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PR ODUCTS

Fixtures

BOCCHI ADERCI (FORTE) APRON-FRONT SINK
With families spending more time at home—and in the kitchen—over the past year, counter
space has been at a premium. Bocchi tackles this problem with its Aderci (a.k.a. Forte) apron-
front sink, a blend of fireclay and aluminum that is half the size of a traditional farmhouse sink,
yet offers 20 percent more volume, without reducing countertop size.
Fireclay is a 100 percent natural organic and recyclable material that has been used by
craftsmen for centuries to create timeless appliances. Its crafting in 2,000 degree Fahrenheit
kilns makes it the most heat-resistant product in today’s kitchens. Meanwhile, aluminum
enables the sink to have ultra-thin walls—a visual benefit—while weighing 40 percent less
than fireclay alone.
Like all Bocchi sinks, the Aderci’s glaze makes it 19 times smoother than ordinary fireclay
sinks, resulting in a sink that is more refined, as well as stain and bacteria resistant. It’s also
a lot easier to clean—harsh chemicals have no place here, which means they also stay out of
the environment.
For more information: www.bocchiusa.com

ZIP WATER HYDROTAP DRINKING WATER SYSTEM TOTO AQUIA IV DUAL-FLUSH WASHLET+ TOILET
Homes and businesses can say goodbye to bottled water with the HydroTap, Personal hygiene and environmental concerns come to the fore with TOTO’s
which dispenses pure-tasting, boiling, chilled and sparkling water on demand. Aquia IV Arc and Aquia IV Cube Washlet+ toilets. Operating at as little as
Zip Water’s drinking water system makes tap water cool to drink again, literally 0.8 gallons per flush (GPF), the centrifugal unit won’t run up the water bill.
and figuratively. There’s also an auto-flush feature, for those who worry about button or
The company uses a variety of proprietary technologies—PowerPulse, handle sanitation. They’re even easy to clean, thanks to their respective
Direct DryChilling and ColdCore Sparkling—to efficiently and cleanly generate flared and geometric tank designs.
whatever temperature of water is desired. Water is also filtered through an The biggest green gains, however, involve the biggest water waster: the
NSF certified 0.2-micron water filter to ensure great taste. This makes water multiple flush. TOTO’s EWATER+ feature mists the bowl before use and after
a more attractive each flush, enabling more
way to hydrate (sorry, effective natural cleaning.
sugary drink fans), a The bowl itself includes
personal health plus. CEFIONTECT, a hydrophilic
Zip Water’s research ceramic glaze which
indicates that 80 creates a smooth, ion-
percent of HydroTap barrier surface on which
owners drink more debris easily slides off.
water than before. And, the toilet’s DYNAMAX
Available in several TORNADO FLUSH feature
styles and finishes has a dynamic water jet
for home and office with sustained water pressure and 360-degree cleaning power, using less
versions, HydroTap water and cleaning more efficiently. All of these features also reduce the
complements kitchen need for harsh chemical cleaners, another boon for the environment.
design trends and helps with decluttering, by eliminating the need for multiple Washlet+ toilets meet WaterSense performance criteria, California
appliances or bottled water dispensers. This falls in line with Zip Water’s own Energy Commission requirements and CALGreen water regulations for new
dedication to sustainability and low-impact product designs. The company’s construction and permitted remodel.
world-class environmental credentials include factory certification to For more information: washlet.totousa.com
ISO14001, the international standard for effective environmental management.
For more information: www.zipwater.com

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