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.
RUVATI INTRODUCES NEW COLOR OPTIONS FOR EPISTONE BATHROOM SINKS
Ruvati infuses an array of fresh colors into the bathroom with bold new finish options for their popular epiStone series of bathroom sinks. The chic collection of colors complements the modern profile of the sleek vessel-style basins, creating sensational statement pieces that are beautifully memorable and impressively practical. Read more
SOLATUBE INTERNATIONAL INTRODUCES ENGINEERED PERFORMANCE SERIES (EPS) WHOLE-HOUSE FAN
The Solatube EPS Whole House Fan effortlessly pulls in refreshing, cool outside air through a home’s windows while simultaneously expelling hot, stagnant indoor air from the attic and vents. Unlike air conditioning systems that simply recirculate air, this home ventilation solution replaces the air in the main living spaces and attic with fresh air. Read more
12 AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
In wanting to give our readers a glimpse at the achievements in home product design being developed in other countries—whether it be Germany, Italy, Norway, China, or somewhere else—we reviewed each and every one of this year's 2,000+ Red Dot Design Award recipients, selecting what we believe to be the most exciting and inspiring innovations. Read more
REHAU EXPANDS ITS PRO-BALANCE MANIFOLD ADAPTER SELECTION
REHAU expands its PRO-BALANCE manifold adapter selection with BSPP to copper press adapters for 1- and 1 1/4-inch manifolds. The new adapters connect directly to the PRO-BALANCE manifold supply/return header with a BSPP threaded connection and transition to copper distribution piping using a copper press or solder connection. Read more
NEW SAVANT POWER STORAGE BRINGS SMART ENERGY EXPERIENCE TO HOMES
Savant Power Storage is a foundational and scalable smart home technology that consists of an integrated inverter and LFP battery system and intelligent software that offers optimized power source management, high performance energy storage and flexible load management that can be tailored to meet the needs of any home or business up to 800 A. Read more
RELIANCE WORLDWIDE CORPORATION LAUNCHES HOLDRITE OUTLET BOXES FOR WASHING MACHINES AND FIXTURES
Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC) has launched HoldRite outlet boxes for washing machines and fixtures, like faucets and toilets, offering plumbers a streamlined installation process and a sleek final design. The outlet boxes eliminate the need for stub outs, brackets and clamps used in traditional plumbing methods, offering a time-saving solution that looks high-end when completely installed. Read more
CERTAINTEED INTRODUCES SOLSTICE SHINGLE AND SOLSTICE PANEL
CertainTeed’s newest innovations, Solstice Shingle and Solstice Panel, are revolutionizing the way homeowners utilize power from the sun’s rays and setting course for the future of roofing across the country. Read more
SIMONTON WINDOWS & DOORS UNVEILS PLUS4 LOW-E GLASS
Simonton Windows & Doors, a leading supplier of award-winning, best-in-class residential and commercial exterior building products in North America, is excited to debut PLUS4 Low-E Glass—its newest energy-efficient glass option. Highly durable and sustainable, PLUS4 Low-E Glass is built to prioritize the overall well-being of homeowners, and especially those in colder climates. Read more
FISHER & PAYKEL INTRODUCES TRIPLE ZONE COOLING TECHNOLOGY
This innovative system expands on Fisher & Paykel’s existing refrigeration technology by introducing three independent cooling zones for optimal temperature control and flexibility. Offered in both refrigerator and freezer models as well as stainless steel and integrated panel configurations, the brand’s Integrated Triple Zone Refrigerator showcases new levels of innovation and performance for the market. Read more
INFINITY DRAIN LAUNCHES NEW CEU COURSE: UNIVERSAL DESIGN INCORPORATING ARCHITECTURAL LINEAR DRAINS
Infinity Drain, the leading manufacturer of architectural drainage solutions, has launched a new online CEU in partnership with Architectural Record. The new course, “Universal Design Incorporating Architectural Linear Drains,” delves into designing buildings and spaces for all people, with or without disabilities. Read more
LEGRAND ADDS MICROBAN-PROTECTED DEVICES AND WALL PLATES TO THEIR RADIANT COLLECTION
Integrated at the time of manufacturing, the Microban antimicrobial product protection will continuously work at the cellular level to inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria, including strains which can cause staining, odor and premature degradation. Read more
Q+A: MAKER OF THE '100 YEAR WINDOW' EXPLAINS ITS DURABILITY
The 100 Year Window by Hull Millworks is the brainchild of historic restoration expert Brent Hull, who apart from producing the product is also the founder and owner of Hullworks, a custom build firm operating out of Fort Worth, Texas. Recently, we sat down with Hull to learn a little bit more about this product, its unique design, and why its creator feels confident enough say that it’s “built to last for 100 years.” Read more
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