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You hear it all the time: an attractive front entrance can increase the perceived market value of a home (by as much as $24,000, according to one study commissioned by Maumee, Ohio–based Therma-Tru Doors). Of course, no one knows just how much a buyer will actually pay for it, but one thing is certa...
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You hear it all the time: an attractive front entrance can increase the perceived market value of a home (by as much as $24,000, according to one study commissioned by Maumee, Ohio–based Therma-Tru Doors). Of course, no one knows just how much a buyer will actually pay for it, but one thing is certa...
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This month's top shelf products include the stylish space-saving refrigerator from Fagor America, designer hardware accessories from Von Morris, and the specially cut XJ 85 joist from Georgia-Pacific Wood Products.
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The maker's new fiberglass entry-door collections, the Mahogany Collection, the Rustic Collection, and the Oak & Smooth Collection, offer a wide range of styles. Plank-style doors in the Rustic Collection have a fir-grain texture and several one- or two-panel design options. All entry-door systems a...
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Designed to be eight times stronger than vinyl and twice as strong as steel, according to the maker, the Integrity by Marvin Ultrex pultruded-fiberglass product line now includes the All Ultrex Sliding Patio Door. Available in five exterior colors with a stone white interior, the door has a standard...
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Marked by sweeping curves, the Deco collection of decorative cabinet hardware recalls the industrial designs of the Roaring Twenties but is suitable for both modern and traditional homes, says the maker. Available in a satin nickel finish, the products include cabinet knobs and a cup pull. 877-556-2...
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Addressing homeowners desires for environmentally friendly products, Maxxon has introduced new green formulations for its underlayment materials. The GreenGuard-certified, low-emissions products contribute minimal levels of indoor pollutants, the maker says. The green product line includes Gyp-Crete...
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Dow Window and Door 1000 Sealant is formulated to seal window and door framework, exterior and interior trim, and finish joints and interfaces. The non-yellowing product resists moisture and mildew, and its rust inhibitor reduces the potential for corrosion at joint seals with metal components, note...
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The MAG-Lock one-touch, automatic, magnetic lock now comes standard on all of the manufacturer's premium vinyl slider and single-hung windows. The lock requires just one finger or the side of a hand to operate. Fully concealed in the window profile, the lock magnets will maintain their force even af...
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The Classica Collection features four new stamped-steel carriage-house garage door designs. The Northampton is a traditional recessed-panel model; the Edinburgh features a herringbone pattern; the Alicante has a Southwestern influence; and the Bordeaux reflects a regal style, the maker says. All com...
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Two builders, two developers, and a remodeler received the first Livable Communities Awards, presented by the National Association of Home Builders and AARP. The awards, presented Dec. 11 in Washington, recognize homes and communities that are well designed, safe, comfortable, and accessible, regard...
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Citing a need for eco-friendly doors, the manufacturer has introduced a line of doors made from salvaged materials. Each door is made from reclaimed glulam, stile-and-rail cores that are overlaid with recycled Douglas fir. Doors are available in one-, two-, or three-panel designs and come in standar...
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WE'VE COME A LONG WAY SINCE the days of the single-glazed window. Back then, it was standard fare and we liked it just fine—that is, until energy savings became a rallying cry and insulated low-E glass became a big deal.
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Fifteen years ago, before the sustainable building groundswell began in earnest, environmentally friendly products had an organic (some might say earthy) look that only the sandal-wearing hippie fringe could appreciate. If you were looking for a refined finish, you looked elsewhere.
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This month's top shelf products include the Ratcheting Hex Key Wrench, Cartglass Classic Series of mosaic tiles, Kwik Seal 3.0 kitchen and bath adhesive caulk.
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As many heating costs rise, heating a home is becoming increasingly expensive for your buyers. Good insulation and an efficient furnace or heat pump can help, but you can also give your buyers an energy-efficient supplemental heat source that will not break the bank: a pellet stove or insert.
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This month's top shelf products include the sleek Aspire three-speed fan control from Cooper Wiring Devices, M-Shield paperless multilayer reflective insulation, and the Stone Veneer Mortar from Sakrete.
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VERY FEW PEOPLE WILL DEBATE THE merits of a skylight: It brings light into a dark space, creates nice ventilation, and offers heat gain in the winter. The question, though, is whether or not intentionally cutting a hole in your roof is an archaic idea whose time has passed.
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Gorilla Glue's Quick Cure Formula dries about eight times faster than the original product, so it is ideal for woodworkers. It dries white, which works well for lighter wood species. The moisture-activated product bonds to a variety of materials including wood, stone, metal, and ceramics. Cost: $4.9...
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Scotch-Blue Tape for corners and hinges can help fine-tune painting details. Eliminating the need to remove door hinges or make cuts for windows, the pre-cut pieces provide coverage for hard-to-reach areas. Each piece is sized to fit a standard door hinge and perforated to form two corner pieces.