FEB 25 - 27, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV

Craft Techniques Zone

Group of people standing in the entrance of the 2023 IBS craft tech zone

LVCC - WEST HALL - W3643

The Craft Techniques Zone (CTZ) features a variety of interactive demonstrations highlighting best practices, tips and how-tos in craft-building techniques and skills. Whereas our Construction Performance Zone focuses on the larger structural and performance-related aspects of building, this new zone explores the details, updates and finishes that complete the home.

Key Learning Topics

The CTZ covers craft building skills and finishes for both the interior and exterior of the home with potential topics to include:

Interiors

Carpentry/Fine Woodworking
Stair Building
Home Tech
Kitchens & Baths
Basements
Wall Finishes
Flooring
Windows & Doors

Exteriors

Roofs
Decking
Outdoor Living
Landscapes
Exterior Finishes & Siding
Additions

What's happening at IBS 2024 in the Craft Techniques Zone?

Craft Techniques Zone
West Hall - W3643

All Days

Tuesday, February 27

Wednesday, February 28

Thursday, February 29

Select a Day:

Tuesday, February 27

9:30 - 10:15 AM

Spiral Staircases: Creating a Unique, Functional, Space-Saving Solution [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

10:30 - 11:15 AM

Versatile Shower Systems: The Right Choice [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

12:00 - 12:45 PM

Shower Systems Engineered for Speed & Success [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

1:00 - 1:45 PM

Reno or New: Tips & Techniques to Properly Prep Exterior Openings [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

2:00 - 2:45 PM

Mastering the Art of Sliding Door Installation [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

3:00 - 4:00 PM

Installing Windows: Best Practices for a Professional Finish [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

4:00 - 5:00 PM

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

Wednesday, February 28

9:30 - 10:15 AM

Heat Pump Water Heaters: Energy Efficiency Options [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

10:30 - 11:15 AM

Comfort In Living Spaces: How to Meet Growing Expectations [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

11:15 - 11:45 AM

Embracing the Electric Revolution

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

Comfort In Living Spaces: Indoor Units Blend Sleek Aesthetics & Clever Engineering [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

12:45 - 1:30 PM

Exterior Wall Treatments: Tips & Tricks for a Flawless Finish [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

1:45 - 2:30 PM

Creating the Right Exterior Look: Vinyl, Composite & Aluminum [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

3:00 - 3:45 PM

Best Selections & Installation of Pocket Doors [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

4:00 - 5:00 PM

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

Thursday, February 29

9:30 - 10:15 AM

Coffered Ceilings 101 [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

10:30 - 11:15 AM

A Comprehensive Guide to Successful Coffered Ceiling Installs [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Roofing Underlayments: Starting Your Roofing Out Right [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

12:30 - 1:15 PM

Roofing Treatments & Trims: Techniques & Tricks [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

1:30 - 2:15 PM

Kitchen Base Cabinet Install: Best Practices for Setting & Joining [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

2:15 - 3:00 PM

Kitchen Upper Cabinet Install: Best Practices for Setting & Joining [DEMO]

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

3:00 - 4:00 PM

CTZ Closing Tailgate Happy Hour

LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

Tuesday,
February 27

9:30 - 10:15 AM Spiral Staircases: Creating a Unique, Functional, Space-Saving Solution [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

10:30 - 11:15 AM Versatile Shower Systems: The Right Choice [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

12:00 - 12:45 PM Shower Systems Engineered for Speed & Success [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

1:00 - 1:45 PM Reno or New: Tips & Techniques to Properly Prep Exterior Openings [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

2:00 - 2:45 PM Mastering the Art of Sliding Door Installation [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

3:00 - 4:00 PM Installing Windows: Best Practices for a Professional Finish [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

4:00 - 5:00 PM CTZ Happy Hour LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

Wednesday,
February 28

9:30 - 10:15 AM Heat Pump Water Heaters: Energy Efficiency Options [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

10:30 - 11:15 AM Comfort In Living Spaces: How to Meet Growing Expectations [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

11:15 - 11:45 AM Embracing the Electric Revolution LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM Comfort In Living Spaces: Indoor Units Blend Sleek Aesthetics & Clever Engineering [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

12:45 - 1:30 PM Exterior Wall Treatments: Tips & Tricks for a Flawless Finish [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

1:45 - 2:30 PM Creating the Right Exterior Look: Vinyl, Composite & Aluminum [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

3:00 - 3:45 PM Best Selections & Installation of Pocket Doors [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

4:00 - 5:00 PM CTZ Happy Hour LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

Thursday,
February 29

9:30 - 10:15 AM Coffered Ceilings 101 [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

10:30 - 11:15 AM A Comprehensive Guide to Successful Coffered Ceiling Installs [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Roofing Underlayments: Starting Your Roofing Out Right [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

12:30 - 1:15 PM Roofing Treatments & Trims: Techniques & Tricks [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

1:30 - 2:15 PM Kitchen Base Cabinet Install: Best Practices for Setting & Joining [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

2:15 - 3:00 PM Kitchen Upper Cabinet Install: Best Practices for Setting & Joining [DEMO] LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

3:00 - 4:00 PM CTZ Closing Tailgate Happy Hour LVCC - IBS Craft Techniques Zone - W3643

Demo Instructors

WALT TOMALA

WALT TOMALA

Speaker Profile

AARON THOMAS BUTT

Speaker Profile

AARON THOMAS BUTT

JOE COOK

Speaker Profile

BECOME A SPONSOR

For more information on how your company can partner with the Craft Techniques Zone, please contact Cheryl Lewis at [email protected] or 202-266-8208.

Sponsors

Johns Mansville

Shurtape Technologies

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