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MUST-HAVE Kitchen Technology

BEST of BRITISH

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At Home with Ideal Bathrooms

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February 2015 K

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MUST-HAVE Kitchen Technology

4. Living in Colour Don't be afraid to colour with Nolte.

BEST of BRITISH

6. Paint Appeal

Live in colour with NOLTE

At Home with Ideal Bathrooms

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PLUS Laundry Painted Kitchens Traditional Bathrooms Back to wall & Wall-Hung and much more

Cover: The MOTUS handleless kitchen range with Fluida wall-mounted system from Scavolini. Pictured with Light Grey gloss and Iron Grey matt lacquered door fronts and Vintage Oak veneered breakfast bar.

0039 0721 443333 www.scavolini.com

Painted kitchens are taking inspiration from contemporary trends.

8. Capacity is King When it comes to laundry appliances, size matters.

10. Tomorrow’s World, Today K&BJ look at some of the most advanced products on the market.

12. Best of British Britain's best kitchen and bathroom products.

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.

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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

20. Editor’s Bathroom Choice 22. Back to Bathrooms An opening for back to wall and wall-hung furniture to shine.

24. Wall to Wall Success Pelipal announces record-breaking sales.

26. Vanity Matters A flexible approach to design from RAK Ceramics.

28. Lecico Bathrooms Roxton and Senner join Lecico’s bathroom offering.

30. Showering Praise Innovative shower products for the home.

32. At Home with Showerlux A growing house market strengthens shower sales.

33. A Traditional Take Step back in time with nostalgic bathroom design.

36. Business News

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hoice 1. Salice has launched a bespoke service for its Eclipse pocket door system.

Individually manufactured to meet specific cabinet dimensions, the ‘one box solution’ will provide simple installation. Suitable for use with individual door weights up to 30kg, Eclipse features an assisted soft-close door return mechanism and a door opening safety device.

01480 413831 • www.saliceuk.co.uk 2. New for 2015, Leicht kitchen’s sliding door storage system, shown here in Pur FS/Topos, hides away clutter. Combined with white handleless fronts and internal lights, the madeira ash wood veneer offers sleek design.

07802 402921 • www.leicht.com/en 3. Kessebohmer has launched the Convoy Premio larder, exclusively available through PWS. Benefits include customised, height adjustable shelves, glass sides and removable fronts and sides. Doors can be opened to 135 degrees and suit 600mm wide cabinets. 100kg loading capacity.

01325 505555 • www.pws.co.uk 4. Firebird Heating Solutions has introduced a 1020mm-wide multi-fuel version of its oil fired range cooker. It incorporates a heating boiler with an efficiency of up to 80%, providing a high heat output of up to 15kW. Suitable for use with wood or Ancit smokeless coal.

01752 691177 • www.firebirdrangecookers.com 5. Reginox has launched the Centurio Series. Manufactured from 0.9 stainless steel, all sinks feature a linear-style draining board, whilst a deep 180mm bowl ensures plenty of space for washing up. Centurio comes in five different sizes and combinations, including a single bowl and drainer, 1.25 bowl and drainer and 1.5 bowl and drainer. Accessories available.

01260 280033 • www.reginox.co.uk 6. Hettich’s new Quadro 4D full-extension drawer runner offers tool-less adjustment in four dimensions - horizontal, vertical, depth and tilt. Its design removes the need for a door damper: simply minimise the drawer front gap without letting the front panel contact the carcass.

0161 872 9552 • www.hettich.com/en 7. PWS has enhanced its granite collection with Silver Waves, a finish that combines a mix of colours and rich veining. It joins PWS’s range of 26 granite options and is available in a polished or leathered finish. The leathered option has a distinct, tactile appeal adding further depth to the mix of colours.

01325 505522 • www.pwsworksurfaces.co.uk

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Frame Lack A07 - Lava soft mat.

Frame Lack A13. Rosehip soft mat.

From left to right: Papyrus Grey, Quartz Grey, Opal, Emerald.

Don’t be afraid to colour with Nolte’s Mat Lacquer Concept.

Soft Lack 76A - Arctic White soft mat.

Soft Lack 76Q - Quarz Grey soft mat.

LIVING IN COLOUR D o you dare to colour? It has been said that the British market shies away from using colour in the kitchen. Alternative colourways that have historically taken Europe by storm have failed to emulate such desire in the UK. But why are Brits scared of colour? Perhaps it’s not the idea of using colour to create a design statement in the kitchen that panics the British consumer, but the way it is used.

It’s certainly been food for thought for German manufacturer Nolte Küchen, who understands the influence colour has when designing a room. Taking a fresh approach to using colour in the home, Nolte has launched a unique colour concept, which takes the uncertainty out of using different tones.

Made up of 16 soft colours, the new Mat Lacquer Concept has been divided into two palettes - Castle, which boasts cool tones and Home, which offers warmer shades. The complementary palettes can be combined or individually used to create distinctive colour combinations to personalise a kitchen. Pairing suggestions are also offered along the way to help you achieve a desirable look.

Available with four traditional and modern soft mat lacquered door ranges - SOFT LACK, FRAME LACK, CONTOUR LACK and WINDSOR LACK - you can complete the look and create a smooth transition from kitchen to living area with the use of matching plinths, panels and co-ordinated open shelves.

UK Country Manager Richard Pedgrift adds, “The Mat Lacquer Concept is so versatile, yet so simple. It offers a flexible marketing tool that gives designers and end customers an opportunity to create a dream kitchen tailored to their home.”

For more information call 01707 290444 or visit www.nolte-kitchens.com

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As a leading supplier in this area we offer any colour high gloss, painted wood and matt painted finishes. This means your clients will have an infinite choice of colour to choose from when specifying their painted kitchen. Marpatt painted ranges are finished by us in house with rapid turn around for complete kitchen orders and remedials.

