NBN Online for the week of January 9, 2006

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In This Issue:

Front Page
New Year Rings in Housing Shift to a Buyer’s Market
Special International Builders’ Show Issue
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published Jan. 16
Onerous Lead Paint Rule Won’t Solve Health Problems
Coast to Coast
In New Orleans, Housing Sales Are Bright Spot
Politics & Government
Howard Lays Out Housing Concerns to Business Execs
Economics & Finance
Eye on the Economy
Tips
A Dust Mask for Your Circular Saw
IBS
The New American Home: Photos and Floor Plans
It Takes Solid Relationships to Build the New American Home
New Options Merchandising Technology Yields Higher Profits
NAHB’s Council Headquarters Suites Are Your Path to Success
Special Breakfast, Networking Events at IBS Just for Associates
BuilderBooks.com Launches New Books, Forms, Software at IBS
Learn How to Boost Your Association's Membership
Business Management
Take a Free Test Drive of Latest Builder Software at IBS
Learn How to Compete With the Industry's ‘Giants’ at IBS
Attend Estimating With Microsoft Excel Seminar at IBS
50Plus Housing
Learn More About the Emerging 50+ Market at IBS
Focus Group to Address Section 8 Vouchers in Assisted Living
Remodelers
Remodelors™ Council Schedule at IBS
Certified Graduate Remodelors™ Events at IBS
Building Systems
Breakfast and Networking at IBS Just for Systems Builders
Find More About Building Systems on NAHB Web Site
Women
NAHB Women's Council Offers Student Scholarships
Women’s Council Headquarters at IBS Open Tuesday-Saturday
Commercial
‘How-to Manual’ for Light Commercial Building Released
Disaster
Builders Show Panel Focuses on Rebuilding Gulf Cost
NAHB to Work With Charity on Building Material Donations
Environment
2006 Storm Water Permitting Guide Available at IBS
Are Consumers Buying Smart Growth? Let NAHB Know
Education
Learn More Before: Pre-Show Education at IBS
Grill Giveaways, Education Planning at IBS Education Booth
Pre-National Designation Month Kick-Off at IBS
Education Calendar
Green Building
New Green Building Guidelines Available at Builders’ Show
Take Online Survey to Assess Use of Green Building Material
Regulation
Awards Recognize Energy-Efficient Homes
Builders Can Help Guide New Product Development
OSB Certification Program Launched at Builders’ Show
ToolBase Provides Information on Building Technologies
Quality Sessions Focus on Profits, Customer Satisfaction
Sales
A New Year’s Resolution: Re-Evaluate Your Ad Agency
Online Home Buyer Behavior Research Revealed at IBS
Strike Sales and Marketing Gold at IBS
Workforce housing
Nominate Communities That Promote Workforce Housing
Labor
HBI Announces Job Corps Award Winners
Lowe’s, Student Chapters Showcased in IBS Events
Building Products
Distressed Wood a Hot Trend in Flooring
Windows Resist Breaking in Severe Storms
Fiberglass Insulation Cuts Moisture in Walls
Bathroom Products Feature South Seas Look
Home Awareness System Responds to Water Leaks
Hydrogen-Burning Fireplace 100% Efficient
Six Glazes Created for Popular Kitchen Door
Blind Slats Motorized With Battery Power
Decorative Panels Introduced for Windows, Patio Doors
Retractable Door, Window Screens a Design Solution
New Lighting Designs Meet Home Owner, Builder Needs
Work Clothing Made of Tear-Resistant Cotton Fabric
Builders Framing With Steel See Risk Premiums Slashed
Most Complete Home Fire Sprinkler System Unveiled
Refrigerator Boasts the Greatest Capacity in the Industry
‘Paperless’ Wallboard Panels Resist Mold Growth
Products Manage Moisture in New American Home
Interior Finish Provides Energy-Efficient Insulation
Impact-Resistant Windows a Defense Against Hurricanes
Copper and Bronze Finishes Added to Windows, Doors
Project-Driven Financing Spurs Development
Two-Panel Plank Interior Door Has Shaker Look
LP Offers Sheathing, Floor System, Vented Soffits
Software Improves Construction Supply Chain Management
Builder's Engineer
Do You Solve Problems or Make Them?
TV
NAHB Programs on HGTV & DIY This Week
Association News
Ed McGowan, Remodeling Hall of Fame Inductee, Dies at 69
Visit BuilderBooks Store at IBS for Books, Savings, Giveaways
Your NAHB Membership Can Take You for a Great Ride
Calendar of Events

NAHB Programs on HGTV & DIY This Week

NAHB-produced television shows for consumers on HGTV and DIY:

"I Want That" on HGTV

Episode: "Basketball to Go"

•  Jan. 15, 9:00 p.m. ET/PT
•  Jan. 16, 1:00 a.m. ET/PT

 

Play a game of hoops anywhere with a basketball set-up that attaches to any standard trailer hitch. Battery innovations include a model that runs cooler and longer and a solar-powered battery charger. A robotic spot cleaner digs up stains while you relax. Plus, inventions that make cleaning gutters easier, camping tents for your pets and more.

"Dream Builders" on HGTV

Episode: "A Town for All Tastes"  

•  Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m. ET/PT

 

In this episode, see a colorful new town with mass appeal that takes root in the Rocky Mountains. Also, a California couple finds the perfect building material right under their feet. Finally, can you imagine see-through walls? Meet a Houston scientist who has some big ideas about the future of concrete.

"Rock Solid" on DIY

Episode: "Concrete Vanity"

• Jan. 10, 10:30 p.m. ET/PT
• Jan. 11, 1:30 a.m. ET/PT
• Jan. 15, 9:00 a.m. ET/PT

 

The stone guys, Dean and Derek, and expert Dan Gobillot create a high-end concrete vanity top with decorative glass accents.

 

"Assembly Required" on DIY

Episode: "Modular Homes (Part 2)"

• Jan. 15, 2:00 p.m. ET/PT
• Jan. 15, 8:30 p.m. ET/PT
• Jan. 15, 11:30 p.m. ET/PT

 

Catch an inside look at how modular homes come together and pick back up with the Papadopoulos family as they begin to build their prefab vineyard manor in this second of two episodes. Learn what happens after modular homes leave the factory on flatbed trucks and are delivered onsite. Meet the builders who piece the modules together and the home owners who watch as months of planning begin to take shape.

The NAHB Production Group is a full-service, self-contained, media production unit creating programming for cable television, broadcast television, non-profit, museum and corporate clients. Productions range from magazine format shows for general audiences to museum-installation videos for specialized use.

The production group includes award winning journalists, writers and photographers with experience in broadcast, documentary and corporate television.

 


 

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