Weekly Email News for the Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom Industries
1st February 2008
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Franke
Active Extraction
Setting a new benchmark in state-of-the
art design and manufacture, the new Active Island decorative hood
from Franke takes this contemporary collection to greater heights
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here:
American-Style
Fridge Freezer in New Graphite Black
ATAG, the premium Dutch appliance brand, has recently launched
its Graphite Black line of appliances that not only includes the company's
highly comprehensive built in range, it has been extended to include
an American-style side-by-side refrigerator
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here:
Electra
Extends Retro Range with New Large-Load Washer
Electra says that retailers and style-conscious UK homeowners
will welcome the latest addition to its Retro appliance range. The
cream-coloured E6720 washing machine in elegant 1950s styling has
a large 7.5kg wash load
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here:
Fisher
& Paykel Launch New Three Door Refrigerator
Stylish and practical, Fisher & Paykel's new large
capacity Three Door Ice & Water refrigerator has been designed
with the family in mind
More
here:
Gas
Hob Technology by ATAG
ATAG has developed a powerful range of highly specified and
intricately designed gas hobs, now in the company's new colour, Graphite
Black
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here:
Team
UKI Introduces New Water Filter Kettle
Team UKI, the Birmingham based small
domestic appliance brand, has added a new kettle to its filter kettle
range with an integrated water filter, adding a new and healthy-twist
to making hot drinks
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here:
Bushboard
Gives Granite the Hard Edge
The selection of stone, marble and granite-inspired laminate
worksurfaces within the Prima range from Bushboard offers an alternative
to natural material worksurfaces
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here:
Duropal
Crystal Stone
Pfleiderer Industrie says that its
new Duropal 'Crystal Stone' HPL worktops overcome technical challenges
to create an outstanding decorative effect. The decors have a genuine
three dimensional surface
More
here:
Cova
Hangs up Another Sucess
Teresina PA is the latest design hanging in Cova Products'
Premier Collection of 3D forming veneers
More
here:
A
Little Gem from Cova
Striking core features and strong contrast help
Cova Products' Tiepolo PB stand out as a real jewel
in the crown of 3D forming designs
More
here:
Coram
Launches Premier Walk-In Enclosure
Coram Showers has expanded its flagship Premier range with
the launch of a new walk-in enclosure. The 1,500mm Premier Walk-in
is a stylish, luxurious design, which optimises the available showering
space for the end-user and makes stocking and installation simple
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here:
Signia Range from Pegler Yorkshire
The company says that when it comes to taps, showers and general water
control, you can't choose a better name than Francis Pegler.
'With a worldwide reputation for manufacturing the finest taps and
mixers you can buy, Pegler Yorkshire has a well-respected name for
everything it does.'
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here:
GROHE
Rapido
GROHE, renowned for its tap and shower
solutions and specialist in ‘Behind the Wall’ innovation,
has launched the Rapido range. Combining flexible technology with
bathroom design, the new Rapido range has benefits for the retailer
as well as the consumer
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here:
Drummonds
Launches Fixed Shower Attachment
Luxury bathroom manufacturer, Drummonds,
is complementing its range of traditional bathroom products with the
introduction of a backloading bath mixer and fixed shower attachment
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here:
Kos
Atollo Shower Cabin from Splash
Bathroom
specialist Splash Distributionhas introduced the latest
product in its extensive portfolio, the Atollo multifunction shower
cabin from Kos
More
here:
Shower
Supreme from Simpsons
With the average family bathroom measuring just 2m x 2m, Simpsons
has recently added the Quadrant Single Door enclosure collection to
its Supreme range
More
here:
Making
a Splash at PWS
PWS has launched a range of glass splashbacks to respond
to the trend for streamlined wall coverings in the modern-styled
kitchen. Offering the best of both worlds splashbacks are practical
and easy to clean coupled with visual appeal
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here:
DK
takes Colour Inside
DK Distribution says that its range of high quality
fitted kitchen carcasses has met with unqualified success. Construction
and colour-co-ordination have been the keys to this
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here:
The
Allure of Ebony from PWS
There seems to be no stopping the allure of PWS'
high gloss Avant range as ebony becomes the sixth colour option
in the collection
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here:
ALNOSign
in High Gloss Quartz Grey
