SAFETY SETUP: Made to fit standard tub and shower openings, the …
SAFETY SETUP: Made to fit standard tub and shower openings, the acrylic Seated Safety Shower includes a contoured seating area, a wrap-around grab bar, an armrest, and a 3-inch threshold. Available in white or biscuit, the unit comes in right- or left-hand configurations. American Standard. 800-442-1902. www.americanstandard-us.com. Booth no. W121.
PIZZA PIZZA: Offering restaurant-style pizza at home, the Wood-F…
PIZZA PIZZA: Offering restaurant-style pizza at home, the Wood-Fired Oven has two shelves, a wood-burning chamber, and temperature controls. It heats up in just 15 to 20 minutes. Constructed from pure solid steel, stainless steel, and fire brick, the oven is available in two sizes. Danver. 888-441-0537. www.danver.com. Booth no. W101.
WIPE OFF: Great Stuff Work Wipes clean uncured insulating foam s…
WIPE OFF: Great Stuff Work Wipes clean uncured insulating foam sealants, paint, caulk, and construction adhesives from tools, surfaces, and hands. The disposable wipes feature a textured side for scrubbing and a cleansing side infused with a citrus scent. Dow Building Solutions. 866-583-2583. www.dowbuildingsolutions.com. Booth no. W901.
RAIN COAT: Designed specifically for paver or duckboard decking,…
RAIN COAT: Designed specifically for paver or duckboard decking, the Ultra Plazadek waterproof membrane provides 60 mil protection from water. The PVC roofing membrane, which includes a 10-year warranty on waterproofing, requires a trained installer. Duradek. 800-338-3568. www.duradek.com. Booth no. W6576.
POWER PLAY: The CorePower System meets the demand for lower-cost…
POWER PLAY: The CorePower System meets the demand for lower-cost automatic standby power. It features a compact design and is made with a composite enclosure. Priced less than $2,000, the 7-kilowatt system consists of a generator and transfer switch. Generac. www.generac.com. Booth no. W3729.
EASY CLEANING: The maker of the Vacuflo and Dirt Devil central v…
EASY CLEANING: The maker of the Vacuflo and Dirt Devil central vacuums has introduced two new electric powerheads, EG1200 and EG1400, to facilitate easier cleaning. Both units offer quick connections for wands and electric cords, manual carpet height adjustment, and easy maneuverability. The EG1400 (shown) offers a four-position height adjustment. H-P Products. 888-292-4407. www.hpproducts.net. Booth no. W4692.
HEAVY LIFTER: The Series 2060 Pocket Door Frame holds doors up t…
HEAVY LIFTER: The Series 2060 Pocket Door Frame holds doors up to 300 pounds and fits in walls constructed with 2×6 studs. Made of 1 1/4-inch-deep-by-1 3/4-inch-wide zinc-coated steel studs, the frame accommodates 2-foot to 5-foot widths and doors measuring 6 feet 8 inches to 9 feet tall. Johnson Hardware. 800-837-5664. www.johnsonhardware.com. Booth no. W6077.
KLEER AS DAY: This new line of adhesives and sealants is special…
KLEER AS DAY: This new line of adhesives and sealants is specially formulated for cellular PVC trim and building products. It’s designed to simplify the product selection process, and includes two-part adhesives, fast-curing cement, structural sealant, and applicator guns. Kleer Lumber. 866-553-3770. www.kleerlumber.com. Booth no. W5283.
MODERN MOVEMENT: The Loure faucet collection further expands on …
MODERN MOVEMENT: The Loure faucet collection further expands on the trend in contemporary design. A blend of soft curves and clean lines, the faucet features a new UltraGlide valve, which offers smooth temperature and volume control. It comes in polished chrome, vibrant brushed nickel, and vibrant polished nickel. Kohler. 800-456-4537. www.kohler.com. Booth no. W2501.
HELPING HAND: LSB Selector Software now makes it easier for buil…
HELPING HAND: LSB Selector Software now makes it easier for builders to do job specifying and designing with the manufacturer’s Lite-Steel beam. The software allows users to input beam spans and loads, and it recommends the best LSB product. In manual mode, the user selects a beam solution and the program runs a series of design checks to determine product suitability. LiteSteel Technologies. 877-285-2607. www.litesteelbeam.com. Booth no. W3586.
GAME ON: HomeCourt is a sports complex tile that offers aestheti…
GAME ON: HomeCourt is a sports complex tile that offers aesthetics and versatility. It’s engineered to provide controlled lateral give during play for reduced leg stress and greater comfort to the player. It also offers traction and reduced wear and tear on athletic equipment. It comes in 16 colors. Matéflex Corp. 800-926-3539. www.mateflex.com. Booth no. W6679.
