http://www.ecohomemagazine.com/articles/green-products/international-builders-show-products.aspx?view=rss&id=Query_tcm1493543http://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/elements-cabinets-by-tonusa.aspx?rssLink=Elements+Cabinets+by+TonusaThe cabinet manufacturer has teamed up with esteemed designer Fu-Tung Cheng to create elements, a contemporary line of cabinets that offer elevated design at a moderate price. Designed to evoke warm modernism, the line includes a variety of luxurious and sustainable materials such as Forest Stewardship Council-certified Plyboo bamboo doors, 3-Form resin sliding panels, and recycled aluminum cabinet boxes. The series offers flexible component layout, integrated accessories, and soft-close hinges and door runners. 626.961.8700.Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:08:00 EST Green ProductsCabinetsInteriorshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/echo-glass-tiles-by-crossville.aspx?rssLink=Echo+Glass+Tiles+by+CrossvilleEcho glass tiles are made from post-industrial recycled content that ranges from 10% to 100% depending on color. Ideal for walls, countertops, and floors, the tiles are made from centuries-old techniques where the product is cast from translucent glass that is textured on the front and back. It’s available in 15 colors, three finishes, and five sizes. 800.221.9093.Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:14:16 EST Green ProductsInteriorsCountertopsTilehttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/edge-60-pellet-fireplace.aspx?rssLink=Edge+60+Pellet+Fireplace+by+Quadra-FireDebuting at IBS, but rolling out in the second quarter, the Edge 60 is the first-ever pellet fireplace. Specifically designed for supplemental home heating, the Edge 60 delivers 60,000 BTUs and can warm more than 2,500 square feet of living space. Advanced Energy multi-fuel pellet technology allows homeowners to choose fuel options ranging from wood and grass pellets to corn and wheat. The unit’s programmable wall control and thermostat help regulate heat output to achieve optimum fuel efficiency. Four front options are available in a variety of finishes, including brushed nickel and oiled bronze. 800.926.4356. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:08 EST Green ProductsInteriorshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/sunsource-solar-assisted-heat-pump-by-lennox.aspx?rssLink=SunSource+Solar-Assisted+Heat+Pump+by+LennoxA first in the industry, SunSource integrates solar power into a heat pump. The 18.5-SEER solar-assisted heat pump features a 3-foot-by-5-foot 190-watt solar panel that provides power assistance to the fan motor, providing energy savings of 8% to 10%. 800.953.6669.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:29 EST Green ProductsHVAChttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/energy-management-system-by-vantage.aspx?rssLink=Energy+Management+System+by+VantageThe maker’s new energy management system provides real-time information on home energy usage. In addition, the unit can offer homeowners ways to reduce energy use and can predict how much money users will save if they implement the strategies. For example, the system can estimate how much money a home will save by setting the house to use occupancy sensors for lights and heat. 800.555.9891. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:17 EST Green ProductsHVAChttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/spray-foam-insulation-by-icynene.aspx?rssLink=Spray-Foam+Insulation+by+IcyneneThe company’s new LD-R-50 spray-foam insulation has earned the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s BioPreferred status for use of rapidly renewable materials. The insulation is made using castor oil, a natural product that is extracted from the castor plant. The product is water-blown and free of HFCs and PBDEs. 800.758.7325.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:25 EST Green ProductsInsulationBuilding Materialshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/virupure-water-filtration-system-by-everpure.aspx?rssLink=ViruPure+Water+Filtration+System+by+EverpureThe ViruPure commercial-grade residential point-of-use water filtration system filters out 99% of bacteria, viruses, and cysts down to 0.019 micron, as well as reducing VOCs, THMs, MTBEs, chlorine, chloramines, and lead. The system, which mounts under the sink, has a 500-gallon capacity, which lasts a family of four about a year. 800.323.7873. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:33 EST Green ProductsKitchenhttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/resource-saver-refrigerator-by-whirlpool.aspx?rssLink=Resource+Saver+Refrigerator+by+WhirlpoolThe Resource Saver refrigerator uses the same energy as a 60-watt bulb. The refrigerator automatically adjusts cooling to bring food to the desired temperature, and then returns to normal operating temperatures. The ice dispenser and removable collection bin are located in the freezer door to increase storage space. 269.923.5000.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:21 EST Green ProductsKitchenApplianceshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/ecoclad-exterior-cladding-by-kliptech.aspx?rssLink=EcoClad+Exterior+Cladding+by+KlipTechFeatured on Builder’s LivingHome, EcoClad exterior cladding is made with a 50/50 blend of FSC-certified post-consumer recycled paper/wood fiber along with bamboo fiber, bonded with a water-based co-polymer resin. According to the firm, the cladding offers durability comparable to metal, brick, and stucco. The 4x8 panels come in 10 stock wood-grains and five stock matte colors, or in custom colors, and they will not fade. 253.507.4622. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:03:04 EST Green Productshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/class-six-toilets-by-kohler.aspx?rssLink=Class+Six+Toilets+by+KohlerThe manufacturer’s latest toilet technology is the new precision-engineered Class Six flushing. The unit optimizes the power of jet action to remove bulk waste with 100% of the flushing water being fed through the rim, blending bulk removal and bowl washing. The technology is available as 1.6 gallons per flush or high efficiency 1.28 gpf. 800.456.4537.