Basco Shower Enclosures is proud to introduce its interactive online product style quiz, designed to help consumers discover a personal haven that fits their lifestyle and personality.

Using eight carefully crafted questions, Basco has created the interactive tool to help make the process of selecting a custom RODA shower enclosure easy and stress-free. Through this new tool, consumers can bring their vision to life by defining their space based on personal style whether it is contemporary, modern, casual, or simple.

“It is a known fact that researchers can create a series of visual images that when selected, can determine a consumer’s personal tastes. This is exactly what we have done at Basco; created a professional tool to not only help make the process of selecting a shower enclosure easier, but to match a style to a consumer’s vision,” stated Don Gamble, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Basco.

RODA by Basco was designed to not only meet the needs of consumers looking to create their own personal space, but also to make the experience of purchasing a shower door intuitive and easy – from selecting the style, all the way through the installation process.  Every shower enclosure in the RODA collection began with customer-focused innovation; BASCO’s distinct, timeless designs and customization allow anyone create the bathroom of their dreams.

To take the online product selector quiz, visit www.rodabybasco.com/products/product-selector.aspx. For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com. For up-to-date company news and industry updates, connect with Basco on Facebook and Twitter.

Roda by basco named “most innovative bath enclosure product”

MASON, OH (September 2011) Glass Magazine has announced its 2011 Crystal Achievement Award winners and Basco Shower Enclosures Roda line has been selected as the “Most Innovative Bath Enclosure Product”.

Selected by a panel of judges representing all segments of the glass industry, the awards recognize the best products and glass applications the commercial, retail and fabrication markets have to offer.

Awarded as the “Most Innovative Bath Enclosure Product,” recently introduced Roda by Basco provides homeowners with more ways to interpret personal style and add a touch of artistry to their bathrooms. Whether traditional or contemporary, urban or urbane, Basco’s distinct, timeless designs and customization allow anyone to bring their vision to life.

“We’re honored to be recognized by an authority on the industry,” said George Rohde, CEO of Basco Shower Enclosures. “This award is a reflection of Basco’s commitment to innovation, creativity, and quality in everything we do.”

Glass Magazine is the leading trade publication of the flat glass industry, serving the commercial, retail and fabrication segments. The official magazine of the National Glass Association, it provides subscribers informative coverage of glass industry news, trends and analysis; product introductions; and best business practices; in addition to glass industry statistics and supplier resource guides.

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com. For up-to-date company news and industry updates, connect with Basco on Facebook and Twitter.

About Basco Shower Enclosures     

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit www.bascoshowerdoor.com.

David McCullar Joins the Team

MASON, OH (June 2011) – Basco Shower Enclosures is pleased to announce the addition of David McCullar to the company’s customer service team. Effective immediately, McCullar will serve as the customer service director.

Based in Cincinnati,Ohio, McCullar will report to Don Gamble, Basco’s executive vice president of sales and marketing. McCullar has a strong background in customer service management and strategy encompassing nearly 20 years of increasing responsibility in this field.

“I am honored and thrilled to be joining Basco as they continue to lead the nation in the innovation of glass shower enclosures,” said McCullar.

With over 18 years of customer service management experience, McCullar has gained valuable knowledge and expertise in retail, publishing, manufacturing and logistics/transportation, all which will play a volatile role in his new position at Basco. Additionally, McCullar has specialized experience, with a Green Belt Certification from Divinity Partners.

“David has a proven track record in customer service management and we are eager to have him join the team,” stated Gamble. “He will truly be an asset to our customer service department by bringing knowledge and expertise to the team.”

McCullar is a graduate of Cincinnati Christian University. He resides in Cincinnati with his wife, Kristen and two sons, Zachary and Jalen. McCullar enjoys spending his free time playing the trumpet and is an active member of Solid Rock Church.

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures and its customer service team, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com.

About Basco Shower Enclosures     

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit www.bascoshowerdoor.com.

TIM SARTORI TO MANAGE LOCAL CINCINNATI DISTRIBUTORS

MASON, OH (June 2011) – Basco Shower Enclosures is pleased to announce the promotion of Tim Sartori to the company’s sales team. Effective immediately, Sartori will serve as the sales account manager for Cincinnati distributors of Basco products.

Currently, Sartori handles the glass channel in Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. As the local account manager, Sartori’s new responsibilities will also include local plumbing wholesalers.

Sartori will report directly to JR Grau, Basco’s regional sales manager. Sartori previously held the position of Builder Sales Representative, selling Basco products to local builders and remodelers.

“Tim has been a key part of our success and we are thrilled to promote him to this new position,” commented Grau. “We are confident that Tim will continue to be an important asset to help our organization reach its goals.”

“I am grateful to be part of such an innovative, growing organization and I am excited to see what my new position holds,” said Sartori. “I hope to continue to bring great success to Basco moving forward.”

