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Bedrooms: The latest styles and innovations from Nolte Delbr端ck

STYLE vs PRACTICALITY A growing trend in surface design

A closer look at Ideal Bathrooms

ISH 2013 - The Review Plus: German kitchens, built-in appliances, doors, sinks & taps, wetrooms, bathroom furniture and much more

ALL ROUND EXCELLENCE Contrasting the trend for linear kitchen design, the elegant lines of the Sinos range flow into rolling, curved corners to soften the aesthetic of an otherwise angular kitchen, or provide the perfect flourish to a more organic kitchen vision.

Reminiscent of retro style classics, while echoing the contemporary trends of clean, uncluttered design, the Sinos is a sink for the ages.

www.franke.co.uk

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Bedrooms: The latest styles and innovations from Nolte Delbrück

STYLE vs PRACTICALITY A growing trend in surface design

A closer look at Ideal Bathrooms

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Welcome to the first issue of Kitchen & Bathroom Journal. With a new name, new look and new editor, we're starting as we mean to go on. We're at ISH 2013 to report on the latest news and product innovations; taking a closer look at our Distributor Of The Month and hunting out the very latest product-led stories from some of the most recognisable kitchen and bathroom names around. Enjoy!

2. EDITOR’S CHOICE

40. 30 SECONDS FLAT

4. MADE IN GERMANY

Five times quicker to assemble, the new ClicBox range is available from HPP.

The German kitchen is often top of the list for quality and workmanship.

41. BEDROOM SNAPSHOTS

ISH 2013 - The Review Plus: German kitchens, built-in appliances, doors, sinks & taps, wetrooms, bathroom furniture and much more

Cover: Beautiful contemporary classic kitchen designs from Schüller: the Breda range in Crystal white matt textured lacquer.

01661 842304 info@inhouseltd.co.uk www.inhouseuk.net

6. STUNNING SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYDAY LIFE Perfect for purpose is the key - and that is reflected in Schüller’s designs.

9. SINKS & TAPS New ideas for the essential part of any kitchen.

12. FAB FIRECLAY FROM RAK editor: Catherine Earle Catherine@KitchenandBathroomJournal.co.uk publication manager: Eoin Costen Eoin@KitchenandBathroomJournal.co.uk design: James Crisp James@KitchenandBathroomJournal.co.uk circulation: Jennifer Sims Circ@KitchenandBathroomJournal.co.uk Tel: 01502 517115 Fax: 01502 517117 Twitter: @KB_Journal www.KitchenandBathroomJournal.co.uk Please note: points of view expressed in articles by contributing writers and in advertisements included in Kitchen & Bathroom Journal do not necessarily represent those of the publishers. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in Kitchen & Bathroom Journal, no legal responsibility will be accepted by the publishers for incidents arising from use of information published. All rights, including moral and intellectual property rights, reserved.

COPYRIGHT: No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of the publishers.

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ISSN 2052-3394 Readers should note that a charge may have been made by the publishers to cover the cost of reproducing some colour photographs in this publication.

origination: CPC Ltd printing: Colchester Print Group, Attleborough NR17 1YE published by: Craftsman Publishing Co Ltd, Napier House, 11 Surrey Street, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 1LJ, United Kingdom

Unlocking the bedroom door and storage solutions.

44. STYLISH SLUMBER Could German bedroom manufacturer Nolte Delbrück be the missing link to your business?

45. EDITOR’S BATHROOM CHOICE 46.

DISTRIBUTOR OF THE MONTH IT’S ALL ABOUT SERVICES

RAK Ceramics’ sinks combine style and performance with affordability.

From little acorns... three decades on and Ideal Bathrooms is as strong as ever.

14. NEW IDEAS FROM FRANKE

48. FURNITURE FOR THE BATHROOM

New Midas and Sinos sinks and additions to the Minerva boiling water tap range.

18. BUILT IN BENEFITS It starts with an oven and hob but how do you persuade buyers to go for the full built-in package?

21. TOP OF THE WORLD

50. THE PERFECT FIT Pelipal offers a modular furniture range to meet every customer’s needs.

52. THREE NEW NAMES AT CLAYGATE Introducing 3 new manufacturers - Clearwater, ClearGreen and Britton Bathrooms - to the portfolio.

A closer look at the world of worktops.

26. DO YOU WORK YOUR WORKTOP? Personalise your kitchen with Axiom® by Formica Group’s stylish new range.

28. WONDERFUL WORKTOPS James Latham distributes three stunning worksurface options.

29. DOORS GALORE

54. THE FORECAST FROM ISH 2013 Despite the weather, innovation was at this year’s ISH.

56. SHOWER DELIGHTS Hansgrohe’s Raindance is revolutionising showering once again with its new Raindance Select.

59. LIGHTEN UP WITH SCHNEIDER Brighten up your world with Schneider’s new LED mirrored cabinets.

What are the trends predicted for 2013?

32. THE NEXT PHASE

60. MAKING WAVES Kaldewei’s timeless designs and technology at ISH.

Marpatt’s three new contemporary kitchen styles.

33. MORE TO COME Ney’s range of made-to-measure doors with thirty new 3D vinyl finishes.

37. JUST CLIC The new Clicbox click together carcase range from Unilin can only be good news.

61. WET ROOMS Has the bathroom been replaced by the wetroom?

63. BUSINESS NEWS 64. CLASSIFIED DIRECTORY

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Nobody wants to be left in the dark and with Mereway Kitchen’s new partnership with lighting company, Sensio Lighting, there’s no chance of that. Sensio joined forces with the kitchen company to formulate a range of lighting solutions that can be integrated into kitchen furniture. Incorporating a variety of high quality HD LED lighting solutions in cool, warm and natural options, the collection offers a broad range of products including internal drawer and cabinet strip lights, over and under cabinet options, ceiling spots and flexible strip and plinth lights. Additional gadgets such as dimmers and remote controls are also included in the range for the more ‘techno savvy’ customer.

0800 028 4466 www.merewaykitchens.co.uk

editor’s kitchen choice Colonial Kitchens has re-launched its Cottage Cream kitchen due to popular demand. After taking the 2001 design back to the drawing board, it has now announced its reincarnation in a package that is bang up to date. Sporting a popular U108 vinyl door, which is available in a range of dimensions, the exterior appeal of Cottage Cream is decidedly that of the traditional painted look. However, behind the drawer fronts and cupboard doors, this range is as modern and highly spec’d as Colonial’s trendiest contemporary designs.

01706 877877 • www.jjoplc.com

British cooking brand, Belling, has extended its freestanding range of ovens, applying its popular aesthetic to a number of new AA rated 50cm ceramic cookers.

The conventional electric double oven, the FSEC50DO, and the FSEC50FDO electric fanned double oven both feature an electric grill. Also included in the new range is an electric fanned double oven with programmer, the FSEC50DOPSS. It offers a six-button LED programmable timer, and is available in stylish stainless steel, while the FSEC50DO and the FSEC50FDO are available in black, white and silver. The new offerings in double ovens all feature an energy efficient four-zone easy clean ceramic glass hob with hot hob lights, as well as a drop-down glass door with an easy-to-clean enamel interior finish.

0844 248 4149 www.belling.co.uk

Customising your kitchen is always popular and with Reginox’s new accessory island range, Manhattan, it’s never been easier to put your mark on your kitchen. Offering supreme functionality combined with contemporary styling, the stainless steel island can be tailored to work around you. Choose from a range of models that include wooden cutting board sets, full stainless steel knife sets, oil or wine bottle holders, food prep containers, glass drainers, colanders and soap dish modules. Manhattan is suitable for inset or integrated installations and is available in three sizes: 70, 100 or 130cm to fit two, three or four modules respectively.

01260 280033 www.reginox.co.uk

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With over 160 years experience, the luxury bespoke British furniture maker Woodstock Furniture ensures its beautiful, unique handcrafted cabinet designs are kinder on the planet by using only the finest, sustainable timber. Suitable for use in every room throughout the home, this certified timber is sourced from responsibly managed forests to create unique pieces of distinctive furniture. Its quest to protect the environment continues in its workshops by recycling shavings, sawdust and offcuts, which are used in the winter months to keep workers warm.

020 8876 0131 www.woodstockfurniture.co.uk

Grey is the new black when it comes to 2013 kitchen trends but why should the colour trend stop at the kitchen door? Hinge specialist Salice has added a new titanium finish to its product range, which integrates perfectly into the design of a cabinet.

Aesthetically appealing, the new hinge colour varies from the traditional nickel-plated finishes, with the muted sheen being less invasive. The titanium reflection makes it ideal for use with darker interiors and is suitable with a wide variety of wood shades. In addition, the titanium finish delivers excellent corrosive resistance, which is considerably increased compared to the classic nickel-plated finish.

01480 413831 www.saliceuk.co.uk

Exclusively available in the UK and Ireland from James Latham, the HI-MACS® solid surface range has introduced seven new colours to its 2013 palette. The new solid shades, based on global interior trends and inspired by the calmness of nature, offer architects, designers, contractors and homeowners high capacity material that, whilst highly resistant, is aesthetically pleasing too. With the ability to adapt to the most demanding design requests, the new soft and elegant colours include Mill Olive, Deep Indigo, Dark Night, Greenish Grey, Carmenere, Chiffon and the new Diamond White, which is 60% whiter than the popular Alpine White. All new colours are available in 12mm thickness.

0116 257 3415 www.himacsuk.co.uk

Make a statement in your kitchen with Mereway Kitchen’s stunning new Light Ash finish available from its contemporary Cucina Colore collection. Inspired by the popular Scandinavian look, this fresh new door is a delicate horizontal textured woodgrain matt MFC with high quality matching ABS edging. Perfect for creating a light and airy feel, the new finish is ideal for mixing with other textures and colours within the Cucina palette and looks stunning in both Lastra style with handles or Futura handleless. Light grey and other off-white tones provide the perfect platform to create a Scandinavian feel, with aluminium and brushed chrome elements enhancing the look.

0800 028 4466 www.merewaykitchens.co.uk

Part of its Elements collection, Caple’s Glenwood Kitchens provides a stylish space for family living in a timeless design. In a soft painted ivory and natural, textured oak grain finish, the kitchen features crafted Shaker-style cabinetry, which has curves at each corner for a modern twist. Available to mix and match with the soft palette of ivory, oak and grain finishes you can create your own personal dream scheme.

0117 938 1900 www.caple.co.uk

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Alno, one of Germany’s leading kitchen manufacturers, has unveiled a new shade for its contemporary kitchens: Ultra White. Unlike conventional whites, Ultra White has almost no yellow hue, creating a cool, clean and precise finish, which in a modern kitchen enhances the crisp design lines. Whilst the company continues to increase the number of styles and finishes available, it is the first time it has focused on enhancing the shade itself.

The extra definition provided by Ultra White is further enhanced when combined with Alno’s unique Vintucina finish of real wood shingle veneer - also new for 2013.

07766 733787 www.alno.co.uk

It is said that the balance of good function mixed with elegant form makes German kitchens unique. Chiara combines good solid workmanship with sleek, minimalist designs which are desirable for many kitchen designs. Its new handleless kitchen from Leicht is a sleek, contemporary kitchen with recessed handles and straight lines and has been a popular choice in the UK market since its launch last year.

07802 402921 www.leicht.com

made in germany With fresh contemporary looks the German kitchen is often at the top of the list for quality and workmanship.

It is often said that German kitchen manufacturers will put quality before price but with Bauformat’s new production methods and technical consideration, it can produce good quality, German-built furniture at an affordable price.

Bauformat have a passionate product development team, which introduced new designs that are at the forefront of the market – taking inspiration from international trends and lifestyles.

0845 658 1949 www.bauformat.co.uk

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Stunning so Make a strong design statement in the kitchen with Glasline Matt, part of the schüller.C collection. The European grid system creates strong linear appeal with a uniform 4mm joint pattern.

German design has a well deserved reputation for purity, functionality and advanced engineering. The British consumer loves the reassurance that comes with these qualities. Perfect for purpose is the key - and that is certainly reflected in Schüller’s designs.

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hen a consumer looks at a kitchen, what do they see? Is it simply a place to cook and eat? A space to store and conceal clutter? Or perhaps a meeting point for them and their family to discuss the day? The style, technology and engineering may differ from household to household but its main function stays the same: the kitchen is the heart of the home.

It is this ethos that makes Schüller, with its renowned schüller.C collection, one of the most innovative German kitchen manufacturers on the market. It thinks outside of the kitchen box and makes what could well be a small, dysfunctional room into a tailor-made, multi-functional space, waiting to be enjoyed.

The high pedigree associated with the schüller.C collection appeals to consumers who recognise that Germanic design effortlessly combines functionality, aesthetics and complex technology – creating the perfect solution for every space and budget.

We know times are hard but Schüller believes achieving the perfect kitchen should not be constrained by budget. Whilst most kitchen manufacturers separate ranges by price, Schüller understands that different stages in life define choices. Whether it's a young professional couple moving into their first home, a large family or retired couple, they have a right to expect the same high standard of finish and number of options.

Now embracing the trend for open plan living, the British consumer is keener than ever to divide space effectively to create one, multi-functional room - a concept championed by the renowned Schüller brand.

Wayne Dance, MD of InHouse, the UK’s sole Schüller distributor, believes that although open plan living is becoming more popular, it’s adapting to work in parallel with twenty-first century living: “Open plan living used to mean simply creating a dining and kitchen area in one space but this no longer reflects the needs of the modern consumer.” He adds,

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By using multiple planning and design options to create separate areas, the island unit becomes the central hub in this design. This is Biella, part of the schüller.C collection.

solutions for everyday life “Today’s spaces combine kitchen, dining, office, entertaining and family life - all in one coherent, stylish and robust design.”

Schüller’s innovative solutions mixed with faultless German design embrace the concept of a multifunctional living space, offering British retailers an exciting new concept. With a clear knowledge of what consumers want, Schüller’s designs recognise the requirements of modern living, which in turn are filtered down through the design process to create a range of kitchens perfectly configured to the individual.

