Qualified Remodeler Magazine

DEC 2013

Qualified Remodeler helps independent remodeling firms to survive, become more professional and more profitable by providing must-have business information, namely best business practices, new product information and timely design ideas.

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10 | Structural support from shearwall 09 | Block windows for new SIMPSON STRONGTIE provides structural support in areas susceptible to earthquake activity or high winds with its Strong-Wall SB Shearwall. The prefabricated wood shearwall offers design flexibility for a broad range of applications, including being field trimmed for custom applications. Ranging in dimensions from 12 in. by 7 ft. to 24 in. by 20 ft., the shearwall is available for standard, portal, two-story stacked, balloon-framing and rake-wall applications. Circle 10 or visit directory. forresidentialpros.com/11237897 construction or replacement 11 | Recycled brick HY-LITE's Operable Hy-Lite Acrylic Block and Decorative Glass Windows provide a privacy and ventilation solution. As an alternative to frosted glass or fixed picture windows with treatments, the product can be used for new construction or as a replacement window. The acrylic block windows include energy efficiency options such as Sunblock Plus, while the decorative glass windows are triple-paned and pre-framed in vinyl frames. Circle 09 or visit directory. The CALSTAR PRODUCTS Engineer Brick covers more square feet of wall with the same number of units and quick installation as modular brick, which means lowers installation costs. The 35/8- by 23/4- by 75/8-in. bricks are made with a proprietary process that incorporates up to 37 percent recycled content. Circle 11 or visit directory. forresidentialpros.com/11237603 forresidentialpros.com/11237284 12 | Carbon drinking water unit Body Glove Water Filter Systems by WATER INC. have passed the Water Quality Association's sustainability standards for activated carbon drinking water treatment products. The system includes built-in automatic shut-off valves to simplify changing cartridges, Tri and Quad Stage filtration maximize filter life and protect from chemicals, impurities and organic materials, and the BG Recycle Kit for recycling cartridges is included at no cost. Circle 12 or visit directory.forresidentialpros.com/11237919 13 | Foam into adhesive gel DAP PRODUCTS designed its DAP Smartbond to address a wide range of professional adhesive applications for materials like plywood, drywall, natural and synthetic stone, and other common building materials. The polyurethane formula applies as foam and transforms by collapsing into an adhesive gel that adheres to substrate immediately. It is reusable for up to 30 days when properly stored. Circle 13 or visit directory.forresidentialpros. com/11237507 ForResidentialPros.com QR December 2013 11

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