K&BJ June 2016

June 2016

BA Reflects On KBB • A Record Breaker From Multiwood • BCT Builds On Its Heritage Plus Salone Del Mobile Review, Cooling, Best of British, Modular Furniture Contemporary Appliances, Mirrors & Lighting, Bedrooms and much more

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2. Editor’s Kitchen Choice 4. Tapping Into The Market Strong design focus and distinctive features lead the latest tap innovations.

8. A Cool Customer

Accounting for 26% of the overall white goods sector, advanced technology has seen the cooling markets worth increase to a staggering £857 million.

12. The Smart Kitchen Cover Medal from BCT is an opulent marble effect range created using HD Ultra technology for an unmistakable finish. Available in conker in either a 298x498mm gloss wall or matt finished tile for use on floors and walls.

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The latest trend in home automation and smart technology.

32. Bedtime Beauty

BA Components has hit the ground running with it’s Glidor wardrobe range.

33. Customising Bedtime

Nolte Delbrück has introduced a new made-to-measure offering that delivers a creative solution for the bedroom.

36. Editor’s Bathroom Choice 38. Above & Beyond

The rise of modular bathrooms in the UK.

14. Tomorrow’s World

42. Mirror, Mirror On The Wall

16. Made In Britain

46. A Guiding Light

Whirlpool imagines the kitchen of the future.

Following the Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations, K&BJ takes a closer look at British manufacturing.

20. A Long-Standing History

British Ceramic Tile is propelling itself into the 21st Century with a multimillion pound investment and continual collaborations with iconic designers.

22. BA Reflects On KBB

BA Components treated KBB visitors to a preview of its latest door collections, available from June 2016.

24. Hard Coat Ups The Anti The new Hard Coat range of PET foils from David Clouting contains the ultimate soft touch surface as well as high gloss.

26. Record Breakers

Multiwood is celebrating its most successful year yet. But what is the secret behind the company’s success?

28. Pillow Talk

Rest easy with the latest bedroom furniture.

WATER THE WAY YOU WANT IT The new range of 4 in 1 mixertaps from Abode

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Reflecting the latest bathroom trends.

Sycamore Lighting’s dedication to quality has resulted in major investment in new technologies, personnel and state of the art testing and training facilities at its extended HQ in Leeds.

48. Keeping A Low Profile

The mainline trend continues with larger shower trays enclosures occupying the footprint that was traditionally devoted to the bath.

52. Salone del Mobile Review Highlights from Milan’s largest furniture fair.

55. Business News

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Featuring 15 new designs, the Tuscan wood flooring collection from IDS has been relaunched. The 37-strong collection includes fashionable greys, smoked woods and Herringbone Parquet that keep it on point for the latest trends. Enhancing any new build or renovation project, the FSC certified collection comes with the assurance of a ten year warranty for solid wood and a 25 year warranty for all other décors. Pictured: Country Bleached Oak. 08457 298 298 www.idsurfaces.co.uk

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editor’s choice kitchenK&B_Layout & bathroom june 18:11 2016 •Page 3 1 1 journal 11/01/2016 1. PWS has launched BioGraphy, its new flagship modern kitchen brand. The core range of matt and gloss colours in the Remo and Porter ranges are exstock, together with feature doors in character Graphite and Reclaimed Oak. An additional 20-strong colour palette, offering more choice and design flexibility, has a paint-to-order leadtime of only 21 days. Pictured: BioGraphy kitchen featuring Porter Matt White doors with Reclaimed Oak feature doors.

01325 505 555 • www.pws.co.uk 2. British Ceramic Tile’s latest addition to the ArTile collection showcases one of Ted’s signature prints – flight of the orient. Part of the Ted Baker Residence collection, the new addition is available in two sizes - 600x750mm and 200x250mm and comes with an on-trend grey or mint background.

01626 831 391 • www.britishceramictile.com

3. PWS’ new 1909 in-frame slab range brings a contemporary slant to the range that evolves the traditional ethos of in-frame cabinetry. Featuring a 32-strong colour palette from light neutrals of porcelain and cashmere (pictured) to vibrant citrus tones of saffron and umber, the range comes in four design options and accessories.

01325 505 555 • www.pws.co.uk 4. Rotpunkt has introduced a range of new bold colours to increase the options available to individual, tailored kitchen design. Available on the new Zerox HPL (High Pressure Laminate) finger-print resistant door, Dark Green, Daylight Grey, Midnight Blue and Atlantic (pictured) complete the new collection.

07415 113 946 • www.rotpunktuk.com

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CHOICE REGICOLOR COLOURED STAINLESS STEEL

4 Sometimes it’s all about being different. And with the new RegiColor collection of coloured stainless steel sinks you can be just that!

Available in five shapes and sizes and in three stock colours – Midnight Sky, Arctic White and Sahara Sand - RegiColor sinks can also be produced in any bespoke colour on request.

T: 01260 280033 E: sales@reginox.co.uk W: www.reginox.co.uk

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TAPPING INTO THE MARKET Strong design focus and distinctive features lead the latest tap innovations…

MGS has introduced a new Spin Duo Tap in black stainless steel.

With a single lever control designed for right-hand installation and extendable pull-out spray, the tap comes with a ‘C’ Spout with 360˚ rotation for varied application and flexible lever that retracts a maximum of 17° to accommodate tight spaces or a close sink.

01772 698 111 www.mgstaps.com

taps kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 • 5 1. The Astoria tap from Reginox has a slimline, art nouveau-style spout, whilst temperature and flow are controlled by use of an adjoining single lever. A solid brass body which adds both quality and strength ensures that Astoria offers a strong and reliable tap for any single, 1.5 or double bowl sink. It is available in sparkling chrome and is suitable for both high and low water pressure systems.

01260 280 033 • www.reginox.co.uk

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2. Caple’s new Howe (HOW/SS) professional-style pullout solid stainless steel tap measures 600mm high with a 230mm reach. The single lever tap requires 0.5 bar pressure with a single lever ceramic valve.

0117 938 1900 • www.caple.co.uk 3. Dante Noir from Carron Phoenix is a new mixed material option featuring matt black silicone contrasting with polished chrome. The flexible hose provides a handy directional spray option making it ideal for rinsing, washing and filling pots. Measuring 477mm high, it sits approximately 150mm higher than a standard tap giving it stature and poise without dominating the sink space.

0161 436 6280 • www.carron.com 4. The solid stainless steel Nyon monobloc tap from Franke joins the Specialist Range. The 328mm high Nyon is easily operated by a single side lever. It has a spout reach of 220mm and rotates a full 360° - ideal for use with a double sink. A five year guarantee is offered on the finish and parts.

0161 436 6280 • www.franke.co.uk “A new study from Strathclyde University has shown Brits add nearly £150 million to the UK’s annual energy bill by overfilling their kettles. It found that nine in ten families needlessly add to their electricity costs by adding more water than needed and then re-boiling, wasting an average of £5.39 per household per year.”

Stephen Johnson, Managing Director, Quooker UK

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“Building regulations, such as Part G which covers sanitation, water safety and water efficiency, play a big part in driving tap trends in the new build sector. Mainstream builders must ensure that they are creating kitchens which are stylish yet costeffective, whilst meeting regulations too. High-end developers are more driven by adding value to the property, with the inclusion of more elaborate and stylish hi-tech kitchen brassware.”

Barbara Osborne, Product Manager, Methven UK

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“Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of the waste they create and the impact waste has on the environment. Kettles account for nearly a third (27 per cent) of all electricity used in domestic cooking and just one millimetre of lime scale requires seven per cent more energy to boil water, reflecting the purchase trend for specialist taps.”

Kevin Carr, UK Sales Manager, InSinkErator

1. The AEG ProSource 3-in-1 kitchen tap delivers instant fresh, purified steaming, hot and cold water all in one.

Claiming to use just under 50% less energy to heat water than an electric kettle and 85% less water, it features a four or eight litres tank and child safety function.

0344 561 3613 • www.aeg.co.uk 2. Reginox’s R3N1 tap offers filtered steaming hot, hot and cold water from a single fixture. Available in choice of either a chrome or brushed steel finish, the tap offers immediate steaming hot 98°c, reducing water waste from over-filling the kettle and eliminates the time and energy lost waiting for it to boil.

