We talk a lot about self-care these days, but somehow the bathroom — the one room in the house literally designed for it — often gets overlooked. We renovate the kitchen, update the living room, and leave the bathroom exactly as it was when we moved in. A builder-grade tub. A basic shower. Nothing that says "this space was designed for me."

Here's what we've learned from years of helping customers design their bathrooms: when you intentionally design your bath space around how you want to feel, everything changes. Not just aesthetically — though it definitely does that too — but in the way you actually use and experience the room every single day.

Bath therapy isn't a spa trend. It's a design philosophy. And it starts with understanding what you actually need.

What Is Bath Therapy, Really?

Bath therapy is the idea that your bathing experience can do more than just clean you. Depending on how your space is designed, it can relax sore muscles, improve circulation, reduce stress, promote better sleep, and even lift your mood.

The tools to make that happen — air baths, hydrotherapy jets, chromatherapy lighting, thermaltherapy — have been around for years, but they're more accessible and beautifully designed than ever before.

The key is intentionality. A bath space designed around wellness looks different from one designed purely around function. It invites you in. It slows you down. It gives you a reason to actually use the tub instead of walking past it every morning.

Air Baths: The Underrated Luxury

If you've never experienced an air bath, it's worth understanding what sets it apart from a traditional jetted tub. Instead of recirculating water through jets, an air bath releases thousands of tiny warm air bubbles across the entire surface of the tub floor and sides.

The result is a gentle, full-body effervescent massage that feels incredibly relaxing without the intensity of hydrotherapy jets.

It's the kind of experience that makes you understand why people build bathrooms around their bathtub.

Chromatherapy: More Than Pretty Lights

Color therapy — the idea that different wavelengths of light affect mood and energy — has a longer history than most people realize.

In a bath setting, chromatherapy uses LED lighting built into the tub to shift the ambiance of your soak based on what you need. Cooler blues and greens promote calm and focus, while warmer ambers and reds create a sense of warmth and comfort.

It sounds indulgent, and it is — but it's also an inviting way to create a more relaxing environment.

Thermaltherapy: Heat That Goes to Work

Thermaltherapy uses heated surfaces — typically the backrest and floor of the tub — to maintain water temperature and apply gentle warmth directly to the body.

For anyone dealing with muscle tension, joint stiffness, or simply the accumulated stress of a busy week, it's an inviting addition to the bathing experience.

Designing Your Space Around the Experience

MTI Baths has built its collection around the philosophy that a bathtub should be more than a vessel for water. Their tubs are available with combinations of soaking, air bath, thermaltherapy, and chromatherapy options, allowing homeowners to create a personalized bathing experience.

The Loretta, for example, is a graceful double slipper tub that pairs sculptural design with available air bath, thermaltherapy, and chromatherapy features — creating a centerpiece that's as functional as it is beautiful.

The best part? You don't have to choose between a tub that looks incredible and one that delivers a relaxing experience. With the right design choices, you can have both.

Where to Start

If you're ready to design a bath space that truly works for you, our showroom team is here to help. We'll walk you through the MTI Baths collection and help you choose the therapies, features, and styles that best fit your home and lifestyle.

Because your bathroom should be the most restorative room in your home.

Visit your nearest Coburn's Showroom to explore the MTI Baths collection.

Let's be honest — most of us don't think that hard about our kitchen faucet. Until we have to use it every single day. Then suddenly, the drip, the awkward spray, or the finish that never quite matched anything else in the kitchen starts to feel like a very big deal.

The good news? Choosing a faucet you'll genuinely love five years from now isn't complicated. It just takes knowing what to look for before you buy. Here's what we tell customers who walk into our showroom every day.

Start with Your Kitchen, Not a Trend

It's tempting to chase whatever finish is having a moment on Pinterest, but the faucets that stand the test of time are the ones chosen to complement the entire kitchen—not just a mood board.

Before you fall in love with a style, consider your cabinet hardware, appliances, and the overall character of your space.

• Brushed Gold & Champagne Bronze: Warm, timeless finishes that pair well with traditional and transitional kitchens.
• Matte Black & Gunmetal: Bold, modern finishes that create contrast and make a statement.
• Polished Chrome & Brushed Nickel: Classic choices that complement nearly any kitchen style.
• Two-Tone Finishes: Add depth and personality while maintaining a sophisticated look.

Style Matters — But So Does Function

A beautiful faucet isn't enough if it doesn't support the way you use your kitchen every day.

Think about how you cook and clean:

• High-arc and semi-pro faucets make filling large pots easy.
• Touchless activation keeps things cleaner when your hands are messy.
• Bar faucets create a convenient prep station for entertaining.

