More than simply the look and feel of their kitchen and bath products, homeowners are concerned with their sustainability and environmental impact. These concerns extend beyond the manufacturing processes, as well – clients want to know that both their water delivery systems and their appliances are operating at peak efficiency, as much for their wallets as for their carbon footprints. Consumers also want to know that these products are contributing to (or at least not detrimental to) their wellness; they’re seeking the peace of mind that comes of knowing that VOC off-gassing and other potentially harmful effects have been mitigated through conscientious manufacturing practices.
Some sustainability trends in the kitchen and bath:
- Surfacing containing recycled content ranging from glass to cement to manufacturing or quarrying waste can be found in a vast array of aesthetic finishes.
- In light of recent concerns regarding health risks associated with fabricating engineered stone, low or no silica content surfacing is increasingly becoming available.
- Recycled plastics and other post-consumer waste can be found in solid surface, sinks and more.
- Water savings is a chief concern for faucets, showerheads and more, sometimes aided by smart technology and monitoring.
Premier Copper Products’ hand-hammered copper tiles are crafted using sustainable practices. Available in over a dozen styles, shapes and sizes, each tile is a unique work of art, the company …
LX Hausys America offers Cloud Ridge, a quartz surface within its VIATERA Suprema Collection. Inspired by the beauty of cloud-covered mountain landscapes, Cloud Ridge features a warm, off-white base accented …
Sonoma Forge has partnered with natural wood furniture maker Littlebranch Farm to create a series of vanities that deliver a rustic luxury look. The partnership merges Sonoma Forge’s hand-forged metal …
New to Native Trails’ NativeStone Collection, Arcata sinks sport a modern angular design, lightweight construction, and sustainable craftsmanship. It is available in 30″, 36″ and 48″ sizes, and all 10 …
Caesarstone has launched Caesarstone ICON, an advanced fusion surface that is crystalline silica free and made with ~80% recycled materials. The new surface technology advancement combines ecological practices, crystalline silica …
Duravit USA has added to its range of toilets with the introduction of several new designs. The company’s D-Neo PRO Series one- and two-piece toilets offer 1.28 GPF single flush, …
Neon Flexible Lighting from Task Lighting & Power is available in two series. Top Bend, which bends up and down for curved surfaces, features a low profile and three lumen …
KOHLER WasteLAB takes landfill-bound waste materials, left over from the manufacturing process, and converts them into functional tile products. Between 2019 and 2023, sales of WasteLAB tiles have diverted more than …