With a faultless grid system for planning, no matter how complex, every design retains a coherent and pure visual line. And, with a large selection of options ready to be utilised, Schüller can unite the home by one central theme. From workspaces to drop down bars for entertaining, roller shutters to instantly conceal clutter, glass fronts in a huge range of colours and stunningly faithful naturals, the schüller.C collection is about as close to a bespoke kitchen as it is possible to get.

Retailers benefit from Schüller’s comprehensive understanding of the needs of the consumer and the equal importance they place on supporting the retailer. The door suppliers offer exclusive delivery, extensive product portfolios to meet every budget and taste and advanced manufacturing processes that ensure the highest standards are met for every kitchen design.

This, as well as a dedicated UK-based retail support through InHouse, a protected sales area and a full public relations and marketing programme, gives Schüller retailers confidence in both the brand and the future.

01661 842304 www.inhouseuk.net

Crystal White high gloss in the new Rocca range combines with new Natural Knotty Oak veneer to showcase the flexibility and affordability of individual design within the schüller.C collection.

Featuring a Crystal white lacquered finish from linear flush to full 360 degree cabinetry, the new Alea range moves away from preconceptions about modern kitchen design and is a good example of the flexibility available in the Schüller range.

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Launched this January at the Living Kitchen show, Terracucina was created by Italian designer, Stefano Semprebon – the first collaboration between Störmer and the designer. Inspired by nature, the Terracucina begins with the preparation and cooking area and flows towards the incorporated table at the opposite end. The optional channel running down the middle of the kitchen represents a furrow. Störmer feel that the natural design will give the Terracucina a global presence.

01825 731910 www.aeon-design.com

For those who love a splash of colour with the popular handleless style, Nolte Kitchen’s high-gloss Rosoo has been introduced for the Alpha Lack range. This takes the variations for this price group 5-door to a total of four colours, the others being White, Magnolia and Sahara. Showcased along with this eye-catching display at Living Kitchens was a new variation for Nolte Kitchen’s worktops with ceramic effect surface. This is now also available in black. Image shows handleless door Alpha Lack in high-gloss Sahara.

01707 290444 www.nolte-kitchens.com

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German kitchen manufacturer Bulthaup claims to be redefining kitchen design. The new bulthaup b3 interior fitting system for drawers and pull-out elements signifies a break with the rigid organisational structures of the past. The old systems made it necessary to store silverware, cooking utensils and other tools in right-angled containers and to align working practices with these organisational structures and not the other way around. Now, for the first time, the user can design drawers as they see fit and change them at any time with ease and speed. The exclusive focus on function has been replaced by a focus on intuition, creating an entirely new user experience.

0844 846 7810 www.bulthaup.com

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Reginox has launched the new Centurio Series, a range of high quality sinks offering simple but stylish design. Manufactured from 0.9 stainless steel, all sinks in the Centurio range feature a highly polished finish, providing a strikingly consistent and flawless appearance. Chamfered edges that roll beautifully onto the work surface, combined with a linear-style draining board, offer a contemporary look, whilst a deep 180mm bowl ensures plenty of space for washing up. Centurio comes in five different sizes and combinations with a range of stainless steel accessories also available.

01260 280033 www.reginox.co.uk

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The Shaws Classic Collection is a range of sinks designed to appeal to a more contemporary lifestyle. Launched in January 2013, the new Classic Waterside kitchen sink is a single 800mm bowl model with a stylish, yet practical curved bow-front. It’s a heavyweight fireclay sink with dimensions of 760 x 530 x 255mm and is 40mm deeper than the original 600mm model, making it a practical choice in your kitchen. All sinks from the Shaws Classic Collection are available in White and Biscuit finishes.

01254 775111 www.shawsofdarwen.com

Practical and stylish, the InSinkErator HC3300 Steaming Hot Water Tap supplies filtered hot and cold water, whilst boasting a contemporary stainless steel or chrome finish. Designed to save space, the 2.5-litre tank can be easily stored under your sink, saving valuable cupboard space whilst keeping in with the design of your kitchen.

The 360° rotating spout and adjustable temperature offers the user flexibility and with a capacity to produce up to 100 cups of 98°C steaming hot water per hour, there is no need to worry about downtime. It’s also energy efficient, with InSinkErator claiming the tap to be approximately 20% more energy efficient than a kettle.

01923 297880 www.insinkerator.co.uk

As the trend for flushmounted sinks emerges, the Vela sink from Carron Phoenix with its low profile perimeter recreates this fashionable look but with the easy installation advantages of an inset sink. Vela can be fitted into any type of worksurface material but partners especially well with laminate, guaranteeing quick and easy installation on-site, while recreating the more expensive looks associated with the fabrication of granite, quartz and solid surfacing.

Boasting a virtually flushmount appearance, the bowl features 10mm corners for easier cleaning, without compromising on looks. The main bowl measures 358 x 410 x an extra deep 200mm, while the half bowl measures 158 x 410 x 140mm. Overall the Vela 150 footprint is 1025 x 510mm and fits into a 600mm cabinet.

01324 638321 www.carron.com

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Astracast’s Razor sink features a unique central drainage channel that allows excess water to rapidly drain away to ensure that surfaces remain dry. Manufactured from Astracast’s unique ROK® Composite material, Razor is available in two different finishes: Volcano Black ROK® Metallic and Sahara Beige ROK® Granite. Available in 1.0 and 1.5 bowl versions, Razor is reversible so that the drainer can be situated either to the left or right, offering designers flexibility.

Astracast’s Ocean sink is finished in polished stainless steel and is characterised by a stepped wave design drainer. The wave pattern not only ensures that excess water is efficiently drained away but it provides a striking focal point too. Available in 1.0 bowl or 1.5 bowl versions, Ocean is a reversible and fits a standard 600mm base unit. The main bowl has a capacity of 34.6 litres, making it ideal for washing large items that are unable to fit in the dishwasher. Both Ocean and Razor sinks have lifetime guarantees.

01274 475179 • www.astracast.co.uk

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Offering a stylish but practical space for preparation and washing alike, the key-hole sink from Rangemaster is a contemporary alternative to a basic square shaped stainless steel sink. Its large, round bowl is ideal for rinsing large pans and woks, while a deep, recessed drainer provides useful additional space for food preparation. The recess also ensures no water spillage when you're draining larger items.

0870 755 6485 www.rangemaster.co.uk

This stylish BRITA filter tap, available in the UK from Reginox, benefits from adjustable filtration performance that adapts to differing water qualities. The tap boasts three levers giving options for hot, cold or BRITA filtered water and features ceramic disk technology, ergonomic design and smooth, precise controls. The cartridge will last on average three months in hard water areas but can be increased to six months by changing the setting for soft water areas. To assist users further, it comes with a five-year guarantee and a lifetime filter indicator that lights red when the cartridge needs changing is included. Reginox’s BRITA filter tap is available in either chrome plated or brushed steel finish.

01260 280033 www.reginox.co.uk

Abode’s new, ultra slim ‘Linear Style’ tap is a tall and sophisticated monobloc mixer tap, with high swan neck swivel spout, which is completed with a non-splash aerator. The design-led, easy to use, flat style handles sit comfortably on the tap stem and it can be installed into a one-hole kitchen sink or fitted into the worktop behind the sink. ‘Linear Style’ is available in Chrome and Brushed Nickel.

01226 283434 www.abode.eu

This year has seen the launch of Quooker’s new 100°C boiling water tap, TwinTaps. Introduced with even more safety features, the tap incorporates an LED ring which lights up when the ultra-safe push and turn handle is touched - alerting the user that it is a boiling water tap. The turning mechanism is also deeply grooved to provide an additional warning through the sense of touch and to ensure a firm grip when turning the handle but making it cool to the touch. In addition, the boiling tap features a height adjustable spout which can also be rotated 360° to facilitate filling large vessels either in the sink or on the worktop. TwinTaps are available in two designs: the Nordic Round and the Nordic Square.

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A TOUCH OF LUXURY The new Midas sink range from Franke provides all the practicality of an inset sink whilst giving the uninterrupted lines of an undermount. This precision engineered sink with its Slim-Top edge profile has the flexibility to be fitted into any worktop, including laminate, whilst the integrated tap ledge incorporates a standard tap hole making installation even easier.

www.franke.co.uk

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The RAK Gourmet fireclay sink with an attractive ridged front.

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The RAK one and a half bowl Gourmet sink with integral drainer.

The wide range of fireclay sinks available from RAK Ceramics combine style and performance with affordability. The collection includes under, over and surface mounted models in a variety of formats and includes separate drainers and accessories, brassware, complementary tiles and worktops.

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obust and easy to clean, fireclay is a fabulous and time honoured material for sink manufacture. RAK Ceramics offers the largest range of fireclay on the market including several different design formats. Six inset Gourmet multi use sinks are available in both high gloss white and black and are reversible for easy and flexible installation. Options include both single and 1.5 bowl formats with smooth or ridged drainers. Each design is offered with a stainless steel or chromed brass waste kit.

The collection also includes a variety of Butler and Belfast sinks. RAK’s Gourmet 14 Belfast design has a deep square bowl, a practical back ledge and an optional grooved or flush ceramic drainer. Weir overflow, double bowl and super deep formats are also available. The Gourmet 15 American Butler style is rectangular and has a smooth face and a fluted face. Both sinks are suitable for over or under mounting.

For the small luxury kitchen, RAK offers a range of all in one designs. They include the Gourmet 17 contemporary bowl and drainer and the Belfast style Gourmet 16 with integral ledge. Both are suitable for over and under mounting to maximise worksurface space and are offered with stylish chrome sink base protectors and plate/cutlery racks.

In addition to a wide range of Gourmet sink options, RAK also offers individual bowl designs and specialist sinks, including four laboratory designs for home and commercial applications. All designs provide a high degree of flexibility and benefit from a durable non-porous glaze, which is scratch resistant and easy to maintain.

In partnership with German brassware specialist Kludi, RAK manufactures a dedicated range of chrome plated sink mixers. Designs include single and dual level 20/23cm monoblocs with elegant chrome on brass crosshead or lever handles, or with white porcelain handles. Tap features include dual flow nonrocking aerator spouts, 90 degree rotation and heavy brass castings with a locking nut for solid fixing. All products are suitable for low pressure installations.

Complementary polished slab porcelain upstands, splashbacks and tiles are also available from RAK’s extensive Tile Collection, allowing seamless colour co-ordination between walls, worktops and floors.

01730 237850 www.rakceramics.co.uk

The RAK Gourmet single bowl sink without drainer.

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Sinos is a new product at the top of the range.

new ideas from New Midas and Sinos sinks from Franke reflect emerging trends in kitchen design.

The company has also extended the popular Minerva 3-in-1 boiling water tap range.

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legant and understated, the new Sinos sink from Franke sits right at the top end of the product range. It marks a departure from linear styling, paying homage to the trend for softer, more flowing lines. Curves are a key design theme in kitchen furniture now, whether at the traditional end with heritage hand painted styles or in the contemporary sector. The Sinos range is versatile enough to work across the board, thanks to its organic, easy living design and Franke quality.

In Sinos, elegant lines flow into rolling, curved corners, creating shapes that are reminiscent of retro style classics, while echoing the contemporary need for clean, uncluttered design. Sinos is manufactured in stainless steel and is available in three different bowl configurations, including single bowl and two different one and a half bowl options. A unique feature offered by Sinos is that the drainer board is angled not only towards the bowl but also backwards to allow water to flow effortlessly away.

The curved chopping board which features a design motif is made from a Sanitized treated material, which offers a high performance and hygienic surface. A stainless steel strainer bowl with a synthetic

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rim is also included. The popular Franke Rollamat drainer can be used too, in order to protect the surface of the sink and aid drainage. It all adds up to a sink that can meet the hygiene and performance needs of a busy kitchen.

Completing the range is the specially designed Sinos tap, which is available in chrome and SilkSteel finishes. This dual lever monobloc with swivel spout echoes the organic design lines of the Sinos sink.

The new Midas sink is part of the ProValue collection that combines leading edge style with affordability. It is the latest in the Slim-Top range from Franke where the sink sits almost flush with the worksurface, delivering the look and feel associated with an undermount but without the associated fabrication costs or the need for solid surface or real stone worktops. The slim profile edge is the equivalent of just the thickness of the stainless steel material. Midas has all the easy installation benefits of an inset sink, as it is compatible with all types of worktop material including laminate. The square styling and 25mm radii of the internal bowl corners creates a clean visual aesthetic and makes the sink easy to maintain. A neat feature on the Midas is the integrated tap

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There are additions to the Minerva 3-in-1 boiling water tap range.

m Franke ledge at the back of the sink that balances its proportions and provides a practical space. The ledge has a predrilled hole for the tap and pop up waste knob.

Steve Rutter, Marketing Operations Manager for Franke UK, says that Midas gives retailers flexibility. “Because of the Slim-Top design, the Midas range of inset sinks is perfect for installation into any worksurface from solid surface to laminate.

This gives retailers the flexibility to create designer looks at accessible prices. Midas is based on the geometric design lines that are popular in undermounted styles and with its integrated tap ledge it will prove to be an extremely useful product for consumers.�

There are two Midas models to suit 600mm cabinets. The single bowl has the benefit of an extra spacious bowl which is 550 by 400 by 190mm while the one and a half bowl option has the added functionality of the half bowl - which is useful for rinsing vegetables, defrosting etc.

Optional accessories include a stainless steel strainer bowl, a wooden chopping board and the Franke Rollamat - all of which sit tidily on the ledge.

Franke has also extended the Minerva 3in-1 boiling water tap range with the

The Midas sink is part of the Pro-Value collection.

The Minerva Irena in chrome.

addition of three new models. The new products are Minerva Irena, Helix and Mondial. The chrome finish Irena is similar to the original but has a stylish U shaped spout.

The Minerva Helix and Mondial models, with U and L spouts respectively, are made from solid stainless steel which appeals to the more discerning customer and clearly illustrates the manufacturing quality.