The American Standard Aspirations Kitchen Collection offers four configurations — semi-pro, pull-down, touchless, and bar — allowing homeowners to choose the faucet that best fits their lifestyle.

Features like BlastSpray™ provide a powerful, splash-reducing spray for cleaning cookware, while the gentle mist function makes rinsing fruits and vegetables easier than ever.

Don't Overlook the Details That Age Well

Some of the most important features aren't immediately obvious in the showroom but make a huge difference over years of daily use.

Spray Head Retention

Look for magnetic or locking dock systems that keep the spray head securely in place after every use.

Finish Durability

Premium finishes are engineered to resist fingerprints, corrosion, tarnishing, and everyday wear, helping your faucet look newer for longer.

Ease of Cleaning

Streamlined designs with fewer seams and crevices are easier to wipe clean and maintain.

Warranty Coverage

A strong warranty reflects a manufacturer's confidence in its product. It's worth considering when making a long-term investment.

The Bottom Line

Your kitchen faucet is one of the hardest-working fixtures in your home. Taking a few extra minutes to consider style, functionality, finish, and durability can pay off every single day for years to come.

If you're not sure where to begin, visit your nearest Coburn's Showroom. Our team can help you compare styles, finishes, and features to find the perfect fit for your kitchen.

Explore the American Standard Aspirations Kitchen Collection and discover a faucet you'll appreciate every time you turn it on.

Let's talk about the bathroom. You know the one. The beige walls, the builder-grade fixtures that came with the house, the faucet that wobbles slightly when you turn it on. The one you've been meaning to do something about since approximately the day you moved in.

Yeah. That bathroom.

Here's the thing — it doesn't take a full renovation to make it feel like a completely different space. Sometimes all it takes is knowing where to start. So consider this your permission slip to finally do something about it.

Step One: Admit the Problem

Builder-grade fixtures are designed to be inoffensive. They're not ugly, exactly — they're just... nothing. No personality. No point of view. They exist purely to function, and they do so with all the charm of a DMV waiting room.

The good news is that "nothing" is actually one of the easiest problems to fix, because literally anything with intention is an upgrade.

Step Two: Pick a Vibe — And Commit to It

This is where most bathroom glow-ups go sideways. People swap out one fixture, leave everything else the same, and wonder why it still doesn't feel right. The secret to a bathroom that looks designed (even if you did it yourself on a weekend) is cohesion.

Everything talking to each other. A point of view carried through from the faucet to the showerhead to the trim.

If you've been drawn to that moody, editorial, slightly industrial look that's all over your saved posts right now — lean in. The Gerber Kinzie® Bath Collection was made for exactly that instinct.

Its design gives a nod to vintage-era plumbing with exposed bolt and piping details that feel raw and intentional, without tipping into "unfinished loft renovation" territory. It's industrial chic done right — rustic, but polished. Cool, but livable.

And because it's a full coordinated collection — faucets, showerheads, tub and shower trim kits — you can do the whole bathroom without playing the "does this match?" game. It matches. That's the point.

Step Three: Don't Sleep on the Finish

If your current fixtures are chrome and nothing else in your life is chrome anymore, this is your sign.

Finish choices do more heavy lifting than people realize — they set the tone for the whole room before anyone notices a single other detail.

Kinzie just dropped in Polished Nickel, and honestly? It's having a moment for good reason.

It's warmer than chrome, softer than gold, and brings a luminous, elevated quality to a space without trying too hard.

Crafted with durable PVD performance, it's also built to actually hold up — which is more than we can say for some of the trendy finishes that looked great in the showroom and chipped six months later.

Step Four: Upgrade the Experience, Not Just the Look

Here's where the glow-up gets really good.

The Kinzie showerhead isn't just pretty — it gives you six spray functions, including massage, aeration, and a pause option. The Easy-Glide selector ring makes switching between them smooth and effortless. The Easy Clean nozzles mean you're not spending your Sunday scrubbing mineral buildup.

The faucets feature laminar flow — a clear, low-splash column of water that's actually more hygienic than standard aerator flow.

It's the kind of detail you'd never think to ask for but will absolutely notice and appreciate every single morning.

The Bottom Line

Your builder-beige bathroom has been waiting long enough. You don't need to gut it, move walls, or take out a second mortgage.

You just need a plan, a point of view, and fixtures that actually deserve to be there.

Come see the Gerber Kinzie® Bath Collection at your nearest Coburn's Showroom — and let's get that glow-up started.

If you've been in the plumbing trade for any length of time, you've watched tankless water heaters go from a niche product to a mainstream staple. Homeowners want them. Builders are specifying them. And contractors who got comfortable with them early have a real advantage over those still catching up.

