Wilsonart Achieves Third-Party Certification for Laminate

Through the use of materials from well-managed forests and recycled sources, Wilsonart offers High Pressure Laminate (HPL) products manufactured in the USA that provide a responsible solution for green building projects. Now the company’s key products have been certified by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), the global leader in third-party evaluation of environmental and sustainability claims. Wilsonart enlisted SCS for certification services... 

Bostitch MIIIFN 1-1/2-Inch to 2-Inch Pnuematic Flooring Nailer

This high-speed, air-powered flooring cleat nailer offers better productivity than non-pneumatic nailers. The tool drives L-shaped 1-1/2- to 2-inch flooring cleats precisely, at a proper angle and depth, every time in 3/4-inch hardwood flooring. Made of aircraft-grade aluminum for job site durability and low weight, the unit also has an extra-wide composite base plate for added stability. The nailer’s long-reach handle gives users added comfort... 

Guests Get Busy in the Kitchen at Element Hotels with Nintendo DS and Personal Trainer: Cooking

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and its new eco-chic brand, Element Hotels, today announced a partnership with Nintendo to provide Nintendo DS™ systems pre-loaded with Personal Trainer™: Cooking software to hotel guests. The software, which acts as an interactive culinary coach, makes it easy for travelers to choose recipes, prepare shopping lists and cook meals in the comfort of their fully equipped in-suite kitchens. This is the... 

The Upcycler – Modern Furniture From Recycled Materials

Looking for a great furniture with stylish design yet environmentally friendly? just check this furniture from Los Angeles based furniture designer Michael Yonke who uses Upcycling which is the process of using waste materials to provide useful products. This designer uses reclaimed materials to designed these absolutely stunning furniture, bellow are some of his creation.via

Black and Decker CHV9600 9.6-Volt Cyclonic DustBuster

Powerful suction and cordless mobility come together in the Black & Decker cyclonic DustBuster. An impressive 9.6 volts, the compact little vacuum makes quick work of dry spills around the house or cleanup in the car or woodshop. Like other DustBuster models, this one collects debris in a bagless pop-off container. In addition, it uses cyclonic suction to minimize clogging in the filter, in turn maximizing power and increasing run time. Easily... 

London’s best public buildings?

Seven projects in London, including the Barking Learning Centre in the photo above, have been shortlisted for the Prime Minister’s Better Public Building Award 2008. The award was set up to highlight how good design can play a part in regeneration. Nationally, 21 buildings made the shortlist, with a third of them being from London. The Barking Learning Centre. The St Marylebone School Performing Arts Centre is another project in London that... 

Sentry Center Mid-Town East at 730 Third Avenue

Sentry Centers, LLC, a national provider of non-residential conference and executive center services in urban cores, today announced Sentry Centers Mid-Town East, a new executive conference and meeting facility located at 730 Third Avenue between 45th and 46th Street. Occupying three full floors, the new facility is positioned as Manhattan’s first purpose built “business class” conference and event facility. The vision for Sentry Centers became... 

Wildeck Unveils Breakthrough MezzCrane™ System

Wildeck, Inc. selected the ProMat 2009 International Exposition (Booth 1244) to unveil an innovative and new material handling and storage solution known as the MezzCrane™. Working in collaboration with crane manufacturer, Gorbel in Fishers, NY, Wildeck engineers developed an innovative configuration that can be customized to meet individual customer needs. Heralded as an industry first, Wildeck’s new MezzCrane™ system has been designed... 

Oriental Furniture SSCLKMO4-4_Panel-Rosewood Low Kumo Classic Shoji Room Divider in Rosewood

Oriental Furniture SSCLKMO4-4_Panel-Rosewood A simple and subtle design, same as our full sized Kumo Shoji Screen room divider, but 23″ shorter, with a fourth panel added. Ideal for use where foot traffic might scuff the shade and anywhere a shorter screen is preferable. Its attractive while providing that desired seperation. Features: -Crafted from durable, lightweight Scandinavian Spruce, using Asian style mortise & tenon joinery -Shade... 

Design the Perfect Patio with Tips on Proper Placement and Size

One of the biggest challenges faced by homeowners updating their backyards is determining proper size and placement of a new patio. The Concrete Network has put together a short list of tips covering these challenges. From patio size and dimensions to placement and layout, these tips cover topics such as functionality, shade considerations, types of patios and more. When considering building a patio, it’s important to choose between one large...