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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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New Member Spotlight: Meet Merchant Cost Consulting.
New Member Spotlight: Meet Merchant Cost Consulting.

MCC Helps DPHA Members save on merchant fees without processor changes. For members of DPHA, merchant fees are quietly eroding margins in an industry driven by high-ticket showroom sales, custom orders, and large customer deposits. Premium rewards cards and special-order transactions often qualify... Continue Reading

Date posted03/13/2026


Premier Decorative Group Expands Southern California Team with Gerry Schor.
Premier Decorative Group Expands Southern California Team with Gerry Schor.

Premier Decorative Group is pleased to welcome Gerry Schor as Southern California Territory Manager. In this role, Schor will work alongside Kelsey Soriano to support and grow the company’s presence throughout the Southern California market, strengthening relationships with showroom partners... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2026


MrSteam Launches Tool to Guide Clients to Their Perfect Steam Experience — in Just Two Minutes.
MrSteam Launches Tool to Guide Clients to Their Perfect Steam Experience — in Just Two Minutes.

Steam therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Today’s homeowners want steam experiences tailored to their personal well-being goals, from stress relief and better sleep to improved skin and post-workout recovery. Helping them define their “steam style” is the first step for... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2026


Fleurco Introduces Closiq, a Beautifully Innovative Sliding Shower Door.
Fleurco Introduces Closiq, a Beautifully Innovative Sliding Shower Door.

Fleurco introduces the beautifully innovative Closiq. Closiq is a sliding shower door made for corner units, with a unique 0- to 90-degree glide. With clean lines and a minimalist profile, Closiq blends effortlessly into a contemporary interior, proving that intelligent design can be both... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2026


Berenson Introduces New Finishes for the Domestic Bliss Collection.
Berenson Introduces New Finishes for the Domestic Bliss Collection.

Berenson Hardware has expanded its popular Domestic Bliss collection with new finishes arriving in 2026, offering designers and showroom professionals even more options for completing transitional kitchen and bath spaces. The Domestic Bliss collection is known for its distinctive design that... Continue Reading

Date posted03/6/2026


New Member Spotlight: Meet ChillPod.
New Member Spotlight: Meet ChillPod.

Luxury Cold Immersion. Reimagined. ChillPod was created to solve a design disconnect in wellness. Cold immersion has long been known for its impact on nervous system regulation, resilience, and mental clarity. Yet until now, the category has been defined by industrial forms and utilitarian... Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2026


Danger at the Tap: A Reckoning on Counterfeit Plumbing.
Danger at the Tap: A Reckoning on Counterfeit Plumbing.

In May, Aaron Bores of Fortune Brands, parent company of Moen Inc., testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, warning that counterfeit plumbing products are entering American homes and putting consumers at risk. Independent testing conducted by IAPMO on top... Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2026


Native Trails Introduces Foundry Texture: A New Expression of Copper Craftsmanship.
Native Trails Introduces Foundry Texture: A New Expression of Copper Craftsmanship.

Native Trails has unveiled Foundry Texture, a new material expression that brings a soft, modern sensibility to its signature copper craftsmanship. Defined by a gently rippled surface and subtle movement, Foundry Texture reflects a thoughtful manipulation of copper at every stage of production,... Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2026


Rome Wasn't Built in a Day: Meet Roma from Pontem Home.
Rome Wasn't Built in a Day: Meet Roma from Pontem Home.

Roma was never meant to be ordinary. Your patience is rewarded. In response to strong demand for intelligent storage and freestanding options starting at just 20" for smaller bathrooms, Roma delivers exactly what you’ve been waiting for. A clean, oversized front panel conceals two full-size... Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2026


Amba® Products Expands Traditional Collection with Permanent Brushed Modern Brass Finish.
Amba® Products Expands Traditional Collection with Permanent Brushed Modern Brass Finish.

Amba Products has announced that its Brushed Modern Brass finish, has become a permanent finish within the brand’s Traditional Collection. Originally introduced as Modern Brass, a limited-edition option, is now offered as a standard finish option. The decision follows overwhelmingly... Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2026


BLANCO North America Announces New Sales & Customer Experience Leadership.
BLANCO North America Announces New Sales & Customer Experience Leadership.

BLANCO North America is pleased to announce that Jeanne Dahlen will join the company as Senior Vice President of Sales & Customer Experience, effective February 5, 2026. Jeanne will report directly to Alana Stevens, CEO, BLANCO North America. Jeanne brings more than two decades of... Continue Reading

Date posted02/27/2026


Design as an Expression of Quality: Wasserwerk wins the German Design Award 2026.
Design as an Expression of Quality: Wasserwerk wins the German Design Award 2026.

Behind every first-class product stands a clear vision. Being named a Winner in the Excellent Communications Design category at the German Design Award 2026 marks a significant milestone in the strategic brand evolution of Wasserwerk.Design meets "Manufactured in Germany"The rebranding represents... Continue Reading

Date posted02/13/2026