2008 International Builders' Show Coverage
The 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
American Standard FloWise Low-Flow Toilet, with video
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
State-of-the-Art Measuring: Bosch DLR165 Laser Rangefinder
Storm-A-Rest Hurricane-Protection System, with video
Whirlpool SteamClean Electric Ranges
SHOW NEWS AND INDUSTRY TRENDS
Ed Begley Jr.promotes energy efficiency
Green is big at the Builders' Show
Opening ceremonies at the International Builders' Show
Postshow impressions by the Consumer Reports team










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Posted by: jerry leibell | Apr 22, 2008 6:43:33 PM
have you reviewed the product called quietrock,if not when do you anticipate completing this report