All Franke Minerva boiling water taps offer hot, cold and instant boiling water, saving time and energy. The fact that just one design will dispense hot, cold and boiling water saves space and keeps kitchen design sleek and uncluttered. Franke Minerva boiling water taps can be fitted new or retrospectively and need a standard 35mm tap hole. The unique hot water tank fits behind a standard 150mm cabinet plinth, helping to save cupboard space.

0161 436 6280 www.franke.co.uk

The Minerva Helix tap in stainless steel.

The Minerva Mondial in stainless steel.

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Spring 2013 sees the introduction of Smeg UK’s first instant boiling water tap, the ETNA3IN1. The tap provides instant 98ºC water and offers standard hot and cold water in one neat and convenient unit. The 2.5-litre water tank does not need to be connected to a pressurised water system, meaning that it can be installed quickly and easily stored in a cupboard below your sink.

Available to order now, the ETNA3IN1 is finished in chrome and has a swivel spout with anti-splash and child safety mechanism.

0844 573 1337 www.smeguk.com

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Rangemaster has launched its new, cutting edge kitchen tap, the Metrix. With a sleek single-flow design, Metrix has been created to reflect the continually growing trend for geometric designs in the kitchen. Boasting sleek, straight lines and clean 90º angles, Metrix complements Rangemaster’s wide selection of contemporary sinks, range cookers and appliances and is available in either a soft brushed finish or chrome.

01260 280033 www.rangemaster.co.uk

The new Blancoelon XL 6 S is a versatile multifunctional sink with practical accessories to increase the working surface around the food preparation area. Made from Blanco’s durable and hardwearing coloured sink material, Silgranit® PuraDur® II, the Blancoelon XL 6 S includes a patented Hygiene Protection Formula, Hygiene Plus.

This combines the water repellent surfaces with new antibacterial properties to reduce the growth of potentially harmful bacteria by up to 98%.

The sink has an extremely spacious XL singlebowl and drainer featuring a contemporary wave design. With outer dimensions of 780 x 500mm, the sink is designed to fit a 600mm sink cabinet and the tap ledge, positioned on the side, makes it an ideal choice when positioned in front of a window. Shown in Rock Grey, the sink is available nine other colours.

01923 635200 www.blanco.co.uk

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The brand new Miele Generation 6000 range comprises over 200 products and two new design lines, PureLine and ContourLine. From the PureLine design line and shown right are the H6800BM Combination Oven with Microwave, the CVA6800 Bean-to-Cup Coffee Machine, the DGC800XL Combination Steam Oven, the H6860BP Oven and ESW6229 SousChef Food Warming Drawer. All feature sleek M Touch swipe and scroll controls and a large number of automatic programmes.

0845 365 6614 www.miele.co.uk

built in benefits The consumer journey to built in starts with an oven and a hob - but how do you persuade buyers to go for the full package?

FOR THE IDEAL HOME

The trio of 45cm Compact Ovens in the Core Collection from De Dietrich can meet the demands of most cooks anywhere. The DME1145X Combination Microwave Oven delivers the speed of a microwave with the quality of fan cooking, co-ordinating nicely with the DOS1180X Multifunction Pyroclean Oven that uses innovative Steam Injection technology to add further succulence to meat, fish or pastry dishes. The DOV1145X Steam Oven can be placed anywhere in the kitchen layout without the need for plumbing and delivers eight pre-set temperature settings.

01256 308067 www.dedietrich.co.uk

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Smeg showed new built in appliances at the Ideal Home exhibition. These included a compact combination steam oven and a matching warming drawer. The range includes white, silver glass, black and stainless steel finishes. White gas on glass hobs are also joining the range. Shown right is the SFP140 Linea oven with EasyGuide touch controls and interactive menu.

0844 557 0070 www.smeguk.com

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The new NV70F7 from Samsung has a dual cavity that can be split using a divider - so two different meals can be cooked at two different temperatures at the same time. Features include a Pro Roasting mode that sears meat before adjusting to a lower temperature, warming, fan with grill and fast preheat. It matches other built in appliances in the Neo Collection.

01932 455000 www.samsung.com/uk

A built in oven and a hob is taken as almost a given when consumers buy a new kitchen - but tough times have undoubtedly delayed purchasing decisions. There is anecdotal evidence that people will put up with an oven or hob where not all of the elements work so replacement is often being put off in the hope of better times. In the oven sector, 60 percent is still freestanding, in cooling it is 90 percent freestanding to 10 percent built in with a similar picture in dishwashers where freestanding takes 60 percent. Laundry is hardly worth talking about, especially in fully integrated where consumers simply do not want to pay the higher price for a machine that basically does the same as a much cheaper freestanding model.

According to AMDEA, the size of the built in market has increased by around 2.7 percent since 2011 with the bulk of the increase being in ovens and hobs. Some of this will undoubtedly be replacement product - especially in hobs where consumers are trading up from solid plate electric to induction.

BUILT IN DEVELOPMENTS The stainless steel built in gas hobs from Whirlpool now come with added ‘steel’ in the form of a iXelium coating. Acting as a barrier against chemical and mechanical agents, iXelium preserves the natural shine of the metal for longer and makes it more resistant to scratches and high temperature discoloration. It’s also easier to clean and doesn’t require aggressive detergents. Shown above is the AKT 680/IXL. 020 8649 5000 www.whirlpool.co.uk

Owning an AEG Culisense oven is like having a professional chef in the kitchen. It has a database of recipes and advanced sensors that can detect the weight and volume of the food to be cooked.

It will also select the right temperature and time.

NaviSight navigational controls make choosing the right function easy. There are 15 cooking functions, Pyroluxe self cleaning, TrueSpit for a rotisserie effect and CleanAir control.

08445 611611 www.aeg.co.uk

The economic situation has meant there has not been enormous development in built in appliances it has been more a case of tweaking and range realignment. Asian brands such as Samsung have made headway in the market with interesting products such as the new NV70F7 built in oven which is designed for consumers who would like a double oven but do not have enough space for one.

De Dietrich now has two appliance collections - the Core Collection, which is the standard range and now includes some new 60 and 45cm compact ovens, and a new intelligent ICS dishwasher. The Premium Collection, as its name suggests, is the luxury end with a full range of compact ovens, full size ovens, hobs and hoods in pearlised glass Grey Pearl, Black Pearl and White Pearl.

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STEAMY COOKING Some consumers find a steam oven that only steams hard to justify. The CombiSteam Deluxe from Electrolux has all the functions expected of a multi function oven plus three steam and hot air programmes. At 72 litres this is an oven that offers ample cooking space.

Despite its sophisticated features, the CombiSteam is easy to use - especially the probe that plugs in at the front rather than the sides.

08445 611611 www.electrolux.co.uk

built in benefits According to Maurizio Severgnini, MD at the Built In Division of Hoover Candy UK, energy efficiency and product functionality are the key areas manufacturers have invested in. A good example is the 76-litre Prodige multifunction oven with Hoover’s Vision LED lighting that uses 95 percent less electricity, and its large oven that can be divided into two separate cooking zones whenever necessary.

0151 334 2781 www.hoover.co.uk

Hotpoint has the Experience and wants to share it with consumers. The new value for money, mid market Experience appliance range includes built in ovens like the SCL08EB single oven and DCL08CB double oven.

Hotpoint’s patented High Definition Dual Flow system eliminates cooking hotspots and distributes heat evenly throughout the whole single oven, which comes with eight programmes and a 62-litre capacity. The double oven includes a Solarplus twin variable grill in the 39-litre top oven, has a 66-litre main oven and nine cooking programmes. It also uses Stay Clean catalytic oven liners to making cleaning easier.

08000 921922 www.hotpoint.co.uk

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For those chefs looking to cook three separate dishes on three shelf levels at the same time, to grill on two levels simultaneously, or to ensure a crisp underside, Kitchenaid’s Twelix oven has the answer. Using an exclusive convection system and featuring the Tweligrill and Tweli-base cooking functions, the 73-litre oven has 23 professional functions including pastry and roasting as well as 10 special functions.

0800 988 1256 www.kitchenaid.co.uk

Added value features are always help. Everyone hates oven cleaning – which makes the presence of pyroclean in Zanussi’s entry level ZOP37902XK good news. The oven has a stainless steel finish, six functions, a fully programmable timer, a triple glazed door and retails for under £500.

08445 612612 www.zanussi.co.uk

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PWS pride themselves on offering a large range of materials and colours from a single source. Encompassing granite, timber, quartz and solid surface, PWS offer an exceptional choice of colours and finishes. Manufactured in a custom-built factory, every care is given from the initial inspection of raw materials through to the final polish and by using the latest technology PWS can ensure precision manufacturing to exacting standards. A leadtime of 5-7 days is given from template to fit, offering an impressive turnaround time.

Image featured is a popular mix of maple timber and Strata quartz warm clay.

01325 505522 www.pwsworksurfaces.co.uk

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urface manufacturers are continuously striving to find the perfect mix of style and practicality. Consumers want the luxury look and feel of marble or natural wood, with the practical benefits of quartz engineered stone - and what consumers want, retailers need. The growing trend to find a solution to this problem has kept the surface industry on its toes. After meticulous development testing throughout Europe, a wide range of non-porous surfaces have been engineered to offer high heat and stain resistance, anti-scratch coatings and anti-bacterial protection built-in.

But it doesn't stop there. Designers are keener than ever to offer a vast array of colours and designs. No longer a kitchen and bathroom necessity with limited options, a worksurface can now be customised to suit you.

With cutting edge designs and trend-sure colours, surface design is now a seamless blend of nature and technology.

top of the world A closer look at the choice in worktops.

FAMILIAR TO EUROPE, NEW TO THE UK Making its UK debut at this year’s Surface and Design show, German worktop manufacturer Quartzforms has launched its range of 50 cutting-edge designs onto the UK market.

Available in three distinctive finishes (Polished, Brushed and Spacco) and three thicknesses (12, 20 and 30mm), Quartzforms is a combination of Italian flair and German precision and comes with a 10-year warranty guarantee.

Introduced as the exclusive distributor of Quartzforms in the UK, Essex-based QF Distribution Ltd (QFD) will be supplying Quartzforms products from its base in Chelmsford. QFD will have up to 1,500 slabs in stock in the UK. A further three-day delivery service from Germany will allow them access to over 15,000 slabs which are held for immediate dispatch. With reactive factory production, customers can be assured of balanced supply even when there are unexpected market demands.

Quartzforms will be available through selected national and regional fabricators and stonemasons but QFD will also be appointing specialist kitchen retailers throughout the UK, so that the range can be seen and touched by customers.

01245 243929 www.quartzforms.com

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JETSTONE CERAMICS THE NEXT GENERATION IN SOLID SURFACES

Jetstone, the leading manufacturers of granite and quartz worktops, are proud to announce the “Next Generation” in solid surface:

Ceramic Worktops Finally you can offer exactly what the customer wants in a worktop, a contemporary surface that is: ▪ ▪ 100% Stain proof ▪ ▪ 100% Flame and heat proof ▪ ▪ 100% Hygienic ▪ ▪ Extremely scratch proof ▪ ▪ Available in an endless and ever growing palette to select from ▪ ▪ Ideal for seamless wall cladding through giant sized slabs

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top of the world Bushboard’s newly launched M-Stone quartz worksurface range is shown teamed up with an Ebony Stripwood laminate splashback from the company’s Omega range. Offering 39 different design options in sizes for midway and hob panels, the Omega range provides flexibility and individuality for those looking to bring textural warmth and visual depth to a kitchen by layering colours, textures and materials together.

The M-Stone quartz worksurface range offers a 25mm thickness and is available in four colours: Black, Brown, Cream and White.

01933 232 242 www.bushboard.co.uk

Trend is the stunning new collection of innovative quartz worktops and flooring from Compac. Its impressive engineering skills have achieved a virtually zero porosity surface without the need for antibacterial chemicals, to deliver a completely healthy and easy to maintain worktop or floor. Available in five timeless cool colours, the collection can be used as a two-tone worksurface or worksurface and floor, creating a stunning effect in the kitchen.

020 8564 9377 www.compac.es

Kompact’s Athena Solid Surface is the newest addition to the expanding portfolio of the Kompact brand, available exclusively in the UK from Lanarkshire-based distributor Leaker Direct. The range consists of six colourways, which are available from stock in a variety of lengths and widths.

Splashbacks, upstands and end panels are also available on a 7-day turnaround, with sink modules and a unique bespoke service for special items available on a 14-day lead time.

0800 014 7770 www.kompactuk.co.uk

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Sylmar Technology Ltd, manufacturer of maia®, has added a flush-fit stainless steel sinks to its solid surface range. The new modules can now be supplied from the factory with a pre-cut recess to accommodate one of two dedicated flush-fit brushed stainless steel sinks, made specially for the maia® range and designed to offer a smooth integration into the work surface. Offered in fifteen decors the sink modules come with either a 1.5 bowl plus drainer ‘Duo’ or a single large bowl plus drainer ‘Super’, fitting a base cabinet of up to 600mm. With left and right bowl options available, adding stylish design features to your kitchen has never been more available.

01773 521300 www.sylmarsolidsurfaces.co.uk

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Developed by their research and development team in response to market demands, Cosentino has launched a new Suede finish for its Silestone quartz worksurface collection. Benefitting from a textured matt surface, the finish is extremely tactile, boasting a high resistance to scratches and stains. It also offers unique bacteriostatic properties for maximum hygiene protection. Inspired by natural stone, the range is available in over 30 throughbody colours and is available to order now.

01256 761229 www.silestone.co.uk

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Exhibiting a contemporary range of stone and ceramic worktops at this year’s Living Kitchens, Jetstone combined a minimalistic 10mm Basalt Black ceramic worktop with a brand new type of S-Box™: the Bose Soundlink II. For those looking to enjoy listening to music in the kitchen but not wanting to see the system, Jetstone has designed the worktop around it, keeping it well and truly hidden. The Hemel Hempstead-based company also presented a number of natural coloured quartz, including the latest colour additions, Piatra Grey (above) and Emperadoro, both taking inspiration from natural, lifelike shades.

