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on November 19,2012 in Product Review

CertainTeed’s AirRenew Indoor Air Quality Gypsum Board products had four of its claims validated by UL Environment: permanent formaldehyde absorption capacity, mold resistance, recycled content,...

on November 19,2012 in Product Review

LP SmartSide trim and siding combine the beauty of cedar grain texture with the durability of an engineered wood product that’s easy to work with.

on November 19,2012 in Product Review

The Versawrap PVC cladding system from Versatex is a one-piece PVC cladding system for pressure-treated columns.

on November 19,2012 in Product Review

AZEK’s Finish Grade Trim is a two-piece system that incorporates both trim and scotia moulding for a fastener-free look around windows and doors.

on September 27,2012 in Product Review

New colors Bayou Blue, Evening Shadow, Island Palm, and Plantation Teak have been added to the American Splendor Signature Series of vinyl siding panels, joining 20 existing colors.

on September 27,2012 in Product Review

This insulated siding product reduces energy loss in the home due to thermal bridging.

4 product trends for 2012
By David Barista on August 24,2012 in Feature

This year, the editors identified four major themes while judging the 101 Best New Products competition.

BASF Chroma Finish
on August 22,2012 in Product Review

BASF Wall Systems’ Chroma Finish is a new colorant for EIFS projects that require intense colors and high color retention.

CalStar Thru-Wall Block Units
on August 22,2012 in Product Review

CalStar’s Thru-Wall Unit combines the structural properties of standard concrete block with the preferred aesthetic of a traditional brick wall.

Versatex Trimboard Soffit System
on August 22,2012 in Product Review

Versatex Trimboard has developed a complete, low-maintenance, high-architectural-appeal soffit system, coupled with notched fascia and frieze boards.

Ply Gem Stone True Stack
on August 22,2012 in Product Review

Ply Gem Stone’s True Stack allows for clean and simple installation, ideal for those looking for a time-saving solution that achieves a detailed stacked-stone look.

James Hardie 5” Exposure HardieShingle Siding
on August 22,2012 in Product Review

For those looking to replicate the look of eastern white cedar shingles in a fiber-cement product, James Hardie Building Products offers its 5” Exposure HardieShingle Siding Straight-Edge Panels...

on August 06,2012 in Product Review

Composed of locally sourced, recycled content and finished with VOC-free natural glazes, the Glazed Thin Brick from Fireclay Tile can help interior and exterior projects qualify for several LEED...

on August 06,2012 in Product Review

Six new natural wood stains are available for CertainTeed’s WeatherBoards fiber cement siding.

on June 11,2012 in Feature

The secret of survival in slow times, for residential renovator Joe Cracco, has been to keep finding ways of adding value to every project.

CertainTeed ColorMax Stains
on June 08,2012 in Product Review

Six new natural wood stains are available for CertainTeed’s WeatherBoards fiber cement siding: Redwood, Mahogany, Maple, Cedar, Emerald and Slate.

on May 17,2012 in Product Review

The APEX Ultrex Siding System is a new, premium class of siding and trim.

on May 07,2012 in Product Review

The Designed Exterior by Ply Gem has been expanded with business building tools developed specifically for remodelers.

on April 02,2012 in Product Review

Mastic Home Exteriors by Ply Gem introduces a new certified green insulated siding system.

LP SmartSide CarraraFinishes
on March 23,2012 in Product Review

The LP SmartSide CarraraFinishes System consists of a stucco finish applied directly to LP SmartSide panel siding.