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On Dec. 16, the U.S. Department of Energy officially reversed weakened showerhead standards adopted under the previous administration. Since 1994, showerheads have been limited to a 2.5-gallon-per-minute (gpm) standard, and in 2013 this requirement was amended to ensure the 2.5-gpm standard applies to fixtures with more than one showerhead. The rules adopted in 2020 allowed each individual showerhead to meet the 2.5-gpm standard (for example, a fixture with three showerheads could use 7.5 gpm), while also exempting body sprays from the standard.

The nasty secret that we decorative plumbing folks hold close to our vest is that only a handful of architects, designers, builders and maybe a homeowner or two have the ability to completely design, procure and build the bathroom that they envision. 

Water heater manufacturer Rinnai America Corp. has been working for the last three years with a state department of corrections to upgrade the water heating systems in five prison facilities. This initiative, Jason Tuttle, Rinnai America’s commercial business manager for the North Central region, notes, had a goal to increase the facility’s overall efficiencies.

Bradley Corp.’s Mills Phenolic No-Site Partitions eliminate unpleasant gaps between doors and pilasters for complete privacy.

Serene Steam’s sleek and flush-fitting fixture offers steam, aroma and light therapy, which work synergistically to create a holistic steam-bathing environment that will invigorate all senses and assist the body to sweat, the company explains. 

The flush valve from Walraven supports the 1" line from toilet carrier to wall.

TOTO’s new Drake transitional WASHLET+ CS aesthetic yet functional design offers a gently flaring tank, supporting a generous lid and distinct lip, creating newfound shelving space for bathroom necessities, the company explains. 

Sloan’s Designer Urinal is designed to provide a distinct visual edge to the commercial restroom without sacrificing performance, the company notes

Bradley Corp.’s Mills Phenolic No-Site Partitions eliminate unpleasant gaps between doors and pilasters for complete privacy. 

The GROHE Essence right height, dual-flush elongated toilet has sleek German design and engineering, featuring DreamClean technology to ensure the bowl is thoroughly cleared and cleaned, while conserving water, GROHE explains.