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WEBOver two-thirds of new homes in 2023 featured porches. On a square foot basis, builders continue to use concrete more than any other material in new-home porches—except in New England, where composite (a blend of usually recycled wood fibers and plastic) is most common, and treated wood, PVC or other plastics, cedar, and natural stone are ...
Builders FirstSource completes merger with BMC - LBM Journal
WEBJan 4, 2021 · DALLAS — Builders FirstSource, Inc. and BMC Stock Holdings, Inc., have announced the completion of their all-stock merger transaction. The close of the merger creates a premier supplier of building materials and services, with combined sales of approximately $11.7 billion as of the twelve months ended Sept. 30, 2020, the company stated in a press release.
Matt Risinger Compares AdvanTech Subflooring to OSB and …
WEBDec 7, 2020 · Matt Risinger, creator of the Build Show and Build Show Network, shares his experiences with high-quality OSB and plywood. When I started out in construction, I was working for a production builder. For many years, like most builders of that era, we used OSB (oriented strand board) subfloor — typically a 3/4-inch tongue and groove panel.
Report: U.S. increasingly dependent on overseas lumber - LBM …
WEBJan 19, 2021 · Report: U.S. increasingly dependent on overseas lumber. STOCKHOLM — During the first ten months of 2020, US importation of overseas softwood lumber was 39% higher than during the same period in 2019. A report by Wood Prices International says that by year-end, 2020’s import volume will likely be close to 4.7 million cubic meters, the ...
Industry News - LBM Journal
WEBIndustry News. Stay informed and up-to-date with the latest business news in the lumber and building material industry. Our comprehensive coverage delivers market trends, industry insights, and key developments affecting professionals and businesses in this sector. From pricing fluctuations and supply chain dynamics to sustainability ...
Interior PVC Cladding: The Smart Alternative to Traditional FRP
WEBSep 7, 2021 · Palclad™ Pro – Solid PVC Panels. These interior wall cladding panels are a cost-effective alternative to FRP, and unlike FRP, will not erode or ‘fiber bloom’, ensuring a sleek, long-lasting surface. PALCLAD PRO panels are easy to handle and install. Panels can be glued or mechanically fastened to almost any solid, clean surface.
Home prices are rising 2x faster than income - LBM Journal
WEBNov 9, 2023 · House prices have increased 2x faster than income since 1985 and 2.1x faster than income since 2000. If home prices had grown at the same rate as income since 2000, the median U.S. home would cost nearly $294,000 — about 32% less than today’s price of $433,100. To afford a home, Americans need an average income of roughly $166,600, but the ...
US LBM recognized as one of the fastest-growing private …
WEBOct 31, 2023 · US LBM’s growth during the period was 228 percent, placing the company on the list’s upper half, at no. 2,408, and US LBM was the fastest growing company among peers included on the Inc. 5000 list. Founded in October 2009 with 500 associates at 13 locations in three states, 14 years later, US LBM operates more …
Hot Products from the 2023 International Builders’ Show - LBM …
WEBMar 1, 2023 · Hot Products from the 2023 International Builders’ Show. Nearly 70,000 home building professionals attended the 2023 International Builder's Show. The 2023 International Builders’ Show (IBS), held January 31 through February 2 in Las Vegas, Nevada, featured more than 1,300 exhibitors and covered more than 600,000 sq. ft. …
LBM Advantage annual buying show sets record attendance
WEBFeb 29, 2024 · LBM Advantage, the nation’s fastest-growing lumber and building materials cooperative, held its 2024 Annual Buying Show & Shareholders Meeting at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, FL from Feb. 20-22.In addition to having the largest number of vendor participants, Advantage also had their highest member attendance with over 800 of their 1400 locations represented.