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BA’s Verona vinyl door is one of 25 styles in the Bella Range. Suitable for hand or spray painting, it is available on a lead-time of eight working days. Pictured in Bronze Red and Deep Space Blue from the Little Greene Paint Company range.

01302 890555 • www.byba.co.uk

Paint Appeal MARKET INSIGHT How have sales for painted furniture developed over the last two years?

The demand for painted kitchens has remained robust over the past 2 years; natural wood is still a popular material for cabinetry, as it is durable, ages well and looks good, but consumers still want to make a colourful design statement.

Can painted finishes be used in a contemporary setting or does recent demand reflect the trend for classic design?

Classic design is an enduring trend, as it’s a timeless style that is both functional and attractive, and painted kitchens suit that aesthetic; deep colours like red and purple look great in traditional, country style kitchens, especially when offset with natural woods and cream or black work-surfaces.

However, painted kitchens can also complement a more contemporary setting; bright colours in high gloss finishes, such as lime green, blue, lilac or pink add a burst of life to any room. Teaming this with glass, mirrored or polished metal accents creates a striking aesthetic. A monochrome colour scheme, with a high-gloss finish, is also a modern twist on a painted kitchen.

What are the latest colours and materials available in the painted kitchen market?

New neutrals, such as light greys, greybeiges and soft sage greens, are the latest colours in the painted kitchen market.

Woods such as Character Oak, American White Oak, American Wild Cherry and Maple provide a great contrast to painted, coloured accents in the kitchen. Solid oaks and natural timbers are also popular durable

materials for painted cabinetry.

When it comes to texture, consumers can choose between a smooth painted effect or enhanced grain, using a brushing technique to reveal the natural timber beneath the surface – both are proving to be popular choices to incorporate painted colour into a design.

How do you see the market for painted finishes developing over the next two years?

We expect the market for painted kitchens to remain steady, with consumers continuing to choose kitchens that combine natural wood cabinetry that is painted. We also expect to see a wider range of colours chosen and bespoke painting services to become a must for manufacturers.

Adrian Stoneham Managing Director, Stoneham Kitchens.

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1. Masterclass Kitchens has introduced five new natural tones to its range of painted colours Biscuit, Light Blue, Light Grey, Heritage Grey, Dust Grey - and a Primed finish ready for painting on site. Eight ranges now offer this extended colour palette, including the Solva, pictured.

01443 449 499 • www.masterclasskitchens.co.uk 2. Darwin from Stoneham - pictured in Cashmere with an aubergine splashback - offers a solid-frame kitchen design in eight different oak and walnut finishes. Featuring integral recessed handles, the kitchen offers a modern look with classic design. Bespoke painting service also available.

020 8300 8181 • www.stoneham-kitchens.co.uk 3. Marpatt’s newly expanded standard colour palette has been joined by an any-colour product range that includes hi-gloss, matt painted and wood painted. Its in-house joinery can generate specially sized matching panels to meet customer requirements, whilst short lead-times on main orders are guaranteed.

0116 274 3943 • www.marpatt.co.uk 4. British designer Humphrey Munson has launched The Nickelby, its classic-contemporary inframe kitchen cabinetry range. Featuring a combination of painted cupboards and natural wood accents, it’s handcrafted from tulipwood, with birchwood ply carcasses and accompanied by traditional dovetail drawers. Unlimited paint options available.

01371 821300 • www.humphreymunson.co.uk 5. TKC’s Cartmel hand-painted doors, available on a two to three week lead time, come in 15 neutral and earthy colours. Hand-painted bespoke colour options, which can be colourmatched to any shade of the customer’s choice, are also available on a three-week lead time.

0161 336 3636 • www.tkcomponents.co.uk 6. Ellis Furniture’s Mondrian 1891 Collection in Fossil and Thistle offers a modern take on the painted kitchen. Available in a choice of 21 colours with a mixture of real wood finishes, hundreds of cabinet sizes are available within three weeks.

01484 514212 • www.ellisfurniture.co.uk

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Capacity is King

When it comes to laundry appliances, size matters.

1 MARKET INSIGHT What are the latest laundry appliances and utility-inspired products on the market?

Consumers are looking more than ever to invest in their major appliances, making a decision on design that incorporates not only aesthetics, but the level of function and build quality too. The rise in energy prices has seen increasing numbers of consumers coming around to the benefits of investing in the long-term savings of the most intelligent, electronically controlled machines that offer reduced resource consumption and a long term saving.

Alongside efficient energy ratings, consumers are taking notice of intelligent technology that not only reduces resource consumption but makes life easier too.

Blanca Castro Category Manager, Maytag, UK and Ireland.

With energy and water saving products available on mass, what other features can make a laundry room appliance stand out?

There is certainly a significant trend

towards larger capacity; helping consumers to reduce the number of washes per week, keeping time spent on household chores in check, and reducing the ever-increasing energy bill. Models with bigger drums have helped drive the market value with over three quarters of the washing machine market value now generated by those with a drum capacity of 7kg and above, according to Gfk July 2013 to June 2014.

Neil Austin Trade Marketing Manager, Whirlpool UK. How can manufacturers and retailers educate consumers on the right choice for them?

The retailer can help consumers realise the great savings they can make on running costs, resources and time by investing in appliances that offer a long-term advantage against the rising cost of utility bills. Inform the consumer of the running costs of an efficient appliance and compare these against other brands and older appliances too.

Capacity is important. It’s an easy sell with the consumer readily buying into the fact that washing more, less often will save time and money.

