WetStyle Comes to the American Canyon Showroom

Filed under Bathrooms by on January 31, 2011 at 3:05 pm {no comments}

We are pleased to welcome WetStyle to the Showroom at American Canyon.

WetStyle M Collection

 WetStyle is a Canadian company which manufactures bathtubs, sinks and furniture that are based in a minimalist aesthetic. WetStyle has been doing their work for 25 years and their tub collection is focused on three design families; “Be”, “Cube” and “Ove”.

Wetstyle Cube Collection

 WetStyle is able to create their clean and elegant tubs because of the material they use. Trademarked under the name “Wetmar” this material is a fusion of natural stone and plastic and allows itself to be formed into a variety of tub and sink shapes. Wetmar is good for heat insulation and has a smooth sealed surface that is naturally hygienic. The surface is also non-slip and minimizes the built-up of grime or calcium deposits.

Wetstyle Be Collection Tub

 Our Wetstyle display features the “Cube” tub five foot model with a glossy surface. The surface really is amazingly smooth with an attractive gloss to the finish. We have also added some accessories that we think make the tub a bit more luxurious. These include the padded backrest and the “Cube Round Platter” which is a plate size disc that fits onto the tub rim.

Round Platter by Wetstyle

 Our WetStyle display also includes furniture from the M Collection. The M Collection is a modular collection of pieces including vanity, mirrored cabinet, linen cabinet and wheeled storage. All follow a clean line styling which shows the beauty of the wood. The M Collection is available in Oak (natural, wenge, white, white-washed or grey washed) or Walnut (natural or chocolate). Our display features a 36” vanity with linen storage and mirrored cabinet. We have also included the vanity top sink in a glossy finish.

Wetstyle M Collection in Natural Walnut

 Collection  C (for Clinic) is based on a combination of stainless steel and white. The console of stainless steel is available in polished or brushed and paired with a molded one piece countertop sink. Collection C also offers mirrors with a stainless steel frame in a 28” x 19” or 48” x 19” configuration. Collection C is displayed in our Walnut Creek showroom.

Wetstyle Collection C Console

 We are currently displaying WetStyle in our front window area. Please come in and see it for yourself.

Kitchen Sink Basics

Filed under Kitchens by on April 9, 2010 at 6:08 pm {2 comments}

Kitchen sinks are one of the most commonly requested items in our showroom and the choices of material and style have grown tremendously over the years. For the most part kitchen sinks are made of stainless steel, fireclay, cast iron or composite. Copper has gained in popularity lately and we occasionally see sinks made from granite or soap stone.

Stainless steel is the most varied in style and construction and is the most misunderstood. You can buy a 33″X22″ dbl bowl stainless sink for $100.00 or $2000.00 and all points in between. To read mode about stainless sinks please see the tab under Product Knowledge and refer to our blog posts.

Fireclay is a great choice for both looks and durability. More companies have begun offering fireclay but still the choice of styles is limited compared to stainless steel. In general fireclay is a somewhat more expensive option.

Composite sinks have been around a long time and include a number of different brands. Not all composite sinks are made the same way. For example, Swanstone offers sinks made from their plastic compound that is compression molded. It is extremely heat resistant and tough. Quartz is another type of composite made from a blend of true quartz stone and a resin or plastic bonding material. These types of sinks have been around for 20+ years and will deliver years of service. Composite sinks do offer a fairly good range of styles, colors and prices.

Cast iron is offered by only a few manufacturers the most familiar of which is the Kohler Company. Kohler has continued to create beautiful options in cast iron and you can find styles both basic and intricate. Commercial Enameling is a California based company that also offers cast iron kitchen sinks.

These are the most common choices but not the only ones. Copper is gaining popularity in the kitchen. Soapstone is a material with a long history in the kitchen and can still be purchased from a few vendors today. Many manufacturers offer sinks cut from natural stone, most commonly in a farm sink style.

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