Diane, Author at Bathroom Review

The ME by Starck Hero Edition from Duravit is a forward-thinking, wall-hung toilet that brings together minimalist design, advanced technology, and genuine everyday practicality. Designed in collaboration with Philippe Starck, this model meets the high expectations of UK homeowners, designers, and installers alike.

Its centrepiece is the DuraFlush rotational flush system. Using just 4/2 litres per flush, it delivers powerful, splash-free performance across the entire bowl. The rimless, sloped design ensures thorough cleaning with every flush and drastically reduces the need for scrubbing. It’s also impressively quiet—ideal for night-time use.

Duravit’s new DuraShield glaze takes hygiene to the next level. This innovative, antibacterial finish eliminates 99.99% of bacteria within 24 hours, thanks to metal-ion technology. The smooth, pore-free surface prevents the build-up of dirt and limescale, helping maintain a cleaner, fresher toilet for longer, with less reliance on harsh chemicals.

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Ease of installation is another highlight. The DuraFix Pro system enables quick, secure, one-person fitting from above, eliminating the need for visible screws or caps. It’s a clean solution for modern bathrooms, whether in new builds or refurbishments. The ergonomic seat is designed for comfort and features a fast-release mechanism for straightforward cleaning and maintenance.

Available in White or White Satin Matt finishes, the ME by Starck Hero Edition is a considered, sustainable choice. It comes with a lifetime guarantee and is made entirely of ceramic, with no plastic components. This is a premium fixture that delivers high performance, long-term value, and contemporary style.

Perfect for design-led bathrooms across the UK, the Hero Edition sets a new standard in wall-hung toilet design.

BETTE launches its flattest ever shower tray

Bette launched its flattest ever shower tray, the BetteUltra Space, which is available in a wide range of colours – including its new colour, Salvia.

All Bette shower trays, baths and basins are made of glazed titanium-steel and are durable, easy to clean, fully recyclable and come with a 30-year warranty, making them as suitable for commercial settings as they are for private homes.

New BetteUltra Space shower tray

The new BetteUltra Space shower tray is Bette’s flattest-ever shower tray. It has a minimalist, timeless design and an ultra-flat height of just 15mm. It can be installed flush with the floor or slightly raised and comes in a choice of 20 sizes from 800 × 800 mm to 1700 × 800 mm and in a wide range of colours.

New colour – Salvia

Bette’s new colour ‘Salvia’ is an elegant glossy sage green. It joins Bette’s existing 30 Key Colours, which are available on the entire Bette enamelled-steel range of shower trays, baths and washbasins.

Bette sustainability

Bette products can support a more sustainable circular economy approach, in which products are re-used and recycled. The glazed titanium-steel material from which products are made is so durable that all products come with a 30-year warranty. This means that, when a bathroom is being refurbished, the Bette’s baths, shower trays and basins will often be re-used or will be sold for re-use elsewhere. The products are made from natural materials and can be completely recycled. They are also extremely easy to clean, with minimum cleaning products required.

Where possible, carbon-neutral green steel is used at no extra cost to customers. Bette has been buying significant quantities of green steel since 2021.

Bette also makes its manufacturing processes as environmentally friendly as possible. It generates electricity and heat from combined heat and power plants and solar and, when the sun shines, Bette creates 2/3 of its electricity requirements from solar.

For further information, see Bette

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Kudos joins EEM to streamline contract sales

Kudos has become an approved manufacturer for the EEM framework, a not-for-profit organisation that guides public sector clients through a simple, quick and compliant procurement process and route to market. The accreditation will save the Kudos contract division time spent reviewing full tender applications for this market, as successful pre-qualified providers on the EEM Framework can be awarded projects directly by the organisation.

Simon Tate, national contracts manager for Kudos Showers, explains: “As the Kudos contract business grows, we were spending a lot of time on the tender process for public sector projects. Whilst we had to work hard providing all the relevant information to become an approved shower products manufacturer for the EEM framework, now that we are, the process will be simplified. The pre-vetting and due diligence processes carried out by EEM provide their members with assurance that they will be selecting suitably qualified and accredited, financially stable providers with trusted references and relevant sector experience.”

Kudos Shower Products has been designing and manufacturing shower products at its Cumbria facility since 1999. Now part of the Ronal Bathroom Group, its portfolio includes shower enclosures, shower trays, over-bath screens, and wet-room solutions sold via KBB showrooms and merchants across the UK.

Visit their website kudosshowers.co.uk, call Simon Tate on 07511 900832 or email simon.tate@kudosshowers.co.uk.