01260 280 033 • www.reginox.co.uk 3. Methven’s Str3am mono water filter tap combines hot, cold and filtered drinking water. Featuring two separate outlets to prevent cross contamination of filtered water, water is by a Deva carbon polyphosphate water filter. Minimum pressure required 0.5bar. Pictured in Chrome.

0800 195 1602 • www.methven.com 4. Perrin and Rowe has launched two mini instant hot Taps in two traditional designs, Country Aquitaine and Traditional Parthian (pictured). Available in a Chrome, Pewter, Nickel or Gold finish, the tap dispenses hot filtered water up-to 99°C. An LED temperature display can be adjusted to deliver water at a lower temperature and the 2.4 litre digital tank means it can be fitted in compact areas.

01708 526 361 • www.perrinandrowe.co.uk

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Franke has introduced 3 undermount ceramic sinks into the Kubus range with a stylishly contemporary square design.

The classic ceramic material is fired at over 1200°C, ensuring it will resist extreme temperatures and withstand impact, scratches and discolouration.

The range consists of a medium or large single bowl and a 1.5 bowl model.

Make it wonderful at franke.co.uk

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A COOL CUSTOMER Things are hotting up in the cooling market. Accounting for 26% of the overall white goods sector, advanced technology has seen the markets worth increase to a staggering £857 million.

Baumatic’s BWC885BGL 41 bottle built-in dual temperature electronic wine cabinet has adjustable upper and lower zones that are ambient temperatures for sparkling, white and red wines. With fan-assisted operation, it also features touch controls with LED displays, six wooden shelves (five telescopic), tempered and smoked door glass and internal light.

01189 311 110 www.baumatic.co.uk

“Over the past few years, the big fashion story in cooling has been the introduction of the wine cabinet to the kitchen. For a long time these appliances were only available at very high price points and aimed toward premium kitchens but they are now firmly available in the mid-market sector.”

Owain Harrison, UK head of Sales and Marketing Built-in, Hoover Candy Baumatic

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“Thermo-electric wine cabinets are old news as these models are only capable of cooling to 15ºC below the ambient temperature. This can affect the flavour of your wine during extreme temperatures.

Wine cabinets that mimic the conditions of a wine cellar are the latest trend as they ensure your wine remains at a constant temperature, humidity and away from light. Compressor cooling systems maintain the right temperature regardless of the ambient room temperature, allowing wine to retain its complex flavours.”

Danny Lay, Managing Director, Caple

1. The Electrolux side by side cooling centre includes a fridge, freezer and wine cooler in a sleek integrated design. The stainless steel fridge ensures even temperature and humidity control, whilst FrostFree technology in the freezer ends the tedious task of defrosting. The full length wine cellar can hold 98 75cl bottles of wine and maintains the ideal humidity levels so you can preserve both red and white wines in optimum conditions.

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2. The new WC177 in-column wine cabinet from Caple has been designed with toughened, UVprotected glass door, eight sliding shelves and two double shelves for stacking larger bottles, which are all telescopic for easy access. With three different temperature zones, noise levels measure 42dB and it features an innovative, no frost compressor cooling system that provides total control of the temperature in each zone in the cabinet.

0117 938 1900 • www.caple.co.uk

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3. Smeg has launched a new range of wine coolers to add to its existing Guido Canali designed Classic collection. The CVI338X is an under-counter wine cooler with two separate compartments and telescopic wooden shelves. It is fitted with a charcoal filter that eliminates undesirable odours that could spoil the wine. A 38 bottle capacity provides ample space to store your wine collection.

0844 557 9907 • www.smeguk.com 4. Available in a black or white glass finish, Miele’s KFN29683 B A+++ rated fridge freezer benefits from a new Click2Open and SoftClose door mechanism and features a PerfectFresh Pro system, frost free technology, ‘FreshTouch’ touch screen controls, Active AirClean filter and a FlexiLight system – an LED light source that gently increases in intensity, immersing the interior in a uniform light.

0845 330 2660 • www.miele.co.uk

“As shopping habits change from a planned weekly shop to more frequent, smaller shops and with a heightened focus on food wastage, we are beginning to see that consumers are looking to their refrigeration appliances to provide features that can support this trend. Technology has enabled the industry to create highly sophisticated products that maintain perfect food storage environments in the home and extended foods lifespan.”

Neil Pooley, Kitchen Category Manager, Miele

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“The refrigeration market is back at a pre-crisis level, still just short of 2007. The fridge freezer market is showing the most growth, up 3.3 per cent and this is driven by an increased demand for large size 60cm fridge freezers, and side by side models, which are up 13.4 per cent. The rise in sales of side by side models is partially fuelled by the replacement cycle as well as consumers purchasing new kitchens and houses.”

Steve Macdonald, Marketing Director of Freestanding Division, Hoover Candy UK

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1. Zanussi’s ZRB38212WA freestanding fridge freezer features TwinTech technology that ensures fresh food stays fresher for longer. With an A+ energy rating, it also features No Frost technology, EasyStore box, Quick Chill and Quick Freeze functions. Dimensions: HxWxD - 2010 x 595 x 630mm. www.zanussi.co.uk 2. Belling’s new 1.77m tall BTL117 built-in larder has a 316 litre net capacity and features five glass shelves with an additional glass salad cover, a bottle shelf, two salad drawers and transparent door storage units, all illuminated by LED interior lighting.

A+ energy rated, it’s fitted with reversible doors and sliding hinges.

0344 815 3746 • www.belling.co.uk 3. Gorenje’s NRC6192TX fridge freezer features ConvertActive technology which enables users to switch the freezer into a refrigerator at the touch of a button. The addition of a special VitaLight drawer ensures antioxidation, prolonging the freshness of fruit and vegetables, whist FreshActive drawer, SuperCool technology and NoFrost Plus technology offers great flexibility for busy families.

0344 815 3746 • www.belling.co.uk

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From freezer…

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NEW RANGE - HARTSIDE

Featured: Hartside Light Grey, Porcelain & The Bespoke Colour ‘Dark Blue’

STOCKED COLOURS

Porcelain

Introducing Hartside - a one piece shaker with a smooth painted matt finish. Available from stock in Porcelain and Light Grey with bespoke colours supplied in 3 weeks.

For more information about the Hartside range, please contact: sales@multiwood.co.uk or call 0161 767 9044 www.multiwood.co.uk

Light Grey

Design Features - Angled end mouldings, full height 1965 larder doors and dual panelled tall doors.

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Siemens is offering a complete range of networked products that can be controlled remotely via a free app.

Home Connect lets you pick up tasty recipes from your oven, tips on how to use the appliances and even access technical support if anything goes wrong. Other features include digital instructions, tips and tricks that will help the customers use their appliance to the fullest.

0844 892 8999 www.siemens-home.co.uk

THE SMART KITCHEN The latest trend in home automation and smart technology…

1. The six new multifunction, pyrolytic, steam and microwave ovens in the Frames by Franke range are part of the 32-strong collection of ovens, hoods, hobs, sinks and taps which is the first ever product range developed with design synergy across all the products. The ovens are available in either classic black glass or champagne glass. Pictured is a Frames FS 913 P multifunction touch control pyrolytic oven and a Frames FS 912 M multifunction rotary control oven.

0161 436 6280 • www.franke.co.uk 2. Elica has launch Stream, a collection of hoods and induction hobs that are capable of interacting intelligently and wirelessly with each other. Fitted with wireless technology, the hob transmits information about the way it is being used to the hood, including which zones on the hob are in use, the cooking power being used and even the presence of pots and pans themselves for optimal air quality.

01252 351 111 • www.elica.com

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020 7739 4644 • www.urbaninterior.co.uk

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4. Hoover’s HO786VX Wizard 60cm multifunctional oven features 10 functions including Wi-Fi operated cooking which is operated via an app.

It enables consumers to control, monitor and manage their appliance from any room in the house or while they are out. Other features include LCD full programmer, LED Vision in-door lighting and LCD display.

01189 311 110 • www.hoover.co.uk 5. Owners of some new V-ZUG appliances can now request a new software upgrade function free of charge. It installs new functions and settings like wellness, hygiene and a keep warm facility and it can also be re-programmed to heat towel, wraps, massage stones and pillows that you may use at night time. Other unusual uses of steam include: heating baby bottles and jam jars to preserve jam.