DOUBLE HEADER: The manufacturer has added the MikronWood double …
DOUBLE HEADER: The manufacturer has added the MikronWood double sliding window to its 1750 line of replacement products. Featuring a hybrid composite frame, the window is designed to resist moisture and rot, while maintaining energy efficiency. It requires no pre-drilling or mechanical joinery and can be milled and fabricated like wood. Mikron Industries. 800-456-8020. www.mikronvinyl.com. Booth no. W143.
COLOR CHECK: Building on a growing trend toward darker siding co…
COLOR CHECK: Building on a growing trend toward darker siding colors, the American Tradition vinyl siding product line includes four new Signature Series shades. The colors are designed to complement the brushed cedar look of the collection’s 14 standard classic colors. Panels are infused with resin to increase color retention and consistency. Napco by Ply Gem. 888-975-9496. www.napcoproducts.com. Booth no. W1101.
LONG SHAKES: Sierra Premium Shake Plus Boards are a longer versi…
LONG SHAKES: Sierra Premium Shake Plus Boards are a longer version of the maker’s popular siding. Measuring 9 inches wide and 9 feet 3 inches long, the 1/2-inch-thick boards can be installed faster. The boards offer the look of cedar shakes and come factory-primed on all six sides. Nichiha. 866-424-4421. www.nichiha.com. Booth no. W628.
BLOCK SHOTS: Termistop stainless steel mesh barriers are designe…
BLOCK SHOTS: Termistop stainless steel mesh barriers are designed to deliver non-chemical termite protection at service penetrations throughout a home’s concrete slab. Attached to foundation penetrations prior to pouring concrete, the mesh eliminates hidden termite entry points. Nisus. 865-206-4279. www.nisuscorp.com. Booth no. W6083.
ROSE RED: The company’s Decorative Roses are offered in five n…
ROSE RED: The company’s Decorative Roses are offered in five new styles ranging from traditional to contemporary, including Century (shown). The roses, an upgrade for any of the maker’s locks, are crafted from die-cast solid zinc. Schlage. 800-847-1864. www.schlage.com. Booth no. W3155.
CELLULAR GROWTH: The company’s cellular PVC trim is now availa…
CELLULAR GROWTH: The company’s cellular PVC trim is now available in an 8-inch fascia board, a brick mold with J-channel, and a 1-inch-by-2-inch with J-channel (shown). Available in three new colors, the trim profiles include the brand’s no-caulk–required AquaFlex Fin. iQm Trim by The Tapco Group. 888-289-1169. www.iqmtrim.com. Booth no. W4001.
MISSING LINK: The ComfortLink II Thermostat is designed for easy…
MISSING LINK: The ComfortLink II Thermostat is designed for easy setup and simple operation. A trouble-shooting menu and embedded diagnostics, along with self-calibration for zoning, contribute to easier installation by contractors. The 7-inch color screen provides multi-room monitoring and customizable levels of programming for indoor air quality, temperature, and humidity. Trane. 903-581-3660. www.trane.com. Booth no. W3155.
CAREFUL WHISPERS: The third generation of the WhisperGreen line …
CAREFUL WHISPERS: The third generation of the WhisperGreen line of bath fans features 13 new models designed for 4- or 6-inch ducts. Advanced features include SmartFlow Optimum technology that can detect and compensate for additional static pressure by increasing airflow to achieve the specified CFM output. Motion activation is available. Panasonic. 866-292-7292. www.panasonic.com. Booth no. W3655.
WRAP UP: NapaWrap Coastal housewrap is designed to hang tough in…
WRAP UP: NapaWrap Coastal housewrap is designed to hang tough in harsh weather. The maker says it offers more than twice the UV protection of other materials and can go uncovered for up to one year. The company also says it will replace the material if it tears under normal use. Propex. 423-855-1466. www.napa-wrap.com. Booth no. W214.
The 2011 International Builders’ Show is less than a month away, and there is something you need to remember: No matter how hard you try, you’ll never see every product on display. Why? Because next year’s show will include over 1,000 exhibitors occupying over 500,000 square feet of exhibition space, that’s why. For this reason, efficiency is important, and we can help.
We’ve sorted through the contenders and have come up with some of the hottest products among the many thousands that will be in Orlando, Fla. These products will include Kohler’s very modern Loure faucet collection and Panasonic’s significant expansion of its WhisperGreen line of bath fans. Propex will unveil the NapaWrap Coastal housewrap that is designed to withstand harsh weather, and Generac aims to make automatic standby power more affordable with its CorePower System.
Even though we have the inside track on the new stuff, we are limited in what we can show here. Still, these four pages should help you make some decisions about where to start when you get to the show.
Learn more about markets featured in this article: Orlando, FL.
