Weekly Email News for the Kitchen, Bathroom and Bedroom Industries
11th March 2005
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Celebrating 25 years in the UK and Ireland, De Dietrich has introduced its expanded 2005 built – in range, the highlights of which are as follows:
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Neff’s new Range Cooker, model F3470 has already won a prestigious ‘iF’ award for design. The 100cm wide range cooker has a solid ‘chunky’ finish with matching fascia, solid oval controls for ovens and hob, plus doors, handles and rear upstand
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As part of the new built-in range, Indesit has launched the FIDM 20 IX double oven
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Baumatic has made additions to its MegaChef series of ovens, part of the company’s flagship Studio Solari collection
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Hotpoint's EG600X 60cm Range Cooker is designed to fit in smaller spaces whilst still providing all the benefits of a full size range cooker
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William Ball has introduced the wonder of walnut to its portfolio of contemporary kitchens
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Uform, Irelands biggest distributor of kitchen doors and accessories, has just launched its new ranges, featured as ‘eight’ kitchen combinations
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Poggenpohl's +Segmento in horizontal light oak with stainless steel gives a modern take on a traditional theme without the drawbacks associated with using open grain or untreated wood
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Bushboard has added three new designs to its Prima collection: both Perlato Granite and Natural Block Walnut create the right look to mirror natural materials at a fraction of the cost
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Orama has developed Vesta, a semi-bespoke solid surface as part of its recently launched Minerva range aimed at kitchen furniture manufacturers
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Trade Mouldings Distribution, has launched a new walnut finish door for kitchens and bedrooms called Hebden
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Kitchen manufacturer, Poggenpohl, launched its latest innovation, PLUSMODO at IMM Cuisinale
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The Prima Kitchen Collection has been upgraded by its parent, The Kitchen Group. The result is a new carcase system and three new kitchens – the first of which is the ‘Madison’
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DiLusso Distribution has started 2005 with the launch of its new range of doors, the Pippy Oak design called Trieste being the most distinctive in the range
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Stoneham's Strata design incorporates a full range of units and cabinet dimensions all internally fitted with the latest space saving storage features and motion enhancement
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Alnofinn is the latest design from the ALNO Group and focuses on the natural beauty of spruce and features solid frames and real wood panels
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Rational has recently launched telaio, available in camee repro and all micro-lacquer colours
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Ideal-Standard's latest addition is the Joy shower enclosure, designed to cater for a wide range of tastes and budget options
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Merlyn Shower Enclosures has announced the introduction of a selection of shower columns to the company’s product range
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A flexible approach to shower enclosures is offered from HSK with the Imperial 1 door slider and side panels
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To enhance it's existing brassware range and respond to demands for contemporary styling, Fordham has launched the new Vigo range
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Kohler has recently unveiled the new Purist Hatbox toilet as an example of 'melding stark beauty with outstanding function'
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Two years ago Villeroy & Boch set up the 'Loop & Friends' circle, for which the circular 'water-bowl Loop' was joined by the new wash-basin shapes: square, rectangle, triangle and ellipse
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With ‘Europe’, Bohle is introducing to the market the first series of shower door hinges originating from Bohle's own development and production
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Jacuzzi has unveiled a new series of whirlpool baths - Alpha, Gamma and Sigma - that were designed in conjunction with Pininfarina, legendary for Ferrari car designs
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With its contemporary European styling and crisp, angular lines running through each piece, Fordham says that the lxia suite makes a powerful first impression on potential buyers
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Performance, Good Looks or Both
It was entirely appropriate that Maytag chose to launch its new range of refrigeration and washing products in the company of Lamborghinis and Ferraris at an event at Prestwold Hall in Leicestershire. The buzz word, of course was performance, and guests treated to a day of driving performance cars were also invited to look at some stunning new products which look great (thanks to some new finishes and hardware) and have a host of new features which enhance the way they perform.