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures and its sales team, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com.

About Basco Shower Enclosures     

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit www.bascoshowerdoor.com .

Basco Shower Enclosures is pleased to announce the promotion of Jennifer Sartori to the company’s expanding sales team. Effective immediately, Sartori will serve as the sales representative for builders in the Greater Cincinnati area. 

A native of Cincinnati, Sartori will report to JR Grau, Basco’s Regional Sales Manager. Sartori has been with Basco since 1989 with various roles of increasing responsibility with the sales and marketing organization.  Sartori’s new role will include service to local builder accounts, handling of bids, blueprints and representing Basco at local home building events.

“With over 20 years experience in a well respected employee like Jennifer, Basco is confident we have the right representative for the Cincinnati building community,” stated Grau. “We are excited to continue to broaden our reach while serving the needs of customers through top sales personnel. Jennifer will be an incredible asset to our local sales team.”

 “I am looking forward to my new position at Basco and working with local builders and remodelers in the Tri-State area. I am excited to be a part of such a thriving company like Basco, who is dedicated to the industry and who continues to innovate over the years,” said Sartori. “I hope to continue to bring great success to Basco moving forward.”

Basco Shower Enclosures, Mason, Ohio, in conjunction with the Interior Design Continuing Education Council, announced the availability of the “Demystifying Shower Door Selection” continuing education course. The course, provided by Basco Shower Enclosures, helps designers choose the right shower enclosure product for their customer’s application. It reinforces design concepts and the benefits of shower doors; identifies common configurations and considerations for sliding and swing enclosures; provides characteristics of framed, frameless and heavy glass enclosures; and recognizes and applies steps for selecting a successful shower enclosure solution. (Read More)

MASON, OH (May 2011)— Basco Shower Enclosures, in conjunction with the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC), is pleased to formally announce its newly formed Continuing Education Course,  Demystifying Shower Door Selection. The IDCEC Continuing Education System, a consortium of professional organizations in the United States and Canada that coordinates continuing education approval activities, was responsible for the approval of the new course from Basco Shower Enclosures.

The course, provided by Basco Shower Enclosures, will help designers choose the right shower enclosure product for their customer’s application. While there are several factors to consider when selecting a shower enclosure, the selection process doesn’t have to be complicated. In addition to exploring different enclosure options, the program outlines the overall selection process, and identifies additional areas for consideration to ensure the most successful product selection.

“Designers are doing many more heavy glass shower projects and there is an intimidating fear factor in selling these doors,” notes Don Gamble, executive vice president of sales and marketing for Basco Shower Enclosures. “The course takes designers step-by-step through the selection process, sharing with designers how to identify the space and the options available for different applications.”

The course reinforces design concepts and the benefits of shower doors; identifies common configurations and considerations for sliding and swing enclosures; provides characteristics of framed, frameless and heavy glass enclosures; and recognizes and applies steps for selecting a successful shower enclosure solution.

The no charge, 60 minute course provides .10 CEU credits, which can be delivered in person by a trained Basco CE facilitator. Contact marketing@bascoshowerdoor.com or (800) 543-1938 to inquire about a course provider in your area.

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures, please visit www.bascoshowerenclosures.com.

About Basco Shower Enclosures

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit http://www.bascoshowerdoor.com .

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After tile, one of the most challenging jobs in building a custom shower is installing a glass shower enclosure. There are many options for shower enclosure systems, but to work properly the enclosure has to fit the shower precisely. This often necessitates hiring a professional to fabricate and install a system based on the specific dimensions of your custom shower. However, there are glass shower enclosure systems available that any savvy do-it-yourselfer can install with a few basic hand tools and a little know-how. Join the At Home channel’s host, Jeff Wilson, as he demonstrates how to complete a custom shower with a glass enclosure system. (Read More)

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“Remodeling with small spaces is seemingly becoming a common trend among homeowners these days,” said Steve Kleber, president of the agency. In the white paper — and in more detail in a webinar he’ll be presenting with d5R on May 19 — he provides examples involving bathrooms, kitchens, basement, outdoor spaces and flooring. (Read More)

MASON, OH (February 2011) – Basco Shower Enclosures announces the addition of Mid-America Marketing for the representation of the plumbing wholesale market for Arkansas and Memphis, Tennessee. Mid-America Marketing was selected to support the plumbing wholesale market across the territories due to their technical and showroom knowledge in the plumbing industry.

“With their vast experience in sales of plumbing industry products to wholesalers, Mid-America Marketing is the ideal representative for Basco products in the Arkansas and Memphis territories,” said Cindy Goodwin, vice president of plumbing sales for Basco. “Our product is seen as a decorative product that belongs in a showroom, but it is much more technical than the traditional plumbing showroom lines, which is exactly why Mid-America Marketing is perfect for this role.”