But here's what's happening right now that's worth paying attention to: the tankless water heater is getting smarter. And the contractors who recognize that shift early are going to be the ones customers trust, recommend, and call back.

From "Tankless" to "Smart Tankless"

The original appeal of tankless was simple — endless hot water, smaller footprint, lower energy bills. That pitch still holds up. But the category has evolved significantly, and the biggest leap isn't in BTU output or flow rates. It's in controls and diagnostics.

For years, troubleshooting a tankless water heater meant decoding cryptic error codes, referencing a manual, and sometimes making a second trip to the job because the diagnosis wasn't clear the first time. Remote controllers helped, but they added cost, complexity, and one more thing that could fail or go missing.

The industry has been quietly moving toward something better — and the Noritz EZ Series Pro is a clear signal of where things are headed.

What "Smart Controls" Actually Means on the Job

The EZ Series Pro features an upgraded built-in control panel — larger, more functional, and mounted prominently right on the front of the unit. No separate remote controller needed. No hunting for a wall-mounted display. Everything you need is right there, every time.

We're talking system status, temperature settings, service reminders, maintenance data, error codes, and error history — all accessible without any additional hardware. And during installation, the panel provides guided setup that walks you through configuration step by step.

For experienced techs, that means faster installs. For newer guys on the team, it means fewer mistakes and more confidence on the first call. For everyone, it means fewer callbacks.

That's not a small thing. Callbacks cost time, fuel, and reputation. A unit that communicates clearly — that tells you what's wrong instead of making you guess — is a unit that protects your margins.

Why This Matters for Your Business

Here's the thing about smart controls: they don't just benefit the tech on the job. They benefit the homeowner relationship too.

When a customer can see that their system has maintenance data, service reminders, and a clear record of any error history, they feel better about the equipment they invested in. And when something does go wrong — because eventually something always does — the tech who shows up can diagnose it faster and explain it more clearly. That builds trust. Trust turns into referrals.

The contractors who are going to win in the next five years aren't just the ones with the best install numbers. They're the ones who can offer their customers the clearest, most confident service experience from start to finish. Smart equipment makes that a lot easier.

The Shift Is Already Happening

Manufacturers across the board are investing in smarter interfaces, better diagnostics, and more transparent system data. It's not a trend — it's a direction. And the plumbers and HVAC contractors who get ahead of it now, who get comfortable with smart controls and learn how to sell their value to customers, are going to be in a very strong position.

The Noritz EZ Series Pro is a great place to start. It's the kind of equipment that makes you look good on the install, makes troubleshooting faster when something comes up, and gives your customers confidence in the system they're living with every day.

Smart tankless isn't the future anymore. It's available right now — at your nearest Coburn's.

Time is money. You already know that. But here's what most contractors don't stop to calculate: how much time they're actually losing on every single service call before they ever touch the equipment.

It's not the diagnosis. It's not the repair. It's the setup. And it's adding up faster than you think.

The Hidden Time Tax on Every Service Call

Think about what happens when you pull up to a job. You grab your recovery machine. You start looking for an outlet. Maybe there's one in the garage. Maybe there isn't. Maybe there's an extension cord in the truck — if you remembered to put it back. Maybe the outlet is on the wrong side of the unit and now you're running 50 feet of cord across a driveway.

None of this is complicated. All of it takes time.

Now multiply that by every service call you run in a day. In a week. During the summer rush when your schedule is packed and every hour counts. That "five minutes" of setup time you barely notice? It's not five minutes. It's an hour of your day, every day, that you're not getting paid for.

Cords Are a Workflow Problem, Not a Minor Inconvenience

Here's the honest truth: the industry has accepted extension cords and outlet hunting as a normal part of the job for so long that most techs don't even think about it anymore. It's just part of the routine.

But routine doesn't mean efficient. And in a business where your billable hours are your income, inefficiency is expensive — whether you're tracking it or not.

The tools you use on a service call directly determine how fast you can move. A recovery machine that requires a 20-amp outlet and 25 feet of extension cord isn't just inconvenient — it's a bottleneck that slows down every job it touches.

What a Cordless Workflow Actually Looks Like

The Milwaukee M18™ Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine changes the math entirely. It's the world's first fully cordless refrigerant recovery machine — powered by Milwaukee's M18™ REDLITHIUM™ FORGE™ HD12.0 battery, with no outlet required, no extension cord needed, and no time wasted hunting for power.

Pair it with the M18 FUEL™ 5 CFM Vacuum Pump and you've got the industry's first fully cordless HVAC service workflow. Recovery and evacuation, both cordless, both on the same battery platform. You pull up to the job, you set up in seconds, and you get to work.

That's not just convenient. That's a competitive advantage.

