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Ideal-Standard
Sprints Ahead with New Cera Range
Kitchen
taps have come a long way in recent years, not only in function but also
in design. Ideal Standard has combined
appearance with reliable operation to create the new Cera Sprint brassware
range.
Cera Sprint reflects modern continental styling along with a conscience
for environmental issues. Developed using the ‘CLICK Cartridge’
technology, Cera Sprint offers water saving benefits and also incorporates
an anti-scald temperature limiter.
There is a choice of standard swivel model or pull out version with a
multi-functional spout and easy clean feature. Cera Sprint comes in a
hard-wearing chrome finish.
Ideal Standard Cera Sprint is part of the Kitchenworks collection of kitchen
taps, mixers and sinks from Ideal Standard, Armitage Shanks and Jado.
Pictured is the Cera Sprint kitchen mixer with pull out spout suitable
for high water pressure systems.
Tel: 0870 129 6023
Web: http://www.thekitchenworks.uk.com
The
Staten 900 Bow front enclosure is part of Manhattan
Showers new M3 range.
The enclosure is also available in Clear and Tribeca glass options and
offers a contemporary alternative to clear glass doors.
Characterised by the elegant curved design on its hinged door, the more-glass,
less-frame design provides a simple, yet elegant look.
The smaller dimensions of this enclosure make it ideal for a guest or
en-suite bathroom.
Speaking on behalf of Manhattan, Sales & Marketing Director Gary Campbell
says, ‘The Staten glass design creates an overall appearance that
is both eye-catching and modern and is perfect for the more discerning
home owner.
In today’s minimalist interior design market, many companies offer
only clear glass, so the modern glass patterns, Tribeca and Staten are
ideal as a contemporary alternative.'
The 900 Bowfront enclosure starts at around £618 and is available
with a white, silver or chrome frame.
Tel: 01282 605000
Web: http://www.manhattanshowers.co.uk
SaniSteam
is a range of shower and steam enclosures available exclusively from nationwide
bathroom retailer, Boundary Bathrooms.
The range consists of thirteen models of shower enclosures with integrated
steam facilities.
Boundary
Bathrooms says that it has, with the announcement of SaniSteam, put paid
to the myth that you need both a vast amount of money and space to install
a steam shower. The smallest of the enclosures, the GI30, measures only
930x930x2090mm, similar dimensions to a regular shower enclosure, and
can therefore fit into most bathrooms. Other models facilitate two, three
and four person showering, depending on personal requirement and space
availability.
Steam bathing has been used globally for many centuries and has been enjoyed
by Romans, Scandinavians and even native New Zealanders. Similarly, the
use of steam in a SaniSteam enclosure can help to de-stress, relieve muscle
tension, ease ailments like asthma or colds or simply aid relaxation and
self indulgence. Each enclosure in the SaniSteam range has a steam generator
of 3kw and an internal radio to make the whole bathing experience more
enjoyable.
Although effective as a steam cabin, every SaniSteam model is a superb
showering enclosure too, in fact the larger enclosures within the range
feature body jets as well as a generously proportioned overhead shower.
The GL500 and GL600 models incorporate a bath with massage jets and even
an option to answer phone calls within the enclosure.
The SaniSteam range starts at £1299. For further details on this
and many other bathroom ideas, contact Boundary Bathrooms on 0870 4608732
or log on to http://www.boundarybathrooms.co.uk.
Hüppe’s
501 Classics range of shower enclosures and bath screens has been re-launched
with new products, new design details and new frame finishes giving the
range a fresh new face.
Three new styles introduced to the range are a square bi-fold door, square
2-way door and sliding bath screen. An offset quadrant style is also now
available, along with trays to fit all enclosures. New handles and hinges,
clear glazing – with the option of Hüppe’s easy clean,
Anti-Plaque finish - and white or silver frames, including a new iridium
silver finish, complete the package.
Simple, effective designs are combined with reasonable prices. Bi-fold
and 2 way doors start at £373. For more details, please call Hüppe’s
sole UK agents, RSJ Associates Ltd, on 01260 276188 or e-mail: mailto:info@rsjassociates.co.uk.
New
Fully Adjustable Shower Hinges from Prefit
Prefit,
specialist in fittings for glass, is marketing a new, improved, fully
adjustable Stremler shower hinge. It replaces the existing adjustable
hinge in Prefit’s Marine, Mareva and Melora range of shower hinges
and accessories.
