This marks my fourth “business trip” to Las Vegas in less than 12 months. A lot of great shows have been happening here recently, including The National Hardware Show, STAFDA (the tool show, not the infection), World of Concrete, and now, the International Builders’ Show (IBS) which is co-hosted with the Kitchen and Bath Industry show (KBIS). IBS is the largest annual light construction show in the world, and KBIS has over fifty years of history representing the brands and products at the forefront of the kitchen and bath industry. Aside from sharing three of the same letters in their acronyms, together these shows are wonder-twin-powers activating into the first annual Design and Construction Week! Whether you’re a construction pro, serious remodeler or homeowner, you’ll want to see the latest and greatest products we dig up while tirelessly traversing hundreds of thousands of square feet at the LV Convention Center. If you haven’t ever seen the LV Convention Center, it’s a bit like Hangar 51 from Indiana Jones.
We covered both shows live on Twitter Tuesday afternoon/evening and all day Wednesday. Since evenings in Vegas can take on a life of their own, I recommend you refrain from viewing any tweets might have occured between 6pm and 6am. Even if you were not able to catch our live coverage, be sure to follow HomeFixated on Twitter to catch our next event coverage, as well as daily tweets about the latest tools, news and tool/construction info you don’t want to miss. If you’re not hip to Twitter, fear not! You’ll find our coverage detailed below, no specialty Twitter knowledge needed. You’ll also see more in-depth coverage of hot news and products, including a video or two on HomeFixated in the coming months. Read on for all the juicy Vegas photos (well, almost all), and our usual flavor of snarky commentary with the live Twitter coverage summary below (with 60+ photos)!
International Builders’ Show – Kitchen & Bath Industry Show Coverage 2014 – Las Vegas
#IBSVegas #KBIS2014 coverage kicking off now! pic.twitter.com/y8sf1F52ru
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Open up your view with epic sliding doors from @kolbewindows #ibsvegas pic.twitter.com/8Sr8BznV8v
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Led mood lighting is heating up with fireplacextraordinair #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/hudYdhe6vX
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Wifi doesn't have to be ugly with Legrand in ceiling WAP #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/dTuTGH3PdZ
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For when your ironing board needs its own man-cave. Iron-a-Way #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/NBabpXTbpx
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Go rustic, or in this case modern with @NapoleonFirepla #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/AoL9xbGwc1
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
One if the more exotic @broannutone vent hoods #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/NOtiaaeEKx
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
The US finally catching up to Europe with @MarvinWindows exterior shades #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/tkTBhWuCar
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
You too can make your home look like a castle with @CoronadoStone #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/KuURopvGpg
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
For those of you who might want to transport themselves pneumatically: #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/rH0gzyMqLM
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Get that log cabin without the logs with @ModulogInc siding #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/9JbhtV4UBo
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
@DryerBox – great idea for the vent that's always crushed behind your dryer #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/KvLpWHt2HP
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Insulated, walkable, lightweight roofing from @ENSOLTISGHR #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/h0HW1tsSBL
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Mow and water less with Cutting Edge grass seed #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/7nHxsAZqon
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By far the coolest attic ladder we've spotted. @fakrogb #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/1Qpj0xp7eT
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The @MBUSA Sprinter – for the refined tradesperson #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/gRPkqylKFL
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Tiki fans- new synthetic thatch from Tikimundo #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/154Q2FsTmj
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
@Acoustiblok delivers impressive sound proofing in a thin package #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/CplaeYP9Uh
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Quick basement window wells that aren't super ugly! RockWell #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/GB3hwuXQQb
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Tile Redi is taking the hassle out of shower pans with their one-piece design #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/nKa8agvcnD
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 4, 2014
Seal off a room fast with the @ZipWall ZipDoor (ladies not included) #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/AAt2rE73uo
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
@PestDefense rockin their mascot at #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/E2KylWutrM
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
New Mega Flex from @gladiatorgw stores anything and everything #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/ZzM3rBfslR
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
With @clopay you can match your garage door to your front door #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/WcSUD7bUYY
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
@Frigidaire professional line looking slick #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/ZoDwVMhOxM
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
I've always needed a sink that looks like a sea urchin. MR Sinks #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/AQqJO2sMam
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
The new @InSinkErator 3n1 kitchen tap delivers steaming hot or cool filtered H20 #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/w7QQ8LdANa
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Electric floor heating made easy with @Warmup_NAmerica #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/dPFOGBFl25
