Kitchen And Bath Show

Frigidaire Professional Appliances at Affordable Prices We've been to this year's KBIS and IBS (Kitchen and Bath and International Builder Show), and more recently the PCBC (Pacific Coast Builder Conference). So, we've seen a LOT of new appliances. One of the most impressive and practical is the new Frigidaire Professional Collection. It may be true that everybody has Pro-Look appliances these days. But outfitting your entire kitchen with this "look" can easily begin with a budget breaking $50,000. Frigidaire had a different idea with it's Professional Collection by offering professional styled kitchens starting at $4,999. Of course, you can easily double that with some of their more deluxe models, but I think you get what I mean here. When describing the Frigidarie Professional Range the reviewer below called it:"A great looking range for the rest of us."-James Atchison, Reviewed.comFrigidaire All Refigerator and All RefrigeratorThe all refrigerator and all freezer combination that Frigidaire offers is unique among the mass brands, and offers some real possibilities for a refrigerator and freezer wall or even a completely separate location for refrigerator and freezer. Here are the details:Frigidaire Professional® All RefrigeratorFPRU19F8RFClick on model number above to go to the UAKC link with additonal features and pricing. PureAir® Filtration System removes up to 7 times more odor than baking soda by eliminating odor particles with fast-acting, highly absorbent carbon technology2. The SpacePro™ Shelving System offers quick access to fresh ingredients with organizational solutions designed for space optimization

New Franke Planar 8 Kitchen Sink and Faucet During the recent Kitchen and Bath International Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas we saw a variety of stunning new products. We were especially pleased to see at new kitchen and bath sink and faucet collection from a favorite brand, Franke. Read more below: LAS VEGAS (JANUARY 20, 2015) — The new Planar 8 Series of handcrafted, Italian-made, stainless steel kitchen sinks from Franke Kitchen Systems feature sleek, contemporary designs that are right at home in any modern kitchen décor. Introducing the New Franke Planar 8 Kitchen Sink Designed and hand-fabricated in Italy, the Franke Planar 8 Kitchen Sink Series is made from premium 304 grade 18-gauge stainless steel, equipped with sound-dampening pads and Franke’s silky luster finish. Other key features include: Maximized work space: These undermount sinks measure 17 inches from front to back to enhance countertop work space without compromising sink functionality. Maximized storage space: The drain is placed in the rear of the unit so that drainage piping does not crowd the space inside the cabinet beneath the sink. Easier cleaning: Unlike other hand-fabricated sinks, the new Franke Planar 8 sinks are engineered with an 8 degree radius in the corners making the sink much easier to maintain. Enhanced functionality: Custom accessories, such as a bottom grid and a cutting board, are available to create a more productive and enjoyable food-preparation experience. In conjunction with this introduction, Franke is also unveiling the Planar 8 Flex Semi-Professional Kitchen Faucet as a

New Dacor Appliances The 2015 KBIS (Kitchen and Bath International Show) is scheduled for next week. We're wondering what to expect in new appliances. In 2014, Dacor won numerous awards for their products, including the new products below. iQ 30" Wall Ovens and RangeDacor’s Discovery iQTM Wall Oven and Range shown at KBIS 2014 touts integrated and intuitive Android™ connectivity enabled by a proprietary Dacor iQ Cooking App. Using the enabled smart phone, even novice chefs can become experts with a simple swipe of a finger. Easy to use touch controls ensure that favorite dishes are conveniently cooked to perfection. Discovery Wine Station DYWS4The Discovery WineStation® is the first automated, temperature controlled, four-bottle wine dispensing and preservation system for the home. The connoisseur can choose the right wine and just the right amount - a taste, a half glass or a full glass - with the touch of a finger. A perfect addition to your home, in the kitchen, bar, den, game room or wine cellar, the Dacor Discovery WineStation maintains the freshness of your favorite wine selections for up to 60 days without the loss of flavor or natural aroma. Touch Gas CooktopHere's what Dacor President Steve Joseph had to say about the new Gas TouchTop. "Dacor is proud to introduce another first for the American kitchen. Our new Gas TouchTop combines the performance benefits of gas cooking with the convenience, safety and