Pfleiderer Industrie Ltd. the UK subsidiary of Pfleiderer AG, one of Europe's largest HPL/wood based panel manufacturers has a new website specifically for UK customers.
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Zendor is launching a new ‘Online Experience Review’ service to help retailers and manufacturers improve their e-commerce proposition and increase response rates, average order values and profitability.
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Barnes of Ashburton's new website not only showcases the company's kitchens but also provides design advice and planning tips that will help guide you through the kitchen buying process.
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Three retailer members of the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association are celebrating after netting top honours at the Bathrooms and Kitchens Industry Awards.
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The Moores Furniture Group, which incorporates the Shades bathroom furniture brand, was recognised for its commitment to training recently.
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Kitchen Culture was delighted when gifted Director and Designer, Tristan de la Haye, scooped two prestigious designer awards at this year's Bathroom and Kitchens lndustry Awards.
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The National Kitchen & Bath Association's (NKBA) Endorsed Programs department recently announced its schedule of competitions for students to enter in 2005 and 2006.
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On Friday 12th November, 29 school children from Cavendish Primary School in Eccleshill, aged between 9 and 10 visited the Jacuzzi UK factories on the Euroway Trading Estate in Bradford.
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Planit International, the specialist industry software provider, has completed its first Sales by Design training course and awarded two design professionals with Diplomas.
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An industry Scholarship Scheme pioneered by Roman Limited, the UK shower enclosure manufacturer is continuing to be successful following its launch in 2001.
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Trade Partners Given Special Section at AMDEA Show
A special section of The AMDEA Show is being created for trade partners offering services to the industry. Domestic and General and BEAB are the first to take stands at the show, being held at the NEC on 24 – 26 April this year.
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Exposure to Experts at EXPO
Inspiration, aspiration, knowledge and trend spotting - all can be found together within the seminar programme on offer at Bathrooms and Kitchens EXPO during 8th - 10th May 2005 at London's premier exhibition venue, ExCeL.
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Blum at ZOW 2005
The 2005 edition of ZOW at Bad Salzuflen in Germany takes place this month and maintains its reputation as a premier forum of future concepts and cutting edge products. ‘Particularly’ says Blum UK Managing Director Michael Powell, ‘as a venue for design ideas and future orientated concepts.’
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Interclima + Elec home&building 2006
Reed Exhibitions is launching Interclima + Elec home&building a new trade event that covers all the trades involved in finishing and smart buildings. It is the product of two major events in the building market: Interclima, the HVAC show, and Elec Home & Building, which focuses on electrical installation and smart buildings.
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KBSA Launches New Industry Awards
The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association is set to launch a new series of awards to recognise and reward the best designers, retailers and suppliers in the interiors business.
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Brands representing over 80% of the Domestic Appliance market are already fully committed to The AMDEA Show (NEC 24-26 April 2005).
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'Outlook - shaping water' is a topical design competition and exhibition at ISH 2005 (15-19 March 2005).
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Epoc Messe Frankfurt, Dubai, has finalised its plans for ISH Kitchen and Bathroom Gulf.
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Interbuild 2006 - The Building Show takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from April 23 to 27.
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Part M of the Building Regulations concerns access and facilities for disabled people, including requirements regarding sanitary conveniences. Anna Burns, marketing manager of Twyford Bathrooms, looks at how it makes provision for those with special needs.
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FRANKE COMMENTS

Curtain Call For Changing Rooms
But What an Impact it’s Had on our Industry
There’s some debate whether Changing Rooms marked designer brilliance or decorating disaster, but there’s no doubt that the programme gave the home improvement market a real makeover. Changing Rooms, which was the first show of its kind when it appeared on screens in 1996, regularly attracted ten million viewers and saw neighbour battle it out against neighbour in a contest of plaster, plywood and paint.
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PRODUCT OF THE WEEK

