INAX to Distribute Product Line in U.S.

Terranee, CA - INAX, Japan's leading manufacturer of tile and sanitary fixtures, has begun distribution of its lavatory products in the U.S., the company recently announced.

"We are aggressively going after the rebounding remodeling business," said INAX's Senior Regional Sales Manager Paul Burghardt, adding that the company is targeting plumbing distributor showrooms "that are looking for outstanding designs and a technically superior product lineup."INAX, whose U.S. unit is headquartered in Torrance, CA, officially launched its U.S. product lines this month, offering a range of items that includes high-efficiency dual-flush toilets, advanced toilet "bidet" seats, bathroom washbasins, pedestals paired with one-piece toilets, and the company's new luxury "REGIO" integrated toilet, which has bidet functions and a soundtrack that plays when the user lifts the lid.

"We are aggressively going after the rebounding remodeling business," said INAX's Senior Regional Sales Manager Paul Burghardt, adding that the company is targeting plumbing distributor showrooms "that are looking for outstanding designs and a technically superior product lineup."

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While much of the design focus in the bath centers around spectacular bathing and shower areas and beautifully detailed sinks, the more functional portion of the room has been hidden away or begrudgingly accepted as an undesirable necessity.

11. SensoWash Starck, a 'Shower Toilet' by Duravit, is the company's latest collaboration with designer Phillippe Starck. The flat, slim design that curves gently into the wall has a power-activated lid, a seat with rear, front and oscillating washes to provide three genderspecific wash types and a wireless remote control.In addition, the latest group of high-efficiency toilets provide greater flushing capabilities with less water usage, a bonus that will make environmentally and cost-conscious customers smile. And, bidets with multi-purpose options and "smart" toilet seats only add to the pampering environment that highly styled baths provide.Not anymore.Circle No. 216 on Product CardCircle No. 214 on Product CardCircle No. 212 on Product CardCircle No. 218 on Product Card3. Danze offers high-efficiency toilets (HETs) in several of its bath suites, including the Cirtangular two-piece, shown here. Available in White and Biscuit, and WaterSense certified, the Cirtangular uses 25% less water than a standard 1.6 gpf toilet. The new 1.28 gpf units are also available in the Orrington and Ziga Zaga collections.Circle No. 215 on Product Card6. K�hler is celebrating the 75th birthday of its Wellworth toilet by introducing a new version with Class Five flushing technology. The new model flushes at 1.28 gpf and is WaterSense certified. It is also available in a comfort-height model.7. Geberit's In-WaII Carrier Systems open up the space in powder rooms by mounting the plumbing fixtures on the wall instead of the floor. The systems are available for wall-hung toilets, wall-hung bidets and wallhung washbasins. All internal components are easily accessible.Circle No. 221 on Product CardThis month, Kitchen & Bath Design News takes a closer look at the latest offerings in the world of the water closet.Circle No. 219 on Product Card5. Caroma's Somerton Smart 270 One-Piece Toilet is a dual-flush high-efficiency toilet with a 1.28 gpf for solids and a 0.8 gpf rate for liquids. The Somerton Smart's contemporary styling includes an 'Easy Height' fully skirted bowl, and is suitable for ADA installations.4. The Porcher Solutions wall-mounted Dual Flush Toilet, part of the company's Solutions bath suite, offers the choice of 1.6 gpf or ultra-low consumption of 0.8 gpf. Its Geberit in-wall tank system is compact to accommodate small spaces.Today's toilets are highly styled to go along with their increased functionality, and can now take their rightful place as part of a dazzling bathroom design. From soft curves and geometric shapes to bold and striking colors, bath designers are now met with countless options to complement any style d�cor.1. Gerber has added two new toilets to its Avalanche series: the Avalanche 1.28 LS (shown) and the Avalanche gravity one piece. Both use 1.28 gallons per flush igpf) and are engineered with a 3" flush valve for quick evacuation. The toilets are available in White and Bone.10. The ECO-X Series of water-conserving toilets from INAX includes a lineup of one-piece and two-piece models with dual-flush action. The toilet uses 100 percent of the water with every flush to completely clean the bowl from the top down. The fixture's design is smooth from the tank lid to the base of the easy-toclean, full skirted bowl.8. Flushmate Pressure Assist Technology from Sloan Valve Co. conserves water. It is featured on the ULF toilet, which flushes less than 1.6 gpf, as well as the HET model, which flushes 1.0 gpf.Circle No. 220 on Product Card2. The new 1 .28 gpf Saver toilets from American Standard are designed to be installed with simple hand-tightening, so no additional tools are needed to install. Available in both one- and two-piece models, the Saver fits elongated comfort into a standard space, allowing small bathrooms to offer full-size comfort.Circle No. 213 on Product CardCircle No. 222 on Product CardCircle No. 217 on Product Card

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A Nose Bidet � Your Ticket to Nasal Health

Nose bidets are becoming a very popular way to treat allergies and the common cold. The Neti Pot is the most popular nose bidet available. There is a new kind of bidet spreading in popularity across the United States. The nose bidet or Neti Pot is an age-old remedy used in many cultures to combat sinus problems such as:

4. Dry your nasal area. Once you�ve finished flushing your sinuses, make sure you�ve gotten all water out by blowing through your nose and drying the area around it with a towel or tissue.2. Relax your muscles. The most important step to this process is to relax your facial muscles. Breathing through your mouth can be more effective than holding your breath.Whether you choose to use a nose bidet on a daily basis or just for occasional sinus relief, following a step-by-step process will ensure a safe and reasonably comfortable process. You can purchase a nose bidet or Neti Pot at most local drug stores or order online if they are unavailable in your area. To use your nose bidet:Fighting a cold. The most common use of a nose bidet is to treat the common cold. Some people use it at the first sign of illness while others turn to it when all other remedies fail.Incorporating a nose bidet can help relieve sinus pressure and leave you breathing easier during cold and flu season or on a daily basis. It was even recommended by Dr. Oz on the Oprah Winfrey show. Give a nose bidet a try and your sigh of relief will be more satisfying than ever before.Chronic allergies. A nose bidet can help relieve the constant sniffling, sneezing and sinus congestion that plague many adults on a seasonal basis.Avid users swear by daily irrigation of the sinuses, similar to the routine of brushing your teeth.3. Pour the solution. Hold your head over a sink or tub and pour the solution into one nostril, allowing gravity to let it flow through your nasal passages. You may also want to repeat the process starting with the opposite nostril.

Incorporating a nose bidet can help relieve sinus pressure and leave you breathing easier during cold and flu season or on a daily basis. It was even recommended by Dr. Oz on the Oprah Winfrey show. Give a nose bidet a try and your sigh of relief will be more satisfying than ever before.