Offering complete flexibility, the Stremler hinge enables it to be set
at any angle and locked into position. If the original chosen closing
point is not correct, the screw can be undone and the hinge reset to the
correct position.
Tel: 020 8961 4777.
Email: mailto:sales@prefitfittings.co.uk
Pegler
Unveils New Additions to ‘Top of the Range’ Luxury Bathroom
Taps and Mixers
Pegler has recently unveiled three
new additions to its range of luxury bathroom brassware – under the
names Signia, Slique and Opal – all with the new Francis Pegler ‘top
of the range’ branding. In all twenty-five new products have been
added to the luxury taps ranges.
‘Pegler’s quality kitchen and bathroom brassware options have
seen Pegler’s star in the ascendancy in recent years – our taps,
mixers and showering products have all taken the retail showroom, specifier
and the merchant sectors by storm. Increasingly, installers and plumbers
are turning to Pegler for quality, style and innovation, all wrapped up
into one – and keeping its customers happy with the precise control
of water flow that is Pegler’s stock in trade.’ says the company.
Signia is a crisp, intense new design, pleasing to the eye and
offering a full range of options including basin and bath pillar taps,
a monobloc basin mixer, a bath filler and a bath shower mixer.
Slique has a new minimalistic styling. No levers – just a simple,
clean cut simplicity. This range includes basin and bath pillar taps,
mono basin and bath taps, a pillar bath filler and a pillar mounted bath
shower mixer, along with a 3 hole basin mixer.
Opal is a curvaceous, sleek, streamlined range of luxury taps comprising
monobloc basin mixer, basin and bath pillar taps, a deck mounted two hole
bath filler and a bath shower mixer.
There
are also additions to the Xia and Traun ranges, and alongside other popular
names that have become favourites – Ovation, Celeste, Applause, Riveau,
Platino, Tiko and Lusso – add to the wide range of options now available
from Pegler.
Mike Dickinson is Pegler’s Product Manager for Taps, Mixers and Showers:
‘We’ve now officially launched the Francis Pegler branding for
the top of the range, luxury bathroom brassware ranges,’ he says.
‘We’re confident that the three new additions we’ve unveiled
will significantly enhance the range and help us to build the brand. We
know from the feedback we’ve been getting from all sectors of the
marketplace that we’re producing the right quality products for each
of those sectors and the new additions will add to our growing reputation
for offering a combination of experience, design and innovation.’
Pegler has recently launched a new A5 size brochure that is ideal for
installers and plumbers to have handy, when discussing taps and showers
with their customers. It features all the products in the range and offers
the chance for customers to thumb through it and pick the solutions for
their kitchens, bathrooms, en suites and shower rooms.
Tel: 0870 1200 284
Web: http://www.pegler.co.uk
Aquatower
2000 – The New Affordable High Performance Shower System from Grohe
The
elliptical shapes of the 'Aquatower 2000' from Grohe
are reminiscent of a surfboard or sail under wind. Freestanding like a
ship’s mast, the shower rail adds to the 'sail on a mast' image.
Whatever associations of maritime pastimes or beach-life are evoked, they
are all in fine keeping with the message of 'Aquatower 2000' which is
all about maximising the relaxing and invigorating effects of water in
people’s bathrooms.
Three multi-jet side showers pamper the user with a particularly rich
shower experience. Hinged in a 30-degree swivel joint, each of these showers
has 12 Grohe 'Speed Clean' nozzles (ie limescale simply wipes off with
the palm of your hand) that can produce both soft and vigorous jets of
water, depending on the setting chosen by the user. Overhead, a strong
flow of water in choice of spray patterns is supplied via a Grohe Sensia
handset that is connected to a hose for complete flexibility. Grohe’s
Aquadimmer device makes it easy to switch between, or combine, the hand
shower and the side showers / body jets. With comfort and safety in mind,
an integrated thermostat automatically evens out any fluctuations in water
pressure and keeps the water temperature at a steady level to ensure carefree
and convenient showering pleasure.
For further information about Grohe products, to request or download a
brochure see http://www.grohe.co.uk
or call 08708 488877.
The
newly launched Compass Pick 'n' Mix showering range from brassware manufacturer
Bristan made its debut at BK Expo
2005.
