Remodeling: Plumbing

Self Control: Rinnai Pump and Timer Kit

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:55:17 EST

Let homeowners set the timing of their hot water supply to coincide with demand with this pump-and-timer kit.

Safe & Efficient: Takagi Ultra-Low NOx Water Heaters

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 02:01:44 EST

Meet state regulations and energy-efficiency expectations with new ULN tankless water heaters.

Rapid Retrofit: Navien NPE Series Tankless Water Heaters

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:54:06 EST

Installers and homeowners both benefit from NPE Series tankless water heaters, designed for easy installation and high-efficiency water heating.

Spotlight: Water Power: The Future of Tankless Water Heaters

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:43:18 EST

If you think water and electricity don't mix, think again. New, compact technology proposes to alleviate the problems found in other water heating appliances.

Out in the Open: A Master Suite with an Open Toilet Tailored for a Client's Needs

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:52:22 EST

This bathroom layout provides a disabled client with some independence.

Toilets: Game of Thrones

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:31:34 EST

New features and styles reign over the most important room in the house.

Viper toilet from Gerber

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 02:54:37 EST

This compact elongated high-efficiency toilet uses 1.28 gallons of water in a single flush.

Water Efficient Homes Go Beyond Low-Flow Fixtures

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 01:22:34 EST

High-efficiency toilets and faucets are important, but real water savings comes from rethinking water delivery.

Pipe Dream: Pipe Birst Pro Leak and Flood Prevention System

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:14:55 EST

Smart wireless sensors and fast-acting controllers detect water line leaks and prevent damage.

Bye, Bye Ball of Wax: Sani Seal Toilet Gasket

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:39 EST

A new polyurethane toilet gasket eliminates mess and conforms to all toilet flanges for worry-free installation.

Back to the Wall: Geberit In-Wall Carrier System

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:37 EST

With just four connections needed for isntallation, the In-Wall Carrier System simplifies installation of wall-mounted toilets for remodeling or new construction.

High Point: Mansfield Summit Dual-Flush Toilet

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:35 EST

The popular Summit 3 toilet is now available as a dual-flush model.

Turning Japanese: Inax Eco-X Series Toilets

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:33 EST

Discharging all its water at once in a whirlpool effect beginning below the rim, Eco-X Series toilets clean the bowl from the top down.

Look, Ma, No Tools: American Standard Saver Toilet

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:54:31 EST

With tool-free installation, Saver toilets deliver high-efficiency water savings and require only hand-tightening to install.

Switch It Up: Water-Powered Back-Up Sump Pumps

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 12:02:56 EST

Fewer parts and pieces inclined remodeler Paul Hamtil to choose one brand of back-up pump over another. Here's why.

KBIS 2001- Day 3 Products

Wed, 25 May 2011 03:04:53 EST

New products at the 2011 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show from Blum, Delta, Enkeboll, Hanwha, Kohler, Panasonic, and QuARTz by ACO.

KBIS 2011 - Day 2 Products

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 03:39:43 EST

New products at the 2011 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show from Armstrong, Ashley Norton, Lenova, Premier Copper Products, ThinkGlass, and Toto.

Low-Flow Toilets Cause a Stink in San Francisco

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:38:07 EST

Skimping on toilet water by using low-flow toilets has resulted in more sludge backing up inside San Francisco’s sewer pipes, says Tyrone Jue, spokesman for the city Public Utilities Commission. This has created a rotten-egg smell in certain areas, especially during the drier summer months. The city has already invested $100 million over the past five years to upgrade its sewer system and sewage plants, in part to combat the odor problem. Now officials are stocking up on a $14 million, three-year supply (about 8.5 million pounds) of highly concentrated sodium hypochlorite (a.k.a. bleach) to counteract the odor and disinfect the city's treated water before it is dumped into the bay.

Handy Options: Handshowers

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:37:27 EST

A prominent trend in bathroom design, handshowers are available with a range of features.

WaterSense by the Numbers

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:37:25 EST

Some data from the EPA that may entice homeowners to upgrade to WaterSense-rated fixtures.