And the performance isn't compromised to get there. A2L compatible for today's low-GWP refrigerants. Brushless motor and twin-cylinder pump for consistent recovery. Daylight-readable LCD with adjustable low-pressure shut-off. Balanced carry handle for one-handed transport between jobs.

This is a professional-grade tool that happens to also be cordless — not a cordless tool that's trying to be professional grade.

The ROI Conversation

Let's put some numbers to it. If going cordless saves you 10 minutes per service call — and that's a conservative estimate — and you're running 5 calls a day during peak season, that's nearly an hour back in your day. Every day. For the entire summer.

What's an hour worth to you? Another service call? Earlier wrap-up times? Less rushing between jobs?

The Milwaukee M18™ Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine isn't just a tool upgrade. It's a decision to stop giving away time you're not getting paid for.

The Bottom Line

Your equipment should work as hard as you do — and it should never be the reason a job takes longer than it needs to. If your current recovery machine is still tethered to an outlet, it's time to ask what that's actually costing you.

Shop the Milwaukee M18™ Brushless Refrigerant Recovery Machine and M18 FUEL™ 5 CFM Vacuum Pump at your nearest Coburn's.

Let's be honest. Most homes have outdoor lighting the same way most homes have that one junk drawer — technically it exists, but it's not really doing anything useful. A builder-grade porch light that flickers when it's windy. A motion sensor that either never triggers or goes off every time a squirrel walks by. A floodlight aimed at absolutely nothing.

You deserve better. Your home deserves better. And the good news is that fixing it is a lot easier — and a lot more satisfying — than cleaning out that junk drawer.

Here are five places around your home that are probably underlit, and what to do about it.

1. Your Front Entryway

First impressions matter, and right now your entryway lighting might be giving "generic rental property" instead of "someone who has their life together lives here." A well-lit front entry does double duty — it looks great and makes your home feel welcoming to guests while keeping it visible and secure at night.

A gooseneck-style wall light is having a serious moment right now, and for good reason. The NDR Gooseneck Outdoor LED Wall Light brings an elevated, barn-inspired look to any facade with up to 4,800 lumens and three selectable color temperatures, so you can dial in exactly the right ambiance — warm and welcoming, or bright and crisp.

2. Your Garage and Driveway

Here's a fun game: try finding your car keys in a dark driveway at 6 AM. Not fun. Not safe. And completely avoidable.

A high-output twin-head floodlight pointed at your driveway and garage area changes everything. The NDR Triton Twin Head LED Floodlight packs up to 6,000 lumens into a compact design with tool-free adjustable heads, so you can aim light exactly where you need it. The dusk-to-dawn photocell means it handles itself — on when it's dark, off when it's not. Zero effort on your part.

3. Your Backyard Entertaining Space

Summer is here, and if your backyard entertaining setup goes dark at 8 PM, you're leaving the best part of the evening on the table. Good outdoor lighting extends your usable outdoor space by hours and makes everything — the patio, the grill, the string lights — look intentionally designed instead of accidentally assembled.

The NDR Premium Floodlight Series is built for exactly this kind of job, with up to 22,500 lumens across four model sizes and an adjustable beam angle that lets you light a small patio or a sprawling backyard. Selectable wattage and CCT mean you can get the light level and color tone exactly right for the mood you're going for.

4. Your Side Yard and Dark Corners

Every home has at least one of these — a stretch of fence line, a side gate, a corner of the yard that's basically a black hole at night. These spots aren't just inconvenient, they're the areas where packages get missed, trips and falls happen, and — let's just say it — where you don't want uninvited guests hanging around.

The NDR Excalibur Twin-Head Security Light with dual-zone motion detection covers up to 70 feet, so nothing gets past it. And at a 100,000-hour rated lifetime, it's going to be doing its job long after you've forgotten it's even there.

5. Your Barn, Workshop, or Outbuilding

If you've got a detached garage, a barn, a workshop, or any kind of outbuilding, odds are the lighting situation out there is somewhere between "fine" and "I'm using my phone flashlight again." Good task lighting makes the space actually usable after dark — whether that's for a late-night project, parking, or just not tripping over the lawnmower.

The NDR Gooseneck is purpose-built for barn and building facade applications, and it looks sharp doing it. The NDR Springfield gives you solid twin-head coverage for larger outbuilding areas with the same reliability and longevity you'd expect from a pro-grade fixture.

The Bottom Line

Great outdoor lighting isn't about going overboard — it's about putting the right light in the right place. Once you do it, you'll wonder how you lived without it.

Shop the NDR Lighting outdoor lineup at your nearest Coburn's.

AC Was Never Designed to Control Humidity Year-Round

Air conditioners remove moisture — but only when they run long enough to do it effectively.

