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Recently, one of our customer’s ordered a Gerber Metal Threaded Nipple, which is now discontinued with no replacement offered. This nipple goes with the Threaded Escutcheon for the tub/shower extension body (#99031679) that is still available. However, for those that prefer to replace both when doing a repair, there is a plastic nipple that would […]
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The difference between a standard ball valve and a full-port ball valve is the size of the ball and bore in relation to the nominal pipe size of the valve. For example, the bore size in a 3/4 inch full port ball valve is 3/4 inch in diameter, while the bore diameter in a standard […]
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A recent customer sent in pictures of an old Symmons metering faucet looking for a comparable but cost-friendly faucet. Our team was able to find and ID this quickly. It was identified as an old model S-60; the newer version of that faucet is the Symmons SLC-6000, Best #78860.
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Chicago Faucets announced a redesign of the MVP faucet cartridge. This redesign was necessary to address the industry demands for additional cycle time. The previous design claim was a 2-15 second cycle time, which adequately addressed water conservation needs. However, with new health concerns, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends washing your […]
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Sales rep Robert Smith recently had a customer request a quote for an auto-draining shower hose. The customer reported issues in their shower with stagnant water remaining in their handheld shower hoses after use, which can cause numerous issues, such as a potential for Legionnaire’s. Chicago Faucet has a new line of auto-draining shower systems […]
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The American Standard Heritage faucets have been discontinued. However, replacement parts are available through Best Plumbing Specialties! If a new faucet is needed, American Standard suggests their Monterey line, which is like the Heritage. The Monterrey Widespread Lavatory Faucet with VR Wrist can be found at #99885160.
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If you have been searching for a toilet seat that was telescoping, elongated, slow-closing, white, and features a push-fit for an American Standard toilet, we have an answer! You can use #99776408. This includes a universal bowl fit with top and bottom mounting hardware.
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Did you know Zurn carries a BioCare flush valve handle? Though it used to be available in white, it now only comes in chrome. BioCare means an anti-microbial coating designed to fight destructive microbes, such a bacteria, yeast, mold, and mildew. It is complete with Zurn’s Aqua-Vantage TPE, chloramine resistant, triple seal design. It easily […]
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Pasco has four models of glass fillers available. There is a 1/4 x 3/8 tubing reducing coupling if you want to convert the ¼” to 3/8”. These are AB1953 Compliant, which means they are lead free. Customers who have ordered these include medical centers, YMCA’s, corporate office properties, public health associations, and colleges. They have […]
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A customer recently asked one of our sales reps if JaniWrap can be applied to wet toilets or do toilets need to be cleaned and dried first? According to our customer service team, the answer is yes and no. JaniWrap adheres well on water slick porcelain surfaces. However, it does not adhere on urine slick […]
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