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13th July 2007
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ATAG UK
offers a vast and versatile portfolio of compact ovens specially suited
for the designer kitchen specialist
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here:
ATAG
says that if cooking the perfect meal tends to stretch your brain
just that little bit too far, then you need to take a close look at
the advanced new ZX6011Q single oven from ATAG
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here:
By extending its range to include the even larger 6.5, 7.5 and 8.5
kg washing machines Servis says
that it firmly positions itself at the forefront of the competitive
mid-market
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here:
Recognising
that solid surfacing has become a key worksurface material, IDS
has expanded its portfolio with the launch of the premium Hanex brand
of solid surface
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here:
Bushboard
has re-launched its Prima 40mm worksurface range with a new brand
identity, a raft of new designs and a tactile new Riverwash texture
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here:
'Pura by name, pure by nature', is the way that Aqualux
describes its latest premium collection of enclosures
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here:
Coram
Showers
has expanded its shower tray range with the introduction of a new,
contemporary slimline shower tray
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here:
Image
Showers'
design and manufacturing flexibility is a bonus for any client wanting
something a little bit different or an unusual size and this is especially
true for anyone looking for special needs enclosures and screens
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here:
Aqualux
says that ‘affordable, stylish and well-built’ perfectly
describes the company’s new 'Aquanos' range of shower enclosures
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here:
Kitchen
expert Gallery has introduced
a choice of new kitchen ranges in calming ivory, designed to help
retailers offer their customers looking for a classic kitchen an
alternative to white or buttermilk furniture
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here:
Quintett is a strong, bold and contemporary design from European
kitchen manufacturer Schmidt.
Quintett offers bold lines with deep kitchen framing using a ceiling
cornice with top-boxes suspended and a floor plinth matching the
stainless steel edged work surfaces
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here:
Bathroom
designer acajou says that a
beautiful vanity unit is the essential centrepiece of any luxury
bathroom
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here:
Kaldewei
has launched the new integrated waterfall bath inlet for baths.
The water inlet, created by the studio of Phoenix Design, is integrated
harmoniously into the inside wall of the bath and its steady waterfall
flow creates a special bathing experience
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here:
Ambiance
bain's
Linen Basket is just one unit from the company's fitted furniture portfolio
that demonstrates the company's desire to provide innovative features
that maximise space and eliminate clutter in the small bathroom
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here:
Mondo carousels are one of the unqualified success stories of the kitchen
fittings and accessories supply sector over the past decade, according
to Ray Fisher, Sales Director of UK distributor Häfele
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here:
This new side-sliding mirror from Shades
is especially designed for that all too common situation when the basin
is positioned under the window leaving nowhere to hang a decent sized
mirror
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here:
Broughtons,
the bathroom division of national distributor Broughton Crangrove
Galley Matrix, has just launched its own range of heated towel
rails and designer radiators under the H2OT brand
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here:
Jaga Heating Products
has announced that the baroque-styled Heatwave radiator - designed
by the company together with acclaimed Dutch designer Joris
Laarman - is now available in the UK
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here:
The
new look Dunlop Adhesives range
is now available throughout the UK, following a transformation of
its brand identity, packaging, point of sale and marketing material
to support Dunlop's growing position in the market
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here:
Bathroom
and tiling retailers are being offered a new profit area in the
form of a new Anti-Slip discs and strips from Sylglas
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here:
Methven
to Acquire Deva
As part of New Zealand
based tap and showerware manufacturer Methven's strategic growth
plans in Europe, it has entered a conditional agreement to buy Lancashire
based Deva Tap Co. for a reported £26m.
'We have long achieved excellent growth in what is a competitive UK
brassware market,' explains Deva Managing Director Rob Pryde.
'Our success is founded on a quality, cost competitive offering and
responsive customer service under a capable and committed management
team which will remain with the business. And like Methven – whose
Australian tap and showerware sales were up 54% for the year ended 31st
March 2007 – we too have a sound track record of profitability.
Two stories this week show Indesit to be at the cutting edge
of innovation. First was the launch of the Moon washing machine at an
event in London's Covent Garden which can only be described as 'unconventional',
with the advertising campaign supporting the launch bordering on eccentric!
At the 2007 Corus and Design Wales Eco Design Awards, meanwhile,
Indesit Industrial Design team leader Darren Holmes was especially interested
in a multi purpose washing machine that cleans plates and clothes by
Peter Feakes from Glamorgan University.
