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Building Products back issues from January 2003:

Let's celebrate. (Editor's Perspective).

Jan 01, 2003; ... I recently celebrated my 10-year anniversary at the company that publishes BUILDING PRODUCTS magazine. It's hard for me to believe that rye been at one company so long, let alone one publication. When I started working for HanleyWood, LLC, parent company of BUILDING PRODUCTS, I ...

Just. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Crafted from 18-gauge stainless steel, wall panels complement the firm's line of stainless steel sinks as well as other metal kitchen appliances. The panels come in quilted and standard satin finishes and ...

Asko. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The W6441 washer and T731 dryer feature dial controls and LED window displays. The washer features 11 wash programs and keeps track of cycle time on the LED readout, while the dryer ...

Carefree Xteriors. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Made from reinforced fiberglass and extruded high-density polyethylene, structural lumber is low-maintenance, sturdy, and durable, claims the firm. The material can be cut and fastened with ...

Milgard. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Made of vinyl, the French Rail sliding glass door is perfect for remodeling applications, says the company. The doors feature stainless steel rollers for smooth sliding. They are available in ...

Danze. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Available in the Opulence and Sheridan collections, the firm's oil-rubbed bronze finish is one of its latest product offerings. The company also has introduced lift-and-turn style bath drain trim ...

Diamond Spas. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Custom stainless steel stairways are the company's most recent addition to its extensive product line. Stairways are available in varying sizes and can accommodate more than a 180-degree ...

Quality Cabinets. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The Manchester door features a raised center panel for a sophisticated look, says the maker. The company's cabinetry is available in four wood species and select thermofoils and ...

Lumicor. (Product Spotlight).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Decorative panels sandwich a range of materials, including fabric, metal, wood, and foliage, between two pieces of translucent resin. The panels can be fabricated into almost any shape or size; they can be used ...

Rheinzink. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Solar PV modules work with the firm's Quick Step roofing system for targeted photovoltaic extraction. Suited for roof pitches of 10 to 75 degrees, the Solar PV glass panels can be ...

Abbaka. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The Quantum range hood combines a sleek, low-profile design with enough power to handle professional-grade ranges. The hood comes in 42-, 48-, 54-, and 66-inch lengths or in ...

International slate. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Custom-punched for installation, slate roofing is imported from China. The slate roofing lines absorb less moisture and undergo rigorous international testing, says the firm. The slate comes in ...

Canyon creek. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Designed specifically for maple and cherry, Nova cabinetry is the latest addition to the frameless Millennia line. The self-closing drawer box system features concealed epoxy-coated ...

Weyerhaeuser. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Made from a compound of oak wood fiber and recycled polyethylene, ChoiceDek Plus features a natural wood look, but is low maintenance and moisture resistant, claims the ...

Northland. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... See-through glass door refrigeration systems come in 18-, 24-, 30-, and 36-inch widths in capacities from 10 1/2 to more than 24 cubic feet. Refrigerator and refrigerator/freezer models are available with ...

HomeCrest. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Featuring recessed oak panels, Summerfield cabinetry is the firm's most affordable wood line; it can be used in the kitchen or bathroom. The bathroom design shown here features a combined wall cabinet and ...

Sherwin-Williams. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Exterior Accents latex paints feature better pigments that provide high hiding performance and won't fade, says the firm. The paint comes in flat, satin, and gloss finishes. It can be applied in ...

Briggs Plumbing. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The porcelain-enameled self-rimming steel Venice sink features double basins that each measure 9 inches deep. The sink installs with the firm's Secure-Lok mounting system; swiveling ...

Gaggenau. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The AH600 range hood uses multiple fans to create a backflow of air that completely rids the kitchen of cooking smoke, odors, and vapors, claims the firm. The unit has three 50-watt halogen ...

DuPont Corian. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The Private collection of surfacing was inspired by wabi-sabi, the traditional Japanese concept of beauty. The Palladio series includes soft aesthetics with wispy, tone-on-tone veining in four ...

Innovative Edge. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Featuring genuine metal, MetalTones solid-surface edges have true color throughout. The edges combine the fabrication properties of solid surfacing with the performance of metal, claims the maker. The edges come in 12 ...

Bosch. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Axxis washers and dryers feature the Logixx computer system, which automatically determines drum reversing rhythms, rpm, rinses, soak time, and spin speed for every fabric selection. The system ...

