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Monthly archives for January, 2015

Dual Flush Toilets

January 30, 2015 Written by FaucetDepot

Dual Flush ToiletIt seems like Americans are just starting to realize the real importance of water conservation. The Environmental Protection Agency or EPA has been studying water conservation for some time now and they’ve found that the situation is much more serious than we think. They estimate that by as early as next year we could have severe water shortages in over 30 states. This is due to the fact that we have no limitations on water usage in some parts of the country, unseasonably dry weather and the current water treatment plants are inefficient and out of date. Dual Flush Toilets can play a big part in immediately reducing how much water we waste and if everyone would do their part we could drastically change this gloomy outlook for the better.

Caroma is credited for creating the first two-button flushing system in 1980. This revolutionary design let the user choose either aCaroma-Caravelle-Dual-Flush-Toilet half flush for liquid waste or a full flush for solid waste with the simple push of a button. By 1993 a lot of countries were adopting this technology due to the rising cost of water, increased environmental awareness and government regulation. The United States is not far behind, with water shortages on the horizon it may only be a matter of time until Dual Flush Toilets are a permanent fixture in every bathroom.

Besides saving water, Dual Flush Toilets have another distinct advantage. Standard toilets use a lot of water to create a siphoning effect when disposing waste. Water quickly fills up the bowl and siphoning tube which causes a suction effect that pulls the water down the drain. Dual Flush Toilets on the other hand have a larger trap way and a wash down flushing design that actually pushes waste down the drain instead of siphoning. Since there is no siphoning required for a Dual Flush Toilet, the whole system requires less water per flush and the larger trap way lets the waste exit the bowl without clogging up the toilet.

Check out this video to see the difference from a standard toilet and a Caroma Dual Flush Toilet.

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Even though Dual Flush Toilets are not mandatory in every American home, the government has taken their first positive steps in mandating water consumption. Since 1994 all toilets sold in the U.S. were required to use no more than 1.6 gallons per flush. This has caused other leading toilet manufacturers like Kohler, Toto and American Standard to come up with their own versions of High-Efficiency Toilets. These HET’s use technologies like gravity flush, dual flush and pressure assist all while meeting or exceeding the 1.6 gallon per flush maximum. This technology has proven solid but some users prefer a Dual Flush Toilet over a high efficiency toilet because it gives them greater control over the amount of water used per flush.

Toto-Aquia-Dual-Flush-ToiletEven with the changes in law almost two decades ago, there are still millions of toilets in use that use up to 4 gallons per flush! To get these toilets out of commission the government has offered rebates and tax incentives to home owners with some success but there is still a lot of work to be done. With the amount of pre-1994 toilets still out there and the average person flushing a toilet five to eight times a day, we are wasting an astonishing 2 billion gallons of water a day in the United States alone. Water conservation is fast becoming a huge issue and with our growing population, insufficient water treatment plants and ever increasing droughts, we will all have to do our part for the sustainability of the planet, So please consider replacing your old toilet today!

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Choosing a Bathroom Toilet

January 29, 2015 Leave a Comment Written by FaucetDepot

In yesteryear choosing a toilet was a no-brainer because there were a limited number of toilets to choose and they pretty much all functioned the same way. Welcome to the future my friends where there are tons of different models and styles to choose from. They come in various heights and sizes and colors – oh my! Along with variety come different performance levels and water usage. This toilet selection guide will help you separate the choices you have when it comes to installing a new toilet in your home.

All toilets come in two flavors: the one piece toilet and two piece toilet. The one piece toilet come in one complete unit without any seams between the tank and bowl for easy cleaning. With a one piece toilet, you usually get the all the fixins’ in one package, like the toilet body, lid, seat, wax ring, bolts, and bolt caps. One good thing about the one piece toilet is that you cut the possibility of leaks between the tank and the bowl. Two piece toilets feature a separate bowl and tank that which can be purchased together or individually, plus the seat is typically sold separate. The most common toilet in U.S. home is the two piece.

The toilet bowls themselves come in two shapes, either round front which is the most common or elongated. Round front bowls are good space savers for smaller bathrooms. Elongated bowls have an egg shape and are looked at as more comfortable than round bowls, this is due to them being around 2″ longer, which provide a longer seating area.

