Window and Door Manufacturers Hold Breath to Stay Afloat in 2009
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Synthetic Millwork Continues to See Gains
Suppliers say cellular PVC and urethane products are poised for more growth
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Patio Door Market Opening Up Wider
Popularity of bi-fold and lift-and-slide type systems in high-end homes may trickle down
Multi-million dollar homes increasingly feature multi-panel fold and sliding systems that create big wide openings. But what about million dollar homes, or even half million dollar homes? Is the popularity of these higher-end products—and willingness to spend more—going to impact demand for patio door products in general? Those involved in the high-end market see plenty of growth for ... more » 
Producers Focus on Details in Re-Making History
Manufacturers find success in strict, custom niche
There’s a spectrum of what constitutes a “historic” window. Depending on guidelines outlined by historical trusts and preservation societies and decision makers involved with the project, historic renovation solutions can range from refinishing and reglazing the original sash and frames to recreating a specific look with a brand new window made to incorporate historic features. ... more » Back to Aesthetics in Casement Hardware
Suppliers expect recent upgrades in casement hardware to spread to other product offerings as well
It seems the tide is turning a bit when it comes to product development in the casement hardware arena. The focus used to be on performance and durability, but today the trend is toward enhanced aesthetics and developing hardware with style. That’s not to say performance isn’t important—just that window manufacturers are looking for product that looks good while it’s ... more » More Options, More Styles at Builders’ Show
Annual event sees window and door manufacturers continuing to expand lines and provide more “classic” looks
Orlando, FL—Window and door manufacturers rolled out more options, filled out product lines and launched new branding initiatives at the 2007 International Builders’ Show held in February. With no “big” new products, the most noteworthy element of the show may have been the positive attitudes expressed by exhibitors and attendees alike. Despite a down housing market, ... more » Meeting the Needs of the Most High-end Customers
Price and energy efficiency might not be a factor in the high-end window and door market,
When money is no object, product demands can be unusual, sometimes extreme. Forget price and energy efficiency; builders and homeowners in the luxury market are more interested in differentiating their multimillion-dollar homes with unusual window shapes, one-of-a-kind hardware and “bigger and better” doors and windows. For those in the high-end custom window and door business, these ... more » CertainTeed Enhances Window Business with Decorative Glass
After witnessing success at Marshall Vinyl Windows first-hand, the company has rolled out Accentrim nationwide
When CertainTeed Corp.’s Windows Group acquired Marshall Vinyl Windows in 2002, it got more than a new window manufacturing operation in southern California. It got first-hand experience in the production and marketing of a new option in decorative glass. CertainTeed liked what it saw and is now rolling out Prism Grid at all of its window manufacturing operations. Prism Grid incorporates ... more » 
Authentic Styling and Defined Themes Dominate
An architect shares his thoughts on trends in residential design and how the industry can best supply products to meet the needs of builders and homebuyers
Defined themes and stylized architecture dominates the housing scene, a trend that’s expected to continue, according to Doug Buster, managing partner, Bloodgood Sharp Buster Architects and Planners, Inc., a Chicago-based firm that works with large builders. Addressing the Window & Door Manufacturers Association recently on “Design Issues—the 21st Century Home,” he ... more » FILTER BY
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Right now, there’s much talk about the need to bail out U.S. automakers. Those in favor say actions are necessary to save the economy from falling into... »
Our annual rankings of the 100 largest manufacturers in North America, based on sales volumes. The industry's unofficial scorecard, the list is divided into 10 sales range categories, providing facts, figures and recaps of important developments at major players in the residential window and door business. »
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