GIVE YOUR NEW BATH OLD WORLD CHARM - Moen



Contact: Ginny Long FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Director of Public Affairs

Moen Incorporated

(800) 321-8809, Ext. 2019 August 2007

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GIVE YOUR NEW BATH OLD WORLD CHARM

NORTH OLMSTED, OHIO…OLD WORLD STYLING HAS SURGED IN POPULARITY IN RECENT YEARS, WHICH ACCORDING TO WORLD-RENOWNED COLOR EXPERT, LEATRICE EISEMAN, COULD BE A DIRECT CORRELATION WITH THE WEALTH OF RENAISSANCE-INSPIRED FILMS ON THE BIG SCREEN. FROM “THE DAVINCI CODE” TO “MARIE ANTOINETTE” TO “THE QUEEN,” THESE EUROPEAN-INFLUENCED DESIGNS HAVE MADE THEIR WAY INTO MANY HOMES – ESPECIALLY BATHROOMS – ACROSS THE COUNTRY.

In addition to its pop-culture popularity, Old World styling allows homeowners to create a timeless and comfortable atmosphere. Unlike modern, contemporary styles that are sleek and clean, this style features a more broken-in look that shows the wear and tear of usage – ideal for active lifestyles.

So how do you create this look in your bath? No matter if your home was built last month or last century, it is simple to add Old World charm to reflect the style and romance of yesteryear.

New Age Shopping

When it comes to adding relics from the past, “Architectural salvage” is the new buzzword. In fact, if you “google” the term, you’ll soon find a variety of online vendors reselling everything from knobs to knick-knacks. So whether you scavenge on the web or shop at your local flea market, you’re likely to find a variety of items such as unique vanities or bowl sinks, to add Old World charm to your bath. In addition to potentially saving money by buying these previously owned items, you’re also saving the environment by reusing – rather than adding to landfills. Even old dressers and vanities can be converted into bases for a gorgeous vessel sink. With a little modification you can create a one-of-a-kind centerpiece for your bath.

New Paints – Old Colors

Think that old-time colors were boring? Think again. In fact, during a renovation of Colonial Williamsburg, vibrant and bold colors were not the exception, but the norm. For an authentic, antique color in your bathroom, try a shade from Pratt and Lambert’s Williamsburg line of paints. Featuring nearly 180 different colors to choose from, you’ll find the perfect hue to fit your preferences – while maintaining a true sense of older times.

New Technology – Old-World Look

While you may want the look of yesteryear, you desire products with today’s practical functionality – especially in the bathroom. But a new design doesn’t have to ruin your old-time feel. Add a wall-mount faucet, paired with a bowl-shaped vessel sink, for a truly unique design. Moen’s new Kingsley™ wall-mount faucet features a traditional two-handle style and is available in a variety of Old World finishes, such as Oil Rubbed Bronze, Antique Bronze, Antique Nickel or Wrought Iron. Additionally, you can update your entire bathroom easily with matching accessories, showerheads or tub faucets – all in the same design and finishes.

Light Up the Walls

Nothing can ruin the beautiful look of an Old World bath like adding fluorescent lighting; Instead, consider adding wall lighting. Whether you go with an authentic, antique lighting fixture or simply install a wall sconce from your local home improvement store, the warm incandescent lighting will add a calming, nostalgic feel. Add some unexpected whimsy and charm with a vintage-inspired crystal chandelier and use bulbs that are in the shape of a candle flame. For the perfect amount of light no matter what your bathroom activity install a dimmer. You can set the mood for shaving or relaxing in an instant.

Trim

Step into any older home and you’ll see beautiful architectural details from the floors to ceilings. Addling these elements can be simple and provide the final touch to your bathroom. Install ornate crown moulding around the ceiling of your bath and quality trim at the base. In addition to the unique detailing, it will provide a clean break between the walls, ceilings and floors for a dramatic look.

Fine Details

Once the larger elements of your bathroom are in place, add the finishing touches. Spruce up the walls with framed vintage photos and advertisements, or create your own nostalgia by framing black and white family photos. For mirrors, include wood-framed mirrors that coordinate with the vanity or trim details. “Be sure to make your ‘new’ frames look antique by using an aging glaze,” notes Leslie Segrete, designer and carpenter for While You Were Out and Trading Spaces. “Just brush into the areas that would show age, such as decorative edges or corners.” Finally, add a touch of warmth and comfort with plush towels and an inviting rug. Keep the feeling fresh by changing out the soft goods for season-appropriate colors, like deep browns and rich exotic greens for the fall.

Before you know it, your new bath will have added character and Old-World charm for a relaxing and romantic oasis for you to enjoy daily.

For more information about the Kingsley Collection from Moen Incorporated visit or call (800) BUY-MOEN.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Timeless designs that reflect good taste. Faucets and fixtures that are livable and enduring. These are just some of the reasons why Moen® is the #1 faucet brand in North America. In addition to stylish and affordable faucets, Moen also offers residential and commercial sinks and a full range of tub and showering packages. Moen brands include ShowHouse® by Moen, Creative Specialties International® and the Cleveland Faucet Group®. ShowHouse offers high-end, luxury faucets and accessories to consumers with discriminating tastes. Creative Specialties International offers complete suites of decorative bath accessories, including innovative bath safety products that are fashionable – not institutional. The Cleveland Faucet Group manufactures affordable, durable faucets for the multi-family housing market.

Moen is part of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO, ), the consumer brands company that includes leading home products brands such as Aristokraft®, Omega®, Diamond® and Schrock® cabinetry, Therma-Tru® door systems, Simonton® windows and Master Lock® security products.

With Moen, you’ll always find the perfect balance between styles you’ll love and innovation you can live with. Buy it for looks. Buy it for life®.

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