New for 2008, ALNO is introducing
a new colour option to the popular ALNOSign kitchen collection
More
here:
Impala
and Impact from Impulse
Impulse Bathrooms designs and manufactures all its own products,
allowing the company to incorporate the features within its product
designs which the market is asking for, including water saving measures
and easy fit W.C. options
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here:
Copper Bath from Imperial
To flagship its successful and comprehensive cast-iron bath collection,
Imperial Bathrooms has unveiled the Radisson Cobre,
a luxurious copper bateau bath that is reminiscent of the best of
the 19th century French chateau baths
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here:
Curves
are Back
tc bathrooms
reports that curves are definitely back when it comes to bathroom
suites. The company says that the new Dakota range has had a tremendous
response from customers, due to its stylish design and contemporary
look that is proving a winner with homeowners
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here:
Ideal
Standard Next-generation Bathing
Ideal Standard International, a
leading provider of bathroom solutions, has announced its latest
collection of bathing and wellness solutions with the launch of
Ideal Standard Tonax, a wellness showering system
More
here:
Essence
of Luxurious Bathing
Essence is a new freestanding bath from Adamsez
with contemporary appeal. Beauty and simplicity of form ensure an
indulgent bathing experience that's the very essence of luxury
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here:
Beech
Drawers and Soft Close Baskets
The latest addition to East Coast's already comprehensive offer of wirework
storage solutions are these wire pull-out baskets complete with soft
close
More
here
Kitchen
Tools from Brabantia
Brabantia has introduced a smart looking collection of
stainless steel kitchen tools - the 'S' Line
More
here
Thermar
Towel Holder and Dryer
A new towel holder and dryer, the 'Shelf', is a good
solution to drying and storing towels in bathrooms, wet-rooms and shower
rooms
More
here
Aestus
Elements for the Kitchen
Harmonising stainless steel and natural granite,
the ‘Elements’ collection from Aestus
consists of three models designed to complement and enhance
existing kitchen styling
More
here:
Orfeo
from Acova
Designed by prestigious Italian style house King & Miranda,
the 'Orfeo' from Acova
scooped top international awards such as the German Design Council's
Design Plus Prize - for stunning looks combined with enhanced
performance
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here:
Wolseley Financials Show UK in Good Health
Wolseley
has issued its pre-close trading statement for the five months ending
December 31st 2007, and it shows a serious decline in North America, where
the group has recently announced it is to shed 3000 jobs. With revenue
down around 10%, and trading profit even worse at some 40% down, the group
is looking for quick savings in the US.
'Whilst the liquidity squeeze has particularly affected the USA, consumer
uncertainty is also having some impact on European markets' says Group
Chief Exec. Chip Hornsby. However, good performances were recorded in
the UK, the Nordic region, Switzerland and the Netherlands, offset by
lower profits in France, Austria and Italy.
Meanwhile, another dozen exhibitor offerings are added to our KBB 2008
Preview which is now building a real head of steam with only five
weeks to go. This week, we add the following exhibitors to our Preview:
Articad, Bathomatic, Bisque, Clearwater, Dansani, Deva, easyquote, Hardy
Inside, KitchenAid, Manrose, Maytag, Shires and Sensio Lighting. Our ongoing
list of exhibitor stand descriptions, meanwhile, can be found here.
Finally I'm not sure how old the photo of this Hackney based white goods emporium is, but it made me laugh!
Business
Development Manager at William Ball
William Ball has announced the appointment of Brian Docherty
as its new Business Development Manager for Scotland and County
Durham, Northumberland and Cleveland.
[More
here]
Marflow
Sales Team
Marflow Engineering, a specialist in the
design and manufacture of a wide range of showers, mixers, taps
and bathroom accessories, has strengthened its sales team with two
new appointments.
[More
here]
Kelly
Taylor Takes to the Road for Franke
Franke has announced the appointment of a new Regional Sales
Manager, to manage the Midlands area. Looking to provide a superior
service, Franke is employing the skills of Kelly Taylor to intensify
the company’s commitment and focus to customers in the region.
[More
here]
William
Ball Appoints New Head of Retail
William Ball has appointed Peter Loftus as National Retail
Manager. Peter joins the Grays-based furniture manufacturer with
a wealth of experience in the kitchen industry including latterly
as National Sales Manager for Mobalpa, where he worked for seven
years, and prior to that six years with Gower Furniture.
[More
here]
Ideal
Standard Appoints John Rietveldt as CEO
Ideal Standard International, a leading provider of bathroom
solutions, has announced the appointment of John Rietveldt as Chief
Executive Officer.
