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  • Wed, 09/01/2010
    SPECIAL FEATURES | Products, Sales & Marketing, Materials & Components, Aesthetics & Style

    Crystal Achievement Awards 2010
    Honoring the industry's innovators in technology, manufacturing and marketing
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  • Wed, 09/01/2010
    THE TALK...

    What's Your Online Reputation?
    I have heard from many folks in the industry in the last year or so who contend that plenty of homeowners are staying put in their existing homes rather than moving along the traditional path of starter home to family home to downsized home. It makes sense, given the current environment and the fact that consumer confidence continues to be wobbly at best. This week, I came across this article... more »
  • Mon, 08/23/2010
    THE TALK... | Sales & Marketing

    Is Green Passé?
    When I saw this week's news from UL that it's now working on its sustainability standards for windows and doors what struck me most is the fact that we've had so few "green" headlines of late. With tax credits, Home Star and R-5, energy efficiency shows no signs of going away, but I started wondering if concerns about recycled content or certified forests were on the wane? I thought I'd... more »
  • Sun, 08/22/2010
    Meetings & Events

    Remodeling Show Looks to Rebound
    Window and door makers will be on hand for September event in Baltimore
    Last year, the Remodeling Show was co-located for the first time with the DeckExpo.   Co-locating last year with DeckExpo, the Remodeling Show returns to Baltimore this year with another new partner, the inaugural Plumbing & Hyponics Expo. The annual event, scheduled for September 14-17, also features an expanded conference and education program this year, including lead... more »
  • Tue, 08/17/2010
    THE TALK... | Sales & Marketing

    Next Generation of Window Branding?
    We see some interesting news this week in the window and door industry that focuses on branding. First, we see the resurgence of the Stanley brand in the door arena. That should be a name brand many homeowners remember from years ago. But what really got my attention was the Kathy Ireland backing of Window World products. Who would have thought? I guess it shouldn't be surprising... more »
  • Mon, 08/09/2010
    THE TALK... | Design & Performance

    Do Europeans Really Make the Best Windows?
    "Do Europeans Really Make the Best Windows?" Fine Homebuilding asks that question in its latest issue. The article’s not available online, but I had a look at the piece, which pitted seven different European wood window products against five Canadian fiberglass window products, Serious Materials' fiberglass window and Paradigm Window Solutions' vinyl window. Those choices can be... more »
  • Tue, 08/03/2010
    COLUMN : Opening Remarks | Energy Efficiency, Markets & Trends

    From Home Improvement to Home Performance
    Many of us in the window and door business would consider ourselves part of the home improvement industry. But what about the “home performance” industry? My guess is that a lot of us have probably never even heard that term. Home performance deserves our attention, however. Home performance contractors are energy efficient retrofitters. They don’t just sell siding or HVAC... more »
  • Tue, 08/03/2010
    COLUMN : Industry Watch | Codes & Standards, Materials & Components

    Industry Dodges Formaldehyde Certification Bullet
    Prompted in part by concerns raised over excessive formaldehyde emissions within trailers supplied by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to Katrina-displaced New Orleans residents, Washington has moved to regulate formaldehyde content in wood composite products. A better understanding of carcinogenic properties has also added fuel to the regulatory fires. Because this essentially extends an... more »
  • Mon, 08/02/2010
    THE TALK... | Channels, Markets & Trends

    Will Home Star be a Positive?
    Home Star took another step forward last week. I can’t say I’ve heard a lot of enthusiastic endorsements of the program from our industry, but there seems to be general support. Given the current state of our market, it’s hard to argue against a program that could stimulate more window and door sales. Home Star comes with some baggage, however. It’s not clear what criteria... more »
  • Sun, 08/01/2010
    FEATURE ARTICLE | Products, Aesthetics & Style

    Energy and Style Top Priorities for Vinyl Patio Doors
    Manufacturers and extruders suggest some movement toward larger openings too.
    Homeowners want energy efficiency. They want designer options. Priorities in the vinyl patio door market are not too different than they are in the vinyl windows, manuafcturers and suppliers agree. There are a few trends unique to vinyl doors, however, including some movement toward larger openings. “We're seeing that energy efficiency is very high on the list for both windows and doors,... more »

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