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Ditch the spring with pivoting tp holders from @moen #moenkbis #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/5ZXzhq3yb2
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Tired of slammed cabinetry? Blum hardware is magical #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/d7TUf9pflQ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Contemplating a quick rejuvenating soak in a @Kohler tub with VibrAcoustic #KBIS2014 #onlykohler pic.twitter.com/d9fPx6vklI
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Lots of creative storage solutions from @REVASHELF #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/G9EMalweMG
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Small bathroom? @TOTOUSA says no problem with their Micro Bath #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/iJChHnFlLS
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Impressive and stylish refrigeration tech from Liebherr #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/4sgFvB5pin
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Not your typical bathtubs- from Clarke Architectural #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/lAgZYLXLjb
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Versa Lift push-button attic storage #ibsvegas pic.twitter.com/Ui2ZA15Coa
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Awesome retrofit LED snap on lighting – no wiring needed! Snap Power #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/JHnt8XbsrG
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Iron Dog takes a modular approach to tool gear #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/yel8TW4WZ9
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Flexible stain-grade trim from Flex Trim #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/3mPh409BaW
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Enjoying the silence of the @Roxul insulation sound path #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/TgokqJ4xUS
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Who says no one makes stuff by hand? Not @Bevolo gas and electric lights #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/o90v2PGK27
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Awesome screw art from Andrew Myers over at the Spax fasteners booth #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/kwvViFCnHM
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Reclaimed wood straightened out and ready for install from Barnwood Ind. #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/7mrkEJrkC9
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Corrugated roofing never looked so good. Ondura #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/yEV2O6ZNQB
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Checking out @HandymanClub and their sweet #handymancave #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/1Dw3g0gSNn
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
We all know black is the best color. With @clopay your garage door can be black thx to their new coolpaint #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/RZVOO5IAoY
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Rumor has it that @clopay is the favorite garage door of both @HomeFixated & @vanillaice #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/vLadcUMQmv
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Buy your own private island with @gladiatorgw #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/jO5JmWfrhP
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
New wifi color touchscreen thermostat from @Honeywell_Home #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/MWldilR4wp
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Shake look without the fire hazard. @DaVinciRoof #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/JAibRF1oPq
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Your next oven has gone high tech with touchscreen control and side hinge door @BoschAppliances #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/kXozh18BXB
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
The clever bumperless DoorSaver II protects your wall without damaging door trim #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/bkKmOLZfKu
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
@camofasteners has a new tool to make installing pressure treated decking easy & attractive #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/Y3TyyGcrKJ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Patch drywall easily with @FastenMaster FramerBack #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/fWG6v4EIo6
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
(Correction, this is actually the InstaBack)
Nice integrated blinds on these @MarvinWindows wood doors #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/2nWalSs3l8
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Collegiate themed doorbells from @broannutone #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/Zq5BxVlYjW
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
@LowesForPros offering @NAHBhome members a special deal & virtual slots #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/DugtwC6yUE
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Feeling a need to join the builder panel #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/YA4VeUGroR
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
I'm not sure whether to wash my hands or take a bath in the @Kohler Harborview sink #onlykohler #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/m7nugqN9g8
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 5, 2014
Say goodbye to handles and manual adjustments with the sleek @moen io digital #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/b3OfKqSO0s
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014
Nice rustic vessels from @NativeTrailsLLC #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/z3ImpgCrod
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014
Correction, the actual twitter handle is @Native_Trails!
At $500+/SF @gemstonetilellc isn't for everyone, but it looks amazing with real turquoise! #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/kPM8TjRqfg
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014
It's hard to stay neutral with these unique Swiss bathroom designs from @LaufenBathrooms #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/pThWWZbNHK
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014
@VikingRange not just in stainless anymore #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/87Wri6ZBin
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014
Every man cave could use a #TRUE Dual Tap Beer Dispenser #KBIS2014 pic.twitter.com/F5Ce39SITP
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014
The proper way to wrap up #IBSVegas and #KBIS2014 (in the Bier Garten)! pic.twitter.com/qwP8mrPCjJ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) February 6, 2014