During spring shoulder season:

• Systems short-cycle.
• Outdoor temperatures are moderate.
• Indoor humidity quietly rises.
• Homes feel clammy even at 72°.

Some systems try to overcool to remove more moisture. That leads to cold rooms, comfort complaints, and unnecessary energy use.

The real solution isn’t more cooling. It’s dedicated dehumidification.

Why 50% Relative Humidity Changes Everything

Indoor humidity above 60% creates real problems:

• Mold and mildew growth
• Musty odors
• Warped wood flooring and cabinetry
• Increased dust mite activity
• Reduced overall comfort

Around 50% relative humidity is ideal for comfort, health, and property protection. And AC alone can’t consistently maintain it.

The Upgrade That Solves the Real Problem

Whole-home dehumidifiers remove moisture independently of the cooling system, maintaining consistent indoor humidity without overcooling the home.

That means:

• Better comfort at higher thermostat settings
• Less strain on the HVAC system
• Improved indoor air quality
• Real protection for the home

And in high-humidity markets like ours, it’s not a luxury — it’s a necessity.

The Product to Sell: Santa-Fe Ultra V100

If you’re going to solve the humidity problem, solve it with performance. The Santa-Fe Ultra V100 is a high-capacity whole-house ventilating dehumidifier designed for serious moisture control.

It delivers:

• Up to 100 pints per day of water removal
• Coverage up to 2,300 sq. ft.
• Operation down to 34°F for shoulder season performance
• MERV-13 filtration to improve indoor air quality
• An 8” ventilation duct option to help meet ASHRAE 62.2 requirements
• An industry-leading 6-year warranty

Built for durability and engineered for performance, it gives contractors a premium solution to a very real problem.

Why This Matters Right Now

Spring is when humidity rises before cooling demand peaks.

That makes it the perfect time to:

• Introduce whole-home dehumidification during tune-ups
• Increase ticket size with a meaningful upgrade
• Differentiate your company from competitors
• Solve comfort complaints before summer hits

When summer arrives, it’s reactive. In spring, it’s strategic.

Be the Contractor Who Fixes the Right Problem

If it feels cool but still uncomfortable, temperature isn’t the issue. Humidity is.

Coburn Supply is stocked and ready with Santa-Fe Ultra Series solutions — so when you present the upgrade, you can install without delay.

Humidity season isn’t coming. It’s already here.

Spring and summer bring increased risk:

• Storm-related power outages
• Vacation travel
• Increased appliance usage
• Shifting soil and pipe stress

And insurance companies are tightening coverage in high-risk markets. Offering Flo by Moen positions plumbers as proactive protection partners — not just emergency responders.

A Smart Upgrade That Sells Itself

Flo by Moen isn’t just a product.

It’s:

• Peace of mind
• Risk reduction
• A premium add-on
• A differentiator for your business

When homeowners understand what a hidden leak can cost, the conversation changes.

Stay Ready with Coburn’s

Coburn Supply carries smart water security solutions like Flo by Moen — helping you deliver protection, prevention, and peace of mind.

Because the most expensive leak is the one no one sees coming.

The standby generator hasn’t just evolved. The installation process has.

Generac’s Next Generation Air-Cooled Home Standby Generators — available in 14kW and 18kW models — now require a digital commissioning process using the Field Pro app.

This isn’t optional.

Field Pro is required to commission the new units. And that shift is redefining how generators are installed and serviced.

What Is Field Pro?

Field Pro is Generac’s digital setup and service tool designed specifically for the Next Generation Air-Cooled Home Standby Generator.

It allows contractors to:

• Complete guided installation directly from their phone
• Run automated system tests
• Access real-time diagnostics
• Troubleshoot instantly on-site

The result? Faster commissioning, fewer callbacks, and smarter installs.

Built-In Connectivity from Day One

The Next Generation models include built-in cellular connectivity.

That means:

• Remote monitoring from installation day
• Standardized service contract opportunities
• Proactive maintenance
• Reduced emergency downtime

This isn’t just about install speed — it’s about long-term service efficiency.

More Than a Generator: It’s an Energy Ecosystem

The Next Generation Generac models integrate with:

• ecobee by Generac thermostats
• Generac PWRcell battery systems

This creates seamless monitoring and control of a customer’s home energy system. Generators are no longer standalone equipment — they’re part of a connected energy solution.

Why This Matters Now

Storm season isn’t waiting. Homeowners expect reliability — and contractors need installation efficiency and service control to keep up with demand.

Digital commissioning:

• Speeds up installs
• Improves accuracy
• Reduces troubleshooting time
• Elevates your service offering

Generator installation just went digital — and the contractors who adapt quickly will lead the market.