Some things to look for when picking out your perfect commode are whether or not it is has a sanitary bar. This bar keeps liquids from collecting beneath the bank at the back of the bowl, which makes it more sanitary. Keep an eye out for a bowl that has a larger trapway, which is the ceramic shoot on the back of the toilet bowl that your waste flows down. This is a common trouble spot for blockages and clogs and smaller trapways clog more often. Companies like American Standard have a toilet called the Champion 4 which has the industries largest trapway at 2-3/8″ and can flush down a bucket of golf balls no problem. For those with limited mobility or for the elderly, there are toilets out there that conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA. These bowls are taller and allow for easier accessibility and If you need one of these latrines then look for the ADA logo in the product description.

Nearly all toilets have the same or nearly the same tank capacity, and I’m sure most of us guys have that number memorized from starting at the bowls our entire lives. Big Brother has it’s hands in this one as well by governing toilets can’t use more than 1.6 gallons of water per flush.

When choosing a new toilet consider what kind of flushing system you want. What?! There’s more than one type of flushing system? Yes, there are single flush toilets, dual flush toilets and pressure assisted, you know the ones on the airplane that are deafening. Single flush toilets are what’s most common in the states and what we mostly have in our homes. Dual flush toilets are big in Europe and other countries for their water saving properties. They have two buttons, one for “Number 1” and another for “Number 2”. The “Number 1” button uses less water than the “Number 2” button, which makes sense and helps conserve water. It’s a really good idea and if you have a little more money in your budget for a nice commode check out Caroma Two-Piece Toilets.

Toilet seats have also come a long way in the technology department. If you want to treat your derriere to a nice seat, there’s a few good options to choose from. The company Brondell has the Breeza and the Swash. The Breeza Toilet Seat is a self deodorizing, gentle closing ergonomical seat for maximum comfort and goes for around $150. The Swash Toilet Seats double as a bidet for a squeaky clean behind. The top of the line Brondell Swash S800 has a heated seat, heated water wash, heated air dryer and a wireless remote control. The wireless remote option alone is worth it for me in the practical joke department! The price on this bad boy is about $865 but the Swash S250 starts out around $270 and will get your behind sparkling clean. Brondell is not the only manufacturer on this band-wagon, there’s the Toto Washlet, Church Purite and Kohler C3 toilet seats.

As you can see, there are plenty of options in the porcelain god department and plenty of ways to spend your money. And if you’re looking for just a regular plain ol’ toilet and don’t care about any frills, you can find one for around $125 bucks. But remember you get what you pay for and the last thing you want is your toilet acting up at your daughter’s birthday party. It’s well-known that faucets and showers are fun to shop for and toilets always get a bad wrap. There’s no reason not to have fun shopping for a toilet and more important, enjoy your toilet purchase. After all, it’s one (If not “The”) most important element in your home.

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Moen WaterSense Products = Save The Planet.

January 27, 2015 Leave a Comment Written by FaucetDepot

Green Products to Help Save The PlanetMoen is the brand to select if you are looking for plumbing fixtures that are eco-friendly. Moen understands that the earth’s resources are limited and that consumers would like to save money and conserve at the same time, this is why Moen incorporates eco-performance measures into their units and has established a partnership with WaterSense. Watersense is a program that is paid for by the Environmental Protection Agency, it seeks to promote water efficiency in the commercial and consumer industries by placing their label on products to allow consumers to quickly make informed purchasing decisions.

The Environmental Protection Agency knows that reducing water consumption can lead to additional savings outside of Moen One Handle Low Arc Bathroom Faucetjust your water bill and their WaterSense program highlights these savings. Selecting WaterSense certified products to remodel a bathroom can save a consumer up to sixty dollars a year on utility bills, up to two hundred kilowatt hours of electricity, and up to seven thousand gallons of water. A win-win situation is created for the consumer when they can save money and reduce consumption all while still receiving the high quality water delivery systems they desire. Moen seeks to be the company to help the consumer make this possible in their home with their WaterSense certified offerings.

Moen Kingsley Two Handle Low Arc Wall Mount Bathroom FaucetMoen made a decision to convert all of their bathroom faucets over to eco-friendly designs and as of 2009 they have achieved this. As a consumer this means you can purchase a Moen faucet knowing that your faucet will use less water, will conserve resources, cut your water bill and still provide cutting edge performance. It’s the perfect way to help the planet and beautify your surroundings at the same time. If you are building a green home or building this is also a great way to increase LEED points and meet NAHB standards for eco-friendly constructions.