0843 289 5759 • www.vzug.com

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6. The new M series ovens from Wolf offer ten cooking modes via an LCD touchscreen control panel including Proof, Dehydration, Bake Stone, Warm and Gourmet. The new Gourmet mode includes a menu of pre-set options that help guide users through the cooking process, including temperature and rack placement, eliminating any guesswork. Once the setting is selected, the oven may adjust cooking settings throughout the process, with many dishes not require a pre-heated oven. Pictured: ICBDO30PM Built-in Professional Double Oven.

0845 250 0010 • www.subzero-wolf.co.uk 7. AEG’s ProClean WaterSave Dishwasher claims to significantly reduce water consumption within households by almost 50% by recycling the water internally. Other benefits include a dedicated Glasscare package ensuring gentle care of glassware and an Extra Hygiene function guaranteeing a 99.99% bacteria-free cleaning result.

03445 613 613 • www.aeg.co.uk

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7 “There’s going to be much of an ongoing dialogue in the future between the user of an appliance and the manufacturer. There’s scope for fun and interactive features such as easy and healthy recipe ideas or interactive cooking. The oven could also learn about the user’s tastes and preferences and suggest tips and recipes from the manufacturer based on this information.”

Rhys Evans, Sales Manager, V-ZUG “From connectivity to home automation systems for remote management of valuable wine collections and increasing the output of your ice-maker for an impromptu gatherings, to NASA based Air Purification technology in refrigeration, increasing the life of your food; technology is underpinning today’s kitchen appliances.”

Craig Davies, MD Sub-Zero & Wolf UK

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Whirlpool Interactive Kitchen of the Future splashback

TOMORROW’S WORLD Whirlpool imagines the kitchen of the future

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here are more than 2.5 billion people worldwide who are connected to the Internet. Back in 2008, the number of Internet-connected things overtook the number of people in the world, and at this moment, there are over 10 billion things connected to the Internet. This ever-increasing ‘Internet of Things’ continues to grow every single minute.

Whirlpool has foreseen the future kitchen as a natural progression from where we are now and developed a concept kitchen to demonstrate where we might be in the near future. The Whirlpool Interactive Kitchen of the Future concept features an interactive splash back and cooktop that connects the

consumer to their social networks, favourite websites and recipes, for meal and guest planning with no additional devices or books required. The interactive splash back features a personalised touch screen which facilitates live ‘chats’ with mum for secret recipe tips and offers wine recommendations for the selected meal, while the future kitchen hob lists the dishes’ ingredients and tells you where to place each saucepan automatically.

The Whirlpool concept kitchen simulates a day in the life in a smart kitchen. Whirlpool foresees sensor technology, which can measure the nutritional content in a packed lunch and an interactive kitchen, which can monitor the arrival time of the school bus and suggest breakfast ideas based on how much time a parent has to get their children out the door. A signal from the baby monitor notes when it’s time to warm the baby’s bottle on For more information please visit www.whirlpool.co.uk

the induction cooktop, and the interactive display shows cooking alerts and reminders to flip or stir ingredients when required.

Smart vessels will sense their contents and automatically heat or cool to the ideal temperature, and the presence of packaged goods will auto-set a microwave.

Alessandro Finetto, Senior Director of Global Consumer Design, Whirlpool EMEA, adds, “It is important that the most powerful innovations are inspired by human behaviours and are a real need. It is important that new products should empower and positively impact daily living; otherwise it’s simply technology for its own sake.”

The future, according to Whirlpool, envisages more products that help you enjoy living today, releasing time to spend with friends and family, and with one foot going forward to tomorrow.

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The new Juliet Single Lever Kitchen Mixer tap by Perrin & Rowe is available with a C or U spout and optional hand rinse. Available in Chrome, Nickel or Pewter, it has been hand crafted from raw materials sourced and manufactured in Britain. Juliet 4912 (pictured) measures 385mm heigh x Spout Reach of 235mm.

01708 526 361 www.perrinandrowe.co.uk

MADE IN BRITAIN Following the Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations, K&BJ takes a closer look at British manufacturing…

1. The Suave radiator from Vogue UK is now available in a new textured Anthracite finish. Crafted from high quality Mild Steel, it delivers a heat output of 669 Watts or 2281 Btu/hr and has an optional Magnetic Towel Bar, allowing you to heat your room as well as dry your towels. It measures 1800mm high with a width of 500mm and 85-110mm depth and is guaranteed for 15 years.

01902 387 000 • www.vogueuk.co.uk 2. UK cooker brands Belling and Stoves have added a quintessentially British shade to the Colour Boutique collection. The classic Soho Green is available across Stoves’ Richmond and Belling’s Classic collection of range cookers, available in three sizes (90, 100 and 110cm) and in gas, duel fuel and electric-induction fuel types.

0844 248 4149 • www.stoves.co.uk

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“Due to the marketplace offering more detailed and informative product information, consumers are now becoming more adept at recognising the difference in calibres, and I believe British manufacturing has been responsible for this change in consumer perception.”

David Cole, Sales Director, Perrin & Rowe “When we made the decision to return the manufacture of our cooking appliances back to the UK in 2009, there were a number of raised eyebrows. It went against the accepted norm in the white goods industry, which was for brands to manufacture cheaply abroad. However, returning the manufacture of our products back to the UK has given us greater control over quality and allowed us to respond more quickly to trends in the market.”

Steve Dickson, Head of Category: Range cooking, Glen Dimplex Home Appliances

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3. Marlborough is the classic Shaker kitchen from Masterclass Kitchens, available in the British manufacturer’s new Silk finish. Marlborough has a wealth of accessories and internals, such as a classic mantle, shaker detailed panelling and chefs tables, helping to make a bespoke kitchen design. Pictured in Light Grey and Dust Grey, the Silk finish is also available in Coastal Mist, Graphite and White.

01443 449 499 www.masterclasskitchens.co.uk 4. Gotham Grey is one of four colours that make up J. Rotherham’s new Quartz Concrete Series. Pictured alongside a muted blue shaker style kitchen, the concrete textured worktop is enhanced by a 30mm thick square polish profile. The brushed finish offers a matt and lightly textured effect that plays to the resurgence for highly tactile, mixed material interiors and monolithic inspired product designs.

0845 388 1927 • www.jrotherham.co.uk

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5. Bushboard has been manufacturing products at its Wellingborough site since the 1960s, having been originally established in 1933. Most recently, it has launched the Nuance laminate bathroom wall panelling range. Offering 26 designs, it is available in a choice of five panel sizes in a mix of classic and urban finishes that reflect key trends for concrete, weathered timbers and neutral stones.

01933 232 242 • www.bushboard.co.uk

“Whilst the UK doesn’t benefit from a low cost production base, it does have the advantages of deeply rooted manufacturing excellence which is recognised globally, particularly in ceramics.

‘Made in England’, where it is genuine, is a mark which discerning consumers are willing to invest in across the corners of the globe.”

David Dare, CEO, Shaws of Darwen “The ‘Designed/Made in Britain’ label still carries a great deal of prestige in many overseas territories, where the British panache for the highest quality design is renowned. This is particularly the case in countries like USA where British goods have always been appreciated.”

Steve Birch, Sales Director, Vogue (UK)

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British bath manufacturer Cabuchon Bathforms has launched the Yasahiro bath, a modern take on the traditional Japanese ofuro. Key features include a sculpted backrest, a low seat, soft headrest and long integrated armrests. It also boasts a large footwell that makes it suitable for use with overhead or wall-mounted showers. Its compact dimensions - 1440mm x 850mm (56.75” x 33.5”) - make it well suited for use as a corner bath.

01524 66022 www.cabuchon.com

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“By manufacturing in the UK we are able to be much more flexible and reactive as a supplier, which is vital in today’s challenging marketing conditions, allowing us to quickly respond and make product improvements and developments where required. We can quickly launch new product additions to meet trends and we can offer a bespoke service to tailor make products, which had become crucial in the contract market.”

