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Introduces Freedom Shower/Bath System
Bathstore.com
has introduced the Freedom shower/bath system - a collection of complementary
products, specifically designed to encompass all the requirements of today’s
bathroom. Whether your preference for unwinding is soaking in a hot bath,
an invigorating shower or relaxing in bubbles, the Freedom shower/bath
system is a suitable choice to meet all these needs.
The
shape of the acrylic Freedom bath priced £272 is both stylish and
multifunctional. One end has been specifically formed and moulded to embrace
the lines of a reclined body for maximum comfort in bathing whilst the
other curves out to a width of 900mm providing a roomy and spacious area
for over bath showering. The Freedom curved bath screen priced £331
is made from safety glass and is shaped to the contours of the bath, so
as well as looking good, is a perfect fit. An addition to this range is
the Freedom straight bath screen priced £265, which when used with
the curved bath screen creates a complete shower enclosure for splash
free showering and folds neatly away when not required.
The modern bathroom has become a sanctuary from the demands of modern
day living – a facility for relaxation and recuperation, which is
why the Freedom bath is also available with an 11-jet whirlpool system.
The concept of ‘bathroom wellness’ is becoming increasing popular
and at the price of £792 Bathstore.com have made bubbling away the
stresses and strains of every day life in the comfort and tranquillity
of your own bathroom affordable. Great fun for the kids too.
Bathstore.com also has an extensive choice of taps, showers and accessories
in a range of designs for those all-important finishing touches.
Tel: 07000 228 478
Web: http://www.bathstore.com
Torbeck
Next Generation Float Valve Technology Launched
Opella
has just launched the Torbeck Compact, which incorporates next generation
equilibrium valve technology and is particularly suited for use in continental
style sanitary ware.
Designed to fit the smallest cisterns, the Torbeck Compact has a quiet
fill and is available in both bottom and side entry configurations. This
WRAS approved product is also available with 1/2" plastic and 3/8"
brass connections.
Paul Colder, Product Manager for Opella, said: ‘The technology behind
the Torbeck Compact reflects the current trend towards compact, continental
style sanitary ware. With the Torbeck Compact, its small size goes hand
in hand with superior filling performance.’
Contact: Paul Colder
Tel: 01432 357331
Intriguing
Design from Impulse
The
latest Impulse design to be launched by Birmingham-based Mandarin
Building Products, is the Intrigue toilet suite.
Intrigue
is a very new contemporary and minimalist design, which reflects today’s
fashion style. The first arrival to the range is a close coupled P trap
pan design with its own bespoke seat and cover. The Intrigue cistern is
push button operated and complies with 6 and 3 litre flush capacity regulations.
The strong lines of the cistern complement the pan to give an electrifying
new look. Whilst this toilet suite is co-operative in style and could
be used with many different existing basins from the Impulse range a fully
complementary basin and pedestal are also currently being modelled and
should be available in early 2004.
Gary Hawkins, General Manager of Mandarin said, ‘We are very pleased
with the Intrigue toilet suite design, its strong lines make it stand
out. The whole Impulse range continues to grow and simply goes from strength
to strength with each new design or suite.
'Our ability and capacity to continually enhance the Impulse range with
new products and upgrade and refresh existing products caters well for
the market’s thirst for something new. The breadth of the range and
product options available allows the customer a real independence when
designing their bathroom – whether it is contemporary or a more traditional
style that is required.’
The intrigue toilet suite is available in white. Soft cream and Pergammon
colours are available to order.
Tel: 0121 328 6824
W&G
Sissons
lmpera range includes five designs of toilets, urinals and washbasins,
which are manufactured from Sissons' newly-developed composite resin material
called 'Quartsan', in combination with stainless steel.
The new lmpera range is ideal for commercial installations as Quartsan
is extremely durable and robust, yet offers a softer, less institutionalised
look, through the use of a range of attractive colours and a stylish granite
effect. Quartsan is also hygienic, easy to clean and offers a high level
of vandal resistance.
Marketing director Paul Markwell explains: 'Many public buildings, including
prisons and hospitals, are moving away from traditional institutionalised
interiors with the use of new materials and colour. The five styles of
sanitaryware in the lmpera range have been specifically designed with
institutional buildings in mind and we expect it to become a popular choice
in the public sector.'