Moen has been able to follow the WaterSense guidelines so stringently that in 2010 they Moen Vestige Two Handle High Arc Bathroom Faucetreceived the Manufacturer Partner of the Year award. The award is a direct recognition from the Environmental Protection Agency for Moens efforts to produce highly efficient products. Moen is only scratching the surface with their most recent release of WaterSense certified faucets as they intend to use all the tools made available by the WaterSense program to continue their sustainability efforts. Moen currently has their line of faucets listed on the WaterSense website to allow consumers the chance to perform additional research and elevate their awareness of Moen’s offerings.

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Choosing the Right Cabinet Hardware

January 26, 2015 Written by FaucetDepot

Shop for top brand hardware at Faucet DepotWhether you are applying new hardware to the cabinets in your kitchen, laundry, bath, linen or wherever else you deem appropriate, the decision to use quality cabinet hardware and not just aesthetically pleasing hardware will pay off down the road. Be sure to consider the following elements before you make this very important decision.

Choose a cabinet hardware that you can see yourself applying throughout the house, even if you don’t plan on adding hardware to these other rooms right now. A lot of designers use this simple method, which brings a sense of continuity throughout the house. By adding these simple consistent details in the kitchen, bath, laundry etc, it will add a feeling of completeness to the overall look of your home.

Think about matching the finishes of your existing or new appliances when choosing the best cabinet hardware. Having such a large expanse of stainless steel appliances would drive the decision to add cabinet hardware that either matches or compliments stainless steel.  You can also buy new hardware that is two tones, oil rubbed bronze and brushed nickel for instance. The brushed nickel will nicely compliment your stainless steel appliances while the oil rubbed bronze will leave the room open for additional design options.

Ease of use is another big consideration. What’s the point of having really nice looking hardware if it’s totally useless or cumbersome? This should especially be thought of when considering older generations. Some people can have a hard time with cabinet knobs; in this case cabinet pulls would be the better option. Remember, all of your hardware should perform as well as it looks.

You should plan on your hardware becoming pretty mucked-up, especially if you are replacing your old kitchen or bath hardware. So, another thing to think about is how easy is to clean? Sure it looks great but if you buy new cabinet knobs that have lots nooks and crannies, then your new knobs could quickly look like last night’s dinner, especially if you have children in the house.

Quality is just as, if not more important than looks. Some of the higher end designer hardware can cost upwards of $10-20 a piece! One of the industry secrets is to not buy your hardware directly from a cabinet company. Some of these specialty cabinet companies mark up their inventory more than 300%. Instead search the web for other companies that carry quality cabinet hardware at a fraction of the cost. Quality can also be associated with name; Baldwin Hardware, Atlas Homewares and Kohler are a few known as making outstanding cabinet hardware. Baldwin also makes some of the finest door hardware on the market.

Once you have selected your style, brand and trusted online retailer and have the new hardware in hand, another way to gauge quality is by weight. When you hold it in your hand it should feel solid and heavy. This is a good indication that the hardware you purchased is forged of one piece solid brass or another durable metal and will last the test of time.

Lastly, when you are satisfied with your purchase it’s time for the installation. Installing cabinet knobs and pulls is just about the easiest DIY job out there. If the holes are already drilled and to the right size, all you will need is a Phillips or Flathead screw driver to remove the old knobs and replace them with the new. If you need to drill new holes, be sure to measure twice and drill once. Use a drill bit that is slightly bigger in diameter than the bolt coming out of the new knob or pull to ensure a proper fit. Also for brand new hardware without holes, line up all your holes in a straight line using a laser leveller. This will ensure pinpoint accuracy and make you look like a real pro!

A little forethought goes a long way and these simple ideas will ensure that your design choice works will with the rest of your home and will give you many years of delight and functionality.

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Moen Spot Resist Finish Keeps Fingerprints Off Your Faucets

January 23, 2015 Leave a Comment Written by FaucetDepot

Moen Lindley One Handle High Arc Kitchen Faucet With Spot ResistMoen’s Spot Resist finish is a revolution in faucet finishes that allows consumers to maintain their most used rooms in the home without smudges and smears. It can be frustrating for a consumer to have to spend the time, energy and monetary resources into beautifying their home with top of the line kitchen faucets and bathroom faucets only to find fingerprints all over them. How many times have you visited the home of a family with children and noticed tiny prints all over the kitchen and bathroom faucets and sinks? Even more frustrating is the constant wiping and cleaning that needs to be done and is simply undone with the next use of the kitchen sink.

