Moen Redefines Square with new 90-Degree kitchen and bathroom collectionFeatures Sleek Geometric Design for Today's Modern Homes

Spetember, 2009-- Moen answers the need for sleek, modern styling in the kitchen and bath with the new 90°™ collection. Featuring a minimalist design, the suite offers geometric, 90-degree-angled lines – all engineered with the most sophisticated Moen technology.

"The demand for modern designs continues to grow around the world," said Mike Reffner, group product manager, Moen. "90° provides a clean look that transcends seamlessly from the kitchen to the bath."

Moen's 90-Degree Kitchen Faucet

In addition to its unique styling, all of the single-handle faucets in the collection feature Moen's new 1255™ Duralast™ cartridge. This new, state-of-the-art ceramic-disc cartridge is just another example of how Moen continues to lead the faucet industry in innovation. The compact cartridge allows for exceptional design, while providing the consistently smooth handle feel and the highest levels of quality and durability for the life of the faucet.

In the Kitchen
Ideal for solid-surface countertops, the 90°collection features single-hole, single-mount faucets in both standard and pullout models. The square lines and high-arcing spouts give a modern kitchen an additional touch of sophistication. The ergonomically designed pullout wand features an easy-turn swivel joint on the end of the hose and three functions: spray, aerated stream and pause. Moen's patented pause button allows users to interrupt the water flow while moving the spout outside of the sink, making it ideal for watering plants and filling large pots. Additionally, the pullout hose jacket is made of fiber for quiet operation.90° kitchen faucets are available in Chrome and LifeShine® Classic Stainless finishes.

In the Bath
The 90° bath collection stands apart with its clean, geometric lines and a unique waterfall presentation to accentuate the look of any modern bath. Available in a Chrome finish, the faucets make a bold statement in both a single-handle, single-hole mount (with optional vessel extension to accommodate vessel sink applications); as well as a two-handle widespread style.

Moen's 90-Degree Bath Collection

The 90° suite utilizes Moen's innovative M•PACT® valve system on its eight-inch widespread faucet, showering options and the three- or four-hole Roman tub faucets. This revolutionary valve architecture makes it quick and easy to change the style of the bath without replacing any faucet plumbing.

The allure of the 90° bathroom faucets is not limited to style and installation benefits, however. Each lavatory faucet has been certified to meet WaterSense® criteria, meaning the fixtures meet the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) guidelines as an environmentally responsible and efficient product. Each new lavatory faucet is flow-optimized and allows water to flow at 1.5 gallons per minute (gpm), versus traditional aerators that flow at 2.2 gpm. This provides consumers the sensational water experience they are accustomed to, while reducing water usage by up to 32 percent. And for developers, these water-efficient products contribute towards maximizing LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) points.

Moving into the shower, the 90° collection can be installed using Moen's Posi-Temp® pressure-balancing valves or Moentrol® pressure-balancing volume-control valves. The rainshower showerhead utilizes Moen's Immersion™ technology, which channels water through a unique spoke design, concentrating and magnifying the water's natural force, dramatically enhancing the user's shower experience.

For a completely coordinated look in the bath, matching bath accessories are also available, including a tank lever, robe hook, pivoting paper holder, 18- and 24-inch towel bars and a towel ring.

For more information about the 90° kitchen and bathroom collection from Moen, visit moen.com or call 1-800-BUY-MOEN (1-800-289-6636).

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Moen offers a diverse selection of thoughtfully designed, on-trend kitchen faucets, bathroom faucets, showerheads, and stainless steel sinks for residential and commercial applications. As the #1 faucet brand in North America, customers have come to rely on Moen to deliver dependable products and service. Moen is part of Fortune Brands, Inc., a leading consumer brands company.