The lmpera range is available in four attractive colour options - Stone
(cream), Granite (grey), Jet (black) and Sapphire (blue). The stainless
steel components of the range are the functional elements, such as the
WC pan pressing, and add to the hardwearing image of the designs for toilets,
urinal pods and washbasins.
Quartsan is manufactured from a formulation of coloured Quartz granules
and high performance resin. The material has an extremely resilient surface
backed by a layer of reinforced substrate to achieve a high degree of
overall product strength.
Tel: 01246 450255
Email: mailto:enquiries@sissons.co.uk
Teuco
Hydrosonics is the first and only (domestic) whirlpool bath with ultrasound
(10 year international patent). ‘Ultrasound’ has proven to be
effective in over 500 separate medical reports worldwide and occurs in
nature (dolphins use ultrasound to communicate).' says the company.
Teuco ‘hydrosonics’ has been tested and approved by the Danish
‘force’ institute’, one of the leading European bodies
in the testing of ultrasound equipment.
Teuco
explains
the advantages of ‘hydrosonics’
*Thanks to a unique combination of ‘hydromassage’ and ultrasound,
Teuco 'hydrosonics’ really does ‘reach the parts other whirlpools
can’t reach!’
*‘Hydrosonics’ unique thermal and mechanical properties mean
that it can prove beneficial in improving blood circulation, tissue elasticity,
metabolic activity and pain relief. It has also proven to be effective
in the battle against cellulite
*All ‘hydrosonic’ models have four specialist massage treatments:
(a) beauty massage (for cellulite)
(b) after-sports massage
(c) anti-stress massage
(d) toning massage
*All ‘hydrosonic’ models have five therapeutic sound-tracks:
(a) amazon rain forest
(b) babbling brook
(c) ocean wave
(d) cicada
(e) birdsong
*Additional (optional) features include a light, radio and heater
Tel: 020-7704-2190
Email: mailto:teuco@btinternet.com
Web: http://www.teuco.co.uk
Whether
Modern or Traditional Give your Bathroom a 'Reprieve'
The
latest collection of bathroom products from Bathstore.com
sees an addition to the company’s range of sanitaryware in the form
of the ‘Reprieve’ four piece suite, comprising of basin, pedestal,
WC cistern, pan and seat.
The ‘Reprieve’ is a classic white suite which has a timeless
dimension for effortless blending into any bathroom setting. Specifically
designed with this versatility in mind 'Reprieve’ has a striking
yet subtle edge detail that will synthesise with the chosen accessories
of any bathroom surrounding, modern and traditional alike.
For easier and cheaper installation the WC is supplied complete with factory
fitted cistern fittings and its own wrapover seat making the price of
£369 for the four piece suite even more attractive.
The ‘Reprieve’ is just one of the many bathroom suites available
at any of the 50 Bathstore.com stores nationwide. The full range of sanitaryware
can also be seen in the Choices catalogues or at http://www.bathstore.com.
Stockist telephone number: 07000 228 478
New
Toilet Seat from BA Components
By
way of complementing an expansive range of accessories, BA
Components has introduced a new toilet seat to its Bathroom
and Bedroom range in answer to market demands. More variety is a prerequisite
in this arena now that a greater design element has entered bathroom,
en-suite and cloakroom furniture. The same is true for both the residential
and contract markets. The BA toilet seat is designed to fit almost all
bowls from the major bathroom sanitary manufacturers. Now BA is able to
offer a seat to colour-match with the other cabinet furniture and bath
panels used in the bathroom or rest-room.
It is available in all 21 colours from the range, and can even be completed
with either chrome or gold coloured fittings. ‘This gives our customers
the opportunity to maintain the flow of their design from the bedroom
to the en-suite bathroom, while keeping the continuity of design and their
chosen colour schemes without having to compromise on the choice of toilet
seat.' says the company.
Contact: Mike Uprichard
Tel: 02886 764600
Email: mailto:sales@bacomponents.co.uk
New
Additions to Showerlux Bath Collection
Bathroom
specialist Showerlux has developed
four new additions to its range of luxury baths to sit at the forefront
of the Showerlux Bathroom Collection. These new additions, in key selling
shapes and dimensions, combine comfortable bathing with sleek minimalist
design to provide the ultimate bathing experience at a competitive retail
price.