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1. New for 2016, Utopia’s YOUTM modular bathroom range can be fitted with one of five handle designs or, for a bespoke look, the bathroom range can be delivered without factory fitted handles. This allows the home-owner to customise the cabinets to suit, choosing any handle and handle position on the door. Pictured in Teal and Durham Oak. 01902 406 402 • www.utopiagroup.com

2. The Thomas Crapper cloakroom basin set includes a High-level WC Set with ‘814’ Cistern and Oval Seat.

This High-level WC Set is available in various finishes and features a High-level Cast ‘814’ Cistern, Cast-Iron Cistern Brackets and Patrases, Pull & Chain, Flushpipe & Clips. Furthermore, it features the Thomas Crapper Oval Seat in Standard Oak and the Venerable WC. 01789 450522 • www.thomas-crapper.com

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A LONG-STANDING Building on its heritage, British Ceramic Tile is propelling itself into the 21st Century with a multimillionpound investment and continual collaborations with iconic designers.

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British manufacturer for over 100 years, British Ceramic Tile has a long established history of producing unique wall and floor tiles. Formerly Candy Tiles, the company has been through several transformations since it began in the 1900s, and following a business merger in 2011, the company welcomed a new management team and with it, a new approach to manufacturing tiles.

A multimillion pound investment in new technology and a focus on placing the customer at the heart of the company’s business practices resulted in British Ceramic Tile driving its tiles forward into the 21st century while building an unrivalled reputation for its consumer driven wall and floor tile solutions.

British Ceramic Tile has differentiated its offering through aspirational design, replacing

the commodity lines with a diverse, marketleading product portfolio featuring ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles as well glass products and mosaics, and a strategic collection of designer brands.

Caryn Clarke, Marketing Director at British Ceramic Tile explains: “Our mission is to thrill our customers with great design and deliver a product portfolio and level of service that is second to none. We have invested heavily in cutting-edge technology, our people and our infrastructure to ensure we are supplying the right product for the right market with design at the forefront of every collection.”

The company manufactures tile collections here in the UK using environmentally friendly techniques and a skilled local workforce, adding value through design and high quality raw materials. Devon has long been known for its stunning natural landscape and

For more information please visit www.britishceramictile.com or call 01626 831 391

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extensive white clay reserves, and it is these multiple quarries that provide British Ceramic Tile with the highest quality raw materials for its products.

With the vast majority of products made in Britain rather than overseas, not only can the company assure customers of a high quality product, it makes considerable reductions in its carbon footprint and has received the highest environmental and energy saving accreditation.

In a market where brands are not recognised, British Ceramic Tile is leading the way with its in-house brand development and iconic designer ranges. Over the past few years the business has focused considerably on brand development, building on its British heritage to add credibility while educating customers on how to use the tiles creatively in the home.

It has enjoyed particular success with its designer brands, which have been a key driver for growth across all markets. “UK consumers have a love affair with designer brands,” explains Caryn. “Our collaborations with some of Britain’s best known designer names including Conran & Partners, Laura Ashley and most recently global lifestyle brand Ted Baker have set us apart from the competition. These iconic designer collections have performed incredibly well for us, exciting our customers with innovation, creativity and flair.”

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BA REFLECTS ON KBB BA Components treated KBB visitors to a preview of its latest door collections, available from June 2016.

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hen is a door more than just a door? The answer has to be when it helps define the style and personality that lies behind the kitchen. With the latest additions to the Kitchen Collection

by BA Components, showcased at KBB and due for official launch in June 2016, BA has purposely set out to give consumers more choice by taking the trend for contemporary lines, tactile surfaces, neutral colours and beautiful décors to the next level. Included in the new additions are handleless and J-pull options finished with sumptuously soft Supermatts; square-edged slab doors that make the most of beautiful prints; and deeply structured oak grain embosses that highlight contemporary lines. A flawless mirror door, shown for the first time on BA’s KBB stand, is also among the new additions to the Zurfiz collection and is undoubtedly the first of its kind in the market.

For more information call 028 8676 4600 or visit www.byba.co.uk

Matt Graphite, Oakgrain Light Grey and Oakgrain Cashmere are the latest additions to the Bella range of PVC wrapped doors, while the 1mm edged Zurfiz range now includes four new fabulous anti-fingerprint, HardCoat Supermatts (Cashmere, Dust Grey, Light Grey and White) and five inspired stone and wood effects with deep structure embosses (Driftwood Light Grey, Evora Stone Graphite, Halifax Natural Oak, Gladstone Tobacco Oak and the flawless Mirror). Pronto benefits from eight new additions ranging from Wilton Graphite to Rothwell and Firbeck in White, while the no compromise Valore range now includes ten new décors, among them four unicolours, Concrete and four beautifully figured woodgrains - White Swiss Larch, Mali Wenge, Coco Bolo, Grey Brown Ontario Walnut - as well as the strikingly different Grey Brown Metallo.

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Zurfiz Supermatt Cashmere, Supermatt White & Gladstone Tobacco Oak

Pronto Wilton in Oakgrain Graphite and Oakgrain Grey

The ceramic door from the Helix T Valore Coco Bolo & Alabaster

Bella Cambridge in Oakgrain Light Grey

From the Bella range: Matt Graphite with a centre pull (left) and Oakgrain Cashmere with a J-pull on the left (centre). Shown right is a Pronto Rothwell in high scratch and fingerprint-resisting Supermatt Dust Grey with full width J-pull.

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HARD COAT UPS THE ANTI

Anti-scratch and antifingerprint, the new Hard Coat range of PET foils from David Clouting contains the ultimate soft touch surface as well as high gloss.

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loss looks fabulous. Of that there is no doubt. In the kitchen, reflective high gloss surfaces add a special quality and the trend is increasingly moving towards contemporary styling with high gloss doors used more and more. Handle-less, slab designs such as the new doors seen on the BA Components stand and the new designs on the O&S Doors stand at KBB, are the perfect way to show really good gloss to its best effect. But gloss has one major drawback, especially in a kitchen: the slightest touch of a finger leaves an unsightly print on its pristine surface - and for the fastidious, that means only one thing: out with the paper towels and cleaning products.

Always astute and eager to stay one step ahead, BA Components found the solution

to fingerprints in David Clouting’s Hard Coat collection, a range of on-trend unicolours that brings both anti-fingerprint and anti-scratch properties to high gloss and the very latest supermatt finishes. On show at KBB were several new doors from BA that had been finished with Hard Coat in supermatt - and despite rigorous “testing” by visitors, not a fingerprint, nor a mark were to be seen on any of them.

Described as having “a similar look to acrylic panels in gloss and supermatt”, the Hard Coat PET collection provides significant improvement in scratch and mar resistance when compared with regular lacquers and comes at a price that makes it a realistic, costeffective alternative to other gloss and matt panels and is intended for flat lamination.

For more information on the Hard Coat PET range and the most recent Interior Films,

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A spectacular venue was chosen for the launch of the latest range of LG Hausys décor products, available through David Clouting Ltd. Colour matched to existing press grade foils, BA and O&S have adopted several foils from the Hard Coat PET range (currently Torberry available ex-stock from David Clouting), which includes White, Pale Cream, Alabaster, Oyster, Cashmere, Mussel, Light Grey and Dust Grey in both gloss and supermatt. David Clouting is stocking exact colour matched edging for all the Hard Coat products.

At a spectacular launch event, hosted on the top floor of London’s famous landmark, the Gherkin, the very latest trend-setting décor foils and Interior Films from David Clouting Ltd were unveiled as part of a presentation by LG Hausys’ of the décor giant’s theme for the year, Anima. In all, seven new furniture décors were presented: two subtle concrete designs, two smooth-finished Carrara marble designs, two painted oaks and a stainless steel. More details will be available by autumn on colours and availability. The Interior Films, which are perfect for refurbishment projects, feature walls, etc., were presented in three groups: Magis, which includes four subtle woodgrains (including a painted-look) and three wovenlook designs; Animal, which includes six sumptuous designs ranging from a fabulous, almost matt black painted woodgrain, to metallics and a new interpretation of concrete; and Gift, a softer collection of woodgrains, subtle weaves and painted wood effects.

contact David Clouting Ltd on 01376 518 037, or visit www.davidclouting.co.uk

BA Components found the solution to fingerprints in David Clouting’s Hard Coat collection - and subjected it to rigorous testing at KBB!

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Multiwood is celebrating its most successful year yet. But what is the secret behind the company’s success?

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hanks to the introduction of bespoke painting options, attendance at Birmingham’s KBB exhibition and continual investment in its warehouse facilities, it’s been a record-breaking year for kitchen door and accessories specialist, Multiwood.

