A community of decorative plumbing and hardware professionals creating a culture of excellence through professional development.
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The Kitchen + Bath Show is right around the corner, and many of our members will be exhibiting. If you are attending, make sure you visit the following DPHA Member booths.
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DPHA Members' Blog - January 10, 2020
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As a DPHA member you may use this content as your own in any of your marketing efforts, including your website, emails, newsletters and more. Use images of spaces you've designed to accompany content and insert your market territory, showroom name and contact information as applicable.
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Six Reasons to Replace your Toilet
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Replacing your toilet can improve your bathroom's aesthetic appeal and help both the environment and your wallet by conserving water.
Whether you’re interested in remodeling an entire bathroom, or you've discovered water damage on the bathroom floor or the toilet itself is damaged, there are many reasons to undertake the task of replacing a home’s toilet.
Here are six good reasons to replace your toilet...
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2020 Corporate Sponsors will be added as we receive completed forms.
Please email
Kymberly
if you haven't received the form yet or have any questions.
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Sales Tips and Industry Thoughts
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What does DPHA Mean to YOU?
Thoughts from Marketing Committee Member Michele Thornton
A few months ago, members of the Marketing Committee were asked to share our thoughts on DPHA’s mission tagline: Connect. Educate. Elevate. It made me think about what these words mean to me and also offered a unique opportunity to reflect on how this relates to DPHA. So, here we go.
Connect, a pretty straightforward word with many layers. Connecting can be as simple as copying someone on an email or as profound as finding common ground with people who share your ideals and goals. When that kind of connection happens, it generates powerful momentum, bringing people together, increasing energy exponentially. People get excited. Things happen. What was once disconnected finds intention. Connecting is transformative to both the individual and the group. Connections make us stronger.
Educate, another fairly simple word. How do you do it, who is doing the educating? Experience is good, and there are a lot of people in this association with incredible knowledge. So are fresh ideas, and there’s a new generation standing right next to these seasoned colleagues, ready to go. When you have people who feel connected to a common goal, knowledge flows freely without limitation. Out of sharing experiences, new concepts are born. The past blends into the present and a new vision for the future is conceived...
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What do you think is the deciding factor when selecting a showroom or design professional to work with? Reviews? Website? Portfolio of work? Word of mouth?
According to the
Truth about Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations Survey, conducted by Hausera, examples of past projects is the most important factor consumers use to select a showroom or design professional to design their new kitchen or bath. Pictures of completed projects were more influential than online ratings and reviews! 38% of respondents reported a professional portfolio that shows examples of past work mattered the most in selecting a company to renovate a kitchen, bath or laundry room. 35% of respondents used recommendations from family or friends as the main criterion for selecting a remodeler and 35% said online ratings and reviews mattered the most.
The survey queried homeowners across the US in all age groups of which 80% had undertaken a kitchen, bath or laundry room renovation in the past two years and 60% reported that they plan to renovate in the next two years. The primary reason, cited by 41% of respondents, for renovating is adapting to family or lifestyle change due to a disability or aging in place.
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Additional reasons are to increase the value of a property prior to selling cited by 38% of respondents and improve the functionality of existing space reported by 38% of respondents.
Nearly 70% of respondents relied on a specialty design professional such as a kitchen designer to design their new kitchen, bath or laundry room. Others homeowners relied upon for their renovation included interior designers (61%), remodeling contractors (58%) and architects (45%).
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DPHA would love your feedback! In this section of Connections, we will be asking for your opinion on a different topic each week. Let your voice be heard!
Last week we asked how you combat the "pain of paying" associated with free shipping. The majority of you have your set shipping costs and stick to them!
This week we want to know:
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Member News, Updates and Cool New Stuff
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MB2 is one of the very latest faucet collections from Urban faucet maker
Aquabrass
, distributed by AD Waters. This lavatory faucet stands boldly in any environment by virtue of its minimalistic round-shaped design, which also includes two handle inserts to choose from: knurled and smooth finish. The MB2 collection is offered in two standard finishes: polished chrome and brushed gold and is also available in other stylish custom colors for its entire range of applications: single hole, widespread, wall-mount lavatory faucets, floor-mount tub filler and single-hole bidet.
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Engineering and design are combined in the new Konic faucet by
Franz Viegener
. A beguiling blend of balance and proportion, the new Konic collection is a contemporary reinterpretation of a traditional favorite that’s firmly in keeping with Franz Viegener’s expert engineering and design-forward aesthetic. The aptly-named faucet is an artful blend of linear and curved features with flared, subtly expanding conical bases that taper into attenuated peaks supporting squared fixtures. The slightly rounded tip of the faucet echoes the geometric shape of its base, while its slender neck is matched in the design of thin, smooth levers and optional cross handles.
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We would like to take a moment to welcome those who joined DPHA during the fourth quarter of 2019!
If you know of a dealer, manufacturer, professional member, representative or trade associate company who you believe should be a DPHA member, please forward their name and contact information to
kymberly@DPHA.net.
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Dealers:
More than 40 showrooms throughout the NE
7 showrooms throughout GA and TN
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Manufacturers:
Regina, SK, Canada
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BLANCO
‘s
newest apron sinks, PROFINA, QUATRUS R15 Apron 1-3/4 Bowl with Low Divide and QUATRUS R15 ERGON all reimagine the classic farmhouse look with a modern style, while offering multipurpose convenience and function.
The
PROFINA 36″ Apron Front Single Bowl Sink
comes with a beechwood cutting board and an accessory ledge that incorporates add-ons, such as a dish rack, bottom grid or 3-in-1 basket strainer. Together, these options reduce countertop clutter and expand workspace.
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A step away from bespoke, Hasting's new Class vanity system is all about design flexibility. Scaled up or down, one sink or two, tonal or technicolor—each vanity is part of a modular system that speaks to today’s need for customization and personalization. The highly versatile collection comes in a wide range of color and finish options and is distinguished by streamlined matte black metal frames for a clean, architectural style. Cabinets and drawer inserts feature a choice of wood or one of 36 matte and glossy lacquered finishes, while the drawer inserts are also available in glass, porcelain, a cement look or one of 12 different wood finishes. Countertops are available in glossy glass or frosted glass in one of 36 colors, with a new pure white milk glass option.
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Best Regards,
Kymberly B Weiner
Director of Marketing & Sales
Decorative Plumbing and Hardware Association (DPHA)
504.475.8111
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