Step by Step (May 2014)

Publication of the

May 2014 • Vol. 17, No. 5 Editor: Jennie Korth

Chairperson’s Message

by AnDee Harris

Greetings! Thanks to the members and guests who attended the April 2 meeting at Cornhusker Bank. We had Karen Marshall with Safety Professionals, Inc. speak to us on “What’s Safety got to do with it.” There were a lot of great questions and discussions about safety, OSHA issues and concerns.

The next meeting will be on May 7, 2014. This will be held at a building being renovated by Tru-Built Construction at 1421 P Street.

Please feel free to invite a guest or two who may be able to attend.

I believe that Spring has now sprung and we are all getting ready to venture outdoors and take advantage of the nicer weather. What a great time for us all to attend the Tour of Remodeled Homes on April 26 and 27, 2014. This year there are 18 entries. This is a perfect time to get out to see and support your fellow Remodelers’ projects. The tour begins at 12:00 p.m. each day. The cost is $5.00 for adults, children 12 and under are free. This is our 25th year of the tour and I am encouraging all of you to help make this year’s tour the best to date!

Lunch at BW3’s followed by a tour of Tru-Built’s project at 1421 P Street May 7, 2014 • 11:30 a.m.

Meet at BW3’s at 1328 P Street for lunch.

(Lunch will be on your own.)

RSVP to info@hbal.org or call 402-423-4225 by May 2.

April Remodelers Meeting Karen Marshall, Safety Professionals, Inc. presents “What’s Safety Got to Do With It”

We had our first winner of this year’s Best of the Best. I would like to congratulate Bielenberg Builders for winning this quarter’s feature for Best Kitchen! Congratulations! Next quarter’s feature will be for Best Additions. Please submit your entry to Michaela at michaela@hbal.org.

I would like to say Thanks for everyone’s support and I look forward to seeing you at one of these next events!

Welcome New Members!

Andrew Schellpeper Vasa Construction, Inc.

Shelly Simonson

Lincoln Federal Savings Bank

Angie Loomer

Union Bank & Trust Company

AnDee Harris presents the first quarter “Best of the Best” certificate to Jeff Bielenberg, Bielenberg Builders, Inc. for their best Kitchen.

Remodeling Savvy: Innovations in Paint Significant innovations in paint over the past 20 years have lead to fascinating interior and exterior applications. Today home owners can use paint to generate solar power, light up a hallway, waterproof a basement and even draw on the walls with no fear.

If you’re thinking about painting your home, knowing what’s new in paint technology may be helpful in deciding how to move forward with your next project. Here are just a few new and innovative products to keep in mind while you plan: Keep it Green with Low- or No-VOC Paint Today’s biggest trend is the increased availability of low- or no-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paint choices. Just about every major paint manufacturer has at least one line now. These paints protect consumers from a number of health issues associated with VOCs, and contributes to improved indoor environmental quality, which is one key goal of the green building and remodeling movement.

Paint that Stays Durable and Clean Driven by consumer demand, manufacturers of interior and exterior paints have developed paints that are easy to apply, durable and cinch to clean. One uses ceramic technology – an infusion of ceramic microspheres into a high-quality acrylic resin – to create a paint extremely resistant to stains and scuffs, and washes well without damage to quality or appearance over time.

User-Friendly Containers Although they have not gained significant popularity due to the cost of production, plastic paint containers that feature twist-off lids, side handles, and easy-pour spouts give consumers a more convenient and less messy way to get the job done. These containers are usually pretty lightweight and easier to store than typical steel paint cans.

Waterproof Paint In the future, waterproofing your basement may be as simple as a few strokes of paint. These products are still in their infancy and many are unavailable to consumers. Products that are available now can create a waterproof barrier on most concrete and masonry surfaces, but most are only water-resistant, not entirely waterproof. These paints can be used in bathrooms, water tanks and birdbaths to manage moisture retention and mold and mildew buildup. One day, fully waterproof paint may be the best and least expensive solution to a common problem that many home owners face: flooding.

