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100% Stainless Steel Towel Rails 25 Year Guarantee
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Managing Director, JIS Europe, Richard Thelwell, discusses their policy of stockholding and how it is even more relevant today
“Currently, we are answering calls from customers on a daily basis, asking if we have stock to fulfill their orders, the simple answer is ‘yes, we do’ ”
‘We are able to maintain the chain of supply quite simply due to our longstanding policy of stockholding providing further financial stability to ourselves but as importantly to our customers whose projects do not need to see any further delays” the line find an inferior mild steel rail rusts, leaks and they then need a complete re-tile when the replacement isn’t dimensionally identical to the original”
The Sussex Range is manufactured from 100% stainless steel including our recently introduced Black Edition of powder coated rails
“We have recently seen an increase in demand for our powder coated black rails, and also our satin finish rails. More and more people are coming round to the durability and sustainability of stainless steel”
“My customers don’t want to go to the expense and disruption of fitting out their bathroom to then 2 years down Stainless steel is 100% recyclable, and manufactured from over 90% recyclable material. It does not rust, flake or corrode. It is the sustainable, durable choice.
We source our rails ethically and take our social responsibility seriously, from our sourcing to our manufacture to our charity initiatives.
We offer 3 formats of rail throughout the range: Electric, dual fuel and central heating only and we offer both a polished and satin finish as well as the Black Edition Range.
“The cornerstones of our business are quite simply quality, stock holding and ultimately customer service. The three work hand in hand”
We have a large selection of gallery shots, showing the visual diversity of our rails, on our website www.sussexrange.co.uk do have a look and should you wish any further details, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01825 722988 or
info@jiseurope.co.uk
PURESHOWERS.CO.UK LAUNCHES THE WORLD’S FIRST MATTE BLACK HAND-HELD SHOWER FILTER INTO THE UK MARKET
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lack is the new black when it comes to tapware, especially in the world of bathroom interior design. Homeowners looking to add the statement shade to their space can now do as PureShowers.co.uk launches the world’s first matte black, hand-held shower filter.
The majority of hand-held shower filters on the market are available in either chrome or clear plastic. But a hot new trend in bathroom and kitchen fittings has seen modern houses and contemporary interior designers incorporating black tapware to both bathrooms and kitchens. Hand-held shower filters are shower heads which are installed on a standard shower hose. But unlike traditional shower heads, they incorporate a water filter cartridge within that filters the water to remove contaminants such as chlorine, bacteria, heavy metals while also making the water feel softer. been retailing shower filters for over 10 years and whilst many customers are happy with a chrome shower filter, those with high-end showers and fittings want something more modern and chic. We are the first in the UK to introduce a matt black design. Unique and stylish it gives any bathroom an immediate wow factor.”
The hand-held shower filter itself incorporates three different water filter mediums and comes with two filter cartridges which can last up to 12 months before having to be replaced. It is also available in white or chrome colours to suit more traditional showers and bathrooms and is currently on offer for the special launch price of £35.95 (RRP £45.95).
It has already won rave reviews from customers with many giving five-star reviews for both the design and functionality. Shirley Chan of London says: “I have been using the shower filter for three weeks now and I have noticed the difference in my skin and hair. Previously, my skin would feel very dry and itchy and I had to moisturise with an emollient cream, but now my skin feels soft and smooth and I no longer have to use my creams.”
Stephen Boyle of Essex says: “It’s easy to install. Well after two weeks since putting the filter on my shower, it’s great. I never realised how much damage chlorine does to the skin.” Jacqueline Gallagher of Derry says: “The filter does everything it promised and I couldn’t be happier. I’ve recommended it to all my friends and am telling all my salon clients of the benefits.”
The utterly contemporary matt black hand-held shower filters are available exclusively from the PureShowers.co.uk website. To find out more, visit:
www.pureshowers.co.uk/aquafilter3-stage-hand-held-shower-filter. html
bathrooms Stylish 1970’s Bathroom Transformation
It has often been said that the 1970s was the time that style forgot; but not everyone agrees. To the north of Copenhagen, in Vedbæk you will find a large number of architectdesigned classic homes from the 1970s. The transformation started in the late 19th century when the wealthy citizens of Copenhagen started to construct summer villas along the coastline. Vedbæk was just a small fishing village then; location was ideal close to the city yet surrounded by forests, fields and water.
