JLC Live returns in 2026 with the same hands-on energy builders count on, but this year’s show feels especially pivotal. With tighter code cycles, smarter building materials, and a wave of jobsite tech moving from “interesting” to “essential,” the industry is shifting fast. This preview highlights the booths, demos, and innovations that will matter most to remodelers, carpenters, and trade pros walking the floor in Providence.
The dates, location, and focus for this year’s event are as follows:
• Conference: March 26–28, 2026
• Exhibits: March 27–28, 2026
• Location: Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, RI
• Focus: Hands-on building clinics, Tool Zones, 50+ education sessions, AIA/CEU credits, and a large exhibit hall.
• Audience: Remodelers, builders, contractors, and field crews
For complete event schedules and information, go to jlclive.com.
We highly recommend adding these exhibits to your JLC Live show planner:
Maze Nails – Booth 906
Top-quality Type 316 Stainless Steel Ring Shank Cedar Shake and Shingle Nails are ideal for the dependable application of cedar shakes and shingles. Mandatory within 15 miles of salt water areas as per the Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau (cedarbureau.org) – and for applying pressure-impregnated preservative or fire-retardant treated shakes and shingles. (Check with treater for specific fastener requirements.) Type 316 stainless steel produces the most corrosion-resistant nails available – for a lifetime of worry-free service.
Maze manufactures quality double hot-dipped nails for fiber cement siding, cedar and redwood siding, roofing, cedar shakes and shingles, PVC trim products, decking, fencing and post frame building construction. Many manufacturers and industry associations recommend Maze Nails for use with their building products because of their superior rust-resistance and quality performance in the field. Maze also manufactures a complete line of stainless steel for marine and coastal applications. Maze Nails are 100 percent Made in the U.S.A. in Peru, Illinois.
In business since 1848, Maze Nails has a long standing tradition of providing top-quality nails to the building industry. Maze Nails is proud to be one of the last and longest standing manufacturers of 100-percent American-made nails. Maze has been setting the standard for 178 years. mazenails.com
Deckwise – Wisebond – Advantage Lumber – Booth 119
DeckWise® offers a range of dependable, tough, and long-lasting decking products and accessories. As a leading decking industry supplier, they provide solutions for various decking materials in any climate. Some of their more notable products include: Ipe Clip® Hidden Deck Fastener, Hardwood Wrench™, Hardwood Wrench™JR, Ipe Oil®, WiseCoat®, Ipe Seal®, Ledger & Post Wrap, WiseGuides Countersink Bit, High-Speed Drill Bits, and Composite Deck Screws. For more information, visit the DeckWise® website.
WiseBond® specializes in epoxy products for woodworking and artistic applications. Their Deep Pour™ Epoxy is designed for pours up to 2 inches deep. It’s commonly used for creating beautiful live-edge river tables, encapsulating objects, casting, and achieving special color effects. WiseBond® epoxy can be used for various creative projects beyond decking, such as bar and table tops. See these products at the booth or go to wisebond.com for more info.
Advantage Lumber has been a global leader in manufacturing and shipping sustainable, premium-grade materials for decking, siding, live-edge slabs, and cabinet-grade lumber since 1992. They offer a variety of products, including Brazilian Cherry Flooring, synthetic decking, and live-edge wood slabs. Their materials are 100% all-natural and chemical-free hardwoods and they always ensure responsible harvesting from well-managed forests. Customers worldwide choose them for premium-grade materials. You can count on reliable performance even in extreme climates. Advantage Lumber also manufactures and ships Ipe Decking, Hardwood Siding, and Deck Tiles. Advantage Hardwood Decking and Lumber materials are shipped worldwide. For more information, visit AdvantageLumber.com
Trex® Seal™ Ledger Tape – Booth 603
Waterproofing the ledger board is a critical step in preventing moisture damage and ensuring the structural integrity of a deck over time. To fully protect this essential component, the makers of Trex® Seal™ Ledger Tape have introduced a butyl tape engineered specifically for use beneath the ledger board. Measuring 22 inches wide and featuring a convenient triple-release liner, Trex® Seal™ Sub-Ledger Tape creates a continuous water-tight seal between the ledger board and the house wrap to prevent water from infiltrating the house.
This sub-ledger offering features similar performance qualities and benefits as the award-winning Trex Seal Ledger Tape in a wider product designed for this specific application. This self-adhering, butyl-based tape covers the entire surface beneath the ledger board and integrates with the house wrap to provide a continuous seal for optimal protection against moisture and water penetration. It also creates a water-tight seal around ledger fasteners.
