11 Sottini Defacto

Bathroom Sculpture

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1 Single lever basin mixer With pop-up waste A4513 AA (also features in main picture) 2 Single lever vessel basin mixer With pop-up waste A4514 AA 3 Single lever bidet mixer A4515 AA 4 Single lever bath filler One tap hole A4518 AA 5 Built-in shower mixer

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Thermostatic valve A4519 AA with Alchemy flexible hose shower kit and slide bar E1957 AA Suitable for both gravity fed and high pressure installations For more showers see page 120

ARCHITECTURAL FORM WITH AN EDGE. THE DISTINCTIVE LEVER CONTROL ON DEFACTO MIXERS LENDS NOT ONLY AN INDIVIDUAL DESIGN FEATURE, BUT AN ENHANCED PERFORMANCE. THE BASIN AND BIDET FITTINGS FEATURE CLICK TECHNOLOGY TO LIMIT WATER FLOW, AND A TEMPERATURE SAFETY STOP.

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PLANNING YOUR BATHROOM CAREFUL PLANNING AND RESEARCH IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS WITH ANY NEW BATHROOM. Fitting a new bathroom is a chance to review how you want to use the room. Think about who uses it and how much space you have. Get a good idea of what you want from your new bathroom before you start and it will make your planning that bit easier.

Start by accurately measuring the internal dimensions of your bathroom, taking doors, windows and radiators into account as well as any architectural features such as sloping ceilings. Mark the existing plumbing points such as water supplies, water and soil outlets. Now experiment with the layout of your new bathroom.

Take time to explore the possibilities, check the dimensions of each item you are considering and make sure there is enough activity space around each item. Wherever possible try and use the existing plumbing - it can be costly and time-consuming to re-route the water supply and waste pipes. Sometimes however, moving sanitaryware around may considerably improve your space. Seek professional advice from a qualified plumber.

Once you have confirmed the new layout of your new bathroom, you can decide on how you want your bathroom to look and feel.

Bathrooms are usually the smallest room in the house, but that doesn’t mean you have to compromise on style. Reflective surfaces such as chrome, glass and shiny tiles will help bounce light around the room. Clever lighting can be used to create the mood of the room, and with several different lighting options, you can transform your bathroom from a bright, functional area to one with a softly lit, relaxing atmosphere. Remember to plan your lighting so that the necessary electrical work can be done at the building stage.

Spend a little extra on the flooring. Wipe-clean surfaces are the best and larger tiles can help create a sense of space. Don’t forget to create plenty of storage space, using fitted furniture or shelving, so you can tuck your medicines and beauty products out of sight.

This will leave a beautiful, clutter-free space to relax in.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION A key element in the performance of a bathroom is the quality of the installation.

We recommend you use a plumber from a registered association (see below) and consult him (or her) right from the start. Your local Ideal Standard stockist may offer a plumbing service or, if not, will be able to recommend a qualified plumber. Local showroom information and advice about installation and planning is available from the Bathroom and Shower Information Service www.thebathroom.info RECOGNISED PLUMBING ASSOCIATIONS Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) Tel: 024 7647 0626

Our confidence in the quality of Sottini products enables us to guarantee all ceramic products (including accessories) for a lifetime and Idealcast and Idealform acrylic baths for twenty-five years from date of purchase.

Bath panels, mixers and taps, WC suite and cistern fittings are guaranteed for 5 years from date of purchase.

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Shower enclosures and bath screens are guaranteed for 10 years from date of purchase.

The Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering Tel: 01708 472791

Parts (including flushvalves) are guaranteed for 5 years and will be replaced if found to be faulty.

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The guarantee does not cover general wear and tear. Our guarantee is offered on all products that have been used in the manner for which they were intended, and does not apply to any products that have been misused or abused in any way. Products must be installed and cared for in line with our fixing instructions and local water byelaws. The guarantee covers products in domestic use by the consumer and not commercial or business use. In the unlikely event the product fails within the guarantee period, we offer a free replacement or replacement part (or nearest equivalent). Liability is limited to individual products and does not cover consequential loss or damage on installations. When your bathroom has been satisfactorily installed and is working well, please ensure you register your guarantee. The guarantee is transferable – it applies to the product not the purchaser provided guarantee registration details are passed on to the new owner. You can register for guarantees on a bathroom bought on your behalf by a plumber or builder. Applies to UK and Republic of Ireland only. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

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THANK YOU Sottini would like to thank the following for their help and co-operation: w w w.conranshop.co.uk w w w.criterion-tiles.co.uk w w w.designersguild.com w w w.designhousestockholm.com w w w.grahamandgreen.co.uk w w w.habitat.net w w w.heals.co.uk w w w.hrw-antiques.com w w w.in-stilllife.com w w w.johnlewis.com w w w.johnson-tiles.com w w w.lauraashley.com w w w.liberty.co.uk w w w.materials-lab.co.uk w w w.moltonbrown.co.uk w w w.muji.co.uk w w w.paintlibrary.co.uk w w w.tile.co.uk w w w.vesselgallery.com w w w.zarahome.com Sottini pursues a policy of continuing improvement in design and performance of its products. The right is therefore reserved to vary specifications without notice. Colour reproduction is as accurate as possible within the limitations of the printing process.

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