Moen knows what consumers want as they have spent countless hours watching the most common uses of sinks and faucetsMoen Banbury Showerhead and Handshower Combo With Spot Resist in kitchens and bathrooms and one of their latest technologies is the Spot Resist finish. Available in stainless as well as brushed nickel this treatment will allow you to keep fingerprints and smudges off your faucet without any effort. Next time you clean your kitchen or bathroom you won’t even need to think about wiping down the faucets because they will already be spotless. No more water spots and no more fingerprints when you select a Moen faucet with Spot Resist.

Moen Banbury Two Handle Widespread Lavatory Faucet With Spot ResistSpot Resist is also available on select showerheads. One less thing to scrub next time you have to wash the bathtub, you will be able to look up and smile at the shiny brilliance your showerhead will retain. There is no other company on the market that is as in tune with their consumers as Moen, which is why the innovation just keeps rolling. Spot Resist finish fixtures provide one more way for consumers to be able to enjoy their home without having to perform any additional maintenance. When it is finally time to clean Moen fixtures with Spot Resist finishes all you have to do is give the unit a quick wipe down. Moen has truly set the standard for faucets offering beautiful pieces that are efficient, durable, and easy to clean.

Spot Resist finish is available on a variety of Moen collections. Moen makes it easy to match your home’s current décorMoen Finley Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet With Spot Resist with a line of kitchen and lavatory faucets that range from ultra traditional to super modern and everything in between. Each piece guarantees superior water delivery technology in a package that is easy to install and can last as long as you own your home. Select a Spot Resist faucet today and add some brilliance to your kitchen and bath.

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Commercial Kitchen Faucets for Your Home

January 22, 2015 Written by FaucetDepot

Commercial Kitchen Faucets are mainly used in restaurants, hotels, hospitals etc. But if you are looking for a high quality faucet that can withstand many years of heavy use, there is no reason not to install one in your home kitchen. Some more serious home chefs actually prefer a commercial or Semi-Professional Kitchen Faucet because standard faucets just don’t hold up to the demands like commercial models do.  Commercial faucets are more expensive but you get what you pay for. Some of the most reputable brands that come to mind are Chicago Faucets, T&S Brass, KWC, Moen, Delta and Pfister just to name a few.

There are really only two types of Commercial Kitchen Faucets, deck mount and wall mount. Depending on how you have your kitchen set up and where the water lines run will determine which type is best for you. You could always re-route your water lines as well if you are renovating your kitchen. But in general, if your water lines are under your counter, then a deck mount faucet is the right choice for you and if the lines are running up and through the wall then wall mount is what you should go with.

There are a few different styles to choose from depending on the tasks you want to perform. Commercial Faucets with a longer spout length are ideal for a compartment sink, while faucets with a shorter spout length are perfect for hand sinks and sanitizing stations. If you have a lot of large pots and pans then you may consider a faucet with a high neck or “gooseneck” spout to easily tower over those items. Pull out spray heads are another great choice to reach those difficult places. Also, Pull Out Faucets usually have a better aesthetic appeal than the traditional wall or deck mount faucet. If you can’t decide, you can get the best of both worlds in the Blanco Master Gourmet Commercial Kitchen Faucet. This versatile faucet has a swivelling high gooseneck spout and pre-rinse metal hand spray all in one.

A few important things to consider before you purchase a new Commercial Kitchen Faucet:

Quality & Durability – These are the benchmarks to look for and if you plan on using and abusing this faucet where a lot of food preparation and cleaning is to be done, the last thing you need is for it to break down on you when you need it most. Research is the key here, search the web to find a trusted online faucet retailer and read the reviews before you purchase.

Water Flow – You want to be sure to buy a Commercial Kitchen Faucets that has good water flow but also water saving properties. Cooking in a commercial sense will have you using a lot more energy and water than a conventional kitchen would. Look for a quality faucet with an aerator to minimize your water waste like the Delta Commercial Teck Two Handle Faucet.

