THE READING ROOM
Bringing You All The Latest T In The Industry
Our Reading Room is your go-to destination for all the latest insider information in the industry. Get ready to dive deep into the world of home improvement as we bring you the finest trends, tips, and tricks in the business. From expert advice on choosing the perfect windows and doors to innovative solutions for enhancing your home’s appeal, we’ve got you covered. Join us on this exciting journey where we unravel the secrets of the trade and empower you with the knowledge to make informed decisions for your home.
What’s in the Canada Green Buildings Strategy
Delayed green buildings strategy won't meet net-zero emissions The federal government has released a Green Buildings Strategy. The Strategy does not include public investments or mandatory regulations needed to meet net-zero emission goal. Future areas for advancement...
June in Review
Join us this October for the first Canada Home Energy Justice Conference!The Canada Home Energy Justice Conference on October 8-9, 2024, at Carleton University in Ottawa, is set to bridge the gap between academia, program providers, and organizations dedicated to...
Armour Side Metal Siding panels will add beauty and protection to any building!
Armour side is a revelation in steel cladding that provides a budget conscious alternative to fiberboard and vinyl with a beautiful textured paint finish. Requiring virtually no maintenance (garden hose and tap required) Armour Side provides a beautiful and durable...
Mitten announcement: All ASA Colours Available to Order!
Dear Valued Customers, We are pleased to announce that we have resumed production of all colours of our full vinyl siding portfolio. We appreciate the efforts of our supply chain team and suppliers to quickly mitigate the ASA material availability challenges impacting...
Associated Materials Announcement: Important Product Update
Dear Valued Customer: Due to ongoing drought conditions in Mexico, a significant supplier of ASA (a critical material in some vinyl siding) has been forced to cease production and has declared Force Majeure. The impact of this supplier is directly related to dark...
Mitten announcement: ASA Raw Material Shortage Notification
Dear Valued Customers, Extreme weather conditions (drought in Mexico) have disrupted the global supply chain of ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate), a raw material that is crucial for the production of our vinyl siding products. We are working closely with our...
Construction and Natural Resources: From a Right to Exploit to a Duty to Protect
You may have read that construction accounts for 40% of global CO2 emissions, but did you know it also represents 15% of freshwater use worldwide? The sector’s heavy impact on water, soil, and forests is wholly unsustainable. Changing this course requires a radical...
Mitten Black Blocks & Vents
Introducing: Black Blocks & VentsThe perfect accent piece for today’s bold design trends Mitten is excited to introduce 498 black to their lines of blocks, mounts and vents! This bold, sleek matte black colour elevates exterior designs with an eye-catching...
Answering The Hard Questions From a Customer Truthfully Even If It Costs You The Job
This morning I received an email from a lovely young woman named Kendra. Her father had sent her my way when her boyfriend and her had made the enormous decision to build a new house together. After giving her a price on new windows, I was given a response that they...
WHAT IS EGRESS?
Often enough, we get asked the question "What does egress mean?" or "Do I have to have egress here and how come?" So here's the answer. Short and relatively easy to understand. e·gress /ēˌgres/Noun: The action of going out of or leaving a place. The National Building...
