Damp / Wet-Rated Fixture

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• Diverter

  The control that routes water between outlets — tub spout to showerhead, or among showerhead, hand shower, and body sprays.

• Curbless / Barrier-Free Bath

  A bathroom with a zero-threshold (no curb) shower entry for roll-in accessibility and a modern look. Requires recessing or sloping the fl…

• Double Vanity

  A vanity with two sinks, typically 60 in.+ wide, for shared primary baths. Needs adequate wall length and two sets of supply/drain rough-…

• Cultured Marble

  A molded composite of stone particles and resin, often a one-piece vanity top with integrated sink. An economical, seamless, low-maintena…

• Drop-In Tub

  A tub shell set into a finished deck or surround. Offers design flexibility but the deck adds footprint and cost.

• Cost vs. Value (Bath)

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• Dual-Flush

  A toilet with two flush volumes (liquid/solid) to save water. Often WaterSense-labeled; reduces water use versus single-flush models.

• Comfort-Height Toilet

  A toilet with a higher seat (~17–19 in., chair height) that is easier to sit and stand from. Now the default choice and a key aging-in-pl…