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Due
to a fantastic response for the ‘Kaleidoscope’ range of Melamine
Face Chipboard, where sales have been growing month by month since its
introduction earlier this year, the James Latham
depots are now able to supply the laminates and edgings from this range.
The ‘Kaleidoscope’ concept enables customers to manufacture
a colour-coordinated range of products, mixing melamine with laminate
for kitchen, shopfitting and furniture applications, and is being supplied
from James Latham at Thurrock, Hemel Hempstead, Yate, Wigston, Ossett,
Eastleigh and Purfleet.
Chris Sutton, panel products director at James Latham, says, ‘Customers
can now benefit from the fact that our depots not only have an increased
range of ‘Kaleidoscope’ products available, ex-stock, supplied
in manageable quantities at very competitive product prices.’
He continues, ‘We will initially be stocking up to 27 ‘Kaleidoscope’
patterns in laminate, with new decors to be added throughout the year
as the demand for them increases.’
James Latham continues to add to its extensive range of panel products
and high quality hardwoods, softwoods and timber flooring products.
Tel: 01162 812 264
Email: mailto:marketing@lathams.co.uk
Web: http://www.lathamtimber.co.uk
Space
Saving Storage Solutions by Mereway
Mereway
produces a range of accessories which can be used to manage storage in
any kitchen, whether the available space is plentiful or restricted.
The soon-to-be-released Sink Base Drawer uses the space which is often
lost underneath the sink. The cut-out design in the drawer interior houses
plumbing and waste disposal systems, increasing the overall storage capacity
for ancilliary items such as cleaning materials. Effective organisation
can be implemented throughout the kitchen with the use of additional Wide
Style Drawers, which can be found in Mereway ranges such as the Linear
Collection. These provide the encasement for various personal storage
solutions and accessories, including essential Cutlery and Pan Drawer
Management Systems.
The Pull-Out Larder Unit (shown here in the Monza Hi-Gloss White finish)
is a design concept which uses SoftStopp damping. This technology is fully
integrated and completely invisible. By cushioning the closing action
of the pull-out, slowing it just before the end position, this ensures
even the most heavily stocked unit will gently glide shut. The interior
comprises of one fixed shelf and 6 adjustable wire baskets which are attached
to two pull-out doors, enabling easy accessibility and effective storage
for large volumes of items.
Mereway also produces a range of corner units which fully utilise this
often wasted space. The Eclipse Curved Corner Wall Unit and High-Line
Curved Mondo Carousel unit are both attractive units which fully exploit
unused corner areas. A hardwood beech chopping board is built into the
Carousel system which provides extra functionality.
Wicker Storage baskets provide a ‘rustic’ feel to any kitchen
design and are a good way to store vegetables, keeping them fresh by allowing
them to ‘breathe’. For a more contemporary look, concealed vegetable
basket bases are available in all current Mereway range finishes.
Tel: 0121 706 7844
Web: http://www.mereway.co.uk
Orama's
Profile 4 Worksurfaces Feature New Square Edge
Orama,
the independent manufacturer of worksurfaces and associated decorative
products, says that it has accomplished the ultimate in modern design
by bringing the natural look back into the kitchen with its Profile 4
'square edge' worksurfaces. Part of Orama's Ardesco range, Profile 4 combines
contemporary design with the most advanced materials, complementing any
modern kitchen. The product is called Profile 4 because it has a sharp
4mm profile edge.
Profile
4 from the Ardesco range is a new innovation for laminate worksurfaces.
With a tight profile edge, it gives the appearance of more natural materials.
Compared with conventional laminates, it has a definite square leading
edge.
With its tight radius edge, Orama says that Profile 4 provides a new benchmark
in worksurface design. The collection is resilient and practical for use
in the kitchen and is obtainable in silk, scuff-resistant gloss and textured
finishes.
Orama's Profile 4 edge is available in all laminate colour finishes from
the Ardesco range, as well as in the composite materials. The 4mm squarer
and crisper profile can be specified for 38 mm worksurfaces giving them
a more realistic and natural finish.
Peter Holt, sales and marketing director, Orama, comments: ‘Motivation
plus inspiration equals innovation, this is what Orama has achieved with
the Profile 4 worksurfaces. Our desire to bring the natural look back
to the kitchen was the driving force behind the introduction of Profile
4. Profile 4 delivers luxury looks to customers at laminate prices.’
Orama offers high quality durable decorative panels and worksurfaces.
