Viking Range Introduces New E-Series Grill
May 8, 2008
Viking Range Corporation is enhancing its outdoor product line, giving consumers every advantage of an indoor kitchen in an outdoor setting.
The Viking outdoor E-Series gas grills have been enhanced to provide all the great luxuries that only Viking can offer. The new Power Porcelain™ cast iron grate design retains heat better than steel while guarding against rust and aiding in cleaning at the same time. The redesigned stainless steel grill burner now reaches 29,000 BTUs and provides superior heat coverage to the entire grilling surface. The new Easylift™ canopy system vastly improves ease in opening the grill canopy. LED lighting lines the control panel to aid in nighttime operation, and the canopy lights allow the consumer to keep an eye on their meal no matter what the hour. New cast metal knobs, redesigned bezels and redesigned side burner grates match the indoor Viking products and provide more durability in the elements. In addition, all control panel graphics are now permanently laser-etched during production, ensuring long life and durability. These new features are now available.
Kohler Toasts Its New Entertainment Sink, Cordial
May 8, 2008
Kohler Co., a global leader in kitchen and bath design and technology, introduces its newest entertainment sink, Cordial™, sure to be the center of attention at any party.
This round sink, new at the 2008 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show is truly an all-in-one entertainment
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idea, perfect for washing and rinsing glassware, preparing garnishes, staging drinks, and providing cold storage for wine and other beverage bottles. The Cordial entertainment sink offers consumers a functional storage place for beverages and ware, as well as unbeatable durability.
“The circular design of the Cordial entertainment sink enhances participation of guests, while adding beauty to any prep station,” said Andy Barber, marketing manager for KOHLER kitchen products.
Simplicity of function and purity of form combine to deliver not only an elegant solution for consumers looking for more than just a secondary sink, but also an efficient and stylish beverage prep station.
Included in the purchase price are several accessories designed to facilitate drink preparation—a cutting board for garnishes, a pouring tray for beer and mixed drinks, and an ice-mold for creating the perfect wine-chilling block of ice that nests in the basin with several holes to chill multiple bottles.
The Cordial self-rimming sink allows for easy installation in a multitude of settings. And, the sink provides ample working space with a 22-inch diameter and 7 1/2-inch deep basin.
Constructed of KOHLER Cast Iron, this entertainment sink is incredibly durable and sturdy. Combining cast iron with an ultra-thick layer of enamel, KOHLER Cast Iron products resist staining, scratching and chipping, and provide exceptional durability. Kohler offers a wide selection of sinks in deep, rich colors and graceful design lines that coordinate beautifully with a wide variety of décor. All KOHLER Cast iron products installed in North America carry a Lifetime Limited Warranty for as long as the original consumer owns his or her home. Additionally, KOHLER Cast Iron is crafted from 93 percent recycled and reclaimed material.
For more information on the Cordial sink or other KOHLER products, individuals may visit the Kohler Co. Web site at KOHLER.com or call toll-free at 1-800-4-KOHLER.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.
Kohler Oblo Faucet Collection Offers Contemporary European Design With Global Appeal
May 8, 2008
New KOHLER Oblo® bath and shower faucets exude a refreshed view of contemporary design created in the company’s European design studios with a global audience in mind. Launched in the United States at the 2008 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show, this collection features a modern, geometric architecture for functional but elegant faucetry. The common design thread is the fluid oblong shape that is mirrored in the spouts as well as the handles and matches all bathroom fixture shapes from round to angular.
“Design professionals and consumers with a taste for contemporary style will love the versatility of the Oblo collection and the breadth of the range,” says Sara Maduscha, senior product manager for KOHLER Global Faucets. “The sleek, geometrically inspired aesthetic and multiple configurations and applications offer a coherent and stylish solution for any modern bathroom design.”
The Oblo faucet collection includes a full offering of bath and shower faucets. The iconic pieces of the
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collection include wall- and deck-mounted lavatory faucets that are installed on a metal plate and feature both handles on one side of the spout; as well as a stick handshower and a two-handle monoblock lavatory faucet. The complete collection includes the following components: widespread lavatory faucet, tall lavatory faucet for Vessel sinks, two-handle monoblock bidet faucet, Rite-Temp® bath/shower trim, Rite-Temp shower trim, Rite-Temp valve trim, thermostatic valve trim, transfer valve trim, volume control trim and a deck-mount bath filler trim.
High-quality construction and materials partner with durable, beautiful finishes to guarantee the owner leak- and worry-free performance. Available finishes are: Polished Chrome, Vibrant® Brushed Nickel and Vibrant Polished Nickel.
