This Year’s Holiday Hosting Hack: The Hidden Home Upgrade Guests Won’t See Coming
By Krystal Pesch, Senior Director of Portfolio Management, Zurn Elkay
You’ve curated the details that make guests feel at home, from what’s on the table to what’s in the air, but this season’s most conversation-worthy upgrade is quietly built into your wall. Meet the Elkay® Liv EZ™ Built-In Filtered Water Dispenser, the sleek home upgrade that makes entertaining easier for you and more impressive for your guests.
A Hydration Station That Keeps Guests Out of the Kitchen
Every great host knows that the kitchen tends to become party headquarters, even when you’d rather it not be. The Liv EZ changes that. By installing it in a room other than the kitchen like a dining room, mudroom, guest bedroom, or bonus room, you give guests a stylish, convenient way to help themselves to fresh, filtered water without crowding your prep space or interrupting your hosting flow.
It’s a small change that makes a big difference, your guests stay refreshed, and you stay stress-free.
Design That Wows, Function That Works
From the brand behind the bottle-filling stations found in schools and airports nationwide, Liv EZ brings commercial-grade water filtration home in a beautiful, minimalist design. The sleek glass-and-steel finish, subtle LED backlight, and clean lines make it feel like a modern design feature rather than an appliance.
And because it’s built into your wall, there’s no countertop clutter, no fridge filters to fuss with, and no single-use bottles piling up after your party.
Hydration That’s Healthier and Smarter
Liv EZ’s WaterSentry® 71300C filter delivers peace of mind with every pour. It’s certified to reduce lead, forever chemicals (PFAS), microplastics, chlorine taste and odor, and more, so you and your guests can enjoy crisp, cleaner water every time.
The built-in “bottles saved” counter even lets you see your environmental impact in real time, reminding you that better hydration can also mean a better planet.
Easy to Install. Easier to Love.
Don’t let “built-in” fool you, Liv EZ lives up to its name. Powered by three AA batteries and free from complicated electrical wiring, installation is straightforward, so you can start enjoying fresh, filtered water without the stress.
The Unexpected Upgrade Your Guests Will Talk About
This holiday season, skip the extra centerpiece and surprise guests with something that’s equal parts stylish and practical. Whether they spot it next to the coat rack or in the guest bedroom, the Liv EZ will leave an impression long after the last toast of the night.
Ready to make this your holiday hosting hack of the year? The Elkay Liv EZ Built-In Filtered Water Dispenser is available now on Amazon, and it just might be your most unexpected (and useful) home upgrade yet.
About the Author
As Senior Director of Portfolio Management, Krystal Pesch leads strategic initiatives that drive growth, revenue optimization, and market expansion across Zurn Elkay’s diverse product portfolio. With deep experience in B2B marketing and strategic planning within industrial and plumbing manufacturing, she has a proven ability to translate market insights into measurable business results. Krystal is known for her collaborative leadership style, uniting cross-functional teams around customer-focused solutions that strengthen Zurn Elkay’s competitive position. She is also a committed advocate for elevating women in manufacturing and expanding pathways to leadership.
Expertise & Media Topics:
- Portfolio strategy and business growth
- B2B marketing and go-to-market excellence
- Industrial and plumbing manufacturing trends
- Cross-functional leadership and team alignment
- Advancing women in manufacturing and leadership roles