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.
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With graceful curves and an elegant silhouette, the Alva tub is a worthy addition to the award-winning Boutique Collection by MTI Baths. The freestanding Alva has an organic oval-shaped bowl that rests snugly on a low-profile base, bringing a sleek, luxurious look to today’s modern... Continue Reading
Whether it be in the bathroom or in the kitchen, brass or gold fixtures and accessories bring luxurious, charming touch into any space with their warmth and enduring appeal. California-based plumbing manufacturer Newport Brass offers a variety of different brass finishes that are bound to create a... Continue Reading
Berenson is adding the new transitional collection, Brookridge, to their offerings. This collection, available July 18th, will come in 96mm, 128mm, 160mm, 224mm, and 12in. appliance pull length, as well as in a square and round knob option. “For this collection, we imagined an artist on a... Continue Reading
While working in the same showroom for several years, I have been fortunate to meet various sales representatives. The ones I have formed relationships with stand out for similar reasons. One way to get my attention in the showroom is to acknowledge me. I know this sounds simple, but there... Continue Reading
Some people are more creative than others, and you may wonder why you can’t be as cutting edge or your showroom be more innovative. The first step is to understand the traits teams must have to constantly innovate. The most consistently creative teams are motivated by the work itself. They... Continue Reading
Acquabella brings the mesmerizing beauty of nature into the bathroom with their latest design masterpiece – the Stelvio freestanding tub. Its singular textured surface mimics the intricacy of a sparkling multi-faceted diamond or the natural cuts of a mighty iceberg. The visual effect is... Continue Reading
MTI is a company founded on a unique corporate culture that is due in large part to the passionate leadership of CEO Kathy Adams. Now, after more than three decades, Kathy has announced her retirement. She will certainly be missed by her MTI family as she has been a significant presence throughout... Continue Reading
Blending traditional decorative hardware design with modern detailing, the Cranford and Florham series illustrates the transitional side of the Morris Collection. A beautiful combination of hard and soft elements, the Cranford series stands out for its classic silhouette and ridged bands that... Continue Reading
New Style Moderne Quilted & Radiant handles have been added to the Style Moderne collection as part of the Luxe edition. Style Moderne is a highly distinctive collection of brass taps, showers and wonderfully complementary bathroom accessories, inspired by the grace and glamour of the... Continue Reading
Infinity Drain introduces its first Custom Collection in a stylish matte Smoke Black. Infinity Drain’s Custom Collections represent current trends frequently requested by architects and designers – demonstrating Infinity Drain’s Complete Custom Fabrication capabilities and... Continue Reading
Berenson will be adding new finishes to a few of their most popular Art Tech Collections: Fuji, I-Spazio and Lips. Black will be added to all collections, while Soft Gold and their new Charcoal Gray finish will be added to Fuji. The Art Tech Series falls under the R. Christensen by Berenson line... Continue Reading
DDI System's Inform ERP Software is purpose-built with the tools successful distributors need to increase customer reach, quickly respond to sales requests, and become a service leader. Fast and personal CRM and counter operations Anytime customer service from your smartphone Superior online... Continue Reading