01442 249733 www.jetstone.co.uk

IDS, one of the UK’s largest distributors of surface materials, believes that oak is still top when it comes to timber worksurfaces. Standing the test of time, the Tuscan Solid Wood worksurface range, exclusively available in the UK through IDS, offers nine species with craftsmanship appeal and the design flexibility to work successfully in a range of kitchen styles. The premium selection of timbers includes Bamboo, Brown Ash, Cherry, Country Beech, Iroko, Maple, Oak, Prime Beech and Walnut. In a wide range of lengths, thicknesses and widths depending on the species selected, all species are available in a 40mm upstand in a 3m length.

08457 298298 www.idsurfaces.co.uk

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Clockwise, from bottom left: Developed by Formica Group, True Scale laminate worktops capture the beauty of natural materials such as granite, stone and wood, without the small repetition of pattern found on traditional laminates.

Available in four beautiful wood species, Puregrain is a smooth, linear woodgrain texture with a natural look.

Subtle highs and lows breathe life into Scovato textured worktops, creating beautiful, smooth kitchen surfaces.

do you work your worktop?

Personalise your kitchen with Axiom® by Formica Group’s stylish new range of eye-catching worktops, splashbacks and upstands.

Splashbacks are the stylish alternative to tiling your kitchen. Hygienic and easy to install, they can subtly complement worksurfaces or be used as a stunning design feature.

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t wasn’t that long ago that the humble worktop was being outshone by its more chic kitchen counterparts but now, thanks to Formica Group’s new stylish range of textured and patterned surfaces, it’s never been more fashionable to work your worktop.

From deep textured designs to lightly brushed woodgrain, the new Axiom® worktop range by Formica Group offers a complete choice of worktops, splashbacks and upstands, giving designers and specifiers the tools to create eye-catching looks that are right on trend.

Developed by Formica Group, True Scale captures the subtle variations inherent in natural materials, with stone and wood proving most popular. With no repetition across the width of the worktop, patterns can be unveiled in their fullsize beauty, offering you a natural finish at a fraction of the price.

Whatever look you want to create, Formica Group has it covered. If idyllic country or classic kitchen is your thing, then take a look at the new Puregrain texture that offers timeless, lightly brushed wood grain with high durability.

Alternatively, the modern Scovato texture combines a lightly chiselled effect with a smooth finish, which, combined with plain colours such as Diamond Black and White, will enhance the sense of depth and dimension. Seamless integration between worktop and wall created by matching upstands also gives the perception of a larger surface area - ideal for the smaller kitchen.

To add that personal touch, mixing and matching textures and colours is a simple and cost-effective way to create a bespoke look in your kitchen. By pairing a Swedish Oak Puregrain worktop with a White Scovato breakfast bar or feature splashback, your kitchen will be transformed into a personalised space like no others.

While the latest Axiom® range offers twenty-four matching splashbacks, there are also nine complementary splashbacks in bright High Gloss colours and metallic effects to match this season's must-have trend. New additions that are available to order now include Frosted Jade and Frosted Silver which, when paired with a dark wood worktop, look supermodern and stylish. Formica Group style tip: use Wasabi, Amarena or Dark Chocolate in High Gloss to create a bold and on-trend design.

For more information please visit www.axiomworktops.com Formica, the Formica anvil device and Axiom are registered trademarks of The Diller Corporation.

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Be bold, create seamless joints and sweeping curves. HI-MACS® frees your imagination.

James Latham distributes three stunning worksurface options.

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Aesthetically superior Texwood panels offer consistency and quality, perfect for discerning clients.

The Synergii range includes gloss and textured decors in 28 or 38mm thicknesses.

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magine a material that offers limitless design possibilities, can be machined and thermoformed, facilitates seamless joints and allows you to be more daring and ambitious in your designs than you’ve ever been before. Now add in useful properties such as durability and colour fastness. It might sound space age, next century even, but it’s here now - and it’s in stock and available from James Latham, one of the UK's biggest independent timber and panel distributors.

Stocked in all nine Latham branches, HI-MACS® solid surface, for which James Latham is now the exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland, is one of three surfaces (HI-MACS®, Texwood and Synergii) being offered by Latham.

HI-MACS® is a new generation of solid surface material. Easily machined or thermoformed, it enables you to create almost any 3D shape. Because it has uniform thickness, joints become imperceptible, so even large-area installations have the appearance of one seamless application. HI-MACS® is also easy to maintain and extremely sanitary, adapting to the most demanding needs of both commercial and domestic environments. The nonporous, completely smooth and seamless surface make it ideal for areas that need to be kept germ-free. A specialist hygiene certificate confirms it is particularly suited for use in bathroom and kitchen environments. Choose from 98 colours, three thicknesses (6, 9 and 12mm), 22 designs of sinks and 13 vanity basins - available in over 60 colours. There is even an ecological solid surface option.

Also available is Texwood. Manufactured by Piarottolegno, Texwood panels incorporate finger-jointed staves, creating an aesthetically superior, natural beauty that is hard to replicate. Each panel is carefully selected to ensure consistency and quality. A range of species is offered in 26 and 42mm thicknesses with panel sizes from 3050 x 600mm up to 4000 x 1220mm.

If it’s HPL you need, take a look at Synergii. The Synergii range is said to deliver 4 to 5 times the wear resistance of a standard laminate. Harnessing new and classic designs, the stunning combination of gloss and textured decors means there's no compromising style for performance. The Synergii range includes 24 decors in 38mm thickness and six in 28mm, as well as a 4.1m option.

For more information on HI-MACS® go to www.himacsuk.co.uk or, for Lathams’ full range of work surface materials, call 0116 257 3415, email marketing@lathams.co.uk or visit www.lathamtimber.co.uk

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Bellissimo has extended its Florence lacquered range of doors with a wide selection of matt colours. The additions to Florence, which follow the recent launch of Florence’s vinyl stablemate Trevison in matt, can be specified in a sleek handleless format. Previously only available in gloss, Florence now comes in a range of 18 standard matt colours but can also be ordered in any colour from leading household paint suppliers - offering virtually limitless options in size and finish in the mid-market.

01772 696959 www.bellissimofurniture.co.uk

doors galore Whites and creams, simple slabs and handleless are the trends predicted for 2013. But is this all that’s on offer?

Landau has recently launched its V-Line range of exotic veneers and re-launched its in-frame Brooklands range. The mirror-like reflections of Parapan and the V-Line exotic veneer make a great partnership in contemporary kitchens, where designers are keen to mix colours and textures to create a unique look. There are 8 exotic veneers in a choice of gloss and matt finishes and 22 solid colours. Doors can be cut to size and thermoformed to any radius of curve for a truly bespoke solution.

01482 440680 www.landauparapan.co.uk

Following the PWS launch of the Milbourne range in February 2012, the new, natural oak option has become a sought after design by those favouring a lightly grained finish, subtle colour options including chalk, alabaster and almond and the pure lines associated with the timeless shaker style. For those looking to achieve this classic look, it may be more accessible than you think.

01325 505555 www.pws.co.uk

East Coast Fittings (ECF) is delighted to introduce its new range of classic in-frame painted timber doors, the Devon and Cornwall. Constructed from solid birch, the doors can be ordered ready finished in 13 beautiful matt painted colours or alternatively they can be delivered ‘pre-primed’, leaving you free to paint them whatever colour you choose. Available in a range of sizes, ECF also offer a selection of elegant accessories to complete the offering, providing you with the ultimate variety when creating the kitchen of your dreams. Image shows Cornwall in-frame in Chalk Down.

01664 424288 www.ecf.co

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Ask The Expert In an ever-changing marketplace the shape, style, construction, colour and finish of a door generally reflects the mood of the buying public, meaning prevailing trends are not always timeless.

European shows throughout 2012 displayed a prominence of whites and creams, with simple slab designs and the handleless look being favoured.

Manufacturers and distributors will undoubtedly reflect this trend in 2013, with current developments of a ‘super matt’ finish, which adds a silky touch and porcelain look, already in full swing.

Acrylic faced doors with clever ABS edging add a feeling of quality and modernity to this sector, with a number of UK manufacturers offering their take on this door design.

But it’s not all about clean lines, slabs, whites and creams. Traditional kitchens are re-emerging with in-frames, mock in-frames and assorted shakers appearing in vinyl wrapped, solids and five piece variants finished in warm matt colours including Dakar, Olive and Mussel.

The development of new 2D and 3D foils within this trend has resulted in finished foils and five-piece doors appearing to be hand painted but retaining the integrity of the grain and structure that over painting tends to negate.

There are many subtle but clever changes being introduced to the market today and whilst likely to be challenging, does hold potential and hope for us all.

We can make 2013 a great year but we as an industry have to make it happen. At BA Components, that’s our philosophy and from that, the strategy emerges. Here’s to a great 2013!

With this Matt Stone Grey Tullymore kitchen from the Bella range, BA Components have captured the essence of a handpainted, in-frame traditional kitchen. The use of great design, superior membrane pressing technology and cutting edge foil decors results in an affordable alternative to a hand built, hand painted kitchen that looks and feels like the real thing.

028 8676 4600 www.bacomponents.co.uk

It seems that gloss is still a popular choice for many when designing a kitchen. With demand growing, TKC have launched its Lusso range - a high gloss painted kitchen door range, which offers a simple and stylish design. Its striking linear appearance can be softened though the addition of curves, giving the range versatility to work in both modern and classic environments. The 19mm MDF door range is available in cream (pictured) or white.

0161 336 3636 www.tkcomponents.co.uk

doors For the last 120 years, Ellis Furniture has prided itself on staying one step ahead of the style game. Its range of white, stone and maize gloss continue to be bestsellers, confirming an ongoing popularity for natural and neutral tones - and its grey tones becoming the musthave colour of the season. But there’s more to a kitchen than colour.

Practicality also plays a huge role when designing your kitchen and with Ellis Furniture’s on-trend push-to-open technology and curved door range, practicality has never been more stylish.

01484 514212 www.ellisfurniture.co.uk

David Caulfield, Director BA Components.

More Suedette Matts

Alpine Suedette Matt 46737 matched to Egger Alpine White W1100 ST9.

With matt as a surface finish continuing to increase in popularity and remaining a strong market trend for 2013, Renolit now have eight Renolit Alkoren Suedette Matt colours after the addition of Alpine Suedette Matt and Graphite Suedette Matt into their collection of classic 3D forming foils. Covering a wide colour spectrum of whites, neutrals, beiges and greys, the complete collection of Suedette Matt colours offers the creative designer the flexibility to create colour tones to suit individual requirements and benefit from the ability to mix and match with a variety of printed woodgrains or special effects.

01670 718222 www.renolit.com

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Graphite Suedette Matt 46770 matched to Egger Graphite U961 ST2.

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Irish-based Curvecraft are a family-run business and specialises in producing curved doors in any style (to include raised panelled doors) or shape.

This stylish addition to any kitchen is available in any size, with profiles available in any species of wood to match a customers existing flat door range. Matching accent pieces including architrave and skirting boards can also be produced.

028 4483 2828 www.curvecraft.co.uk

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Marpatt’s Shaker five-piece door range in Oak and Maple is leading the way for the Leicester-based door supplier in terms of volume due the wide range of natural and painted finishes.

Marpatt believes that offering flexibility is key when looking to develop a door range. By offering a colour match service, Marpatt’s customers are given an endless range of colours to suit their home and lifestyle. Its colour matching service has been most popular with those looking to design an ultra-modern, slab style kitchen. Unique finishes, subtle differences in design and unique accessories are order of the day.

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AIR0 22cm J-Trim handleless design in alabaster gloss with oak. Also available in matt painted finishes.

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HORIZON 22mm slab door in grey and carbon matt. Also available in high gloss, wood veneer and painted matt finishes.

ORION On trend white gloss finish. Also available in alabaster gloss.

arpatt's 35th birthday was marked by the launch of a new range of ultracontemporary kitchen door designs, adding an innovative twist to its established product range. The Leicester-based door supplier has recently brought out three new contemporary styles, following strong demand from established customers.

The Airo collection, whilst infusing functionality with sophistication, offers a sleek handleless design and elegant curves in a selection of finishes including gloss, natural oak and matt painted finishes. Its varied colours and finishes give designers uncompromising flexibility, offering numerous mix-and-match solutions.

The Horizon collection offers 22mm slab doors in high gloss, wood veneer and painted matt finishes. Reflecting the popularity of painted doors, Marpatt has introduced eighteen paint colours since the collection began.

The Horizon and Airo range also offer two exclusive finishes that include block and natural painted doors. Both enhance the beauty of the wood and, by working with the wood’s natural grain, Marpatt's designers have created on-trend designs that are perfect for a contemporary kitchen.

With such a large range of options available, it’s clear to see why some door suppliers overlook more simple styles. Mark Koeberle, Marketing Director of Marpatt, believes you should not underestimate the broad appeal of a simple kitchen: “As a competitive kitchen door supplier, you need to understand your customer. A person's style ideas and budget vary and that is exactly why we offer a growing range of unique designs, including those with unique chisel moulding and scalopped plinth features, suitable for a range of budgets.”

As popular as ever, Marpatt’s take on the simple, yet functional kitchen is expressed through its Orion collection. Its high quality doors are injected with subtle design accents, including flowing curves and refined lines, making this competitively-priced door a must for retailers looking to attract the style-driven, price-conscious consumer.

Marpatt’s investment in its in-house finishing department has also been in response to demand and provides a distinct advantage to Marpatt clients. A steady increase in jobs and new automated spraying and preparation machinery has resulted in a turnaround time of just three weeks for hand-finished, top quality painted surfaces. Its colour matching service also gives you the freedom to choose the exact colour you want - and Marpatt can match to any material. Mark adds, “Our colour matching service has proved to be very popular. This new service means that for a small supplement any painted finish can be achieved. We’re currently seeing a big rise in the amount of light to mid shades of grey being asked for.

