It’s that time of year again! This week, I attended the largest annual light construction show in the world: the International Builders’ Show. I also covered the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. Both shows create a dazzling sprawl of displays that occupy zillions of square feet at the Las Vegas Convention Center. They are part of what is now referred to as Design and Construction Week. Whether you’re a construction pro, serious remodeler or homeowner, you’ll want a peek at the sometimes amazing but almost always interesting products I dig up while tirelessly scouring the show floors.
Even if you were not able to catch the live coverage this week, be sure to follow HomeFixated on Twitter for our next event which happens to be World of Concrete, just a couple weeks away. As an added bonus for following us on Twitter, you’ll be an industry insider with our 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 IBS/KBIS coverage detailed below, no specialty Twitter knowledge needed. Read on for all the juicy Vegas photos (well, the ones that won’t get us into major trouble anyway), and our usual flavor of snarky commentary with the live Twitter coverage summary below!
International Builders’ Show – Kitchen & Bath Industry Show Coverage 2015 – Las Vegas
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New @RIDGIDPower Gen5x combo kit coming to @HomeDepot in March at $500! pic.twitter.com/5gUoE0VSrm
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 21, 2015
There will be more than one 18v sander on the market soon – new from @RIDGIDPower #DCW2015 pic.twitter.com/RDptQK9Be9
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 21, 2015
Car guys and gals rejoice – @RYOBIpowertools getting into the buffer game #DCW2015 pic.twitter.com/TVpakcHpnW
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 21, 2015
Cavernous new commercial vehicles from @Nissan #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/rPUc6EA5zw
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 21, 2015
Smarty pants new thermostats from @BoschGlobal might have Nest in their crosshairs. pic.twitter.com/l8AVzWm3De
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Those aren't flames, (water mist)! Opti-myst from @DimplexUK available with or without heat. pic.twitter.com/8Zhm9SThCk
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Faux beams just got a lot bigger with @SuperiorBuild #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/ARHajMjvfZ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Solar powered surveillance cams from @EyeTrax operate off cellular (& the sun of course)! #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/lFNfIQ08UH
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
This is the @MercedesBenz of commercial vehicles. No really, it is a Mercedes Benz! #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/XjlRro3jRt
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
I always see something new at #IBSVegas – like this Scenic View Barrel Sauna! #ibs2015 pic.twitter.com/fwyNZwhnqh
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Have a great view? Enjoy it more with @MarvinWindows Scenic Doors. #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/LpQRv3OIS1
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
I hereby nominate @SherwinWilliams as the brand most in need or a logo refresh at #ibs2015 pic.twitter.com/aW1FgEeQr4
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
New Pavestone (large and small format pavers) coming soon from the folks @QUIKRETE #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/HUx0x9omD7
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Bold look for your #garage workshop with @gladiatorgw #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/PdriLBjO1a
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Party time in the Biergarten #IBS2015 – lots more coverage, including #KBIS2015 tomorrow (Thur)! pic.twitter.com/UDM5Uhk9xv
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Who knew @Trex_Company made fencing too?! #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/AOr9UmjeXI
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
I'm thinking about wearing this rig from @atlas46llc next show! Cool rigs to mil spec. #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/BhwGQ5p35i
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Contractors, measure your jobs on the cheap via satellite with @roofscope #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/cVOWiy29uP
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Want to stain / poly your mdf, old cabinets & more hassle free? Check out http://t.co/Q0oXDM5I7C #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/N9Ss95jrXz
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Very nice automatic door seals, Swiss made by Planet #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/JhNQxJrokG
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
The folks @nest snatched up @Dropcam so your thermostat is even smarter! #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/wqXnl1YC7n
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Not your average spiral staircase – from Artesano Iron Works #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/z80qDO8zKT
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Store your wine under the stairs in high style with @Vinotemp #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/zO0eHG7hTz
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Slick new usb charging from our friends @Snap_Power coming soon to @kickstarter #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/swjqdXA7iW
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Robust and stylish carriage door hardware from @carriagedoors #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/FATquJbUjE
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
More slick door hardware from @RusticaHardware #IBS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/K4sNaoEYzw
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
A new twist on displaying your vino from Wine As Art #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/1U6wdZqe7a
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Automate your clunky attic stairs with Marwin One Touch #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/S4k4gj55Gy
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Rockin out with @Roxul insulation at #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/5eCEUNLPes
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Beautiful hand-crafted gas lights from @Bevolo #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/7nqrsiEBzB
