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Composite Railing

Symmatrix Classic Elegance series railins has been introduced in white and f-our complementary colors by Dow Building Systems.

solid stains that allow consumers to change the color of their composite decking.

- Please visit www.cabotstain.com

Quattro Composites

New 4" channeled composite deck olanks from CorrectDeck can be used witn tne company's hidden fastener system.

CX Quattro looks similar to tropical hardwood deck planks, but is engineered to resist stains and fading. Microban antimicrobial protection keeps out mold and mildew.

The collection includes l3 contemporary geometric and organic styles crafted from vitreous china that resists staining, discoloration and fading. Colors include white and biscuit.

- V i sit www .b r i g g splumbin g.c om

Recyclable Mortar Bags

Laticrete International now packages all its mortars, thin-sets and grouts in recyclable plastic bags.

Made from wood flour and PVC resin, the railing reportedly is weather resistant, easy to install, and requires no sealing. painting or staining.

- Please call (866) 583-2583 or v is it www .dow symmatr ix.c om

Composite Gare System

Cabot's deck care products promise to restore, protect and add beauty to composite decks.

Five colors are available: cedar, mahogany, merlot, coastal gray, and cottage green.

- V isit www.corcectde c k.com

Counter Cultured

Stylo above-counter vessel lavatories from Briggs Industries create focal points in bath and powder rooms.

The new bags have a non-slip bottom and reportedly are durable, puncture and moisture resistant, and will not rip or leak from the bottom.

- Please call (800) 243-4788 or visit www.lat ic re t e .com

Redesigned Elements

Elements composite decking has been redesigned by TAMKO Building Products, with stronger, more durable boards, a grain surface pattern, and a sculoted undersurface.

The concentrated. oowdered cleaner is formulated to resist dirt and mold. A range of decking stains are available, including semi-solid and

Offered are two lengths-16' and 20' - plus three colors - Cape Cod gray, redwood, and weathered wood.

- V isit www .e I ement sdeckin g,.com

Lift & Slide Doors

Kolbe's Lift & Slide doors are designed for expansive, easy-to-operate openings.

The doors can either nest behind one another or recess into a pocket opening to disappear completely from view. Folding door panels fold back against each other to create a door openlng.

All styles are available in energyefficient options, numerous panel configurations, a variety of finishes and interior wood species, and accessories to coordinate with any d6cor.

- Please call (800) 955-8177 or visit www.kolbe-kolbe.com

Enduring Posts

Endurance PVC-clad porch posts from Railing Dynamics are now available with either a standard base kit or the newly engineered wind uplift base kit.

Beautiful Header

A new 1.7 hem/fir glulam header from QB Corp. is engineered to be strong and lightweight, yet is beautiful enough for exposed applications.

Another improvement is the specially designed PVC gasket added to both kits, to prevent corrosion of the base plate when used with ACQ-treated lumber.

Three load-bearing options are available, in white, beige or sand posts in 4" and 5" sizes.

- Please call (877) 420-7245 or visit www.rdirail.com

Available widths are 3-l/2 ft. and 5-Il2 ft., in lengths up to 60 ft.

The product reportedly is available without long lead times and is easy to install.

- Please visit www.qbcorp.com

Vinyl Doors & Windows

Montecito vinyl windows and patio doors from Milgard are designed for new-home construction.

Right Stuff Doors

Therma-Tru's Classic-Craft and Fiber-Classic doors are now available prestained and prehung.

Its new FinishRight process offers a complete door system that reportedly has consistent color and finish. Stain choices include mahogany, walnut, cherry, medium oak and English walnut.

- Please contact (800) 537-8827 or visit www .thermatru.com

Decorative Panels

Panels from Canfor Panel & Fibre are deeply embossed for the look and feel ofreal brick and stone.

The series is reportedly engineered to meet Energy Star requirements in all climate zones. A frame depth of 3ll4" and a l-318" setback of the integral nail fin make installation easy.

New SmartTouch locks allow onetouch operation that engages when the window is closed.

- Please visit www.milgard.com

Lively Deadbolt

The Turner deadbolt from Safety by Design has a rotating metal collar that allows locking from the outside with one quick, keyless turn.

The product comes in six finishes and is available as a single deadbolt or as a combo pack that includes a deadbolt and tubular doorknob.

- Please call (877) 349-0306 or visit www.turnerlock.com

The look of brick is replicated in a choice of four colors on 4 ft. by 8 ft. panels.

Panels with the look of stone come in two patterns and four colors.

- For more information, please v is it www.pane lwoods.com

Deco Glass

Decorative glass windows from Hy-Lite come in casement and awning styles with heavy-duty hinges and latch hardware.

The operable windows measure 29"x29" and have low-maintenance vinyl frames in either white, tan or driftwood colors.

Better Spread

Glidden Spred paint has been reformulated for easier application, superior coverage, improved color accuracv. and nationwide VOC compliance.

A new color-coded label identifies the sheen of each product and the rooms or surfaces it is best suited for.

Coastal Look Tile

Eliane's new Labrador porcelain tile was inspired by the look of natural stone found along the Atlantic coast of Canada.

The irregular-edged tile is offered in 18"x18" and l2"xl2" formats plus a collection of tumbled mosaic decorative oieces.

Both the craftsman and spring flower patterns can be ordered with nickel or black caming that accentuates the beveled and etched design.

- Please contact (877) 712-4013 or go online at www.hy-lite.com

Fiv^e natural colors-noce brown, copper, beige, ocean blue, and forest sreen-are suitable for both residenIial and commercial applications.

- Contact (972) 481-7854 or visit www.elianeusa.com

A new addition to the interior line is Super Washable Flat, designed for high-traffic areas such as mudrooms, hallways and kids' bedrooms.

- Please visit www.glidden.com

Quiet Panels

QuietBrace sound-deadening structural sheathing from Temple-Inland combines structural support and outsidenoise reduction in one product.

Panels are available two thicknesses, in 4-ft. widths and 8-, 9- and l0-ft. lengths. They can be installed with either nails or staples.

- Call (800) 424-23I I or visit www.templeinland.com

Fresco Look

Affresco glazed porcelain tile from Mediterranea presents the look of Italian frescoes.

Field tiles are 20"x20",13"x13", 1O"x2O", and 6"x6". Two bullnoses-3"x13" and 4"x20"-are available. as are

2"x2" mosaics mesh-mounted on 13"x13" sheets. Colors include Venice (beige), Florence (gray), Verona (gold), and Rome (terracotta).

- Please call (305) 445-6200 or go online at www .m e dit e r rane a - us a.c om