Perhaps it’s the influence of a certain book.”

The introduction of the ultra-contemporary range, combined with Marpatt’s more traditional wooden kitchens, illustrates the company's determination to present customers with a complete range of designs, helping them to stay ahead in a fast changing market.

With the company constantly developing its facilities, creating new designs and offering endless colour ranges, you have to ask the question, “What’s next for Marpatt?” Mark's response, “You’ll have to wait and see.”

0116 274 3943 www.marpatt.co.uk

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Any design, any size and colour, Ney doors provide great flexibility when creating unique kitchens that reflect your customers needs.

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his time last year, Coventry-based door distributor Ney Ltd, was a newcomer to the madeto-measure door industry. Twelve months on and the company is going from strength to strength, adding new designs and finishes to its market-friendly door collections.

Currently offering three inspiring collections that include vinyl-wrapped, acrylic-edged and spray-painted ranges, Ney is focussed on offering an on-trend range of designs and, with the Elegance collection offering a choice of twenty designs and thirty vinyl finishes, the Ney Door Collection really has a lot to offer.

Painted doors are making something of a comeback in the European market and, never one to be behind with the times, Ney's painted Impressions range, made up of modern Slab, Atlas, Vogue and Shaker, is right on trend, whilst the popular acrylic-edged De Novo collection brings duo-edged and matching edges to high gloss in ten desirable colours.

But the story doesn’t stop there. A year on and Ney has created a new range of finishes to complement its existing collections. Available from April 2013, the range of thirty stylish finishes, which take inspiration from nature, has been selected to keep the three popular collections fresh and vibrant. Gerd Ney, Managing Director of Ney adds, “The kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry is constantly evolving, so we need to constantly adapt, too. We want to make the trend, not follow it and I think with our new range of finishes, we’re doing just that.”

Ney is going back to nature with its 3D embossed finishes. Not only does the vinyl look natural, it feels

With thirty new 3D vinyl finishes available this April and a brand new timber range being launched in the spring, Ney’s stylish range of made-tomeasure doors are in demand.

Part of the Elegance range, this timeless ivory shaker county style kitchen is a popular choice in modern and traditional homes.

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Thirty new 3D vinyl finishes are available to order from April.

more to come NATURAL 3D VINYL FINISHES The new range of finishes take inspiration from nature, capturing the subtle variations inherent in natural materials. Saw Cut Grain pictured below.

Mixing and matching textures and colours is a great way to create a bespoke look in your kitchen. Carbon KDD40-T3 and Off-white WAQ47-T3 (both pictured) make up part of the new finish range.

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natural too. Keen to offer a wide range of finishes to suit all tastes, Ney’s selection of natural woodgrain vinyl gives customers timeless designs with a modern day effect. If you’re looking for something a little more edgy, cross-cut sawmarked woodgrain and modern, horizontal textures are also available. Both finishes capture the subtle variations inherent in natural materials such as ivory, graphite and walnut. Gerd adds, “We’re starting to see the distressed look making a come back. To reflect this trend, we’ve introduced a cross-cut woodgrain finish that has visible sawmarks embedded into the foil. It works really well when paired with an ultra smooth gloss.”

It’s also been confirmed that the final plans are being put in place for the launch of a new timber range, available to order this spring. Gerd continues, “Thanks to valued customer feedback and customer demand, we have created a brand new timber range that reflects the current door trends in the UK and Ireland.” The twelve-piece collection, which has been created exclusively by Ney, will be available in a range of heritage colours, including old white, cotton and grey. With a lead time of just four weeks, no minimum order quantity required and a fourhour turn around on any samples needed, it's clear to see why Ney is fast becoming one of the leading door suppliers in the UK. It’s this constant ability to adapt and listen to the market that heads the company’s success and with the continual development of new designs and finishes it begs the question, what’s next for the Ney Door Collection?

All the latest finishes, designs, measurements and prices are available on Ney’s website www.ney.co.uk. Alternatively you can call +44 (0)24 7630 8100 for more information.

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New Year, New Ideas . . .

Horizon · Orion · Airo

Airo Alabaster Handleless Gloss (22mm) combined here with Airo Handleless Light Oak part of the new Contemporary range of doors and accessories from Marpatt.

The range starts with the Orion in Lacquered High Gloss (715 x 496mm £25.70 before discount).

The new Contemporary Range from Marpatt available now.

To receive a copy of the Marpatt Brochure featuring the entire range including these new ultra-contemporary designs then please call 0116 2743943 or email sales@marpatt.co.uk

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ou might not recognise the name Unilin but you will almost certainly know Quick-Step, a flooring system that can take much of the credit for the UK boom in laminate strip floors.

The Uniclic® technology used for QuickStep was revolutionary in the world of laminated flooring because it meant floorboards could be installed without glue. The boards are simply angled and clicked and the job is done. The Quick-Step brand has since become world famous and won numerous international awards.

The Uniclic® technology was expanded to include furniture winning Unilin the coveted biennial "Best of the Best" Interzum award for Intelligent Material & Design at the Keulen Furniture Trade Fair.

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In 2011, Unilin pooled all its knowledge and expertise to expand the revolutionary Uniclic® technology to include furniture. A tongue and groove system allows furniture panels to be clicked together at an angle of 90 degrees.

With this new application of Uniclic® technology, Unilin won the coveted biennial "Best of the Best" Interzum award for Intelligent Material & Design at the Keulen Furniture Trade Fair.

Unilin has now applied the new joining system to ClicBox, a range of kitchen carcases that allows kitchen makers and retailers who supply own brands to offer their customers quality results quickly and easily.

By applying Uniclic® to the ClicBox range, assembly has been radically simplified and that means significant time savings. The special tongue and groove system allows panels to be locked together without the use of screws or tools. Click, clack and it's finished.

The tool-less installation extends to every component of the kitchen cabinet, such as the mounts for the wall cabinets and the

Time is money so for kitchen professionals who want to reduce labour costs and combine quality with cost-effectiveness, the ClicBox click together carcase range from Unilin can only be good news. Putting ClicBox together is a cinch – and there’s no need for tools or expert knowledge.

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centre post for wider cabinets. This means that ClicBox kitchen cabinets can be assembled up to five times faster than traditional cabinets.

As an added benefit the Uniclic® joints are stronger, more stable and less visible than classic screw joints.

CLICBOX: IN 42 VARIETIES The ClicBox range includes 42 different units: • 18 base cabinets • 16 wall cabinets and • 4 larder cabinets with 4 shelves each.

The base units are 720mm high and 570mm deep and vary in widths between 150 and 1000mm. There is also a corner unit (900mm wide) and an oven cabinet (600mm wide).

The wall units are 720mm high and 330mm deep. The widths vary between 300 and 1000mm. There are two types of corner unit as well as bridges of 360mm high by 330mm deep in four widths (500, 600, 800 and 900mm).

The four store cupboards are 570mm deep, 1970mm high and are available in the widths 300, 400, 500 and 600mm. There are also four shelving packs, each of four shelves, with widths to match.

There is a choice of white, ivory and lissa oak finishes.

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With ClicBox, Unilin combines its unique click system with exceptional quality. Both the panels - laminated chipboard - and the finishes are designed in-house by Unilin in order to guarantee that each and every cabinet meets strict quality standards.

A smart drilling pattern ensures that cabinets offer plenty of options (four drawers, five drawers, drawer line, etc), without the need for extra holes to be drilled. In addition, the drilling pattern is designed to match the most common types of mount (Blum, Indaux and Hettich).

Cabinets are hung on the wall with the aid of an invisible metal clip that - once more without the use of tools - clicks into the back of the unit and can be positioned at different heights.

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Fast and easy assembly, a stronger connection and, with no fittings, the technology is completely invisible.

30 seconds flat Five times quicker to assemble than flat pack furniture and just as strong, the new ClicBox range is the future of tool-less cabinet construction.

Over thirty cabinet sizes and formats to choose from: • base cabinets • wall cabinets and • larder cabinets.

Cabinets available in 3 colours: white, ivory and lissa oak.

Technical specifications: • 18mm thick MFC panels, 1mm ABS on leading edges.

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• 18mm adjustable shelves, 3 possible heights.

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magine this: a cabinet range that requires no tools for its construction, assembled in thirty seconds and that is five times quicker to construct than its flat pack equivalent. This could sound too good to be true but Hill’s Panel Products (HPP) beg to differ, becoming the exclusive UK distributor for Unilin’s new ClicBox cabinet range.

Designed and manufactured by the Belgian company Unilin, the new ClicBox is set to revolutionise the KBB industry. Available in thirty cabinet sizes and formats and three colours, the ClicBox cabinet’s outstanding design comes from the patented UNICLIC for furniture technology, which enables you to simply click the different components together – limiting the time and skill needed to construct a kitchen.

Strength isn’t an issue either, with the groundbreaking system providing up to 25% more strength and three times more stability when compared to a standard cabinet in push tests.

Mark Smith, Product Specialist at HPP, adds, “The cabinets are significantly stronger than those using the traditional cam and dowel systems that are currently on the market.”

Once assembled, there are no visible fixings and each cabinet features an adaptable drilling pattern to suit a wide range of products. Where applicable, adjustable legs, centre posts and wall fixing brackets are provided, which can also be fitted without the need of tools. 18mm solid tops and 8mm solid backs provide the cabinets with further stability and durability.

The launch of the new range, which is available to order in the UK from March, marks an exciting time for HPP and the industry as a whole. Mark adds, “This product is likely to change the way flat pack kitchens are constructed from this point on.”

To order your ClicBox or to find out more information please visit www.hpponline.co.uk/clicbox or call 0161 628 6100.

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A new profile has been added to East Coast Fittings’ Volante sliding door system. Quadro’s modern aesthetic brings a touch of style to any room and provides the perfect contrast to the softer lines of the existing Curva profile. Available in a wide range of pre-determined configurations, ECF understand that these may not cater for everyone’s tastes. Consequently, they give you the flexibility to select a bespoke to meet your requirements. Available in a matt aluminium or matt bronze finish, Quadro is guaranteed to make an impact. In image, Hacienda Black MFC Textured Woodgrain, Blue Metal Glass and the Quadro profile in matt aluminium.

01664 424288 www.ecf.co

bedroom snapshots Unlocking the bedroom secrets of sliding doors, storage solutions and high gloss doors.

Bedroom specialist Caple's new Altino Sand furniture features a sumptuous, textured grain in a fresh finish for the perfect, natural backdrop to any bedroom scheme. Sophisticated and streamlined, this furniture can be filled with a multitude of storage solutions, from drawers and hanging rails to shoe and tie racks, ensuring there is a place for everything. The design includes 18mm-thick beech interior cabinets, 22mm-thick internal shelves, high-quality clip-on door hinges with softclose doors and sturdy, metal-sided, soft-close drawer boxes.

0117 938 1900 www.caple.co.uk

Offering an extensive array of combinations, TKC’s range of made to order vinyl doors for the bedroom comes in 24 colourways and 23 different door styles. Modern, clean and ultimately practical, the doors are available in any size from 100 x 100mm to 2400 x 900mm, ensuring that all space within the bedroom is easily accessible. Using both internal and external curves, the White Avola Shaker style, shown here, creates a unique flowing design.

For an space-efficient solution in attic bedrooms with sloping ceilings TKC present the contemporary Vetro range of made to measure high gloss doors. In seven solid colours and four woodgrain options, any size up to 2400 x 900mm, including angles, is available.

0161 336 3636 www.tkcomponents.co.uk

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Looking for a streamlined, contemporary and 'of the minute' bachelor pad?

Everything the sophisticated man about town could ask for is in this High Gloss Snow Larch bedroom from BA Components. Venice doors, high gloss white with a subtle difference, curves, glass and clean lines. What more would you want?

028 8676 4600 www.bacomponents.co.uk

bedroom snapshots For the past four years Marpatt have been supplying bedroom doors and have established a definite niche market for wood in fitted bedrooms. Doors are available in walnut (shown), light oak and a range of painted finishes, which can benefit from Marpatt’s exclusive colour match service. Customers can specify the exact colour from a sample, RAL number or paint manufacturer’s colours. With a turnaround time of five to six weeks on established designs and sizes, Marpatt’s range of bedroom doors can be made to special sizes especially for you.

0116 274 3943 www.marpatt.co.uk

The BKoncepts Noteborn Split system gives you the freedom to create beautiful interiors with almost no limits. It shares the same exquisite craftsmanship, remarkable attention to detail and flexible design options as the other Noteborn range of sliding doors but with one large difference: the panel size can reach up to 2600 x 2600mm, allowing you to have the freedom to design your ideal bedroom. Each door features Alabaster coloured MFC and a centre panel of Beech in MFC. 0845 270 2007 www.bkoncepts.co.uk

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“Probably the best bedroom furniture in the world”

The new TRENTA by Nolte Delbrück – an individual and timeless design in classic Bauhaus style

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Skyline is a new dimension in bedroom furniture offering bespoke options to meet individual customers’ requirements.

Skyline mixes style and practicality in order to fit into difficult spaces.

stylish slumber Entrepreneurial retailers are always looking for new ways to expand operations and increase profit, especially when times are tough. With two new stylish bedroom ranges added to its already extensive portfolio, could German bedroom manufacturer Nolte Delbrück be the missing link to your business?

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olte Delbrück‘s exclusive UK distributor, InHouse, claims that the German manufacturer’s new collections of bedroom furniture have set the benchmark for quality and design. Offering a wide range of unique and stylish bedroom solutions, Nolte Delbrück has recently launched two new collections designed to transform your bedroom, whatever the size.

The new Skyline and Trenta range, launched at the Cologne Furniture Fair in January, offer bespoke options to meet individual customers’ requirements and they’re designed to fit into difficult spaces.

Skyline mixes style and practicality. Stackable wardrobes allow for distinctive designs to be created for even the smallest of

Trenta stands for an individual and timeless design in the classic Bauhaus style.

