January/February 2020

July 21st, 2021 by Nathan Hobbs

Features

2020 Forecast

With the economy and residential construction poised for slight drawbacks, [DWM]’s editors turn to expert sources for analysis.

Readers’ Choice Awards

The results of our 2019 survey are in and we must say—they’re very revealing. Numerous categories show distinct interests.

Living Large

With more oversized and brightly colored doors expected, this year’s International Builders’ Show is sure to have some repeats. But we found plenty new to look for.

Opening to New Trends

With divergent trends ranging from wrought iron to modern, across fiberglass, wood and steel, the entry doors market looks to grab customers from all points on the spectrum.

A Sentimental Kiss

This year’s WinDoor show pulled off a big atmosphere in Toronto—delivering on a Kiss tribute band, plenty of business deals and bigtime awards.

Columns

From the Publisher

What we’re hearing about the current market

AAMA Analysis

Standard 2502 grows up, allowing for larger designs

Fenestration Focus

How some of the latest developments impact doors and windows

Trend Tracker

Why we all should be cheering for modular construction

WMA Headlines

A look at how 2020 should be a positive year for millwork

Departments

What’s News

From M&As to awards and expansions

Secret Shopper

A wild goose chase ends at Lowe’s

Introducing

The industry’s latest products

Ones to Watch

Sales to executive leadership—all of the latest faces

Now Showing

Upcoming events

Industry Indices

A visual and statistical look at trends and issues

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