April-May 2018 Issue of Inside New Orleans

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furniture, fireplace accessories, grills and more. “Our staff is our greatest asset. When someone comes in interested in purchasing a Big Green Egg, for instance, they can talk to them about it, because they own one themselves and can guide them on its use.” Mona and the previous owner, Anna Papp, have known each other for years. “I was an Outdoor Living Center customer before I was owner. I know the quality of the furniture and accessories. It’s all designed to withstand the elements here in Louisiana and comes with generous warranties, some up to 20 years. I enjoy setting up a showroom where customers can come in and see, touch and feel the furniture and see how it will work out in their own spaces. We talk to them about the areas they’re looking to fill and how they will use their spaces. Do you enjoy entertaining and cooking for a crowd? Do you have young children or grandkids, pool, pets? We have a lot of customers who drive from New Orleans because they enjoy our knowledgeable, personalized service. “It can be overwhelming to walk in and see so many choices,” says Mona. “That’s why we are here. We know our merchandise and understand what will provide the look and features a customer wants. And if they don’t see the exact color or finish they want, we can special order to help them

Mona Vinturella Recently celebrating 50 years in business,

proud to offer a variety of price points, so there

Southland Plumbing Supply, Lighting and

is something for every lifestyle, taste and budget.

Appliances is the only remaining locally owned

Mona says, “Networking with other independent

plumbing supply company in the region. Owner

supply houses through our buying group has

Alan Vinturella has recruited his wife, Mona, to

helped Southland stay competitive with the

use her interior design degree in showcasing

larger chains and big box stores. Our showroom

Southland’s luxury products throughout the years.

specialists are constantly being trained to know

Now, Mona has taken a more active role in the

the latest products and featured offerings and

management and showroom design in Metairie

pride themselves on delivering just what the

and Mandeville.

customer wants.”

“Between the two locations we have nearly

A good thing got even better in August

15,000 square feet of products on display,” says

2017, when Alan and Mona purchased the Outdoor

Mona. With top plumbing brands such as Kohler,

Living Center in Covington. “Outdoor Living Center

Delta, Moen, and Kallista, and thousands of

has a wonderful reputation,” says Mona. “We were

choices in indoor and outdoor lighting, high-end

thrilled to be able to buy a thriving, respected

appliances such as Electrolux, Thermador, Bosch,

local business.” For nearly 30 years, Outdoor

Miele, and others, Southland Plumbing Supply is

Living Center has been a treasure trove of patio

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transform their home, inside and out.”

Southland Plumbing Supply is located at 2321 N. Arnoult Rd., Metairie, 504-835-8411; and 68443 Highway 59, Ste 6, Mandeville, 985-893-8883. southlandplumbingsupply.com. Outdoor Living Center is located at 1331 N. Highway 190, Covington, 985-893-8008. outdoorlivingcenter.com.


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