Heat-Sensitive and Solar Power Paints Paint that detects and reacts to changes in temperature has been around for a while, but interest in its varied applications is growing. This paint may be used in color-changing interior wall designs, where one or more elements of the motif appear or disappear according to the temperature in the room, or applied on kitchen or bathroom surfaces as a temperature gauge. The paint is also being tested to determine whether it can be used to improve energy efficiency as well -absorbing heat during winter and deflecting sunlight in warm weather. Other companies are researching new technology that harnesses nanoparticles that absorb light, which may one day enable consumers to very cheaply generate solar energy for their homes.

Paint that Lights Up a Room - Literally Researchers recently developed and patented a new type of paint that will one day enable home owners to paint lights onto walls and other parts of the home. This new electroluminescent coating technology turns commonly used metal, plastic and wood surfaces into lamps when the paint is energized with an electrical current. One future use of the product could come in handy for those interested in universal design: a painted white hand rail that illuminates at night, lighting your way in the dark.

Whiteboard Paint Whiteboard paint entered the scene a little over 10 years ago, but is still relatively new to consumers. Several manufacturers now produce a unique wall coating that turns any flat surface into an erasable whiteboard. It’s an inexpensive way to draw out the artist in the whole family, and a great feature to include in children’s playrooms, offices and kitchens.

Paint has come a long way over the years. It can be used to simply spruce up your home with a touch of color or you can take it to the next level, using it to create savvy, green and cost-effective design elements throughout your home. The choice is up to you.

For more tips on painting or home maintenance visit www.nahb.org/forconsumers.

Sign up now!

Golf Tournament August 1, 2014 Mahoney Golf Course

Jan. Feb. March Total Avg. Cost

#

7 4 33 44

2007 Cost 87,400 314,300 1,283,155 1,684,855 38,292

#

9 9 36 54

2008 Cost 1,364,460 141,600 589,154 2,095,214 38,800

Remodeling Permits: Additions City of Lincoln - Detached Single Family - 8 Year Table #

2 5 10 17

2009 Cost 52,000 125,240 206,900 384,140 22,596

#

6 3 11 20

2010 Cost 152,980 99,500 317,000 569,480 28,474

#

3 7 18 28

2011 Cost 80,100 178,700 452,005 710,805 25,386

#

2 5 10 17

2012 Cost 43,500 107,786 691,458 842,744 49,573

#

6 2 8 16

2013 Cost 422,000 33,000 357,600 812,600 50,788

#

3 3 8 14

2014 Cost 59,336 64,000 338,910 462,246 33,018

Remodeling Permits: Alterations

Jan. Feb. March Total Avg. Cost

#

88 78 107 273

2007 Cost 1,163,863 909,207 1,280,089 3,353,159 12,283

#

81 76 89 246

2008 Cost 907,619 947,505 800,412 2,655,536 10,795

City of Lincoln - Detached Single Family - 8 Year Table #

71 76 72 219

2009 Cost 784,232 706,588 946,927 2,437,747 11,131

#

57 69 125 251

2010 Cost 502,454 600,743 1,229,150 2,332,347 9,292

#

69 79 104 252

2011 Cost 988,395 893,584 900,086 2,782,065 11,040

#

81 69 96 246

2012 Cost 804,484 565,929 1,055,957 2,426,370 9,863

#

66 42 65 173

2013 Cost 751,024 702,668 1,000,016 2,453,708 14,183

#

90 87 93 270

BIG SAVINGS ON VANITIES

Contractors can take advantage of special pricing on uninstalled vanities from a large selection of granite, quartz and solid surface. Sinks included!

Prices starting as low as $179.

Contact Eric at 402.434.6009 www.lincolnlaminating.com

2014 Cost 1,279,205 811,667 1,011,061 3,101,933 11,489

Calendar of Events May 7

Remodelers Council Meeting Lunch at BW3’s followed by tour of 1421 P Street 11:30 a.m.

May 8

HOMEPAC & Board of Directors HBAL Office • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C 9:45 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

May 11-18

Spring Parade of Homes Weekdays: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday & Sundays: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Guidebooks are available in all homes and online at www.HBAL.org.

May 13

Primary Election

May 26

Memorial Day HBAL Office Closed

Remodelers Council of Lincoln 6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C Lincoln, NE 68516 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

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