Table of ContentsSeptember/October 2007

Source: BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine

Publication date: 2007-09-01

Features

• Net Assets
  The winners of the first annual Vanguard Best of the Web Awards.
• Tumbling Down
  Deck collapses are increasing by 21 percent a year. What gives?

Reviews

Bath Products: Ventilation Fans New bath ventilation fans offer quiet, energy-efficient operation in attractive packages. Construction Products: Programmable Thermostats As interest in the energy-saving benefits of programmable thermostats grows, manufacturers are working to make them easier to use. Exterior Products: Outdoor Home Entertainment Home entertainment takes root in the great outdoors. Interior Products: Lighting Control Simpler lighting control packages make convenience and luxury more affordable. Kitchen Products: Ovens Wall ovens go high-tech for tastier cooking with ease. Tools & Equipment: Software Programs From project management to design, software programs help make pros efficient and profitable. Windows & Doors: Window Glazings High-tech window glazings reduce energy costs and keep houses more comfortable.

Departments

• Editor's Perspective
  American home buyers are embracing technology. Are you?
• New Arrivals
  Siding, roofing, lighting, windows, flooring, and much more. Plus: green and high-tech products.
• Trends: Wiring for Wireless
  Enabling wireless technology requires a robust backbone of structured wiring and a smart use of accessories.
• How to Market: High Tech
  If it fills a need or solves a problem, technology can be an easier sell than you might think.
• Finishing Touches
  Interactive products anticipate homeowners' every need.