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ATAG's
Grand Designs Glory
ATAG UK exhibited for the first time at the Grand Designs exhibition in
June and unveiled several new products for consumers to view including
the new, soon to be launched Teppan Yaki (pictured).
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on this Event:
So
What’s Next for Ebb?
Geoffrey Clarke, Alan Marks and Jack Wooley, the team behind the Ebb bathroom
concept, which inspired global interest from the design world following
its appearance at 100% Design 2005, will unveil two new product concepts
at this year’s show.
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on this Event:
BMA
Announces Annual Conference
The
Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) has announced the details
of the Bathroom Industry's Annual Conference to take place on 30th October
2007 at the Oxford Belfry Hotel in Oxfordshire.
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on this Event:
The KBSA recognised and
rewarded outstanding designers, retailers and suppliers at its annual
Design Innovation Awards 2007.
[More
here]
At
the recent Interzum international exhibition, fittings manufacturer
Blum was the recipient of some of the most prestigious industry
and international design awards for the company’s products.
[More
here]
Franke UK
has announced the appointment of Caroline Hardman as Northern Regional
Sales Manager.
[More
here]
Mayfair Taps and Showers has announced the addition of Sarah
Wharton to the team, who joins the taps and showers manufacturer as
Marketing Manager.
[More
here]
Baumatic has announced the appointment of Paul Lynn in the
role of National Contracts Manager.
[More
here]
FagorBrandt
UK has created a new role of National Training and Business
Development Manager. Former De Dietrich area sales manager, Deborah
Barnes, has been promoted to the position.
[More
here]
Carina
Malmgren Heander has been appointed new Senior Vice President of Group
Staff Human Resources and Organisational Development for the Electrolux
Group.
[More
here]
The Bristan Group has announced that
City Plumbing Supplies is the winners of its Bathroom & Kitchen Expo
competition.
[More
here]
Stuart
Frost, Product Marketing Manager, Maytag UK,
says, ‘The warm weather puts refrigeration under tremendous pressure
and consumers may find their current appliance struggling. Make sure you
are ready with a variety of the latest top featured models on display.
[More
here]
Broughton
Crangrove Galley Matrix, the Lancashire based distributor,
has introduced 'The Plug', a new marketing communication for customers.
[More
here]
Italian
shower enclosure manufacturer Cesana
has updated and improved its website, which now includes a comprehensive
and informative English version.
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here:
InSinkErator®,
the sink appliance specialist and the inventor of food waste disposers,
has launched a stylish new website that contains a wealth of information
about these key kitchen appliances.
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here:
August
is fast approaching and tc bathrooms
is preparing its new brochure for 2007/2008.
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here:
To furnish architects and specifiers with the benefits of colour contrast in door furniture, and the equipment available for the disabled in bathrooms and the like, turnquest UK has opened a new training centre.
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The PJH Group kick-started the launch of its fundraising activities for chosen charity of the year, Macmillan Cancer Support, by participating in Britain's biggest and most prestigious 10K, the Bupa Great Manchester Run.
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Roman
Ltd hosted an evening with Estee Lauder at its factory and
raised a total of £500 for the local hospice, St Teresa’s
in Darlington.
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here:
The
day began at Newbury Showground at 10.30 am with Team
Ripples putting on their Bathrooms by Ripples Pink T-Shirts,
even the men were wearing Pink!!
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here:
Caple’s popular Lattice wardrobe from the Smartrobe collection is now available in a Cocoa Walnut carcase with a dark, rich, chocolate finish
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BinRefrigerated
not Binfected ...
The
Corner Fridge Company says that its new BinRefrigerator
is easy to use - you simply wheel your wheelie bin
into the BinRefrigerator with its lid open, lock your
wheelie bin in using the integrated locking system
and add household waste through a hinged and insulated
top-loading hatch. Your waste is then stored at 5°C,the
temperature necessary to eliminate the build up of
most harmful bacteria.
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on this Product]
Deva
Tap Company Acquired by Methven
Methven,
New Zealand’s leading designer, manufacturer and supplier
of tap and showerware has entered a conditional agreement to
buy The Deva Tap Company for $59 million (NZD). Completion will
take place on 31st August this year.
