New products from MoistureShield, Silestone by Consentino, Formica, Boral, and Oldcastle Surepods.
September 2016 Product Briefs: Residential
Opt for housing solutions that reduce energy use, increase durability, and accelerate construction schedules.
Infuse
These composite deck boards with a wood-grain finish and 95% recycled content absorb up to 35% less heat than conventional capped composites. The three lengths of nominal boards and coordinating fascia boards may be installed on the ground, in the ground, or underwater. They are also slip, scratch, stain, and fade-resistant.
Etchings
This modern take on Midcentury Terrazzo features shards of ultracompact Dekton surfacing cast into slabs of Silestone natural quartz. Available in two colors (ink, shown), the stain-resistant Etchings can be specified in three thicknesses and six edge formats.
dECOleather
Scraps reclaimed from shoes, car seats, and tanneries supply 70% of the fibers in this recycled-leather veneer. Available in three textures and 18 colors, dECOleather arrives in 4' x 8' sheets and can be used on interior surfaces, walls, and furniture. Crocodile pattern in casino royal, shown.
Gemstone
These recyclable concrete roof tiles achieve a Class A fire rating and can withstand winds up to 150 mph. Available in four profiles and six Southwest-inspired hues, including Barcelona in bronze pearl blend, they are compliant with the California Title 24 energy standards and can contribute to LEED certification.
Oldcastle SurePods
An alternative to traditional bathroom construction, these modular units (shown in the Prospect Plaza housing project in Brooklyn, New York) consolidate electrical, plumbing, and finishing work into one prefabricated product. The highly customizable bathrooms are designed using 3-D modeling software and can contribute to LEED certification.
