What is “conflict timber” and is there an alternative? In response to events in Ukraine, more than 30 countries have placed sanctions on Russian birch, a long-standing favorite both in the U.S. and around the world. Previously, hundreds of thousands of cubic meters of birch plywood were imported to the U.S. with Russia and Belarus […]
Lake Zurich, Ill. —A major lifestyle and design publication has named a WarmlyYours towel warmer “Best Overall” for the second year in a row. Better Homes & Gardens has identified the polished Tahoe 7 as its “Best Overall Towel Warmer” for 2023 in their article “The 10 Best Towel Warmers of 2023 to Make Your […]
Homeowners can easily coordinate their kitchen design with other interior spaces. (Miami, FL) Häcker Kitchens, the leading German manufacturer of modern kitchen cabinetry, expands its paint expertise, offering 1,900 NCS (Natural Color System®) custom shades for use with its collections. Häcker Kitchens’ NCS addition delivers a significantly higher degree of individualization. As the demand for color coordinated […]
In Barcelona, a 19th century former factory has been transformed into the first social club in Spain designed to meet contemporary female needs. The interiors of this architectural gem, located in the city’s business center, were renovated with a refreshing Mediterranean design using natural materials, bespoke items created especially for the club, and a variety […]
REHAU Monotonic Matte Surface Line Lays a Refined Foundation with Five Premium, Resilient New Finishes LEESBURG, Va. – REHAU announces the addition of a color collection to its RAUVISIO noir™ monotonic matte surface line in five new shades: Sierra Social, Gimlet Haze, Platinum Sands, Taupe Farewell and Decoy Dusk. Inspired by legendary movie classics, RAUVISIO noir™ in color […]
(Huntington Beach, CA) California Faucets unveils two new ergonomic squeeze handle designs for its popular Kitchen Collection. While Descanso Works offers a fresh take on industrial chic style, La Spezia boasts a cantilevered contemporary design. The new styles mean even more choices for those looking to add a “semi-pro” flavor and to personalize their luxury […]
MARINA, Calif. — When J.F. Shea Company began a small plumbing company 142 years ago, there were virtually no women in the construction workforce. Today women in the homebuilding industry have a strong representation in sales, marketing, legal, and finance, but there are still relatively few women in the field of construction. Shea Homes, one of […]
DALLAS, TX—In March at the 2023 International Roofing Expo (IRE), GAF showcased its suite of products and customer-centric services across residential and commercial roofing. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, is focused on providing transformative offerings that continue to revolutionize the roofing industry while reinforcing the company’s continued commitment […]
Three out of five consumers in a recent survey said socially responsible or sustainable products made up at least half of their last purchases. Called “Balancing sustainability and profitability: How businesses can protect people, planet, and the bottom line,” the study was conducted by the IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV). “That was an extraordinary […]