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:56 EST Green ProductsBathToiletshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/protecto-shield-air-vapor-moisture-sheathing-by-protecto-wrap.aspx?rssLink=Protecto+Shield+Air+Vapor+Moisture+Sheathing+by+Protecto+WrapA pre-laminated air barrier panel system for exterior waterproofing and weatherproofing, factory-assembled Protecto Shield Air Vapor Moisture sheathing marries a 4-foot-by-8-foot panel of DensGlass Gold with 40-mil-thick self-adhering butyl hybrid waterproofing membrane and a white tri-layered laminate HDPE facer. The combination product allows installers to work more quickly and often with a smaller crew, the maker says. 800.759.9727. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:31 EST Green ProductsBuilding Envelopehttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/hi-lume-led-driver-by-lutron-electronics.aspx?rssLink=Hi-Lume+LED+Driver+by+Lutron+ElectronicsThe Hi-lume LED Driver is a high-performance, universal voltage product that provides energy-efficient dimming from 100% to 1%. It offers a product lifetime of 50,000 hours (about 10 years) and is compatible with a variety of control options. Other features include thermal management to reduce light and power when operating in excessive temperatures and a 25-watt maximum driver rating. 888.588.7661.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:20 EST Green ProductsLightinghttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/ecobuilt-garage-doors-by-overhead-door.aspx?rssLink=EcoBuilt+Garage+Doors+by+Overhead+DoorsThe Verde collection of garage doors for the EcoBuilt product line comes in Yosemite, Acadia, Presidio, and Tahoe styles. The doors feature steel integrated meeting rails and can be purchased with or without insulation. EcoBuilt garage door panels come ready to paint and are SCS-certified to use a minimum of 88 percent recycled content. 800.275.3290. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:05 EST Green ProductsDoorshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/tubular-skylight-with-solar-powered-dimmer-by-odl.aspx?rssLink=Tubular+Skylight+with+Solar-Powered+Dimmer+by+ODLThe solar-powered dimmer for the manufacturer’s Energy Star-qualified tubular skylight allows users to control the amount of light entering through the skylight and does not require hard-wiring. The solar panel charges four AA NiMH batteries that power a three-button control that operates the dimmer. The control also serves as a two-LED nightlight. 800.635.4968. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:42 EST Green ProductsSkylightshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/zero-voc-mastic-by-premier-building-systems.aspx?rssLink=Zero-VOC+Mastic+by+Premier+Building+SystemsZero-VOC Mastic can be used in lieu of the maker’s traditional mastic when installing its structural insulated panels. Zero-VOC Mastic consists of polymers designed to remain flexible yet provide a tight seal that eliminates water vapor and air infiltration; it resists moisture, dampness, and temperature fluctuations. The mastic is available in 20-ounce sausage packs, which are smaller than traditional mastic packaging and, when empty, compress down to a small puck to reduce jobsite waste. 800.275.7086. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:50 EST Green ProductsCaulks Adhesives and Sealantshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/westin-collection-by-progress-lighting.aspx?rssLink=Westin+Collection+by+Progress+LightingOriginally introduced as an incandescent product line, the Westin collection is now an indoor CFL lighting family. The line features arching rectangular arms with strap accents and etched glass. The lights are available in brushed nickel and antique bronze finishes, and include close-to-ceiling; one-, two-, three-, and four-light bath and vanity selections; one-, three-, and five-light hall and foyer fixtures; and chandelier and pendant options. The 15-watt fixtures are Energy Star qualified and have a 10,000-hour life, the maker says. 864.678.1000. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:46 EST Green ProductsLightinghttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/enbase-rigid-roof-insulation-by-carlisle-residential.aspx?rssLink=ENBase+Rigid+Roof+Insulation+by+Carlisle+ResidentialENBase rigid roof insulation is composed of a closed-cell foam core bonded to OSB, combining insulation with a nailable surface. The product also eliminates excessive water migration that may damage roofing systems, the manufacturer says. It comes in various sizes and thicknesses and can be used with a variety of roofing systems. 800.211.7170.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:09 EST Green ProductsInsulationRoofinghttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/freewatt-home-heating-system-by-ecr.aspx?rssLink=Freewatt+Home+Heating+System+by+ECRThe Freewatt Energy Star-rated home heating system combines a high-efficiency natural gas furnace or boiler with a Honda generator. Electricity generated from the system can power a home or be sold back to the grid. The savings created by using Freewatt for one year is equal to not driving your car for six months, the maker says. 888.800.1551.Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:17 EST Green ProductsHVAChttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/solace-windows-by-owens-corning.aspx?rssLink=Solace+Windows+by+Owens+CorningSolace windows are constructed of fiberglass-reinforced vinyl. Designed for the replacement and remodeling markets, windows in the Solace line exceed Energy Star requirements in all climate zones, and feature overall U-factors as low as 0.15. Options include 17 color combinations, designer glass, between-the-glass blinds, and simulated divided lites. 800.438.7465. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:34 EST Green ProductsWindowshttp://www.ecohomemagazine.com/green-products/thermal-energy-controller-by-enerworks.aspx?rssLink=Thermal+Energy+Controller+by+EnerWorksThe company has added two new controls to its solar water heating appliance. The Thermal Energy Controller mounts to the storage tank, directs the appliance, and enables secondary applications like pool or space heating. The wireless Thermal Energy Monitor mounts inside the home, communicates with the controller, and, through displays, shows daily, monthly, annual, and lifetime dollar savings. 519.268.6500. Wed, 9 Sep 2009 05:02:38 EST Green ProductsHVAC