Each
of the four new bath shapes – Padova (classic) (pictured), Padova
(oval), Molino (corner) and Torino (offset corner) – are all clean,
contemporary ergonomic designs which include generous internal dimensions,
together with contours that comfortably caress the body and back area
for the ultimate in reclining comfort. Clean, smooth lines, formed from
high quality ICI Lucite acrylic provide a sheer finish that is not only
stylish but warm to the touch, whilst GRP reinforcement offers strength
and durability.
The new bath shapes are all supplied complete with a centrally located
90mm waste fitting and are formed with a steep gradient in the feet area,
making them ideal for bathing as well as showering. This design feature
means that consumers do not have to stand on the waste while showering
and also helps to extend the bathing area, providing more leg room and
extra comfort.
Sarah Lindsey, Product Manager comments: ‘The combination of striking
design, ergonomic comfort and competitive pricing will ensure these new
baths take their position at the forefront of our bathroom collection.
We are confident that with these new additions, this key product group
will enjoy further sales success.
‘The Showerlux bath range has enjoyed consistent sales growth over
the past few years and by extending our bath collection we are now offering
an even wider choice of affordable bathing options. As well as the existing
26 shapes that range from corner and double-ended to designer baths, homeowners
can now choose from four new shapes that are ideal for both bathing and
showering.’
Each of the new baths is available with an optional ergonomic headrest
for added bathing comfort and the choice of a handgrip for extra safety
and ease.
Recommended retail price is from £499 to £749 (all prices
exclusive of VAT).
The Showerlux bath collection includes classic, double ended, corner,
oval, showering, space saving and designer baths.
Tel: 02476 88 25 15
Web: http://www.showerlux.com
Classic
Elegance from Schneider
Swiss
illuminated mirror and mirror cabinet manufacturer, Schneider,
has developed the CLASSICplus collection of illuminated mirrors. The mirrors
add the perfect finishing touch to any bathroom and create the illusion
of extra space, whilst the lighting provides an ideal environment for
applying makeup and other bathroom activities.
CLASSICplus comprises a large mirror set into an aluminium profile, bordered
by tube lighting. There are three different versions; two with vertical
lighting on either side of the mirror and one with horizontal lighting
across the top. The light source is operated by a pull cord and is covered
by glass, providing the fitting with a contemporary elegance. The electronic
ballast ensures that the fluorescent tube light up immediately.
The range also includes a coordinating glass shelf and a side cabinet
as an extra option. The cabinet is available with either a mirrored or
frosted glass front and fixed glass shelves. Choose from left or right
hand hinges to suit individual needs.
Tel: 01932 872 137
Web: http://www.wschneider.com
‘Quadrifoglio’
Mini-Pool from Teuco
Teuco
UK has introduced the ‘quadrifoglio’ (four-leaf clover)
mini- pool (200cm x 200cm) which is suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
The quadrifoglio features four massage seats for four specialist massage
programmes:-
* cyclone jet
*
triple-roto jet
* multi-roto jet
* shiatsu system
It has an aromatherapy facility (to ‘personalise’ your whirlpool
session) and an underwater light.
The quadrifoglio is available in white, blue marine, emerald, sapphire
and caribbean blue (either ‘built-in’ or with pearlised panelling).
Tel: 020-7704-2190
Email: mailto:teuco@btinternet.com
Web: http://www.teuco.co.uk
More
Ceramicware Choices From Moods
Within
its enhanced Moods bathroom collection, UK distributor, Hopkinsons
Fourways has introduced a new range of ceramicware, aimed to
satisfy the growing demand for high quality, contemporary bathroom products
used to create bespoke interiors.
Influenced
by the simplistic and sleek designs of the continent, new ceramic collections
include, Roma (pictured), Panorama and Luxor and extended collections
include Loa and Elia. The theme throughout focuses on clean design without
compromising function and each range offers mix and match solutions to
suit individual requirements.
The Panorama design comprises both wall hung and back to wall WC pans
and bidets, as well as a round and a square basin available with or without
an integrated chrome towel rail. The look is streamlined and sleek and
represents one of the fashions in the market today.
Roma is far more subtle, with soft rounded shapes and a touch of elegance.
A 60cm basin is available with full or semi-pedestal and the quality is
evident from both the look and feel of the range.
A new range of freestanding ceramics, Luxor follows the square theme currently
filtering into the UK. A selection of basins, in 50cm, 60cm and 100cm
sizes provide the flexibility to satisfy many room uses, available as
inset, wall mounted or countertop versions.