Appearance – Notice this was not #1 on the list? That’s because you will have to sacrifice a little bit and sometimes a lot of design WOW when you go the commercial route. This is probably the main thing driving consumers away from installing commercial faucets in their home kitchen.  That being said, companies like KWC do make some pretty slick looking commercial faucets, so you can find that diamond in the rough if you look hard enough.

Price – Yes, you are going to pay more for a Commercial Kitchen Faucet BUT the materials used to make them are more superior, heavy duty and longer lasting than your traditional faucet, so it’s a trade off.

As you can see by going the commercial route there are pros and cons. You have to decide for yourself what is right for you and your kitchen demands. Take your time, do your homework and you will get the commercial kitchen of your dreams that will make you smile for a long, long time.

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Simple Tips to Conserve Water

January 21, 2015 Written by FaucetDepot

Water ConservationConserving water is vastly becoming if not already a serious priority for most countries around the world.  It has been documented that in the next few years, more than half of all U.S. states will experience water shortages. Even though our big blue planet is covered by two-thirds water, it is not drinkable without going through a desalination process.  Although this process isn’t new or even very advanced, at this time there are not enough large scale desalination plants to provide our daily water requirements.  In fact, in 2002 there were about 12,000 desalination plants around the world in 120 countries. These plants in total can only supply less than 1% of the total world water consumption.  So as you can see this alternative is a long ways off!

The routine use of our showers, toilets, faucets, water heaters and dishwashers can add up to a lot of wasted water.  Even the smallest efforts around your home can add up to a ton of savings.  Here is a list of some simple things you and your family can do to conserve water.

Saving Water in the Kitchen

  • Do not run your dishwasher unless it’s completely full.
  • Most garbage disposals use from 2-7 gallons of water per minute, so limit the amount of times you run these angry choppers.
  • When it comes time to rinse off the dishes or produce, fill your kitchen sink with water rather than letting it run continuously.

Saving Water in the Bathroom

  • Put a timer in your bathroom and limit your showers to a maximum of 5 minutes.
  • Tubs use a lot more water so use this method of bathing sparingly. If you are a bit of a tub aficionado then try and only fill itToto Aquia III Dual Flush Elongated Toilet up half way.
  • Older toilets tend to be water hogs.  You can retire the porcelain antique and replace it with a high efficiency or double flush toilet.
  • Just like the veggies in the kitchen, try not to continuously run the water while you’re brushing your teeth or shaving.
  • Low flow showerheads are another great idea for reducing the amount of water wasted in the shower.
  • Don’t flush items like tissues down the toilet; throw them in the trash instead.  To further this point, some couples don’t always flush when they go “number 1” if you get my point. The wifey and I practice this method in our home, for better or worse right?
  • Test for toilet leaks by adding a few drops of food coloring in your toilet tank.  Check back in a few and if the color is now in your bowl, you have a leak that needs to be fixed.
  • Installing an aerator on your faucet reduces the water flow and can be installed quickly.

Save Water in the Laundry Room

  • Top load washing machines can use up to 25 gallons for each wash!  Front load machines are much better in this department.
  • Be sure to adjust the water level accordingly when you do run the washing machine.  This little step can save gallons per load.

Save Water outside the Home

  • Try and choose plants that have a low water requirement and don’t need daily drinks.
  • The best parts of the day to water your garden or lawn are the early morning or late afternoon.  You will use less water and get better results.  Also, don’t bother to water on super windy days, the water won’t get where it’s supposed to and it’s a total waste.
  • I know a lot of you guys out there are big on “Hosin Things Down!”  It took me a while to break this habit too.  I know it looks nice when everything is all sparkly and shiny but it’s a huge waste of water.  Put your back into it and use a broom instead.

Adopting some or all of these little tips into your daily routine will really save you money and more importantly our planet in the long run.  We’ve all got stuck in the habit of being giant water hogs and in my opinion haven’t really thought about water as an issue.  I’m here to tell you that it’s a major concern and epidemic in some countries.  We like to think that us ‘Mericans’ (as Bush Jr. would say) live in a bubble and that it’s someone else’s problem.  I hope as a whole we can reverse this mindset before it REALLY hits home.  And if you still think “not my problem” you might wake up one day and nothing comes out of your faucet, hey but at least your drive way looks great!  Thanks for reading and get involved!

