KBB - October 2014 - 35

Kohler
Categories: Bath Accessories, Bath Cabinets/
Vanities, Bath Faucets, Bath Sinks, Kitchen
Faucets, Kitchen Sinks, Shower Systems, Toilets,
Tubs and Whirlpools
Homeowners are often wary of taking on a
kitchen remodel, mostly for the cost and time
concerns. There are a few ways, however, that
you can help your clients understand that their
remodel does not have to take a month or cost
them an arm and a leg. A great way to help
a homeowner ease into a kitchen remodel is
through a stepped approach, focusing on the
areas that offer the best value to you and the
homeowner alike.
Replacing the existing kitchen sink is a fairly
easy undertaking, and with some of the new
models on the market, it doesn't require extra
time on your part. For a homeowner, switching
from a self-rimming or undercounter model to
an apron-front will give their space a new look
and bring the sink to the forefront of the kitchen.
In the past, this type of replacement meant substantial work on the cabinets, adding time and
cost to the project, but with sinks like the KOHLER
Vault top-mount self-trimming sink, it is a simple
install. The unique 7-in. apron allows the sink to
ﬁt on top of the existing cabinetry - minus the
false drawer if you are removing a self-rimming
or undercounter model - while still providing the
homeowner spacious 9-in.-deep basins. Plus
this stainless steel sink blends well with stainless
and chrome appliances.
Offering homeowners a pullout or pull down
faucet can give them more functionality in the
sink space as well. This step can give you a centerpiece that "pops" and helps accentuate the

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apron-front sink and faucet, as well as the surrounding area.

remodel and visually bring it all together for the
homeowner.

Refresh the existing cabinetry with a new coat
of paint or ﬁnish and swap outdated hardware
for more modern pull knobs. Homeowners will
love the quick, new "ﬁx" and certainly appreciate you saving them the cost and headache
of new cabinets. An updated cabinet face
changes the entire look of the kitchen with
minimal effort

If you are working with hands-on clients, make
them a part of the project through concepting
tools like the KOHLER online kitchen planner that
allows a homeowner to visualize their perfect
space by trying out a variety of sinks, faucets
and countertops in a virtual kitchen sink space.
This will help the selection process move along
more smoothly and maybe even put some
of their initial concern to rest. This type of tool
can even help you put together a visual of the
actual project for your client.

Fresh paint on the kitchen walls and a backsplash will add the ﬁnishing touches to a kitchen

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KBB - October 2014

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of KBB - October 2014

KBB - October 2014
Contents
Online Contents
Editor’s Note
Show Director’s Note
People & Places
Business Strategy
Tech Savvy
Universal Design
Solutions
Reader’s Choice Awards
KBIS Countdown to Design & Construction Week
Trends
Products
Design
Timeless Beauty
Art as Life
Last Word
KBB - October 2014 - Intro
KBB - October 2014 - KBB - October 2014
KBB - October 2014 - Cover2
KBB - October 2014 - 1
KBB - October 2014 - Contents
KBB - October 2014 - 3
KBB - October 2014 - Online Contents
KBB - October 2014 - 5
KBB - October 2014 - Editor’s Note
KBB - October 2014 - 7
KBB - October 2014 - Show Director’s Note
KBB - October 2014 - 9
KBB - October 2014 - People & Places
KBB - October 2014 - 11
KBB - October 2014 - 12
KBB - October 2014 - 13
KBB - October 2014 - 14
KBB - October 2014 - 15
KBB - October 2014 - Business Strategy
KBB - October 2014 - 17
KBB - October 2014 - Tech Savvy
KBB - October 2014 - 19
KBB - October 2014 - Universal Design
KBB - October 2014 - 21
KBB - October 2014 - 22
KBB - October 2014 - 23
KBB - October 2014 - Solutions
KBB - October 2014 - 25
KBB - October 2014 - 26
KBB - October 2014 - 27
KBB - October 2014 - 28
KBB - October 2014 - 29
KBB - October 2014 - Reader’s Choice Awards
KBB - October 2014 - 31
KBB - October 2014 - 32
KBB - October 2014 - 33
KBB - October 2014 - 34
KBB - October 2014 - 35
KBB - October 2014 - 36
KBB - October 2014 - 37
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KBB - October 2014 - 39
KBB - October 2014 - 40
KBB - October 2014 - KBIS Countdown to Design & Construction Week
KBB - October 2014 - 42
KBB - October 2014 - 43
KBB - October 2014 - 44
KBB - October 2014 - 45
KBB - October 2014 - 46
KBB - October 2014 - 47
KBB - October 2014 - Trends
KBB - October 2014 - 49
KBB - October 2014 - 50
KBB - October 2014 - 51
KBB - October 2014 - Products
KBB - October 2014 - 53
KBB - October 2014 - 54
KBB - October 2014 - 55
KBB - October 2014 - 56
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KBB - October 2014 - 58
KBB - October 2014 - 59
KBB - October 2014 - 60
KBB - October 2014 - 61
KBB - October 2014 - Timeless Beauty
KBB - October 2014 - 63
KBB - October 2014 - 64
KBB - October 2014 - 65
KBB - October 2014 - Art as Life
KBB - October 2014 - 67
KBB - October 2014 - 68
KBB - October 2014 - 69
KBB - October 2014 - 70
KBB - October 2014 - Last Word
KBB - October 2014 - 72
KBB - October 2014 - Cover3
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