Whether constructing a new deck or replacing an existing one, installing Trex Seal-Sub Ledger Tape is a simple process that takes minutes but can add years to the life of a deck. For more information, visit TrexSeal.com.
Featuring Trex’s proprietary SunComfortable™ technology, Select decking is engineered to reflect solar energy and reduce heat absorption to keep the deck surface cooler. Laboratory testing has shown that SunComfortable can reduce heat buildup by up to 35°F* compared to original Trex boards.
Beyond heat management, Trex Select decking is engineered to thrive in virtually any environment. The boards are fully submersible offering marine-grade water resistance for coastal and lakeside applications. Select boards are also W.U.I.-compliant, expanding the product’s relevance into wildfire-prone regions across the West. From damp coastal climates to arid deserts to high-altitude mountain settings, Select performs reliably thanks to an ultra-durable integrated shell that resists stains, scratches, mold, fading and the structural failures common to wood. The result is a deck that won’t rot, warp, crack or splinter – and requires none of the sanding, staining or regular upkeep that wood demands.
The latest additions to the Select line reflect clear, research-driven alignment with homeowner preferences and design trends. Responding to a growing desire for brighter, more modern outdoor aesthetics, Trex has introduced three new, on-trend colors, each featuring an updated grain pattern with subtle streaking and refined embossing:
· Malted Barley – a blend of earthy browns and soft greys
· Millstone – a weathered grey with charcoal undertones
· Whiskey Barrel – a warm, rich brown steeped in the spirit of aged oak
These curated hues bring the warmth and nuance of natural wood while offering the low-maintenance benefits composite users expect.
Select’s solid profile and ability to be curved further distinguish it within the mid-tier market. Available in 12′, 16′ and 20′ lengths, the boards offer enhanced structural integrity, exceptional durability and greater design freedom. Builders can create eye-catching curves, custom shapes and distinctive features with ease, all while leveraging the Trex Hideaway® Hidden Fastener Collection for a clean, screw-free finish.
Backed by a 35-year Residential Warranty and a 10-year Commercial Warranty, Trex Select decking has it all – premium aesthetics, advanced performance attributes and long-lasting durability, all at a price point that makes it an unbeatable value. trex.com
Tando Composites – Booths 1127 & 1232
Tando Composites, a division of Derby Building Products, offers the industry’s best composite exterior cladding with TandoStone® and Beach House Shake® product lines. Siding installers trust TandoStone as the perfect complement to fiber cement and other types of siding. TandoStone’s ProBrick also has the realism of brick in a composite product. Using standard siding tools, installers know TandoStone can be installed in a fraction of the time compared to natural stone or stone veneer with no mortar or skilled masons required. It can also be installed at ground contact as it is impervious to moisture and is available in two profiles: Stacked Stone, with a dry stack look and Creek Ledgestone, with visible grout lines. Beach House Shake combines the look of natural cedar shingles with advanced composite technology and an authentic appearance. Look for the new Beach House Shake Rustic Collection coming this spring, with a staggered edge that looks great with fiber cement, especially in gables and accent areas for non-coastal areas. Available in four colors. All Tando Composite product lines deliver authentic beauty and performance to any exterior. EHT recently published an in‑depth feature on a Beach House Shake® project in Cape Cod (pictured above). Learn more about TandoStone at tandocomposites.com and Beach House Shake at beachhouseshake.com.
Atlas Roofing – Booth U501
Bringing exceptional performance to the growing continuous insulation market, Atlas recently introduced EnergyShield® XR Continuous Insulation, for both residential and commercial projects, and is the only polyiso continuous insulation board designed for both above- and below-grade applications. This one single product allows for a more simplified and continuous insulation strategy while providing more versatility than XPS, with a strong sustainability profile, and a higher R-value per inch, allowing you to provide better thermal protection or streamline your wall profile. For more info, click here: EnergyShield XR
Bosch Power Tools – Tool Zone 1 U1200
Bosch Power Tools has doubled down on its commitment to jobsite innovation by announcing 60 new products that will launch in 2026. Bosch is offering robust solutions for workers in three key categories: a fully integrated concrete portfolio, a new EXPERT 18V platform and major expansions into outdoor power equipment and modular storage.
“This year’s additions are based on feedback we received from jobsites across the country. The result is a portfolio designed to help workers feel in control, empowered and confident to get their jobs done.” – John Paul Marcantonio, North American President and CEO for Bosch Power Tools.
