Moen Launches a New Interactive App

Moen Launches a New Interactive App

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 2013

MOEN LAUNCHES A NEW INTERACTIVE APP

DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR SHOWROOM CONSULTANTS

Provides Key Tools to Assist in the Counseling and Selling Process

North Olmsted, Ohio…Did you know homeowners will typically spend a month and half comparing products online beforeeven entering a plumbing showroom?[1] Today’s remodeling consumer is more educated, more empowered – and more demanding – than ever before. They dream, plan and shop for kitchen and bath products in ways that we could have never imagined a decade ago – and consultants need the right tools to assist in thisprocess.Moen has combined the best of technology and unique service with this new showroom app,which launched in October.

Moen’s showroom selling app is available exclusively for consultants’ iPads* to help provide the guidance thatconsumers arelooking forwhen remodeling their kitchen or bath. Through an easy to use digital landscape, the clever app tools will enable consultants to thoroughly show all of the Moen renovation and design possibilities.

Some exclusive keyfeatures include:

  • Favorites – Consultants can save favorite bath and kitchen productsfor different clientson their iPads, an essential part of any shopping experience. The showroom consultant can also show coordinating itemsto meet every design need.
  • Save Project Details – Consultants can save project information into a folder and then easily email that information to their customers.
  • Smart and Usable Tools – From viewing product features and benefit videos to downloading spec and installation instructions, without the need for Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Filters – Intuitive filters allow consultants to narrow down available products by popularity, design style, ratings and/or reviews.
  • Click and StoreFeature – Saves client’s preferences and contact information locally tothe consultant’s iPad so they can email it directly to their clients.

“Moen is committed to providing consultants with the tools needed to increase the visibility of kitchen and bath showrooms as the ‘go to’ resource for building and remodeling projects,” said Jean Munn, showroom channel manager.“The iPad app complements the showroom experience, and the possibilities are virtually endless. Our app is a convenient way to not only highlight products, but to provide ideas and inspiration, and help further position showroom consultants as experts in this arena.”

For more information about Moen, visit moen.com or call 1-800-BUY-MOEN.

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*iPad is registered trademark of Apple, Inc.

About Moen

As the #1 faucet brand in North America, Moen offers a diverse selection of thoughtfully designed kitchen and bath faucets, showerheads, accessories, bath safety products and kitchen sinks for residential applications – each delivering the best possible combination of meaningful innovation, useful features, on-trend styling and lasting value. In addition, Moen® Commercial offers superior performing products that deliver lower lifetime costs for today's facilities.

Moen has worked diligently to support, promote and advance sustainability within the organization and the plumbing industry. The company has been recognized with the 2011 EPA WaterSense® Excellence Award, as well as the 2010 EPA WaterSense Manufacturer Partner of the Year Award, for its work to protect the future of our nation’s water supply through the introduction and ongoing support of water-efficient products, programs and practices, while keeping consumers’ needs top-of-mind.

Moen is part of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE:FBHS), which creates products and services that help fulfill the dreams of homeowners and help people feel more secure. The company is a leader in the home and security industries and features well-known and trusted brands like Moen® faucets, Master Lock® padlocks and security products, MasterBrand Cabinets®, Therma-Tru® entryway systems and Simonton Windows®. For more information, please visit

WaterSense is a registered trademark of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Contact:Jennifer Allanson or Kristi Stolarski

Falls Communications

(216) 696-0229

[1](“HomeSight,” CNW Research, 2006-2007.)

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