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Join @ProBuilderMag's Rich Binsacca, Drew Smith and Steve Earl as they deliver a step-by-step tour of the energy, water, and other resource efficiencies that made The New American Home 2022 a comfortable and healthy net-zero home. Register here! loom.ly/dscrwYw

Decking manufacturer @Deckorators announced this month that three of its popular composite collections are now approved for exterior cladding. Read more about each collection here: loom.ly/07Yu3DI #productsmag #products #newproducts #residentialproducts #decking

We’ve picked out a few products that promise improved efficiency, sometimes calculated in minutes saved and other times in days. Read up on the 8 products that can help you cut labor needs and costs. loom.ly/qVGUPmc #productsmag #products #newproducts

These peel and stick wallpapers provide builders and consumers with color, and the removable wallpapers are also perfect for DIY projects. loom.ly/o0Q2nAA #productsmag #products #newproducts #residentialproducts #residential #residentialcontruction

Can't get enough of our #awardwinning Luminous® Model 8450? Well, you're in luck! Wayne Dalton will be showcasing the beautiful and #innovative model at the 2022 IDA Expo this April! 👏💯 Read about our @ProductsMag award here: bit.ly/3HcQfa8.

Home improvement professionals in January reported more job delays than anytime since before August 2021. Continuing last year's trend, contractors most had problems purchasing lumber and plywood as well as roofing, insulation and drywall materials. #homeimprovement #delays

Understanding buyer behavior is critical for sales and marketing alignment. Yet, all too often ignored in the process are the actual end-users—installers, tradespeople—and their important role in the “path to purchase” for building product brands: loom.ly/-ODA1jc

Seasoned builders have trusted in panelized systems for decades, but consumer interest is just starting to peak. At the forefront of panelization’s popularity is a desire for efficiency, says Ed Binkley, architect and Director of Design for BSB Design: loom.ly/nU1bErc

When it comes to paint, quality assurance hinges on the product, the preparation, and the application. Read on for three key steps to avoid common painting problems: loom.ly/3nPRhqI

Putting humanity on Mars is not a matter of just getting there. It’s also a significant building challenge, but the solution may lie with “extraterrestrial regolith biocomposite,” a new material that could change the way we make concrete: loom.ly/qcLN0EY

Farnsworth Group in partnership with the Home Improvement Research Institute have been documenting shortages in the most pronounced product categories as well as the ways in which residential construction professionals are handling that adversity: loom.ly/S7TUj7A

The 2021 MVP Awards are here! Read more about the Connected Home awards or check out the full list of winners here: loom.ly/P_rBJ4w

New Signature Kitchens and Outdoor Cabinets lines by outdoor products manufacturer Kindred Outdoors and Surrounds can transform a backyard into an outdoor kitchen in just one day: loom.ly/nPIR9eM

Prices for and availability of myriad products are frequently shifting, making how to sell and prepare for projects a moving target. Find the latest info on shortages and delays here: loom.ly/JzuHtis

Global design trends are taking over American homes with the introduction of new product lines by international manufacturers. Check out this color collection by French appliance and metal cabinetry manufacturer L’Atelier Paris, along with several others: loom.ly/UMvW8aY

The 2022 International Builders' Show is just around the corner. From siding additions and construction adhesives to ice machines and mini bars, here are just a few of the many innovations to look for at the three-day tradeshow: loom.ly/0O8z9sE

Smart technology offers an opportunity for older homeowners to retain their independence and to age in place. From voice-activated ovens to smart lighting systems that allow mobile control, smart tech is integral for aging-in-place home design: loom.ly/BlUiBrM

The outdoor living market is expanding to meet rising demand from buyers looking for homes with patios, decks, and backyards. These products can winterize homes to allow homeowners to enjoy their outdoor spaces year-round: loom.ly/OD3T8_I

It comes as no surprise to anyone in the residential construction industry that year-long supply-chain disruptions and backlogs have had a universal impact on businesses and homeowners alike, but just how drastic are the resulting price increases? loom.ly/Rb3UHAI

Based in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong Flooring is broadening its retail services with a wide selection of resilient products like vinyl and sheet flooring materials that feature popular colors and finishes from beachy blues to a refreshed Mid Century feel: loom.ly/OqeuZ7U