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Connections 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 Connections delivers dynamic, highly readable and graphically appealing content that connects people with the information they need to become more productive, effective and professionally accomplished.  Connections 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 Connections, 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 Connections here.

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Brizo® Shares 2023 Kitchen & Bath Trends.
Brizo® Shares 2023 Kitchen & Bath Trends.

Brizo® has shared its top four kitchen and bath trends for 2023! Learn more below: Mixed Materials: The unparalleled customization of the Odin® Collection reaches new levels with the Semi-Professional Faucet. The faucet is available in seven distinct finishes and can be paired with... Continue Reading

Date posted12/23/2022


New Member Spotlight: Meet Splash Galleries.
New Member Spotlight: Meet Splash Galleries.

Splash Galleries is a family-owned Plumbing & Hardware Showroom in Raleigh, NC opened in 2003 by Master Plumber Gary Phillips, who brought first-hand experience in the plumbing industry to the Showroom. His daughter, Lauren Phillips, has managed the showroom since 2009 and maintains a team of... Continue Reading

Date posted12/16/2022


Why DPHA is the Best Marketing Resource for Dealers.
Why DPHA is the Best Marketing Resource for Dealers.

For years DPHA board members and leaders have been brainstorming ideas for dealer deliverables, and I think we finally stumbled on our hidden treasure. In mid-2022, DPHA and ShowroomMarketing.com launched a Digital Marketing Dealer Incentive Program to promote all dealer members on the internet.... Continue Reading

Postedby Phil Hotarek
Date posted12/16/2022


Hastings Tile & Bath Introduces a Refreshed Array of Colors, Materials, and Finishes.
Hastings Tile & Bath Introduces a Refreshed Array of Colors, Materials, and Finishes.

Hastings Tile & Bath, the leading importer and distributor of contemporary bath furniture and fittings and the exclusive importer of the VOLA brand in the United States and Canada, will now offer their top-selling CLASS vanity in a wide range of new refreshed colors, materials, and finishes... Continue Reading

Date posted12/16/2022


Berenson is Bringing New Collections and Display Options to KBIS 2023.
Berenson is Bringing New Collections and Display Options to KBIS 2023.

Berenson is bringing new collections and display options to KBIS 2023. New collections will be added to Berenson and to R. Christensen by Berenson. In addition, new merchandising tools will be on display at KBIS 2023, including a finish selection board, and best-seller boards. “We’ve... Continue Reading

Date posted12/16/2022


Infinity Drain® Welcomes Added Sales Company in Midwest.
Infinity Drain® Welcomes Added Sales Company in Midwest.

Infinity Drain® announces the addition of DPHA member Added Sales Company to service Illinois and Northwest Indiana. Added Sales is a 3rd generation Illinois-based plumbing and electrical rep agency servicing the state of Illinois and Northwest Indiana market for over 65 years. With a... Continue Reading

Date posted12/16/2022


Hansgrohe's Vision of the Bathroom of the Future: Beyond Water.
Hansgrohe's Vision of the Bathroom of the Future: Beyond Water.

Hansgrohe’s Green Vision Beyond Water: Rethinking the bathroom means bringing this place into harmony with people and nature. Hansgrohe wants to create a cocoon for resource-saving regeneration, encourage new routines for water-saving hygiene, create a place of well-being with minimal energy... Continue Reading

Date posted12/16/2022


MrSteam’s New “SteamStories” Underscores Importance of Wellness in Residential Design.
MrSteam’s New “SteamStories” Underscores Importance of Wellness in Residential Design.

Homeowners seek residential design options that optimize their well-being and healthy lifestyles. And as bathrooms continue to serve as a wellness sanctuary for many, MrSteam recently partnered with the Modenus “Design Uncut” webcast to launch “SteamStories,” a series of... Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2022


Top Knobs Culminates Morris Collection with its Morris Series of Cabinet Pulls.
Top Knobs Culminates Morris Collection with its Morris Series of Cabinet Pulls.

Top Knobs adds the finishing touch to the Morris collection with the inclusion of the Morris series of cabinet pulls. The Morris series balances the complete collection with its reserved bar pull look. Distinguished by sleek minimal details and a sturdy linear handle, the classic makeup of each... Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2022


Kartners Introduces the Circo Collection of Bathroom Accessories.
Kartners Introduces the Circo Collection of Bathroom Accessories.

Inspired by the elegance and beauty of traveling shows, Kartners Circo Collection is a contemporary twist on an old classic. Its brass construction and minimalist footprint will bring understated elegance into your bathroom. Stocked in various finishes, including Polished Chrome, Brushed Nickel,... Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2022


Maximize Profitability with Strategic Pricing & Intelligent Forecasting Built into Your ERP.
Maximize Profitability with Strategic Pricing & Intelligent Forecasting Built into Your ERP.

Distributors with an intelligent ERP in place to help identify sporadic and unusual demand while maintaining customer pricing have a strong advantage over the competition; ultimately leading to better control over their inventory, increased margins, and a more seamless, profitable year. Pricing... Continue Reading

Date posted12/9/2022


ThermaSol Introduces Luxury Collection of Indoor and Outdoor Saunas.
ThermaSol Introduces Luxury Collection of Indoor and Outdoor Saunas.

ThermaSol® is enhancing its already stellar family of products with new indoor and outdoor luxury saunas. Available in three design configurations: outdoor barrel, outdoor canopy barrel and indoor, each sauna is hand-crafted from Clear Western Red Cedar or Nordic Spruce. Inspired by the... Continue Reading

Date posted12/2/2022