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What Is Better—Recycled or Natural?

Is it better to choose materials made of recycled content or raw, natural materials when selecting products for your home? What came first, the chicken or the egg? A lot of designers and experts will agree that in most projects, there is a need for both types of materials. Natural hardwoods from the Forest Stewardship Council on the first floor, recycled content fiber carpet on the second; recycled content, high performance fabric sofas with organic down cushions; and so on. There is no blanket, one-size-fits-all when it comes to building products and design products for your home. The smartest way …

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natural stone/quartz design trends

While granite and marble remain popular among homeowners, it’s hard to deny that quartz materials have been making inroads in the countertop market. “Quartz is being chosen over natural stone because the look of stone can achieved, but with greater durability,” says Shaun Doughtery of SDI. “A great example is the look of marble in the kitchen. Marble was a popular choice for the kitchen but people have been hesitant to choose it due to staining, chipping, and the softness of stone. It wasn’t holding up. Quartz companies are replicating the look of marble for less money. Their countertops are …

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Window Trends

Energy efficiency, lots of light, unobstructed views, and color are driving today’s window trends, according to industry experts. Homeowners are looking for high-quality windows that can do it all—windows with functionality, energy efficiency, and style, according to Dondi Kazukewicz, of Marvin Windows and Doors. “At Marvin, we accomplish all three of these in each window we make because every window is made-to-order based on a homeowner’s exact specifications.” Sean Smith of JELD-WEN says, “We see homeowners paying closer attention to how well windows function, both in terms of how smoothly they operate as well as how energy efficient they are …

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Window Trends

Energy efficiency, lots of light, unobstructed views, and color are driving today’s window trends, according to industry experts. Homeowners are looking for high quality windows that can do it all—windows with functionality, energy efficiency, and style, according to Dondi Kazukewicz, of Marvin Windows and Doors. “At Marvin, we accomplish all three of these in each window we make because every window is made-to-order based on a homeowner’s exact specifications.” Sean Smith of JELD-WEN says, “We see homeowners paying closer attention to how well windows function, both in terms of how smoothly they operate as well as how energy efficient they …

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