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Since 1972

The Strom Living story

For over 50 years we've brought period style to the bath: tub fillers, showers, faucets and tubs with classic lines and modern working parts.

Each one is curated, hand assembled, finished and shipped from our facility in Elk Grove, California.

  • Since 1972
  • Hand assembled in Elk Grove, CA
  • Tested in the USA
Brass tub filler and drain on a white tub against dark red tile

Our history

Over 50 years of timeless design

Five decades of refining our fixtures and our service, with no compromises along the way.

  • 1972

    We start out offering premium plumbing fixtures in the period style.

  • 1984

    We begin the revival of vintage period tub fillers.

  • 1995

    The quarter-turn ceramic disc cartridge comes to our faucets.

  • 2002

    We introduce the thermostatic vintage exposed shower.

  • 2022

    We move into our facility in Elk Grove, California.

Clawfoot slipper tub under a stained glass window with a small white dog, our 2008 catalog cover Our 2008 catalog cover

The Strom Living difference

Rooted in tradition, driven by innovation

We honor timeless design while embracing modern innovation, so every fixture brings authentic character, lasting quality and everyday function to today's homes.

  • Authentic design

    Classic forms and period details for people who value timeless beauty.

  • Premium quality

    Quality materials, hand assembled and tested in the United States.

  • Modern living

    Traditional character with modern working parts, designed for today's homes.

  • Crafted locally

    Curated, hand assembled, finished and shipped from Elk Grove, California.

Brass faucet on a white wall-mount sink beside a towel on a brass hook

Sign of the Crab

A legacy, built to last

Strom Living carries on the legacy of Sign of the Crab, a name that has always stood for authenticity and innovation.

Classic design still has an important place in the modern home, and we believe exceptional fixtures should serve it for generations. We're here to help you reimagine and transform yours.

Wooden tub crates stencilled Strom Plumbing by Sign of the Crab, 2013 Our tub crates, 2013
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