*Add an elegant touch to your kitchen with a the unique Kraus kitchen combo *Kitchen sink boasts 16-gauge premium grade T-304 stainless steel construction *Scratch-resistant commercial-grade premium satin finish *Features unique Kraus 0.75-in. radius curved corners for easy cleaning and a stylish look *Mounting and installation brackets, cutout template are included *Kitchen sink comes with: *Set of Stainless Steel Bottom Grids with protective feet and bumpers *Stainless Steel Basket Strainer and Strainer *Dish Towel *Overall size 32 in. long x 20 in. wide x 10 in. deep *Bowls: *18 in. long x 18 in. wide x 10 in. deep *11 in. long x 15 in. wide x 8 in. deep *Certified and Listed by UPC, cUPC, CSA, IAPMO, ANSI and SCC *Pull-out kitchen mixer features solid brass construction *Faucet is available in Chrome, Satin Nickel and Oil Rubbed Bronze finishes *Features dual pull-out spray head with an aerated flow or a powerful spray *Spring-tensioned retractable hose *360-degree swivel spout *Sedal, drip-free ceramic cartridge *Single-lever water and temperature control *Cover plate is included (installation is optional) *All mounting hardware and hot/cold waterlines are included *Faucet: 11 in. overall height x 9.3 in. deep *Spout height 7 inches *Hose measures 28 in. long *Certified: ANSI/ASME A112.18.1; CSA B125; IAPMO/UPC; ADA *Soap dispenser features solid brass construction and is available in Chrome, Satin Nickel and Oil Rubbed Bronze finishes *Easy-push, self-priming pump *Swivels 360 degrees *Refillable from above *Holds 14 ounces of liquid *Measures 2.1 in. high x 3.5 in. deep *Manufactured by Kraus *Limited Lifetime Warranty

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*Conceived along traditional Bauhaus lines, this faucet uses reductive clarity as its central design *This lavatory faucet creates balance and harmony *This bathroom faucet has a two-handle design *Features a satin nickel finish *Handles are a simple cylindrical lever and Trio spoked handle *Brass construction *Spout length: 5.18 inches *Faucet height: 5.56 inches *Stainless steel braided hoses *ADA compliant *Includes matching pop-up drain *Flow rate 2.2 gallons per minute at 60 psi, 2.5 gallons per minute at 80 psi

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Dear Savvy Senior: what tips or products can you recommend to make a bathroom more senior-friendly. My husband and I are looking to adapt our home for our elderly years and would like to start with the bathroom. what can you tell us? Aging Gracefully Dear Aging: this is a great place to start seniorizing. Here’s what you should know.

SMALL CHANGES

To avoid hygiene hardships as you get older, let’s start with some simple tips.

Floor: to avoid slipping and tripping, get non-skid bath rugs for the floors or secure existing floor mats or rugs with double-sided rug tape.

Lights: the older we get the more light we need, so install the highest wattage bulbs allowed for your fixtures, and get a plug in nightlight that automatically turns on when the room gets dark.

Entrance: If the doorway into the bathroom is not wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair or walker, you can easily widen your doorways (two inches) with inexpensive offset door hinges.

Bath/shower: To make bathing safer, buy a non-slip rubber mat or put down self-stick strips on the tub/shower floor, and install grab bars for support. if you use the shower, it’s a good idea to put in a shower curtain rod that screws or bolts into the wall (versus a tension-mounted rod), so that if you lose your balance and grab the shower curtain, the rod won’t spring loose. Another safety precaution is to put in a water-resistant, wall-mounted phone in or near the bath/shower in case of a fall. And many seniors with mobility or balance problems need to shower sitting down. if this applies to you, install a hand-held, adjustable-height shower head, and buy a portable bath/shower chair.

Toilet: Install grab bars next to the toilet too if possible, or purchase a toilet seat riser. this adds two-to-four inches of height making it easier to sit and rise.

Faucets: If you have twist handles on the sink, bathtub or shower faucets, replace them with lever handles. They’re easier to turn, especially for seniors with arthritis or limited hand strength. Also be aware that it takes only 130-degree water to scald you, so turn your hot water heater down to 120 degrees or get anti-scald devices for your faucets.

BATHROOM PRODUCTS

If you’re thinking about remodeling, there are a variety of practical and stylish products on the market that can make your bathroom more age-friendly.