Stay Ready with Coburn’s

Coburn Supply is stocked with Generac’s Next Generation 14kW and 18kW models. If you’re installing standby power this season, make sure you’re ready for the digital shift.

Install faster. Work smarter.

You clean your counters. You wipe down the sink. You run the disposal.

So… why does your kitchen still smell?

If your sink has a lingering odor that keeps coming back, you’re not alone. And the truth might surprise you — it’s not your plumbing. It’s bacteria.

What’s Actually Causing That Smell?

Your garbage disposal is a dark, damp environment. When food particles collect beneath the splash guard (also called the baffle) or inside the grind chamber, bacteria begin to grow.

That bacteria feeds on leftover food waste — and produces the unpleasant odors you’re noticing.

Even if you:

• Run water regularly
• Toss in citrus peels
• Use disposal cleaning tablets
• Scrub the visible parts of the sink

You’re only addressing part of the problem. Most odors come from the areas you can’t see — especially beneath the baffle.

Why Cleaning Alone Isn’t Always Enough

Manual cleaning helps. But it’s temporary.

Because your disposal is used daily, bacteria start forming again almost immediately. The warm, moist environment makes it easy for odor-causing bacteria to return — sometimes within hours.

That’s why so many homeowners feel like they’re constantly fighting sink smells.

The Modern Solution: 24/7 Odor Protection

Instead of just cleaning the problem, what if you could stop it at the source?

Introducing InSinkErator® LEDefense — the industry’s first and only garbage disposal system with 24/7 odor-fighting LED technology.

Unlike traditional disposals, LEDefense uses UV-free antimicrobial LED light (400–420 nm visible light spectrum) to:

• Kill 99%* of odor-causing bacteria
• Help prevent buildup beneath the baffle
• Inhibit mold growth*
• Provide continuous protection — even when you’re not using the sink

The always-on, purplish-blue LED light works around the clock to help reduce bacteria growth inside your disposal — so odors don’t have the chance to take over.

It’s a smarter way to keep your kitchen fresh.

Upgrade Options to Fit Your Kitchen

InSinkErator® LEDefense is available in:

• PRO 1000™ LED (1.0 HP)
• PRO 1250™ LED (1.25 HP)

Already have an InSinkErator continuous feed disposal? There’s also a LEDefense retrofit accessory that allows you to upgrade without replacing your entire unit.

Fresh Kitchen. Less Effort.

A clean-smelling kitchen shouldn’t require constant scrubbing, chemicals, or guesswork.

With LEDefense, protection is built in — working 24/7 to fight odor-causing bacteria where it starts.

Ready to Experience the Future of Fresh?

Visit your nearest Coburn’s Kitchen & Bath Showroom to learn more about InSinkErator® LEDefense and find the right solution for your kitchen.

Mudrooms have evolved far beyond a simple drop zone for shoes and backpacks. Today, they’re hardworking transition spaces — the first stop when you walk in and the last stop before heading out. They keep daily routines organized, messes contained, and busy households moving smoothly.

But there’s one upgrade most homeowners haven’t considered: a built-in filtered water dispenser.

Adding convenient access to cleaner, filtered water in your mudroom or utility space may seem unexpected — but once you see the benefits, it makes perfect sense.

Simplify Busy Mornings

Mornings can feel like controlled chaos. Between packing lunches, gathering sports gear, and finding missing shoes, the kitchen sink often becomes a traffic jam.

A built-in filtered water dispenser in the mudroom creates a dedicated hydration station. Kids can refill water bottles on their way out the door. Parents can top off travel mugs or reusable bottles without disrupting meal prep. It keeps the flow moving and reduces congestion in the kitchen.

Small change. Big difference.

Keep the Mess Where It Belongs

Mudrooms and utility spaces are designed to handle the messy parts of life — muddy cleats, gardening tools, pet supplies, and laundry. So why not keep water access there, too?

With a built-in dispenser, you can:

• Fill pet bowls without carrying them to the kitchen
• Water houseplants with filtered water
• Rinse dirty hands after outdoor play
• Fill cleaning buckets with cleaner water

By moving these everyday tasks out of the kitchen, you maintain a cleaner, more organized central space.

Cleaner Water for the Whole Household

Convenience is important — but so is water quality.

The Elkay Liv EZ™ Built-In Filtered Water Dispenser is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI standards to reduce PFAS (PFOA/PFOS), often referred to as “forever chemicals,” along with lead, microplastics, and other contaminants. That means you can feel confident about the water your family drinks every day — whether it’s going into a reusable bottle, your coffee maker, or your pet’s bowl.

Cleaner water isn’t just a kitchen luxury anymore. It can be accessible wherever you need it most.

No Electrical Work Required

One of the biggest advantages of the Liv EZ™ system is its simplicity.