Today the 1970’s designed houses with their beautiful yellow bricks and sharp, yet functional shapes line the leafy suburban roads. Among the lucky home-owners in Vedbæk, is 34-year-old Mads, a self-taught handyman, his wife and their daughter. As well as working hard to get their holiday home at Rørvig into shape, they have now thrown themselves into doing up their house and they are documenting the changes in their blog
The bathroom in his 1970s house in Vedbæk, it’s the most recent transformation – one of the largest of its kind the bathroom has had the full treatment. Everything has been replaced with new, exclusive materials crating a hotel style bathroom. The floor-standing toilet has given way to a wall-mounted model, the old skylight has been replaced with an electric roof window and Unidrain takes pride of place on the floor and on the walls.
Unidrain raises the bar
The shower cubicle, like the rest of the room, has changed dramatically. The shower area itself is enclosed by our GlassLine shower screen, which ensures that the water does not splash out into the rest of the room: •42•
“Unidrain has made an elegant glass wall for the shower; the glass is recessed into a frame so the joins to the floor and the wall are as invisible as possible. A really nice result and a high quality solution,” Mads writes in his blog.
Unidrain’s HighLine Custom drain was used; here the tiles merge with the drain, separated only by a narrow groove: “I think Unidrain’s Custom tile drain is an impressive feature in the shower, the drain is almost invisible and blends in perfectly with the tiles,” Mads continues.
The final touch to the bathroom is the Unidrain Reframe soap shelf, the attached shower scraper is held in place by a small invisible magnet.
Mads wanted to change this into a room that people wanted to spend time in and he definitely achieved his goal.
Unidrain: Established in 2003 this design company has gone from inventing the linear floor drain to creating a leading international brand, spreading Danish design ethics and Nordic minimalism to the rest of the globe. From five star hotels in the Maldives, to the Award winning Herman K in Copenhagen Unidrain products and accessories play a key role in the look and feel of the most stylish bathrooms on the planet.
editor's choice Worcester Bosch Relaunch Price Competitive Combi Boiler As Greenstar 2000
Worcester Bosch is excited to announce the launch of its Greenstar 2000 boiler, replacing the Worcester 2000 launched last year.
The newly named price competitive boiler comes with a series of improvements to make installation and maintenance even easier.
The natural gas-fired boiler was initially introduced in response to installer requests to provide the brand’s renowned high quality and reliability while answering the call for accessible pricing to homeowners.
The brand has continued to take installers’ feedback into consideration, with the new-and-improved product enjoying several improvements based on real life experiences from installers. These upgrades include:
• Full 230v controls compatibility
• Easier PRV push-fit connection
• Copper tails, for CH flow and return, included for a quicker installation
• Mains cable now replaceable Ben from Adam’s Gas Heating is excited to begin sharing this product with his customers, “It’s a simple to install, smart looking boiler that can be quickly paired with the Comfort+ II control. An awesome boiler at a great price!” Along with these improvements, the price of the boiler has also been reduced. With the launch of the Greenstar 2000, the current promotion involving the Greenstar Comfort+ II and Worcester 2000 will end. However, the controller will still be in the boxes of any remaining Worcester 2000 boilers.
The company has embraced many of the much-loved features and installer benefits from the previous Worcester 2000, including:
• Condenses in hot water mode
• Quick to install with the option to pipe vertically to the boiler • Easy access with removable side panels
• Simple to specify with maximum flue lengths of 9m horizontally and 12m vertically (60/100)
• C6 heat exchanger is an evolution of the WB3 heat exchanger which features in the company’s most popular combi boiler, the Greenstar i
• Ability to modulate down to as little as 4.8kW 35 degree hot water temperature rise (10 & 12l/min)
Suitable for apartments, small and medium sized homes with one bathroom, the Greenstar 2000 is Worcester Bosch’s quietest combi boiler, with hot water flow rates up to 12 l/min. Not only this, the product also comes with a 5-year guarantee as standard and a 6-year guarantee when installed with a Greenstar System Filter.
For more information, please visit: www.worcester-bosch.co.uk/greenstar2000. Alternatively, follow Worcester Bosch Professional on Twitter (@WorcesterBosch), Instagram (@WorcesterBoschProfessional), Facebook (@WorcesterBoschProfessional) and LinkedIn (Worcester Bosch Professional).
