American Standard and Porcher(R) Redefine Form and Function at Kitchen/Bath Show
May 10 2005 - 12:37PM
PR Newswire (US)
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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