[More
here]
Laufen
Re-Structures Sales Force
Continued investment in product development, distributor relationships
and new acquisitions is undoubtedly the foremost reasoning behind
Laufen's continued growth since its inception to the
UK marketplace in 2000.
[More
here]
PWS
Extends Design Expertise
With
an increasingly busy launch programme and extensive product portfolio,
PWS has appointed designer Graeme Smith to enhance
the company's design expertise.
[More
here]
First
Interactive Brochure for Siemens
Kitchen appliance manufacturer Siemens
has broken the mould by introducing its first interactive brochure.
Available now in DVD format, Siemens' interactive brochure for built
in appliances replicates its 215-page printed counterpart produced
for 2008.
[More
here]
HiB
Continues to Lead in the Bathroom
On the front cover of the latest HiB
catalogue it says ‘complete bathroom solutions...mirrors, cabinets,
washbasins, furniture & lighting’. As the copy line goes
- it does what it says on the tin ... but a lot more.
[More
here]
Screwfix
Adds More to Latest Catalogue
With even more brands, more deals and more new
products, the latest Screwfix catalogue (issue 90)
has over 1,100 pages of high quality, low cost building, maintenance
and refurbishment items.
[More
here]
Theobalds
Complete Catalogue Out Now
Theobalds has launched the second edition of its 'complete
catalogue', an in-depth brochure of its entire product portfolio.
As a 'one stop shop' supplier, Theobalds offers a host of leading
brands to enable its customers to access one central ordering point.
[More
here]
New
Ceramic Tile Catalogue
The new, super-sized catalogue of ceramic tiles
from Craven Dunnill's Renaissance Collection has just
been published and comprises 192 pages, 88 ranges and over 1000
different tiles, all of which are held in stock.
[More
here]
Evolution
Brochure from Aqata
Aqata, the independent British manufacturer
of shower enclosures, has unveiled a new brochure to accompany the
launch of its Evolution range.
[More
here]
100
Years Of Ideal Home Inspiration
Marking
one hundred years of iconic home innovation and inspiration, the Ideal
Home Show kicks off its centenary celebrations on Friday 14th March, 2008.
[More
here]
Ambiente
- Talents Zeitgeist in Great Demand
Applications
came from a total of 33 countries and eleven of them will be represented
at Ambiente, Frankfurt from 8th to 12th February: next year's
Talents are distinguished by internationality, creativity and a pronounced
feeling for the zeitgeist of the consumer-goods world.
[More
here]
Ideo
Bain 2008 - The Bathroom Exhibition
As a show that brings together the sector's leading brands and an international
reference for the bathroom industry, Ideo Bain will run
for six days from 5th to 10th February 2008, in hall 1 of the Porte de
Versailles Exhibition Centre. Ideo Bain will also open to the general
public for three days from Friday 8th to Sunday 10th February 2008.
[More
here]
Tecnargilla
2008
Tecnargilla
is the international trade fair on technologies and materials for the
ceramic and terracotta industries, organised by Rimini Fiera in collaboration
with Acimac, whose upcoming edition will be held from the 30th September
to the 4th October 2008.
[More
here]
kbbreview
Expo 2009
dmg
world media has announced kbbreview EXPO 2009, 'London's
premier buying event for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry.
[More
here]
Gaggenau
Wins Ten 'iF Design Awards'
Luxury built in kitchen appliance specialist Gaggenau
has won a total of ten prestigious awards in the 2008 'iF Design awards'
handed out by the Industrie Forum Design in Hanover, Germany.
[More
here]
Robin
Levien's Royal Commendation
Robin Levien, Royal Designer for Industry and Ideal
Standard's award-winning non-executive Design Director was nominated
for the Design Council's Prince Philip Designers Prize at the end of last
year and he has received a special commendation from HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
[More
here]
Hudson
Reed on Tour
Hudson Reed has commissioned a new showroom
display vehicle in the distinctive Hudson Reed livery, kitted out with
the latest company products as a free of charge sales aid for its dealer
network.
[More
here]
New
Look for BAL
BAL has a new look, expressing the forward-looking
attitude of the tiling adhesives and grouts specialist as it approaches
its half-century.
[More
here]
Adamsez
Proves Hit with Readers
Adamsez has been blown away by the runaway
success of a recent competition in the Telegraph's Homes & Property
supplement, which generated an unprecedented response.
