NBN Online for the week of February 4, 2008

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Congress Gives Housing Some Stimulus, But More Is Needed
Builders Keep No-Growth Proposal Off Florida Ballot
New NAHB TV Spots Help HBAs, Members Promote Home Buying
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published Feb. 11 or Feb. 18
Coast to Coast
Home Builder Wieland Upbeat Amid Housing Downturn
Politics & Government
'No End in Sight’ to Battle With Growth Opponents
Austin Builders Defeat Fire Sprinkler Mandate
Plan to Attend the 2008 NAHB Legislative Conference
Economics & Finance
Affordability Key for Selling to First-Time Home Buyers
Builders in Connecticut Accentuate Market Positives
Eye on the Economy: Housing Will Improve Later This Year
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
IBS
Special Builder Panel Looks at Weathering Economic Slump
NAHB Board of Directors and Caucus Meeting Schedule
Strategies for Survival and Success: Special Programs at IBS
Feb. 14 ‘Green Day' Highlight of Builders’ Show
Think Radically About Industry Education at IBS and Win Prizes
IBS Workshops Ready Members for ‘National Designation Month’
BuilderBooks.com Has New Resources Available at IBS
A Few Spots Still Available for 'Spokesperson Training' at IBS
Tips
Builders' Tip: Getting Pinpoint Accuracy in Stair-Rail Joints
Sales
Experts Say Sales Teams Must Learn to Overcome Objections
Business Management
Members, Submit Comments on ‘Performance Guidelines’
50Plus Housing
New Survey Reveals Housing Wants of 45+ Age Group
Duplex Transformed Into Home for a Lifetime
Free Architectural Plan Reviews, Community Ad Reviews at IBS
Deadline Nears for 'Best of 50+ Housing Awards'
Learn How to Build a 50+ Housing Council on Feb. 14 at IBS
Multifamily
Condos an Affordable Alternative for Young Buyers
Pillars of the Industry Award Finalists Announced
Technology
Kitchen Lighting Controls Enhance Buyers’ Lifestyles
Remodelers
Lead Paint Rule in Final Review
Attend NAHB Remodelers Chairman’s Dinner at IBS
Building Systems
Experts to Discuss State of Systems-Built Industry at IBS
Education
Education Calendar
Regulation
Land Development Magazine Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Legal
Discrimination Suit Against Kyle, Texas Goes to Court
Workforce housing
Affordability Upturn Does Little for Low-Wage Workers
Delaware's Rep. Castle Honors Legacy of Leon Weiner
Labor
Students Headed to Orlando for Construction Competitions
Building Products
Whirlpool Contest Offers IBS Attendee Faraway Trip for Two
Dryvit Donates Cladding System to New American Home
Closet Factory Brings Custom Cabinets to New American Home
Timberlake Cabinets Help Make New American Home Green
Honeywell Technology Delivers Emergency Communication
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Eight Builders to Be Honored at IBS for Community Service
Association News
NAHB Board Meeting Set for Feb. 15 in Orlando
Introducing the Hertz Green Collection. Reserve and Conserve.
UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping
Get Dell Double Discounts This Month
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Whirlpool Contest Offers IBS Attendee Faraway Trip for Two

Closet Factory Brings Custom Cabinets to New American Home

Timberlake Cabinets Help Make New American Home Green

Honeywell Technology Delivers Emergency Communication

Dryvit Donates Cladding System to New American Home

Dryvit Systems, Inc. has donated its highly energy-efficient Residential MD System to The New American Home, which will be open for tours during next week’s International Builders’ Show in Orlando.

The system was chosen for the show home because of its third-party proven energy-efficient qualities and superior moisture drainage performance.

According to data released by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Dryvit systems are at least 84% more energy-efficient than the next best-tested cladding.

On average, Dryvit Systems exterior cladding lowers heating and cooling costs by 20% to 30% annually.

“We are so pleased with The New American Home program that we have agreed to participate in the 2009 show home in Las Vegas as well,” said Barbara Catlow, manager of marketing services for Dryvit. “Our residential system offers truly differentiated energy efficiency and we are pleased to showcase that attribute on the New American Home.”

Dryvit routinely supports green building practices, and this is the third consecutive year that the company has participated in The New American Home program.

For more information on Dryvit systems and products, click here or call 800-556-7752.

Headquartered in West Warwick, R.I., Dryvit Systems, Inc. is a member of the National Council of the Housing Industry — The Leading Suppliers of NAHB.

This feature is solely for educational and informational purposes. Nothing on this page should be construed as policy, an endorsement, warranty or guaranty by the National Association of Home Builders of the featured product or the product manufacturer. The National Association of Home Builders expressly disclaims any responsibility for any damages arising from the use, application or reliance on any information contained on this page.



Tour Hours and Bus Schedule

Registered attendees at the 2008 International Builders’ Show can tour The New American Home during exhibit hours via free shuttle buses (ticket required) departing every half hour from the Orange County Convention Center. Shuttle bus tickets may be picked up at the The New American Home booth, which is open during show hours and located in “Transportation Central” of the C Hall Lobby, West Building.

Date

Show Home Hours

Depart Convention Center

Depart Show Home

Wednesday, Feb. 13

9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 14

9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 15

9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 16

9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

For more information, e-mail Tucker Bernard at NAHB, or call him at 800-368-5242 x8519.


 

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