by laura | Jun 1, 2011 | Business & People News
Many of today’s homeowners are requesting Energy Star-qualified refrigerators, but most are unaware of the strategies manufacturers use to make refrigerators more energy-efficient. Not all Energy Star-qualified refrigerators are created equal and these differences can...
by laura | May 31, 2011 | Business & People News
According to Forrester research, in 2010, 91 percent of the American population had a mobile subscription, and by 2013, half of U.S. mobile users will access the Internet through a mobile device. Too keep up with this trend, Moen has introduced a mobile version of...
by laura | May 30, 2011 | Business & People News
Having problems specifying shower doors? Basco Shower Enclosures, in conjunction with the Interior Design Continuing Education Council, has launched its new continuing education course, “Demystifying Shower Door Selection.” The free, 60-minute course was created to...
by laura | May 27, 2011 | Business & People News
Price Pfisterrecently renewed its brand identity and, in the process, decided to simplify its name to “Pfister.” To complement the new name, Pfister also is launching a series of new sales and marketing efforts to support the endeavor. “Longevity, in any industry, is...
by laura | May 26, 2011 | Business & People News
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) has launched a Certified Remodeler Project Management (CRPM) program designed to lay the foundation for project management and operations that retain consistent results. The program springs from a discussion...
by laura | May 25, 2011 | Business & People News
Hanwha Surfaces has launched its “Inspiration Is Everywhere” online contest as part of a campaign to learn where architects and designers find inspiration. “The goal of this online contest is to see what inspires individuals. Whether it be something found in...
by laura | May 25, 2011 | Business & People News
As one of the newer kitchen options in Universal and sustainable design, induction cooktops are gaining popularity in the design community. According to the 2011 National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen and Bath Design Trend survey, 34 of the 100 members...
by laura | May 24, 2011 | Business & People News
White River has launched its “Well-Appointed Interior” competition, which will recognize the best kitchen, bath and millwork designs that incorporate the company’s moldings and woodcarvings. The contest runs through July 1, 2011, with winners being...
by laura | May 23, 2011 | Business & People News
Surjit Kalsi, a pioneer of professional-style ranges for the home, became a 2011 National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) Hall of Fame inductee at the recent Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). John Morgan, VP of the NKBA and the driving force behind Mr....
by laura | May 23, 2011 | Business & People News
The kitchen, bath and design trades are unique in that what is really being sold is a design or idea. Unlike a retail store, most often your customers complain about the services, promises and design concepts you provide and not the merchandise. Of course, there are...