[More
here]
Abode
goes 'Back to Black' for 2008
Design
led kitchen tap manufacturer Abode, is set to launch its
new 2008 packaging – ‘Back to Black’.
[More
here]
Crown
Imperial POS and Product Portfolio
Dedicated to continuously supporting its network of
retailers with a range of marketing material, Crown Imperial
is offering new point of sale and product portfolios.
[More
here]
Go
Online with ROM Aqua
ROM Aqua is set to officially launch
its new website, www.romaqua.com this month.
More
here:
acajou
Website
Following on from the recent successful launch at Decorex 2007,
bathroom specialist acajou
has announced a new and comprehensive website detailing its range
of products and services.
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here:
Britannia
Introduces New Retailer Training Courses
Retailers
in the South no longer need make a trip up to Blackpool for Britannia's
popular training course, as the range cooker specialist has teamed
up with the exclusive Meluki Cookery School to offer a series of
sessions in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire.
More
here:
Servis
UK's Meningitis Funds Target
Servis UK has now raised £10,000
towards Meningitis UK's Search 4 a Vaccine campaign. As part of its
ongoing pledge to the charity, dedicated employees joined the charity's
team for part of the 'Bridge the Gap' walk from Gateshead to Bristol,
the donations from which have tipped the funds raised by Servis' employees
over the £10,000 milestone.
More
here:
Symphony Embraces Retail
Symphony has been continuing its investment in retail brand Embrace, introducing five new bedroom designs to its extensive collection as well as a portfolio of new lifestyle photography.
More here:
Subtle
Natural Look for Craven Dunnill Wall Tiles
Craven
Dunnill
continues to expand its extensive, design-led, ceramic wall tile offering
and has introduced the new Sideral range which features a subtle leaf
pattern with a contemporary twist.
More
here:
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Geberit
Presses On with New Large Diameter Copper Fittings
Geberit,
manufacturer of plumbing and drainage technologies,
has added to its already extensive Mapress copper range
with the launch of its large diameter copper fittings.
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Wolseley
Pre-Close Trading Statement shows Europe Best Segment
Wolseley plc, the world's largest specialist
trade distributor of plumbing and heating products to professional
contractors and a leading supplier of building materials, has
issued its regular trading statement for the five months ended
31st December 2007, prior to entering its close period.
[More
on this Story]
Three's
No Crowd
2007
has been a game of three halves for RAK Ceramics, with turnover
up across the board. Whilst gearing up for a massive show-down
at KBB 2008, RAK Ceramics is celebrating a phenomenal 2007, which
has seen turnover rise by an impressive 31%.
[More
on this Story]
The
'Power of RED' from Electrolux Receives Accreditation from GHI
The Power of Red vacuum cleaner by Electrolux
has passed rigorous quality testing and has received prestigious
Accreditation from the Good Housekeeping Institute.
[More
on this Story]
Rearo
On the Move in Dunfermline
The
man who first established the Rearo brand in Dunfermline more
than 26 years ago has now master-minded the company's successful
move to new showroom premises in the town.
[More
on this Story]
Making
the Kitchen Special is Top for Indulgent Home Owners
When
it comes to turning a house into a home, it seems the kitchen
is top of our priorities for investing time, energy and cash to
create a room that's the heart of family life - and the envy of
all our friends.
[More
on this Story]
Sigma
3 Kitchens are Perfect Recipe for Luxury at Bluestone
A
new Pembrokeshire short-break destination is proving the perfect
recipe for success for Welsh kitchen manufacturer and retailer
Sigma 3.
[More
on this Story]
TTA
Doubles in Size
Since
The Tile Association was formed in January 2000, to represent
the whole of the UK wall and floor tile Industry under one organisation,
it has more than doubled in size.
[More
on this Story]
Alan
Ford t/a Kitchens Advert Falls Foul of ASA
The
Advertising Standards Authority has upheld a complaint from a
member of the public about a regional press advert, for Alan Ford
t/a Kitchens.
[More
on this Story]
AquaJoy
Bathlifts Falls Foul of ASA
A
complaint, objecting to a brochure for AquaJoy Bathlifts of Consett,
County Durham was upheld in ten of the twelve objections, according
to published details from the Advertising Standards Authority.
[More
on this Story]
Shower
the One You Love this Valentine's
At
the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) we're passionate
about water efficiency - and well, just passionate!