Established for many years, Orama holds ISO 9001 certification and the
Furniture Industry Research Association Gold Award for product performance.
The company is also a corporate member of the KBSA (Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom
Specialist Association). All Orama's chipboard and solid timber products
are sourced from 'responsibly managed' forests.
Tel: 01773 520560
Web: http://www.orama.co.uk
Go
Wild with PWS’ Latest Oak Range
The
new Wild Oak door range from PWS combines
a pippy oak finish with modern foil technology, resulting in a look that
is on-trend for the modern rustic approach. The authentic look of the
pippy oak foil recreates the country feel and adds a modern interpretation
to a classic design.
Building on the success of PWS’ Croft Oak timber range, Wild Oak
brings a character oak door into a more affordable price range. And with
careful accessorisation, Wild Oak can work equally well in a more modern
setting, with stainless steel bar handles, light walls and floors adding
a simpler and softer feel to the scheme.
An extensive selection of accessories are available with this range including
a glazed grilled glass door, tongue & groove panelling, mantels and
mouldings. These features offer a host of rustic touches and design combinations.
Wild Oak benefits from design registration in the same way as the Croft
Oak door, to protect the design integrity of this range.
All products can be viewed at http://www.pws.co.uk
with a link to order on PWS’ e-commerce solution ‘Tradezone’,
or alternatively telephone PWS Customer Services on 01325 505555.
New
Worktops to Watch from Four Seasons
Four
Seasons
has introduced a completely new collection of quality worktops in a variety
of the latest fashionable finishes and colours for contemporary kitchens.
The existing range has been updated to complement and reflect changing
trends in door designs, as well as to offer retailers and consumers a
wider choice when putting the finishing touches to kitchens.
The resulting collection features a total of 25 different worktop designs.
These include granite and marble-effect finishes and a range of block
wood effect laminates in maples, beech and warm cherry together with the
darker, mahogany inspired Wenge work surface.
For those who are looking for something a bit different, Four Seasons
has also included a number of very contemporary finishes. Cracked Bottle
Glass, Brushed Steel and the concrete inspired Cement Grey worktops all
add interest and versatility to the collection.
Eight of the worktop designs are available with high gloss finishes but
all, with the exception of the Bottle Glass worktop, are available in
a matt alternative. Coordinating splash backs are also available in 10
of the best selling worktop designs.
For a really modern look, 40mm stainless steel effect or multiplex beech
and cherry edgings are now available to give a square finish and contrast
with some of the darker surfaces. The specification of the worktops has
also been upgraded, with each now featuring a 10mm bull nose profile in
place of the old waterfall edge.
To prevent moisture getting in to the worktops, at the risk of causing
bubbling or cracking to the surface, the underside of the bull nose is
sealed where the laminate meets the chipboard. Four Seasons has also sealed
the back edges of the worktops for extra protection and all worktops in
the range now have a paper backing hard wearing underside.
To avoid scratching, especially on gloss surfaces, all Four Seasons worktops
are wrapped in a protective film that can be left on right up until the
worktop is in place.
For further information about the new Four Seasons worktop collection,
call 01942 844267 or visit the website at http://www.bernstein.co.uk
Create
A Modern Bathroom Design with Bushboard’s Greystone
Greystone,
from Bushboard's Nuance Bathroom Collection,
offers consumers a cool, sophisticated design for the bathroom, and complements
Bushboard's extensive collection of bathroom surface designs.
Incorporating a wide range of designs, Bushboard's Nuance Collection offers
stone, granite and wood-grain effects to suit any bathroom style. Demonstrating
flexibility, Bushboard offer bathroom surfaces in 360mm and 600mm widths.
Martin Lowe, Bushboard's Business Development Manager comments: 'Greystone
is a popular design which always looks good in showrooms. Bathrooms are
increasingly seen as a key room for refurbishment and the Nuance Bathroom
Collection offers consumers ample designs and sizes to put their individual
mark on their bathroom.'
Tel: 01933 232 242
Web: http://www.bushboard.co.uk
Parapan®
- High Gloss in Mirror-Finish Brilliance
High-gloss
acrylic fronts in Parapan® are a design element that Poggenpohl is
presenting for the first time as part of the new +INTEGRATION® planning
concept. In deep black, light grey and white, the surfaces of the solid
fronts reflect their surroundings to impart a look of elegance.
