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The DPHA Drop is the official weekly electronic newsletter of the DPHA sent to our database of DPHA members.  It conveys timely industry and Association news, summaries of successful sales and business practices, and industry research reports. Each week The DPHA Drop delivers dynamic, highly readable and graphically appealing content that connects people with the information they need to become more productive, effective and professionally accomplished.  The DPHA Drop also features new products, news, personnel updates, member videos, new member spotlights, and other announcements from DPHA manufacturer members each week. 

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Five DPHA Members Honored in the 2025 Product Innovation Awards.
Five DPHA Members Honored in the 2025 Product Innovation Awards.

Five Decorative Plumbing & Hardware Association (DPHA) members have been recognized as winners of the 2025 Product Innovation Awards (PIAs), published by Architectural Products. The PIAs celebrate outstanding advancements in architectural products, systems, and materials, with each entry... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2025


Bello Joins Luxury Products Group as an Exclusive Vendor Partner.
Bello Joins Luxury Products Group as an Exclusive Vendor Partner.

Just one year after entering the North American market, Bello is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with Luxury Products Group (LPG), joining the group’s prestigious portfolio of luxury brands. Through this partnership, Bello will collaborate closely with LPG members and staff to... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2025


PAS Decorative Sales Announces Two New Brand Partnerships.
PAS Decorative Sales Announces Two New Brand Partnerships.

PAS Decorative Sales, a second-generation manufacturers’ representative agency based in New Jersey, has expanded its portfolio with two new DPHA member brands: Foster and LifeValet. The agency currently covers New Jersey and the New York Metro area, with recent expansion into Eastern... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2025


Hydro Systems Offers Up to $3,400 in Winter Wellness Tub Upgrades.
Hydro Systems Offers Up to $3,400 in Winter Wellness Tub Upgrades.

Winter is the perfect time to prioritize self-care, and what better way to do that than elevating the wellness experience at home? Hydro Systems’ answer to this question arrives in the form of a special winter wellness promotion running from December 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026. During... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2025


Introducing the Aura LED Mirror Collection from Villeroy & Boch.
Introducing the Aura LED Mirror Collection from Villeroy & Boch.

The new Aura LED Mirror Collection from Villeroy & Boch is now available, bringing modern functionality and elevated design to any bathroom environment. Featuring a clean, frameless silhouette and soft-touch LED illumination, Aura delivers both beauty and performance. Built-in defogging... Continue Reading

Date posted11/28/2025


Stone Forest Hires Stone-Drew/Ashe & Jones Team as Representatives in the Northwest Market.
Stone Forest Hires Stone-Drew/Ashe & Jones Team as Representatives in the Northwest Market.

Stone Forest, designers and creators of home and garden products sculpted from the world’s most beautiful natural materials announces the addition of the Stone-Drew/Ashe & Jones agency to its roster of Manufacturers Representatives in North America. Headed by experienced industry... Continue Reading

Date posted11/28/2025


Amba Products' Cape Collection Wins Good Housekeeping's 2026 Home Reno Award.
Amba Products' Cape Collection Wins Good Housekeeping's 2026 Home Reno Award.

Amba Products announced today that its Cape Collection model was named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Home Reno Awards. The Cape Collection features an internal cable-heated system that ensures quick and even heating. Crafted from premium 304-grade stainless steel, the collection... Continue Reading

Date posted11/28/2025


California Faucets Brings a Transitional Touch to the San Elijo® Series Faucet.
California Faucets Brings a Transitional Touch to the San Elijo® Series Faucet.

California Faucets adds a fresh, transitional twist to its customizable San Elijo® Series with the debut of a new high-arc spout. Featuring a smooth, gently rounded profile, the design softens the overall look of the bath while maintaining the collection’s clean, contemporary lines. When... Continue Reading

Date posted11/28/2025


Artisan Quality Meets English Charm: Sterlingham Company Ltd. Introduces the Stamford Washstand.
Artisan Quality Meets English Charm: Sterlingham Company Ltd. Introduces the Stamford Washstand.

The Sterlingham Company Ltd. is proud to debut a new sleek washstand named Stamford. Handcrafted in England from solid brass, these artisan-quality washstands feature a linear and horizontal knurling detail in the tubing. Infused with character and a vibrant aesthetic to cherish for years to come,... Continue Reading

Date posted11/21/2025


Buster + Punch x GROHE SPA: Launch a Seamless Bathroom Collection for Architects and Designers.
Buster + Punch x GROHE SPA: Launch a Seamless Bathroom Collection for Architects and Designers.

Buster + Punch and GROHE SPA have partnered to make it easier for architects and designers to create cohesive, high-end bathroom spaces. The collaboration is a union of two iconic global brands that introduce a fully integrated collection for the bathroom space in which fixtures, hardware and... Continue Reading

Date posted11/21/2025


Meet Kréte by Barclay - Concrete, Reimagined-Designed for Distinction.
Meet Kréte by Barclay - Concrete, Reimagined-Designed for Distinction.

Barclay's new Kréte line marks a bold chapter for the company — a refined exploration into the artistry of concrete. Each basin embodies sculptural elegance with a distinct presence, complemented by a color-matched drain and an overflow-free design that preserves its pure,... Continue Reading

Date posted11/21/2025


Flusso Unveils the Perfect Faucet Collection for Busy Kitchens: Meet Velox.
Flusso Unveils the Perfect Faucet Collection for Busy Kitchens: Meet Velox.

Transform your kitchen into a hub of efficiency and style with the innovative Velox collection of kitchen faucets. These functional faucets are the perfect companion to the popular oversized workstation sinks. Velox faucets deliver exceptional performance, empowering even the most demanding... Continue Reading

Date posted11/21/2025