NBN Online for the week of January 8, 2007

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In This Issue:


Front Page
•	New and Remodeled Show Homes Go Urban at IBS

•	Supreme Court to Hear NAHB Case on Clean Water Permits

•	Special International Builders’ Show Issue

•	Avoid the Lines, Register Online for IBS by Jan. 25

•	NAHB Research Center Lab Tripling Its Size


IBS
•	The New American Home: Photos and Floor Plans

•	The Renewed American Home: Photos and Floor Plans

•	NAHB Board of Directors and Caucus Meeting Schedule

•	NAHB’s Council Headquarters Suites Are Your Path to Success

•	Special Breakfast, Networking Events at IBS Just for Associates

•	Executive Officers Council Events at the Builders’ Show

•	Former Nightline Anchor Ted Koppel to Give Keynote Address

•	BuilderBooks.com Has New Resources Available at IBS


Building Products
•	NCHI Exhibitors Moving to Spur Market Resurgence

•	Pella Adds New Wood to Windows and Patio Doors

•	Silver Line Patio Door Brings the Outdoors Inside

•	New American Home Shows Icynene in Action

•	Schluter Offers Water-Proof System for Tile Showers

•	Therma-Tru Announces Largest Product Launch in Its History

•	Merillat Introducing New Door Styles

•	Progress Lighting Offers Nearly 5,000 Lighting Products

•	HGTV Looks for Builder for 2009 Dream Home Giveaway

•	Lennox Introduces Whole-Home Dehumidifier System

•	Armstrong Features Locking Hardwood and Soft Floors

•	Simpson Strong-Tie Debuts Screw That Won’t Splinter Wood

•	ClosetMaid Closets Combine Black Wire and Wood

•	Builders and Manufacturers to Meet at Pre-Show Reception

•	Pavillion for Concrete Building Products the Biggest Ever

•	GE Custom Hood Inserts Make Venting Beautiful

•	Danze Displays Entire Line of Decorative Plumbing Products

•	Weyerhaeuser Provides Structural Framing Solutions

•	Broan’s Integrated Fan System Improves Air Quality

•	InSinkErator Makes Strides in Disposers, Hot Water Faucets

•	Gaggenau Oven Gives Cooks a Lift

•	HomeSphere Maximizes Rebates, Cuts Costs of Materials

•	Hacker Cement Underlayments Ideal for Rehab Jobs

•	York Cites Hot Trend in HVAC Upgrades

•	ODL Entry Door Glass Incorporates Swarovski Crystals

•	Phantom Screens Keep Insects at Bay But Preserve Views

•	Dow’s Extruded Foam Insulation Combats Termites

•	Working Man’s Apparel Available at Riggs Workwear Booth

•	CertainTeed Showing Nine New Profiles for PVC Finish Trim

•	Amana-Brand Two-Stage Furnace Sells for a Single-Stage Price

•	Bose Features Seamless Theater and Music System

•	Lowe’s Offers Exclusive Line of Frigidaire Kitchen Appliances

•	BuildLinks Helps Builders Make Quick Work of Keeping Books

•	Homes.com Helping Builders Switch to Online Marketing

•	Georgia-Pacific Provides Rainy-Day Solution for Sub-Floors

•	GridPoint Energy Management Appeals to Consumers

•	Dryvit Marks 10th Anniversary of EIFS System in 2007

•	Dupont Demonstrates Tyvek Wrap Systems at IBS

•	New Trane Furnace Filters 99% of Airborne Allergens

•	Bosch Refrigeration Can Adapt to Needs of Any Household

•	Congoleum Tile Adds Space-Age Materials to Limestone

•	Eaton Showcases Remote Home Monitoring System

•	Propane-Fueled Water Heaters Cut Energy Costs in Half


Research
•	Accessible Building Products Directory Release Set for IBS

•	Builders Asked What They Want From Manufacturers in Soft Market

•	Design Guide on PEX Water Supply Systems Released

•	Builders Can Share Opinions at IBS Focus Groups

•	Awards to Honor Builders for Energy-Efficient Design

•	IBS Sessions Focus on Quality in Housing


Construction Safety
•	Host Sites Sought for Fall Protection Seminars