The introduction of the Lancashire-based company’s bespoke painting service has seen Multiwood’s orders increase significantly over the last 12 months. Launched in 2015, orders for bespoke colour-ways and matching accessories spiked almost immediately and have remained consistently high since the option was introduced.

“Our first year of in-house painting was phenomenal in terms of the reaction and growth to the service,” explains Multiwood’s newly appointed Creative Director, Ben Allan.

“Keen to offer a wide range of on-trend designs, we currently offer 10 ranges that can be painted to the customer’s preference. This number will increase to 12 this summer, with the addition of our new smooth painted Farringdon Beaded and Farringdon Shaker ranges.”

Multiwood’s presence at Birmingham’s KBB exhibition has also played its part in the recordbreaking year. Exhibiting for the first time this year, their range of bespoke painted products, new door designs and prototypes received outstanding feedback, resulting in an exclusive 12 month UK deal that will see unique Gloss and Matt ranges stocked later this year.

Continual investment in its facilities has also aided Multiwood’s growth. This summer will see work commence on the 20,000 sq.ft. warehouse extension. Ben explains, “Over the last few years we have concentrated on

re-investing in new products and the bespoke spray shop. Now it’s time for us to invest in the future by increasing the capacity of our stock holding with a brand new extension. Not only can we see the company growing but we also have a clear image of our future direction too.”

The extension, which will house a new state of the art racking system, promises to increase productivity and capacity utilization. It will also enable the company to increase the number of bespoke painted accessories available.

After such a successful year, what does the future hold for Multiwood? Dan Evers, Marketing Manager adds, “In addition to increasing the Multiwood portfolio, the coming months will focus on developing the First Impressions brand and consumer awareness.

With the introduction of a consumer website and consumer advertising campaign, we are confident Multiwood retailers will be encouraged to include branded displays within their showrooms. Look out for the FI brand in consumer magazines from September.”

For more information please visit www.multiwood.co.uk or call 0161 767 9044

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PILLOW TALK… Rest easy with the latest bedroom furniture…

The Trenta range from Nolte Delbrück oozes classic Bauhaus style.

Featuring high gloss black or white fronts set in chromed steel, sliding door wardrobes come in widths of 165cm up to the spacious panorama wardrobes at 320cm. Hinged wardrobe options are also available.

Chests of drawers and beside tables feature self-closing and soft close Quadro roller system drawers in a wide choice of heights and widths.

01661 842304 www.inhouseltd.co.uk

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“Gloss slab doors still dominate the sales as many consumers still want to keep their bedrooms light and bright due to them being smaller rooms.

However, Grey, Charcoal and Cashmere finishes with different edge banding options have really stood out as the drivers for growth.”

Simon Bodsworth, Managing Director, Daval Furniture Ltd

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1. Daval have launched a new super matt bedroom range called Mayfair. Soft and silky to the touch, Mayfair is a luxurious new addition available in four colours of Frost White, Dove Grey, Cashmere and Charcoal. Shown here in combination with the new Grey Oak finish for the Varenna range, a paired back sophisticated wood grain with a washed stained effect.

01484 848 500 • www.daval-furniture.co.uk

2. Crown Imperial combines its Furore metallic Titanium and Grey dark gloss bedroom and Lifespace storage collection to make a bedroom centrepiece. Lifespace storage furniture is available in a variety of configurations, four wardrobe heights including reduced heights for loft/reduced ceiling height rooms, mirrored options and over 40 handle choices. Furore is available in nine gloss colours (two metallic options) and four wood effects.

01227 742 424 • www.crown-imperial.co.uk

“The latest bedroom trends focus on ultraflexible and stylish fitted storage solutions in a multitude of configurations, offering consumers an extensive choice. Interestingly, recent research from LV highlights the changing face of the average family home. In only a decade, it has shrunk by two square metres, coupled with 22% of family households having been forced to modify their homes to create more space. 2016 will see further demand for multi-functional bedroom spaces that can easily be adapted to consumers changing needs.”

Tony McCarthy, Commercial Director, Crown Imperial

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“The market has increased slightly, as more customer are seeing the benefit of having fully fitted wardrobes as a way of maximising their storage solutions within their bedroom, as fitted bedrooms have the benefit of being available in a wide variety of widths compared with freestanding furniture generally available in two or three widths only. Also it was seen as only the master bedroom that need fitted furniture many years ago, now it is quite popular for the remains bedrooms of the house to have a small number of fitted units, if space allows.”

Doug Haswell, Furniture Manager, Caple

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1. BA’s Glidor sliding door range is available in 33 vinyl wrapped colour options. Featuring a Hettich sliding gear and soft close option, the new collection is available on an eight day lead time and comes with a six year warranty. Pictured in Matt Cashmere and San Remo Rustic.

028 8676 4600 • www.byba.co.uk 2. Fitted bedroom specialist Caple has added a new collection of furniture. The Holton cabinets fit well in both contemporary and more traditional settings and, with eight colours and a range of handles to choose from, it proves a versatile range. Chic and streamlined, this bright, light and polished look will work well in any bedroom setting. Dimensions vary according to the user’s needs.

0117 938 1900 • www.caple.co.uk

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3. The Smart Slide Drawer Systems from Samet is suitable for use in kitchens, bedrooms and the living area. Featuring a lock-fix mechanism for quick and flexible installation, it includes a push-open function for non-handle drawers and an integrated soft-close mechanism. Wide drawer size alternatives are available from 250 mm to 600 mm and has a 30kg loading capacity. www.samet.com 4. The undermount pull out clothes hanger and pull out tie and belt rack are from Vibo’s Elite range. The hanger measures 163mm high making it ideal for shirts and tops. The rack can be mounted to the side of a cabinet. With universal left and right fitting, it can fit into the smallest of bedrooms.

024 7630 8100 • www.ney.co.uk

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Ultra UG Light Grey UG Japanese Pear

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BEDTIME BEAUTY With a 6-year guarantee, made to measure options and 50% discount for a limited time, BA Components has hit the ground running with it’s Glidor wardrobe range.

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A Component’s Glidor sliding wardrobe range has been created with design flexibility in mind. Available in three distinctive collections, 60 colour variations and a bespoke option to make any space fully functional, the beauty of BA’s latest range is more than just skin deep.

With ease of installation at the forefront of BA’s mind, the Glidor concept allows you to easily fit the system to a carcass or alcove.

It can also be retro-fitted, replacing a sliding door system on an old wardrobe for a quick and easy re-design.

But be sure not to limit Glidor to the bedroom. The versatile design means it can

be used in any room in the home. Introduce your customer to the idea of extra storage in a playroom, home office or snug to show them the endless design options available to them.

Each collection - Urban, Ultra and Unique – has its own distinctive design attributes which can be suited to rooms around the home. A horizontal direction of grain is used throughout the woodgrain finish, with soft close doors and bespoke two and three door designs made at the customer’s discretion.

To complete the range, a selection of complementary fitted and freestanding units and accessories are available.

For more information please call 028 8676 4600 or visit www.byba.co.uk

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Orlando’s upholstered headboard with integrated bedside cabinet Nolte Delbrück’s Orlando range

Nolte Delbrück has introduced a new made-to-measure offering that delivers a creative solution for the bedroom.

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Orlando’s bed system in Royal Oak veneer and white lacquer

olte Delbrück has launched its new bespoke bedroom furniture range, Orlando. Offering a collection of German-made hinged wardrobes, handle designs and dimensions that can be freely combined, the new concept has been created to offer the perfect combination of minimal and classical elements.

This design contrast can be seen between the ranges popular Royal Oak veneer and white lacquer, which when paired creates a powerful depth and tone through cutting edge textures. In order to create a one-of-a-kind bedroom design, veneer surfaces – which can be used both vertically and horizontally - have individual appearances thanks to its natural growth.

Differences in colour and structure give the design an unmistakable sign of authenticity

which, when combined with Orlando’s bespoke manufacturing process, leads to a naturally inviting room.

Orlando’s hinged door wardrobes can be created around you. Offering functional design options for your ideal storage space, the hinged design features Quadro ball bearing runners for smooth performance and self and soft closing systems. Available in widths from 165cm up to 300cm, the design can also incorporate mirror fronts.

The bed system, which is partnered with an upholstered headboard, is available in widths of 160cm, 180cm and 200cm.

A single drawer bedside cabinet can be integrated within the bed system in widths of 50 and 60cm. To complete the collection, all handles are available in Chrome, Silver Matt or White Lacquer.

