Above photo shows a recently completed Wisconsin cabin project featuring the Beach House Shake Rustic Collection in Pacifica shade. Photo Credit: Mark McCaulley Tando Composites,
From Mice to Masterpiece: the 20-Year Shed Comeback Tucked into more than 14 pristine acres in Cumberland Center, Maine, the office of the Northeastern Lumber
The shoreline of Cape Cod in Eastham, MA, is a dream location for a beachfront cottage. However, for Cape Cod builder Vincent Jameson, partner at
Professional interior designer and Instagram influencer Alex Bucklin, founder of Bucklin Design Co., selected Tando Composites’ Beach House Shake® to bring a timeless New England aesthetic to her
By Adam Clark, Westlake Royal Building Products Flashing is a critical part of roofing and siding jobs, and installers can craft the pieces themselves using
The original and most iconic polymer shake on the market, pioneered over four decades ago, has been rebranded QCshake™ by parent company Derby Building Products.
Keep your siding in shape for good looks and weather protection.
Woodgrain Kick-Off Event Features Stars of TV’s Maine Cabin Masters Tando Composites has partnered with Woodgrain to expand distribution in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
Tando Composites’ Beach House Shake® and TandoStone® aLL-Pro Corner Featured in Qualified Remodeler Magazine’s “Remodelers Choice 100” Tando Composites, the leader in composite cladding, has announced that its Beach
Tando Composites has partnered with Dixie Plywood and Lumber Company (DIXIEPLY) to expand distribution in Texas. DIXIEPLY will now carry the full line of Tando
Tando Composites, a division of Derby Building Products and the leader in composite exterior cladding, proudly announces a new partnership with Building Products Inc. (BPI),
What Is Biophilic Design? Biophilic design integrates natural elements into built spaces to fulfill our innate connection to nature. Rooted in the biophilia hypothesis, it
The 2025 edition features more than 500 products, including six new bricks, in a diverse range of colors and textures that redefine architectural design Glen-Gery Corporation,
Tando Composites Teams Up with Alside For Paradise Builders Siding Project Tando Composites’ TandoStone, the number one brand of composite stone, recently teamed up with
Homeowners Collaborate to Upgrade 30 Home Exteriors from Rotting Natural Cedar to Composite Shingles Rhode Island’s Oakland Farms community boasts a rich history dating back
With extreme weather events becoming increasingly more common, residential communities throughout the country are at higher risk than ever for damage caused by high-velocity winds,
Tando Composites, the leading brand of composite cladding from Derby Building Products, has launched a new website at www.tandocomposites.com with a bold new look, feel,
Beach House Shake, the Authentic Composite Shingle, Wins Over Coastal New England’s Building Pros and Wood Purists Marshall Building & Remodeling, based in East Providence,
Tando Composites announces its partnership with Eikenhout Inc. as its newest flagship dealer in Michigan. Eikenhout will stock the full line of Tando Composites products,
GMX Group’s Maximo Thermowood® Ayous Wins Special Mention in Architizer Magazine’s 2024 A+ Product Awards Miami, FL – GMX Group is proud to announce that
Vacation Home in the Adirondack Mountains Beautifully Updated With Beach House Shake Authentic Composite Shingle Dennis Choiniere’s 48-year career with Eastern Heating and Cooling in
Ply Gem Pro Academy Offers Enhanced Training Resources for the Exterior Contractor Ply Gem®, an industry leading brand of residential building products, debuts the Ply
The ClipStone® ProPanel and ColumnWrap series by Ply Gem® have been revitalized to incorporate a crisp, modern white color to the line of award-winning mortarless
Matte black in home design has made its way from the inside out—and it’s here to stay. The new Ply Gem® line of exterior accessories
A home’s exterior is crucial for making a good first impression, and staying updated on exterior trends can enhance curb appeal, increase home value, and
Home Improvement Expert Chip Wade Selects Beach House Shake® for his North Georgia Home Exterior Atlanta native and home improvement expert Chip Wade is in
NEW SYSTEM REDUCES BUTT JOINTS, ASSURES 16“ ON-CENTER NAILING VERSATEX, the leading name in innovative cellular PVC building products, has just introduced XCEED Lap Siding,
Often overlooked but extremely important, soffits bring longevity and comfort to the home.
Westlake Royal Building Products USA Inc. (Westlake Royal) announced that it has donated siding and trim products to Rescuing Families, Inc., a nonprofit organization that
Westlake Royal Building Products™ announced the addition of a Board & Batten siding profile to its award-winning Cedar Renditions™ by Royal® aluminum siding line. The
Brooke Russell, a Michigan-based professional designer and social influencer at @Brooke.Casa.Del.Sol selected Beach House Shake, the authentic composite shingle, for her coastal-inspired lakeside cottage as
Strength, style, and affordability are beautifully combined in new, industry-first Ashlar Drystack from Qora Cladding. Engineered with proprietary technology from Arcitell, LLC to provide durability
Vincenzo Nastasia, owner of Seacoast Roofing based in Seabrook, New Hampshire, has created a full-service exterior renovation business with a reputation for craftsmanship and integrity.