Demonstrations are imperative in showrooms. Choose manufacturers and models that have a demo programme on the machine and preferably a top of the range model, so you can demonstrate the very best. It is easier for the consumer to buy-in to programmes and benefits if they see it demonstrated and can appreciate the value. Having an appliance wired for demonstrations allows the consumer to experience the machine too.

Neil Austin Trade Marketing Manager, Whirlpool UK. How do you see the market for laundry products developing over the next two years?

Just as the consumer lifestyle is constantly evolving, so too must the functionality of our household appliances, while continuing to relieve the strain placed on our resources, our wallets and our time. Connected appliances offer innovation resulting in greater lifestyle benefits and crucial eco improvements, with genuine upsell opportunities for the electrical retailer.

Blanca Castro Category Manager, Maytag, UK and Ireland.

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kitchen & bathroom journal february 2015 • 9 1. The Zanussi ZDH8333W tumble dryer offers an 8kg drying capacity with XXL door and drum for bigger loads. With an energy rating of A+, its AutoOff function automatically switches off the machine when done and its HeatPump technology offers gentler drying temperatures.

08445 610 645 • www.zanussi.co.uk 2. V-ZUG‘s 8kg Adora SLQ WP washing machine has an energy efficiency rating which beats A+++ and spinning efficiency A. Using 0 Watts when in its standby mode, sensors modify the water and power accordingly to each load. A Sprint programme also allows laundry to be cleaned at 40ºC in 35 minutes.

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3. The Maytag MWA10149WH washing machine with 10kg capacity and electronic IntelliSense® technology has a silent induction motor for a silent wash. The dosing aid will recommend detergent usage per cycle and eco monitor will tell you before you begin each cycle the energy usage of the programme. Minimal noise level of 53-75 dBA. 0844 499 0101 • www.maytag.co.uk 4. Miele’s new PowerWash 2.0 programme uses a precise load dependent circulation pump combined with a special drum rhythm to ensure an economical wash for both full and smaller loads. Combined with Miele’s Spin & Spray, it uses multiple short spins in the main wash for better wetting and drenching of the laundry.

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“The Washing category is currently worth £698 million with large capacity washing machines - 7kg and above up 11% year on year, in volume.”

5. The AZA 9791 9kg tumble dryer from Whirlpool features an efficient A+ energy rating whilst boasting a new 3D dynamic airflow system which blows heat through the lifters, to improve drying. Whirlpool's 6th SENSE technology senses, controls and adapts the drying throughout the cycle.

0344 815 8989 • www.whirlpool.co.uk

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SieMatic integrates multimedia into the kitchen. Individually designed, it can feature built-in screens that are placed into splashbacks or units (as shown) to be used as a TV or computer. It can also incorporate the S1 SmartBoard strip that allows control of all electronic gadgets in the kitchen including appliances, lighting and sound.

0161 246 6010 • info@siematic.co.uk • www.siematic.co.uk

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Tomorrow’s World, Today

This Kook kitchen is a haven of technology. Designed to hide-away, rolling shutters reveal LED edged shelves and a host of gadgets including a builtin hood, hob and camouflaged sink. info@rastellicucine.it www.rastellicucine.it

Edging ever closer to the iKitchen, K&BJ look at some of the most advanced products on the market.

MARKET INSIGHT

costs and a positive environmental impact.

Is the desire for technology in the kitchen all about making life easier or is there more behind it?

As the kitchen is increasingly becoming the social hub of the home, it is important for kitchen appliances to not only be easier and intuitive to use, but also to eliminate the hard work and make household duties less of a chore. Importantly it is essential that the appliance also does the ‘thinking’ too, monitoring, adapting and controlling the processes to ensure that the consumer attains excellent results when cooking, cooling, dishwashing and washing, with the minimum of effort, a reduction in running

Which aspect of technology is attracting most consumer attention?

When it comes to buying household appliances, low energy and water consumption are important. Technology that ensures minimal resource use, and therefore offers the consumer savings on utility bills is very attractive to consumers, and this is something that the customer is willing to invest in. Alongside this we are seeing consumers attracted to intelligent ovens that offer a host of pre-set recipes and intuitive control that monitors and adapts the cooking process without the consumer having to think about it.

How do you see the market for technology in the kitchen developing over the next two years?

With 61 per cent of the adult population in the UK owning a smartphone, kitchen appliance companies are now allowing the consumer to connect their smartphone to their kitchen appliances. The future is all about connectivity. Current trends show that the demand for connectivity is growing exponentially all around the world. This illustrates a collective desire to connect all devices together and share content in a way that is transparent to the user.

Neil Austin Trade Marketing Manager, Whirlpool UK.

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Tomorrow’s World 1. Franke has upped the ante with its Sinos FSN 908 BK A-CH wallmounted extractor hood. Packed with feature-rich technology, its eight operating speeds are operated by a ‘touchscreen’ control system. A 24hour ventilation function keeps the kitchen fresh and its 270W brushless motor boasts an auto cut-off function.

0161 436 6280 • www.franke.co.uk

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2. Connectivity at Whirlpool will be powered by 6th Sense® Live technology. Each appliance will be connected through Wi-fi, enabling users to access and check their smart appliances from anywhere. These products will be capable of providing the consumer with information about their energy consumption, tips for better usage and diagnostic.

Pictured: iXelium 6th Sense® chimney hood.

020 8649 5000 • www.whirlpool.co.uk 3. The Combi-Steam XSL oven from V-ZUG has climate control system sensors. The BakeOmatic function uses an actively controlled ventilation valve and a sensor system to intelligently cook meals. The user simply specifies a food type and the oven automatically measures how much food is in the oven, the cooking time and temperature needed.

0843 289 5759 • www.vzug.co.uk 4. One for budding chefs, Neff’s new range of ovens come with VarioSteam, a full steam function. Providing steam at three differing intensity levels for baking, roasting or reheating, it is ideal for the health-conscious consumer.

