Customer Picks: Top 10 Home Products of 2021
by Rachel Lyon and Giovanna Guzman, Editorial Director & Marketing Coordinator for The House Designers
The world of consumer home products is vast—it's best not to go it alone! We include a lot of product information on our site under the Product Ideas section, so make sure to explore the different categories there if you need something specific. Until then, here's a good mix of home finishing products we know our customers will love—because many already have!
Quality Decking You Can Shop Online
If you're a bit of a do-it-yourselfer, you'll love that Kebony® launched Kebony Direct to allow people to purchase outstanding decking from the convenience of home! Their durable natural wood deck board is modified to greatly improve its durability and installs with your choice of fastener for your favorite finished look. Buy online and your materials will ship directly to your house (contiguous US) in just a few weeks. They even offer a free online course on how to install it!
Model: Kebony® Deck Board with Step-Clip™ Hidden Fasteners (#2637) | Contact for a Quote
If you're a bit of a do-it-yourselfer, you'll love that Kebony® launched Kebony Direct to allow people to purchase outstanding decking from the convenience of home! Their durable natural wood deck board is modified to greatly improve its durability and installs with your choice of fastener for your favorite finished look. Buy online and your materials will ship directly to your house (contiguous US) in just a few weeks. They even offer a free online course on how to install it!
Model: Kebony® Deck Board with Step-Clip™ Hidden Fasteners (#2637) | Contact for a Quote
An Adjustable Food Storage Solution
Whether you have a big family, want to free up space in your main fridge, or like to be prepared with some extra groceries just in case, consider a second cold storage appliance! Whirlpool® introduced two new convertible 16 cu. ft. chests this year, so you can decide whether you need more refrigerator or freezer space. That's right—they're convertible! They also boast LED lighting, counterbalanced lids that stay in place when you open them, and smart storage with shelves and baskets to keep things organized and within reach!
Model: Whirlpool® 16 Cu. Ft. Convertible Freezer to Refrigerator with Baskets | $699.00 MSRP
Whether you have a big family, want to free up space in your main fridge, or like to be prepared with some extra groceries just in case, consider a second cold storage appliance! Whirlpool® introduced two new convertible 16 cu. ft. chests this year, so you can decide whether you need more refrigerator or freezer space. That's right—they're convertible! They also boast LED lighting, counterbalanced lids that stay in place when you open them, and smart storage with shelves and baskets to keep things organized and within reach!
Model: Whirlpool® 16 Cu. Ft. Convertible Freezer to Refrigerator with Baskets | $699.00 MSRP
Efficient Zoned Heating & Cooling
Want greater control over your interior climate? Look into the EcoNet® Smart Thermostat and Zoning System! With EcoNet Zoning, you can customize conditions in different areas of the house independently—the system will address temperatures that deviate from each ideal setting to avoid wasting energy where it's not needed. EcoNet is compatible with a variety of Rheem® heating and cooling equipment, so you can build the best system for your home!
Model: Rheem® EcoNet® Smart Thermostat | Price Varies Based on Whole System Selected
Want greater control over your interior climate? Look into the EcoNet® Smart Thermostat and Zoning System! With EcoNet Zoning, you can customize conditions in different areas of the house independently—the system will address temperatures that deviate from each ideal setting to avoid wasting energy where it's not needed. EcoNet is compatible with a variety of Rheem® heating and cooling equipment, so you can build the best system for your home!
Model: Rheem® EcoNet® Smart Thermostat | Price Varies Based on Whole System Selected
A Matte Finish for Bold Garage Doors
Matte isn't just for interior fixtures and hardware anymore! Clopay® recently added a new Lustra matte paint finish option to Modern Steel™ garage doors, giving homeowners the opportunity to do something unique with their exteriors. By pairing smooth panels with low-gloss paint, Lustra offers a simple yet visually striking view from the street. It's available in black, charcoal, and silver to complement the straightforward palettes modern design is known for.
Model: Clopay® Modern Steel™ Flush Panel Garage Door with Contemporary Slim Windows and Lustra Black Finish | Contact for a Quote
Matte isn't just for interior fixtures and hardware anymore! Clopay® recently added a new Lustra matte paint finish option to Modern Steel™ garage doors, giving homeowners the opportunity to do something unique with their exteriors. By pairing smooth panels with low-gloss paint, Lustra offers a simple yet visually striking view from the street. It's available in black, charcoal, and silver to complement the straightforward palettes modern design is known for.
Model: Clopay® Modern Steel™ Flush Panel Garage Door with Contemporary Slim Windows and Lustra Black Finish | Contact for a Quote
Passive Ventilation for a Healthier Home
Why use energy if you don't have to? With solar-powered skylights from VELUX®, you can reap the benefits of natural light and ventilation without drawing any power! Each of these self-contained units has its own solar panel and motor to open and close the skylight on demand or automatically in response to indoor conditions with the VELUX ACTIVE system. Hot air rises and takes moisture with it, so these skylights are perfect for bathrooms and anywhere else!
Model: VELUX® Solar Powered "Fresh Air" Skylights | Contact for a Quote
Why use energy if you don't have to? With solar-powered skylights from VELUX®, you can reap the benefits of natural light and ventilation without drawing any power! Each of these self-contained units has its own solar panel and motor to open and close the skylight on demand or automatically in response to indoor conditions with the VELUX ACTIVE system. Hot air rises and takes moisture with it, so these skylights are perfect for bathrooms and anywhere else!
