KBIS 2025 Recap: An Unforgettable Show.
The energy at KBIS 2025 was absolutely electric, with crowds larger than I’ve seen in years. From the moment the doors opened, the enthusiasm was palpable, and it was clear that this year’s show was going to be something special.
“Chown has long been an infrequent participant with KBIS due to our boutique approach to our showrooms," said Nathanael Chown of Chown Hardware. "In recent years, we’ve added more well-known brands such as Toto, Kallista, and Robern. This show really is the who's who of our industry, and regardless of who was showing at the conference, everyone was in attendance. Some of my favorite booths were Kallista, Baldwin, and Julien. I loved seeing some of the products available in the west and south halls, as well—a fun reminder that our industry is always changing and evolving. I think I’ll make the show a priority from now on.”
DPHA was well-represented, with 30 members exhibiting, showcasing the best in decorative plumbing and hardware. One DPHA member shared that their booth traffic nearly doubled in the first two days compared to all three days of last year’s show. Across the floor, visitors were incredibly engaged, eager to explore new products and innovations.
"It was by far the best booth traffic we have seen at KBIS in recent memory," said Matt Vecchiolla, senior director of national sales for Top Knobs. "The energy and positivity from our customers is giving us great optimism for a very successful year of business in 2025!"
James Dozois of The Sales Group, who was working the Baldwin booth, said "This was the most attended KBIS in a long time for us regarding the number of our dealers that attended. Booths were packed; it was almost impossible to even say hello to colleagues working those booths."
“Wellness was alive and... WELL throughout the show on many different levels,” said Molly Switzer, principal designer and owner of Molly Switzer Interior Designs. "I particularly appreciated the new filtration systems that filter out microplastics!"
The buzz around KBIS 2025 confirms what we already know—our industry is thriving, and the demand for quality, design, and expertise is stronger than ever.
KBIS by the Numbers (Courtesy of KBB)
- Over 43,000 KBIS registered visitors
- Nearly 700 KBIS exhibitors
- More than 500,000 net square feet of exhibit space
- Over 150 first-time exhibitors
- Nearly 270 international exhibitors
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