A collection of home exteriors that will stand the test of time, The Magnolia Home | James Hardie Collection of siding is now available nationwide
It’s often said, you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. Of course, while true, people still do judge by the cover, so you’ll want
NEWPRO uses Tando® Exterior Products for Transformational Curb Appeal Woburn, MA-based company, NEWPRO, one of the largest siding remodelers in New England, is a third-generation
NovikStone® Introduces On-Trend Color Onyx to Dry Stack and Premium Hand-Cut Stone Siding Lineups Quebec City, Quebec – Novik®, a brand of Derby Building Products,
Most people don’t consider vinyl an eco-friendly building product, but data shows it actually is. There are misconceptions that vinyl siding doesn’t have sustainable design,
Mainely Vinyl, serving Eastern Maine, recently selected Beach House Shake®, an innovative shake material, to recapture Downeast charm for a renovated vacation home. With a
Quarrix® (www.Quarrix.com) proudly unveils its newest product line and expands brand – protective solutions for attics, roofs, and walls to keep homes beautiful and healthy,
Tando®, a brand of Derby Building Products, announces Beach House Shake has been selected by Coventry Log Homes for the exterior of their “hybrid” Adirondack
New, on-trend color offers the look of blackened cedar Tando®, a brand of Derby Building Products, announces new Char color as the latest addition to
Novik, a brand of Derby Building Products, has introduced new Artisan Cut within the NovikStone product line. Delivering authentic, unmatched natural stone looks, Novik’s Artisan
Tando®, a brand of Derby Building Products, announces Beach House Shake’s Atlantica has been named a Top 100 Product for 2020 by Professional Remodeler magazine.
How do you transform a dull, brown stucco home exterior into a neighborhood showpiece? If you’re Greg Garrett, you hand-stencil a faux brick pattern on
Popular colors in 2020 are all about life … experiencing it fully, enjoying it softly and engaging in it passionately. According to national
WAUSEON, OHIO – Looking for the next trend in East Coast homes? Then look westward. That’s what Brush and Hammer Builders has done with
Be careful what you specify, not all treatments are the same Exterior wood trim adds natural dimension and architectural interest to any home. The good news:
The term “cladding” refers to a building or wall’s outermost layer of material, often called “siding” when used for exterior applications. Cladding is also used
Nu-WoodTM, a leading industry synthetic millwork manufacturer, now offers faux polyurethane brick and stone masonry panel options in eight different styles and 15 different hand
WAUSEON, OHIO – Haas Door, manufacturer of premium steel and aluminum residential and commercial garage doors, has enhanced its line of residential American Tradition SeriesTM
The two large garage doors at the front of the house accounted for a great deal of its exterior decor. To give the house
New colors, textures and technologies make vinyl a popular choice.
By Larry Walton How to prepare for and spray a new paint job on an old house by using an airless sprayer.
By Monte Burch From East to West, North to South, flooding has been a major problem across much of the United States. You can’t do
Q: We have roll roofing on a garden shed. During a storm a tree branch fell and stabbed a hole in the roofing material. What’s
Tracing the Evolution of the Number One Exterior Cladding Choice.
Using the newest synthetic moldings and shingles as well as tried-and-true techniques to revive an old friend.
Replacing your shutters? Consider installing decorative urethane shutters for years of low-maintenance curb appeal.
By Matt Weber When the old paint wears away, it’s time to wash away the chalk and apply a new acrylic latex.
Lightweight and easy to install, artificial stone is a popular alternative building material.
Tricking the Eyes: New type of wood looks old, feels old, but is brand new.
By providing a continuous blanket of insulation over the home, insulated vinyl siding can reduce energy consumption by as much as 20 percent.
The experts at the Vinyl Siding Institute offer detailed installation guidelines.
Boost your curb appeal and add value to your home.
Sealing and waterproofing your home is a smart way to protect your investment.
A cedar siding upgrade can provide a great look and an excellent return on investment. But as always, proper installation is critical.
Before getting started, it’s important to review several rules of thumb for proper vinyl siding installation to ensure a job well done. Prepare
The next time you drive through an upscale neighborhood in your community, take the time to admire a few particular homes that seem to
Proper installation of wood siding can protect the building envelope from moisture intrusion.
Cable railing has become one of the fastest‑growing trends in outdoor living design, and for good reason. Homeowners want cleaner sightlines, modern aesthetics, and materials that don’t require constant upkeep. Builders want systems that install cleanly, tension reliably, and hold up to weather without callbacks. DeckWise Cable Rail Kits hit that sweet spot by combining […]
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