Parapan® is produced in solid boards that can be worked in just the
same way as wood. The smooth surface cleans very easily and is suitable
for use in kitchen fronts. Homogeneously coloured all the way through,
the acrylic material is distinguished by brilliance of colour and exceptional
surface gloss, even at the edges. Parapan® is resistant to water and
UV light.
Production of Parapan® does not involve the use of solvents. At the
end of their life, the boards can be returned to the production process
and fully recycled.
'Combining high-gloss Parapan® with other exclusive materials, such
as fine timbers, granite and aluminium, gives the kitchen a new look and
underscores the impression of timeless luxury that has always been synonymous
with the Poggenpohl brand.' says the company.
Web: http://www.poggenpohl.de
Would
a car retailer selling a particular model from a showroom not bother to
have the engine or seat options fitted until the customer has made up
her or his mind from the brochure? 'Of course not', says G&G
Products, 'it would be a disaster. No sale would be made and
the dealer would probably never see that customer or any of their friends
back again.'
So what is it with so many kitchen studios and retail showrooms up and
down the country that when the prospective customer opens the drawer it's
either empty or cluttered up with spare brochures, worktop samples or
any other spare guff. It's hardly the positive point from which to start
a successful sales conversation.
As it happens, the trend is changing. A rapidly increasing number of retailers
are either propping their cabinets and drawers with realistic 'stocks'
or using the customised inserts from G&G Products to impress and secure
that customer.
G&G
Products, based near Manchester, is a company producing mainly beech block
trays, moulded for collective or highly individual storage of specific
gadgets or utensils. They are often depicted in combination with more
conventional vacuum formed plastic dividers. But it is the endless permutations
that are intriguing.
What is not commonly known is that around 80% of the individual concepts
and ideas come from one specialist source - G&G Products. The company
has established a design and manufacturing base that has allowed it to
develop ideas for individual customers that make for a huge degree of
differentiation.
The reasons are obvious when the product is viewed. The wooden trays are
generally machined from laminated beech blocks – although any hardwood
can be specified. The plastic is vacuum formed to an exceptional finish.
G&G managing director Sam Grinshpan has established a design and production
facility with extreme flexibility – from the CAD and graphics to
the multi-head 5-axis routers and high-tech throughfeed finishing sanders.
So trays can be produced to size, with specific cut outs to suit individual
products and utensils, or more general dividers that compartmentalise
the drawer interior.
‘Anything is possible’ says Sam Grinshpan. This statement is
backed by a browse through the G&G colour brochure or a visit to the
factory showrooms. Cutlery trays are shown in endless combinations alongside
dedicated utensil trays and knife racks. These can even be combined with
one sliding back over the other. There are intriguing ideas for spices,
stainless steel containers, pasta and cereal bottles as well as for crockery
and saucepans. The point is that the products from G&G are highly
practical but add enormous sales value to the kitchen.
The bedroom and home office interiors markets are equal beneficiaries.
Tel: 0161 723 1000
Email: mailto:mail@gandgproducts.co.uk
Make
the Most of Storage Space
Four
Seasons
has updated the design of some of its most popular storage solutions,
developing new products that maximise space and help to make the kitchen
more efficient and pleasant to use for the consumer.
Tambour Unit
The stainless steel tambour units have been redesigned to make them much
easier to fit, with one size now fitting both standard and tall wall units
so no dedicated tambour housing unit is needed. For added versatility,
the tambour unit can also fit neatly onto a standard Four Seasons dresser
cabinet.
To add to its consumer appeal, the new tambour unit is now easier to clean
and features a Hettich mechanism for a smoother closing action. The unit
has been designed to fit any handle in the Four Seasons range, allowing
it to be used to complement any kitchen.
Larder Unit
The updated Four Seasons larder units are available in both 300mm and
600mm widths, and use Four Seasons' high quality premier drawerbox system
to allow each drawer to hold up to 30kg in weight.
Two standard height drawers are available, including extra deep drawers
which are suitable for storing pans or bulky items like boxes or jars.
Storage dividers can be placed anywhere in the drawerboxes to make the
best use of space, while easy clean driptrays offer greater convenience
to the consumer.
Internal Storage
Four Seasons has also developed internal premier drawerboxes that can
be used in any size base unit, following research showing that usable
space inside a cupboard can be increased by as much as 55% by using three
drawers instead of one shelf.
