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Even as incandescent lighting is phased out, CFL and LED options are available in the same warm glow homeowners expect.

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Air Sealing Recessed Lights

Recessed lights have received plenty of attention as a potential source of energy savings through the use of CFLs and, more recently, LED...
Keeler LIT Light-Integrated Trim System

Add a pop of light to indoor or outdoor trims and railings.

A new polyurethane toilet gasket eliminates mess and conforms to all toilet flanges...

The 9915TR Solar-Powered Attic Fan features a 15-watt solar panel and 14-inch fan for...

Designed as an energy-efficient light source for elegant crystal fixtures, Krystal...

Houzz Doubles the Number of Pro Category Listings
Houzz, the website for home remodeling and design that has begun selling guaranteed high-visibility listing space to pros, announced May 13 it has doubled to nearly 60 the number of construction categories that visitors can use to find a contractor.
New Products from KBIS 2013
From a unique outdoor grill to a new way to market your business, the 2013 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show was full of surprises.
Safe & Efficient: Takagi Ultra-Low NOx Water Heaters
Meet state regulations and energy-efficiency expectations with new ULN tankless water heaters.
Rapid Retrofit: Navien NPE Series Tankless Water Heaters
Installers and homeowners both benefit from NPE Series tankless water heaters, designed for easy installation and high-efficiency water heating.
Spotlight: Water Power: The Future of Tankless Water Heaters
If you think water and electricity don't mix, think again. New, compact technology proposes to alleviate the problems found in other water heating appliances.

Gentle Style: Kichler Arminda Collection
Graceful lines create a delicate aesthetic for this lighting collection.
Straighten Up: Bosch GLL2-40 Cross-Line Laser
Align tile, chair rail, electrical outlets, and more with the easy-to-use cross-line laser.
Generac CorePower System
With a more compact design, the 7-kilowatt CorePower System features a generator and transfer switch packaged together.
Knaack PowerCrew 15-Amp In-Box Power Supply
Compatible with any brand or style of jobsite box, the PowerCrew 15-amp in-box power supply offers safer in-box power that nearly eliminates the risk of shock or fire, the maker says.
Maxwell Systems Estimation 9.1 Takeoff and Estimating Software for Trades
Ideal for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical contractors, the software features shape recognition technology to spot receptacles, registers, switches, and more on construction plans.

Sound Decision: Sonance 70V Landscape Series Speakers
Small fixtures in the 70V Landscape Series pack powerful sound into easily hidden outdoors speakers.
iPort CM2000 and CM100 Mounts for iPad and iPod Touch
Housed in attractive in-wall frames, CM2000 for iPad and CM100 for iPod Touch allow the devices to display weather, news, stocks, and other apps, and easily connect to A/V receivers.
Video Mount Products IWB-1 Flat Panel In-Wall Box Adapter
The IWB-1 flat panel In-Wall Box Adapter gives A/V installers the opportunity to recess flat-panel TVs within the wall between 16-inch studs.
NuVo Technologies Renovia Whole Home Audio System
By employing Power Line Carrier technology, the Renovia Whole Home Audio System gives custom installers a new way to offer home audio to the retrofit and remodeling markets.
Room With a View: Media Room Design
Your clients' budget might not stretch to home-theater proportions, but a thoughtfully designed media room can still provide enhanced viewing and listening.

At Home With Automation

Even features that seems small -- such as lights turning on automatically -- can make a big impact for users.
Safely Shuttered: Wisp Windows and Doors Home Manager ST

Deploy storm protection shades manually or remotely with smartphone- and Web-enabled software.

15 Ways to Incorporate Universal Design Into a Remodeling Project

From easy door handle change-outs to high-tech home automation, universal design can be approached in numerous ways. Here are more than a...
HAI Wireless Energy Management Accessories

Several new ZigBee platform accessories have been added to the maker's Energy Management product line.

Rapid Retrofit: Navien NPE Series Tankless Water Heaters

Installers and homeowners both benefit from NPE Series tankless water heaters, designed for easy installation and high-efficiency water...
Pipe Dream: Pipe Birst Pro Leak and Flood Prevention System

Smart wireless sensors and fast-acting controllers detect water line leaks and prevent damage.

Self Control: Rinnai Pump and Timer Kit

Let homeowners set the timing of their hot water supply to coincide with demand with this pump-and-timer kit.
Safe & Efficient: Takagi Ultra-Low NOx Water Heaters

Meet state regulations and energy-efficiency expectations with new ULN tankless water heaters.

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