Niagara®, the leader in high-performance, water-saving toilets today announced the addition of two new lines of modern sinks that will complement its award-winning Liberty and Shadow toilet lines – part of the brand’s Pro product suites. Both collections are dedicated to the traditional wholesale channel and designed specifically with features and benefits for builders, remodelers and plumbing Read more
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Niagara®, the leader in high-performance, water-saving toilets today announced the addition of two new lines of modern sinks that will complement its award-winning Liberty and Shadow toilet lines – part of the brand’s Pro product suites. Both collections are dedicated to the traditional wholesale channel and designed specifically with features and benefits for builders, remodelers and plumbing professionals.
The new sink lines provide designers and building pros with matching options for Niagara’s Liberty and Shadow lines, creating modern bathroom collections for residential, multifamily and hospitality properties. The two new lines of sinks feature eight different SKUs that include drop-in and pedestal options, round and oval shapes and varying heights and circumferences. All are made from white vitreous china that is easy to clean and matches perfectly with Niagara’s toilet lines.
“We continue to listen closely to building professionals, helping us create innovative products that not only make their jobs easier but that ultimately provide their customers with collections that deliver modern design, water-saving powerful performance and easy installation,” said Carl Wehmeyer, executive vice president at Niagara. “These new sinks are now part of cohesive sets that will make it seamless to design bathrooms which possess form and function.”
Niagara’s Liberty Collection installs quickly and the toilets have an extra-large footprint that uses a standard flapper that is familiar to plumbers. At a 1.28 GPF flush volume, the Liberty toilets can flush 800g of miso, carry a 15-year warranty, and are MaP and WaterSense certified.
Niagara’s Shadow Collection includes toilets with Stealth Technology® — the best solution for those wanting high design, performance and efficiency. Offered in 0.8 and 1.28 GPF, the sleek design of the sink and toilet will upgrade the appearance of any bathroom. The Shadow toilets flush 1,000g of miso, carry a 15-year warranty, and are MaP Premium and WaterSense certified.
The new Niagara sinks, like their matching toilets, boast a lifetime warranty on vitreous china and a dedicated team of customer service professionals for the wholesale plumbing channel who are available to answer questions.
Interested customers can find more information about Niagara’s new sinks that complement their Liberty and Shadow lines on Niagara’s Pro website. The new sinks are available now and sold exclusively through wholesalers across the United States.
Powerful Performance, Water Efficiency and Modern Design Niagara®, the leader in high-performance, high-technology, water-saving toilets, introduced its new Phantom One Piece toilet at the 2023 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). The new Phantom is a fresh blend of design and award-winning technology, offering industry leading performance and water efficiency that will help customers reduce water consumption and alleviate high Read more
Powerful Performance, Water Efficiency and Modern Design
Niagara®, the leader in high-performance, high-technology, water-saving toilets, introduced its new Phantom One Piece toilet at the 2023 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS). The new Phantom is a fresh blend of design and award-winning technology, offering industry leading performance and water efficiency that will help customers reduce water consumption and alleviate high utility bills.
The new Phantom One Piece toilet includes Niagara’s patented Stealth Technology®, which has won more than 15 industry and EPA WaterSense® awards for re-engineering the flush into a high-power, low-maintenance, virtually clog-free, water-efficient solution that has saved billions of gallons of the world’s water. This innovative technology has a vacuum-assist pull and a noise-cancelling tank for a whisper-quiet flush. At an efficient 0.8 GPF, the new Phantom One Piece is powerful enough to flush 1,000g of miso, is MaP Premium rated, WaterSense certified and impressively surpasses all industry drain line carry standards.
The Phantom One Piece displays a modern, sleek design that is ideal for residential, multifamily and hospitality properties. It also offers a comfortable elongated bowl and ADA height. Its design offers a concealed trapway that’s aesthetically pleasing and makes it one of the easiest toilets to clean. The new Phantom includes upgraded components like zinc powder-coated handles available in left or right options and a Fluidmaster® fill valve that dramatically reduces noise.
“Water and money saving solutions continue to be top of mind for many Americans,” said Carl Wehmeyer, executive vice president at Niagara. “Our products help alleviate high utility bills and reduce impacts of drought in the U.S. The Phantom One Piece clearly illustrates how our team continues to innovate and develop high-performing, water-saving products with cutting-edge design that meet the modern needs of our customers.”