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rooms. It comes available with LED lighting options for a truly integrated finish, creating a beautiful ambience for both day and night. With a full range of bed designs, bedside cabinets, chests and dressers - all available in a variety of colour and wood finishes - Skyline oozes style and sophistication.

Standing the test of time, Trenta’s inspiration comes from the classic Bauhaus style. The extensive range of beds, in widths from 90cm to 200cm, combined with design options like bedside tables, hinged and sliding door wardrobes, drawer chests and functional accessories, enable a true customisation of design, enabling it to be adapted to meet a wide variety of consumer needs.

These additions add to Nolte Delbrück’s already extensive collection of bedroom furniture. From the beautiful Starlight range, which features Swarovski crystal elements, through to the more classic Venezia range, Nolte Delbrück offers retailers an amazing selection, with a simple pricing structure to allow retailers to price designs with ease.

Wayne Dance, Managing Director of InHouse, adds, “With Nolte Delbrück still relatively new to the UK market, there’s a unique opportunity for retailers to climb on board at the beginning, therefore having unparalleled exclusivity for such an offering.”

For more details on how to become a Nolte Delbrück retailer, or to enquire about being an agent in the UK, contact InHouse.

01661 842304 InhouseHeadqtrs@aol.com www.inhouseuk.net

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We’re told size matters and, in a bathroom, it has never been more important. The new EauZone double bath screen from Matki Showering combines the luxury of 10mm safety glass with the sheer convenience of a folding bath screen. It extends to 1000mm in the showering position to offer ideal splash protection when showering and can fold away into a space saver when stored against the panel. It’s the perfect addition to any challenging bathroom size.

01454 322888 www.matki.co.uk

editor’s bathroom choice Launched in March, RAK’s new Elena bathroom range has been strongly influenced by contemporary Italian design. It includes full and half pedestal basins with a deep back ledge and wall hung offset design with extended left or right side ledges - ideal for his and her dual application. Elena toilets are offered in back-to-wall, wall hung and closecoupled formats, with bidets in both designs, offering you a wide range of stylish and affordable bathroom products.

01730 237850 www.rak-ceramics.co.uk

What better way to test a new grout than with the fixers themselves? Bal has collaborated with fixers nationwide to create Bal Micromax2, a universal grout ideal for virtually any normal wall or floor. Its superfine formulation gives a smooth finish and is effective with gaps as narrow as 1mm. It also has the strength and flexibility for grouting gaps as wide as 20mm, with no slumping, shrinking or cracking. With an impressive 30-minute working time, large areas can be grouted in a single mix, saving time and with a drying time of only two to three hours before a floor can bear light traffic, it aids faster job completion and removes project delays.

01782 591100 www.bal-adhesives.co.uk

As anyone who frequently stays in hotels knows only too well, working out how the bath shower diverter works can be a real problem. Wisp from Crosswater is a simple solution to this common problem. Designed for use on any no-tap-hole bath with a minimum rim of 80cm, the diverter can be used to control two outlets such as the bath filler and overhead or hand shower by a simple lever flick. The discreet, functional and very responsive Wisp diverter, which works efficiently from a balanced pressure water supply, is easy to use and can be used by those that have limited hand movement or find it difficult to grip and pull.

0845 873 8840 www.crosswater.co.uk

Out of the darkness come four new mirror designs from HiB. The Vortex, Axis, Nexus and Rotary are all LED back-lit mirrors with discreet sockets in the side of the mirror to charge and plug in your electric devices – perfect for shavers and electric toothbrushes. Each mirror is streamfree and is available in four different sizes and configurations. The LED-powered illumination is also a low cost option with minimal energy consumption and is designed to last the lifetime of the mirror.

020 8441 0352 www.hib.co.uk

Stylish and practical - it’s a rare combination but Aqualux’s latest addition to its Haceka collection of bathroom accessories has managed to do it.

The Selection product range brings quality design to the provision of traditional and, more importantly, practical accessories. In a choice of polished silver or stainless steel finishes, the range includes single and double hooks with a choice of long or short fittings, a hanging basket, two floor or glass wipers and a hanging mirror. Designed with twenty-first-century living in mind, it’s a stylish selection to suit any bathroom.

0121 526 7600 www.aqualux.co.uk

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hirty years can pass in the blink of an eye. Think back to 1981, when avocado was the must-have colour for your bathroom suite and brown floral tile arrangements were a thing to behold. It was at this time, when our bathrooms were a multitude of earthy tones and furry toilet seat covers, that two brothers created what we know today as Ideal Bathrooms. Originally situated in Kingston-upon-Thames and employing only a handful of people, Ideal Bathrooms spent the next thirty years creating a brand that is claimed to be the UK's leading specialist distributor of bathroom products.

Today, from its Head Office in Milton Keynes, Ideal Bathrooms is committed to offering unrivalled service. With no fewer than 15,000 different product lines in stock at one time in its four UK warehouses, Ideal Bathrooms offers next day delivery to over 99% of the country, including outlying areas.

Danielle Lillis, Commercial Director at Ideal Bathrooms, believes that it's the company's longevity that is testament to its commitment to customer service. “You don't stay in business long if you don't keep your customers happy and well looked after,” she says. “We move with the times and introduce new ideas to meet our customers' needs.” It's perhaps no surprise that the Buckinghamshire-based company has won the NBG award for Supplier of the Year for the third consecutive year - an accolade the company is very proud of.

Marketing initiatives form part of Ideal Bathrooms' drive to offer the very best in customer service. The Big Book Of Displays and the Create Your Ideal Bathroom brochure - both recent initiatives - are just two of the many support packages designed to help your business grow.

Whatever your audience, Ideal Bathrooms' unique incentives are available to you.

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The company’s Head Office situated in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.

Recent sales figures suggest that high-end retailers have been relatively unaffected by the state of the economy in recent years. The Premium Brand Strategy, primarily designed by Ideal Bathrooms to help the top end of the market attract new business, has also aided mid-market showrooms, too. The concept is simple: by diversifying and adding luxury items to displays, you will broaden your market and attract more customers. Danielle continues, “Our service goes well beyond the norm, as we work closely with our customers in all aspects of business and provide ongoing help and support wherever it is wanted.”

Ideal Bathrooms’ constant drive to develop and grow has seen it be awarded the new, sole UK distribution rights of the Showerlux brand of enclosures. That was in late 2012. Since then, Ideal Bathrooms has completed a review of the Showerlux products and price structure. The Showerlux range now offers retailers a high quality product that meets the customer's design and budget needs and enhances margins for trade.

To ensure Showerlux continues to be seen as a reputable enclosures brand, Ideal Bathrooms is mounting an intensive campaign directly to the trade with the aim of reinvigorating the Showerlux brand.

“We want to take the Showerlux brand to new heights,” Danielle told us.

And by investing heavily in a high impact advertising and PR campaign running throughout the spring and creating inspiring marketing material that includes a brand new 44-page consumer brochure to support showroom sales at the forefront, they're clearly on track to hit another target.

Ideal Bathrooms has become a front-runner in bathroom distribution. Its continual investment and research into what today's consumer wants has reflected on the company's achievements. In an ever-changing and fast-paced industry, Ideal Bathrooms has kept a tight hold on its solid reputation and in doing so, has confirmed the success of the company and its customers. If you'd like to be a part of the Ideal Bathrooms success story, call 0800 634 2600 or visit www.idealbathrooms.com

Ideal Bathrooms hold 15,000 different product lines in stock at any one time in its UK warehouses.

Showerlux Glide Maxi single door enclosure.

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one are the days when you could afford to update your entire bathroom on a whim. It takes careful planning, scrupulous penny pinching and, in many cases, purchasing items from multiple high street and online stores to find the product you want, at a price you can afford.

Modular furniture offers a safe middle ground where, without having to change your entire bathroom, you can still update parts whilst staying in keeping with your existing suite.

Sounds too good to be true?

Well, on the whole, modular furniture is a simple way to transform a bathroom but it doesn’t come glitch free. When opting for modular furniture, all existing pipe work, which was previously disguised by a pedestal, needs to be hidden - either in an existing wall or by building a false wall to enable a modular unit to be wall hung. Mark Walker, Sales Director at Bagno Design, believes that this should not put people off: “By putting feature stud walls in our own showrooms, we are illustrating how to hide unsightly pipework which enables the simple installation of modular furniture.”

With the mechanics of module furniture explained, it only leaves the design to choose and with mixand-match design options increasing in popularity and many retailers and manufacturers becoming the complete bathroom solution, refreshing your bathroom has never been easier.

A good looking, competitively priced contemporary bathroom collection comes high on every bathroom retailer’s wish list – but all too often design detail is sacrificed for the sake of price. This certainly isn’t the case with the new Britton Bathrooms range from The Bathroom Brands Group. A true one stop source, this exciting new brand includes four sanitaryware designs, furniture, brassware and accessories supported by an easy to use consumer brochure and website. Common sizes throughout the range means that pieces can be mixed and matched with ease, whilst a wide range of colour and style options are available.

0845 539 0055 www.brittonbathrooms.com

AquaCabinets® is a new brand of bathroom furniture joining the portfolio from Bathroom Brands. Inspired by limited space, unerring style, and minimising the damage caused by water, humidity and colour-fade associated with UV light, AquaCabinets’ selection of fitted bathroom furniture brings together a compelling mix of elegant, tough, fade resistant cabinetry that features stylish gull-wing and curved doors. There are high gloss finishes in a range of ontrend colours and the exclusive-to-AquaCabinets movement-sensor internal lighting. The eleven different ranges comprise modular and fitted, floor-standing and wall-hung, basin and WC units, each incorporating technology that ensures resistance to damp and the fading effects of natural sunlight.

0845 539 0055 www.aquacabinets.com

furniture for the Following the trend for organic and round shapes in the home, Ideal Standard’s new bathroom collection, SoftMood, is characterised by its soft design and high tech solutions.

Comprising of a selection of basins, furniture units and accessories in a variety of sizes to suit all requirements, SoftMood can be customised to suit the individual, lending itself to integrated design, easy cleaning and storage solutions.

The ceramic, which includes hand washbasins, vanities, pedestal and semi pedestal basins, have been designed by Italian designer Franco Bertoli. The furniture collection has also been created by design house, Artfakt. With various models available, including basin, drawer and storage units all with push to open doors and drawers, they are all available in four finishes and can be perfectly integrated with the ceramic and accessories.

01482 346461 www.idealstandard.co.uk

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Are you looking to make a statement in your bathroom? Then look no further than Mereway Bathrooms’ 2013 bathroom furniture collection.

Bringing style and flare to iconic functional bathrooms, the vibrant range brings a splash of colour to proceedings. With a collection of avant-garde door colours, finishes and textures the range is ideal for accent pieces that create an individual look. From sassy red gloss, aborigine gloss and lime green to snake, zebra and crocodile, you’re sure to create the perfect style statement to suit any personality.

0121 706 7844 www.merewaybathrooms.co.uk

Curved Timber is a new range of bathroom furniture from Utopia. Inspired by organic shapes, the collection is an elegant addition to Utopia’s modular range. Available in warm and inviting shades of golden oak and walnut, the earthy wood finishes and beautiful curves make the new Curved Timber range a tantalising design. Featured are twin ceramic basins which are perfect for a couple and also available in mineralcast, whilst the deluxe eclipse mirrors, part of the new range, features ambient, back lit LED lighting.

01902 406400 www.utopiagroup.com

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The Lucca wall-hung vanity unit from Bagno Design brings Italian styling to the contemporary bathroom at a competitive price point. Incorporating essential storage space in the most minimal of ways, Lucca is available in a choice of wenge, black or white and has two pull out drawers which offer the perfect hiding place for all those bottles and toiletries. Measuring 950 x 510 x 530mm, the vanity unit offers complete flexibility for the bathroom designer, being compatible with four different worktops to enable multiple configurations. It is also available in a choice of composite, travertine or glass.

020 7553 6999 www.bagnodesign.co.uk

Dansani’s new series of stylish and functional bathroom furniture forms part of its exclusive Calidris range. Danish furniture designers, Jeanette Vecht and Rasmus Kjr, are behind the update, with new shapes and finishes added to emphasise the minimalist expression of the series. The new design, which is available in light oak, dark oak and high gloss white, has striking lines that add exclusivity and identity to the furniture, both horizontally and vertically.

Combined to give a light and floating appearance, open and closed cabinet modules are also intertwined to make an interesting play with lines that break away from the usual idea of simplicity.

0800 587 1725 www.dansani.co.uk

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Consumers today appreciate the benefits of standalone modular furniture, whether for large family bathrooms or small en-suites. Modular furniture is versatile - and with the wide choice of unit sizes, types and finishes available, Pelipal® offers retailers a range that will meet every customer need.

the perfect fit The EVO collection, pictured in a new shade of grey. Also available in Arctic white and Brilliant black, these high gloss finishes perfectly complement the contemporary and innovative curved edge design.

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lthough a relative newcomer to the UK bathroom furniture scene, Pelipal® claims to have grown at an outstanding rate. Unknown in the UK three years ago, the German manufacturer has gained market recognition with trade and consumers alike, which they put down to regular publicity in trade and consumer publications. The company says there are three key drivers for this growth:

Trends • Firstly, it’s about trends. There’s been a real increase in consumers seeking affordable design-led furniture to create stunning spaces that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are functional. Wall hung and freestanding units are proving popular in terms of style, with high gloss lacquers and glass combining with beautiful wood grain finishes very much on trend. Pelipal designs ranges that meet these key style indicators in every price bracket.

Price • We have to be realistic - times are tough for a lot of consumers as well as for retailers. Price is definitely a key decision driver. What’s changed is that consumers are not willing to compromise on design. Retailers have to be smart about choosing a supplier at the right price point, and with enough options that can stretch between grand designs and the most restricted budget.

Stunning glass fronts and modular design turn the vanity unit into statement furniture design, as shown in the new Leonardo range from the Pelipal collections.

The new Lardo collection features a strong robust design with solid statement vertical lines. Beautiful reproduction wood grain sits perfectly with coordinated fronts in high gloss finish that makes the most of the trend for neutral tones.

