Strong
- 6/04: Green Home Builders Facing New Economic Reality
- 6/02: Make a Custom Counter for $8 Per Square Foot
May
- 5/28: The Building Products Top 100: 25-1
- 5/26: The Building Products Top 100: 50-26
- 5/21: The Building Products Top 100: 75-51
- 5/19: The Building Products Top 100: 100-76
- 5/14: 4 Steps to Making Existing Homes Energy Efficient
- 5/12: 12 Tips for Avoiding Green-Product Litigation
- 5/07: 10 Resource-Savers From the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show
- 5/05: Practical Kitchen Design Tips
April
- 4/30: Six Economy-Induced Trends Pros Will Find as They Look for Best Buys
- 4/28: Home Technology Holds On
- 4/23: Homeowners Sue Developers, Suppliers, and Manufacturers Over Tainted Chinese Drywall
- 4/21: A Building Science Expert's Guide to Insulation
- 4/16: Greener Lighting: 16 Energy-Efficient Lighting Products for Building Pros
- 4/14: 11 High-Tech Products Shaping the Industry
- 4/09: 5 Ways to Build Affordable, Energy Star-Rated Houses
- 4/07: 21 Picks From the Specialty Tools and Fasteners Distributors Association Show
- 4/02: 10 Green Building Products for Your Next Project
March
- 3/31: Stainless Steel Sinks Emerge as a Fun, Functional Focal Point
- 3/26: Study: Consumers Willing to Spend on Green Products -- If They Get Green in Return
- 3/24: Efficiency, Comfort Drive Interest in Radiant Heat Flooring
- 3/19: Lumber Dealer Association Continues Push for Eco-Label Grade Stamp
- 3/17: Fiber Cement's Aesthetics and Durability Continue to Gain Fans
- 3/12: Performance Testing Essential for Verifying the Performance of Houses
- 3/10: Caulk and Sealant Manufacturers Flaunt Products' Mold and Mildew Resistance
- 3/05: Tool Test: Subcompact Drill/Drivers
- 3/03: Shower Doors Grab Attention With New Designs, Larger Sizes
February
- 2/26: Energy Management Systems Allow Homeowners to Monitor, Control Energy Usage
- 2/24: High-Efficiency Toilets Combine Water Conservation and Improved Performance
- 2/19: A Review of Green National Training and Rating Programs
- 2/17: 10 Green Building Products for Sustainable Homes
- 2/13: Countdown to Quality
- 2/11: TOOL TEST: Subcompact Drill/Drivers
- 2/05: Product Picks From the Editors of Architect Magazine
- 2/03: Lasers for Deck Builders
January
- 1/29: 2009 International Builders' Show Part 2
- 1/27: 2009 International Builders' Show Part 1
- 1/22: Builders' Show Product Picks: Day One
- 1/20: Web-Based Tool Helps Builders Track Time
- 1/15: 2009 Builders' Show Preview, Part 2
- 1/13: 2009 Builders' Show Preview, Part 1
- 1/08: A Downslope Chimney Without a Diverter is Guaranteed to Leak
- 1/06: BUILDER Readers' 10 Favorite Products of '08
2008
December
- 12/30: Thermostat Dynamics
- 12/18: No Matter the Season or the Region, Home Entertaining Continues Its Migration to the Backyard
- 12/16: Workwear Manufacturers Improve Comfort and Convenience
- 12/11: Family Rooms Turn into Media Meccas as Technology Takes Over
- 12/09: Restoring Wood Shutters
- 12/04: Versatile Wood Doors Allow Designers to Pull Out the Stops
- 12/02: Hands-Free Faucets Could Be Next Hot Kitchen Item
November
- 11/25: Innovations in Framing Systems, Tools Could Position Steel to Take Market Share From Wood
- 11/20: Building Products' Vanguard Best of the Web Awards: Part Two
- 11/18: Building Products' Vanguard Best of the Web Awards: Overall Winners
- 11/13: High-End Tile Collections Exude Style and Sophistication
- 11/12: Builders Have Been Hard-Hit by Rising Construction Product Prices
- 11/06: Fitting Out a Custom Closet
- 11/04: Solid Surfacing Expands Options to Compete With Natural Stone
October
- 10/30: Multifamily Owners Get Creative With Pendant Lighting
