Product Picks: October 2018

This article highlights a selection of new and notable building and home improvement products introduced in October 2018. It presents a comprehensive overview of various offerings from different manufacturers, catering to both construction professionals and homeowners. Royal Building Products introduces Conceal Column Wraps, made from 100% cellular PVC, available in Traditional, Craftsman, and Builder styles. These wraps feature a "clam shell" design with three pre-assembled sides for seamless integration around existing posts, and are resistant to moisture, warping, rotting, and insect damage. They require minimal maintenance and come with a 25-year warranty. MAX presents the SuperFramer SN883RH3, a 21-degree stick framer capable of driving various nail sizes for framing, sheathing, decking, and subflooring. Weighing 7 lbs, it includes features like dial-adjustable depth control, a safety trigger lock, a maintenance-free end cap filter, a nose magnet to prevent jams, an aggressive nose for toe-nailing, and both sequential and rapid-fire triggers. It also has a tangle-free swivel plug and a heavy-duty steel rafter hook. ProVia offers glazed finishes for its Embarq and Signet fiberglass entry doors, providing a weathered, rustic aesthetic. Craftsmen hand-apply the stain, creating brush-stroke variations in color depth. These finishes are suitable for Craftsman, Victorian, European, French-style, Cape Cod, and Dutch farmhouse architectures and are backed by a 10-year finish warranty. MiTek USA's Hardy Frame brand expands its lateral-load solutions with the Hardy Frame CFS Picture Frame, a cold-formed steel solution for multi-family shear wall systems. This self-reacting moment frame distributes compression on wood members below, allowing for large window openings. Two panels can be installed back-to-back to double capacity, and it incorporates the MiTek Z4 continuous tie-down system. Weather Shield introduces home automation for select window and sliding door models, allowing control via a button press or voice commands to Amazon Alexa. The system enables automated adjustments based on scenarios like fire or CO2 detector triggers, and can be programmed for specific times or thermostat temperatures to optimize energy use and comfort. Simpson Strong-Tie launches the BTH brick tie, designed for cost-effective veneer connections to light-frame construction across 3-inch airspaces. Made from 22-gauge galvanized steel, it is field-adjustable and can be installed with either side facing up, offering versatility. It includes embossments for added strength and dual field-bendable zones for airspace adjustments. Combilift introduces the Combi-PPT, a high-capacity powered pallet truck with standard lift capacities of 6,000 lbs. and 12,000 lbs., and higher models up to 35,000 lbs. Its design allows the operator to stand at the side for improved visibility. Features include power steering, AC motor technology, rear-wheel drive, and a multi-position tiller arm. CertainTeed's EverNew vinyl deck collection offers a complete system of porch and deck products and accessories, integrating with EverNew vinyl and composite railing. The decking is easy to install, non-porous, simple to maintain, and resistant to stains and water damage. It comes in three UV-protected colors and plank lengths, with a raised ridge tread for a non-slip surface, backed by a lifetime limited warranty. BILCO's Basement Door Keyed Lock Kit provides convenient and secure access to basement areas. It features a corrosion-resistant finish, a cylinder cap to protect against weather, and gaskets for a watertight installation. The kit is designed for quick installation and allows interior locking and unlocking via a slide bar. Alside launches its 1700 and 1900 new construction vinyl window collections, featuring solid vinyl construction with fusion-welded corners for strength, energy efficiency, and weather-tight performance. Available in contemporary colors, various grid profiles, and advanced glass packages, these windows meet ENERGY STAR requirements and come with a lifetime limited warranty. Sherwin Williams' Minwax introduces a new Minwax Performance Series tintable wood stain, available in 48 new colors, custom hues, and stain-matched options. This faster-drying formula (2-6 hours recoat time) is thicker, reducing drips, and is also available in a lower VOC version. Koppers Performance Chemicals offers FlamePRO flame retardant treated wood products, an interior Type A High Temperature (HT) FRTW formulation applied through pressure impregnation. These products reduce flame-spread and smoke development, meet building code requirements, and comply with AWPA UC-1 and UCFA categories, offering a 50-year warranty. Rustoleum's new Turbo Spray System pairs aerosol convenience with high output. Its super-sized fan tips spray four times wider and faster than traditional spray paint, with a 10-inch wide fan spray for professional results on large projects. The oversized 24-ounce can is suitable for sheds, patio furniture, and other extensive applications. Mockett introduces new drawer pulls with an elegant, modern, and understated design, available in three sizes and four finishes: Satin Nickel, Matte Chrome, Polished Chrome, and Brown-Black. They feature a leaner form and sleek aerodynamic body, and come with 1-inch mounting screws. DEWALT releases new SDS Plus 2 Cutter and SDS Max High Impact Carbide 4 Cutter Bits with a "No Break Guarantee." These bits offer improved durability, longer life, and a wear-mark indicator. The SDS Max bits feature a redesigned full carbide head and Iron Blast Technology to strengthen the bit body and reduce breakage in tough concrete. Wolf Home Products launches the Wolf Portrait Siding Visualizer, an interactive web-based design tool. It allows homeowners and contractors to explore siding colors and profiles, compatibility with roofing, shutter, door paint, and trim options. Users can also upload photos of their own homes for a realistic preview. Ply Gem's Mira Premium Series double hung windows feature a tilt-in sash for easy cleaning and interlocking for superior structural performance. They offer a three-piece jambliner for different interior and exterior colors, 6/4 sash construction for a historically accurate wood window look, and vacuum-treated solid wood components for durability. Available in four interior colors and 46 exterior colors. Versatex expands its Canvas Series of maintenance-free, hardwood-toned PVC trimboards with two new profiles: a 1/2-inch x 6-inch tongue-and-groove beadboard and a bed mould. These additions match colorfast woodgrain finishes replicating black cherry, walnut, tropical macore, and amber tones. Canvas Series components are stable, weather-resistant, and easy to work with, available in 18-foot and 16-foot lengths respectively. Milwaukee Tool introduces the M18 FUEL 3-in-1 Backpack Vacuum, featuring a POWERSTATE brushless motor and cyclonic design for powerful suction and quiet operation. It has a removable harness, integrated hook, and handle for versatile carrying. With 55 CFM and 159 air watts, it cleans various jobsite debris. Powered by an M18 REDLITHIUM HD9.0 battery, it offers up to 40 minutes of run-time on Low mode and comes with a 5-year tool and 3-year battery warranty. Bosch unveils a new line of BLAZE outdoor connected measurers, including the GLM400C with a viewfinder and the GLM400CL with a camera. These devices use an adjustable zoom camera to locate laser targets up to 400 feet away in bright conditions. The color display provides clear readings, and the GLM400CL can take photos and store measurements. Bluetooth connectivity allows data transfer to a smartphone or tablet via the MeasureOn app. MI Windows and Doors introduces a new flat casing exterior accessory for its new construction vinyl windows, including the 4300 single-hung, 1556 double-hung, 9770 casement, and 9660 awning products. This colonial-style casing is 3-1/2 inches wide, designed to mimic traditional wood casing, and its sill nose blends seamlessly with traditional exteriors. #ProductInnovation #HomeBuilding #ConstructionMaterials #HomeImprovement #BuildingProducts #ExteriorDesign #InteriorDesign #ToolsAndEquipment #SmartHomeTechnology #ProductInnovation #HomeBuilding #ConstructionMaterials #HomeImprovement #BuildingProducts #ExteriorDesign #InteriorDesign #ToolsAndEquipment #SmartHomeTechnology