VICAIMA LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE STRENGTHENING THE USER’S EXPERIENCE
Always aiming to build the perfect online experience for its customers and partners, Vicaima, one of the largest European players in the production of sophisticated solutions for interior doors, wardrobes and panels, has just launched a new website, which aims to improve the ease of navigation for its users, providing spontaneous and differentiating interaction with all features and tools.
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et another innovation, from a company which is continuously investing in a close, modern and intuitive digital footprint.
Among the new features, Vicaima highlights the speed of the platform and the contemporary, functional and responsive redesign, strategically created to facilitate the search process for users, in line with their intentions, needs and desires.
Thus, the new website is characterized by dynamism, accompanied by carefully selected content, as well as a wide range of products, performance and solutions, with a view to boosting the digital presence of the brand in the national and international arena.
This redesign includes aesthetic improvements allowing for more immersive experimentation and improved navigation, which allows visitors to easily find the information they need.
“After many months of work and dedication by our entire team, we are very pleased with the launch of the new Vicaima website. This latest step reflects the company’s ability to anticipate trends, innovate, propose complete and exciting proposals to the market. With the new website, the user can easily and intuitively access the commercialized products, news, catalogues, technical information, projects and news, as well as request the download of BIM solutions from Vicaima, quickly and effectively. We believe that we will strengthen our position as one of the dominant players in the market. With the new design, we expect an increase in the number of visitors and consumption of content on our page. We look forward to feedback and the new and exciting developments to come “, stresses Antonio
Moutinho, Director at Vicaima Group.
The new Vicaima page thus highlights the company’s willingness to invest in a digital sphere that provides the best user experience for its customer. The renewal follows, precisely, the thought provoking attitude of the brand towards the different markets in which it operates. This is also related to an integrated multichannel strategy, which reconciles the company’s multiple digital tools, placing it, once again, at the forefront of the sector. Vicaima is currently one of the biggest European players in the design and production of sophisticated solutions for interior doors, technical doors, frames, wardrobes, panels and furniture parts.
Its positioning is based on the ability to develop integrated and customized solutions, oriented to different sectors, namely housing, hotel, health, education and commercial. Innovative and trendsetter, Vicaima has a constant concern for sustainability, being the first Portuguese company in the sector to obtain FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®) certification.
Founded in Portugal, it has a direct presence in countries such as the United Kingdom and Spain and exports 95% of its production to markets ranging from Europe to the African continent, passing through the United Arab Emirates and the American continent.
For further information, visit the Vicaima website www.vicaima.com
Abu Dhabi White Amazonico
Following the announcement of its new Six-S Collection, Neolith® reveals four more surfaces, adding to the previously launched Himalaya Crystal and Layla.
Inspired by global biodiversity, green principles and the ongoing fight against COVID-19, these new introductions look beyond immediate visual appeal, exploring Neolith’s core values and business ethos.
Similar to Himalaya Crystal and Layla, they also embrace the six essential characteristics, which underpin Neolith’s 2020 Six-S campaign: Solidarity, Sanitary, Strong, Stylish, Sensory and Sustainability.
To re-cap, Solidarity, signifies Neolith’s commitment to its staff, customers and local communities as well as its responsibility to help those whose lives have been negatively impacted by COVID-19.
Further emphasising its commitment to this particular value, Neolith will ensure that, for every sqm of surfaces sold, the brand will donate 1kg of food to feed the poorest and most vulnerable within the territory of sale until the end of 2020.
Neolith’s loyal distribution partners will directly donate the food to local food banks worldwide, ensuring that solidarity is shared an amplified in all corners of the world.
Sanitary promotes the unrivalled, ultra-hygienic properties of the brand’s surfaces. This is particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic—a primary concern for professionals and consumers alike when choosing materials.
Always balancing style and substance, Strong references Neolith’s innate robustness and ultra-resistance, whilst Stylish highlights how the collection has been designed to deliver beautiful, detailed patterns in high-definition colour.
Immersing its audience further into the brand, Sensory implies how Six-S slabs offer a multi-sensory experience, using the latest technology to achieve an extraordinary range of tactile, textured surfaces. Finally, Sustainable highlights Neolith’s acute focus on ecological design, as all slabs are produced in a carbon neutral manufacturing environment.
These new surfaces truly represent Neolith’s awareness of its global responsibility as a best practice brand, working to make the world a better place. The highly original patterns within the collection will help encourage specifiers, architects and end-users alike to delve deeper into Six-S and the wider Neolith narrative.