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Moen Duralast – It’s What’s Inside That Counts

January 19, 2015 Leave a Comment Written by FaucetDepot

Moen Camerist Kitchen FaucetMoen is a company that thrives on durability and innovation, it’s a culture that has been embedded in the firm since 1937 when Moen invented the single handle faucet and it’s a culture that is pervasive today. It is this culture that has allowed Moen to continue to bring freshly designed faucets and fixtures with innovative features that consumers want before the competition is even out of the gate. One of Moen’s latest innovations is the Duralast cartridge, a cartridge that provides a leap forward in faucet technology. Small enough to fit into the tightest quarters yet flexible enough to provide a smooth full range of motion, the Duralast cartridge allows Moen to usher in the next generation of high quality faucets.

The Duralast cartridge starts out providing a smooth full range of motion and retains this same smooth operation through the entire life of the unit. The faucet will feel like it was just installed that day every single time you turn it on or off. Often times single handle faucets begin to lose resistance after a year or two of use and consumers find themselves having to hold it up just to continue to receive water making it terribly inefficient to wash dishes with one hand. Even worse is attempting to go to the hardware store and find the piece you need to repair the faucet only to discover that they no longer sell it and you need an entire new system. Moen understands consumers and knows that they depend on their faucets to work every time and the Duralast cartridge is the result of years of research and development. When you select a faucet with Moen’s Duralast cartridge you will never find yourself holding the faucet up to get your dishes clean, it simply works every time.

If you are interested in getting a solid faucet that will last a long time, I’ve included a hyper-linked list of popular kitchen and bathroom faucets by Moen that come equipped with the Duralast 1255 cartridge.

For the Kitchen:
Camerist, Extensa, 90 Degree, Chateau, Integra .

Moen has quality tested these faucets over and over to ensure that it can perform as long as you own your home. The cartridge is so durable that you will be able to hand your home down to your children and the faucet will still perform the same way it did when you installed it. The faucet will even retain its position ensuring the same temperature setting that it had when you shut it off, this feature is perfect when you need to stop adding water to the sink to take a phone call and then need to return a moment or two later to continue cleaning. Moen has found the perfect symmetry between quality, price and performance with the Duralast cartridge.

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Building a Whitehaus Kitchen

January 18, 2015 Written by FaucetDepot

Whitehaus is a company the far exceeds the industry standard by utilizing unique designs and top quality materials to completely convert the look of your kitchen. They create head turning faucets and fixtures that are the main focal point in some of the most detailed homes around the world.  If you are thinking about giving your kitchen an overhaul and you are looking for quality, then this article is for you. Let’s break down some of the main elements to turn your kitchen into a stunning Whitehaus Collection.

Vintage III Faucets – Made from hand crafted solid brass, the Vintage III collection from Whitehaus has a little something for everyone. You can find faucets in this collection ranging from bar faucets to bridge faucets, single handle, two handle and pot filler faucets.  All of these high end faucets perfectly match one another and are constructed to be some of most sturdy and dependable faucets you’ll ever use. They are offered in 7 very distinct and beautifully rich finishes that will impress even the pickiest consumer.

Farmhaus Fireclay Sinks – The perfect accent to a Vintage III faucet or maybe it’s the other way around?  These sinks are show-stoppers! At the top of the list of crowning achievements for Whitehaus is their signature Fireclay Kitchen Sinks. These sinks are no longer confined to the farmhouse; they have become a distinctive design statement and have been showcased by top designers worldwide. Each sink is individually handmade from all natural clay which ends up being about 30% heavier than regular clay. The sink is then glazed using a specially formulated process that protects the sink from stains, scratches and bacteria. Simply stated, if you want to make a big impression in your kitchen, get a Farmhaus Fireclay Sink.

Forever Hot Instant Hot Water Dispensers – As we all know, hot water dispensers are super handy in the kitchen but frankly some of them lack style and quality. Whitehaus has got you covered on both ends, their line of Forever Hot Dispensers perfectly mimic your larger faucets but on a cuter smaller scale and with the same great quality. Simply mount them right next to your kitchen faucet and install a hot water tank under your sink cabinet and you are ready to go! They will provide you up to 60 cups of steaming hot water per hour. You can also easily adjust the temperature of the hot water tank from 140-190 degrees. Forever Hot Instant water dispensers are great for instant coffee, tea, oatmeal, cleaning….the list is endless. You can also hook these little guys up to a filtered water cartridge and use them as a entertainment, bar or prep faucet.

