Have you heard the news? TOTO is phasing out older Drakes with updated models. TOTO Drake toilets are very popular, so we have seen a lot of curiosity about this transition. The most frequently asked question we’re getting is what is the difference between the old Drakes and the new TOTO Drake toilets release? We’ll get into the nitty-gritty details in a moment, but the highlights are that the new Drakes all have Dynamax tornado flushing and sleek rimless bowl design. We’re going to focus on some of the most popular examples from the Drake series (we’ll be shipping these August 1st):
Fall 2019 Update: Moen has added a few new fixtures to this popular collection. Like the rest of the collection, each model comes in chrome, Spot Resist stainless, and matte black. Check them out:
We’ve got another exciting Moen release here at PlumbersStock. The new Moen Paterson kitchen faucets will have you set up for your main kitchen sink and bar sink, with beautiful designs and useful functionality. Moen explains the design: The faucet’s design brilliantly combines everyday industrial components – such as metal wands, bolt-inspired accents, and a secondary, optional spoke-and-wheel handle design – into one distinctive style. That’s right; each Paterson faucet comes with an option to use the wheel handle, which is very trendy right now.
There are two unique models in the collection, and three finishes for each model. The Paterson kitchen sink faucet is available in:
As mentioned, each of them has two handle choices (lever and wheel). If you want a matching fixture for your bar sink, then you will want to get your hands on one of these. To be clear, the bar faucet does include the pulldown feature:
At PlumbersStock, we are very excited to introduce the release of a fantastic collection that includes eight beautiful fixtures, the new Moen Nio kitchen faucets. These designs were inspired by a growing trend in home decorating, the mixing of metals. For homeowners that like to personalize their kitchen, they’ll be happy to know that their purchase comes with multiple handle options (standard and accented).
There are two different models (one for the kitchen sink, one for the bar), and four finishes for each model. The Nio kitchen sink faucet is available in:
As mentioned, each of them has two handle choices. If you want a matching fixture for your bar sink, then you will want to get your hands on one of these. To be clear, the bar faucet does not have the pulldown feature:
One of our favorite brands at PlumbersStock is Green Mountain Grills. Several of our employees have pellet grills, so we trade recipes one with another, and everybody enjoys delicious company cookouts. That’s why we are so excited to announce a deal that is exclusive to the web with this new Davy Crockett Smoker Grill bundle (DCWF-WEB). This is a portable Davy Crockett Pellet Grill starter kit, and it’s WiFi-enabled, so you can monitor temperature and change it using your smartphone. We’ll get more into the features later. Let’s talk about what’s included. You get everything you’d expect from the standard stainless, WiFi Davy Crockett (DCWF), plus:
a cover for protecting your grill
a Green Mountain Grills rub
8lbs of gourmet wood pellets
freight shipping is included in the price
This will make a great Father’s Day gift for any Dad.
We are excited to announce the arrival of the new Elkay ezH2O Liv bottle fillers here at PlumbersStock. We’ve been excited about them since we saw them demoed at KBIS 2018. There are four options right now, and we’ll go over all the features in a bit, but it’s worth mentioning that the real selling point with ezH2O Liv is that it’s a beautiful fixture you will love having in your kitchen. Earlier ezH2O models look like they are meant for commercial applications, whereas ezH2O Liv is intended for residential installations. You could go commercial with these, but they are coming out with a commercial option (more on that below). All of these models are filtered:
GROHE is one of the most popular manufacturers among PlumbersStock customers. The new and innovative GROHE Rapido SmartBox rough-in valve (GROHE 35601000) is a great example as to why they are so popular. Installing a new shower or shower parts can be such a pain, but with a universal valve like the SmartBox, the process is simplified. One of the best selling points of this valve is that you can run up to 3 showers off it. The Rapido SmartBox is slim in size, with only a 3″ minimum installation depth. The bottom two inlets make connecting to pipe an easy process. There are other features to discuss, more on that later.
