American Standard and Porcher(R) Redefine Form and Function at Kitchen/Bath Show Setting the Standard in Bathroom and Kitchen Solutions LAS VEGAS, May 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- KITCHEN/BATH INDUSTRY SHOW -- Homeowners will never look at their kitchen and bath fixtures the same after the 2005 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (K/BIS). American Standard and Porcher(R) have once again raised the bar with innovative new products for the kitchen and bath that redefine the ordinary. High performance, advanced technology, unsurpassed convenience and style push ordinary appliances beyond lackluster boundaries, and into extraordinary. From toilets that are both envied decor and virtually maintenance-free, to beautiful kitchen workstations that are made for multitasking and withstanding years of endurance, it's all on display at the Las Vegas Convention Center today through Thursday. "Consumers expect more from their kitchen and bath fixtures, and they should," says Jeannette Long, director of marketing communications, American Standard. "With breakthrough technologies and innovative designs, American Standard and Porcher exceed consumers' expectations and offer products that break the traditional molds of form and function." Here is an overview of what's new from American Standard and Porcher at K/BIS. American Standard (Booth 6050) Newbern(TM) Vanity Top American Standard's Newbern(TM) vanity top is the first integral sink/vanity top made of vitreous china, the same durable, affordable material used for toilets and sinks. Providence(TM) Vanity's New Weathered Black Finish The Providence(TM) vanity is now available in Weathered Black, a chic new alternative to the existing Weathered White finish. The distinctive grain of the naturally distressed hardwood gives this collection its special character, exposing hints of its contrasting undercoat, accented by antique-style brass hardware with a bronze-rub finish. Townsend(TM) Toilet The clog-free Champion(R) flushing technology is now available in the Townsend toilet, a perfect complement to American Standard's popular Town Square(R) Collection. The new Townsend two-piece toilet has clean, straight lines for a sophisticated look. Offered with the option of a slow-close toilet seat and backed by a 10-year warranty on tank and trim, the Townsend is a must see. FloWise(TM) FloWise(TM) is the first gravity toilet to qualify as a "high-efficiency toilet," which can lower utility bills and reduce strain on septic systems and are eligible for special rebates in many drought-prone areas. The FloWise also features the exclusive Flush Tower(TM) Technology from the Champion(R) Flushing System, delivering a cleaner, more powerful flush. The FloWise is designed to complement a wide variety of existing bathroom d�cor. Dazzle(TM) and Princeton(TM) Faucets The Dazzle(TM) collection will add an elegant and feminine touch to any bathroom. And the Princeton(TM) faucets are an easy way to create a dramatic effect that will complement a wide variety of hardware now seen in bathrooms. Both faucets feature state-of-the-art drip-free technology and are backed by a lifetime drip-free guarantee. Lakeland(R) 33" Single-Bowl Sink with New Accessories Including Bamboo Cutting Board The Lakeland(R) kitchen workstation is designed to ease kitchen chores without straining budgets. The large-capacity 33" single-bowl sink fits in a standard double-bowl cutout. Additionally, a variety of accessories are available with the workstation including the new bamboo cutting board, which provides a strong and durable surface. As a single-bowl sink, Lakeland's deep interior easily accommodates large cookie sheets, tall pots and wide planters. Drop in Lakeland's unique basin on either the left or right side, and Lakeland becomes a double-bowl sink for rinsing fruits and vegetables or washing and draining dishes. Silhouette(R) Sink American Standard's high-gloss Americast(R) kitchen sinks are now offered in two new colors that complement stone or stone-like countertops. The new Stone Grey and Granite Green sinks reintroduce warmth and color to the kitchen. Americast allows for tighter corners than cast iron, so American Standard's Silhouette(R), Chandler(TM) and Lakeland(R) sinks have a flatter, more useable area in the bottom of the bowls. Culinaire(R) Hi-Flow Kitchen Faucet The newest addition to American Standard's Culinaire(R) kitchen collection is a minimalist cylindrical pull-out faucet that provides more than a foot of clearance to easily accommodate large pots and baking sheets. The new faucet's simple design is functional, yet understated. Reliant+(TM) EasyTouch(TM) Kitchen Faucet The single-control Reliant+(TM) EasyTouch(TM) faucet from American Standard uses an exclusive WhisperGlide(TM) nylon hose for quiet, silky-smooth pull-out function. An oversized spray-activation button with convenient lock-and-turn control effortlessly adjusts water from a stream to a spray. Reliant+ EasyTouch also features a self-cleaning spray that prevents lime scale build-up for reliable performance. Porcher(R) (Booth 1013A) Diametrique(TM) Faucets The Diametrique(TM) collection of faucets provides symmetry and structure to a wide variety of interiors. The faucets feature drip-free performance, are backed by Porcher's lifetime guarantee and are available in a variety of styles and finishes. Stemma(TM) and Iperbole(TM) Bath/Shower Faucets The popular Stemma(TM) collection, designed by Milan's Alberto Meda, now features new bath/shower and show faucets. The new faucet, inspired by the natural grace and beauty of flowers, features Stemma's signature tapered tri- handles. Milan architect Gae Aulenti designed the Iperbole(TM) bath/shower and shower faucets, which have a futuristic, geometric look. Chipperfield and Iperbole(TM) Showers London architect David Chipperfield has designed a faucet collection exclusively for Porcher(R) with high-tech, high-performance appeal. The Chipperfield bathroom sink faucets have lever handles in a choice of single- control monoblock, basin-height monoblock, two-handle widespread or two-handle wall-mount styles. Reprise(TM) Ovale(TM) Cabinet Porcher's new Ovale(TM) cabinet is a distinctive oval-shaped cabinet that ships with two sets of tapered legs so homeowners can choose their most comfortable height at either 36 inches or 30 inches. EDITORS NOTE: For more information on American Standard products, visit the electronic pressroom at http://www.americanstandard-us.com. For information on Porcher products, visit the electronic pressroom at http://www.porcher-us.com. DATASOURCE: American Standard CONTACT: Consumer Media - Lindsey Rose, Carmichael Lynch Spong, +1-612-375-8516, ; Trade Media - Nora DePalma, Building Profits, Inc., +1-770-772-4726, Web site: http://www.americanstandard.com/

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