2025 Best of IBS Finalists Announced

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NAHB announced the finalists for its 12th annual Best of IBS Awards for the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Las Vegas.

More than 300 product entries in nine categories were judged by 35 industry and media representatives. Finalists were evaluated on criteria such as innovation, functionality and design. Winners in each category, as well as a Best Overall winner, will be named at the conclusion of the show on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Here are the finalists for the 2025 Best of IBS Awards:

Best Business Solution Software Product

Best Energy Efficient Product

Best Home Technology Product

Best Indoor Product

Best Kitchen and Bath Product

Best Outdoor Product

Best Window & Door Product

Most Innovative Building Material

Most Innovative Construction Tool

For more information on the Best of IBS Awards, visit BuildersShow.com/bestofibs.

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