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Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published Feb. 11 or Feb. 18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

Dryvit Donates Cladding System to New American Home

Closet Factory Brings Custom Cabinets to New American Home

Honeywell Technology Delivers Emergency Communication

Timberlake Cabinets Help Make New American Home Green

Timberlake cabinetry will be featured at The New American Home during next week’s International Builders’ Show in Orlando.

Timberlake created beautifully designed, environmentally friendly cabinetry throughout the house, which will be the first show home certified under NAHB’s new Green Building Program.

Timberlake cabinets can be found in the primary kitchen, a family suite kitchenette, a morning kitchen, four bathrooms, a home theater, a craft room and a utility room.

The cabinetry is designed to provide both functionality and style, adding a custom look that compliments the home’s modern adaptation of plantation style. The home features some of the latest design trends and innovations from Timberlake, including comprehensive storage and accessory options and popular new finishes like Cognac and Butterscotch.

“The building industry, over the past several years, has increasingly placed its focus on finding new products and technologies to preserve the environment,” said Don Repshas, vice president of marketing for Timberlake.

“As a brand committed to conducting business in a manner that both protects the environment and provides extremely well-crafted, attractively designed products, we are honored and proud to provide cabinetry throughout the home.”

Timberlake Cabinetry has received certification by the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's Environmental Stewardship Program on its entire line of products.

Timberlake Cabinetry is a division of American Woodmark Corporation, the third largest manufacturer of kitchen cabinets in the U.S. To find out more about the entire collections of cabinetry styles and accessories, click here and click here.

Headquartered in Winchester, Va., Timberlake Cabinet Company 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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