[More
on this Story]
Aqata
Unveils First Ever Range of Showers
Aqata,
the independent British manufacturer of shower enclosures, has
announced the launch of the new Linneal Shower range, the company's
first ever range of showers.
[More
on this Story]
Rosecourt
Moves Forward
Started
just over nine months ago by Len Iisak and his partners, Rosecourt
Furniture has made rapid progress supplying quality designs to
the kitchen and bedroom sectors as well as the burgeoning home
office/study market.
[More
on this Story
Optimistic
Outlook on 2008 for HOMAG Group AG
The
favourable order situation gathered further momentum for the HOMAG
Group AG into the fourth quarter of 2007.
[More
on this Story]
KBB SHOW PREVIEW
Shires
at KBB 2008
Shires
will be launching Corvo, a new 16-piece suite of clean-cut, white
contemporary style sanitaryware. Each piece is simple, yet stunning
and will suit all installations - new build and refurbishments.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
MAYTAG
and KitchenAid(R) at KBB 2008
Maytag
UK is exhibiting at this year's KBB exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham
2-5th March. On show will be the latest from the company's flagship
brands, Maytag and KitchenAid(R). Building on last year's successful
launch, KitchenAid will be showcasing its latest innovations comprising
of ovens, hobs, and an entirely new refrigeration range and wine
storage solutions. The Maytag brand will exhibit their latest
refrigeration models.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
KBB
Show Launch for Sovereign
A
first appearance at the KBB Show at the NEC from 2 - 5th March
sees Sovereign Appliance Marketing setting its sights firmly on
the built-in kitchen market. Sovereign launched its white goods
brand with an extensive range of freestanding cooling, cooking
and home laundry products in 2006 and quickly saw it take off.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
ALNO
to Unveil New Colours, Finishes and Innovations
The
world's second largest kitchen manufacturer, ALNO is set to showcase
its latest designs, colours, finishes and innovations at this
year's KBB Show. Precision-designed and manufactured at the Company's
headquarters in Pfullendorf, Germany, ALNO's new 2008 collection
contains much to get excited about, says ALNO's group marketing
manager, Anne-Marie Reed.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Mereway
Group Launches New Ranges at KBB
Mereway
Group of Companies are launching exciting new ranges at KBB in
March this year designed to meet retailers demand for new and
exciting styles and finishes.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Planit
International at KBB 2008
Planit International Ltd is the UK's leading developer
of advanced design and visualisation software for the KBB industry.
The sector's only Microsoft Certified Partner, the latest release
of Planit Fusion underlines the company's 22-year pedigree with
a series of new enhancements, giving superior graphics and unrivalled
presentational quality.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
First
Class Glass from Franke
Franke
says that it has become the first major sink manufacturer to introduce
a glass and steel sink that is set to take 'doing the dishes'
to another level. Franke is set to launch the Kubus KBV range
of glass sinks which combine durable stainless steel bowls with
hygienic yet style-led toughened glass drainers and surrounds.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Aqualux
Unveils Latest Design-Editions at KBB
Aqualux
is hosting its largest ever stand at the Kitchen, Bedroom and
Bathroom exhibition to showcase its collection of enclosures,
bath screens and steam cabins.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
ArtiCAD
Ltd at KBB 2008
ArtiCAD
Ltd develops, supplies and supports Computer-Aided sales tools
for the KBB Industry – making it easier to sell kitchen,
bedroom and bathroom designs.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Unique
Automation Launches Bathomatic at KBB
Unique Automation will be showing its bathomatic digital
bath filler at KBB 2008, on stand A52 (Hall 7). Bringing full
automation to the bathroom, bathomatic can be controlled from
a small, wall-mounted touch-screen pad or any other location.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Bisque
Launch at KBB: the Outline Towel Radiator
Bisque
is launching the Outline towel radiator at KBB, a Paul Priestman
design which is loop-shaped and made from coiled steel tubing
to create a simple, bold, silhouette.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Carron
Phoenix at KBB
Centre
stage on the Carron Phoenix stand are two new granite sink ranges,
Java and Fiji, which will further enhance the company's extensive
sink portfolio.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Clearwater
Launches Contemporary New Baths
The
largest manufacturer of luxury freestanding acrylic baths in Europe,
Clearwater Collection Ltd will be exhibiting the Graffiti range
for the first time in the UK, at KBB 2008. This designer-range
was first shown at ISH Frankfurt last year and the company says