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, Today Bosch technology takes the guesswork out of cooking. PerfectRoast features include a three-point temperature probe to ensure food is cooked to your specific taste. Patented Bosch 4D Hotair technology evenly distributes heat across all levels and the new IC6 range includes an oxygen sensor that measures humidity, informing users when a bake is done.

0344 892 8979 • www.bosch-home.co.uk

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Bring out your patriotic side with Pushka’s London Underground Line handles. With over 400 designs suitable for cupboard doors and drawers, the personalised designs are inset into a metal base. Next day delivery available.

020 3056 7556 • www.pushkaknobs.com

BEST OF BRITISH MARKET INSIGHT What are the benefits of manufacturing in the UK and what unique selling points does this create?

The benefit to sourcing a truly British product is that you enjoy greater control and more comprehensive communication regarding both supply and design. Rather than a mass-produced product that can be found in any residential property, Britishmade items allow the end user to get off the production line and create a product that is more suited to individual style and taste. In every sense of the word, a British brand will go over and above the ‘standard’ buying experience with greater resources always to hand. Not only is more time spent with the individual by one-to-one client consultation, but the brand itself invests greater manpower, more specialised methods and expertise to ensure the British purchase can be delivered upon.

Tom Long Sales Manager, Aestus.

Why should consumers buy British?

We all know that buying British rather than looking overseas can boost the economy, safeguard jobs and generate growth in employment. Of course, there’s also the

issue of patriotism - it’s good to feel pride in this country and the products it creates.

But a greater advantage - and one you may not even have considered - is that choosing a British-manufactured product over one from a foreign country can be of major benefit to the environment. When goods are shipped from the Far East, for instance, their environmental impact is much more serious than if the same items were produced in the UK, due to the amount of CO2 used to transport them.

Given that the UK government has pledged to reduce our carbon emissions by 80% on 1990 levels by 2050, it’s important that we all play a part and try to be that little bit more ‘green’ - and buying British is one way this can be achieved.

Matt Rotherham Commercial Director, J Rotherham.

Does “Made in Britain” influence consumer decisions?

According to a recent survey carried out by the manufacturers’ organisation EEF, (formerly the Engineering Employers’ Federation), 72% of UK consumers stated that they prefer to buy goods that have been manufactured in Britain.

Furthermore, 91% agree that manufacturing is essential for UK economic growth. With such strong demand and support from consumers who

want to buy locally, manufacturers must make it easy for them to identify products manufactured in the UK. The ‘Made in Britain’ campaign and its marque help manufacturers to draw consumers’ attention to their UK-made goods both at home and worldwide.

Stephanie McFarlane Marketing Co-ordinator UK, Ireland & Central Europe, Formica Group.

How do you see the market for best of British products developing over the next two years?

Historically, Germany manufacturers led in the forefront of design. However, we are noticing a shift, and British manufacturers are pushing ahead in terms of design and technology. The cold, clean, contemporary kitchens associated with German manufacturers are no longer what customers demand, they want something to sit within the heart of the home, something they can personalise and have their way. We expect British manufacturing to continue growth. Government backed programmes such as MAS funding and Growth Accelerator are also encouraging this growth by supporting businesses contributing to manufacturing in the UK. Simon Bodsworth Managing Director, Daval Furniture.

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Made in England, the Provence Country Bridge Mixer with crosshead handles and pull-out spray hand rinse has been designed to cope with low water pressures, effective with just 1 bar (15psi) of pressure. Pictured in Pewter it has a flexible hose with a standard length of 120cm.

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F BRITISH A selection of top British kitchen products.

1. Britain’s oldest range cooker manufacturer, Rangemaster, has launched the 110cm Nexus. Featuring a bread-proving drawer, it appeals to the budding baker. The Nexus comes in four colours including black, stainless steel, white and slate and is available in 90cm and 110cm widths.

0800 804 6261 • www.rangemaster.co.uk 2. Ashbourne, the Ash shaker from Masterclass Kitchens, incorporates classic detailing and a subtle paint palette to create a modern classic. Available in 15 painted finishes and a primed option ready for painting on site, it is pictured in light grey and dust grey.

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Available in two sizes - 600 and 800.

01254 775111 • www.shawsofdarwen.com 4. Axiom® by Formica Group’s Bali Wood Finewood breakfast bar with White Matte58 worktop offers detailed wood graining in Finewood. Textured, it gives a natural wood finish.

0800 376 2976 • www.axiomworktops.com

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BEST OF 1. Vogue’s Vivid towel warmer is manufactured from the highest quality brass.

Available in six sizes, the smallest measuring H 750mm x W 450mm x D 93mm, and the largest measuring H 1550mm x W 650mm x D 93mm, it provides a maximum heat output of 303 Watts/1034 Btu/hr.

01902 387000 • www.vogueuk.co.uk 2. Established in 1861, Thomas Crapper is known for its classic British style. The Marlbrough Bath has been created using a unique Iso-enamel material which provides the look of traditional fireclay. Made to order in white with polished brass, nickel plate or chromium plate brassware.

01789 450522 • www.thomas-crapper.com 3. British Ceramic Tile’s new high definition (HD) slate collection fuses together the real look of slate with the added benefits of a ceramic tile. Easy to install, hardwearing and waterproof, it requires no special sealing or maintenance unlike natural stone. Available in four neutral shades, the range offers a plain slate-effect wall tile measuring 25 x 50cm, together with a split-face mosaic measuring 25 x 50cm.

01626 831391 • www.britishceramictile.com

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4. Manufactured in Hampshire, Woodstock Furniture’s bespoke bathroom cabinets have been designed using a circular motif with amber glass handles. The cabinets are finished in a neutral, spray-painted tone, as opposed to being hand-painted, which makes them more durable.