DuPont™ Thermx® PCT Baking Tins Help Reduce Operating Costs and Improve Efficiency
Industrial baking tins made of DuPont™ Thermx® high temperature polyester are gaining acceptance across Europe as a viable alternative to their metal counterparts. Benefits encountered by bakeries after switching to plastic include no requirement for coating of the tin, potential energy savings through shorter or reduced heating times, no possibility of corrosion over time and overall weight reduction of the tins, facilitating handling.
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Unique Venue to Preview Neff's 2005 Collection
Built-in appliance specialist Neff recently unveiled 'Evolution 2005', a new cooking collection for 2005 and beyond. Against the backdrop of 'The Concept Centre', a unique venue in Bedfordshire, Neff created a purpose built exhibition to showcase the new look range.
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Electrolux Takes Lead in Built-In Cooking says GfK
The latest GfK* audited Major Domestic Appliance (MDA) sales figures for January 2005 reveal a significant market volume growth of 12.1% over the same month last year. The data, which notably includes the period from Boxing Day 2004 through to late January 2005, suggests that it was not all doom and gloom in the high street.
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Maytag Emphasises 'Faster, Leaner' Organisation at Investors Conference
Maytag Corporation reaffirmed its business strategies and guidance on March 7th during the 26th annual Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference in Orlando, Fla., saying that Maytag is a much different company than it was a year ago.
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BMA Training: Acting on Initiative
Yvonne Orgill Commercial Director of the BMA talks about how the newly appointed Training Co-ordinator will help further the implementation of the BMA’s Bathroom Education Initiative.
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KBSA Chief Executive Joins Design Awards Judging Panel
Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association chief executive Graham Hayden is to be a member of the judging panel for the new National Home Awards 2005.
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Strong Growth Boosts Laufen's Profits
Sanitary-ware manufacturer Laufen has announced substantial growth from 2003-2004. 'Continued investment in product development, distributor relationships and new acquisitions is undoubtedly the foremost reasoning behind the fantastic year-end statistics.'
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Zeyko Joins KBSA as Corporate Member
One of Germany’s top kitchen industry brand manufacturers has joined the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association as a corporate member.
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Maple Industries t/a Discount Kitchens Direct Attracts Complaints
Complaints objecting to a magazine advertisement for Maple Industries t/a Discount Kitchens Direct of Oldham, Lancashire were upheld in all three of the objections according to published details from the Advertising Standards Authority.
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Hotpoint and Westbury Work Together
Hotpoint and Westbury Homes have strengthened their relationship, with a new housing development in Longlevens, Gloucester. Hotpoint enjoys a strong relationship with Westbury which has developed since it was initiated in the early 1990s.
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Homecare Expands to Offer Total Bathroom Solutions
Homecare, one of the largest independent home improvement centres in the country, has recently expanded its showroom to offer an enhanced selection of bathroom solutions to customers.
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A Top Timber Offer from PWS
PWS is offering a 10% discount on bespoke timber worksurface orders placed between 1st April and 31st May 2005. The promotion applies to the complete range of 12 timber species.
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Villeroy & Boch: Improved Sales and Result in 2004
The Villeroy & Boch Group announced its first provisional figures for 2004 at 'Ambiente', the international consumer-goods trade fair in Frankfurt.
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Indesit Company Presents New Built-In Collections
In response to a significant growth in the built-in market, Indesit is adding to its existing range with a new collection of products which were launched in February 2005.
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MACHINERY MATTERS

Mark Cooper Cabinets ‘up for’ the new Hoffmann
Mark Cooper Cabinets, based near Shrewsbury in Shropshire, is an established company of 20 years standing supplying top quality products to individual customers at the top end of the market. The company is primarily a kitchen maker but also supplies bespoke designs for bedrooms, bathrooms and some home office products.
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KBSA CORNER...

KBSA Advice to Retailers Struggling with Part P
The KBSA has issued advice to its members advising them how to fulfill the requirements of the new Part P legislation. ‘We have been working closely with the KBB NTG, (Kitchen, Bathroom & Bedroom National Training Group), the ODPM (Office of the Deputy Prime Minister) and a number of Competent Scheme Operators to help our members deal with this legislation which has been introduced too quickly and without proper planning,’ says KBSA Chief Executive Graham Hayden.
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