With its mirrored glass finish and star-shaped shower controls, this stylish
system is designed to deliver an exhilarating experience through a range
of shower options and accessories. A quick rinse or an all over pampering,
the choice is yours.
Kick start your day with the invigorating body jets or opt for the more
soothing adjustable handset. Not forgetting the full overhead shower through
the square shower rose. Or go for a combination to really ignite the senses.
Suitable for wet room installations, there is a choice of diverters that
when fitted with the thermostatically controlled shower valve, will direct
water to different spray outlets. There's a fixed shower head, removable
shower handset and wall-mounted body jets.
All Bristan products are tested to WRAS standards and come with a five
year guarantee and the additional benefit of a next day delivery service.
For stockist enquiries call 0870 4425555
Web: http://www.bristan.com
Soaking
it Up with New Wet Room Option
Aqualux
launched its first ever Walk-In shower with Wet Room fitting option at
BK Expo.
Trends
show that customers are continually looking to ‘shower-and-go’
in more spacious and luxurious surroundings, an experience which is already
favoured across Europe. Aqualux has responded to this demand with its
new Walk-In showers, which will form the latest edition to its existing
Energy range. The new collection has been specifically designed to be
easily adapted into a fashionable Wet Room.
The Walk-In comes in three sizes – 1400mm x 800mm, 1400mm x 900mm
and 1700mm x 900mm with a standard of height of 1900mm. All are supplied
with a hardwood, water-resistant foot board.
The Walk-In with Wet Room options have been designed for easy conversion
and installation. A conversion kit is available to transform the Walk-In
into a Wet Room installation. The kit includes an adjustable foot and
wall channel spacers to provide installers with an easy fitting solution
for a range of floor slopes.
Aqualux has used 6mm clear safety glass and high quality die cast chrome
plated fittings. As with its other ranges, Aqualux has concentrated on
providing a contemporary and stylish solution. The Walk-In is supplied
with a slimline tray, integral towel rail and is available in polished
silver. Other features include Aqualux's wall-fixing clamping system to
make instalment quick and easy.
Mike Jones, Sales and Marketing Director, said: 'This is an exciting move
for Aqualux as it is the first time we have launched a Wet Room option.
We want our name to be synonymous with contemporary and stylish shower
surrounds and this competitively priced new design certainly makes us
stand out against a growing market.'
Tel: 0870 241 6131
Web: http://www.aqualux.co.uk
Old
Fashioned Charm with Shannon from Carron Phoenix
For
the purists and modern traditionalists alike, the Shannon tap from Carron
Phoenix offers classic styling and old fashioned charm.
It fits with the trend for mixing old and new within the home for the
feel-good factor of nostalgia.
It works especially well with granite and timber worksurfaces and can
be teamed with any of the Belfast ceramic or stainless steel undermount
sinks within Carron Phoenix's portfolio.
Available in chrome or brass, Shannon's two hole bridge design offers
an alternative to the single hole models.
Other touches are the graceful swan neck spout, traditional capstan handles
and retro lettering.
Shannon is part of Carron's tap portfolio that offers a wide range of
designs and finishes.
It is designed to complement the company's extensive sink offer in ceramic,
granite and stainless.
Tel: 01324 638 321
Web: http://www.carron.com
Tap
into the Latest Style from The Kitchen Works
Kitchen
taps have come a long way in recent years, not only in function but also
in design. Recognised for design as well as reliability at affordable
prices, The Kitchen Works offers a
wide range of brassware to complement both contemporary and traditional
kitchens.
Recent trends in design are moving towards a softer form of minimalist
styling. The Kitchen Works provides a range of tap finishes including
nickel and chrome to suit a variety of tastes.
The Silver Single lever Monoblock Mixer from The Kitchen Works is an example
of soft-minimalism, and is suitable for all water pressure systems.
The Silver range of brassware comes with a choice of single or dual lever
handles. Alternatively a three-hole mixer is available. The high arch
of the mixer is functional for washing big pots and pans or bulky items
leaving plenty of room to move things around in the sink.
Another option worth considering is the Cera 600GL Single Lever Two Hole
Mixer with separate spout. The pull-out spray rinse makes the water accessible
wherever you may need it. Suitable for high-pressure water systems only,
the Cera 600 is available in chrome/black mixage.
For further information please call: 0800 138 0862