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Cutting Edge
Searching for cutting-edge home building and remodeling ideas? Here you'll find a collection of cutting edge products and hot trends in homebuilding to inspire you. Also, see how to incorporate eco-friendly features and the latest technologies into your house to save time & money.
Stream Movies and More To Your TV via Power-line Networking
Now you can easily connect your TV to your broadband connection via power-line networking. The technology to make a solid connection between your computer and television is much easier now thanks to the HomePlug 1.0 Standard that was agreed upon by the worldwide companies that matter.
Net Zero Home Tours: Take A Virtual Tour Of The Net-Zero Concept Home
Take a virtual tour of the 2011 net-zero concept home that was on display at this year’s International Builders’ Show in Orlando. Builder Online, KB Home, and Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia combined their talents to create a cutting-edge net-zero home that is bringing concepts into the homebuilding industry.
Prodigy Home Automation Controller Puts You In Control
The Prodigy home automation controller is a great way to set up control of all of the functions of your media room, including the tv, sound system, Blu-Ray player, lights, and more.
SawStop Table Saw Reviews: See How This One-Of-A-Kind Saw Stop Is Saving Thousands Of Fingers!
Can you believe that someone has invented a table saw with a safety system that senses skin and stops the blade in no time flat! It’s called SawStop and if you’re into woodworking, you owe it to yourself to check out this cool invention.
FlatWire Gives DIYer’s A Novel Solution To Hide Sconce Wiring
Fishing wires through your walls for light sconces can be frustrating, to say the least. FlatWire is an invention that gives DIYers the opportunity for professional retrofitting results. Is using Flat Wire (similar to Ghost Wire) worth the added expense, though?
Big Ass Fans Keep You Cool and Comfortable
If you have a large space that needs a lot of air flow, look no further. These fans are the world’s largest and will get the job done in commercial, industrial and residential settings. Innovative design puts Big Ass Fans in the forefront of moving large amounts of air in an efficient manner for a more comfortable environment in which to work and live.
Considerations Regarding Magnetic Induction Cooktops
Thinking about going all out and buying a magnetic induction cooktop. Things you should know before taking the plunge by buying the most innovative cooking appliance on the market (and the most expensive).
Ultra-High Tech Refrigerated Wall Oven is a Marvel of Engineering
Refrigerated wall ovens, by Connect IO, are one of the most intelligent kitchen appliances ever engineered. Operates via standard touchtone phone or internet browser from anywhere on planet Earth. it also has a user-friendly touch screen interface to get the ball rolling.
HGTV 2008 Green Home Has Plenty To Crow About
The HGTV 2008 Green Home has some great design features that anyone can incorporate into their next home building project to make their homesite a more sustainable one.
Mellow Mushroom In Knoxville Goes Solar
Forward-thinking Mellow Mushroom in Knoxville is on top of the curve by harnessing the sun’s energy with a solar panel array on their roof. It’s the very first restaurateur to do so in Knoxville. This post also provides everything a homeowner needs to know about generating your own clean energy.
Johns Manville Takes Blown-In House Insulation To A Whole New Level
Watch this video showing a new spray-in custom home insulation system called Spider. You won’t think insulation is boring anymore after watching this. Technical data available and more.
Hot Kitchen Trends, Sinks, And Appliances – Tips & Ideas From An Industry Pro!
DIY Network’s Paul Ryan tells us about some hot kitchen trends in an exclusive, one-on-one interview on The Fun Times Guide To Homebuilding.
Top 10 Best Places To Live In The U.S.A.
Thinking about moving soon? Here’s a great little resource that has already scoped out some of the top cities in the United States.
The New American Home Offers New Ideas For Energy Efficient Home Building
The New American Home for 2007 is all about cutting-edge energy efficient home building ideas, techniques, materials, design and technologies. Here are a few of the highlights.
A New Residential Elevator Is Finally Installed And Buying Guide Info
Pictures and information about a ThyssenKrupp Access installed residential elevator in this Charles Meng-built home at Lost Mountain.
Residential Elevators In Demand
Residential elevators are gaining popularity as an amenity for seniors, the disabled and in multi-story luxury homes. It’s easy to see why that is true.
Insuladd: An Insulating Paint Additive That You’ve Got To Try
Insuladd is an insulating paint additive product that has been available since 1996 that WILL reduce your heating and cooling bills substantially and only costs 6 cents per square foot. It can be mixed with ordinary house paint or can be used in commercial applications. It was developed by NASA to help insulate buildings in close proximity to launch sites. It is safe, non-toxic and environmentally friendly so what’s the catch…none that I could find.
