The 2025 International Builders’ Show (IBS), held Feb. 25-27 in Las Vegas, NV, featured more than 1,800 exhibitors and covered more than 720,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space. Judging from the strong attendance, IBS 2025 delivered on its reputation as the place to see all the latest and greatest building products, tools, and technologies. While the majority of the 70,000+ attendees are builders and contractors, IBS has also become known as the single biggest event for LBM dealers to connect directly with manufacturers and to learn about the latest product innovations. As we do each year, the following includes a sample of products that our team believes may help make a difference for you and your company moving forward. The listings are in no particular order.
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Atlas Roofing EnergyShield XR Continuous Insulation
Atlas recently introduced EnergyShield® XR Continuous Insulation for both residential and commercial projects, the only polyiso continuous insulation board designed for both above- and below-grade applications. This single product allows for a more simplified and continuous insulation strategy while providing more versatility than XPS, with a strong sustainability profile, and a higher R-value per inch, allowing you to provide better thermal protection and streamline your wall profile. xr.atlasrwi.com
Digger Westbury Sorrento Mesh Railing
New from Digger Specialties, Inc. (DSI), the Westbury Sorrento Mesh Railing offers a modern twist with its powder-coated aluminum frame and durable welded stainless steel mesh panels, available in 2-3/8″ and 3-5/8″ mesh sizes. According to DSI, the clean, minimalist look pairs perfectly with any architectural style, while the robust construction ensures long-lasting beauty and performance. Available in a variety of textured and gloss finishes. diggerspecialties.com
LDCwood ThermoWood Thermally Modified Wood
LDCwood ThermoWood is a sustainable, 100% natural, thermally modified wood available in various species and profiles. According to the manufacturer, it’s ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications, such as cladding, decking, furniture, or accent walls in interior spaces. Its exceptional durability, moisture resistance, and dimensional stability ensure its suitability for any climate. Additionally, it’s reported that LDCwood is an excellent choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, highly durable, and aesthetically appealing material, providing construction professionals with outstanding performance and design flexibility. ldcwood.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
Westlake Royal Building Products Grove Collection
According to Westlake Royal Building Products, its Grove Collection combines the timeless charm and rich look of stained wood planks and trim with the performance benefits of cellular PVC, perfect for dressing up outdoor living spaces, porch ceilings and soffits. The manufacturer says the Grove Collection offers the authentic aesthetic of stained wood but is low-maintenance, long-lasting, moisture and insect-resistant, and easy to install due to its hidden nailing hems. Along with the original 6″ V-grooved plank, 6″ beadboard, crown and bed mould, a new line extension adds column wraps with caps and bases, a 6″ nickel gap profile and flat trim. royalbuildingproducts.com
Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Drive Project Pro
Simpson Strong-Tie is expanding its Quik Drive lineup of tools and fasteners with the addition of the Project Pro screw driving tool. Reported to be affordable and easy to install on nearly any cordless drill or driver without an adaptor, the Quik Drive Project Pro is an ideal screw driving tool that enables advanced DIYers to build or repair decks, fences, porches and flooring up to four times faster. strongtie.com
Modern Mill ACRE V-Groove and Nickle Gap Siding
ACRE Nickel Gap and V-Groove Siding are sustainable, durable alternatives with the reported genuine look and feel of real wood. According to Modern Mill, ACRE is lightweight, strong, water-resistant, and guaranteed not to rot or splinter. ACRE is easy to cut, fasten without pre-drilling, rout, and thermoform, and accepts paint or stain without primer. modern-mill.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
Henry Blueskin VPTech Panels
Henry, a Carlisle Company, showcased its Blueskin VPTech, a product for residential construction that is reported to deliver energy efficiency and labor savings in one integrated solution. Blueskin VPTech combines a weather-resistive barrier (WRB), continuous insulation, and seam sealing in a single, integrated panel, which the manufacturer says significantly improves energy efficiency, and reduces installation time and associated labor costs by up to 30%. Featuring an airtight thermal envelope, Blueskin VPTech assists in lowering a home’s HERS (Home Energy Rating System) Score and contributes to ENERGY STAR and ZERH (Zero Energy Ready Home) program requirements. henry.com
Boise Glulam Beams and Headers
From Boise Cascade, Boise Glulam beams and headers, now in new
3-1/2″ and 5-1/2″ full widths sizes, are reported to be manufactured to create cost-efficiency and versatility in single and multi-family projects. A broader range of glulam widths and depths helps bring value and proven performance to projects. Beams and headers fit flush with standard wall framing, which means a simple installation process and reduced labor costs. bc.com
Feeney DockRail
