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February 21, 2008

2008 International Builders' Show Coverage

Onlocation_ibs_intro_2The Consumer Reports Home & Garden team recently returned from Orlando, where we attended the International Builders' Show, the housing industry’s largest trade event. From Feburary 13-16 we checked out the latest products and gear from more than 1,900 exhibitors and attended industry conferences, all in an effort to keep you informed of the latest happenings in the American home.

We won't have tested any products featured here . . . yet. So consider our previews a chance to see what’s headed your way. We've also included some stories on the trends we spotted at the show. Bookmark this page so you can come back to read the postings we'll add in the coming days.—Steven H. Saltzman

PRODUCT PREVIEWS

Amana Jot Refrigerator

American Standard FloWise Low-Flow Toilet, with video 

Best by Broan IP29 Vent Hood

DeWalt Nano Cordless Tools, with video 

Electrolux's New U.S. Appliances

Flo n Stop Household Flood-Prevention System

GE Profile WPDH8800J Washer With SmartDispense, with video 

Gem-Loc Premiere Edge Countertop Edging

Kenmore Pro Built-in Refrigerator, with video 

Kohler Express Vanities, with video 

Kwikset SmartKey, with video

Lithium-Ion Tools Move Into the Mainstream

QuietRock Soundproof Drywall

State-of-the-Art Measuring: Bosch DLR165 Laser Rangefinder

Storm-A-Rest Hurricane-Protection System, with video 

Trex Escapes Decking 

Vinotemp Walk-In Wine Vault

Whirlpool SteamClean Electric Ranges

 
SHOW NEWS AND INDUSTRY TRENDS

Ed Begley Jr.promotes energy efficiency

Green is big at the Builders' Show

Home storage is a must

Opening ceremonies at the International Builders' Show

Postshow impressions by the Consumer Reports team

 


 

Comments

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have you reviewed the product called quietrock,if not when do you anticipate completing this report

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