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- Pre-Insulated AquaPEX
- BUILDER Online (7/9/2009)
- Pre-insulated AquaPEX tubing is Crosslinked polyethylene with a little extra: The tubing comes with a layer of pre-attached 1/2-inch foam that saves energy and up to 37 percent on installation costs compared to the traditional installation and insulation process. It's available in 1/2- to 2-inch sizes and 20- and 100-foot lengths. Cost: from $4 to $13 per foot. Uponor Corp. 800-321-4739.
- Hansgrohe Raindance Rainfall Offers Unique, Horizontal Installation, Turning the Bathroom Shower into a Waterfall
- ebuild (6/22/2009)
- Inspired by the natural power and vitality of a rainforest waterfall, the new Raindance Rainfall from Hansgrohe is the world's first horizontal, multifunctional "rain panel." Created with Hansgrohe's longtime partner, Phoenix Design of Stuttgart and Tokyo, Rainfall features a trio of luxurious spray modes, including a torrent-spray setting, called "Rainflow" -- a totally new concept for showers.
- Caroma Introduces High Efficiency Toilet with Integrated Sink
- ebuild (6/19/2009)
- Caroma, the leader in dual flush toilets, urinals, and stylish bathroom sinks, announces the newest and extremely innovative high efficiency toilet (HET): the Profile Smart. The Profile Smart HET incorporates a sink into the lid of the toilet tank for increased water savings opportunities in the bathroom.
- Waza Collection's Miyabi Series
- ebuild (6/17/2009)
- In its new Miyabi Series, TOTO explores Japanese aesthetics by introducing historical Japanese high art forms that have been reinterpreted for the modern bath space.
- A Salute to Japanese Bathing
- ebuild (6/17/2009)
- MTI Whirlpools introduces their latest freestanding tub, the new Yume. A Japanese-inspired tub, the Yume has a generous depth for the ultimate in relaxation. The new Yume tub conveys a sense of serenity that will transform your bath into a haven to renew and refresh the body and mind.
- Toto Waza Collection's Aya and Noir Vessel Lavatory Series
- ebuild (6/10/2009)
- As TOTO's Miyabi Series is an example of fine art for the bath space, its Aya and Noir Vessle Lavatory Series are examples rustic objects that are raised to the level of art within the Wabi-Sabi tradition. Wabisabi represents a comprehensive Japanese worldview or aesthetic centered on the acceptance of the transience of life.
- Uponor Introduces AquaPEX Reclaimed Water Tubing for Greywater Systems
- ebuild (6/10/2009)
- Uponor, the system solutions provider for plumbing, fire safety and radiant floor heating and cooling, introduces AquaPEX Reclaimed Water tubing. This new tubing offers all the benefits of Uponor PEX-a crosslinked polyethylene - flexiblility, durability, corrosion-resistance, 20-year proven history in plumbing, 25-year limited warranty - with a layer of purple coloring to designate the tubing for greywater systems that supply non-potable, reclaimed water to laundry, toilets and irrigation systems.
- Islands in the Bath
- ebuild (6/10/2009)
- Today's dominant trend for the bath space is evident and much discussed -- homeowners want a peaceful respite from the hectic pace of modern life, and a spa-like bathroom provides it. Recently that has meant multiple-head showers, jetted baths, and maybe even a steam room. However, there is a new movement in bathing style that many homeowners are relishing-luxurious soaking tubs. For these individuals who want to forgo jetted tubs in favor of the soothing quiet and rejuvenation found in a good long soak, TOTO introduces the Nexus and Soiree Island Soakers.
- Curva Lavatory Series
- ebuild (6/5/2009)
- The gentle curvature that characterizes TOTO's Curva Series is suggestive of tensile force of water, a natural template for strength combined with subtle beauty. This design concept produces vitreous china products with a sense of organic splendor. The new lavatory series is available in both undercounter (round and rectangular), self-rimming (oval) and vessel (round) styles.
- Aquia Bath Collection
- ebuild (6/5/2009)
- The products in TOTO's Aquia Bath Collection products have been designed in accordance with the company's design philosophy to create products that restore quiet and simplicity to the art of living and craft spaces that contain a distinct meditative feeling. The TOTO bath space is a place to which homeowners may retire to enjoy peace, solitude, relaxation, and rejuvenation.
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