Each year on October 15, Global Handwashing Day advocates for how a simple and inexpensive action – handwashing with soap and water – can stop the spread of colds, flus and other infectious diseases. This year, due to the coronavirus, the international day has taken on new-found prominence.

Design & Construction Week was scheduled to take place on Feb. 9-11, 2021, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The new all-virtual DCW 2021 will still take place the week of Feb. 8 with extended programming.

Northrup joins LIXIL after nearly 20 years with Whirlpool Corp., where he began his career as a market brand representative with increasing responsibilities culminating in several key leadership roles across the business.

NKBA is accepting nominations through Oct. 30 for 2021 inductees to the Kitchen and Bath Hall of Fame. Honorees are recognized and celebrated for their significant and enduring contributions to the development of the kitchen and bath industry.

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its Market Outlook report showing the remodeling industry is largely recovering from its Q1 COVID-19-induced dip. According to the report, the percentage of homeowners actively working on remodeling projects increased significantly, from 19% in Q1 to 36% in Q2.

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) held its second annual NKBA Global Connect Business Summit, Sept. 9 and 10, 2020.

Sonnhalter, a communications firm marketing to the professional tradesman in the construction, industrial and MRO markets, partnered with Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity for an eleventh year during its annual Sonnhalter Tool Drive, raising $27,000 worth of tools and building materials.