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When it comes to wear and tear, few components of the home have more rigorous requirements than exterior doors.

Four months after showcasing a whole-house remodel in a local home parade, Bob Peterson, CGR, could point to a dozen projects that had come in as a direct result.

Thanks to the deregulation of electric utilities, which helped open the market for alternative energy sources, more consumers are taking advantage of photovoltaics (panels made of silicon that convert sunlight to electricity) to provide electric...

Houses are complex systems. Realize that when you change any significant house part, say from standard double-glazed to low-E windows, the system will respond. Sometimes the house works better, sometimes worse.

ScapeWEL window wells are designed to transform a basement into valuable living space by adding natural daylight and fresh air.

To complement the one-piece outside corner siding product introduced in January 2000, inside corner and window/door J channel profiles have been added to the PermaChoice line.

For more latitude in customization, the company has expanded its line of fusion-crafted wood exterior doors to include a variety of panel options, glass inserts, sidelights and surfaces.

Dens-Shield tile backer installs in half the time as conventional cement board in typical tile installations, the company says.

High-density batt insulation is designed to provide energy efficiency without altering traditional framing requirements.

Heritage and Ultra casement windows now offer the Mirage concealed multipoint locking system as an option.

Designed for use with the company’s Plexcote #97 sealer, Time Saver is a polyurethane finish for hardwood floors that dries in two to three hours, even in extreme temp-eratures and high humidity.

Weather Pro stain is designed to carry color pigments deep into wood cells and ensure no surface peeling, cracking or blistering.

Foam & Fill polyurethane foam sealant comes in two formulas: Minimal Expanding for small areas and Triple Expanding for larger areas.

Barrier-free, reinforced solid-surface showers for walk-in or wheelchair access are designed to fit exactly into the space of an existing 30-inch-deep by 60-inch-wide tub.