Builder- March 2009 - (Page 46) PRODUCTS Tip 2: Faucet Fix he pro-style range often takes center stage in a kitchen, but who says the faucet cannot assume that role? A high-powered range may not make sense for homeowners who don’t cook. But everyone—even those who order takeout—uses a faucet, so a cool one might be the way to go. The trick, of course, is keeping costs in check. Scour the Internet for online vendors off ering great deals or simply take a long look at a manufacturer’s entire offering. There may be some surprises in there. T KARBON COPY: Picture this baby in a loft kitchen or condo. Drawing inspiration from lighting and construction equipment, the manufacturer designed the Karbon articulating faucet to be highly versatile. The lightweight unit uses a combination of brass and carbon-fiber composite tubing and offers four joints that allow the spout to assume many positions. It uses ceramic disks and comes in polished chrome or vibrant stainless steel. ▪ Kohler. 800-456-4537. www.kohler.com. GO AHEAD, TOUCH IT: The Pilar high-arc pull-down faucet functions in the traditional way, but its Touch2O Technology allows a user to start and stop the flow of water with just a simple tap on the spout or the handle. A blue LED light indicates when the technology is engaged, and it turns red when the batteries need to be replaced. It comes in chrome and Brilliance stainless, and uses Diamond Seal Technology and ceramic disks. ▪ Delta. 800-345-3358. www.deltafaucet.com. Tip 3: Hardware Heroes abinet hardware is a small element, but it plays a major role in the feel of a kitchen or bath—sort of like the olive in a martini. Resist the urge to use flimsy products, which feel cheap. Instead, look for inexpensive pieces that have an upscale look and solid feel. Some manufacturers off er high-end looking products starting as low as $5 in a variety of finishes and styles to suit modern or traditional cabinets. “The overall benefi t is luxury hardware at a great price,” says Linda Jennings of Los Angeles–based Atlas Homewares. Plus, architects recommend using quality materials on surfaces that buyers touch often. BUDGET LIVING: Luxury looks for a lot less is how the manufacturer describes its lineup of cabinet hardware. The Linea Collection is modern, but it’s versatile enough for a transitional space. Available in polished chrome and brushed nickel, the pulls are produced in 5-, 8 5/8-, and 14 1/2-inch lengths. ▪ Atlas Homewares. 800-799-6755. www.atlashomewares.com. (see page 48) FOR MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION, VISIT EBUILD, HANLE Y WOOD’S INTER ACTIVE PRODUCT CATALOG, AT W W W.BUILDERONLINE.COM OR EBUILD.COM. C 46 ■ B U I LD E R m a rc h 2 0 0 9 W W W.BUILDERONLINE.COM http://www.kohler.com http://www.deltafaucet.com http://www.atlashomewares.com http://WWW.BUILDERONLINE.COM http://www.EBUILD.COM http://WWW.BUILDERONLINE.COM
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