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Functionality • Modular furniture affords the advantage of creating designs that actively match both the needs and the style of the individual. Wall hung pieces make as much of a statement as they offer in storage solution. Modular pieces allow a consistent design coherency with the rest of the home.

Design meets functionality in storage and lighting. Innovative and integrated lighting is now a crucial element in overall bathroom planning.

Echoing internal and flexible storage options found in kitchens, individually configured drawer options and inbuilt laundry storage offers the level of practicality previously unheard of in bathroom design.

For details please contact InHouse Inspired Room Design at www.inhouseuk.net or www.inhousecaribbean.com or call 01661 842304.

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Elegant egg shaped Lacrima from Clearwater has integral legs so there is no need for a stand.

Classic from Clearwater has all the nostalgic allure of a traditional freestanding cast iron bath without any of the drawbacks.

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legant freestanding baths from Clearwater are now stocked in depth at Claygate. Made from a material that is robust, stain resistant and warm to the touch, the Natural Stone baths, like the popular Lacrima, are ideal for the customer who wants to create an impact in the bathroom. Other contemporary and classic styles from Clearwater include the Serendipity and Classic models in acrylic.

Also new and in stock is a large selection of ClearGreen baths. ClearGreen specialises in eco-friendly, ergonomic products. The baths are made from 30 percent recycled material and will encourage customers to be more

environmentally conscious. ClearGreen explains that the construction of their baths is influenced by the theory and practice of ergonomics. Through research, practitioners of New Ergonomics believe that comfort happens when an equal amount of work is performed by complementary muscle referred to as ‘tonus’. The baths are designed to have the angle between the back and leg, between 115 degrees and 135 degrees, to help the bather to relax more and regain energy faster.

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boosting wellbeing - underlining the point that the bathroom is the perfect place to relax - and bang in line with the trend for what the Sunday Times recently called the Spathroom.

Claygate also stocks sanitaryware, furniture and brassware from Britton Bathrooms. This includes collections such as Cube S20 and the Narrow Wall Hung Cloakroom range. The Narrow Wall Hung Cloakroom collection is chic and space saving - emphasising that there is no need to compromise on style in a smaller bathroom. The furniture is available in a range of calming shades - a more interesting alternative to basic white.

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Reduced depth makes the Narrow Wall Hung cloakroom range from Britton Bathrooms perfect for smaller spaces.

Claygate will be hosting an invite-only open day on the 15th May, where products from Clearwater, ClearGreen and Britton Bathrooms will be showcased to customers. The company says that it is proud to add these beautiful products to its extensive stock.

The shapely Serendipity boudoir bath from Clearwater is at home in either a traditional or a modern interior.

Additionally, with an attentive eye on the greener aspects of creating products like these, Claygate is confident that customers will be encouraged to do their bit for the environment, as well as enjoying the bathroom.

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Claygate is looking forward to working with these manufacturers and presenting a new approach to creating the perfect bathroom space.

More information: 01622 833633 www.claygate.co.uk

Cube S20 sanitaryware from Britton Bathrooms picks up on the fashion for geometric shapes.

es at claygate ClearGreen The ergonomically designed Enviro bath from ClearGreen provides bathing comfort.

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The new Grandera bathroom collection from Grohe.

The brand values of quality, technology, design and responsibility constitute the driving force behind Grohe‘s new slogan, “Pure Freude an Wasser”. Its new range of Minta Touch and Grohe Blue® taps have been designed, developed and quality checked in Germany to ensure the highest possible standards.

0871 200 3414 www.grohe.co.uk

the forecast from N Although the weather wasn’t on our side, innovation was at this year’s ISH.

othing could put people off visiting this year’s ISH, despite the efforts of the late onset of winter across Europe. Over 190,000 visitors from around the world took to the halls to see the latest kitchen and bathroom innovations from global leading manufacturers.

I like to find myself in the midst of new trends and innovation. But, amid the mirage of high gloss whites and stainless steel, something a little different caught my eye: nostalgia.

Not normally something you associate with a German manufacturer, Grohe was keen to promote its heritage. Known in the industry for its sleek, no-nonsense kitchen and bathroom products, it’s loosened the shackles and, for the first time, I’ve seen its softer side. Grohe’s extensive new tap portfolio and bathroom range, whilst staying in keeping with contemporary trends, blend timeless aesthetics with sentimental allusions. The new Grandera bathroom collection particularly caught my eye, as its design paid homage to an age of

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grandeur long past. It seems the taps were inspired by the elegant and instantly recognisable lines of the Eiffel Tower.

The theme continued as I stepped onto the Burgbad stand. Iconic shapes and timeless lines were in abundance as I journeyed through its new and extensive RC40 range of bathroom solutions. I was certainly drawn in by designer Mark Sadler’s unique Conceptwall. I was told the notion behind it was the answer to integrated living. What seemed from the outset to be a very contemporary solution, which defined the look and feel of a room through the elements, also has a timeless side – an essential feature that remains throughout his designs.

But what would an exhibition be if it were not imaginative and dynamic? Buyers certainly had the cream of the crop this year, with hundreds of manufacturers launching new and unique products to market. Artiqua, known for its Germanic, synchronised bathrooms, introduced its cement sink prototype at the show. Whilst I

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One hundred years of Dallmer and, naturally, there were celebrations were on the stand. Presenting the new CeraWall P and CeraWall S drainage system, Dallmer remains popular for its linear and point drainage systems that offer neat visual details of transition from floor to wall.

01787 248244 www.dallmer.com

Designed for architects and specifiers, this 10mm prototype concrete washbasin is definitely a style-statement.

01661 842304 www.inhouseuk.net www.artiqua.de Burgbad launched an innovative modular bathroom system based around the washstand. The timeless design by Marc Sadler combines the efficiency of a professionally planned bathroom with a lifestyle feel.

01604 844133 www.burgbad.com

om ish couldn’t see this being a big hit in every home, specifiers and architects at the designer end of the market will undoubtedly sit up and take note. Japanese bathroom manufacturer TOTO has also released yet another innovative design – the self-cleaning toilet. RAK continues to enthuse the market with its range of dynamic bathroom suites, but Dallmer, the family-run shower drainage company stole the show. Celebrating its 100th birthday, there was partying on the stand, as well as the launch of two new drainage systems.

When the industry is struggling, it’s inspiring to see a company evolving and adapting to keep its position in the market 100 years on.

Frankfurt airport may have been closed and flights from around the globe cancelled, which will certainly have had an effect on visitor numbers, but ISH remains an unmissable event. And for those who did make it between the snowstorms, it was an exciting and inspirational show.

Counting down to ISH in March 2015!

Japanese bathroom manufacturer TOTO, launched its Washlet at this year’s ISH. It incorporates TOTO’s latest developments and surpasses existing hygiene and comfort standards. The new Washlets are truly innovative developments. In addition to the features available in all other TOTO Washlets, like the warm water spray for intimate cleansing, heated seat, dryer and odour-absorbing deodoriser, they offer two new self-cleaning technologies: Actilight and ewater+.

020 7831 7544 • www.toto.co.jp/en

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The new RainStream spray delivers a refreshing cascade of water which keeps its shape all the way to the ground on the Raindance Select E300 3jet overhead.

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Raindance Select E300 3jet Click on the 'Select' button to switch between hand shower and overhead or click the third button to activate the innovative RainStream jet on this Raindance Select E300 3jet Showerpipe.

shower delights After first launching 10 years ago, Raindance was revolutionising showering once again with its new Raindance Select at ISH 2013.

The new cylindrical design of Raindance Select S120 hand shower looks fresh and stylish in white and chrome.

Raindance Select S120 hand shower

Simply click 'Select' to switch between the aerated and non-aerated shower sprays (RainAir and Rain) or choose the refreshing Whirl massage jet.

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ow is the weather today? Us Brits love to talk about it but it often leaves our perception of precipitation somewhat clouded. Not ones to be put off by convention, Hansgrohe’s innovative range of weather-inspired Raindance showers, with its new range of features, were still a talking point at this year’s ISH, ten years after its initial launch.

The continuously evolving range, which has been designed to interpret rainfall patterns at the push of a button, transforms your water jets into droplets of gently pearling rain. Boasting a simple new push button 'select' operation, which lets you switch between functions with ease, the newly engineered collection, which was showcased at ISH, has enhanced its appeal, offering two unique spray sensations in one product.

New to the range, the Raindance Select offers the choice of gentle aerated RainAir and a forceful, effective Rain Shower spray.

Both delivered across the entire face of the shower, a powerful Whirl Massage Spray is also available for the hand shower. The novel Raindance Select E300 3jet overhead shower has been designed with rows of cascading shower nozzles that project the water in a uniform curtain which keeps its shape all the way down to the ground. This is switched on and off by a button on the thermostat.

Jan Heisterhagen, Head of Hansgrohe’s Product Management, says the range’s longevity has come from customer feedback.

“Here at Hansgrohe, we want our customers to enjoy spending time in their bathrooms.

We take an avid interest in customer feedback and we adapt this to create and transform our products.”

Working with its long-standing partners, Phoenix Design, to develop the Raindance range further, design has been integrated seamlessly with functionality. Available in allchrome or fresh dual chrome and white, new designs include square with softened corners and a timeless cylindrical design. Jan adds, “Both combine easily with other styles, suggesting the departure from minimalist styles in the next year.”

To find out more about the Raindance range, visit www.hansgrohe.co.uk or call 01372 465655.

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Created by designer Matteo Thun & Partners, the new Duravit bathroom range, the DuraStyle, was inspired by contemporary lifestyles. Looking for the overlap between product design, architecture and interior design, the bathroom series is deliberately understated and blends harmoniously into any environment. The narrow, elegant rim around the washbasin and the tapered outer edge that neatly slopes inward are characteristic of DuraStyle. The washbasin and toilet appear slender and understated - almost weightless. DuraStyle’s special lightweight properties are reflected in the furniture: a mix of open and closed surfaces gives the vanity units and console substructures, boards and cupboards a light and airy appearance. The combination of light and dark decors and wood shades create a visually stunning design and, with a modest price tag, it has a place in the home and in industry.

0845 500 7787 www.duravit.co.uk

the forecast from ish: 2013 style stakes Black is beautiful. The launch of Allure Brilliant in SuperBlack means that glossy black elegance has arrived in the Grohe Spa® collection. A brand new version of the Grohe StarLight® finish, the SuperBlack will feature both on faucets and showers, combining the timeless look of black with the robustness of a diamond. The complete product range, available in glossy SuperBlack, is distinguished by its precise shapes and its clarity of design, which bring a distinct air of sophistication to the modern bathroom. The new faucet owes its stylish look to the innovative CVD process. Chemical vapour deposition (CVD) expands the possibilities of physical vapour deposition (PVD) used in creating metallic GROHE StarLight® surfaces in gold and stainless steel.

0871 200 3414 www.grohe.co.uk

To celebrate Aquamass’ 35th anniversary, its designers are revisiting past creations to give them a little extra touch. In 2003, Matali Crasset created the Hi-Bath for the Hi-Hotel in Nice. A bath with a monolithic form, rectangular at the base it evolves sensually towards the top. It incorporates a range of fun extensions: folding table, magazine rack, tray and rug. For Aquamass’ birthday, it’s been refreshed with the Mini-Blue version and will be available in an exclusive shade of blue.

020 7586 9856 www.aquamass.com

Embracing individualism, Villeroy & Boch’s new bathroom collection, Joyce, offers homeowners the chance to adapt their bathrooms on a daily basis. Interchangeable bathroom accessories, cleverly named ‘Apps’, all feature a soft magnetic bottom to hold them firmly in place, letting you choose from a range of stackable dishes, vases and soap dishes.

Made from premium quality ceramic ware and available in six colours, the collection features basins with extra deep circular bowls and generous vanity tops, creating a stylish but functional space efficient design. Fitted with water-saving AquaReduct flush systems, all toilets, including the award-winning SlimSeat which features soft closing and quick release functions, use only 3/4.5 litres of water with every use. The wall-mounted toilet is equipped with the new SupraFix 2.0 mounting system, which makes installation even easier, quicker and more convenient.

020 8871 4028 www.villeroy-boch.co.uk

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German bathroom manufacturer, Bette, has launched its breakthrough minimal rim bath, the BetteLux. With a narrow rim width of only 8mm and available in three sizes, the new enamelled steel bath has been designed to offer a number of aesthetic and installation advantages.

It has a soft and fluid design that make it look and feel extremely comfortable, with the bath gently flowing upwards to a fine line. The fine rim can be installed in two ways. Firstly, it can be fitted with a panel under the rim, with only a very small rim visible, so that the bath integrates into the furniture of the room. Secondly, the design of the rim also means that the bath can be installed absolutely flush into a stone surface, as is popular in hotel rooms, without the problem of a gap between the bath and the stone.

Also available is the new, enamelled steel BetteLux washbasin which, with its soft and flowing line, works in keeping with the BetteLux range.

0844 800 0547 www.bette.co.uk

ISH saw the launch of Dansani’s new bathroom range which focused its design scope on room size and shape. This series offers cabinets in various depths, widths and heights and lots of matching accessories with the same exclusive design expression.

Part of the exclusive Calidris series, Danish furniture designers, Jeanette Vecht and Rasmus Kjær have updated Calidris, emphasising the minimalist expression of this series by adding new shapes and finishes. The new design is characterised by clean, yet striking lines.

To complete the look, Calidris offers numerous attractive elements and functional details including a large selection of accessories, matching mirrors and a variety of lighting options. The accessory range is designed as an integral part of Calidris and is available in the same materials and colours as the furniture elements.

0800 587 1725 • www.dansani.co.uk

the forecast from ish: 2013 style stakes Ideal Standard’s new space-saving Concept Space bathroom collection combines short projection basins, compact WCs and square baths that fit into small or awkward spaces.