INTRODUCING…
ABU DHABI WHITE - Conjuring up sun-drenched landscapes of the Arabian coastline, Abu Dhabi White recalls the searing heat and shimmering waters of the desert peninsula. The UAE capital’s striking Sheikh Zayed Mosque directly influenced the design of this colour. The soft, golden veining and flecks of flinty grey create a subtle and delicate look, promoting a sense of simplicity while exuding elegance. The hyper-realistic texture perfectly mimics the aesthetic of natural unpolished stone, delivering a refreshing look and minimalist feel.
Abu Dhabi White is offered in two finishes, Décor Polished or Silk in 6mm and 12mm thicknesses, and is available in 3,200mm x 1,600mm and 3,200 x 1,500mm formats. The Décor Polished finish elevates the sense of luxury that this new collection promotes. The Silk finish gives a new level of realism, seen through the intricate vein details. This transforms the slab into a captivating 3D structure, similar to previous Neolith models such as Mont Blanc.
AMAZONICO - This captivating new design transports the observer to the lush, dense and exotic rainforests of South America, with their diverse mix of flora and fauna and gently flowing rivers. Amazonico encapsulates dark and mysterious tones, representing the dense forest floor gradually giving way to lighter colours, which reference the gradual emergence from the tree canopy.
Highly exclusive, this sophisticated slab has a special texture, further enhancing its natural qualities. Just like the environment this model echoes, Amazonico is unique and captivating, allowing the viewer’s
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eye to explore this stunning surface’s textural spontaneity. A highly realistic and intriguing relief, the pattern’s earthy tones give the slab universal appeal suitable for any surfacing application.
Amazonico is offered in Décor Polished or Slate finish in 6mm thickness and is available in 3,200 x 1,500mm format.
AND FINALLY…
The two remaining models which complete this new collection are Summer Dala and Winter Dala. The same design, produced in two very different tones.
Inspired by the majestic, slow-growing pines surrounding Sweden’s breathtaking Lake Siljan, Summer Dala and Winter Dala are named after one of the country’s national symbols, the Dalecarlian horse. Central to Swedish folklore, these traditionally brightly painted, wooden statues are made using timber from the region’s unique and native trees. The statues were used to reflect the highly valued role that horses played in Swedish culture centuries ago.
Hand-carved to a high degree of craftsmanship, the special sculptures evoke enduring strength, grace, refinement and beauty. These qualities, which are also true of Neolith’s surfaces, have been perfectly captured within both Dala designs.
Possessing a distinct and original look, Neolith has achieved the essence of this pine’s unique texture, using the latest decoration technology to create surfaces with a touch similar to unvarnished wood.
The introduction of the Dala patterns further highlights Neolith’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practice and preserving natural woodland and rainforests. Similar to other timber-inspired designs in the range, Summer and Winter Dala recreates faithful representations of tree cross sections, without the need to fell the real thing, thus delivering a positive environmental impact.
WINTER DALA - Possessing a distinct and dramatic look, here Neolith has truly captured the essence and texture of pine. This model beautifully replicates a deep, weathered timber and conjures images of the long windswept coast of the North Sea with turbulent winter skies above.
SUMMER DALA – Evoking a strong sense of summertime in Sweden, this new model emulates the beautiful, fine texture of freshly cut timber. The elegant, subtle grain throughout offers a sense of movement and depth, and the bright, neutral aesthetic guarantees it will complement every interior, dark or light, patterned or plain.
Summer and Winter Dala are offered in a Silk finish, which provides a highly realistic aesthetic. These models are available in 6mm and 12mm thicknesses and in 3,200mm x 1,600mm and 3,200 x 1,500mm formats.
Commenting on the Six-S collection, Neolith CMO, Mar Esteve Cortes says, “These new surfaces are our vision brought to life: creating a stronger, safer and more sustainable society in the face of challenges such as climate change and COVID-19. These phenomena have shifted our focus and the way we perceive Neolith surfaces. The importance of sustainably manufacturing material which both protects our society and looks beautiful, became the overarching inspiration for our latest range.
She continues, “Six-S perfectly showcases Neolith’s limitless design options, cleverly evoking the wonders of the natural world. Produced in a carbon neutral environment with near zero porosity, it’s a safe and sustainable surface that fits in perfectly with the times in which we live.”
All Neolith surfaces are 100% organic and carbon neutral, appropriate for specification in any professional or residential surfacing application. It is also one of the safest and most hygienic materials available, without compromising on performance and visual appeal.