Whitehaus Kitchen Accessories – Now that you have a few of the larger items picked out let’s turn to the little but still important details that will complete your Whitehaus Kitchen. Soap Dispensers will ensure your countertop stays clean and uncluttered, plus they are very easy to use. Sink Grids will help protect the bottom of your Farmhaus or Copperhaus sink from any scratches due to heavy pots and pans. Basket Strainers and Disposal Stopper will finish off your kitchen sink nicely and protect your plumbing from any unwanted waste trying to go down the wrong pipe.

Combining all of these elements will truly turn your kitchen into a designer showpiece. You will not only have your family and friends complimenting on what a nice kitchen you have but you will gain peace of mind when you by quality Whitehaus faucets and fixtures your kitchen.

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Delta Smart Solutions

January 10, 2015 Written by FaucetDepot

The Delta Faucet Company came to life in 1954 with the introduction of the single handle faucet. Since then they have added a great expanse of innovative products that incorporate style and award winning functionality. They have also broadened their horizons by developing two other popular brands Brizo and Peerless. The Smart Innovations that delta incorporates into their faucets and showers truly set them apart.  Delta stays ahead of the game by using technology that anticipates people’s needs and makes their kitchen and bath experiences easy and more enjoyable. Let’s take a closer look at some of Delta’s Smart Solutions that keeps consumers coming back time and time again.

ActivTouch – Starting in the shower Delta offers a full line of hand showers with ActivTouch technology. These nifty hand showers have three buttons on the back that lets you easily rotate through eight, yes eight spray options with the push of a button. It also has a “control” button which turns the full spray into a mere trickle to conserve water when you are lathering up. Plus on top of all this great functionality they are WaterSense certified so you’ll be saving water while getting a nice massage.

Multi-Flow – If you’ve ever been standing there waiting for your water efficient kitchen faucet to fill up a large pot, well….it can take some time.  Now don’t get me wrong, water saving is great but sometimes you just want to fill that pot and not wait 10 minutes. So if you want to buy a water saving kitchen faucet but want one that has a little more kick then check out the Addison and Linden lines. These beautiful looking faucets have this cool little button on them that activates the Multi-Flow feature to put your faucet in overdrive. This is just another convenient addition that Delta adds to their faucets to let you know they are thinking about you.

Diamond Seal Technology – The cartridge is the heart of your faucet and without a good one, all you have is a nice looking faucet. Delta’s Diamond Seal cartridges use a valve with a diamond coating that makes their faucets last up to 5 million uses and keeps the water inside the faucet contained so it doesn’t mix with any harmful contaminants. By using diamonds which are the hardest substances known on earth, their cartridges last up to 10 times longer than the industry standard. They also incorporated a handle stop limit which limits the range of hot to cold so you or your children don’t scald themselves.

Magnatite Docking – This is one of the most ingenious and simple things you wish every manufacturer would incorporate into their pull-out kitchen faucets. Magnatite Docking uses a simple magnet to hold the spray head firmly in place when it’s not in use. What a great idea! Have you ever owned or seen a great looking and expensive pull-down faucet that had it’s spray head hanging down ½” lower than it’s supposed to be? This really ruins the look of the faucet and probably makes you wish you hadn’t bought that model. Adding this powerful magnet will ensure you will never have a “droopy” kitchen faucet again.

EZ Anchor – For all you Do It Yourselfers out there, here’s an innovation that will make you look like a pro. Plumbing just like electrical work can be very intimidating with the copper pipes, the soldering, the hot and cold, what goes where?  Well Delta’s EZ Anchor makes installing a kitchen faucet a breeze. Just screw the hoses on the water lines under the sink and the rest of the installation is done above deck. Usually you have to awkwardly crawl under the sink on your back and try to screw the faucet to the deck in the uncomfortable dark, but not anymore. Thanks Delta!

That’s just a few of the little things Delta incorporates into their faucets lines to make your life a bit easier.  And that’s just the beginning, they have a ton more like the Palm Shower, In2ition, Touch2O, H2Okinetic, Touch Clean, and the list goes on and on. But we’ll save that good stuff for part 2 of Delta Smart Innovations. If you can’t wait to find out about the other Smart Innovations Delta offers you can see them for yourself here http://www.deltafaucet.com/smart-solutions/index.html

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