February 2018

Showers + Tubs

Kitchens and showers go large while builders are mixed on tiles and tubs

Sales + Marketing

No-Fail Home Presale

How to generate buzz, momentum, and sales activity when launching new communities

Doors

Doors | Haas Door

Three new wood grain options from Haas Door replicate the appearance of real wood garage doors without the maintenance needs. The new stucco...

Opinion

On the New Tax Reforms

NAHB Housing Policy Briefing

Hardware

Hardware | Brinno

The SHC500 PeepHole Camera from Brinno records visitors outside the door, where it looks like a traditional peephole. Inside, it has a 2.7...

Market Data + Trends

Rental Housing at a ‘Turning Point’

Renter households are likely to continue to grow

Hardware

Hardware | Nostalgic Warehouse

Nostalgic Warehouse’s new line of door plates and knobs, the New York Collection, emphasizes versatile design, including back plate and knob...

Market Data + Trends

Best Cities for Families

Seattle ranked highest of all U.S. cities in the ranking

Hardware

Hardware | Schlage

The Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt is now compatible with Amazon’s Alexa smart assistant. Consumers can use Alexa-enabled devices or the Alexa...

Market Data + Trends

Single women were the second-largest segment of U.S. homebuyers in 2017

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December