Rapido SmartBox Compatibility
The Rapido SmartBox valve is universal, which means it is compatible with all the various SmartControl trim options from the Grohtherm collection. The square wall plates come in chrome, brushed nickel, and moon white. Take note that the round only comes in chrome and moon white. All MPN’s below link to the chrome options:
Single Function – we carry both the single function round SmartControl (29 136 000), and the square SmartControl (29 140 000). The obvious configurations here would be for 1 shower head or 1 tub faucet, but you can also pair with the Triple Volume Control valve to deliver 4 functions.
Dual Function – maybe the most popular purchase here. Check out the round SmartControl (29 137 000) as well as the square SmartControl (29 141 000). Typically you would configure this option for a tub and a shower head or for a shower head and hand shower.
Triple Function – to get the most functionality out of your new SmartBox valve, this triple function round SmartControl (29 138 000) or the square SmartControl (29 142 000) are the way to go. A typical configuration here would be a shower head, hand shower, and tub spout, or tub, shower, with 3 body jets.
The new TOTO GS series is a great solution for updating your bathroom. There are several different choices for lavatory faucets and matching bathtub trim. There are three distinct finishes in this collection: brushed nickel, polished nickel, and polished chrome. Just add #BN, #PN, or #CP to the end of each manufacturer product number (MPN) to modify it for the finish. At PlumbersStock, TOTO is one of our most popular brands, and it’s easy to see why. Their innovative designs are always on the cutting edge of style and technology.
TOTO GS Bathroom Sink Faucets
All the faucets in the GS collection include metal pop-up drain assemblies, are made with brass construction, and are WaterSense certified. This means they meet high-efficiency standards, as they operate at 1.2 gallons per minute.
3-Hole Lavatory Faucet
There is only one model in the TOTO GS series that fits this description, and it’s the TLG03201U widespread lavatory faucet. You can get it in three different finishes. This is meant for deck-mounted installations and the handles can be installed with an 8″ to 11″ spread.
1-Hole Lavatory Faucets
There are three models in the collection that fit this description. If you have a regular drop-in or undermount sink, then you should go with the TLG03301U lavatory faucet. Now if you have a vessel sink, the other two faucets are going to be the right solution for you. There is the TLG03303U semi-vessel faucet and also the TLG03305U vessel faucet. These are deck-mount faucets and on all three models, the lever is on top of the fixture which is part of what makes it easy to use (it’s called Comfort Glide technology). The faucets are ADA compliant, and the fact that it’s a one-hole installation makes things simpler. The ceramic cartridge features of Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC), which is extremely durable.
The new Flo by Moen smart home water monitoring system and leak detector is an excellent solution for homeowners looking for peace of mind. This Moen Flo leak detection valve is great for tracking your water usage so you can change habits to save on utilities and lessen your environmental impact. Still, maybe the best benefit is that you can catch leaks before they become disasters. If you have a vacation home, a cabin, or rental properties, or just somebody who goes on extended vacations, this is a great way to stay on top of potential plumbing problems. There are 2 options, depending on pipe size:
At PlumbersStock, we are very excited about the release of the new GROHE Sense smart home water sensor system. It’s an innovative way for homeowners to prevent water damage and waste. Think about it, we’re all busy and we don’t have time to remember to check our plumbing connections frequently, and even if you do have the time, major issues can arise and cause horrible damage in a matter of a couple hours. GROHE’s solved this problem with GROHE Sense technology. There are three main solutions to choose from, as well as a few accessories:
We’ve got some innovative new bathroom solutions in this TOTO toilets release, summer 2018. There are also quite a few complete bathroom sets being released, like the GS and the GR, which we will cover here on the blog at a later date. For now, we’re going to talk about these awesome new toilets. No matter what TOTO fixtures you get, you’re going to love it.
Before we get into the products, we need to explain some of the features. All of these toilets come with CeFiONtect ceramic glaze (formerly referred to as Sanagloss by TOTO). The seat designs are modern and slim and SoftClose means you will be limiting noisy disturbances for sleeping babies and partners.