Unlike many built-in appliances, this dispenser does not require an electrical hookup. It operates on three AA batteries, making installation straightforward and flexible — especially during remodels or upgrades. Without the need to run electrical lines, it’s easier to incorporate into existing spaces like mudrooms, laundry rooms, garages, or home gyms.

That flexibility opens the door to creative placement options that fit your home’s layout.

A Modern Convenience Upgrade

Today’s homeowners are looking for ways to make their spaces work smarter. Just as pot fillers and touchless faucets elevated kitchen functionality, built-in hydration stations are becoming a practical, modern addition.

The Liv EZ™ features a sleek, low-profile design that tucks neatly into the wall while still offering a polished look. It blends seamlessly into both contemporary and traditional spaces — functional without feeling industrial.

It’s the kind of upgrade that makes guests say, “That’s a great idea.”

Designed for Real Life

Think about how often your mudroom is used:

• Before school and work
• After sports practice
• During yard projects
• While doing laundry
• When heading out for a walk

By placing filtered water in this high-traffic space, you’re aligning convenience with real-life routines. It becomes part of the rhythm of your day — easy, accessible, and efficient.

Sometimes the best upgrades aren’t the most obvious ones. They’re the ones that quietly improve everyday life.

Ready to Upgrade Your Mudroom?

If you’re planning a remodel or simply looking for ways to make your home more functional, consider adding built-in filtered water to your mudroom or utility space.

Visit your nearest Coburn’s Kitchen & Bath Showroom to learn more about the Elkay Liv EZ™ Built-In Filtered Water Dispenser and discover how a simple addition can deliver cleaner water and everyday convenience where you need it most.

You notice it… but maybe you haven’t connected the dots.

The dry skin. The strange taste. The cloudy glassware. The endless cases of bottled water in the pantry.

What if your water is playing a bigger role than you think?

Here are five everyday frustrations that may be tied to what’s coming out of your tap — and how one smart upgrade can help.

1. Dry Skin & Dull Hair

If your skin feels tight after a shower or your hair looks lifeless no matter what products you use, chlorine and sediment in your water could be contributing factors. Upgrading your shower filtration can help reduce impurities that may affect how your skin and hair feel every day.

2. That Chlorine Taste in Your Drinking Water

You fill a glass, take a sip… and there it is. That faint swimming-pool taste.

Modern water filtration systems are designed to reduce chlorine and other contaminants, giving you cleaner, better-tasting water straight from the tap — no pitcher required.

3. White Residue on Fixtures & Glassware

Spots on your dishes. Film on your faucets. Cloudy buildup on glass shower doors.

While hard water minerals are common in many areas, advanced filtration solutions are designed to tolerate tough water conditions while improving overall water quality in your home.

4. Concerns About What’s Really in Your Water

From PFAS and lead to microplastics and other contaminants, homeowners today are more aware than ever about water quality.

That’s where certified filtration matters.

The Delta® Clarifi™ Water Filtration Systems are third-party tested and certified to reduce a wide range of contaminants, depending on the model. From compact under-sink options to advanced tankless reverse osmosis systems and easy-to-install shower filters, Clarifi™ offers solutions designed for modern homes.

5. Buying Bottled Water Week After Week

It adds up — in cost, in clutter, and in plastic waste.

Installing a filtration system under your sink means clean, great-tasting water whenever you need it, without hauling cases from the store.

One Upgrade. Everyday Impact.

The Delta® Clarifi™ collection is designed for convenience and performance, featuring:

• Compact, space-saving designs
• Tool-free, quick filter changes
• Long-lasting filters
• Select models with digital displays and alerts
• Certified contaminant reduction

It’s a quiet upgrade — but one that can make a noticeable difference in how your water looks, tastes, and feels.

Find Delta® Clarifi™ at Coburn’s Kitchen & Bath Showroom

If you’re ready to improve your home’s water quality, visit Coburn’s Kitchen & Bath Showroom to explore the Delta® Clarifi™ Water Filtration Systems. Our team can help you find the right solution for your kitchen or shower — and make upgrading easier than you think.

Cleaner water. Better living. It starts at the tap.

As contractors, you know the drill—time is money. Every install needs to be efficient, reliable, and something you won’t have to come back and “babysit” six months down the line. For years, the competition has been the standard in tankless water heating, but let’s be real: “standard” doesn’t mean better.

That’s where Noritz steps in—and why Coburn’s is proud to recommend it. With the EZ Series, you get everything you expect from a tankless unit, built to outperform the competition not just on paper, but in the real-world installs you’re tackling every day.