The drawerboxes can be installed in highline or drawerline bases and are
suitable for use with 300, 400, 450, 500 and 600mm base units, offering
a cost effective and practical alternative to a four drawer pack. Drawer
and cutlery dividers are available to complement the drawerboxes.
Four Seasons has a complete range of storage solutions to suit any style
or size of kitchen. For further details, call Four Seasons on 01942 844
267.
Franke
Corners the Market with New Undermount Range
The
Bolero from Franke is the latest addition
to the sink manufacturer’s undermount sink range.
The
new, ultra modern sink has a tight corner radii resulting in a more geometric
shape which complements today’s modern kitchen furniture ranges.
John Swain, product manager for Franke UK said: ‘Undermount sinks
are currently enjoying enormous popularity because of the number of people
now opting for solid surfaces, such as granite, in their kitchens.
‘The growth of this market has triggered a demand for squarer sinks,
such as the Bolero, which enhance the simple, minimalistic style that
we are now seeing in the kitchen.’
The Bolero sink is available in three bowl sizes, the half bowl, the two-thirds
bowl and the single bowl.
John added: ‘As more and more people are choosing undermount sinks
it was essential that the Bolero was available in a range of configurations,
giving customers a greater degree of flexibility in the design of their
sink area.’
Tel: 0161 436 6280
Web: http://www.franke.co.uk
Bushboard
Omega® Microban®
Splashbacks and Upstands
Bushboard
has recently launched its new Omega collection of Splashbacks and Upstands.
Designed to coordinate with the Omega Microban® collection of Worktops,
the range encompasses a variety of designs emulating natural materials
and has been supported by various communication tools, including the new
Omega Splashbacks and Upstands brochure.
Upstands provide a contemporary look in the kitchen, offering a practical
and hygienic option at a fraction of the cost of natural materials. Good
for adding the finishing touch to the kitchen, Upstands are available
in 3000mm lengths, height 100mm and depth 20mm (nominal). Bushboard's
Omega collection of Splashbacks are available as Midway panels measuring
3030 x 600mm and Hob panels measuring 1500 x 1200mm.
The Worktops, Splashbacks and Upstands in the Bushboard Omega collection
benefit from Microban® antibacterial protection, with the exception
of the Brushed Aluminium design. Microban® antibacterial protection
inhibits the growth of potentially harmful bacteria, helping to keep the
surfaces cleaner and fresher. Built into the product during the manufacturing
process, Microban® technology provides continuous protection that
last the lifetime of the product.
Martin Lowe, Bushboard Business Development Manager comments:‘The
addition of Upstands to our already extensive collection of Omega Microban®
Worktops and Splashbacks ensures we have a full portfolio of products
to offer consumers. We have worked exclusively with Microban® to produce
practical products that don't compromise on style.’
For further information, brochures or samples for Bushboard's Omega collection
call 01933 232 242 or visit http://www.bushboard.co.uk
For further information on Microban® please visit http://www.microban.co.uk
Anthracite
is the New Black from The Gallery
The
Gallery's latest design is Jasper Anthracite, a contemporary
kitchen which combines the darkest anthracite and silver in a subtle horizontal
linear pattern to create a 'glamourous sophisticated look'.
A simple slab door coupled with aluminium effect handles and metallic
accessories makes Jasper a suitable option for apartment living and open
plan spaces.
The Gallery's colour expert Design Manager Amanda Watson comments: 'Designing
with black can be a difficult balancing act, particularly in a small space.
Jasper Anthracite has all the theatrical impact of a black kitchen but,
the reflective metallic elements make for a much softer over all look,
particularly when the range is used with metallic-framed glazed feature
units and a light airy decorating scheme.'
As with all Gallery kitchens, Jasper was created to offer the best in
function as well as design and offers a choice of storage units, including
wide pan drawers which help to create a linear look and provide lots of
practical storage.
Available through a wide network of selected retailers, The Gallery is
a comprehensive collection of fitted kitchen styles from Symphony, the
UK's largest privately owned supplier of fitted furniture. The company
has more than 30 years experience and works closely with retailers, developers
and homebuyers to design and build great fitted furniture.
Tel: 0870 120 8000
Web: http://www.symphony-group.co.uk
Wilsonart
Launches Resopal Surface Decors
A
carefully selected blend of colours and images has evolved into the Resopal
collection of worktops and decorative surfaces.
