Builder Magazine: News from IBS 2013

Mars and Venus Face Off on Home Design

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 12:07:30 EST

When it comes to what's important in a home's layout, the battle of the sexes isn't much of a fight.

Video: IBS 2013 Day 3 Recap

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 02:22:26 EST

Dan Morrison, editorial director of BUILDER magazine, stops by CertainTeed to show us a new solar panel system and concrete forms for foundation drainage.

USB Outlet Receptacle from Leviton

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:13:22 EST

This tamper-resistant outlet receptacle features a USB charger.

21 Big Ideas for Home Design Today

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 03:53:24 EST

One of the most popular seminars at last year’s show, a Trend Slam, was reprised this year. Here are the takeaways.

10 Musts for Selling to Multicultural Buyers

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 04:04:58 EST

The segment of foreign-born home buyers is growing at a fast pace, but many of them may not know the furniture is not included.

Wooing, Wowing, and Winning Women Home Buyers

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:35:33 EST

Experts offer strategies on how to get women to commit to new homes.

A Full Housing Recovery Is Still Less Than Certain

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:01:51 EST

Three economists weigh in on the market’s opportunities and risks.

Finding and Training the Best New-Home Sales Agents

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:56:37 EST

Sales professionals share strategies for building a top-notch sales team.

Video: IBS 2013 Day 1 Recap

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 02:26:13 EST

BUILDER magazine's editorial director Dan Morrison shares a few of his IBS finds.

A New L.A. Tower Moves Forward

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:05:14 EST

Revised plans call for major renovation of a nearby hotel.

Head-Turning Design Trends for 2013

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 02:58:14 EST

In a telling shift, the focus for this year is less about cost savings and more about wowing buyers.

Expanded Transcend decking collection by Trex Co.

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:53:39 EST

Trex has expanded its Transcend decking line to include a new light-brown shade called Tiki Torch.

Cellular PVC Trim from Ply Gem

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:55:55 EST

This cellular PVC trim and molding provides a low-maintenance alternative to traditional wood trim.

Torrefied Collection from Lemieux Doors

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:53:25 EST

These solid wood exterior doors go through a torrefaction process that eliminates rot.

Slate Shake Tile from InSpire Roofing Products

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:57:09 EST

This synthetic product will not crack like real slate.

Viper toilet from Gerber

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:54:37 EST

This compact elongated high-efficiency toilet uses 1.28 gallons of water in a single flush.

Compass vinyl siding from Georgia Pacific

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:55:12 EST

The siding features an advanced reverse full-roll double nail hem.

Stacked Stone Vinyl Siding from Foundry

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:55:42 EST

Foundry expands its vinyl siding collection with Stacked Stone, which offers easy installation and the look of ledgestone.

New efficient showerhead from Danze

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:56:26 EST

This showerhead uses 20 percent less water than a standard showerhead but offers maximum performance, says the company.