020 8876 0131 • www.woodstockfurniture.co.uk 5. Samoa from Aestus is available in White, Anthracite, Quartz and Ancient Bronze and measures H 1800mm x W 496mm x D 56mm. Measuring 1800mm high and a depth of 49mm, it is suitable for closed circuit systems and comes with a 10-year guarantee.

01902 387080 • www.aestus.co.uk 6. Bushboard’s Nuance range of bathroom laminate wall panels ensure a 100% water-impervious surface thanks to its jointed and finished without any extrusions.

Twenty-five designs and five size options that measure 2420mm high are available.

Pictured: Dolce Vita True Scale.

01933 232272 • www.bushboard.co.uk 7. The Toulouse double-ended bath from Victoria and Albert offers contemporary design influenced strongly by traditional features. Measuring H 717mm x W 800mm x L 1808mm, it is made out of one piece of QUARRYCAST® - an alternative to cast iron and acrylic - and hand finished.

01952 221100 • www.vandabaths.com

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Editor’s Bathroom 1. Available from Roper Rhodes, the new SVSET50 Henley dual function exposed shower system operates on a minimum pressure of 0.5 bar. It features a thermostatic sequential shower valve and height-adjustable rigid riser rail with separate flow control to the 200mm brass showerhead and single function brass shower handset.

01225 303900 • www.roperrhodes.co.uk 2. The Series 8 Colour range from Merlyn is available with a choice of 4 colour finishes: Matt Black, Matt White, Bright Chrome and Gold. Available as a sliding door (1200mm and 1400mm) with side panel options (800mm and 900mm) the look can be completed with gold look brassware.

00353 56 779 1555 • www.merlynshowering.com 3. Laufen has introduced a new washbasin and furniture unit to its Palace collection. Available in widths of 900mm and 1200mm, the washbasin and complementary furniture is available as a made to measure option. Soft-close drawers feature integrated handles and the curved door conceals storage space.

01530 510007 • www.uk.laufen.co.uk 4. Sensio’s IP44 rated Neptune COB LED Over Mirror T-Bar light features COB (Chip on Board) technology for a longer lifespan and higher light output.

Measuring L 300mm x W 30mm x H 53mm, the 300mm head ensures an even illumination. White and warm LEDs available.

0845 591 9691 • www.sensio.co.uk

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5. JIS’s Dual Fuel Kits allow you to heat your towel rail electrically when your central heating is turned off. Comprised of an electric element and chrome plated t-piece. they allow the element and central heating valve to be connected to one side.

01444 831200 • www.sussexrange.co.uk 6. The Liskeard countertop washbasin from Bagno Design features a bronze finish to create a traditional show-stopper. Combine this with Princess Nouveau brassware available in a choice of finishes including gold, bronze, copper, brushed nickel or chrome - to complete the look.

020 7553 6999 • www.bagnodesign.co.uk 7. Saniflo has launched a new version of its Traymatic, a low profile shower tray. Now available with anti-slip flooring, ramps, a round waste, plus an optional shower seat and measuring just 5.3cm high, it can be used in domestic and commercial settings.

020 8842 0033 • www.saniflo.co.uk 8. PJH Group has launched the Aspen enclosures range. It offers two frameless walkin options. The standard wetroom panel is available in two sizes, 1000 or 1200mm wide, with a height of 1950mm. Alternatively the wetroom panel is available with a 300mm rotatable splash panel (as pictured) available in 800, 900, 1000 or 1200mm widths.

0800 877 88 99 • www.bathroomstolove.co.uk

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Cosentino is launching two new washbasins, Silence (shown) and Reflection into its Bathroom Collection. Cosentino washbasins can be wall mounted, placed on top of a vanity unit or integrated into a vanity unit. Custom made, the washbasins can measure from 40cm to 60cm wide and 80cm to 280cm long.

01256 761229 • www.silestone.co.uk

Back to Bathroo Recent changes in building practices means more scope for bathroom design and an opening for back to wall and wall-hung furniture to shine.

MARKET INSIGHT The market for wall-hung sanitaryware in the UK is admittedly not as strong as on the Continent, but there is no doubt that it is becoming increasingly popular. The trend for hotel-inspired bathrooms is also helping in this regard, as consumers seek to emulate the minimal, luxurious finish they’ve enjoyed while staying in hotels on their travels.

While the benefits of opting for wall-hung can’t be denied, there has long been a reluctance on the part of many to opt for wall-hung as they are under the belief that it will be tricky, and therefore costly, to fit.

The latest framing systems, however, are changing attitudes to wall-hung,

among installers and retailers as well as among the general public as they make installation simple, even retrospectively.

For the retailer, a successful sale of wall-hung sanitaryware starts with a well-planned display of the products to highlight the look it can achieve and is further enhanced with a knowledgeable explanation of the many benefits that lie concealed behind the wall. Training in the latest products and innovations, its many benefits and how to install them is therefore essential, not only for installers but for the people on the frontline when it comes to selling them too.

Sara Johnston – Marketing & Communications Manager, Geberit.

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1. Twyford’s Energy e500 range’s streamlined look is achieved by the concealment of the cistern behind the wall and the floating effect of the wall-hung toilet means it is not taking up much floor space. The e500 premium pan back to wall and wall-hung models feature Flushwise® water-saving technology.

01270 879777 • www.twyfordbathrooms.com 2. Ideal Bathrooms has extending its Essential Lily range with a 45cm single tap hole basin. There is also the choice of a complementary slim-line full pedestal or a wall mounted half pedestal. New options also include a 45cm slim-line basin, a single tap hole corner basin and back to wall pan.