The collection includes many of the current 'favourites' but replaces
eight of the present range with new, eye-catching. designs, created to
reflect and respond to changing market trends.
'The range blends the style of natural 'Wood' with the reflective image
of 'Gloss' and a highly individual choice of 'Abstracts'.' says Business
Manager, Tim Pearson. 'Combined with the touch and feel of solid surfacing
that defines the 'Smooth' collection and the imperious granite effect
that is aptly named 'Silk' and you have a portfolio to impress, with options
that challenge the senses and affirm that Resopal have created a design
choice that is unique and un-rivalled.'
'That is where we excel,' adds Tim. 'Our reputation throughout the world
as a global leader in decorative surfacing has established our design
team as one of - if not the most stylish and imaginative in the world'
Contact: Tim Pearson
Direct Tel: 07831 187 244 or 01388 770 119
Web: http://www.wilsonart.com
The
Caprio range from PWS has been extended
with a selection of curved fascias. Enhancing the simplicity of the slab
cherry door, the curved elements add further design opportunities to this
range.
Although
still a relative newcomer to the Second Nature door portfolio, Caprio
is already scoring highly in the popularity stakes and the gently, sculpted
curved fascias bring out the warmth of the cherry veneer with a wide choice
of new features available.
1200mm extra-wide ‘s’ shaped drawer fronts offer scope to create
a centrepiece, while the ‘s’ shaped door and contoured larder
and panels will add a curvaceous feel to any scheme.
The curvy feel is continued through the shaped worksurface and flexible
curved plinth, which echo the contours of the doors.
Radius feature ends and a radius corner top section complete the new product
line-up adding to the already extensive selection of accessories and feature
doors available.
A major attraction of the new additions is that the ‘s’ shaped
door and drawers and the curved panel door benefit from registered design
status, due to their distinctiveness, adding a unique appeal to this range.
Tel: 01325 505555
Web: http://www.pws.co.uk
Stone
Age,
the UK supplier of Limestone, Sandstone and Marble has noticed a definite
shift in demand, from the lighter coloured stone to the more dramatic
dark tones including black.
This has been mirrored in the flooring market as a whole as consumers
are favouring a darker more distinctive look.
‘There has been an increasing interest in many of our dark stones,
especially for areas such as the kitchen. A lot of our customers are looking
for something new and are eager to explore different materials, finishes
and colours.
' At Stone Age we endeavour to offer something different and are constantly
sourcing stones in innovative finishes, so that we are able to offer something
different to our customers’. comments Jo O'Grady, Director, Stone
Age.
Expressive
Fine Woods Extend the Poggenpohl Palette
As
part of the new +Integration® range, Poggenpohl
is presenting new wood finishes in the form of swiss peartree, walnut
and zebrano-structure whose lively grain patterns bring an enrichment
to the Poggenpohl offering.
'At
Poggenpohl, the expressive veneers of swiss peartree, walnut and zebrano-structure
are all unique and perfectly crafted. Produced to order from drawings,
each kitchen is ensured consistent veneer patterning.' says the company.
An exceptionally warm hue is characteristic of swiss peartree, originally
a native of Europe. The elegant and superior-grade timber makes a good
choice for exclusive veneers. Swiss peartree is distinguished in particular
by its density and grain fineness. In the +Integration® range, Poggenpohl
uses swiss peartree with a pale pink-coloured perimeter zone and dark
red to reddish brown core.
With satin walnut veneer, Poggenpohl brings contrasts to the design of
kitchen fronts. Walnut is one of the most valuable and coveted timbers
in existence and is used for making furniture, tools and art objects.
Indigenous to the United States, walnut is an exceptionally durable timber
with natural veining that provides expressive veneer patterns. The light,
almost structureless marginal zone of the walnut veneer has a whitish
yellow to bright red colour hue that changes abruptly to a dark core with
its highly pronounced structure and rich colour spectrum that ranges from
a pale greyish mauve to very dark brown. Only old trees develop this striking
and decorative marking differing in colour and structure from tree to
tree.
Characteristic of zebrano-structure, an industrially produced wood, are
its unique and uniform lines. Dark, prominent stripes run through the
light brown wood to create an expressive look and exotic feel. Produced
exclusively to order, the fronts in zebrano-structure feature either horizontal
or vertical lines, just as the client prefers.