Feeney’s new DockRail is a sleek, weather-resistant dock railing system designed for marine environments. Engineered for durability and style, Feeney says DockRail allows homeowners to seamlessly extend the aesthetic of their home railings to their boat docks, creating a unified and contemporary look. Constructed with 316-grade stainless steel and AAMA-2604 powder-coated finishes, DockRail is reported to deliver superior weather resistance, impact durability and long-lasting color retention. It is available in Textured Black, Bright White, and Silver, complementing a range of architectural styles while requiring minimal maintenance. feeneyinc.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
eXact Color Tintable Caulk
eXact Color tintable caulk from Sashco Sealants is a high-performance caulk that Sashco says allows installers to customize the color to match a project’s specific needs. It’s reported to be ideal for use in a variety of both indoor and outdoor applications, including sealing around siding, filling in gaps in baseboards and trim, caulking cabinets, and more. sashco.com
Hillman Power Pro Wood Screws
According to Hillman, Power Pro Wood Screws are precision-engineered fasteners that deliver faster install speed, driving efficiency, and a durable finish, meeting the pro-grade demands of contractors and builders. Supported by a limited lifetime guarantee, Power Pro Wood Screws feature a reported 30% faster installation time vs. competition, have higher pullout values, are corrosion-resistant ICC ESL-1284, and require no pre-drilling. power-pro.com
GAF Energy Timberline Solar Shingles
Timberline Solar from GAF Energy boasts the world’s first nailable solar shingle as part of a solar roofing system. According to the manufacturer, a Timberline Solar roof is both strong and appealing, and it generates clean energy. Timberline Solar is made up of shingles, not panels or heavy tiles. These shingles are water-shedding, strong and warranted to withstand winds up to 130 mph. gaf.energy
Fastenmaster Cortex Fasteners for the PAMFast Tool
FastenMaster’s Cortex fasteners are now compatible with the stand-up PAMFast Tool for use on advanced PVC decking from TimberTech. According to the manufacturer, the PAMFast autofeed system is designed to provide smooth consistent fastener installation, prevent jams, and provide maximum fastener engagement and torque to prolong bit life and reduce cam outs. The countersink system is adjustable to 1/64″, and each strip of Cortex fasteners holds 50 screws for more time driving and less time reloading. The Collated Cortex Fasteners are packaged in boxes of 1,050 screws on 21 collated strips that will enable pros to install 300 sq. ft. of decking, assuming two fasteners installed 16″ on center. fastenmaster.com
IG Switch Glass Railings
IG Railing showcased its IG Switch railing system at the 2025 International Builders’ Show. According to the manufacturer, IG Switch leverages advanced Polymer-Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC) technology that enables an effortless transitions between privacy and clarity, seamlessly integrating with IG Lighting and other IG Railing components. igrailing.com
Deckorators Summit Decking
Deckorators Summit Decking is the newest line of decking from the manufacturer, featuring mineral-based Surestone technology. According to Deckorators, it’s designed to deliver a practical blend of performance and value, available in three new on-trend colors. Summit Decking is warrantied for water and ground contact installation and features a low-gloss surface finish and flatgrain variegation. deckorators.com
Versatex XCEED 16′ PVC Siding
Versatex has released its XCEED Lap Siding, an advanced cellular PVC cladding for residential construction and remodeling, and the first 16′ Cellular PVC Lap Siding. According to the manufacturer, the siding reduces butt joints and assures 16′ on-center nailing. XCEED comes with a realistic woodgrain surface texture in traditional white or a selection of fade-resistant colors: Sequoia Green, Heritage Blue, Mojave Tan, Monument Gray and Centennial Stone. versatex.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
Typar Clear Acrylic Flashing
TYPAR is introducing the industry’s first Clear Acrylic Flashing, developed in response to evolving builders’ needs and emerging building code changes requiring better visibility of the nail and screw fin patterns on windows during window installations and inspections. According to TYPAR, unlike opaque alternatives, TYPAR Clear Acrylic Flashing is the only flashing on the market that allows the pattern on the window nailing fins to be completely visible upon installation, ensuring proper attachment and preventing costly callbacks. This is especially advantageous on large-scale multi-family and commercial projects where approval of numerous window openings is required. typar.com
NewTechWood UltraShield Decking and Siding
UltraShield Composite Decking and Siding from NewTechWood is a composite product that features a co-extruded cap and a composite core made from a mix of high-quality recycled materials with dense hardwood and softwood fibers. According to the manufacturer, because the siding utilizes tongue and groove boards and fasteners, its All-Weather system creates a true rainscreen system that prevents water from penetrating between the boards while still appearing to create a 1/4″ gap between the boards. newtechwood.com
ODL Fire-Rated Doors
