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Niagara’s WaterSense-certified Sabre line

WaterSense-certified toilets: Low-flow and high-performing

How plumbers can benefit by offering WaterSense-certified products.

October 20, 2021

With government regulations constantly decreasing the amount of water used in every flush, it’s no wonder that low-flow toilets are getting more and more popular, especially those with the WaterSense certification.

Beating the odds: Bradley celebrates 100 years

Plumbing manufacturer’s success lies in problem-solving.

Nicole Krawcke

October 14, 2021

Reaching 100 years is quite a milestone for any business, let alone for a family plumbing business. Especially when you consider the average lifespan for a family-owned business is 24 years, according to Cornell University’s SC Johnson School of Business.

Governor Gavin Newsom signs AB 100 into law

October 12, 2021

Governor Gavin Newsom and the California State Legislature have enacted Assembly Bill (AB) 100 into law. Authored by Assembly member Chris Holden, AB 100 adopts industry standard NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 2020 as the lead-testing requirement for certified endpoint drinking water devices sold in California.

Showers are no longer just for getting clean

Smart showers enhance growing luxury bathroom trend

Nicole Krawcke

September 23, 2021

How many people can relate to this scenario? Your alarm doesn’t go off and you wake up in a panic because you are now late for work.

PM Profile: Niagara launches more than 100 new products

Manufacturer announces new high performance, water-efficient toilet lineup.

Nicole Krawcke

August 18, 2021

In April, Niagara held a virtual launch event, announcing its new Niagara Wholesale Program and more than 100 new products designed to help wholesalers serve the needs of their plumbing professional clients by offering advanced technology and high performance for those looking for a wide variety of water-efficient products.

Consumer interest in bidets surges following COVID-19 pandemic

Manufacturers discuss U.S. market trends.

Nicole Krawcke

August 16, 2021

COVID-19 had many widespread impacts to just about every product category and industry — the plumbing industry included. One of the most interesting market shifts was how the toilet paper shortage at the start of the pandemic spurred sales of bidet toilet seats in the U.S. market.

A bathroom sanctuary

Fallen tree leads to beautiful remodel.

Kristen White

August 12, 2021

What to do when a huge tree topples onto your home — and essentially into your bathroom? Well, when you’re in the fixture industry, you take the opportunity to partner with plumbing industry experts and completely remodel the bathroom.

Hansgrohe USA begins a new chapter with Robert Kaminski as president

August 4, 2021

Kaminski comes to the United States after 10 years with the Hansgrohe Group.

Talking toilets and touchless

Bath and kitchen pros discuss touchless trends and consumer wants.

Natalie Forster

July 22, 2021

According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) Living Impacts Design Report for 2020, there are four overarching themes emerging throughout the bath and kitchen industry: Healthy living, simplified living, connected living and living in place.

Gerber faucets add elegance to new Dallas apartment skyscraper

June 28, 2021

A total of 367 modern residences and penthouse suites feature the newest amenities and creature comforts – and each bathroom is outfitted with Gerber’s WaterSense certified Mid-Town faucets and tub and shower trim.