- 10/28: Building Science: Performance Testing
- 10/23: Case Study: Home Depot Foundation Award Winner, Rental Project
- 10/21: Installing Prehung Doors
- 10/16: Tool Test: 18-Volt Impact Drivers
- 10/14: Reduce Your Waste Stream and Boost Your Bottom Line
- 10/09: Dishwashers Combine Energy Efficiency, Water Conservation, and Premium Cleaning
- 10/08: (Special Issue Sponsored by Whirlpool) Homeowners See Backup Generators as a Necessary Precaution
- 10/07: Photovoltaics Are Smaller, More Efficient, Less Expensive, and Better-Looking Than Ever
- 10/02: Lav Faucets Are Awash in New Standards From the EPA's WaterSense Program
September
- 9/30: Sound-Abatement Windows Can Help Make a House Hushed and Healthy
- 9/25: What Builders Need to Know About Misleading Environmental Claims
- 9/23: Green Ribbon Products
- 9/18: Top Shelf Products: September 2008
- 9/16: New Products from The Remodeling Show 2008
- 9/11: The Energy Star Program for Homes Creates Increasingly Efficient Abodes
- 9/09: Using a Kit With Kiln-Dried Logs Reduces Shrinkage and Results in a Tighter Shell
- 9/04: Recycled Countertop Materials Offer Alternatives to Mainstream Products
- 9/02: In the Ever-Greening Global Economy, Demand for Certified Lumber Surges
August
- 8/28: Green Building Case Study: Affordability and Energy Efficiency in Blacksburg, Va.
- 8/26: Manufactured Stone Accents Add Design Options for Upscale Siding Jobs
- 8/21: What Pros Should Know About LEED for Homes
- 8/19: Vinyl Windows Seize Market Share With Efficiency and Value
- 8/14: The Latest Kitchen Ventilation Hoods Combine Form and Function
- 8/13: (Special Issue Sponsored by Whirlpool) Incandescent Bulbs and Fixtures Are Beginning to Take a Back Seat to CFLs and LEDs
- 8/12: A New Breed of Vinyl Decking Targets Homeowners Looking For Ultra-Low Maintenance
- 8/07: New Products Provide Builders With More Weatherization Options
- 8/05: Coordinated Accessories Give the Bathroom a Cohesive, High-End Look
July
- 7/31: The Building Products Most Valuable Product Awards: Part 2
- 7/29: The Building Products Most Valuable Product Awards: Part 1
- 7/24: Site Matters When it Comes to Green Building
- 7/22: Green Pieces: 13 Products for Sustainable Building
- 7/17: JLC Editors Pick Basement Products to Help You Work Smarter, Faster and Better
- 7/15: PATH Makes its Case for Tank-Free Water Heaters
- 7/10: Lower Vibration in Power Tools Leads to Increased Worker Safety, Productivity
- 7/08: Catching Common Framing and Sheathing Errors Can Prevent Inspection Failures
- 7/03: Detailing Ductwork Is Key to a Good HVAC System
- 7/01: Building Pros Select the Five Coolest Products From PCBC
June
- 6/26: Moving Beyond the Environmental Message
- 6/24: DeWalt and Ford Offer Builders a Tool to Combat Jobsite Theft
- 6/19: For Some Green Builders, Certified Wood Is a Low Priority
- 6/17: Synthetic Decking Offers Fewer Maintenance Headaches at a Higher Cost
- 6/12: Tallahassee Development Offers Front-Porch Living With Modern Green Upgrades
- 6/10: A Close Look at Common Energy Claims
- 6/05: Front-Loading Washers Rule in Energy Use, but Top-Loaders Are Regaining Lost Ground
- 6/03: In Looks From Old World to Modern Day, Carriage-Style Garage Doors Accent Any Home
May
- 5/29: Navigating the Latest GPS Units
- 5/27: Low- and No-VOC Paints Satisfy the Growing Demand for Healthier Coatings
- 5/20: The Building Products Top 100: 20-1
- 5/15: The Building Products Top 100: 40-21
- 5/13: The Building Products Top 100: 60-41
- 5/08: The Building Products Top 100: 61-80
- 5/06: The Building Products Top 100: 81-100
- 5/01: Kitchen Still Hot Spot for Remodeling

