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SHOWROOM STRATEGIES: Loranger Door & Window Co. Inc.
Insights from LBM Dealers who’ve grown their sales with a showroom refresh.
An Interview with Robert J. Loranger, President of Loranger Door & Window Co....
Industry News
POINT/COUNTERPOINT: Treated Wood or Composite Decking
Point/Counterpoint provides equal time to both sides of a controversial topic. This month, we take on the question: What's Greener: Treated Wood or Composite...
Industry News
PRODUCT PICKS: May 2014
Each month, hundreds of products hit the market. Here’s our pick of the ones to watch for May 2014.
Stanley & CAT FatMax® Portable Tripod...
In Depth
IN DEPTH: DECK FASTENERS
Fastener preferences are changing as contractors look for more safety and low-visibility options to meet expectations.
BY:Â CRAIG A. SHUTT
Deck fasteners are moving more to the high end of...
In Depth
IN DEPTH: DECKING
As the market revives, preferences are changing.
BY: CRAIG A. SHUTTAs the housing market revives, so too does the desire among homeowners to expand their...
Industry News
MANAGING RISK: Tech Takeovers
Information breaches and identity theft can pose a serious problem for dealers.
BY ANDY CARLO
Target recently acknowledged that it ignored last year’s security alerts pointing to...
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Dealer Profile
DEALER PROFILE: Seizing an Opportunity
Recently opened South Carolina-based DeckStore foresees a prosperous future.
David Elenbaum had a problem. After 14 years as a deck contractor, followed by a couple...
Industry News
REAL ISSUES REAL ANSWERS: Growing Future Leaders
What is the key to igniting the passion and drive needed to become an effective leader?
BY: RICK SCHUMACHERTo a large extent, your company’s success...
Commentary
COMMENTARY: A Conversation with NADRA
Insights from Executive VP Mike Beaudry and the leadership of the North American Deck & Railing Association (NADRA).
 Q: Decking has been a solid growth...
Industry News
GIVING BACK: Shepley Wood Products
Shepley Wood Products Sponsors Community Blood Drives.
BY: ALYSSA SAMSONSaving another person’s life—it’s probably the most rewarding act a person can do for another. Few...
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