For more information please visit www.inhouseltd.co.uk or call 01661 842 304

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editor’s choice 36 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 1. RAK Ceramics has launched its Metropol wall tiles. The collection includes textured Hive and Line designs, in pales tones with matching base tiles.

Colour options include Ivory, Beige, Light Grey and Medium Grey, which each have a matt finish. The Hive and Line décor tiles measure 40cm x 80cm and the base tiles are offered in a choice of 40cm x 80cm and 41.6cm x 41.6cm formats.

01730 237 850 • www.rakceramics.co.uk

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2. The Heritage Collection from BCT combines two of Laura Ashley’s archive inspired prints – Mr Jones and Wicker - offering a contemporary grey colour palette of Charcoal and Dove Grey. Highly versatile, each 331x331mm tile can be used on both walls and floors to create feature walls or standout flooring, and has the added benefit of being made from ceramic, making it the perfect choice for any room in the home.

01626 831391 • www.britishceramictile.com

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3. Air is the new furniture system from Salice. Fully adjustable and available in three directions, it incorporates an integrated soft close mechanism for decelerated closing or the push self-opening system for handle-less doors. With a thickness of only 10mm, it is compatible for use with both with wooden doors and aluminium-framed doors.

01480 413831 • www.saliceuk.co.uk 4. At the heart of Lecico’s new Space Saving range is a brand new Close Coupled WC with a total projection of just 614mm. The WC has been created to offer a clean streamlined modern design that takes up less space. The basins, all with less than 380mm projection, have been selected from the broad range of products within the Lecico portfolio and are showcased with the space saver WC in Lecico’s new brochure.

01234 244 030 • www.lecico.co.uk

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The Curvo Bathroom Furniture Collection by Dansani is available in Matt Graphite, Grey Rubber or Matt Lacquer White. Vanity units and mirrors are available in 90 and 120 cm wide versions. Wall cabinets and doors are made from 8 mm MDF board fitted with 2.5 mm thin aluminium shelves which provide storage space. The doors come with an adjustable push-open function. Mirrors are supplied on 16 mm lacquered MDF board and with wall fittings.

0800 587 1725 www.dansani.co.uk

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1. The Grohe Sensia® Arena shower toilet offers innovative features and modular design. Activated via a remote control unit or app, cleansing functions can be set and activated. Features include an air-infused shower spray, rimless bowl and an automatic opening lid. A floor standing model is also available with automatic flushing and rinsing.

0871 200 3414 • www.grohe.co.uk 2. The Twyford Energy Collection e500 range features water-and-humidity-resistant furniture in high gloss Grey and White. To complement the on trend slim-styled washbasins, two-drawer vanity units with compartmentalised storage are available in 450mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm and 1200mm sizes, in addition to 360 x 1800mm tall units, all of which include a soft-close mechanism.

01270 879 777 • www.twyfordbathrooms.com “Modular shapes can sometimes appear formal and masculine which is great if that’s the desired look. For example, modular furniture in a bold black matt finish can create a dramatic look in the bathroom. However, there are softer and more balanced aesthetics on the market too. These can be achieved with selective light and gentle shades of veneer and lacquer.”

Andrew Crellen, Owner, The Bathroom Shop

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editor’s choice 40 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 1. VitrA has commissioned designer Christophe Pillet to create a new portfolio of furniture to include in the new Memoria range. Available in Chestnut, High Gloss Metallic Grey (pictured) and High Gloss Metallic Mocha, the range includes four vanity units measuring 120cm or 150cm and tall units with left or right-handed opening for ease of planning. A 150cm mirror cabinet, mineralcast basin and bath complete the new additions.

01235 750 990 • www.vitra.co.uk

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2. The Leonardo range, part of the 2016 Pelipal collection, includes 14 different front options from high gloss finishes to horizontal grain fronts. Glass fronts in Opta-White and Anthracite, with graphical contemporary lines add a further dimension. The range includes glass roller cabinets and freestanding elements. Washbasins are also available in mineral marble, ceramic and glass in widths ranging from 710mm to 1560mm.

01661 842 304 • www.inhouseltd.co.uk 3. Italian designer Antonio Citterio has tapped into the luxury trend for mixing materials for his latest bathroom collection for Keramag Design. The Citterio collection combines wood, glass and metal with a comprehensive choice of modular washbasins in varying styles, sizes and shapes.

01926 516800 • www.keramagdesign.com

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4. Cirrus is a new range of wall-mounted furniture from Roper Rhodes. Available in three chic finishes of gloss White, gloss Dark Clay and Fineline Grey, which is a real wood veneer, all units come in left or righthanded versions and are topped with a Isocast basins.

Measurements: 890mmW by 415mmH by 420mmD. 01225 303900 • www.roperrhodes.co.uk “The biggest area of growth in the bathroom furniture market is modular. Fitted furniture has been relatively popular in the UK but consumers are increasingly moving away from the idea of a fitted run of units. They now want individual standalone, statement pieces of furniture.”

Margaret Talbot, Marketing Manager, Vitra UK “There is a real move towards creating a mobile factor to modular design, with the introduction of freestanding style furniture. Elements such as bench seating, dressing tables and rotating cabinets can be used to change the look and feel of a bathroom in seconds. Combined with the inherent flexibility of modular furniture, freestanding pieces strengthen the current move towards adaptable and personalized spaces.”

Wayne Dance, InHouse Inspired Room Design

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Introducing The Obelisk Cistern RAK’s new floor-standing Obelisk features a distinct, ultraslim format for a very chic, contemporary look. Available in classic black or white, Obelisk can be installed alongside all RAK wall-hung and back-to-wall WC’s and bidets. All hidden cisterns are dual-push and WRAS approved, with easy top access for maintenance. They are offered alongside a variety of frame formats, with two chrome push plate options in a sleek rectangular and circular design.

To see our full range of bathrooms and tiles, and for more information visit rakceramics.co.uk, call +44 (0) 1730 237850 or email: info@rakceramics.co.uk

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Bagnodesign has introduced the York mirror. Introducing curves into the bathroom, the round illuminated mirror features integrated circular frosted lighting with sensor control on/off. Mains operated, it measures 600mm in diameter.

01924 233 976 www.sanipexgroup.co.uk

MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL Reflecting the latest bathroom trends…

“Traditionally, lighting for the bathroom would have been considered mainly as an add-on purchase, with independent retailers often missing out to the DIY sheds. However, there has been a change of emphasis in recent times, with retailers and consumers alike understanding the importance of incorporating lighting into their plans at an early stage of a new bathroom project. This has resulted in sales growth for the independent retailer, although there is still much untapped potential in this market.”

Richard Nicholls UK Sales Director, Sanipex Group

mirrors & lighting kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 • 43 “LEDs are becoming more diffused to give a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, offering practical lighting without compromising on style. Technology is also being integrated within the bathroom. Products that make everyday bathroom tasks easier and more pleasant but still look good will ultimately stand out.”

Michael Linsky, Director, Sensio Lighting

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“Innovative LED lighting has kick-started a huge trend and is the key component in repositioning the bathroom as a priority space. It’s a complete turnaround from just a few years ago, when mirrors and cabinets with integrated lighting were seen as additional sales and much needed profit makers.

Ironically, it is the resultant hard sell approach that did so much damage to the UK bathroom industry.”

Wayne Dance, InHouse Inspired Room Design

1. Sensio has launched the Rae mirror. Measuring 800mm wide x 600mm high, it has LED lighting on both sides that are switched on and off via an infrared sensor with the swipe of a hand. The mirror also comes with a full sized demister pad ensuring that it remains clear from steam. Quality Meiloon waterproof wireless speakers have been built in allowing music to be played through them from any mobile device with Bluetooth technology.

The unit is IP44 rated.

0845 034 0780 • www.sensio.co.uk

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2. The Duo 600mm Recess LED Bathroom Mirror from Bauhaus can be recessed into the wall giving the illusion of more space. With double sided mirrors, soft close hinges with chrome door pull, internal UK shaver and charge point, it measures 530W x 750H x 83mm D. 01322 475 800 • www.crosswater.co.uk 3. Croydex has doubled its range of stylish illuminated mirrors for 2016. The new collection features touch sensitive power switches, heated demister pads and LED lights. All are IP44 Rated so are safe to use in the outside zone of bathrooms and are easy to install using Croydex’s patented four step Hang ‘N’ Lock system. The Chilcombe Illuminated Mirror (pictured) can be hung either portrait or landscape and features a touch sensitive power switch and heater demister pad.

