Product Guide
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Job Site Heaters
Cold weather construction often requires a temporary heat source. Here are some types of portable heaters and considerations when choosing one.
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The FORTIFIED Roof System
An introduction to a roof assembly and certification program from the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety
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Alternatives to Silicone
This older sealant may be good for some home projects but advances in materials technologies offer additional options for sealing joints
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Rice Husk Siding and Trim Board
A bio-based board product modeled on polymer-husk technology hypes wood-like appearance and PVC-comparable performance, among other qualities
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Alternatives to Zip System Sheathing
The increased costs of OSB have led high performance–home builders to search for replacement products that integrate sheathing, insulation, and water and air control layers. Here are a few.
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A Look at Steam Showers
A luxury product on display at 2023 IBS touts water conservation among its amenities
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A Look at State Premier’s New Heat Pump Water Heater
The redesign of a previous model adds features and flexibility
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Indoor Air Quality and Building Diagnostics
A review of the CPS IAQ PRO SmartAir meter and the information it provides
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Things to Consider When Choosing Insulation
With implications on the building envelope, the environment, and installer and homeowner health, R-value is just the beginning
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Heating and Cooling with Heat Pumps
Three types of heat pump systems—how they work, their performance properties, and suggested applications