AMEROCK® EXTENDS KITCHEN HERITAGE INTO BATHROOM<P>
Patented Hardware Designs and New Finish Unveiled at 2008 K/BIS
CHICAGO (April 10, 2008) – Recognized for the production of leading
decorative kitchen hardware that inspires, coordinates and helps express
personal style, Amerock is expanding its rich legacy into the bathroom
with the introduction of a comprehensive bath hardware line at
Kitchen/Bath Industry Show and Conference (K/BIS) in Chicago. Amerock
will be showcasing new bath hardware collections, Arrondi™, Markham™,
Clarendon™, Saybrook™ and Saybrook Classic™, and new lines of premium
kitchen hardware at booth S4028 at McCormick Place.
“Amerock has created cabinet hardware based on popular consumer design
trends for more than 75 years and is extending this expertise into the
bathroom with unique options that tie-in to the rest of the home,” said
Cindy Obiecunas, Amerock product manager. “We are constantly designing
hardware inspired by industry trends, which applies to the finishes we
incorporate as well. For instance, we are introducing a new finish this
year, Polished Nickel, to complement many popular fixtures currently
used in bathroom design today.”
The Arrondi collection, inspired by modern, minimalist design, features
100 percent Stainless Steel items, perfect for high-moisture bathrooms.
Included in the collection are 9-inch, 18-inch and 24-inch towel bars,
towel ring, single-post tissue roll holder and a robe hook, available
for approximately $16 to $55.
The remaining four collections feature patented designs. The Markham
collection provides crisp, linear definition in its design and is
available in multiple finishes including Oil-Rubbed Bronze and the
newest finish, Polished Nickel. Towel bars in 18-inches and 24-inches,
single-post tissue roll holder, new pivoting double-post tissue roll
holder, towel ring and robe hook are included in the collection with
prices ranging from $19 to $45.
With Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome and Oil-Rubbed Bronze finishes, the
Clarendon collection provides a more transitional design with curved,
rectangular shapes. Included in the collection are 18-inch and 24-inch
towel bars, 24-inch double towel bar, towel ring, single-post tissue
roll holder, new pivoting double-post tissue roll holder and robe hook
with prices ranging from $17 to $66.
The Saybrook collection is available in a Satin Nickel finish with a
transitional oval design. Towel bars in 18-inches and 24-inches,
single-post tissue roll holder, double-post tissue roll holder, towel
ring and robe hook are included in the collection with prices ranging
from $22 to $44.
Available in an Oil-Rubbed Bronze finish, the Saybrook Classic
collection features a rustic design. Included in the collection are
18-inch and 24-inch towel bars, towel ring, single-post tissue roll
holder and robe hook with prices ranging from $20 to $37.
All the Amerock bath hardware collections feature quick and easy
installation with mounting hardware and templates included.
Additionally, the hardware finishes carry the Amerock Guardian® Lifetime
Guarantee.
“With the addition of the Amerock bath hardware lines, we’re helping
consumers create a consistent look throughout their home,” said
Obiecunas. “Our vast array of finishes, designs and decorative accents
provide consumers with the ability to easily update the style of their
bathrooms and kitchen, depending on their current mood, by simply
changing their hardware.”
About Amerock
Amerock markets decorative hardware solutions that inspire, coordinate
and help express personal style. For the kitchen, bathroom and the rest
of the home, with a variety of finishes and designs for all decorating
tastes, Amerock is the ultimate, time-tested source for hardware needs.
Founded in 1929, Amerock is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, with a
distribution facility in Freeport, Illinois. Amerock markets products in
three categories: decorative hardware, functional hardware, and storage
solutions. For additional information on the company, visit the company
website at www.amerock.com or call (800) 435-6959. Amerock is part of
the Newell Rubbermaid family of companies.