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November Data: Custom Architects Weigh In, New Construction Trends, Contractor Confidence, and Material Price Changes

We've collected highlights from a number of data reports published throughout the industry in November




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Products

CoreGuard Sink Base

The CoreGuard Sink Base from Merillat completely rethinks the construction methodology of traditional sink base cabinets by specifically addressing issues such as minor spills and plumbing leaks.

Construction

Media Life

Media Life from Wellborn Cabinet integrates live TV, personal photos, music, DVDs, podcasts, movies, home videos, family schedules, recipes, email, and web into one convenient location.

Construction

Poggenpohl drawers

Germany’s premium kitchen manufacturer, Poggenpohl, has developed a new design of side profiles, pull-outs, and drawers for the tall and base units in its Porsche Design kitchen. The pull-out sides consist of smooth, right-angled profiles just 8mm thick from top to bottom, both inside and out — providing a clean, sleek look.

Insulation

Owens Corning's EcoTouch fiberglass insulation with PureFiber binder technology

Owens Corning is taking its tried-and-true EcoTouch fiberglass insulation line to a new level of green with the introduction of PureFiber binder technology.

Green & Sustainable

Kitchen and bath design series: Tips on designing and specifying shower systems

Understanding the mechanics of shower systems is vital to creating a great user experience, according to kitchen and bath design expert Paul Greenspan. He offers advice on shower system design and specification, including when to use a thermostatic valve in lieu of a pressure balance valve.

Insulation

NapaWrap Coastal house wrap

Designed specifically for coastal and severe weather regions, NapaWrap Coastal house wrap from Propex offers the industry’s first “tear free” guarantee

Windows & Doors

Jumbo-Sized Double-Hungs

Made-to-order double-hung wood windows are available in sizes as large as 6x12 feet with high-performance glass, as well as a selection of hardware, colors, and finishes.

Windows & Doors

Picture Perfect

Marvin Windows and Doors’ Ultimate Venting Picture Window offers the unobstructed views of a traditional picture window, yet is operable for cross ventilation purposes. The window’s sash projects outward to reveal a screened-in opening that vents stagnant air, reduces condensation, and keeps out insects.

Windows & Doors

Rounding Out the Style

Ply Gem has expanded its Mira Premium Series line with four styles of radius operable and picture casement windows. The new styles include extended eyebrow, quarter eyebrow, half round, and quarter half round.

Construction

Grohe Icon Rainshower

Grohe’s Icon Rainshower fixture features a flat, donut-shaped body and is fitted with a small slide button that allows users to control water flow with one finger.

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