ODL unveiled its fire-rated fiberglass doors, certified with the Warnock Hersey Mark and designed to meet most national and local code requirements for multi-family and residential house-to-garage entries. ODL’s 20-minute fire-rated doors are rigorously tested to withstand fire exposure at temperatures over 1,400°F and feature a Category B positive pressure rating without a hose stream. Built with an enhanced 4″ full-length engineered lumber lock stile, they are reported to provide increased rigidity and security, and they’re ideal for high-traffic environments. odl.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
Unified Steel Stone Coated Roofing
Unified Steel Stone Coated Roofing from Westlake Royal Building Products offers five distinct profiles, all of which provide Class 4 Hail Impact Resistant rated performance, the best rating available for roofing products. The roofing material is warranted for hail up to 2-1/2″ in diameter and winds up to 120 mph. It’s fire resistant, lightweight at 1.5 lbs./square foot, and comes with a 50-year limited warranty. westlakeroyalroofing.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
LP Building Solutions LP SmartSide Nickel Gap
According to LP Building Solutions, LP SmartSide Nickel Gap Siding uses LP SmartGuard technology to offer advanced durability and efficient workability. Nickel Gap siding is reported to showcase a unique locking flange that provides a flush surface, allowing the installer to conceal fasteners and helping to ensure a contemporary design appearance. LP SmartSide Nickel Gap Siding is available in 8″ nominal width with a 7″ reveal, in brushed smooth and cedar texture in 16 prefinished LP SmartSide ExpertFinish colors, and in primed LP SmartSide cedar texture. lpcorp.com
CAMO Countersinking Deck Screws
This year, CAMO showed off its new Countersinking Deck Screw, which features reverse upper threads for reported superior pull-down power and a countersinking head for a clean, flush finish. camofasteners.com
Level.Up Adjustable Deck Pedestal Joist Support System
Bison Innovative Products, in collaboration with DAP Global Inc., has launched its Level.Up Adjustable Deck Pedestal Joist Support System that eliminates the need to dig, pour, and level concrete footers and posts. The Level.Up Adjustable Deck Pedestals attach to wood joists to build plank decks. According to the manufacturer, they can be installed over existing stable concrete slabs or pavers, without the need to demolish and remove them, as well as over compact soil or gravel. The Level.Up Pedestal System consists of four components that stack and nest together to support the deck’s joist substructure. The telescoping Adjustable Pedestal can be raised or lowered by twisting by hand to adjust for height. Each deck pedestal can adjust from 2-1/2″ to 5-1/2″ in height. level-updecking.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
Lumon Glazing Retractable Glass Panels
Lumon Glazing’s Glass Panel System is a fully retractable glass wall system with no frames to obstruct the balcony or patio, delivering an unimpeded panoramic view of the surrounding scenery. The frameless design also reportedly makes for easy use and maintenance. The Lumon glazing system consists of two horizontal aluminum profiles located at the top of the ceiling and at the bottom on a parapet or on the floor, depending on which solution is most suitable for the project. lumon.com
2025 Finalist Best of IBS Most Innovative Building Material
Viewrail Flight Stack
Flight Stack from Viewrail is a stair system that incorporates a closed riser design incorporated with completely hidden stringers. Available with dimmable, dotless LED lighting for the treads and handrails provide discreet illumination, the stairs are custom crafted for each installation. viewrail.com
Cordless CSF Siding & Fencing Nailer
According to Paslode, its Cordless CSF Siding and Fencing Nailer is the first cordless tool for siding and fencing applications. It utilizes Paslode’s 0-degree siding platform, which reportedly jams less than 15-degree siding nailers—76% fewer jams than competitive nailers. It also reportedly offers 12 times faster set up and tear down, drives 800 shots per full fuel cell and 4,500 nails per full battery charge. It’s high capacity/easy loading 200ct. magazine features easy side loading. paslode.com
Maximo Thermo Clear Radiata Thermally Modified Wood
Maximo Thermo Clear Radiata is an advanced wood that comes from a proprietary thermal modification process, combined with the company’s proprietary OPX anti-termite treatment. According to the manufacturer, it is ideal for walls, ceilings, and decking, and it is reported to deliver unparalleled durability indoors and out, weather resistance, and termite protection—all in a clear, knot-free wood. maximowood.com
Ultra HT Wind and Water Seal
Ultra HT Wind & Water Seal, from MFM Building Products, is a 45-mil, self-adhering underlayment for use in steep-slope roofing and re-roofing applications. The product features a cross-laminated polyethylene film with a traction coating for excellent walkability. The high temperature mastic is rated up to 250°F for use under metal roofing systems. Ultra HT received a UL Listing as a Class A fire resistant barrier when used in conjunction with 24 GA minimum steel or 16 oz. copper UL listed roofing panels per UL 790. mfmbp.com
Therma-Tru Veris Door Collection
According to Therma-Tru, the Veris Collection of doors brings together high-end style and unique functionality to create contemporary openings that become experiences. The doors are reported to be engineered for easy, worry-free operation and designed with aluminum, stainless steel, and polymer components which provide long-lasting operation and are backed with a 1x transferable lifetime limited warranty. In addition, the finish is covered by a balance-transferable 10-year limited warranty. thermatru.com
