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NADRA
All entries must be received by Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 11:59pm *No extensions. Winners will be recognized at the NADRA Awards Dinner in Nashville, TN on Thursday, October 26th, 2017 at Jimmy Buffett's, Margaritaville.
Learn more and enter the competition.
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NADRA
LBM Strategies Conference
September 7-8
Where: Omni Hotel - Frisco, TX
Who: Registration is open to LBM Dealers and Distributors
Details: Fueled by a vigorous housing market, the lumber/building material industry is enjoying solid growth. Built on a foundation of healthy housing starts, residential remodeling and commercial development, the opportunity is there for the entire supply chain—everyone from manufacturers and distributors to dealers—to grow their business. The purpose and goal of the LBM Strategies 2017 is to connect companies who share a common mission: to outperform the market, to generate higher margins, and to build their share of market.
NADRA NY Deck Evaluation Class
September 8
Join the NY Metro ASHI Chapter to earn credits and gain the Deck Evaluation Certification. Testing will take place directly after class. Click here to learn more & register.
NADRA NE Regional Networking Event - Sponsorship available
Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 6pm
Chimney Rock
Click here to register and learn more.
NADRA SE Regional Networking Event
Thursday, September 19, 2017 at 6pm
Ivy Buckhead - Presenting Sponsor - Ultralox
Click here to register and learn more.
NADRA's Awards Dinner & Sponsorship Opportunities
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville - Nashville, TN
More details on dinner registration & sponsorship opportunities can be found here.
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DekTek Tile is the beautiful new decking material transforming outdoor spaces. The 1" thick, (highly-reinforced) precast concrete tiles are designed for elevated-decks, roof-decks, porches/patios, & over existing concrete. Engineered to hold 1,000lbs/tile & span 16"o.c. -NO SUBSTRATES NEEDED! (Standard Framing-with minor modifications). DekTek Tile is Low-Maintenance, Non-Combustible (safe for grilling/fire-pits), No-Fading or Mold/Algae, & Absolutely Stunning Appearance!
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The Washington Post
Susan Noble had to rebuild the 30-by-12-foot screened porch on her Arnold home after a tree crushed it two years ago. She bought some furniture but lost her motivation as the weather turned colder, and she never finished decorating. She wants a teen and dog-friendly space with room for outdoor meals and hanging out and needs to work around the three sets of sliding glass doors that lead into the home.
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LBM Journal
Ben Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” For those who make their living in the LBM industry, I’d like to add a third inevitability: competition. Not only is it always present, it’s continually morphing and evolving. Companies in rural areas used to be somewhat immune, but the emerging reality of e-commerce (online retailers as well as marketplaces like Amazon) is changing that.
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AGS Stainless, Inc.
Extending the overall living space in this award-winning home is an inviting screened patio with impressive views of nearby Portland, ME. This outdoor living area is well-appointed with a gas fireplace, IPE decking, and a custom-made stainless steel railing system from AGS Stainless – elegant finishes, each of which help to differentiate this gorgeous vacation home.
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Realtor
Home improvement ideas abound during summer, but now that our warmest season is soon coming to a close, you might be thinking, "Have I done anything around the house at all?"
We get it — and the good news is, it's not too late. Summer doesn't officially end until Sept. 22, and the weather is still decent, which means there's still time to squeeze in a few more weekend projects.
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BPT via Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Are you tired of having a deck you’re no longer proud to show off? You’re not alone. According to the 2017 U.S. Houzz Landscape Trends Study, one of the top reasons motivating homeowners to tackle outdoor projects like deck upgrades is their open-air space is past its prime.
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The beauty and durability of 100% pure North American Hardwood, sustainably harvested and thermally modified to perfection. Eco-friendly, no chemicals, easy installation, with consistent quality and sourcing. Resistant to rot, decay and termites and significantly less likely to crack, split, bow, shrink or swell. Made in the USA. Learn more: www.americanadecking.com.
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MS 170 - Perfect Lightweight Chainsaw
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The STIHL MS 170 is the perfect lightweight chainsaw for homeowners seeking a great value. Compact, lightweight with just the right amount of power, the MS 170 makes quick work of trimming or cutting small trees, fallen limbs after a storm, and other tasks around the yard. Read more
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The Philadelphia Tribune
The trend toward outdoor living, which uses comfy seating, bright rugs and weatherproof art to extend the al fresco season at home, is bringing new attention to a centuries-old architectural feature: the courtyard.
“It’s the original outdoor room,” said Philip Weddle, principal architect of Weddle Gilmore Black Rock Studio in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Business 2 Community
Fall represents the beginning of the end-of-the-year holiday mash up as well as the time of year where most B2B companies put all their eggs in one basket.
While it is common for B2B organizations to see a decrease in website traffic and conversions during this time, it is also where many look to capture the "leftovers" of yearly budgets.
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We lead the industry with award winning design, high quality
manufacturing, custom hand forging techniques and same-day shipping.
Shop our catalog here!
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Business 2 Community
Having concerns on how you can develop and grow your small business towards success is a question on all small business owner’s minds.
In the world of marketing and sales, there is a new technology and specific set of tactics that when properly carried out, can expand a small business to an almost unrecognizable point.
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