Builders and plumbing professionals will find the convenience of a pre-assembled tank extremely useful. Because of this feature, pros can install the Phantom quickly and efficiently, leaving little room for error. The Phantom also offers an extra-large footprint making installation faster and easier leaving less room for errors and providing the ability to cover old tile.
The new Niagara Phantom One Piece boasts an industry leading, 15-year warranty on tank trim, a lifetime warranty on vitreous china and a dedicated team of customer service professionals for the wholesale plumbing channel available to answer questions.
Interested customers can find more information about Niagara’s new Phantom One Piece on Niagara’s website. The new Phantom is available now and sold exclusively through wholesalers across the United States.
A comfy home creates a sense of security, assurance, and ambiance. Beyond functionality, lighting and plumbing fixtures are in the fashion-forward category, adding to the overall home’s design. As homeowners become more design-conscious, brands are creating unconventional fixtures that turn homes into chic sanctuaries. Here are a few trends in decorative lighting and plumbing. 1. Read more
A comfy home creates a sense of security, assurance, and ambiance. Beyond functionality, lighting and plumbing fixtures are in the fashion-forward category, adding to the overall home’s design. As homeowners become more design-conscious, brands are creating unconventional fixtures that turn homes into chic sanctuaries. Here are a few trends in decorative lighting and plumbing.
1. Modern Farmhouse Theme
The trendy modern farmhouse theme holds a firm grip on plumbing and lighting, blending modern and vintage styles. The oversized lighting fixtures create a spectacular statement, best demonstrated when combining three large pendants over your kitchen island.
This style is prominent in the kitchen and can be seen in sinks and faucets. Typically, Apron sinks are stylish and functional, providing an ideal space for food prep in any home. The generous combination of stainless steel and brass plumbing fixtures creates a practical and chic look in the kitchen.
However, the kitchen and bathroom are prone to fast-paced trends that can fade into oblivion, making your space look dated quickly. It’s important to carefully combine your options to ensure the best looks.
2. Matte Black Plumbing Fixtures
Matte black is a tried and tested design trend across popular plumbing and lighting fixtures. Contemporary design enthusiasts love the minimalist style due to its ability to blend with cozy accessories. The design element is best implanted in bright, airy spaces like outdoor living spaces with low voltage LED deck lights.
Particularly, white surfaces and matte black faucets give your kitchen or bathroom a stylish touch. The design can neatly unify cabinetry hardware, adding character to a neutral space. Besides their outstanding functionality, the plumbing fittings are versatile, making them ideal for people who want to incorporate different design accents in their homes. Typically, you can mix and match sinks with gold and stainless steel shades. But if you want to create a timeless statement, you can combine warmer shades with cooler options like chrome.
3. Warm Gold and Soft Pastels
Gold finishes are timeless, but softer shades dominate plumbing and lighting fixtures. Combining gold and honey tones with a brushed finish gives your home a soft feel. And since a careful blend of metal fixtures can create an eclectic feel in your space, placing warm metals against cooler ones creates a rich visual appeal.
However, gold fixtures are best paired with matte black in neutral spaces to create an awe-striking contrast. Regardless, keep the design subtle to ensure cool and warm tones don’t compete for attention.
Mute color palates create a calming effect, transforming your home into a peaceful abode. The trendiest pastel shades in lighting fixtures include softer hues like creamy mint, millennial pink, and robin egg blue. The design works best in pendant lights hanging over a statement kitchen island or flush mounts in the stairway to create ambiance. The trend blends well with transitional spaces in coastal living designs.
Conclusion
While some people still cherish conventional designs, more homeowners seek trendy and stylish designs that create a contemporary feel. Plumbing and lighting fixtures from popular brands demonstrate endless possibilities with different accents, color shades and designs.
The iWash S-12 adds an auto open/close lid to the line’s lengthy list of comfort and convenience features Icera, manufacturer of high-performance, luxury toilet fixtures, is adding to its iWash line of electronic bidet seats with the launch of the iWash S-12. The iWash S-12 offers all the premium features of previous iWash models—including a warm Read more
The iWash S-12 adds an auto open/close lid to the line’s lengthy list of comfort and convenience features
Icera, manufacturer of high-performance, luxury toilet fixtures, is adding to its iWash line of electronic bidet seats with the launch of the iWash S-12. The iWash S-12 offers all the premium features of previous iWash models—including a warm air dryer, heated seat, and built-in deodorizer—plus the convenience of an auto-open/soft-close seat lid. The iWash S-12 bidet boasts a slim profile and installs easily in place of a traditional seat on most elongated toilets.
