Retail Observer

RETAILOBSERVER.COM SEPTEMBER 2026 22 "Hardware has become one of the defining details in today's luxury interiors, and our goal has always been to give designers complete creative freedom," says Jeff Silverstein, Head of Product and Brand at California Faucets. "By extending our hardware offerings across a broad range of styles, textures, and sizes, we've made it possible to achieve a perfectly coordinated look without compromising creative freedom. "Designers no longer have to choose between the hardware they love and finishes that truly match – they can have both." Building on California Faucets' established hardware offerings, the new series dramatically expand the collection's design vocabulary. The collection encompasses seven new designs, ranging from the classical Elsinore™ and transitional Chabot™ to the contemporary Cachuma™ and the minimalist Shasta™. Together with the company's existing collections, they create one of the industry's most versatile decorative hardware portfolios for luxury kitchens and baths. Precision-made from solid brass, the expansive collection includes cabinet pulls, appliance pulls, knobs, cup pulls, edge pulls, and backplates in a wide variety of sizes to suit virtually any application. Available in more than 26 artisan finishes, including durable PVD finishes guaranteed against tarnishing, many designs feature optional textures such as smooth, knurled, pinstriped, and hammered, giving designers even greater freedom to create depth, contrast, and visual continuity throughout any space. Hammered textures, in particular, pair especially well with the growing popularity of hammered sinks, tubs, and coordinating California Faucets fixtures such as the Jalama ® bath collection. Like every California Faucets product, each piece of hardware is hand-finished by skilled artisans in the company's Huntington Beach factory, reflecting the company's "From Our Hands to Your Home®" philosophy. As decorative hardware continues to play a more prominent role in luxury interiors, designers increasingly expect every detail to work together – from faucets and fixtures to cabinetry and appliances. With a broader portfolio of handcrafted hardware available in perfectly coordinated finishes, California Faucets empowers designers to carry a unified design vision throughout the kitchen and bath, backed by the craftsmanship, customization, and finish consistency that define the brand. Visit www.calfaucets.com for more information. NATIONWIDE MARKETING GROUP ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH LIBERTY FURNITURE New program delivers expanded furniture assortment, volume-level pricing, and exclusive rebates for independent dealers. Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG) has announced a new partnership with Liberty Furniture, one of the nation's largest furniture wholesalers, bringing expanded product opportunities, competitive pricing, and exclusive rebate incentives to NMG's independent retail members. Through the partnership, NMG members will gain access to Liberty Furniture's extensive assortment of home furnishings across key categories including bedroom, dining, upholstery, entertainment, occasional, accents, home office, and youth furniture. The program also features volume-level pricing and special rebates available to both new and existing NMG dealers. "We're committed to connecting our members with partners that help them stand out and succeed in a competitive market," said Jeff Rose, vice president of furniture, bedding, and outdoor for NMG. "Liberty Furniture brings a strong reputation, diverse product lineup, and unique savings benefits to support stronger assortments and better profit margins." Family-owned and operated for more than 30 years, Liberty Furniture serves retailers nationwide through its network of distribution facilities and product development initiatives, offering a broad selection of styles and merchandising opportunities designed to meet evolving consumer demand. "Independent dealers are at the heart of our business," said Jonathan Cowles, chief revenue officer at Liberty Furniture. "Nationwide Marketing Group has built a strong reputation for empowering independents, and we're excited to provide its members with access to quality furniture, dependable service, and programs designed to support long-term growth." Members of Nationwide Marketing Group will find program details via the MemberNet portal. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] RO

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