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Ditch your keys and combinations with the new Bluetooth enabled safe from @FirstAlert #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/nkJBzhNbJ6
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Repro all cedar barnwood minus the lead, nails and warps from Select Timber #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/puEhIwVWGa
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
The end of gutter cleaning with Gutter Glove (gold fish not included) #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/aJByhRGGhr
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Tired of sharpening your pencil? New @Accutrax snap-off carpenters pencil in action #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/VxjHAXnrE2
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
More sexy wine displays from @GenuwineCellars #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/ZlKOarXNHq
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Replace your clunky sawhorses with light, collapsible @CentipedeTool #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/FSe1QFEVNs
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Sleek designs from Tona Bathroom Furniture #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/kngHEyozXa
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Ready to see what's hot and steamy in the bath (and kitchen)! #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/u87EvqGkq6
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Contemporary to traditional fixtures from @moen #MoenDesign #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/KTj6TAL47Y
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Sleekify your #kitchen with @Electrolux appliances #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/mshqFQ3XK3
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Contemplating freshening up in the @deltafaucet shower display #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas #bathroom pic.twitter.com/e1xUtfG5uF
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Avoid that blast of frigid/molten water with hydro-powered @deltafaucet Temp2O shower heads #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/q8wQDS9pp4
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
#liebherr Bio Fresh fridges are loaded with innovative features and style #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/ULRdyoVaox
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
This isn't your grandmother's Formica – new colors & styles @FormicaGroup #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/pm7FEoRLRG
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Feeing hungry watching Martin Yan of Yan Can Cook fame with @GEMonogram #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/cQ260KHViG
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
These @Bertazzoni_Itl ranges are literally painted at the @Ferrari factory in Italy! #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/QryA49LEeR
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
The @InSinkErator 3N1 kitchen faucet melds a contemporary faucet with instant near boiling H20 #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/Jsai95anra
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
I'm either at a concert venue or the huge @Kohler #KBIS2015 booth. #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/61Y7XuRWxq
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
#onlykohler lets you control the elements (water, music, steam & lighting) @Kohler #KBIS2015 pic.twitter.com/3pk7FNQVM3
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Touchless flush is officially a trend. @Kohler #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas #onlykohler pic.twitter.com/vP9hTeVQ5g
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Short on space for your tank? @Kohler can help you out. #KBIS2015 #onlykohler pic.twitter.com/PGdtbNS2DQ
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
You'll love the efficiency and safety cooking with @VikingRange induction cooktops #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/jVDQE1rNgg
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Sure it costs more than $10k but you'll be cooking in style with this Italian made @VikingRange #KBIS2015 #IBSVegas pic.twitter.com/sd0GXkoEYS
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Scoring some free advertising at the @Kohler booth #believinginbetter #KBIS2015 pic.twitter.com/YfOFpFxK8W
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Like so many wayward #IBSVegas visitors, I eventually wound up next to a toilet #KBISSelfie pic.twitter.com/bFzXtIvJ0q
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
New Ultimate Multi-Slide Door from @MarvinWindows goes up to 12' tall & 50' wide! #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/OMDHY0DuBi
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
New next gen @MarvinWindows Ultimate Double Hung – sweet locking mechanism & no ugly tracks #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/erDU1BAV3A
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
New matte finishes now available @hardwoodforless #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/fB8WotqENj
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Grey finishes like this pewter maple flooring is trending with @hardwoodforless #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/Il65T7PdYp
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Commercial vehicles are definitely seeing some new looks and functionality @Ford @FordComTruck #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/3M0lNh2RNo
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Need a more accessible truck bed? Check out this @StellarInd option on a @Ford F350 #IBSVegas @FordComTruck pic.twitter.com/ZQwmIeqkVO
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Appliance meets art with @Gaggenau_US #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/L8x2vQCJ62
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Gorgeous modern design on this Spanish Cedar Reserve Collection garage door from @clopay #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/JUsaoDCx3D
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
Check out this circular saw with cyclonic dust collection from Roan Tools via @James_Hardie #IBSVegas #IBS2015 pic.twitter.com/IjOB848N0F
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 22, 2015
It has been a blast! See you next year @NAHBhome #IBSVegas #KBIS2015 pic.twitter.com/cQwlDtLSKw
— HomeFixated.com (@HomeFixated) January 23, 2015
