Behind the Scenes: How Pioneer Faucets are Made We know we’re (very) biased, but the faucet-manufacturing process is a fascinating one! The first faucets we know of were invented and used on Crete in approximately 1700 BCE. The ancient Romans had surprisingly mo [...]
Troubleshooting Noisy Faucets: Aerator vs. Valve Issues There are few things in this world as annoying as a noisy faucet. Many people leave noisy faucets unfixed, assuming they’ll need a plumber for a simple issue. These issues commonly come from one of two so [...]
Top 3 Reasons Your Shower Pressure is Low Weak water pressure can make even the best-designed shower system frustrating. Low water pressure can be more than just annoying—it can also signal bigger problems with your plumbing system or fixtures. Fortunately, mo [...]
How to Next-Level an ADA-Accessible Commercial Bathroom ADA compliance standards are more than just good practice when planning new building projects; it's a legal necessity. Planning for compliance begins with the structure and extends to fixture selection. Whil [...]
How to Choose Between Pull-down Faucets and Pre-rinse Faucets While choosing a kitchen faucet may be quite easy for some homeowners and builders, others may not have clear preferences or they’re ready to try something new. After all, kitchen faucets range from a s [...]
Home Utility Rooms of the Past, Present and Future Utility rooms are the unsung heroes of any busy household - they’re essential in making sure that laundry and dirty pups alike come out sparkling. Throughout the years, utility rooms have evolved from a simple [...]
Kitchens Dazzle with Brushed Gold and Matte Black Faucets and Fixtures The heart of the home (aka the kitchen) is not only a functional arena of daily cooking and where meals are enjoyed, but is often revered as the showpiece of any home. A design-forward kitchen [...]
Hard Water: How to Choose the Right Faucet Solution (Part 2 of 2) In Part 1 of this series, we explored what hard water is, how to spot signs of it, and the ways it can damage faucets—from internal corrosion to reduced water flow and visible staining. In this seco [...]
Hard Water? How to Choose the Right Faucet Solution (Part 1 of 2) What Do We Mean by Hard Water? Hard water refers to water that contains high levels of dissolved minerals—primarily calcium and magnesium. Though safe for everyday use, it can leave mineral deposits [...]
What Makes a Faucet or Showerhead ADA-Compliant? When planning a new building, modern builders and specifiers know that every detail matters—from the big-picture to the smallest finishing touches. In all of this, there is one detail that should never be overlooked [...]