Design, Food, and Wine Inspiration in 2014 Favorite Los Angeles Area events for 2014 Dwell on Design Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CAJune 20 – 22, 2014 Dwell on Design L.A. is touted as the largest design event in the U.S. It's a unique three-day event featuring content from over 200 top minds in design, and exhibitions by more than 400 exhibitors, with exceptional educational events for attendees. Nearly 300,000 square feet dedicated to exhibitions —from Dwell Outdoor to the Modern Family Pavilion to the Tech Zone, the 30,000+ attendees will find themselves immersed in Design. At the kitchen and bath zone on the show floor, brands like Miele, Dacor, and GE Monogram showcased their latest appliances and designs.Over at Miele, attendees checked out the super-sleek Contour Line of ovens and temperature-controlled, under-counter wine storage systems. Dacor welcomed attendees with champagne, and showed off induction cooktops and Discovery iQ Wall Ovens that connect wirelessly to a tablet computer for easy smart phone access. On the bathroom side, Brizo displayed freestanding tubs and tub fillers from the uncluttered, single-handle Odin line. British brand Victoria + Albert brought naturally white, freestanding tubs and Amiata basins made of volcanic limestone and high-performance resin. LA Food & Wine Santa Monica, Downtown, Hollywood, Beverly HillsAugust 21-24 In its fourth year, the Los Angeles Food & Wine Festival, is made possible with generous support from founding partners FOOD & WINE, Lexus, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, JENN-AIR, and

Brizo and Toto Tub Fillers at UAKCOne of the big hits at the 2014 Kitchen and Bath Show (KBIS) was the variety of freestanding tub fillers shown. Designed for the many popular freestanding tubs, there are more styles and varieties of tub fillers available than ever before. Here are a couple of examples available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center from two top brands, Toto and Brizo.TOTOTOTO Freestanding Two Handle Tub Filler with HandshowerThe two-handle model exudes refinement with its elegant curved longneck spout and simple, clean lines. Its spout swivels for ease of use, and the flexible handshower’s aerated flow creates a sensuous whoosh of water to lather soap or rinse it away, while conserving the precious elementTOTO Freestanding Single Handle Tub Filler with HandshowerMaking a strong architectural statement, with refined angles and edges, the single handle bath filler makes a memorable design statement for modern living spaces. Attaching the mono block handshower to back of the back of the bath filler maintains its stark, geometric designBoth units feature valves of solid brass construction, which provide greater strength and durability for years of reliable performance. Their 90-degree-turn ceramic disc valving is resistant to debris and hard water, which insures smooth turning action, eliminates drips, and provides reliable water flow control no matter the water conditions.BRIZOVIRAGE SINGLE-HANDLE FREESTANDING TUB FILLERElegantly twisted forms create a hand crafted work of art for the bath Floor mounted installation; solid brass construction; trim only High flow ceramic mixing

TOTO at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterDuring the 2014 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), TOTO received the Best of BATH: Silver award for the NEOREST 750H, and a Best of KBIS recognition for the Aero Rain Shower. Each of these award winning products is available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. Read more about the Neorest 750H, the Aero Rain Shower, and TOTO below:The NEOREST 750H offers unrivaled comfort and cleanliness. Its Actlight technology rids the bowl of visible / invisible waste, keeping it fresh and clean for months. Universal height, it’s accessible to users of all ages & abilities with its integrated personal cleansing system, auto open/close & auto flush features. Its ultra high-efficiency Cyclone dual-flush system is unaffected by a building's water pressure; units in high-rise or low-rise buildings achieve the same powerful performance.TOTO’s Aero Rain Shower offers a luxuriant, yet water saving, showering experience. Its innovative AeroJet+ technology increases each droplet's volume by drawing air in through the showerhead & pumping it into the water droplets – enlarging them for better coverage. Further enhancing bathers’ experience, the aerated water falls in short, pulsating intervals, so they feel as if they’re enjoying more water than they are actually using, which honors our water supply by reducing consumption.ABOUT TOTO:TOTO is the largest plumbing manufacturer in the world. For nearly 100 years, the TOTO Global Group has been the recognized leader in innovation, advanced-technology, and precision

International Builders Show andKitchen And Bath Industry Show On Feb. 3-6, 2014 the International Builders Show (IBS) and the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) for the first time will be co-locating their shows at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Product lines that will be showcased include many of the major appliance and plumbing fixture brands that you can find at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). Appliance brands participating at the show include Frigidaire, Electrolux, BSH (Bosch, Thermador, and Gaggenau), Viking, Dacor, Liebherr, and others. Plumbing lines such as Brizo, KWC, Toto, Everpure, and many more will also exhibit. Trade shows allow manufacturers to display their products to the builders, contractors, dealers, distributors, designers, and remodelers who purchase and use their products. Manufacturers often show new products to get opinions and recommendations from industry veterans. The shows also provide an annual opportunity for customers to meet with suppliers, discuss concerns, and plan the year ahead. Just to give you an idea, induction cooking has been previewed at these shows for at least 10-15 years. Now, it is finally a reality with nearly all cooking product manufacturers offering some induction cooktops and/or ranges. Similarly, various speed cooking products have been shown over the years with mixed success. Both GE and Whirlpool have versions (Advantium and Velos) on the market now, but Thermador's Jet Impingement system shown in the early 2000's never launched.What will we see this year? Odds are there will be

Stay tuned to this blog, and check back daily for news of this years Kitchen and Bath International Show in Chicago. It begins on Tuesday April 24th and ending Thursday April 26th. We'll provide regular updates so check this site often.