01264 365 881 • www.croydex.com 4. Part of the 2016 Pelipal Collection, this mirrored cabinet from the Solitaire 7025 range includes integrated and overhead LED lighting, glass shelves and doublesided mirrors. Dimensions: 180W x 70H x 17cm D. www.pelipal.com

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“Bathroom lighting has changed its emphasis and has become much more about creating the right mood, as well as ensuring that the space is well-lit.

Technology is responding accordingly, with different lighting effects now becoming much more widely available on illuminated cabinets and recessed lighting fixtures alike to put control in the hands of the user and this is a trend that is likely to continue.”

Joanne Langton, Marketing Manager, Laufen

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“Smart devices and new technologies have opened up new capabilities for homeowners in their bathroom and subsequently, from their finishing touches. Playing to our ‘anywhere, anytime’ generation, technologically advanced bathroom solutions that are able to connect to smart devices are modernising not only how we approach the design and style of a bathroom, but also how we use them.”

Andrew Crellen, Owner, The Bathroom Shop

1. The Encore Bluetooth Mirror by Roper Rhodes incorporates Bluetooth wireless technology, stereo system, built-in touch sensitive controls, practical illumination and integral heat demister pad making a steamy bathroom mirror a thing of the past.

Dimensions: 500 W x 700 H x 50mm D. 01225 303 900 • www.roperrhodes.co.uk 2. The new Frame 25 mirror series from Laufen offers a slim profile with an aluminium frame. The wall mounted mirror pictured measures 1000W x 27D x 700mm H with 4mm mirrored glass. Horizontal and vertical lights can also be attached.

01530 510 007 • www.laufen.co.uk 3. RAK Ceramics has launched the Harmony Mirror.

Available in two formats, the landscape model has a 5mm silver mirror which sits above an LED-illuminated gloss white frame. Features on both formats include a touch sensor switch and demister pad, whilst the portrait mirror also includes Bluetooth connectivity.

The landscape mirror is offered in two sizes; 1200x500x40mm and 900x500x40mm, and the portrait design measures 600x800x70mm. Both include extra cable for electric connection.

01730 237850 • www.rakceramics.co.uk

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A GUIDING LIGHT Sycamore Lighting’s dedication to quality has resulted in major investment in new technologies, personnel and state of the art testing and training facilities at its extended HQ in Leeds.

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or over 17 years, Sycamore Lighting has been a driving force behind the UK’s KBB lighting industry. Today, the supplier boasts a new, state-of-theart showroom, a sophisticated in-house testing facility and impressive warehouse spanning over10,000sqft. It is this continual investment, partnered with its most comprehensive range of lighting and lighting control systems to date, that has enabled the company to cross over into different market sectors, whilst retaining its solid reputation in the industry.

Sycamore’s most recent investment has been the refurbishment of its showroom, based at the suppliers headquarters in Leeds. Incorporating kitchen, bedroom and bathroom displays, each area has been connected to a RAKO lighting control system and audio unit to showcase a wide range of innovative new product. Alongside over

100 of the company’s latest products, the new layout also features a 4-zone remote control and WiFI system. It gives visitors an opportunity to control up to four different areas of lighting from a remote control or smartphone/tablet and experience the product first hand.

Sycamore’s recent success has also enabled the supplier to invest heavily in its testing facilities. Sycamore’s operational laboratory, which has cost over £250,000, has been developed to test each product batch meticulously, allowing only the very best products to be stocked by the West Yorkshire-based company. As well as using a Gonio-Spectroradiometer to measure the luminous flux and intensity, beam angle, colour temperature and rendering of each product, on-going testing is also conducted in Sycamore’s Age Testing Facility. Gary Wilson, Sycamore Lighting’s Sales Director

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Sycamore Lighting’s dedicated design and technical team

Sycamore’s brand new showroom

explains, “Once a product has been passed by the Gonio-Spectroradiometer’s in-house Electronic Engineer, they are tested further to ensure all products meet current European standards and have attained European Certification. This time, lights are kept on, and switched on and off, for up to 20 hours a day over the course of several months, replicating the life of a light. The team looks for variations in colour temperature, as well as product longevity. This is why, thanks to our testing lab, we can stipulate the life of our lights in hours and not years. Unlike many of our competitors, we can offer a much more precise measurement, giving our customers the exact figures they need when using or selling our products.”

Sycamore’s rigorous testing doesn’t stop there, with two further machines used to measure accurate output data and electromagnetic interference. A final quality

Laboratory and testing facility on site in Leeds

Kitchen area in Sycamore’s new showroom

and compliance check is also given to each batch before being shipped to customers, with each shipment being logged and traced throughout the manufacturing and testing process.

“We’re ruthless when it comes to quality but that is why we’re who we are today,” admits Gary. “We openly invite new and existing customers to see our lab. The lighting market does offer cheap alternatives but it’s our job to educate people and show them what lengths we go to in order to offer the very best lighting options out there.”

Adding another string to its bow, Sycamore Lighting has introduced a new lighting design service, which is run by a dedicated technical team. Using a CAD operated system, technicians can create wiring diagrams and design mock-ups, whilst compiling a list of materials needed to complete the project. Gary adds, “Not

only has this allowed us to offer a design service to KBB retailers, it has opened the door to new markets and has led us to work on large commercial projects. Most recently, we’ve worked on an 800-unit apartment block, a department store and several retail showrooms. It’s opened up endless opportunities and allowed us to work heavily with designers and architects in the commercial sector.”

With new markets being entered and continual product development taking place, the lighting supplier’s sights are firmly focused on the future. Gary adds, “Looking ahead, it is our mission to educate the industry on the benefits of using highly tested lighting products. We want customers to visit our facilities and see the difference for themselves. We have every confidence in our products and because of this, our future looks bright.”

For more information call 0113 2866 686 or visit www.sycamorelightingltd.co.uk

shower trays & enclosures 48 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016

The Opale shower tray range in solid surfacing from Keramag Design is a range of low-profile shower trays available in eight sizes. The range features patented ‘Waterbox’ technology for fast water drainage - up to 36 litres per minute – and is made from Varicor® solid surface.

The smooth satin surface is warm to the touch, anti-bacterial and has an anti-slip finish.

01926 516 800 www.keramagdesign.com

KEEPING A LOW PROFILE The mainline trend continues with larger shower trays enclosures occupying the footprint that was traditionally devoted to the bath…

shower trays & enclosures 50 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 1. MX manufactures hundreds of different tray sizes in six main product types, all of which are WRAS approved Phthalate free materials. Offering models in low profile (40-45mm), ultra low profile (25mm) and classic high wall (80-100mm) and benefitting from 25 year guarantees, there’s an MX shower tray in their range for every home.

01684 293 311 • www.mx-group.com

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2. The FriForm from AKW is an ideal flooring solution for use in luxury level access shower facilities. It features a built-in gradient that provides a drainage rate up to 78 litres per minute. It also has a load capacity of 40 stone/254 kg, which makes it ideal for wheelchair users or those that require mobility aids. Available in five sizes and tiled or brushed stainless steel, it is suitable for both wooden and concrete floor installations.

01905 823 298 • www.akw-ltd.co.uk 3. At just 25mm thick, the In-Floor shower tray from Roca is fitted at floor level to make the shower area practically walk-in. Designed to be combined with a frameless glass screen to guard against splashing, In-Floor is available in six sizes from 900mm up to 1400mm, has an anti-slip base and comes complete with soundpads and waste.

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4. Roman’s Liber8 Hinged Door cleverly maximise the alcove space in your bathroom with the frameless hinged door with two in-line panels. Features include 8mm glass thickness, a new minimal easy fix wall profile system and integrated ‘tray to floor’ Water Safe System for sleek integration.

01325 311 318 • www.roman-showers.com

“Although consumers like the thought of a full-on wet room, we often find that on a practical level they prefer the separate drying area that an enclosure creates. For the best of both worlds they are increasingly opting for a frameless enclosure coupled with a low level tray, which poses less of an obstacle in opening up the space, while making the shower area virtually walk-in.”

