NEW PRODUCTS AND INSIGHTS: February

Keeping up with all the new residential building products hitting the market as well as all the changes happening around the industry is a challenge for anyone, let alone builders and remodelers balancing budgets, project schedules, sales meetings, design consults, and so on. With that in mind, please find below a roundup of some of the newest products and happenings we featured over the last month. 

ALL WEATHER ARCHITECTURAL ALUMINUM LAUNCHES NEW HORIZONTAL SLIDING WINDOW SYSTEM

Recognizing the need for higher performing custom aluminum windows for both the residential and commercial segments, All Weather Architectural Aluminum (All Weather) has launched the company's all new Series 6200 Horizontal Sliding Window system. Read more

DRAPER UNVEILS SHADING SOLUTION FOR ANGLED WINDOWS

What do you do when you have an angled window that requires interior shading? A new solution from Draper means you don’t have to use a square shade and overlap the window opening. The Gabled Bottom-Up FlexShade can be sill-mounted in the window. It can handle angles up to 45 degrees in either direction. Read more

SAINT-GOBAIN ACQUIRES ASPHALT SHINGLE RECYCLING TECHNOLOGY

Saint-Gobain North America, through its building products subsidiary CertainTeed Roofing, has acquired the rights to technology from recycling partner Asphaltica that will allow the company to recycle asphalt shingle waste, diverting it from landfill and furthering the company’s commitment to creating a circular economy in its production of roofing shingles. Read more

5 STANDOUT ENERGY-EFFICIENT PRODUCTS FROM IBS 2023

At the 2023 International Builders' Show, thousands of profesionals came together to explore and discuss the latest trends and products in residential construction. Among those professionals was green home builder and remodeler Nicole Tysvaer, CEO of Symbi Homes, who joined Pro Remodeler, our sister publication, to check out some of the many stand-out energy efficient products at this year's show. Read more

RHEEM LAUNCHES SMART, SUSTAINABLE AND HIGH EFFICIENCY MAXIMUS GAS WATER HEATER 

Rheem, a leading global manufacturer of water heating and HVACR products, is introducing Rheem Maximus, a super high efficiency gas water heater designed with a powerful, efficient burner. ENERGY STAR certified, Maximus reduces energy use and carbon emissions by up to 36 percent and NOx emissions by up to 75 percent and features 100% recyclable packaging. Read more

GRANDEUR HARDWARE REVEALS NEW OPTIONS FOR CRYSTAL KNOBS

Discover the elegance of beautifully cut crystal hardware with the three new knob offerings from Grandeur Hardware: the Brilliant, Carré, and Black Baguette Crystal knobs. From the clear brilliance of meticulously sculpted cuts to the inky darkness of dramatic black crystal, these extraordinary new options are certain to be dazzling additions to any fine home. Read more

THE TOP 10 TILE TRENDS OF 2023

In anticipation of this year’s Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, Ceramics of Italy, Tile Council of America, and Tile of Spain have jointly released their “Top 10 Tile Trends” of 2023. The associations worked closely with Alena Capra, owner of Alena Capra Designs, Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer and Coverings spokesperson, in identifying the trends. Read more

NEW MAKITA CORDED ANGLE GRINDERS WITH 15-AMP POWER

Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools and accessories, has released five corded angle grinders featuring 15 AMP motors, tool-less guard adjustments, and spiral gears for more efficient transfer of power. All the grinders released feature rear handle power switches that require two-actions to start the grinder. Read more

HAUSLANE ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF SERVICES TO CANADA

Hauslane, the world’s friendliest range hood company, is proud to announce the brand’s expansion to the Canadian market. In just over five years, Hauslane has become one of the fastest growing range hood brands in the United States and now enters the Canadian market with a selection of the brand’s high-performing products, including island, wall-mount, built-in and under-cabinet range hood models at an attractive price point. Consumers may select products on the official Hauslane website, through several online retailers including Lowes.ca, Rona.ca, Wayfair.ca, and Walmart.ca, and in showroom locations throughout the nation, with plans for future expansion. Read more

BLACK LABEL INTRODUCES NEW ACCESSORIES, FASTENERS AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS FOR TROPICAL HARDWOOD DECKS AND CLADDING

Tropical Forest Products introduces Black Label Professional-Grade Accessories for industry pros, such as designers, builders, installers, and contractors. Known for its Premium Select Architectural-Grade Ipe and other tropical hardwoods, the brand’s new accessories are perfect for installing, beautifying, and maintaining decking, cladding and rainscreen applications. Read more

GAF UNVEILS NEW TIMBERLINE ULTRA HDZ SHINGLES

 GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America's largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, announced today the reengineering and relaunch of Timberline UHD — Ultra High Definition — shingles as Timberline UHDZ shingles. In addition to GAF's patent-pending Dual Shadow Line, which creates beautiful sunset shadows all day long, all Timberline UHDZ shingles now include features seen in America's top-selling shingle, Timberline HDZ, like the innovative LayerLock technology and StrikeZone nailing area, making them easier and faster to install. Read more

AMERICH INTRODUCES ROC SOLID SURFACE SHOWER BASE COLLECTION

Americh, the Made-in-the-USA bathtub and shower base designer and manufacturer, is pleased to introduce ROC solid surface shower bases, adding to their existing ROC collection. Americh Introduces ROC Solid Surface Shower Base CollectionThe new shower bases are constructed with mineral-cast materials, utilizing the finest natural organic components combined with specialized agents, to form a natural stone solid surface product. Read more