KOHLER faucets carry a lifetime limited warranty for as long as the original purchaser owns his or her home. For more information on the Oblo faucet collection, the warranty or other KOHLER products, individuals may visit the Kohler Co. Web site at KOHLER.com or call toll-free at 1-800-4-KOHLER.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.
Kohler’s New multi-sensory bath integrates water, light and vibration with four individually choreographed, relaxing music experiences
May 8, 2008
Vibroacoustics is a technology-based sound therapy defined as hearing
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and feeling sound vibrations through the body. Proven to promote relaxation, it is an ideal feature to add to a bathtub that is designed and engineered to instinctively ease tension and stress – as shown in the newly launched Fountainhead™ VibrAcoustic bath by Kohler Co., a global leader in kitchen and bath design and technology.
“The science of sound vibration and the art of ergonomic design come together in this bath to provide an unprecedented level of relaxation,” said Ann Roever, business director for KOHLER bathing products. “Four expert-designed sound and vibration experiences are designed to help the bather achieve consistent, slow, and deep breathing, or the phenomena of ‘Entrainment’ – the connection of internal body rhythms with external influences. “The four experiences are original compositions that integrate music, vibration and lighting in order to encourage the bather’s breathing rate to align with the beats or chord structures. The bather cannot help but relax physically because the mind is able to shift into a focus on internal, physical feelings.”
Fountainhead VibrAcoustic Experience
Four vibroAcoustic experiences envelop the bather in a multi-sensory environment that synchronizes music, vibration and light with water. These original compositions were created in collaboration with a renowned sound therapist and are choreographed uniquely for this bath to optimize the vibroacoustic effect, in which the body is led into a state of complete relaxation. Two massaging beat experiences add even more physical vibration that can be adjusted to the desired level of intensity to personalize the bath experience.
Transducers producing music/vibrations are strategically placed on the backside of the bath allowing the bather to not only hear but also feel the music streaming in from one of the four preset Fountainhead experiences. The sound waves travel through the water and gently resound in the body. The transducers are located below the water for the vibration experience and two above the water for the audio. A user-friendly, conveniently located DTV Bath interface controls all features and affords bathers the option of listening to a favorite play list from a MP3 player or a radio station from a home computer.
Chromatherapy is another relaxing element that completes the well-rounded bathing experience with a sweeping wave of color in the bath. The four chromatherapy lights in the bath can create eight different colors and myriad color combinations and patterns. A color dial even allows bathers to choose a particular hue of each color. The lights are synchronized with the four preset Fountainhead experiences and will also align themselves with the rhythm of outside music.
Fountainhead Bath Design
The newest addition to the recently launched contemporary Fountainhead suite, the vibroAcoustic bath maintains the collection’s fundamental design lines of flowing curves and organic minimalism. It is available in two installation options, drop-in or an exposed deck installation with a unique, raised look to highlight the bath’s fluid design that almost makes the tub appear to be a hovering basin of water.
The bath is made of acrylic and available in two sizes – 88m x 48 x 24 inches and 72 x 42 x 26 inches –, which allow bathers of different heights to be submerged completely. The 88-inch bath is only available as an exposed deck installation, but offers a large transition area built into the rim for easy access. Both sizes offer two reclined positions. The first position features a head pocket designed to give the bather the choice of resting his or her head while floating in the bath or lowering the head so the ears are under water. This enhances the sound quality of the music, making the sound even clearer than above water. The second position is for bathers who prefer to have their ears above water. For maximum comfort, a soft, pliable pillow is included with the 88-inch models that will support bathers at the nape of their neck as they float in the large bathing well. The pillow is available as an optional accessory for the smaller bath.
For more information on the Fountainhead VibrAcoustic bath or other KOHLER products, individuals may visit the Kohler Co. Web site at KOHLER.com or call toll-free at 1-800-4-KOHLER.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and home interiors, and an international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.
Dacor Ventures Into Builder Market
May 8, 2008
Dacor, innovative leader in luxury kitchen appliance design, manufacturing and distribution, and Clear Channel Branded Cities announced that Dacor will be the exclusive appliance provider for the new Westgate Living residential project, part of Westgate City Center, a unique entertainment, shopping, dining and residential destination in Glendale, Arizona. Each of the residences in the community will feature a complete Dacor kitchen with stylish appliances from the company’s Epicure®, Millennia® , or Preference® lines. Read more
Dacor Enhances the Great Outdoors with New Epicure Refrigeration to Complement Premium Grill Offering
May 8, 2008
Dacor(R), market leader in luxury kitchen appliance design, manufacturing and distribution, announced the launch of the Epicure Outdoor Refrigerator to complement the brand’s growing collection of high-performing outdoor appliances. Read more