Georgina Spencer, Head of Marketing, Roca Group (UK)

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5. Bette has launched the BetteAntislip Pro, a new anti-slip option for its enamelled steel shower floors.

It meets a high safety standard of R10 and is created using an enamel layer which has a rough surface that is virtually undetectable – increasing shower safety. It can be applied to Bette’s glossy white shower areas and also matt shades in the BetteFloor Colour World.

Pictured on BetteFloor flush-to-floor shower area.

0844 800 0547 • www.bette.co.uk 6. The new Eden cubicle from Saniflo features polished chrome profiles and external glass panels plus internal panels in opaque white glass. Completely leak-free with no requirement for silicone or grout, glass panels are coated with Cristal Plus, a permanent, antilimescale coating. Available in both quadrant and corner versions, with either pivot or sliding doors and left and right handed versions.

020 8842 0033 • www.saniflo.co.uk 7. The JTSOFTSTONE® aqua cushion floor from JT features an ergonomic, non-slip surface which is anti-bacterial. With a slate effect finish and available in three colours - Black, White and Cream - it comes in 12 set sizes along with a bespoke option allowing you to create a ‘wet room effect’ solution. A bespoke solution is also available.

0113 201 5090 • www.just-trays.com “There have been two main drivers in the last five years that have accounted for the evolving shower tray market, the first being the change from 80mm shower trays down to low profile trays. With this, we have seen the market completely reverse, where 90% of the market is now low profile trays whereas five years ago, low profile trays would have accounted for no more than 15 to 20% of the market. Likewise, the addition of anti-slip as an option on the mass market shower tray has been a significant game changer in terms of creating added value for the retailer and added safety for the consumer.”

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salone del mobile review 52 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016

Designed by Makio Hasuike & Co, Aran Cucine’s newly launched Sipario contemporary kitchen design was shown at Eurocucina in Fenix Grey with a stainless steel worktop. Featuring tall wall cabinets with glass shelves and integrated lighting, the design is completed with a kitchen island and built-in appliances that blend seamlessly with the double depth of the tall units. www.arancucine.it

SALONE DEL MOBILE HIGHLIGHTS The 55th edition of the Salone del Mobile, Milan’s biennial Kitchen and Bathroom exhibition, has been hailed a success by its organisers, boasting over 350 stands spanning across 52,000 m2.

With attendance reaching 372,151 over the course of the six-day event, visitor numbers increased by 4% this year. International attendance accounted for 67% of all visitors, confirming the event as an international heavyweight in the KBB sector. The presence of a large number of international buyers has led the fair to find strength at the centre of the European import

and export markets and as a result, has offered visitors the perfect platform to present a plethora of new product and prototypes soon to enter the UK’s kitchen, bedroom and furnishing industry.

Here’s a round up of some of the most innovative product launches at Salone del Mobile 2016…

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1. Kaldewei presented its Meisterstück Emerso bath and Meisterstück Emerso washbasin in Milan.

Created in conjunction with Arik Levy, the washbasin and coordinated free-standing enamelled bathtub features a slightly rising rim which has been designed to create the optical illusion of infinity.

01480 498053 • www.kaldewei.co.uk 2. The new Ki collection from Scavolini has been designed by Nendo. Launched at Eurocucina, the concept focuses on the hidden kitchen and includes linear, island and peninsula compositions. Offering the feeling of space and minimalism, Ki comes with an exclusive range of decorative finishes created for Scavolini, including two wood-effect nuances that blend artisan know-how and advanced technologies. www.scavolini.com 3. Victoria + Albert Baths has showcased its new freestanding bath collection exclusively at Salone del Mobile. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Pescadero (pictured) is one of three new designs manufactured from Volcanic Limestone™ composite material, QUARRYCAST®. Vanity furniture and an extended tap portfolio completed the new line up.

01952 221100 • www.vandabaths.com

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4. Dolce & Gabbana and Smeg have teamed up for the design of a special edition of the FAB28 refrigerator, transforming it into a work of art. Each refrigerator features images by Sicilian artists: lemons, the trinacria symbol, cart wheels, medieval knights and battle scenes – all distinctive elements of the poetic marionette theatre and the Sicilian Cart as well as important aspects of the aesthetic of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.

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salone del mobile review 54 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 1. The K-IN / K-OUT kitchen island from Rossana has two structural versions for indoor and outdoor use. The indoor design is available in seven models including Pietra Viva (pictured), and includes a cantilevered brushed steel base. It comes with two movable tops which slide sideways and lengthwise and are used to seal the unit and convert back to a single block, as well as acting as a surface for worktop/breakfast counter/snack-bar.

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2. Nolte Küchen’s new high gloss Deep Blue shade from the Nova Lack range is an excellent combination for the darker Legno veneers, shown in Oak Truffle shade. This living kitchen with integrated dining option also features the ergonomic Matrix 900 base unit height and Pocket Doors which has been launched for their 1950mm high tall units. www.nolte-kitchens.com 3. Bette has worked with the Tesseraux + Partner design studio in Germany to redefine opulence in the bathroom and create a new and surprising design concept of a bath clothed in fabric. The concept combines steel/enamel with functional fabric that is water, mould and climate resistant.

The fabric-covered bath marks the next step and enhances the cool, rather technical elegance of bathroom products with the warm, homely comfort that can only be conveyed by cushioned fabric.

0844 800 0547 • www.bette.co.uk

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Exhibitors including Bulthaup, LeichtKüchen, IBK, Arrital and HäckerKüchen showcased a range of drawer and comfort systems including the Nova Pro Scala, Tipmatic Soft-close and the new Nova Pro Scala Crystal double-wall drawer system (pictured).

0121 453 7623 • www.grass-systems.co.uk

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08457 298 298 • www.idsurfaces.co.uk 2. TKC has appointed Neil Taggart into the newly created role of Marketing Manager, as part of its continued expansion plans. Neil will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive and cohesive marketing strategy to support the company’s strategic growth objectives. He will manage all of TKC’s marketing channels including advertising, promotional activities, social media, events, exhibitions, PR and online.

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3. TKC have appointed Michael Biggs as Area Sales Manager covering Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk. Michael will be responsible for ensuring existing and new customer relations are strengthened and continue to grow, to drive sales in the region. With 15 years’ experience in the kitchen and bathroom industry, he has worked for various companies in regional roles including Distribution Supplies Limited and East Coast Fittings.

0161 336 3636 • www.tkcomponents.co.uk 4. IDS, one the UK’s largest distributor of surface materials, is holding a series of open days. In addition to raising awareness of their product portfolio in flooring, worktops, sinks, taps, wall panelling, laminates, panel products and solid surfacing, each of the open days will also include exclusive offers and discounts. The open days are being held on the following dates: Southampton – 3rd June/4th June Nuneaton – 17th June/18th June Stoke – 1st July/2nd July Exeter – 8th July /9th July Cardiff – 15th July/16th July Norwich – 9th September/10th September Rosyth – 16th September/17th September Gateshead – 23rd September/24th September 08457 298 298 • www.idsurfaces.co.uk 5. Porcelanosa has specified FILA’s award-winning surface care regime for all of its new build projects. As part of the National Housebuilder specification, Fila Deterdek will be used to clean all Porcelanosa kitchen and bathroom surfaces prior to handover and used on completion of tile installations to remove all grout and adhesive fixing residues from the Porcelanosa surfaces to provide a deep clean.

01584 877 286 • www.filasolutions.com/en

business news 56 • kitchen & bathroom journal june 2016 1. PWS Distributors has expanded its field-based sales team. Covering the North West is Chelley Thompson.

With over 21 years of industry, he will take over the role following Paul Dorrington’s promotion to Northern Sales Manager. Adam Watts, who has over 20 years of KBB experience working across the retail, trade and contract sectors, joins PWS in the new position of Area Sales Manager for the South Coast Central area, whilst Michael Brightmore takes up the new position of Area Sales Executive for the West Midlands and Southern Wales.

01325 505555 • www.pws.co.uk

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01933 232 242 • www.bushboard.co.uk

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3. Lecico Bathrooms has appointed Adam Lay as Retail Channel Marketing Executive. Adam joined Lecico in 2012 as Marketing Assistant after completing a Marketing Management degree at Northampton University followed by a period working with Travis Perkins and a role in China. This newly created position will involve working closely with the retail sales team and distributor and retailer customers providing marketing intelligence, support and relevant product introductions.

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