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.
The below articles are full versions of the articles found in The DPHA Drop, our weekly e-newsletter exclusively for DPHA members. These articles contain member news, industry thoughts, sales tips, new member spotlights, and other great content. DPHA members can view past issues of The DPHA Drop here.
LAUFEN has announced the appointment of Charles A. Davis & Associates (CADA) as its sales representative for the Rocky Mountain region, marking the renewal of a longstanding relationship between the two companies. Now in its 68th year, Charles A. Davis & Associates has established a... Continue Reading
Inspired by the natural contours of islands and flowing coastlines, Isola™ by Electric Mirror features a freeform silhouette that brings a sculptural presence to the bath. Perimeter LED illumination complements its organic shape, combining functional task lighting with a striking... Continue Reading
In Memoriam: Kevin Patrick Kirby January 17, 1984 – October 30, 2026 The decorative plumbing and hardware community mourns the loss of Kevin Patrick Kirby, a respected colleague, loyal friend, and devoted family man. Kevin passed away on October 30, 2026, at the age of 42, following a... Continue Reading
Barclay Collections, the luxury brand of Barclay Products, has announced the arrival of Whitebirk, a new line of fireclay sinks now in stock. Born from British fireclay, Whitebirk honors the tradition of handcrafted fireclay. Each sink is shaped by hand and finished with care, so it shows the... Continue Reading
Left to Right: Debbie, Ryan, Kimberly There are few honors in our industry quite like this one. At the 2026 Annual Conference in Salt Lake City, held October 22–25, DPHA proudly welcomed three remarkable leaders into its Council of Fellows. Surrounded by colleagues, friends, and the... Continue Reading
Gemini Plus 2-sided shower door shown herewith Brushed Bronze framing Fleurco introduces its newest finish: Brushed Bronze. Brushed Bronze brings a warm, refined look to three of the brand’s most popular shower door collections, offering a sophisticated alternative to traditional metal... Continue Reading
The Professio-S dual spray semi-professional-grade kitchen Faucet from Flusso Kitchen & Bath is the ultimate choice for home chefs who don’t want to sacrifice a focal-point style statement for functionality. The new faucet features a spring-loaded, flexible, high-arc silhouette for... Continue Reading
New DPHA member VISO continues to expand its presence in the North American market following a successful showing at Cersaie 2026 in Bologna, Italy, and a productive visit to the 2026 DPHA Conference & Product Showcase in Salt Lake City. From September 21–25, VISO welcomed an... Continue Reading
Amba Products introduces two new finishes: Polished Nickel, available on the Modello i and Antus collections, and PVD Brushed Black, available on the Modello i and Sirio collections. Launched together, the finishes expand designers’ options for coordinating heated towel racks with the... Continue Reading
DPHA University is taking a new approach to industry education, and we're excited to introduce Drains Sales Essentials, the first course in a new series of short, interactive training modules designed to make product knowledge more accessible, engaging, and immediately useful. Unveiled at the 2026... Continue Reading
Each year, DPHA honors the individuals, teams, and companies whose dedication, expertise, and leadership help move the decorative plumbing and hardware industry forward. Recognized during the 2026 DPHA Conference & Product Showcase in Salt Lake City, this year's Professional Award winners... Continue Reading
We are proud to announce the winners of the 2026 DPHA Product of the Year Awards, honoring innovation, design excellence, and engineering achievement in the kitchen and bath industry. The awards were presented during the DPHA Annual Conference and Product Showcase, held this week in Salt Lake... Continue Reading