The luxury performance of the iWash S-12 begins with the cleansing bidet spray. A tankless, instant ceramic water heating system provides an unlimited supply of warm water to the gently oscillating front and rear spray; the self-cleaning spray nozzle is adjustable for pressure. For further comfort, the bidet includes a heated seat and warm air dryer, both adjustable for temperature, as well as a built-in activated carbon deodorizer and an in-bowl LED nightlight.
“Between the toilet paper shortages during the pandemic and increasing travel abroad, Americans have been discovering the health and convenience advantages of the humble bidet. The iWash S-12 bidet seat allows homeowners to embrace these benefits in a format that suits their lifestyles, space, and existing fixtures,” said Rachel Tufono, Inside Sales Manager. “Plus, it’s packed with premium features that truly elevate the cleansing experience.”
The iWash S-12 operates via a wall-mount remote control and offers memory settings for up to two users. It comes with seat mounting hardware, metal T-valve, and water transfer hose.
Located in Huntsville, Alabama, this warehouse will house high-volume STERLING Vikrell bathing and showering fixtures to meet growing U.S. demand Kohler Co., a global leader in kitchen and bath products, opened a state-of-the-art warehouse in Huntsville, Alabama, to support growing customer demand for its high-volume STERLING Vikrell bath and shower fixtures. This greenfield build comprises Read more
Located in Huntsville, Alabama, this warehouse will house high-volume STERLING Vikrell bathing and showering fixtures to meet growing U.S. demand
Kohler Co., a global leader in kitchen and bath products, opened a state-of-the-art warehouse in Huntsville, Alabama, to support growing customer demand for its high-volume STERLING Vikrell bath and shower fixtures.
This greenfield build comprises a total of 546,000 square feet and is located near Kohler’s existing manufacturing plant, which produces STERLING Vikrell products that are popular among the nation’s top single-family homebuilders, home improvement retailers, and a vast number of multi-family developers, plumbers, and remodelers.
Kohler Co. cut the ribbon at its state-of-the-art warehouse in Huntsville, Alabama, to support growing customer demand for the company’s high-volume STERLING Vikrell bath and shower fixtures. The distribution warehouse comprises 546,000 square feet and is located near Kohler’s existing manufacturing plant, which produces STERLING Vikrell products that are popular among the nation’s top single-family homebuilders, home improvement retailers, and a vast number of multi-family developers, plumbers, and remodelers.
“In the past, our business has been constrained by a lack of warehouse storage, which challenged us in providing the level of consistent quick delivery our customers expect,” said Norb Schmidt, Senior Vice President-Kitchen & Bath Operations. “The new warehouse and enhanced stocking strategy will greatly reduce lead times and improve delivery efficiency. We are pleased to expand our presence in Huntsville and Madison County and contribute to the local economy.”
On Tuesday, May 10, Kohler Co. leaders celebrated the warehouse completion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on-site, which included company CEO David Kohler, and Senior Vice President-HR, Stewardship & Sustainability Laura Kohler, along with Kohler associates, local officials and Burns & McDonnell, the design-build contractor for the project.
The ceremony was attended by Kohler leaders and associates, as well as local officials. Kohler Co. CEO David Kohler (center) is shown cutting the ribbon, and was joined by (left to right) Dale Strong, Chairman-Madison County Commission; Tommy Battle, Mayor-Huntsville; Ginger King, VP, HR-Kohler Kitchen & Bath; Norb Schmidt, SVP-Kohler Kitchen & Bath Operations; Laura Kohler, SVP-Kohler Co. HR, Stewardship & Sustainability; David Kohler; Tom Adler, CFO-Kohler Co.; Shawn Oldenhoff, President-Kohler Kitchen & Bath North America; Paul Finley, Mayor-Madison; and Mike Fenske, President & GM-Global Facilities, Burns & McDonnell.
The Huntsville warehouse opening comes on the heels of Kohler announcing in February, the construction of a second Vikrell production facility and distribution center in Casa Grande, Arizona, which is set to be operational by August 2023 to support the company’s growing customer base in the western U.S.