When it comes to storage, the range is all about making the best use of available space, whether it’s behind or above the WC, below the basin or anywhere else in the bathroom. Wall hung and modular units help create a spacious, sophisticated and contemporary look, whilst a range of six finishes have been designed with minimal projection to make bathrooms look and feel spacious. To create maximum storage space, wall hung basin units combine soft close external deep drawers with soft close internal shallow drawers and basins can be wall mounted. A Concept Space storage range is also available.

01482 346461 www.ideal-standard.co.uk

The Cosentino Group showcased its new Silestone Bathroom Collection at ISH. Manufactured with Silestone® quartz surfaces that offer bacteriostatic properties, Cosentino has reinvented its take on the bathroom thanks to its custom-made, large format concept.

The Silestone quartz surfaces are manufactured to adapt to space, creating areas with very few pieces and in one material. The large format pieces mean that the joints are practically invisible, providing improved visual continuity and hygiene.

The exclusive washbasin mode, along with the Silestone® Integrity washbasin, is the first three dimensional product manufactured from one single piece of Silestone®. This model is offered in two families, ONE and DUE, that differ in their geometry. The DUE family consists of two sizes, large and small, and as is the case of all the other wash basin models from the collection, they are available with either one or two basins.

01452 651180 www.cosentino-group.net

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TaikaLine offers great flexibility when it comes to size.

Two-door cabinets are available from 70-120cm and three-door cabinets are available from 100-150cm.

Making its debut at ISH 2013, Schneider’s new range of LEDmirrored cabinets are set to brighten up your world.

lighten up with schneider B athrooms are constantly evolving to reflect customer trends. No longer content with the same as everyone else, consumers are looking at ways to create a bathroom that is unique to them, without having to make big and often expensive renovations.

Available to order in the UK from May, Schneider’s innovative TaikaLine mirror cabinets have been designed to give bathrooms an inimitable ambiance. Whilst offering a practical and continuous strip of light above the mirror, an integrated dimmer and touch sensitive sensor facilitate adjustment from 3500K to 4000K to create your perfect colour temperature and, in the process, customising the look and feel of your bathroom.

Designed with high-quality LED lights, the TaikaLine is made of anodised aluminium profiles that are available in a range of sizes from 70–150cm and a selection of two- and three-door designs.

For more details on how TaikaLine can transform bathroom ambience, visit www.schneider.com or contact Schneider (UK) on 01932 872137.

Customised light colour.

The colour temperature can easily be changed from 3500K (warm white) to 4000K (natural white).

Excellent room illumination.

Whether you want functional light or great atmosphere, anything is possible.

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The new Cayono creates an inviting atmosphere of well-being in your bathroom, whatever the size.

SECURE PLUS As a world first, Secure Plus is the new anti-slip surface finish for steel enamelled shower surfaces that is virtually invisible. Available in the selected matt colours of Kaldewei’s Coordinated Colours Collection, it is an easy-to-clean, safe choice even for bathrooms with stringent standards of safety and hygiene.

making waves For 90 years, Kaldewei’s bathroom products have certainly stood the test of time. Now in its fourth generation, we take a closer look at its timeless designs and future-proof technology on show at ISH 2013.

The Sound Wave acoustic bath. The first bath audio system introduced by Kaldewei to enhance the experience of relaxation by adding a new dimension. Sound Wave can be combined with all Kaldewei bath models.

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ith over 90 years experience in bathroom design, Kaldewei is a pioneer in bathroom culture.

Devoted to the combination of steel and enamel, its presence at ISH 2013 was certainly memorable. Illustrating its journey over 60 years of shower history, Kaldewei’s longevity unfolded on stand and led the way to its new and innovative product ranges.

A world first was amongst the four innovative bathroom concepts launched at the show. The seamless Secure Plus, made of a quartz sand mix, is a new anti-slip surface finish for its 3.5mm steel enamelled shower surfaces, which ensures durable safety and comfort underfoot. Designed to stay in keeping with Kaldewei’s continuous blend of design and functionality, it is virtually invisible and available in selected matt colours from Kaldewei’s Coordinated Colours Collection.

Nicole Roesler, Head of Marketing at Kaldewei, says a clear understanding of what customers want is essential when developing new product lines. “Customers require a mix of aesthetics and comfort with expectations and functionality.”

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ooze style and practicality. Whilst the Puro Duo offers a symmetrical shape and ergonomic design, the Cayono features clever space-saving outer dimensions and a generous interior. With steep sides and a completely flat base, it allows safe footing for showering whilst retaining its iconic and desirable shape.

Never one to shy away from technology, Kaldewei launched Sound Wave, the first audio system designed exclusively for Kaldewei bathrooms. With the bath acting as the sound box, the Bluetooth-enabled system, which can be connected to phones, tablets and laptops, provides an audio experience with a difference, enhancing relaxation in or out of water.

Available to order in the UK from April, Kaldewei’s new range of groundbreaking products is set to grow. Nicole adds, “Kaldewei has played a key role in bathroom design, with purist designs and trendsetting technology perpetually setting milestones in modern bathroom culture. If this is what we have achieved in 90 years, just imagine what we can create in the future.”

To learn more about Kaldewei’s journey, call 0800 840 9770 or visit the website www.kaldewei.co.uk

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Bette has extended its award-winning flush to floor shower area with a new side outlet option, the BetteFloor Side. With an outlet to the side of the shower area, rather than in the centre, it offers a larger, uninterrupted standing area that gives more installation options. Available in 12 square and rectangular sizes, the BetteFloor Side is an enamelled steel shower area that, due to its continuous surface without joints, is easy to clean and hygienic.

Now bringing the BetteFloor range options to 60, there are 22 matt colours to choose from and over 1,000 other sanitaryware colours, offering easy integration with floor design. In addition to matt white and brilliant white there are five special worlds of colour, created to coordinate with popular floor choices.

0844 800 0547 www.bette.co.uk

wetrooms Has the bathroom been replaced by the wetroom as more people opt for stylish water-saving showering?

Launched at ISH 2013, Hüppe’s latest shower designs, the Elegance and the Enjoy Pure, are aimed at the growing mid-market segment. Both design styles offer a modern look and feel, whilst providing options to suit the interior and bathroom design. Both ranges are available in swing doors, swing doors with fixed segments, quadrants and a range of wetroom options. Optional anti-plaque treatment glass available.

0845 319 8334 www.hueppe.com

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n an age when many prefer to shower than bathe, it really has become a question of whether the bath is necessary at all. Many bathroom specialists, including AKW, Ideal Standard and Matki, have reported increasing popularity for the wetroom but why?

A wetroom can create space, add extra value to a property and offer numerous advantages to families whose homes need to be suitable for multigenerational use. It’s also a fantastic water saving device. The average output of a shower is 12 litres per minute; a five-minute shower saves 110 litres when compared to filling a bath each time, saving you £194 per year. But let’s not forget style versus practicality. It certainly looks the part – its simple, crisp lines give it the feel of a luxury spa hotel at a fraction of the cost and its installation time, when compared to many bathroom designs, is minimal.

The often-seamless design also offers quick and easy cleaning solutions and thanks to its generous style, it offers design-friendly features for the less able. With the combination of simplistic style and versatility, it’s certainly worth taking a closer look at the modern wetroom.

The new range of Aquablade shower heads from Vado have been designed to add a stylish minimalist touch to modern bathrooms. With the rim of the shower head measuring just 2mm thick, increasing to 5mm in the centre, it’s the thinnest in Vado’s collection.

The comprehensive range of easy clean chrome shower heads include: 8” (200mm), 12” (300mm), 16” (400mm) and 20” (500mm) round and square shower heads, as well as a 200 x 300mm oval shower head and a 200 x 300mm rectangular shower head. All of the shower heads can be fitted with an H2Eco flow regulator to reduce water usage, can be either ceiling or wall mounted and are all capable of operating at a low pressure of 0.5 bar.

01934 744466 www.vado-uk.com

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Dröm UK is known by many designers and architects as a specialist in luxury saunas, steam rooms and wet rooms, with its stunning portfolio of bespoke relaxation rooms now including refresh and rejuvenate zones to help reinvigorate and cool after exercise and during a sauna or steam experience.

The Refresh and Revitalise bespoke collections have been designed to bring a little luxury into your home. Whether it’s novel timber drench buckets for a blast of cold water, a timber plunge pool with removable ladders or an ice machine with ice chute, Dröm UK can cater for your every need. The outcome: a tranquil scene designed entirely around you.

01932 355655 www.dromuk.com

wetrooms Minimalist and sleek, Ideal Standards’ Synergy range of walk-in and wetroom panels is available in nine sizes to offer complete freedom in the creation of a full or partial wetroom installation. Even with limited space, the choice of panels and support brackets suitable for wetroom or shower tray installation could not be easier and all parts can be ordered separately. Manufactured from 8mm reinforced safety glass, the frameless panels have an innovative wall profile design which allows for a silicone free finish and offers clean lines for a sophisticated and contemporary bathroom.

Additionally, this new wall profile design makes installation quick and easy, allowing adjustments to be made to the glass both horizontally and vertically, avoiding tile joints and wall joists.

01482 346461 www.ideal-standard.co.uk

Designed for applications where gravity drainage is not possible, the Saniflo Showermatic peristaltic suction pump enables the installation of wet rooms and shower tray installations almost anywhere.

Activated by means of a gully sensor that starts the pump the moment water is sensed in the waste, it is ideal for wetrooms and other level access shower room applications. Pumping away twelve litres per minute, the easy to install pump is supplied with a standard shower tray. Waste options are available for 90mm diameter waste holes as well as sheet or tiled floors.

020 8842 0033 www.saniflo.co.uk

Worcestershire-based AKW has launched Larenco® Duo, a shower screen range that has been exclusively designed with two full height split glass doors, connected by a unique duo-link handle to lock the doors together. The split door option offers a convenient and multi-purpose solution for those requiring care assistance or, alternatively, it can act as a splashguard for parents bathing young children. For wheelchair users or for those requiring additional care when showering, the TriForm® is a new, easy-fit linear shower former that, whilst guaranteeing a watertight wet room, is capable of bearing weights of up to 40 stone. It also features a unique integral trough waste that maintains excellent water integrity without silicone.

01905 823298 www.akw-ltd.co.uk

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Matki has extended its existing EauZone Plus Collection to include a new wetroom panel with hinge panel. Combining the simplicity of a wetroom with the practicality of an enclosure, the wetroom panel includes a clever hinged panel which can be rotated 180 degrees to prevent water escaping the shower area. The panel also comes with an optional low level tray which can be sunk into the floor to achieve a flawless finish. Non-slip hinges hold the reassuringly solid 10mm safety glass panels in place and the panels are then innovatively recessed into the tray with a watertight seal, eliminating the need for silicone sealant.

01454 322888 www.matki.co.uk

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business news F&P Wholesale is celebrating its 45th birthday in 2013 with the opening of the new Bedford Distribution Centre. With a 60,000 square foot storage space. the new centre can hold even more stocks of F&P own label and branded products for the heating, plumbing and bathroom industries. Bedford joins nine other dedicated Distribution Centres in the UK to uphold the ‘one tomorrow’ service proposition. Call 0116 256 7380 or visit www.fpwholesale.co.uk for your nearest centre.

Ney’s new premises, following a devastating fire last summer, measure 45,000 square feet and include a contemporary office area, showroom and overflow warehouse. They are situated next door to its existing warehouse in Coventry. Building work is also underway on Ney’s new components showroom, designed exclusively for inhouse exhibitions and customer events. “We can now put this much needed extra space to good use and continue to develop our ranges even further,” said MD Gerd Ney, highlighting Ney’s new range of kitchen, bedroom and bathroom doors.

‘Showerlux is alive, and in stock’ is the message Ideal Bathrooms are pushing in an intensive campaign to win back loyal plumbers and installers now that the company has sole distribution rights for Showerlux Enclosures in the UK. A 44-page inspirational consumer brochure is being printed in addition to ‘not to be missed’ incentive promotion offers.

0800 634 2600 www.idealbathrooms.com

Building Adhesives Ltd (BAL) was formed in 1963 by tile manufacturers looking for a company to develop high-quality ‘new technology’ adhesives with comprehensive technical advice. Fifty years later, BAL is still leading the industry, offering quality products, industry training, RIBA-approved seminars and dealing with over 50,000 queries to the BAL Technical Advisory Service annually.

The new display from Bushboard unites M-Stone quartz and Encore solid surface brands with pull-out samples and retail brochures. A sample presenter case is also available with a 16-page lifestyle brochure for the M-Stone range. The stand is free of charge to any retailer and free training days are also available.

01933 232272 www.bushboard.co.uk

Claire Lambertt has been promoted to the enhanced role of Brand Director for the Showerwall brand. Her new role will include wider commercial responsibilities as well as product development, distribution and brand management.

Neil Conway is the new Sales and Marketing Manager at Burbidge, the kitchen frontals and accessories manufacturer, as the company expands.

Home Boost from Salamander Pumps has received full WRAS approval. The easy to install, efficient to operate system was always WRAS compliant but now it is official, giving added confidence to installers and householders. A solution to low mains pressure and flow, Home Boost was a finalist in the Plumbing Industry Awards (PIA) because of its innovation and design.

After its Force range and Home Boost won WRAS approval, the management team at Salamander Pump has been strengthened too. Gareth Richards, Technical Director (left) and National Accounts Manager Sophie Twiggs (right) have joined, together with Simon Platts, Business Development Manager (North), Claire Thompson, Office and Marketing Manager and Simon Scott, IT Manager.

With a new series of innovative products on the way, the recruitment drive may not stop there.

Michelle Gorringe-Smith is the new Marketing Director for the UK and Ireland at Indesit Company UK, responsible for the Hotpoint, Indesit and Cannon by Hotpoint brands.

Barnado’s benefitted by more than £14,000 thanks to fundraising by Ideal Bathrooms last year. Every delivery of the month’s sponsored products raised .25p and there were local events whilst over £5,000 came from the ascent of Ben Nevis by a joint team from Ideal Bathrooms and IDS. Shown is Richard Taylor, Danielle Lillis and Mark Smedley.

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