Why do so many architects select interior architectural wood doors for their projects? Wood is one of nature’s most attractive materials and provides warmth, strength and beauty in a dazzling...
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The design of a home or building has traditionally focused on aesthetics. However, today’s occupants expect more from their spaces: sound is just as important as sight. Acoustic designs and...
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Each year, the Window and Door Manufacturers Association partners with the Farnsworth Group, a market research provider in the building materials, hardware and home improvement industries, to survey architects, builders...
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Overview While every tradeshow can feel overwhelming as a first-timer, or like the same-old, same-old after you’ve attended enough of them, savvy attendees of industry shows know to keep a...
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Entry doors function as more than a way to provide ingress and egress; they also can add a splash of pizzazz or imbue a touch of elegance to a home...
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Architects, builders and remodelers should anticipate a growing demand for these five door design trends in 2019, for both residential homes and commercial buildings: Flush Doors This is one of...
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With home renovation and construction season upon us, architects, builders and remodelers can direct customers looking to remodel their homes or build a new residence toward the latest design trend...
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A growing number of builders, remodelers and architects are using the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) to design and construct green-certified single-family homes and multifamily buildings, and for certified green...
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There’s no doubt that we live in a connected age. Sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) devices continue to proliferate, infiltrating every corner of our lives and making everyday functionalities...
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The WDMA Hallmark Certification Program is a third-party, independent certification program that demonstrates code compliance and allows manufacturers and suppliers of windows, doors and skylights to ensure compliance with industry...
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In a previous related blog, I spent some time discussing the important role that the AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS) and our WDMA Hallmark Certification Program play in...
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When it comes to commercial and residential building products, standards exist to establish baseline levels of performance, quality or safety. When a building code requires a product to meet certain...
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