Mid-America Marketing will be spending significant time in the field best representing Basco products’ technical features, building and stengthening relationships with plumbing wholesalers, and ultimately educating them about the importance of a heavy glass shower program. Mid-America Marketing’s territory will include Memphis, Tennessee and the state of Arkansas.

Mid-America Marketing endorses products to wholesalers in the plumbing, industrial, irrigation, and utility industries, recognizing the importance of outreach to contractors, architects, and engineers. Mid-America Marketing represents brands such as American Standard, WATTS and Elkay.

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures and its sales team, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com.

About Basco Shower Enclosures

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit http://www.bascoshowerdoor.com .

Basco’s new Roda line of shower enclosures offers eight distinctive looks ranging from traditional to contemporary to urban. Featuring flexible configurations and a range of accessory options, the frameless, heavy glass shower enclosures also allow designers to showcase tile and stone work in the bath. The collection includes Geolux, Vonse, Rolaire, Evo (pictured), Celesta, Dresden, Tresor, and Preceria styles. A selection of glass and finish options are available to further customize the look of a shower. (Read More)

MASON, OH (January 2011) – Basco Shower Enclosures announced the addition of Suncoast Sales for the representation of the plumbing wholesale market for the state of Florida. Brian Marton, who recently accepted a role as the regional sales manager for the Southeast, selected Suncoast Sales to support the plumbing wholesale market across the state.

“We are very confident in Suncoast Sales’ ability to represent and sell Basco to the plumbing wholesaler market in Florida,” stated Cindy Goodwin, Vice President of Plumbing sales for Basco. “With their vast experience in sales of home and building products to the wholesalers and their relationships, we feel they are a perfect representative to take the next logical step in our wholesale sales.”

Effective immediately, Suncoast Sales will be spending significant time in the field with plumbing wholesalers, strengthening relationships with customers, educting the markets about the importance of a heavy glass shower program. Suncoast Sales’ plumbing wholesaler territory will include the state of Florida, excluding the panhandle region.

“We are very excited about the opportunity to continue to extend Basco products across Florida with the help of Suncoast Sales,” added Brian Marton of Basco.

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures and its sales team, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com.

About Basco Shower Enclosures

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit http://www.bascoshowerdoor.com .

Based in St. Petersburg, Fla., Marton will report to Cindy Goodwin, Basco’s vice president of sales in plumbing. Marton has years of experience in installed sales, with family history extending back to his father, Jim Marton, who began selling Basco shower doors in 1978.

“With the addition of an industry veteran like Brian, Basco is excited to continue broadening our reach while serving the needs of our customers through top sales personnel,” said Goodwin.  “Brian will be a tremendous asset to our team.”

Marton has represented Basco serving as a manufacturer’s representative in the state of Florida since 2005.  Marton was recognized with The Sales Achievement Award in 2006, Eastern Region Representative of the Year in 2006 and 2007, The National Outstanding Growth Award, as well as the National New Business Growth Award in 2008.

“I am happy to be with a thriving company like Basco who is dedicated to the industry and who continues to innovate over the years,” said Marton. “I hope to continue to bring great success to Basco moving forward.”

Marton’s extensive expertise in all aspects of Basco products and programs as well as installation services will be a great asset to Basco’s team and customers. His new sales territory will include the southeast region, from Texas to the Carolinas.

For more information on Basco Shower Enclosures and its sales team, visit www.bascoshowerdoors.com.

About Basco Shower Enclosures

Since 1955, Basco has earned the trust of millions of customers by designing and fabricating custom shower doors and shower enclosures. Basco’s approach centers around their commitment to customer care, craftsmanship and quality. They are consistently rated number one in quality and brand preference. To learn more, visit www.bascoshowerdoor.com .

BASCO Shower Enclosures, the industry leader and innovator in tub and shower enclosures, is changing the way you look at shower doors.  BASCO recently launched RODA by BASCO, a collection of distinctly different luxury shower enclosures.

The RODA  brand was designed to not only meet the needs of consumers looking to create their own personal haven, but also to make the experience of purchasing a shower door intuitive and easy – from selecting the style, all the way through the installation process.  And every RODA enclosure is backed by BASCO’s lifetime warranty. (Read More)

…they give you more room in small bathrooms.

Thus sayeth Basco Shower Doors.

By replacing your existing bathtub with a glass shower enclosure, you’ll free up a lot of room. While usually a fixture of high-end bathrooms, a glass shower enclosure works well in small bathrooms because valuable floor space is not eaten up by the thickness of a shower/tub unit. (Read More)

Basco Shower Enclosures, Mason, Ohio, named Brian Marton the southeast regional sales manager, according to a Jan. 6 release. Based in St. Petersburg, Fla., he will report to Tom Vezdoz, Basco’s vice president of sales in contract distribution. Marton has years of experience in installed sales, with family history extending back to his father, Jim Marton, who began selling Basco shower doors in 1978. (Read More)