Built to Last (Where Others Cut Corners)

One of the biggest differences you’ll notice right away is heat exchanger quality. Noritz uses Dual 316L Austenite Stainless Steel—a far more durable material than the ferritic stainless steel found in competitor units. Why does this matter? It’s simple: a tougher heat exchanger means fewer breakdowns, longer service life, and a lot less hassle for you and your customers.

Pair that with Noritz’s industry-leading 25-year warranty (10 years longer than Navien’s 15), and you’ve got real peace of mind. You can install with confidence knowing you won’t be getting callbacks for premature failures.

Smarter Installs = Faster Jobs

Every contractor wants to shave time off installs without sacrificing quality. That’s exactly why Noritz engineered the EZ Series with top-mounted water connections. If you’ve ever replaced a tank, you know how much easier it is when everything lines up. With Noritz, you’re not crawling behind the unit or running extra piping—it’s streamlined to save you hours.

And when you’re pulling old tanks? The EZTR bundles make the swap-out smooth, cutting install time dramatically. Less time on the job means more jobs on the schedule—and more profit in your pocket. That’s the kind of efficiency our customers count on.

Technology That Works for You

Let’s talk tech. Your customers are asking about Wi-Fi and smart features, and Noritz delivers. The EZ Series comes standard with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth compatibility, plus diagnostics and alerts. That means you can check system performance remotely and catch issues before they become headaches—something the competition can’t match.

It’s like having a built-in service assistant that saves you time and keeps your customers happy.

Performance Where It Counts

At the end of the day, it all comes down to hot water performance. With:

• Minimum BTU input as low as 18,000 (vs. 19,900 on Navien) for better efficiency in low-demand situations.
• ½” gas line compatibility—a lifesaver in retrofit jobs where upsizing lines isn’t an option.
• Full PVC, CPVC, PP, and Flex Vent compatibility to make venting simple and flexible.

The Noritz EZ Series keeps you covered on every type of install—something we know is critical when you’re managing multiple job types.

The Bottom Line: Stop Settling for “Standard”

The competition may be the name you’ve used for years, but the truth is, Noritz is built to give you the edge—better materials, smarter installs, stronger warranties, and the kind of tech that makes your life easier.

So next time you’re quoting a job, don’t just go with “what you’ve always done.” Step up your installs with Noritz. Your customers will notice the difference—and so will your bottom line.

Ready to see the difference for yourself? Reach out to Coburn’s today to get set up with the Noritz EZ Series and experience what a real tankless partner looks like.

Fall is here, and for contractors, that means more service calls, more upgrades, and more opportunities to connect with customers before the busy holiday season. But here’s a thought: what if those calls weren’t just about fixing problems — what if they turned into conversations about adding value?

That’s where Starfish SMART Security Cameras and Doorbells come in. These products aren’t just easy for contractors to install — they’re the kind of simple, effective upgrades homeowners get excited about. And when customers feel safer and more secure, they’ll remember who helped them get there.

The Problem: Missed Opportunities on Every Job

Contractors are already in homes and businesses upgrading panels, swapping out fixtures, or troubleshooting electrical issues. But too often, the visit ends there. Many customers want more security but don’t know where to start, and they may not even realize how simple it is to add smart technology to their space.

Without offering add-ons, contractors risk leaving money on the table — and worse, missing out on building long-term trust.

The Solution: Security That Sells Itself

With Starfish SMART Security Flood Light Cameras (65-920 White / 65-921 Black), homeowners get both bright, tunable lighting and built-in surveillance. The Smart Wireless Doorbells (65-935 White / 65-936 Black) offer motion detection, live video, and a plug-in chime — all without the need for complex wiring.

Here’s why contractors love them:

• Easy installs: Battery-powered doorbells and simple floodlight swaps mean less labor time.
• App-controlled: Homeowners can monitor live feeds or event history from anywhere using the Starfish app.
• Smart home ready: Works seamlessly with Siri, Alexa, Google Home, and SmartThings.
• Happy customers: Peace of mind sells — and it reduces callbacks about “dark driveways” or “missed visitors.”

The Consumer Payoff: Everyday Peace of Mind

For homeowners, the benefits are crystal clear:

• Lights that not only illuminate but also record.
• Doorbells that let you see and hear what’s happening, even if you’re out of town.
• Alerts straight to their phone when motion is detected.

It’s convenience, safety, and peace of mind — all in one simple upgrade.

Turn Service Calls Into Call-Ins

The best part? Offering smart security isn’t just about a one-time install. When contractors become the go-to source for smart upgrades, customers call back for more — not because something broke, but because they want to expand their system.

That’s the kind of call-in every contractor wants.

Ready to Add Smart Security?

Ready to add smart security to your lineup? Talk to your local Coburn’s branch about Starfish SMART Security Cameras and Doorbells today.