Kohler's kitchen sink from its Ashland collection features cast iron construction, one of the most durable and versatile materials.

As 2011 winds to a close, let’s take a look a what’s new at Build.com in plumbing, lighting, and door hardware—and what’s likely to set trends for 2012.

Cast iron

Kohler has built its reputation around innovating and designing products built to last. Once again, the plumbing giant comes through with its enameled cast iron baths and sinks.

Cast iron is arguably the most durable sink material available, and Kohler offers cast iron vessel sinks and freestanding soaking tubs for the bathroom, and apron front sinks for the kitchen. Oh, and these timeless sinks are proudly made in the U.S.A, and feature at least 80 percent recycled material.

Touchless technology

Delta uses its remarkable Touch2O Technology on a few of its kitchen faucets.

How many times have you worked in the kitchen and needed to turn the kitchen faucet on or off while your hands are full, and you said (maybe to yourself, maybe out loud) you wished you had an extra hand. Delta might not be able to provide the extra hand, but it’s figured out how to help another way.

Delta’s Touch2O technology allows you to turn the faucet on or off just by touching the spout or handle with a wrist, elbow, arm. And if your hands are filthy, using the Touch2O faucet can help stop the potential spread of germs.

Transition time

Progress Lighting's Trinity collection boasts the always-beautiful transitional theme.

Transitional-themed lighting combines contemporary’s streamlined minimalism and traditional’s ornate appeal. Progress Lighting’s Trinity collection is a perfect example of what’s possible when transitional is done correctly.

This complete family features something for every room, from wall sconces and chandeliers to pendants and vanity fixtures. The solid steel construction comes in your choice of five finish options, and the etched glass shades feature slight. Progress Lighting’s Trinity collection also features more than a dozen ENERGY STAR-rated fixtures.

Decorative doors

Swapping out old door hardware for new is a great way to beautify your home. And with Schlage's Decorative collections, who could argue that?

Schlage has made safety and security its business for decades. It also knows what it takes to create door hardware to elevate the decorative level in a home. That’s where Schlage’s new Decorative collections come into play.

Exchanging your old door hardware for new fixtures is an easy and effective way to upgrade and rejuvenate your home. Choose your desired design in a knob or lever, then finish the look with your choice of nine finishes. Schlage’s Decorative collections are available in keyed entry, passage, privacy, and single dummy applications.

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