01908 278500 • www.essentialfromideal.com 3. Geberit Duofix Kappa makes installing wall-hung sanitaryware simple. The frame, which is fully adjustable, sits at a minimum height of 82cm and can be boxed up to the preferred shelf height. The frame’s feet also have flexibility of up to 200mm to maximise comfort levels.

0800 077 8365 • www.geberit.co.uk

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6. WCs in the new Xeno2 collection from Keramag Design feature eco-saving Flushwise® technology and the hygienic Rimfree® design for easy cleaning. The design of the toilet reflects the latest trend for a flat, integrated seat giving streamlined aesthetics.

01270 871756 • www.keramagdesign.com

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24 • kitchen & bathroom journal february 2015 Below. Launching in April, a redesign of Pelipal’s Back to Wall range will add more flexibility.

Right, top. Every range can be accessorised with mirrors, LED lighting and free-standing and wall-hung storage options. Pictured: 7005.

Right, bottom. The PCON range includes vanity units where the height of the units can be adapted for the individual needs of the user.

Wall to Wall Success With Pelipal’s sales up by 59% in 2014, it was a record-breaking year for the bathroom manufacturer but what’s the reason behind its success?

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here is more than one reason for our success,” begins Wayne Dance, Managing Director of InHouse. “There has often been a gripe from British bathroom retailers that work with international brands - and that’s the inflexibility of the range. One brand that serves multiple countries can usually only provide limited, if any, dedicated country support. That’s where Pelipal is different. As a family-owned company with a dedicated UK sales team, we listen to the needs and desires of individual.”

For the UK this means introducing a dedicated range of Back to Wall furniture, which has been designed in conjunction with UK retailers.

“When InHouse first proposed that a Back to Wall range was needed in the Pelipal collection, the designers in Germany liaised with the UK office to come up with an initial design. This was then previewed to UK dealers.

Pelipal’s designers, together with retailers, assessed every aspect of the furniture design. Dimensions were changed, items were added, and retailers used their expertise to ensure that the new range was easy to install and was fit for purpose in the UK market.

“There are not many manufacturers who can claim that they really work in partnership with retailers, but Pelipal can,” explains Wayne.

In 2015 there will be a redesign of the Back to Wall range. Launching in April there will be two different depths available, a choice of round or square basins and seven colours and finishes. This is combined with a selection of storage options and LED mirrors and mirrored cabinets.

For more information call 01661 842304, contact info@inhouseltd.co.uk or visit www.inhouseltd.co.uk

toilets with technology Getting BASINS and TOILETS to fit into small places has been RAK’s speciality for 15 years.

Four of RAK’s sanitary ware ranges include closecoupled WC’s, with projections of just 600mm – or less! And all designs include luxury wrap over, soft close and quick release toilet seats.

They are offered alongside basins, where RAK’s narrowest example – the 450mm x 216mm Compact Slimline wash basin - is one of the slimmest on the market.

The stylish, space savers are also highly affordable – from only £125 trade + VAT. Many of RAK’s WC’s now feature new rimless format, Hygiene+

Space is often everything - and when things are tight in the cloakroom, RAK leads the market in space saving solutions!

Look closer! A versatile cloakroom space measuring just 1290mm x 580mm!

RAK Ceramics UK Ltd Tel. 01730 237850 www.rakceramics.co.uk

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RAK Resort WC and Basin with Saran mosaic

RAK Resort Basin with pale wood cabinet

A flexible approach to design from RAK Ceramics.

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an one collection really fit all? When it comes to bathrooms, it would be easy to dismiss the idea immediately but before your opinion is set in stone, take a closer look at RAK’s Resort Range. The concept is simple but effective. Offering uncomplicated, sleek design, RAK’s sanitaryware range offers versatility in the home thanks to six WC configurations. From spacesaving solutions to comfort height designs, your customers don’t need to fit a certain criteria to benefit from RAK’s flexible approach to bathroom design.

Whilst unashamedly stylish in its own right, Resort cannot be merited on aesthetics alone. Its designs are clever and the company’s futuristic approach to hygiene can clearly be seen throughout the design process. Each WC features Hygiene+ - RAK’s next generation rimless WC design - which eliminates the need for a hidden toilet rim or channel. It fires water from three separate jets, flushing the whole pan vertically and horizontally. As germs and limescale cannot collect under a rim, the pan is easy to wipe clean. The innovative WCs also benefit from a single button quick release seat for easy cleaning around hinges and a soft close feature that deters slamming.

But that’s not all. Its back to wall toilets feature a hidden cistern and push button flush, whilst wall hung pans have an adjustable support frame, hidden cistern and control panel. Other options include mini and maxi close-coupled designs, with an open or closed back to allow ease of installation.

To complete the look, complementary basins, baths, tiles, taps and accessories are also available. Basins are available in a range of styles including space-saving corner formats and sleek, counter-top bowls. Many can be under-mounted or inset, and two separate pedestal height options are also offered. Resort shower options span from space-saving quadrants to walk-in enclosures, and six freestanding baths complete the range.

For more information call 01730 237850, contact marketing@rakceramics.co.uk or visit www.rakceramics.co.uk

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Above. Salamander Pumps has launched the CTBathroom pump. It has a higher bar ratings to increase pressure performance and crossover technology which ensures water runs through both sides of the pump via an integrated bypass channel, preventing overheating. Two-year warranty as standard.

0191 516 2002 • www.salamanderpumps.co.uk Right. The Flomate range from Stuart Turner is now available in new sizes. The 60- and 80-litre versions will sit within a standard 500mm kitchen base unit and deliver up to 16 litres per minute at 3.0 bar pressure. The 100-, 200- and 300-litre versions sit within a standard 600mm larder style cupboard and provide up to 30 litres per minute at 3.0 bar pressure.