In Poggenpohl's new +Integration® range, the lively veining of the
exquisite Swiss pearwood, walnut and zebrano-structure timbers produce
exciting contrasts with the hi-tech materials of glass, aluminium and
acrylic.
Web: http://www.poggenpohl.de
Rangemaster Launches the Apple of its Eye with the New Manhattan Sink
To
spark celebrations of its new sink collection, Rangemaster
has launched the flagship stainless steel Manhattan sink range. The new sink range available from Rangemaster has been carefully designed to complement range cookers and provide a complete look to any new kitchen.
Available as a single, one and a half, or double sink the Manhattan includes large, deep bowls and a range of handy accessories.
A wide range of matching taps is also obtainable to give the sink an individual appearance.
Functionality makes the Manhattan a tempting option with a recessed drainer to prevent water spillage and low profile edges providing a flush hygienic appearance.
Web: http://www.rangemaster.co.uk
SieMatic
SC61 is 'Both Practical and Elegant'
The
SieMatic SC61 design is characterised
by its emphasis on practicality, the complete lack of superfluous detail,
and its departure from the conventional conception of the kitchen being
nothing more than a 'work place'.
‘The result is a new type of kitchen, which is both practical and
elegant. The design incorporates clean, organic surfaces and lines, with
no superfluous decorative elements or designs. It is a style with a completely
new character. Completing the organic feel of the kitchen is the StoneDesign
worksurface.’ says the company.
Worktops of natural stone have a timeless beauty and offer a kitchen incomparable
elegance. However, their solid construction and heavy weight can make
processing, transport and installation complicated and costly, limiting
their design possibilities.
StoneDesign worktops consist of a granite, slate or limestone surface
on a 1cm thick bed of lightweight material. 'Their visual appeal is similarly
attractive and refined as solid stone slabs, but with advantages solid
stone doesn't have. Stone Design makes it easier to manufacture whole
lengths or areas of worktop without gaps or joints that would otherwise
be extremely difficult to handle, and they can be easily cut and processed
on site and fitted exactly in place. This design enables new design possibilities,
such as 8cm thick worktops.' says the company.
Tel: 01438 369251
Web: http://www.siematic.co.uk
A
Taste of the Country from the Provence
New
to Four Seasons, the Provence has
been introduced to provide an upmarket addition to the range, with classically
styled, warm ivory hand-painted doors developed to reflect the current
interior design trend for country chic.
The Provence has twin detail centre panels, with an authentic light patina
added to accentuate the detailing on the door and drawer fronts, and continued
on the tongue-and-groove end panelling, canopies and pilasters.
The 23mm thick MDF door has been PVC wrapped using paint grade PVC, then
hand-painted and finally over-lacquered to give a smooth, high quality
finish to the door, as well as providing greater durability.
Solid cast iron handles, glass-fronted wall units and a period-style oversized
cornice and pelmet add the finishing touches to the Provence's traditional
look.
Four Seasons is an 18mm offer, aimed at independent retailers. Like all
kitchens in the Four Seasons range, the Provence comes complete with a
25-year guarantee. For further information contact Four Seasons on 01942
844 267.
The
Salvador - A New Kind of Shaker
With
the popularity of Shaker kitchens showing no signs of slowing, Four
Seasons has responded to consumer demand by launching the Salvador,
an updated version of the fashionable style.
Combining a solid wood, pale cherry veneered frame with solid cherry centre
panels, the Salvador offers a warmer, more modern alternative to the many
beech styles currently available. Subtle detail is added in the slightly
raised centre panel of the doors.
Glass-fronted pan drawers in toughened glass and sleek stainless steel
handles enhance the contemporary appeal of the Salvador, while optional
25mm thick scribing panels can be used as a stylish alternative to traditional
cornice and pelmet.
Four Seasons is an 18mm offer, aimed at independent retailers. Like all
kitchens in the Four Seasons range, the Provence comes complete with a
25-year guarantee. For further information contact Four Seasons on 01942
844 267.
Moores
has launched a new Ergonomic range of kitchens primarily aimed at the
elderly. The range was officially launched at the CIH Annual Exhibition
at Harrogate in June.
James Craig (Furniture Designer) said 'Moores has always been a product
innovator, our new Ergonomic range is the latest example of this innovation.