Model: VELUX® Solar Powered "Fresh Air" Skylights | Contact for a Quote
Low-Maintenance & Energy-Efficient Windows
People like options, and Ply Gem® provides plenty in the window department. With all major types and materials in their catalog, you can find complementary windows for any kind of home. 1500 Series vinyl windows are particularly impressive to homeowners because they offer a great balance between cost and quality, both now and in the future thanks to their minimal upkeep and high durability. This line was even one recognized as ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient in 2021!
Model: Ply Gem® 1500 Series Single Hung Windows | Contact for a Quote
People like options, and Ply Gem® provides plenty in the window department. With all major types and materials in their catalog, you can find complementary windows for any kind of home. 1500 Series vinyl windows are particularly impressive to homeowners because they offer a great balance between cost and quality, both now and in the future thanks to their minimal upkeep and high durability. This line was even one recognized as ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient in 2021!
Model: Ply Gem® 1500 Series Single Hung Windows | Contact for a Quote
A Practical Kitchen Faucet with a High Arch
The arch is having a moment in the kitchen, and you'll find beautiful faucet options for traditional and contemporary aesthetics alike. KOHLER® has dozens of models including solid and exposed spring spouts with integrated pull-down sprayers. You have your choice of warm and cool finishes and even touch-free and voice-activated operation, if you want! In any case, high arch faucets provide greater clearance and reach to make cleaning dishes and the whole sink easier.
Model: KOHLER® Tournant™ Single-Handle Semi-Professional Kitchen Sink Faucet in Vibrant Stainless | $1,058.60 MSRP
The arch is having a moment in the kitchen, and you'll find beautiful faucet options for traditional and contemporary aesthetics alike. KOHLER® has dozens of models including solid and exposed spring spouts with integrated pull-down sprayers. You have your choice of warm and cool finishes and even touch-free and voice-activated operation, if you want! In any case, high arch faucets provide greater clearance and reach to make cleaning dishes and the whole sink easier.
Model: KOHLER® Tournant™ Single-Handle Semi-Professional Kitchen Sink Faucet in Vibrant Stainless | $1,058.60 MSRP
Beautiful Fireplace Options for Every Need
A fireplace really ties together the room, so make sure to find the perfect fit for each space! Heat & Glo® has gas, electric, and wood fireplaces in a range of sizes to suit everything from cozy bedrooms and dens to grand open living areas that need a statement piece. Whether you're looking for a fireplace for new construction or an insert for a renovation, you'll find gorgeous options you can make your own with your choice of finishes!
Model: Heat & Glo® 8000 Series Indoor Gas Fireplace with Halston Front & Reflective Black Glass Interior | Contact Dealer for a Quote
A fireplace really ties together the room, so make sure to find the perfect fit for each space! Heat & Glo® has gas, electric, and wood fireplaces in a range of sizes to suit everything from cozy bedrooms and dens to grand open living areas that need a statement piece. Whether you're looking for a fireplace for new construction or an insert for a renovation, you'll find gorgeous options you can make your own with your choice of finishes!
Model: Heat & Glo® 8000 Series Indoor Gas Fireplace with Halston Front & Reflective Black Glass Interior | Contact Dealer for a Quote
Attractive Flooring for Any Room & Aesthetic
If you need flooring, Floor & Decor really is a one-stop shop with a wide array of tile, stone, wood, laminate, and vinyl products available at your fingertips. Search by brand, color, or use and you'll have tons of amazing results to consider, all presented with very crisp photography so you can truly appreciate their design potential. That's right—you don't have to hope things will look a certain way in-person! You can keep it simple or build a pattern—you'll love the results either way.
Model: Floor & Decor Soft Ash Wood Plank Porcelain Tile | $3.49 per Sq. Ft.
If you need flooring, Floor & Decor really is a one-stop shop with a wide array of tile, stone, wood, laminate, and vinyl products available at your fingertips. Search by brand, color, or use and you'll have tons of amazing results to consider, all presented with very crisp photography so you can truly appreciate their design potential. That's right—you don't have to hope things will look a certain way in-person! You can keep it simple or build a pattern—you'll love the results either way.
Model: Floor & Decor Soft Ash Wood Plank Porcelain Tile | $3.49 per Sq. Ft.
A Bathtub Surround with Space for All Your Products
Nobody likes having a close and cluttered bathroom, so make sure to plan for storage in all the key places. The bathtub usually offers an edge you can balance bottles on and a shelf in some cases, but you can do so much better! Engineered for style, design, and durability, Delta® ProCrylic® Bathtubs create a high-gloss acrylic look that lasts. Each bath and shower is fashioned with a sleek, refined look that feels at home with any décor. Mildew-resistant and easy to clean, Delta products built from ProCrylic® are easy to install and maintain for a cost-effective bath that’s simply beautiful.
Model: Delta® ProCrylic® 60 In. X 32 In. Bathtub Surround in White | $271.30 MSRP
Nobody likes having a close and cluttered bathroom, so make sure to plan for storage in all the key places. The bathtub usually offers an edge you can balance bottles on and a shelf in some cases, but you can do so much better! Engineered for style, design, and durability, Delta® ProCrylic® Bathtubs create a high-gloss acrylic look that lasts. Each bath and shower is fashioned with a sleek, refined look that feels at home with any décor. Mildew-resistant and easy to clean, Delta products built from ProCrylic® are easy to install and maintain for a cost-effective bath that’s simply beautiful.
Model: Delta® ProCrylic® 60 In. X 32 In. Bathtub Surround in White | $271.30 MSRP
