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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. 

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Kartners Has Grab Bars to Fit Any Project.
Kartners Has Grab Bars to Fit Any Project.

ADA Compliant Grab Bars are a very important component of a Project Specification. They are a requirement in so many applications – Multi-Family, Hospitality, Corporate and Single-Family for Aging in place. Kartners Grab Bars should be the go-to resource for Designers, Architects and... Continue Reading

Date posted06/24/2022


The Downside of Insufficient Sleep.
The Downside of Insufficient Sleep.

The medical community constantly advises Americans to sleep more and more soundly. Easier said than done for many. And when you and your team members don’t get enough sleep, what is the typical remedy? Coffee. Unfortunately, caffeine, while offering short-term pick-me-up benefits, is not... Continue Reading

Date posted06/17/2022


Introducing The Etre™ Kitchen Collection from DXV.
Introducing The Etre™ Kitchen Collection from DXV.

The Etre Kitchen Collection is an exquisite representation of the design era known as Machine Age Modernism. It was a time when design influencers focused on functionality, practicality and purpose. True to this notion, the Etre collection is defined by the precision knurling that graces the... Continue Reading

Date posted06/17/2022


Native Trails Expands Its Copper Collection with Polished Finish Offerings.
Native Trails Expands Its Copper Collection with Polished Finish Offerings.

Native Trails is excited to expand its Polished Copper and Polished Nickel finishes to seven select sinks in the Copper Collection. Kitchen and bathroom sinks including Rhapsody,Pinnacle, Cocina 21, Farmhouse 30, Cocina 30, Tatra, and Kohani will all be available in both finishes, adding to the... Continue Reading

Date posted06/17/2022


The Marie Collection: Haute Couture Faucets from BARIL.
The Marie Collection: Haute Couture Faucets from BARIL.

On June 1, high end faucet manufacturer BARIL launched a new collection with fashion designer Marie Saint Pierre and it is available today. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of each of their companies, Marie Saint Pierre and Marie-Eve Baril join forces to offer MARIE, a collection of faucets that... Continue Reading

Date posted06/17/2022


New Member Spotlight: Meet Krugg.
New Member Spotlight: Meet Krugg.

Fusing classical tradition with contemporary style, Krugg offers high-quality bathroom LED Mirrors & Medicine cabinets. Their core strengths are unparalleled customer service, a passion for quality, and a drive for improvement. With over 40 years combined experience, Krugg focuses on... Continue Reading

Date posted06/17/2022


Watermark Designs and Barry Goralnick Introduce The James Collection.
Watermark Designs and Barry Goralnick Introduce The James Collection.

Watermark Designs has teamed up with renowned architect, interior designer and product designer Barry Goralnick on a bathroom collection that elevates the industrial trend by adding a level of sophistication and luxury. The new collection, according to Barry Goralnick, is the “definition of... Continue Reading

Date posted06/3/2022


Artistic Patinas by Hardware Renaissance Offer Innovative Finish Options. 
Artistic Patinas by Hardware Renaissance Offer Innovative Finish Options. 

Adding a “pop of color” is a tried-and-true way to inject color into a design scheme. Hardware Renaissance puts a fresh twist on that idea with an innovative color option for their collection of solid bronze hardware. Their artistic patinas imbue color through textured finishes that... Continue Reading

Date posted06/3/2022


Flitz Offers Spring Clean Up & Save Special Offer.
Flitz Offers Spring Clean Up & Save Special Offer.

Boost your average sale with Flitz! Order twelve 16oz bottles of either Flitz Stainless Steel Chrome Clean or Flitz Stainless Steel Polish Protectant (or order six of each) and get two dozen 12"x12" Microfiber Towels and FREE freight! (a $65 value!). Call Lisa at 262-534-5898 or email... Continue Reading

Date posted06/3/2022


MrSteam’s Linear SteamHead: Enhanced Performance to Elevate the Spa Experience. 
MrSteam’s Linear SteamHead: Enhanced Performance to Elevate the Spa Experience. 

Help your customers elevate their personal spa experience with the enhanced design of MrSteam’s patented, award-winning Linear SteamHead. New enhancements include: Decorative Faceplates are available in seven designer finishes matching almost any bathroom décor. Aroma Tray infuses... Continue Reading

Date posted06/3/2022


Fast-Growing House of Rohl Brand Rises to Next Level of Expression.
Fast-Growing House of Rohl Brand Rises to Next Level of Expression.

The House of Rohl®, a portfolio of five iconic, global luxury plumbing brands, recently announced the launch of a new brand campaign to continue to fuel its fast-growing business. The new campaign partners with Hollywood creators to bring the idea of "Life Well Crafted" to screens nationwide,... Continue Reading

Date posted05/27/2022


Belwith Keeler Bijou Collection Named NYCxDESIGN Award Winner.
Belwith Keeler Bijou Collection Named NYCxDESIGN Award Winner.

After making a grand design statement at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS)—where it received head-turns and nods, including a Designhounds Top Ten award—Belwith-Keeler brings it’s Bijou collection to ICFF, and finds itself an NYCxDESIGN Award Winner! Knikki Grantham,... Continue Reading

Date posted05/27/2022