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AIRCARE: Where Quality Meets Comfort
Kate Lubenesky Leads Full Circle Into a Sustainable Future
Transforming Traditional Cookware into PFAS-Free Options
By Lacey Kelley, Marketing Manager, AIRCARE® At AIRCARE, we are dedicated to delivering high-performance humidifiers that improve comfort and wellbeing. Our commitment to excellence shows not only in our award-winning designs, but also in our customers’ experiences with our products and service. As one satisfied customer, Larry, wrote to us and shared, “I had other humidifiers before that were a constant problem and did not do a good job of distributing the humidity throughout the house. My eyes, nose, mouth and throat were always dry! Your humidifier (Mini-Console MA0800) was a pleasant surprise! It is not that big, but it is powerful
For 15 years, Full Circle has been the pioneer in sustainable home products, redefining everyday tools with an eco-conscious mindset. Originally lauded for its cleaning tools featuring bamboo handles and recycled plastic bristles, the brand quickly gained recognition for merging design with sustainability. Now, under new Chief Executive Officer Kate Lubenesky, Full Circle is poised to expand its reach and deepen its impact. Lubenesky, who has held leadership roles at OXO, S’well and W&P, brings a passion for design and sustainability to the role. “Full Circle’s history of innovation and environmental commitment makes it the leading sustainable home products brand,” she says. “Our firm commitment to best practices across the board has built a
As awareness grows about what everyday products are made of, a revolution is quietly transforming kitchens worldwide. Today, consumers are more mindful than ever about the materials they use, particularly in cookware. This shift in awareness has sparked interest in alternative nonstick technologies. This trend has prompted IMUSA, a brand known for its Hispanic and ethnic cookware, to rethink its products, especially its calderos, steamers, comales and woks – kitchen staples that hold a special place in many homes and are cherished for their cultural and culinary significance. The challenge was clear: how
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The Bestie Bottle, the adorable trend that’s taking the world by storm and is already sold in thousands of stores worldwide, is at this year’s show with a special gift. The first customers to arrive at the expo will receive a personalized or custom message on their Bestie Bottle to take home. This isn’t just any bottle – it’s a little piece of love and sweetness that will brighten your day and make you smile! This bottle has already become a huge hit thanks to its cute design and high quality, and now you can make it even more unique with a personalized drawing or message that gives it a special meaning just for you.
An interview with Michael Reddy, Vice President of Marketing, Buddeez, Inc.
Do you have precious metal accessories in your kitchen? Or do you want to? The design team at Brabantia has handpicked four stunning new warm coatings for the iconic NewIcon Pedal Trash Can, 30L. Sporting Warm Gold, Warm Brass, Warm Copper and Warm Bronze, the NewIcon matches the latest interior trends and kitchen faucet colors. This elegant new addition to your kitchen has a 10year guarantee and is Cradle to Cradle® certified. The new colors are available from June/July 2025.
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KNHR: What is the Secret Superpower? MR: I prompted my AI chatbot with just a few of the benefits of sourcing domestically manufactured products and that Superpower title popped up before I could finish a sip of coffee. It’s perfect. KNHR: What should buyers know about U.S.-based manufacturing that might be new or worth a second look? MR: First, of course, is the headline news about tariffs. Everyone is aware of what’s happening in that arena, and how retailers are having to Continued on Page 25
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