01491 572655 • www.stuart-turner.co.uk

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anufacturing ceramic since 1959, Lecico Bathrooms has developed two new ranges Roxton and Senner - as part of its continuous new product development programme.

Epitomising traditional English design but with all the benefits of modern technology, Roxton features period detailing on its basin splashback and stepped design around the basin rim - a Victorian style that is reflected throughout the Roxton family.

The collection includes a 53cm two-tap hole basin with full pedestal and a low level or close-coupled pan option. Roxton can easily be mixed and matched with Lecico’s New Hamilton family, adding a high-level cistern option.

A contemporary styled collection, Senner offers soft square design with clean uncluttered lines. The range comprises a choice of 43, 54 and 60cm basins available with one or two tap holes and full pedestal. To suit furniture installations, a 54cm semi-recessed basin is also available. The closecoupled WC pan is offered in a round or square design. The square design can also be wall mounted. The ceramic cistern offers a dual 6/4-litre or 4/2.6-litre water saving flush.

New Style brochure for 2015

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Lecico’s newly launched website

For more information call 01234 244030, contact info@lecico.com or visit www.lecico.co.uk

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Create a style statement in your bathroom with Roman’s Lumin8 Curved Walk-In. The curved glass cleverly stows inside its own curve when not in use. It stands at 1950mm high with 8mm thick toughened glass, features a bright silver frame and has an optional chromed bracing bar included.

01325 311318 • www.roman-showers.com

SHOWERING PRAISE

The latest innovative showering products to grace today’s bathrooms.

MARKET INSIGHT With the average bathroom shrinking in size, how is this influencing shower screens?

Even though spaces are getting smaller, property owners are still demanding luxurious spaces. For many families, the shower enclosure is sometimes the first item in the bathroom to be sacrificed when space is short. Recent innovations, however, mean that an enclosure can be created using a bath as small as 1500mm.

Emma Gaskell Marketing Manager, Frontline Bathrooms.

What features are on offer to give new showering products an edge in the market?

65% of the UK live in a hard water area, resulting in more enclosure manufacturers offering anti-limescale glass treatments.

Many enclosures also feature magnetic closing, quick release doors, three roller system and bespoke sizes.

Philippa Hemsley Product Manager, Twyfords.

What advice do you have for retailers who want to offer a bespoke solution to their customers?

Try to make the bespoke process as simple as possible and automate the process by using CAD systems. As a result they shouldn’t be afraid to offer something daring.

David Osborne Managing Director, Roman.

How do you see the market for showering developing over the next two years?

Drivers like new builds are a relatively small influencer on the shower market with between 100,000 to 125,000 new houses being built; even with more than one shower per household it amounts to less than 10% of the UK shower market. It is, however, an influence on mixer showers as they are the biggest factor in new build, although electric showers are well over half the UK shower market.

Thermostatic electric showers, especially for the care market, is a growing market segment, so there is ample opportunity for retailers, installers, merchants, specifiers and buyers to gain in profit.

Lorna Fellowes Managing Director, Triton.

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1. Triton has launched the EXE Bar Mixer to offer installers one new mixer shower with a choice of two different handle options. The supplied dogleg fittings provides flexibility for pipe centres between 130mm to 170mm. The thermostatic control ensures the shower delivers a regulated water temperature within +/-2°C and shuts off automatically if water supply fails.

024 7634 4441 • www.tritonshowers.co.uk 2. Twyford’s Energy Collection es400 offset quadrant shower enclosure, available left or right hand, includes anti-limescale treatment and 6mm toughened safety glass as standard. Pictured 1200mm x 900mm, left hand.

01270 879777 • www.twyfordbathrooms.com 3. New for 2015, Frontline’s Aquaglass Sleek Slider incorporates mirrored panels and features a slim 6mm glass, top cover taps and concealed fittings.

It also features magnetic closing and quick release doors.

0845 470 2424 • www.frontlinebathrooms.co.uk

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Showerlux Glide Maxi Twin Door

Showerlux Glide Twin Door Slider

Showerlux Linea Round Single

At Home with Showerlux A growing housing market is behind strengthening shower sales.

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ith a rise in new-build homes, prefitted showers and bathrooms and increasing demand for en-suites, showers are increasing in popularity - great news for showering brand Showerlux.

Focusing on meeting the needs of the British market, Showerlux’s flexible range of shower solutions - which are exclusively distributed through Ideal Bathrooms - are proving popular with the growing UK housing market, thanks to its design-conscious and fitter-friendly options.

Katie Gartland, Brand Manager for Showerlux at Ideal Bathrooms, explains: “It would seem that minimalist design is still very popular, due in part to the average bathroom shrinking in size. Gone are the days of chunky frames, thick trays and cumbersome handles.

Instead, consumers are looking for showers that complement the space available.”

Showerlux’s response to this is its Linea Touch. It offers thin frames and a lower profile tray and features contemporary chrome effect frames and clear 8mm safety glass to create a fuss-free design that works in any setting.

“To create the illusion of space, bathroom

designers are also favouring frameless panels and space saving sliding doors,” adds Katie. As well as offering off-set quadrant units, bi-fold and pivot doors when space is at a premium, the single or twin Glide door corner unit - for use with radius corner trays - maximises space whilst the user is in the shower.

It features a raw edge glass sealing system, slim-line aluminium frame and easy glide suspension system. In addition, all enclosures offer a lifetime guarantee and feature glass shield as standard. And for the fitter, Showerlux also offers a number of ancillary components to simplify fitting even in the most awkward situations.

Katie adds, “Over the next few years, we’re not expecting demand for showers to slow down. The requirement for en-suites and well-designed bathrooms will continue to develop, especially with the rise in watersaving requirements that a shower can offer.