The Moods collection also provides customers with further opportunity
to create bespoke solutions by introducing further choices on its existing
Loa and Elia bathrooms. Wall hung variations give an overall projection
of space and sophistication and match the rising demand in the UK for
a look once only associated with upmarket hotels.
Tel: 01204 707070
Web: http://www.bathroom-moods.co.uk
Laufen
Presents Avant-Garde Luxury with Living Style
Laufen has launched Living Style, one of the new contemporary designs developed under the umbrella name of Living. Living offers four different lifestyles to suit every modern bathroom requirements.
Living style provides the bathroom with avant-garde luxury. Stylish and
classic, living style provides a focal point for the bathroom. No furniture
is needed to add to the appeal of living style.
There is a choice of three sizes, small, medium and the double basin to
meet individual requirements with optional matching chrome towel rail
and siphon covers. Living style features Wondergliss antibacterial treatment
fired into the ceramic, making it completely smooth and easy to keep clean
and is available in white or pergamon.
Tel: 01386 422 768
Web: http://www.laufen.co.uk
The
new Aska Range of enclosures recently launched by Kermi
is a direct response to the significant trend towards minimalist design
and frameless clean line design. Aska is frameless with a subtle difference
- it fails safe by providing the installer a feature profile offering
25mm adjustment for out of true walls.
The Aska Quadrant illustrated is available in 800, 900 and 1000 models
with retail prices a little over £1,000 inc. VAT.
The Quadrant is supported by a full range of pivot doors, side panels,
corner entries and pentagons all in high lustre silver or white.
Aska forms part of the new Living Design programme from Kermi which includes
a host of new shower enclosure and designer radiator products.
For a copy of the new Living Design priced catalogue contact the Kermi
Sales Office.
Tel: 01536 400004
Email: mailto:info@kermi.co.uk
Bosco
Takes Washstands into the 21st Century
The
Bosco vanity stand from Ambiance Bain
is a contemporary version of the old-fashioned washstand.
Bosco has a solid wood frame in ash, cherry or wenge, with a low level,
frosted glass shelf. The Bosco 700 is 50cm wide while the Bosco 1050 and
Grande models both measure 1 metre wide.
Each of the 3 models has a different worktop. The Bosco 700 has a solid
wood top while the Bosco 1050 wooden worktop additionally has two frosted
glass panels inset at either end. Ambiance Bain's new ceramic or frosted
glass basins are available as optional extras for both these models, while
the Bosco Grande features a resin slab basin, available in white or pergamon.
Bosco's streamlined design allows it to be a contemporary talking piece
or blend into the background, especially in the bedroom where a traditional
vanity unit often stands out obtrusively.
Prices start at £516 (incl. VAT) for the Bosco 700, excluding basin.
Tel: 0870 9021313
Web: http://www.ambiancebain.com
Hopkinsons
Fourways
has introduced a new spa system called ‘ClearSpa’ which can
be applied to its entire bathing range in the new and extended Moods bathroom
collection.
Moods,
a range positioned in the upper market, now offers fitted and free-standing
baths complete with the unique air system, having encapsulated jet patterns
which provide a relaxing or refreshing action. The jets in ClearSpa are
unobtrusive and comfortable – and enhanced with a heated air blowing
system.
Dave Hall, Bathroom Category Manager for the company explained: ‘Consumers
are becoming more aware of the benefits to be gained from hydrotherapy
and wellness products, so have created an increase in demand for whirlpools
and spas. Although still a luxury item, spas are becoming increasingly
popular, as the importance of the bathroom , in terms of a relaxing, leisure
facility, becomes more apparent.’
When selling the ClearSpa baths, Moods can offer a number of benefits
for promoting sales including: super quiet pumps; ease of use – with
an electronic touch pad control; simple and inherently safe operation;
self-draining and drying for maximum hygiene and cleanliness; and easy
installation.
Continued Dave: ‘Traditionally, whirlpools and spas have been viewed
as expensive, but as the range and choice increases, they are fast becoming
more affordable and available to the mid to high market sectors. I believe
the luxury bathing market offers good potential and I certainly expect
it to grow steadily over the next 5 to 10 years.’
Tel: 01204 707070
Web: http://www.bathroom-moods.co.uk