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Most Asked About Products 9. TIE HIDDEN STORAGE SOLUTION With Nexus21's kitchen lift capacity of up to 250 pounds, kitchen designers are now able to fully utilize the lost storage space at the back of cabinets, in dead corners and in kitchen islands. With the push of a button, that space can be raised to counter level for easy access. The cabinetry disappears, leaving a completely unobstructed countertop on which to work. The once dead space in the back of cabinets can now be used to store heavy appliances and bulky kitchen items. "Our hidden storage solutions are hugely popular with designers because their customers are looking to optimize space and maximize accessibility," says Tim Dobson, v.p., specialty markets. "They now have a solution that can be customized to the individual storage requirements of each homeowner, while maximizing the accessibility of hard-to-reach spaces. "Each kitchen is unique, but all of the best ones have something in common…they are designed to maximize space while maintaining a clean look," he continues. "Our hidden storage lifts give designers the ability to access space that was previously unusable, while allowing for total customization." Circle No. 218 on Product Card 9. TIE MOVABLE PUCK LIGHTS The Movable LED Wafer Puck Track Lighting System from Outwater Plastics Industries accommodates varying lighting requirements by giving users the ability to slide the system's puck lights into any position along its low-profle track. "Designers like this track lighting system because it is a user-friendly, low-voltage lighting system specifcally designed to adapt to constantly changing lighting requirements by enabling anyone to quickly and easily move or add puck lights as desired without having to hire an electrician or run new wiring," says Joey Shimm, director of marketing. Comprised of the company's integrated 'Led Diamond Light Technology,' the lighting system's small 2-1/8" diameter, 1/4"-thick puck light is available in Cool White and Warm White. The adhesive-backed track is ofered in 3', 4', 6' and 12' lengths. 9. TIE LAVA STONE COUNTERTOPS Pyrolave countertops can withstand high temperatures, acids and corrosive products, according to the company. Because of the nature of lava stone, it can be sculpted into extra-long lengths without any seams. "Designers like Pyrolave because we can supply large pieces in beautiful colors that are easy to maintain," says Jean Pauwels, owner. No sealants are needed. The countertops are available in a rainbow of standard colors. Custom colors can also be created. "We have a standard set of colors that are available in matte and glossy fnishes, but about 35% of the North American market is custom colors," he continues. "We have high-end clients who want their own colors, and we have the knowledge and ability to match paint, fabric, tile, etc." Circle No. 219 on Product Card Circle No. 220 on Product Card 12. TIE NEW QUARTZ SURFACE COLORS Vicostone Quartz Surfaces has added new designs and colors to its collection of materials. Among the new products are Calacatta (shown), Botticino Classic, Empire, Alaska White and Carrara. Circle No. 221 on Product Card 12. TIE GLASS DECORATIVE HARDWARE Sietto's two new lines of glass decorative hardware are Skinny Glacier and Refective. The Skinny Glaciers are similar to the company's Glacier line, only narrower and sleeker. The Refective line includes diferent colors of glass that reflect in the clear glass that surrounds them. 12. TIE Circle No. 223 on Product Card Circle No. 222 on Product Card Readers determine the most-asked-about products for 2013 32 | Kitchen & Bath Design News December 2013 STANDARD & CUSTOM DRAINS Quick Drain USA adds two products to its collection of bath solutions. Two more sizes of standardized drain lengths have been added to the company's line, with 12 diferent sizes now available. The new drains are available in lengths of 27.5" and 63". Custom sizes can still be ordered in sizes ranging from 10" to 100".