•	Tickets Available for Safety Awards Luncheon


Tips
•	Builder's Tip: Emergency Flat-Roof Repair


Business Management
•	Try Technology Before You Buy, at IBS Computer Labs

•	Ten Must-Have Technology Trends for Today's Homes

•	Take Advantage of Opportunities With NAHB Builder Peer Network

•	IBS Tech Seminars Look at Increasing Efficiency, Profitability

•	Estimating Seminar and Demonstrations at Builders’ Show

•	NAHB Committee Positioned to Help Small Volume Builders

•	Custom Builders Represents Growing Market Segment


50Plus Housing
•	Sign Up for Free Active Adult Plan and Ad Reviews at IBS

•	50+ Housing Council Events at the Builders’ Show

•	How Market Conditions Affect Active Adult Housing; At IBS

•	Learn About the Risks of Age-Targeting Communities at IBS

•	Enter the 2007 50+ Housing Design, Marketing Competition


Multifamily
•	Multifamily Council Events at the Builders’ Show


Remodelers
•	Remodelors Council Education at the Builders' Show

•	Remodelors Council Special Events at IBS

•	Remodelors Council Meetings at IBS


Building Systems
•	Building Systems Councils Meetings, Events at IBS

•	Learn More About Building Systems at Hospitality Suite, BSC Booth

•	Gulf Coast Modular Home Show in Mississippi Jan. 9-21


Sales
•	Find Out What Consumers Want in Home Electronics at IBS

•	NSMC/IRM Events at the International Builders' Show

•	Get the Sales and Marketing Knowledge You Need at IBS

•	High-Powered Super Sales Rallies for a Changing Market on Feb. 8

•	The 2007 IRM Commencement Breakfast

•	Local SMC Workshop: Network with Local Councils Feb. 7 at IBS


Women
•	Building on Venus vs. Mars; Tips for Women in the Industry


Education
•	Can Building Green Grow Your Business?

•	Fuel Up On Education at IBS, Win Free Gas for a Year

•	Education Calendar


Commercial
•	Learn How to Diversify Into Commercial Construction


Labor
•	Home Builders Institute Expands Activities at IBS


Endowment
•	Charitable Contributions to Be Honored at Builders’ Show


Association News
•	NAHB Board Meetings Scheduled for Builders’ Show

•	Wounded Soldier Given New, Accessible Home

•	Builders Rock! Limited Edition Pin Available at Builders’ Show

•	Discuss Successful Membership Programs at Learning Lab at IBS

•	UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping

•	GM $500 Off for NAHB Members Rolls Into 2007

•	Play Builders' Free Online Pro Football. Don't Drop the Ball.

•	Calendar of Events


NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

	Host Sites Sought for Fall Protection Seminars

Tickets Available for Safety Awards Luncheon

Daniel Fulton, president and chief executive officer of Weyerhaeuser Real Estate Company, will be the keynote speaker at the NAHB SAFE Awards Banquet on Feb. 9 in the Peabody Hotel in Orlando during the International Builders’ Show. The awards will be hosted by Scott Morgan of HGTV’s “Dream Builders” show.

Sponsored by Fannie Mae, the Safety Award for Excellence recognizes the achievements of builders and trade contractors who have developed and implemented high-quality construction safety programs. Also honored are government officials and NAHB-affiliated associations that have made successful efforts to advance safety in the home building industry.

Tickets for the awards luncheon are available online until Feb. 1 for $50 per person, or $450 for a table of 10.

Advance registration is required for the luncheon, and tickets are limited. To purchase tickets, click here.

For further information, e-mail Delecia Jenkins at NAHB, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8163.

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