Doors

The new White Medium, pewter-toned patina from architectural hardware designer Ashley Norton is handmade and styled to complement both traditional and modern aesthetics. The “living” finish—an oxidized version of the manufacturer’s White Bronze—is responsive to temperature and humidity fluctuations during production, so each batch will have a distinctive appearance. 

Hardware | Ashley Norton

The Bullet & Stone Collection from Australian company Designer Doorware marries concrete and metal in door handles and round knob profiles, melding hot and cold aesthetics and offering a unique tactile experience. The solid brass fittings that back each concrete form are finished in either Florentine Bronze (in a Medium or Dark tone), Polished Nickel, or Satin Black Chrome. Custom finishes for the concrete are available by request.

Hardware | Designer Doorware

According to smart home security manufacturer Maximus Lighting, the Answer DualCam Video Doorbell is the first and currently the only dual-camera smart doorbell. The unit uses a 1,080-pixel HDR camera to eliminate blind spots at the top and bottom of the camera view, offering a 155-degree field of vision. The front-facing speaker plays messages and custom greetings, allowing two-way communication, and can be controlled via the Kuna app to view and speak to visitors, dial 911, or ring an alarm.

Hardware | Maximus Lighting

The INOX brand Surface Mount Barn Door Lock is billed by Unison Hardware as the first such lock crafted specifically for barn doors. With a design based on builder feedback requesting easier and quicker installation, the manufacturer touts a 15-minute install time with this product. The lock also is available in an ADA option (shown), which features a longer one-touch thumb lever to activate the 1-inch bolt-locking mechanism.

Hardware | Unison Hardware

To complement its VistaLuxe collection, Kolbe Windows & Doors launched the two-tone Dallas handleset (shown) for in-swing entrance doors. The Brushed Gold lever complements a Matte Black key cylinder, turn knob, and escutcheon. Kolbe also unveiled the Ashlar crank-out handle for casements and awnings, in Matte Black, Rustic Umber, Satin Nickel, and White finishes.

Hardware | Kolbe Windows & Doors

According to interior designer, author, and HGTV host Vern Yip, modern homes are getting more popular all over the U.S., even with "hardcore traditionalists."

In the Mood for Modern

As part of its portfolio launch and in anticipation of a North American plant, wood-based material manufacturer EGGER unveils PerfectSense premium lacquered boards for use in kitchen, bath, and sliding door applications. The matte surface includes a fingerprint-resistant finish, ultraviolet coating, and Calender Coating Inert (CCI)  technology to produce a mirror-like gloss on a matte surface. 

Best of IBS 2019 | EGGER

MaxView sliding patio door from Ply Gem

Best of IBS 2019 | Ply Gem

Marvin Windows and Doors

2019 Builders' Show Product Preview

The Westchester Double Hung window from Sierra Pacific was designed to evoke traditional craftsmanship while delivering the narrowest sight line for high-end windows, and historically accurate proportions for its thermally broken sashes. The windows also provide a patent-pending combination sash lock, sill end caps, and drainage system, along with a multipoint tilt latch. IBS Booth N1426

IBS Products: Doors + Windows | Sierra Pacific

To offer the wood doors homebuyers crave while preventing the water infiltration that leads to moisture issues, Masonite re-engineered its exterior doors to keep water out while also upgrading key components. According to the company, AquaSeal is the only factory-sealed exterior wood door in the industry. IBS Booth C5207.

IBS Products: Doors + Windows | Masonite

Marvin Modern is a new line from Marvin Windows and Doors featuring an innovative frame design to improve structural and thermal performance with a high-density fiberglass and aluminum interior. In addition, the collection offers minimal visual obstructions by achieving less than 3-inch sight lines, while its own appearance remains versatile with split finishes for indoors and out. Color profiles available include Ebony, Bronze, Gunmetal, Stone White (shown), and Clear Anodized/Silver. IBS Booth C3819.

IBS Products: Doors + Windows | Marvin Windows and Doors

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