For bathing, prefabricated “curbless showers” and “walk-in bathtubs” are two popular options today. Curbless showers have no threshold to step over so access is a breeze and ideal for wheelchair users. Theses showers also typically come with a built-in seat, grab bars, an adjustable hand-held shower head, and a slip resistant textured floor. Or, if you like to take baths, a walk-in bathtub with a front door may be the way to go. you can find these products at sites like Accessible-Showers.com and Premier-Bathrooms.com.

If you’re interested in getting a new toilet, go with an ADA compliant “comfort height” toilet that’s 17 inches high, versus a standard toilet that’s only 15 inches. Kohler (Kohler.com) and American Standard (AmericanStandard-us.com) make a nice variety.

And if you’re putting in a new sink, install it at a level that reduces bending.

For wheelchair access wall-mounted or pedestal sinks, or a sink built into a cabinet that’s open underneath will let you roll in nice and close.

And if you get a new faucet, the single lever handle style is great for those with arthritis.

Savvy Tips: For more information on senior-friendly modification tips visit aarp.org/families/home_design/bath and Homemods.org. Also, contact your nearby independent living center (ilru.org, 713-520-0232). these are nonprofit centers that provide modification information, and many even offer free or low-cost home assessments.

Your Area Agency on Aging (800-677-1116) is also a good referral resource.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Kohler co. has launched another manufacturing division, Kohler Mobile Plumbing Systems, which initially will produce four different types of mobile plumbing units. the division was formed in response to growing demand from governmental agencies, military, private business and consumers for transportable showering and bathroom facilities.

The new division will offer luxurious bathroom suites for upscale events and for those individuals who travel frequently; commercial bathroom/showering trailers for sporting and corporate events, concerts and festivals; industrial bathroom/showering trailers for construction sites, mining, forestry and emergency situations; and decontamination units for specialized military applications and emergency/hazardous situations.

Kohler's luxury line of executive mobile washrooms features custom-designed units that can cater to multiple users or be individually personalized. the units feature Kohler high-end fixtures and faucets, including such options as whirlpool baths, steam and waterfall showers, bidets, custom cabinets and lighting. Purchasers also can specify products from subsidiary Kohler companies such as Kallista plumbing products, Robern mirrored cabinets, Ann Sacks tile, stone and plumbing, or Canac kitchen cabinets.

The commercial units offer customized layouts with four to 20 bathroom stalls, showers, sinks, faucets and toilets and private changing areas. the accommodations are comparable to those in restaurants or hotels.

The industrial mobile bathrooms/showers share a similar configuration to the commercial units with up to 20 stalls, Kohler fixtures and faucets, and private changing areas.

The new division also offers specialized decontamination trailers designed in conjunction with the U.S. Army's Biological Task Force for civilian, rescue, industrial and military applications. Kohler decon trailers are designed with double airlocks at each end and contain three airtight, segmented rooms separated by heavy-gauge stainless steel doors. Featuring a six-step decontamination process, the units further minimize contamination with a positive flow of HEPA- and/or organic-filtered air that completely changes all of the air in the trailer every 60 seconds. Within the trailers are eyewash stations, rinsing sinks, showerheads, handshowers and bodysprays, as well as optional foaming decontamination systems. Contaminated clothing and equipment are dropped through a laundry chute and contained within exterior holding bins.

Fresh water for the mobile units is derived from a sub-floor tank that can hold up to 2,200 gallons, or by hooking up to fire hydrants or fire trucks.

The units are powered by single-phase, 10- to 25-kilowatt Kohler generators that run on diesel, natural gas or propane. Users can also hook up to a fixed supply of electricity on-site. Other options available for the mobile units include ADA accessibility, HVAC, intercoms, emergency and scene lighting, and male/female partitions.

The Mobile Plumbing Products Division evolved from Kohler's response to the events of Sept. 11, when the company assembled a cross-functional team that designed, built and delivered a 48-foot mobile shower semi-trailer to the Ground Zero clean-up site. over the next few months, the KOHLER mobile showering unit provided more than 1,000 showers daily to firefighters, policemen, rescue workers and volunteers. since that time, government and municipal agencies, private industries and consumers have contacted Kohler to inquire about the range of mobile bathroom and showering units available.

For more information on Kohler Mobile Plumbing Systems, visit KohlerMobile.com.

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