In addition, customers will also start looking to personalise these spaces in order to introduce their own individual preferences to the bathroom. It’s a great time for the shower market and we’re excited to be a part of it.”

For more information call 0800 634 2600 or visit www.showerlux.uk.com

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Utopia’s new Downton range of freestanding traditional furniture combines elegant period furniture and contemporary craftsmanship. There are two door styles - Classical, a bordered design with a raised and fielded centre panel, and Shaker. Both are available in six paint effect woodgrain finishes in heritage shades and two woodgrains.

01902 406402 • www.utopiagroup.com

A Traditional Take Step back in time with nostalgic bathroom design.

MARKET INSIGHT Why is traditional bathroom design rising in popularity in the UK? And is the trend visible in other European countries?

Every design trend has its moment and quite a few have their revivals, if they’re lucky. The contemporary, minimalist style with its square or soft square designs has been around a while and is everywhere. Showrooms can all end up looking very similar, leaving you yearning for something with a bit of character. Against this background of smooth, unadorned surfaces, the traditional design style can look quite striking.

What are the latest traditional bathroom products on the market with modern-day benefits?

The biggest advances have been on baths where freestanding baths now exist in light, warm-to-the-touch acrylic structures replacing heavy, expensive cast iron and cold enameled steel.

Vitreous china already possesses what can be considered modern properties of being hygienic and easy to shape and is therefore a hard act to follow.

Is the traditional bathroom available to all budgets? If so, how can you differentiate between markets?

Yes, traditional style products can be produced with modern volume,

low cost manufacturing methods. Materials are one way of differentiating: baths of the same style as traditional cast iron ones are available in acrylic, much cheaper than iron. In the case of ceramic pieces, extra layers of glaze create a better finish in the more high-end vitreous china products.

What advice can you give to retailers who are keen to display a traditional bathroom in their showroom?

Try to offer the fully accessorised look in at least one bay. Show the matching mirrors, lights and radiators alongside pottery, brassware and roll top or slipper baths. Then show a lighter take on traditional in another bay. Traditional can be very flexible as it adds character to the modern minimalist template.

How do you see the market for traditional bathrooms developing over the next two years?

The speed of change and spread of standardisation make people nostalgic for traditional, idiosyncratic styles. The human need to stay in touch with the past is important so I think the conservation of older buildings and traditional looks will become stronger.

Alison Booth Commercial & Export Manager, Silverdale Bathrooms.

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0800 107 0700 • www.ripples.ltd.uk

“The rising popularity of traditional bathrooms draws parallels with the kitchen market where classic wooden and hand painted styles have sold strongly again in recessionary times because they are a stylish yet safe investment. It’s a look that will stand the test of time.”

Gemma Cornes - Product Manager, Twyfords.

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2. Twyford Bathrooms’ art-deco inspired Clarice range is pictured with the standard 580mm washbasin available on a full pedestal, featuring classic sculpted lines and cross-head taps in polished chrome. A smaller 450mm wide wall-mounted hand rinse option is also available.

01270 879777 • www.twyfordbathrooms.com 3. Ideal Standard’s Calvari rain bath is a modern-day interpretation of the classic Victorian era roll top free standing bath, which can be hand painted to match any interior and customised through a choice of different feet. Made from Idealcast, a dense mineral resin composite, it is strong and durable.

01482 346461 • www.ideal-standard.co.uk 4. JIS’s retro-styled Fetching rails offer chunky design with Victorian plumbing.

Available in three sizes from 520mm wide and 635mm high, it is made from stainless steel in a polished finish and is available in central heating, electric and dual fuel formats.

01444 831200 • www.sussexrange.co.uk 5. Laura Ashley’s Pavilion range provides a traditional solution for the cloakroom. The one tap hole ceramic washbasin measures a compact W 500mm x H 195mm x D 280mm and is wall-mounted to free up valuable floor space. The back to wall WC measures W 380mm x H 420mm x D 550mm and is available with a soft close wooden seat in gloss white.

01225 303929 • www.lauraashleybathroomcollection.com 6. The new Juniper bathroom suite from PJH features a 550 x 470mm basin with full pedestal and a close-coupled WC with soft-close seat. Retaining period charm, its square form is softened by the gently curved contemporary edge, offering a timeless design.

0800 877 8899 • www.pjhgroup.com/online

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01782 717175 • www.silverdalebathrooms.co.uk

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1. Balmorals London has launched its newly designed website. Designed to be user friendly, with several simple drop-down menus, users are able to view product information, download e-brochures and view recent media activity. The website is also Smartphone compatible. www.balmoralslondon.co.uk 2. RAK Ceramics UK is relocating to new bespoke premises in Petersfield, Hampshire. The new site, located next door to its existing site, will provide a larger warehouse capacity, as well as a purpose-built showroom. The premises will also allow for further expansion of the office and warehouse teams, and

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will accommodate training facilities. www.rakceramics.co.uk 3. Ideal Bathrooms has produced a new brochure to promote its “Essential by Villeroy & Boch” collection.

The three suites - Tube, Metro and Metro Plus - are featured in room settings with full specifications on featured products and alternative options, and are available to the current V&B dealer network. www.idealbathrooms.com 4. Faith Furniture Company opened its doors to the trade on 1st December 2014. It features a fully integrated supply chain headed up by managing

director, Paul Jenkinson. The management team has over 120 years combined industry experience, while each team member has at least 3 years industry experience to help it become the retailer’s kitchen supply partner of choice. www.faithfurniture.co.uk Salice has retained its FIRA Gold Certification quality mark for its hinges. Backed by the Furniture Industry Research Association, it signifies excellence in furniture products and services, and is the only accreditation scheme recognised by the furniture industry and audited by an independent third party. www.salice.co.uk

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