In My Own Words: Venture Homes

The Mastersuite master bedroom closet system from ClosetMaid has shelves that can be either floor- or wall-mounted. The system includes shoe cubbies and jewelry trays as well as a slide-out chrome valet rod. Smooth-sliding drawers are available in 6- and 10-inch depths. Click here for more information

IN MY OWN WORDS

"Our home buyers enjoy the efficiency that closet systems add to their lives. ClosetMaid allows you to customize your storage needs both in color and style. Add hampers, shelves, jewelry trays and more ... and don't forget the valet, belt and tie racks."

The latest Zodiaq surfaces from DuPont are made of 93 percent pure quartz, which, according to DuPont, gives Zodiaq a natural depth and radiance without the imperfections common in unimproved stone. The quartz slabs are durable and resist both heat and scratches. The company can custom fit a slab to your exact specifications. Click here for more information

IN MY OWN WORDS

"A great looking kitchen seems to be on everyone's list these days, and Zodiaq meets those needs."

Fiber cement siding by CertainTeed is made with the company's FiberTect Sealing System and comes ready for field top coating with acrylic latex paint or stains. Factory pre-finishing is available with paint or stain. WeatherBoards are made by a process combining Portland cement, sand, wood fiber and specialty additives. Wood grains and other architectural features are pressed into the surface. Click here for more information

IN MY OWN WORDS

"While vinyl siding is perceived with high value by many first-time buyers, consumers purchasing their second or third homes have come to expect the long-lasting durability of fiber cement siding. With its 50 year limited transferable warranty, texture and appearance of wood grain without the upkeep of wood, CertainTeed Cement Siding is widely used by home builders in the Atlanta market."

Glazed ceramic wall tiles from Interceramic come in multiple colors and styles. Shown is the Suede tile in the company's Marrone finish. The company also produces natural stone, porcelain tile, glass tile, coordinating floor/wall combinations, decorative floor tile, bathroom fixtures, commercial-rated tile and other premium products. Click here for more information

IN MY OWN WORDS

"Glass and mosaic tiles are in demand as consumers demand innovative designs in the kitchen and bath. Natural stones such as travertine, limestone granite, tumbled marble and tumbled slate [are] found on more buyers' lists than ever before. Interceramic tile is a leader in the industry with their complete collection of wall tile, floor tile, porcelain tile and natural stones."