that it has proved enormously successful.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
One
Hundred Reasons to Visit Crosswater's Stand
Showcasing
100 new products, Crosswater says that its stand at KBB 2008 (C31,
Hall 20) will be brimming with innovations and inspiration. Including
a captivating array of the very latest brassware products, with
taps, showers and accessories, the Crosswater stand is an essential
stop.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Dansani
at KBB 2008
Danish
bathroom furniture designer Dansani says that it has lots of surprises
for KBB 2008. The company’s huge stand has 22 displays.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Deva
Makes a Stand at KBB
Deva
is showcasing a number of new brassware products alongside even
more shower products utilising the Satinjet™ water-saving
technology at KBB 2008.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
easyquote:
Sensio
Product Data now Available
Kitchen
and furniture lighting manufacturer Sensio is partnering easyquote,
the UK's leading supplier of total business software for the KBB
industry, in making all of its products available electronically
to the company's more than 3000 users.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Hardy
Inside at KBB
Hardy Inside says that the company's should
be one of the more spectacular stands at KBB 2008. Hardy Inside
is a family owned manufacturer of distinctive contemporary, traditional
and hand painted designs.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
New
from Impulse Bathrooms
Impulse
Bathrooms is taking a major leap forward by introducing complete
ranges of baths and brassware to add to its extensive collection
of ceramic suites. It will therefore be able to offer complete
high quality bathroom suites specifically styled for today's British
bathrooms.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Manrose
at KBB
Manrose
Manufacturing, the UK's largest manufacturer of domestic fans,
will be exhibiting products from its comprehensive range of ducting
systems at KBB 2008, including high performance Flatduct 225/300mm
x 25mm ducting with moulded sockets.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Reginox
Launches New Sinks at KBB 2008
On
stand F14 at KBB 2008, Reginox UK will be launching
two new stainless steel sinks aimed at homeowners seeking a luxury
sink at a budget price. The RLE 217S and RLE 220S are the result
of new manufacturing techniques that are enabling Reginox to produce
these two sinks at an extremely competitive price.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Sensio
Lighting at KBB 2008
Sensio,
a manufacturer of high quality furniture and kitchen lighting,
is exhibiting at KBB 2008 (stand G12).
The show will provide a launch platform for Sensio's many new
product lines including the LED Colour Changing Flexible Strip.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Simpson's
New TEN Frameless Shower Screens
Enter
TEN - the bespoke frameless shower screen solution from Simpsons.
‘Through superior manufacturing, comprehensive style opportunities
and ease of installation, the TEN range allows the creation of
a unique and elite showering space.’
[More
on this Exhibitor]
Zimmer
at KBB 2008
Zimmer is unveiling the Arabesque kitchen as
the flagship design to launch the new Cubica range at KBB. In
black and white matt finish laminate, Arabesque features a wallpaper
effect, floral patterned door.
[More
on this Exhibitor]
More
Exhibitors here
Company presentations - including ALNO, Abode, Aeon
Radiator Heaven, Aqualux, Aqata, Axiom, BLANCO, Baumatic, Bushboard,
Caple, Carron Phoenix, Coral Designs, Coram, Crosswater, De Dietrich,
easyquote, Eurobath, FagorBrandt, Franke, GE Appliances, Geberit,
Hansgrohe, HiB, Impulse Bathrooms, Jacuzzi, Joyou, Laufen, Matki,
Mereway Bathrooms, Oikos Cucine, Poggenpohl, Planit International,
Pronorm, Radiating Style, rational, RAK Ceramics, Reginox, Roman,
Shades, Shires, Simpsons, Sylmar, Silestone, Sovereign Appliances,
tc Bathrooms, Twyfords, Victoria & Albert, William Ball, are
listed here.
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Exhibitors]
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Cut
the VAT!
The
Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) is campaigning
to cut the VAT on maintenance, repair and materials
to five per cent in a bid to tackle the current housing
shortage and the impact of our buildings on carbon
emission levels. A positive outcome will help consumers
make their homes more energy and water efficient and
go a long way to eradicating the ongoing problem of
rogue tradesmen taking advantage of consumers.
[More
Here]
Building
A Business In 2008
This
time of year always brings numerous surveys and economic
forecasts about what is in store for the coming twelve
months. Now that the madness of the sales has passed
retailers in the KBB industry can take stock and assess
how their businesses are going to prosper during what
is generally termed to be 'tough trading conditions'.
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Here]
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