American Standard

Overview

American Standard Brands is a North American manufacturer of plumbing fixtures, including toilets, sinks, faucets, tubs, and wellness products for bath and kitchen, serving residential and commercial customers.¹² It focuses on water-saving products for new construction and remodeling projects, operating as part of Lixil Group with a heritage of innovations like the one-piece toilet and combination faucets.¹²

History

The predecessor Standard Sanitary Manufacturing Company was founded in 1875 and merged with other manufacturers in 1899 to form a major producer of bathroom fixtures, becoming the world's largest by 1929.² In 2007, American Standard Companies sold its kitchen and bath division to Bain Capital, leading to the creation of American Standard Americas, which merged with Crane Plumbing and Eljer in 2008 to form American Standard Brands.¹ Bain sold stakes to Sun Capital, and since 2013, it has been a subsidiary of Lixil Group.¹²

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured across facilities in North America and globally through Lixil Group operations in over 150 countries.¹² At the time of the 2007 acquisition, the division had 26,000 workers in 54 production facilities spanning 23 countries.¹

Notable Products

• One-Piece Toilet - Pioneered early 20th-century design for simplified installation and hygiene.
• Combination Faucet - Introduced mixing of hot and cold water for tempered delivery.
• Cadet Toilet - Popular efficient model known for reliability in residential use.
• Serin Faucets - Modern touchless options emphasizing water efficiency.
• Walk-In Baths - Accessible tubs with wellness features for aging-in-place.

Reputation

American Standard is regarded as a trusted industry veteran for durable, innovative plumbing products with a long history of standards-setting advancements.² Professionals note its reliability in both residential and commercial applications, though some enthusiasts critique higher pricing compared to budget competitors.¹