The demographic changes in the UK and the growth of the over 60s market
have led to approximately one third of all social housing residents falling
into the elderly category, as well as this an increasing number of new
homes being built are retirement homes. Our Ergonomic range is specifically
designed to meet the varied needs of this market segment concentrating
on five main areas, namely - mobility, reach, lifting, storage and lighting
– five key elements when designing a kitchen for the elderly'.
The design of the Ergonomic range was a collaboration between experts
in furniture design, Occupation Therapy and component providers, and through
the process we have received customer feedback and opinion. The entire
range has been designed with the end user in mind taking into consideration
the varied limitations they may have.
The range is available to the social housing and private housing markets.
With the increasing legislation in this area and the ageing population
of the UK Moores believe the Ergonomic range of kitchens will be of interest
to all it’s customers.
Exotic
Wenge for PWS’ Worksurface Collection
With
timber worksurfaces becoming the design staple of many kitchens, PWS
has added the exotic wenge species to its Second Nature worksurface collection.
Capturing
the trend for contrast in the kitchen, wenge is perfect for the dark-light
combinations with doors and the material mix approach. This deeply luxurious
and dark timber is in-tune with emerging colour directions and offers
great scope to the designer to create a dramatic statement. Wenge is available
in both 3m and 4m lengths, with a selection of width options, all in a
40mm thickness.
Comments Philip Eeles, Worksurfaces Business Manager at PWS, ‘we
carefully track trends and colour directions ensuring our worksurface
portfolio offers the designer an inspirational palette of versatile materials
and colourways. In keeping with this thinking, the timber collection now
offers richer woodgrain structures of cherry, walnut and wenge. With the
design ethos of material mix set to stay, our other key worksurface materials
of granite, composite stone and stainless steel offer limitless combinations
and design opportunities’.
The PWS timber worksurface range now includes 11 species offering an extensive
choice, encompassing lighter hues of maple and birch, mid-tones of beech
and iroko, with the richness of walnut or wenge adding contrast to any
scheme. PWS has a lead-time on bespoke timber of just 6 working days from
order to delivery.
Web: http://www.pws.co.uk
Axiom
Etchings
look and feel like granite because of the introduction of a special finish
that echoes that of natural granite. The development of Axiom Etchings
also utilises the latest photographic and printing technology to give
a realistic appearance.
With all of the benefits of high-quality laminate including durability
and wear resistance, the Axiom Etchings worktops are versatile and represent
a cost-effective yet stylish selection for any kitchen.
Axiom Etchings includes the following new designs: Giallo Granite, Azul
Granite, and Travertine; along with popular choices from the existing
range - Butterum Granite, Ubatuba Granite, and Jamocha Granite.
Each design is available in a standard size of 3600 x 600 x 40mm and with
the Axiom Eclipse profile.
Web: http://www.axiomworktops.com
Swish
Building Products
has introduced three new wall panel designs and two new ceiling panels
to the Marbrex decorative internal panelling system.
Green Mosaic, a small tile design, is suited to kitchens, bathrooms, showers,
pools and spa areas. Black Sienna offers the sophisticated and luxurious
appearance of black marble. Inari Blue is an alternative colour option
to the already popular Inari Grey, and is both practical and attractive.
Swish
Marbrex Green Mosaic in kitchen and bathroom applications
The
new ceiling panels include Satin White, which looks good when installed
with gold or silver infill strips and matching down lighters. Grey Open
V, a grey marble three-plank profile with an integral Open V feature matches
the existing Grey Marble wall panel.
Marbrex has an open cell structure that helps to insulate the room and
reduce condensation. The system features tongue and groove joints that
are waterproof and do not require grouting. It is quick and easy to install,
taking less than half the time required for tiling, and produces an easy
to clean surface that does not harbour mould or germs.
Marbrex wall panels are available from a national network of stockists
in 2.6m and 2.7m lengths, with 4m ceiling panels. The comprehensive selection
of fixing components now includes a complete range of Ivory trims, specially
introduced to complement Romano Beige, Beige Marble and Beige Marble Tile.
Some designs will also accept gold or silver decorative strips to form
distinct highlights between panels.
Marbrex conforms to the General Hygiene Regulations 1995 and has a Class
1Y fire rating. Swish Building Products, an ISO9001 company, manufactures
and supplies low maintenance cellular PVCu building products.
Tel: 01827 317200