Chuck Ross writes from Brewster, Mass., about remodeling and design.
Chuck Ross
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Product Trends: Flooring That Blurs the Lines
When it comes to living area and bedroom flooring, the choice used to be much…
Siding: Bringing the Farmhouse Home
The phrase “modern farmhouse” is front of mind for siding manufacturers these days. HGTV stars…
Window Trends: Cleaner, Darker and Larger
Talk to window manufacturers today about industry trends, and what you’ll hear will sound a…
Decking Trends: Composite Decking Making Moves
Composite decking manufacturers may differ in fabrication methods and materials used, but they’re united in…
Tile Trends: Choices Abound
Ceramic and more recently porcelain tile was once thought of in purely functional terms. The…
Traditional Insulating Materials
Insulation is one of the least glamorous products used in any residential remodeling project, but…
Siding Goes Bold
Talk to siding product manufacturers today, and you’ll hear a lot of enthusiasm for the…
Product Trends: Efficient Style for Windows
Consider the many demands we place on a modern replacement window: We want it to…
Caulks, Sealants and Adhesives: Focus is Now on Versatility
New formulas mean better stick-to-it-iveness for today’s sealants, caulks and adhesives
Raise the Profile of Manufactured Stone Veneer
Manufactured stone veneer can add new beauty to a home’s appearance in both exterior and,…