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RETAILOBSERVER.COM AUGUST 2017 28 hammer strikes, and over the course of several weeks, the work of Native Trails' master coppersmiths reflects centuries of craft techniques that have been passed down and continually refined. Santorini is available in the following finishes: • Antique finish ($9,330) • Polished Copper finish ($9,490), • Brushed Nickel finish, which sheaths the tub's hammered copper body ($13,330). • Outer Dimension: 66" X 32.5" X 24" Visit www.nativetrails.net/bath/bathing to see the complete Native Trails copper bath collection. For further information, contact Native Trails at (800) 786-0862 or visit the company on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, and Houzz. HANSGROHE INTRODUCES INNOVATIVE KITCHEN SOLUTIONS GOING WITH THE FLOW IN THE KITCHEN According to a recent study, people spend roughly 1-2 hours a day in the kitchen--that's over 500 hours, or 23 days a year. While so much time is spent in the space, a recent study shows that only 19% of Americans are happy with their kitchen. Specifically, a striking 42% of respondents indicated that their kitchen is not big enough, reporting that this affects their ability to cook. As it turns out, a solution doesn't necessarily require a costly renovation—a quick upgrade of kitchen fixtures can do the trick. Hansgrohe's new faucet range was developed to meet this market demand, freeing up space and allowing cooks to be masters of their culinary domain. According to Joel Gamoran, Sur La Table National Chef, "Any seasoned chef knows that an exceptional kitchen faucet is just as important as a sharp knife or a cast iron pan. Hansgrohe's new kitchen faucet range really celebrates this connection with cooking. Taking ergonomics and kinesiology into account, its features allow for users to be more efficient and comfortable in the kitchen." NEW SELECT FUNCTION FOR GREATER CONVENIENCE AND FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT Hansgrohe's Select technology is integrated into the new kitchen models including the Talis Select S, Metris Select, and the AXOR Citterio Select collections. Developed in collaboration with Phoenix Design, Select enables hands-free operation. Intuitive and practical, Select functionality requires neither a power supply nor any additional equipment hidden in the cabinet below. Users turn water on and off by engaging the Select button with the back of the wrist, elbow, etc., contributing to increased workflow around the sink. Since the flow is shut on and off with just a push, temperature and volume can be conveniently preset. Turning the lever handle, which is ergonomically shaped for comfort, sets the temperature and water volume. When the lever handle remains open, the setting is easily maintained. In more detail, kitchen introductions from Hansgrohe and AXOR include: Talis Select S HighArc Kitchen Faucet • Distinctive conical body and a sculptural handle • Select button for a comfortable start/stop of the water flow • Ergonomic pull-out spout, increasing sink operating range by 20 inches • 150-degree swivel spout range that turns in any direction • Magnetic attachment spout to securely reattach to the faucet body after use • Pre-set temperature and volume controls • Chrome and steel Optik finish options Metris Select HighArc Kitchen Faucet • Chic, softened-rectangular shape • Select button for a comfortable start/stop of the water flow • Ergonomic pull-out spout, increasing the sink operating range by 20 inches • 150-degree swivel spout range that turns in any direction • Magnetic attachment allowing the spout to securely reattach to the faucet body after use • Preset temperature and volume controls • Chrome finish • Also available in a smaller scale: Metris Select prep kitchen faucet AXOR Citterio Select Kitchen Faucet Select button for a comfortable start/stop of the water flow • Ergonomic pull-out spout, increasing the sink operating range by 20 inches I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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