Caesarstone. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Made from 93 percent quartz, Caesarstone solid surfacing is non-porous, durable, and has a rich, consistent look, says the company. The solid surfacing is available in 32 colors. Six of those ...

Watermark. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Shown here in the green patina finish, the Paris faucet is available in more than 33 finishes. It features a concealed ledge design and metal handspray. Matching bar faucets, ...

Clevaflex. (Product Spotlight).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Quadroflex is a corrugated multi-sided HVAC duct that can be bent in any direction and twisted 90 degrees by hand. It consists of interlocking seams that are folded flat and knurled for ...

Walker Zanger. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Avignon Decoratif ceramic tile reflects the designs of Southern France in handcarved borders, moldings, decos, dots, and liners, says the firm. The pieces are available in raised and ...

Sea Gull Lighting. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Offered in finishes and styles that range from decorative path and linear deck lighting options to food lights, the Ambiance system is available in 12- and 120-volt ...

Bates and Bates. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Measuring 33 inches by 21 inches, the 1/8-inch-thick copper Farmhouse sink can be installed in drop-in and undercounter configurations. The sink, which features a 10-inch depth, has a finish that will change ...

Formica. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Available in white spex, biscuit spex, birch spex, moss spex, cotta spex, and denim spex, the Basic Elements collection of solid surfacing complements Fountainhead and Surell solid surfacing, says the ...

Solatube. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Designed to bounce light just one time, Spectralight Infinity tubing provides the brightest, cleanest, and whitest natural light of any skylight around, claims the firm; it can transfer up to 500 percent ...

Hansgrohe. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Interaktiv bathroom and kitchen faucets are available in five designs ranging from traditional to contemporary and all share a common spout with varying lengths according to application. The Metro is shown here ...

Rollex. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Winchester Bay vinyl siding features a rolled nailing hem for extra rigidity and proper nailing depth and an interlocking snap-lock design for secure installation. The ...

Grohe. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The Aquatower's thermostatic valve allows water temperature to be pre-selected and maintained while supplying enough water to each shower outlet, says the firm. The shower system features a showerhead, ...

Moen. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... MoenStone composite granite sinks are resistant to heat, stains, scratches, and chipping, claims the firm. The kitchen sinks come in five colors in numerous sizes. They ...

Wolf. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Ventilation and chimney hoods come standard with delay-off buttons, halogen lighting, filter-clean indicator lights, and front-mounted three-speed controls. The modular systems work with an internal or remote blower After 10 ...

Nichiha. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Sierra Premium fiber-cement shakes are now available in stained and primed finishes. The new stained shake comes in mahogany, maple, redwood, and cedar and features deep graining to ...

U.S. Tile. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Montoro genuine clay grade-one roof tiles are made in Australia using individual molds. The tiles interlock at the head and side lap. They are available in two profiles ...

Hurd. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Sliding glass windows feature the same unrestricted views picture windows offer without the size limitations and are perfect for small spaces, says the firm. The windows come in ...

Ryobi. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Featuring an eight-stop replane-set gauge and a planing-depth gauge, the AP1300 13-inch surface planer allows the user to accurately plane multiple boards of lumber to the same thickness. The tool has a ...

Polyglass. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Maufactured from a rubberized asphalt waterproofing compound and a fiberglass-reinforced mat with a granular surface, Polystick TU self-adhering tile roofing underlayment is designed ...

Rainier Richlite. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Richlite, a paper-based surfacing material, has a natural soapstone appearance that requires little maintenance and resists heat, stains, and scratches, says the firm. It comes in three ...

Intuit. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Master Builder 2003 software organizes workflow into distinct estimating, production, accounting, and analysis categories. It features a customizable desktop, a report navigator, and streamlined grids. The Master Builder ...

Zephyr. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Part of the Europa collection, the Firenze range hood features a 715-cfm blower to clean the air, six variable speeds, touch controls, dual-level halogen lamps, and a 15-minute delay-off function. The stainless steel ...

Simpson. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Part of the Mastermark door line, the Kerrisdale Park door features clear cast glass with molded Craftsman-style geometric designs, insulated glazing, and the firm's Innerbond panels. The exterior door is available ...

Sonance. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Ellipse 1.0 LCR elliptical-shaped in-ceiling speakers are designed to be the front channel speakers in surround sound home theater systems. The speakers feature a 1/2-inch-thick cloth dome pivoting tweeter, a ...

