New Product Showcase
Under Foot
The Nuheat Cable System brings luxurious warmth to all tile, stone and laminate/engineered wood floors. Nuheat Cable combines a patented guide system with Nuheat's proven heating technology in this easy-to-install floor warming system, perfect in wet environments from showers to saunas and steam rooms. Create the ultimate luxury bathroom with this energy efficient system that offers spa-like comfort at home. Priced from $7 to $10 per square foot, including cable and guide systems. nuheat.com
Smooth Transition
Cifial expands the options for color in the home with its wide range of finishes in both fixtures. Leading the way is the statuesque Brookhaven L-Spout Series. Available in eight finishes ranging from polished chrome and aged brass to distressed bronze. The series truly captures transitional styling by blending contemporary and traditional elements into every design. Priced from $535 to $689. 800.528.4904.
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Comfort Zone
The new Climate C?ntrol Zoning System from Uponor uses the latest wireless technology for complete radiant control in every room of a home or building. The system is more convenient to control and requires less time for contractors to set up and install. The starter kit comes with one radio-controlled module, an interface module, an external, removable antenna, connection cables and mounting accessories. 800.321.4739.uponor-usa.com
Smart Sprinkler
Cyber-Rain is an easy-to-use, smart sprinkler controller system that conserves water and helps prevent excess runoff. Interfacing with the homeowner's PC, wireless technology delivers data from the internet directly to the controller to automatically adjust sprinkler operations to changes in the weather. The system saves homeowners 30 to 70 percent off their watering bills. Priced at $349. 877.888.1452. cyber-rain.com
Limited Access
Plexidor Pet Doors offers the Plexidor Electronic that opens exclusively for your pet via a wearable pass code "collar key." Simply clip it to the collar and the technology in the door recognizes the code as the pet approaches. It is sturdy, rust proof and made with aluminum framing and high impact ABS panels. Available in bronze and white, and various sizes to match all pets. Priced from $129 to $800. 800.749.9609.? dogdoors.com
Heat on Top
Rheem-Ruud indirect water heaters provide customers who use hydronic heating with a highly durable and cost-efficient option for obtaining hot water. Integrated with a boiler, the system circulates hot water through a coil to warm water in storage tanks. The indirect water heater reduces standby heat loss and maximizes energy efficiency. Five sizes are available to meet both residential and commercial needs.
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Compact Cart
An innovative line of folding multipurpose utility carts offers the durability of a standard steel wheelbarrow and a collapsible design for convenient and easy storage. The tub is puncture resistant, waterproof, flat bottomed and non-stick for easy cleaning. The Fold-A-Cart easily folds down in seconds to 20 percent of its functional size. Price ranges from $99 to $299. 866.977.FOLD.? foldacart.com
Super Sealant
Bathroom and kitchen mold has met its match. Henkel Corporation introduces Polyseamseal Ever Bright Silicone Sealant, the first proprietary silicone formula designed with a triple action protection system to defend the cured silicone sealant against mold for five years after application. Available in white in 10 oz. plastic cartridges and priced at $9.99. 800.999.8920.
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Shift into Gear
Makita Inc. is proud to announce the release of its new 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Hammer Driver-Drill Kit, model BHP452. The BHP452 can be used as a driver-drill or a hammer-drill. With an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove, it is designed for reduced operator fatigue. The Shift-Lock drive system sleeve quickly shifts from "hammer drill" to "driver" mode. Price ranges from $115 to $289. 800.462.5482. makitatools.com
First Impressions
The Rustic Collection of entry door systems offers a plank style, alder-grain entry door in energy efficient fiberglass. Retractable screens can be added to in-swing doors. Rustic Collection panels can be pre-stained in one of several rich finishes: Moorish Teak, Rose Wood, Dark Mahogany, Natural Teak, Provincial and Golden Oak. Primed or stain-grade interior frames can be pre-finished in white or stained to match the door panel. Price ranges from $680 to $790. 800.732.2499. peachtreedoor.com
Get a Grip
Powers Fasteners, Inc. introduces the new PE1000+ pure epoxy. It features an exceptional 3:1 ratio holding power and is designed for use in anchoring threaded rod, bolts, reinforcing bars and smooth dowels into concrete and other solid base materials. The adhesive is a premium, high-strength epoxy that can be installed in both long-and short-term loading applications. Priced at $30. 914.235.6300. powers.com
Fan Flair
Emerson Ceiling Fans introduces the Elite Series with new hand-carved blades that allow consumers to add a personal touch to any fan. The Origami fan features streamlined housing and blades reminiscent of bent gull wings. Its visible steel structure and integrated Opal Matte Glass light fixture make a fashion-forward statement. It also contains the K55XL motor?Emerson's best. 800.237.6511. emersonfans.com
Chic Hideaway
Builders can finally give homeowners the attractive bathroom storage solution they have been waiting for with NuTone's Studio V Collection. Studio V offers solid contemporary or traditional metallic finish frames. With over 72 style variations, the collection features clean, square lines for maximum storage capacity. It can be surface mounted, recessed or semi-recessed and is reversible for right- or left hand opening. Four cabinet sizes are available. 888.336.3948. NuTone.com
Bright and Bold
ALNO offers a surprising interplay of luster and materials that fill kitchens with newfound variety and lightness. From quartz-grey lacquered cabinet fronts to natural hues, the kitchen is transformed into a place of pure relaxation. ALNO also offers options for the bold and bright kitchen, detailed in their high-gloss Pistachio or Ruby Red lacquers. With over 1,700 colors to choose from, ALNO cabinets are custom made. 818.981.8210. ALNOusa.com
