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Home construction may hit skids as new supply shortage looms
FOX Business
A shortage of a critical part used to build basements in new homes threatens to bring construction to a standstill, delivering the latest blow to an industry that has been squeezed by rising mortgage rates and a lumber deficiency. Flat steel form ties, a small piece of metal that ties together aluminum panels that make the walls, allowing builders to pour concrete in between, are in short supply due to a number of factors including just-in-time inventory, tariffs on imports and the supply chain impacts of COVID-19.
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5 things to know before installing a pet door
Bob Vila
If you worry about your pet not being able to get outside to potty or exercise while you’re gone, or if you’re just weary of jumping up to open the door every time Fido barks to go out, you may have wondered whether a pet door would be of service. Today’s pet doors come in a variety of sizes — small enough for a cat or large enough for a great dane — but don’t buy one until you know the ins and outs.
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Ever wasted time, money, and labor on sawing out and replacing a damaged sill, or even an entire door unit? With Endura Products’ Replaceable Deck Sill (RDS), you can replace a damaged sill with just a putty knife and a rubber mallet. Remove. Replace. Done. With RDS, it’s that easy.
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These windows could harness power from both outdoor sunlight and indoor artificial light
Anthropocene
Solar panels on rooftops are the leading way to power buildings by capturing sunlight. But researchers have been working steadily on smart power-generating windows that can be integrated into the structural elements of buildings and see-through solar panels for greenhouses.
In a more colorful take, engineers at Rice University have made brightly hued energy-generating glass panels that could make solar power more architecturally appealing. Plus, the panes can also harness artificial light from indoors, so they could produce electricity day and night.
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Top Notch Distributors is your one-stop-shop for door hardware, whether it be residential, commercial, or electronic access control. Since 1975, Top Notch has been the leading provider of architectural door hardware products to dealers throughout the U.S. Top Notch exceeds customers’ expectations with integrity, knowledge, and the drive to provide the best service. Click here to learn more!
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5 reasons to replace windows in the summer
Bob Vila
Your household to-do list is probably getting longer as the temperatures climb, but replacing your windows is one project that you should move right to the top. Find out what you stand to gain by making new windows a priority this summer.
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