[More
on this Story]
Lost
Profit 'Costing Companies Millions'
The
British kitchen, bedroom & bathroom manufacturers industry
is wasting £788m worth of profit every year, according
to a new study by business analysts Plimsoll Publishing.
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on this Story]
Production
Doubles at Saudi Ceramic
The
doubling of production capacity at Saudi Ceramic (SCC), which
commenced in 2005, continues. The Saudi Arabian company, one
of the oldest Middle Eastern ceramic producers, aims to reach
an output of 32 million square metres by 2008.
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on this Story]
Super
Summer Savings on Mermaid
Norske
Interiors has launched a summer promotion on selected colours
from its range of Mermaid wall panels. This has been developed
to help the dealer network to increase sales during the warmer
months - a period when most disposable income is spent on holidays
or the garden.
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on this Story]
Broughtons
Launches New Aquos Furniture Collection
Broughtons,
the bathroom division of the Lancashire based national distributor
Broughton Crangrove Galley Matrix has extended its portfolio
with the addition of an own brand bathroom furniture range called
Aquos.
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on this Story]
Bang
& Olufsen Products Now Available on Planit Design Software
Planit’s
design and visualisation software now includes the full Bang
& Olufsen catalogue, providing distributors with a powerful
tool to present customers with photorealistic images of their
own homes, equipped with the company’s latest audio and
video products.
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on this Story]
Jacuzzi®
Brand Takes to the Road
During
July bathroom manufacturer, Jacuzzi UK commenced a Roadshow
taking in over 20 locations throughout the UK. The events are
an opportunity for Jacuzzi brand retailers to meet with the
team away from the distractions of their busy showrooms.
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on this Story]
Indesit
Company in Two-day Covent Garden Event
On
July 6th and 7th Covent Garden went Italian. The famous London
tourist spot was the exclusive setting for the launch of the
new Moon washing machine from Indesit, in a decidedly unconventional
advertising campaign that aims to engage the public directly
with innovative, high visibility initiatives.
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on this Story]
Leading
Mosaic Specialist Opens Kings Road Showroom
House
of Mosaics, a specialist in all aspects of Mosaics, opens a
London showroom at 201 New Kings Road on September 1st.
With stunning displays that showcase the breadth of the ranges
and services offered, the store will feature many styles and
finishes available, and be open Monday to Saturday from 10am
to 6pm.
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on this Story]
Ideal
Standard’s Jasper Morrison Wash Basin Wins Grand Designs
Award
Ideal
Standard, a leading provider of bathroom and kitchen solutions
has been nominated winner in the ‘Best Bathroom Product’
category of the Grand Designs Awards 07.
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on this Story]
HOMAG
Group AG to go Public
HOMAG
Group AG, the existing shareholders and Dresdner Kleinwort and
JP Morgan as joint lead managers and joint book runners jointly
set the price range within which purchase offers may be submitted
at between Euro 29.00 and Euro 35.00 per share.
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on this Story]
Corus
and Design Wales Award Announce Eco-winners
A
'funky toaster' and multi purpose washing machine have been
declared winners at the 2007 Corus and Design Wales Eco Design
Awards. The competition, which is now in its fifth year, invites
product design students from the University of Wales Institute
Cardiff, Glamorgan University and Swansea Institute of Higher
Education to design products which follow eco-friendly design
principles.
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on this Story]
BAL
Announces Franchise Plans for Award-Winning Training Operation
Tile
adhesive and grout manufacturer, Building Adhesives Limited
has announced ambitious plans to expand the reach of its BAL
Training Centre programme through a franchise package.
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on this Story]
Double
Delivery for Newly Online Housing Units
Housing
Units, the independent home furnishings store, is going in to
every household in the country as it delivers a double-whammy
growth plan for 2007 and beyond.
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on this Story]
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Looking
After our Customers by Looking After the Environment
One
of the major issues for retail success is to provide the customer
with what they want. This used to encompass providing the
right products/brands at the right price with the required
levels of service. For kitchen, bathroom and bedroom retailers
the current hot topic is environmentally friendly products
and business practices and these are now firmly established
with consumers as part of the buying process.
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Here]
Bathroom
Academy Spreads the Word
The
Bathroom Academy has had a very busy time recently. First, there was
the launch of the new virtual Academy www.bathroom-academy.co.uk
at B&K Expo back in May 2007 and the attendance at exhibitions hasn't
stopped since.
[More
Here]
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