Dornbracht. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Available in a right- or left-handed configuration, the Tara Classic Profit gooseneck faucet is perfect for dishwashing and pot filling, says the firm. It has an automatic hydraulic diverter that senses the ...

Smart Vent. (Product Spotlight).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Designed for crawl spaces and foundations, the Smart Vent features automatic louvers that adjust to changes in temperature and sensors that respond to rising water levels. In rising temperatures the louvers open completely ...

Nana Wall Systems. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Available in framing ranging from extruded aluminum to traditional wood to aluminum-clad wood frames, Nana Wall glass panels ride on hidden overhead tracks. The panels stack on either side of the track; they come in hinged, ...

Coastal Industries. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The frameless Bikini Bypass shower door has been redesigned to include a new header, towel bar bracket, and finger pull. The door features 3/16-inch-thick tempered glass ...

Ceramic tiles of Italy. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Tappeti Orientali from Arkadia tiles feature one of four decorative motifs inspired by Oriental rugs. The accents are part of the Terramadre line of porcelain tiles, which ...

Regency. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Tielsa semi-custom cabinetry features design elements such as ergonomic work heights, utensil storage shelves, recycling centers, and pull-out waste-disposal chutes. The cabinetry comes in maple, cherry, spruce, ...

Rohl. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The Modern collection of bathroom fixtures features 30 coordinating options for elegant water delivery, claims the firm. The fixtures are constructed of solid brass. Numerous lavatory and ...

Hy-Lite. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Exterior door inserts are four blocks wide and 11 blocks long. The acrylic one-piece doorlight fits 1 3/4-inch-thick doors. It is the firm's latest addition to its extensive line of acrylic ...

Comfortmaker. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Equipped with a high-efficiency variable-speed DC blower motor that reduces electrical consumption up to 80 percent, the SoftSound Plus 80V gas furnace has two-stage heating operation to reduce temperature swings, says the firm. The ...

Sunrise Specialty. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Shown with a polished brass tub filler and oval shower curtain ring, the Lion's Foot bath is made from cast iron with a vitreous enamel exterior glaze. The tub measures 72 inches long, 30 inches wide, and 23 1/2 ...

Rehau. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... System 1400 triple-seal PVC casement, awning, and picture windows feature concealed hinges, fusion-welded frames and sashes, and multi-chambered profiles. The venting windows can be combined with fixed ...

Kroy. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Made from a wood composite product by Strandex, Timberlast composite deck systems are less than 1 1/2 inches thick. They can be installed using 16-inch joist spans and the firm's deck clip ...

Nevamar. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Part of the firm's collection of laminates, Silver Metaphor high-pressure laminate features bronze undertones and blue-tinted pit marks for a look that's between concrete and metal. Eighteen additional patterns ...

BHK. (New Year's Specials).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Moderna Signature engineered wood flooring is available in Vermont maple, valley beech, red natural oak, butterscotch oak, Mount Vernon cherry, and classic gunstock. The tongue-and-groove planks feature a ...

The last frontier: durable, attractive storage systems aim to tame the garage. (Trends).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Two upscale storage systems want to tidy up the home's biggest junk drawer--the garage--while making the space eyecatching, too. "We're trying to change the way the American consumer looks at the garage," says Marc Shuman, president of GarageTek. On the market since 2000, the ...

Bates and Bates. (International Builders' Show: preview).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Shown here in solid copper with a weathered finish in a hammertone pattern, the vessel-style Aurora sink develops a distinct patina over time. It is offered in self-rimming and undercounter styles. The sink ...

Hartco. (International Builders' Show: preview).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The Pattern-Plus 5000 line of flooring spans 29 colors and numerous species, including cherry, walnut, oak, maple, and ash. The modular system allows homeowners ...

Delta. (International Builders' Show: preview).

Jan 01, 2003; ... The 1800 Jetted Shower XO system features a standard showerhead and spray jet module with two adjustable spray jets. The third outlet can be used for a handheld spray, another ...

Dow. (International Builders' Show: preview).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Saran 520 Vapor Retarder film and tape can be used in combination with Trymer 2000 rigid foam insulation. The film can be factory- or field-applied. The tape is used to ...

Georgia-Pacific. (International Builder's Show: preview).

Jan 01, 2003; ... Heritage Hill vinyl siding features Geloy, an acrylic copolymer that protects against fading, says the maker. The siding has a full-rollover nail hem and comes in pewter, sagebrook, cobblestone, ...