Thoughtfully engineered to truly meet the needs of today’s trade professionals, who increasingly seek more flexibility and durability on the jobsite, these new tools build on Bosch’s robust 18V platform that’s designed for uncompromising performance, durability and versatility. boschtools.com
Modern Mill – Booth 36
Modern Mill is the manufacturer of ACRE, a tree-free and recyclable alternative to wood made from upcycled rice hulls. ACRE has unique strengths equipped to meet common needs of builders, architects, and homeowners including:
- Resistance to water, pests, mold, rot, and splintering
- The ability to be painted or stained without primer (the first composite material to offer this)
- Compatibility with standard woodworking tools—no harmful dust, pre-drilling, or melting required
This is a building material that looks identical to wood but without the ongoing maintenance or environmental impact. It’s being used for decks, siding, trim, and more, delivering the look and workability of wood with the durability of a composite.
With over 20 billion pounds of rice grown annually in the U.S., Modern Mill is turning what’s typically landfill waste into a sustainable, high-performance building material.
For more info, go to modern-mill.com
Nakamoto Forestry – Booth 116
Nakamoto Forestry is sharing an early look at Clear Vertical Grain (CVG) sugi—their newest premium Japanese wood cladding product shaped as much by skilled forestry practices as expert milling. CVG sugi delivers an exceptionally elegant vertical grain with no knots and no visual noise. That clarity is the result of intensive forestry and milling practices: Sugi timberland is planted at nearly twice the typical density and carefully maintained over decades to encourage straight trunks and tight growth rings. Mature logs are then quartersawn and air-dried for a full year, producing boards that are more dimensionally stable, more consistent in color, and notably refined in how they weather over time. nakamotoforestry.com
ProWood® – Booth 441 & 442
ProWood®, a leader in pressure-treated lumber products, will bring its newest framing solution, contractor-led demos, and interactive experiences to JLC LIVE 2026.
JLC LIVE attendees will get a first-hand look at ProWood TrueFrame™ Joist, the no-nonsense choice for pros who demand precision. Engineered to stay stable and straight, TrueFrame saves time, reduces waste, and delivers better end results. The launch of TrueFrame Joist defined a new framing product category—enhanced treated lumber. This consistent, jobsite-ready lumber is made with wood and next-gen additives and engineered to perform better than traditional treated lumber under real-world conditions.
The ProWood JLC LIVE Demo Stage (Booth 441) will feature six sessions over two days focused on a variety of topics, including framing techniques, build planning, precision inlays, and social media strategies for deck builders. Presenters include seasoned builders Sean Collinsgru and Catherine Lippincott of Premier Outdoor Living, and Jonathan Moeller of Colorado Custom Covers & Decks.
ProWood booth visitors can also try their hand at the TrueFrame Level Slide Challenge, an interactive activation showcasing the product’s consistency. Level Slide Challenge participants have a chance to win a 48-inch Promes Carpenter Square.
TrueFrame Joist is currently available in Colorado and becomes broadly available throughout the Midwest and Great Lakes markets in mid-March 2026. Northeast and South Atlantic distribution begins in early April. Find a TrueFrame dealer near you.
ProWood pressure-treated lumber delivers lasting protection and performance for any outdoor project. With specialized treatments to meet any application and a wide range of product options, ProWood has the right lumber for the job. ProWood is a brand of UFP Retail Solutions, LLC, a UFP Industries company. Learn more at www.prowood.com
Deckorators® -Booth 327
Deckorators®, a leader in outdoor living solutions, returns to JLC LIVE 2026 to showcase the latest innovations in decking and railing. At the booth, attendees will find:
- The newest Venture decking line color, Shoreline, a lighter tone inspired by coastal environments
- Aluminum railing and glass rail post kits designed to open views
- Summit and Voyage decking featuring Deckorators’ proprietary Surestone® technology
- The brand’s upgraded Vista line, now with a fire-resistant core and featuring a Class B flame-spread rating
Deckorators will also host a “Boards & Brews” happy hour at their booth from 3-5 p.m. Friday, March 27. Visitors can grab a drink, talk with industry experts, view new products and shoot hoops at the booth’s Pop-A-Shot game for a chance to win prizes.
Deckorators, the first name in decking, railing and accessories, invented the low-maintenance aluminum balusters category and has since led the industry with innovative decking and railing products. With dependably on-trend designs, Deckorators lets DIYers and builders extend their creative ideas from a home’s interior to its outdoor living spaces. Deckorators is a brand of UFP Retail Solutions, LLC, a UFP Industries company. To learn more, visit www.deckorators.com.