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Bathrooms2GO expands Venosa with compact L-Shape Furniture Packs

PJH’s value-led bathroom brand, Bathrooms2GO, has unveiled a clever new addition to its bestselling Venosa Furniture range – a series of L-shape furniture packs designed to bring smart storage and style to bathrooms, ensuites and cloakrooms with limited space.

Available in compact widths of 900mm and 1000mm, the new floor-standing units are ideal for awkward layouts or small room footprints. Designed for both versatility and ease of installation, each pack includes a 1- or 2-door cabinet, a one-piece white resin basin and worktop (available in left- or right-hand configurations), and a built-in housing area for a concealed cistern and back-to-wall WC.

Despite their compact footprint – just 210mm at the slimmest point – the new Venosa packs offer valuable below-basin storage and maximise usability with practical worktop space.

The resin and stone basin is manufactured from a highly durable and hardwearing composite, which is not only stylish and easy to clean, but also eco-conscious, produced using 100% renewable energy and fully recyclable.

Two all-in-one suite deals are also available, offering significant savings. These include the L-shape furniture pack, a Laurus back-to-wall WC with soft-close seat and concealed cistern, the Evola chrome basin tap, and the Soleil mirror – all under a single product code for added convenience.

“With its compact design, premium materials and value-led suite deals, Venosa is a smart solution for installers and homeowners alike,” said PJH. “It’s stylish, practical and built to last – perfect for today’s space-conscious bathroom projects.”

Venosa units come in a choice of four premium, water-resistant finishes – Gloss White, Gloss Grey, Anthracite, and Oak-effect. All units are pre-assembled, include soft-close Blum hinges, and are straightforward to fit.

As with all Bathrooms2GO products, stock is readily available with next-day delivery options direct to store or home. Ordering is seamless via the PJH Partners Portal.

To find out more or to place an order, visit: www.partners.pjh.uk
Sales Enquiries: sales@pjh.uk | Tel: 0800 8 77 88 99

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Florim unveils sustainable surfaces at Clerkenwell Design Week

Florim, renowned for its innovation in surface design, presented a selection of its most advanced and aesthetic-driven ceramic collections at its central London showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week. The showcase celebrated Italian craftsmanship and sustainability across surfaces ideal for bathroom interiors and architectural spaces.

The display highlighted three standout ranges, each combining high performance with design flexibility:

SensiTerre
SensiTerre (pictured above), by Matteo Thun & Benedetto Fasciana, channels the emotional resonance of hand-crafted clay through Florim’s state-of-the-art ceramic technology. The collection offers a sensory-rich experience with three-dimensional textures and an artisanal finish, ideal for creating warm, organic atmospheres in bathroom settings.

FLORIM stone
FLORIM stone introduces a series of refined surface options tailored to the needs of bathroom design. Available in five Stone finishes with a tactile “matte leather” feel and four Marble finishes with a luxurious “matte silk” effect, the collection strikes a balance between durability and design sophistication. These large-format slabs are ideal for bathroom countertops, furniture elements, and bespoke detailing.

FLORIM skin
Offering a super-slim 3mm profile, FLORIM skin is engineered for flexible installation — from curved wall cladding to furniture facades. The broad material palette includes marble, metal, stone, wood and concrete effects, making it a versatile solution for modern bathroom environments where aesthetics meet performance.

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RAK Ceramics Re-Use wins award at Ideal Home Awards

Epitomising RAK Ceramics’ dedication to sustainability, Re-Use are the world’s first porcelain tiles to be made entirely from 100% pre-consumer recycled materials. The ultimate eco-friendly surface solution, these groundbreaking tiles respond to consumer demand for stylish, sustainable interior products that are made using the most advanced, environmentally conscious manufacturing processes.

The perfect blend of style, sustainability and durability, Re-Use tiles feature a chic and sophisticated Matt Soft Rustic finish, which will suit a range of interior styles from classic through to contemporary. They are available in two versatile sizes of 58 x 58cm and 58 x 116 cm and four timeless, on-trend finishes. Re-Use Quartz tiles come in Grey and Beige, while Reuse Mineral tiles can be specified in Grey and Light Grey. Offering endless design possibilities, these exceptional tiles can be used both indoors and outdoors, allowing consumers to create seamless spaces that meet the demands of modern living.

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Now in their 5^th year, the annual Ideal Home Awards recognise excellence in home design, interiors and innovation. They are judged by the Ideal Home editorial team and a guest panel of industry experts. RAK Ceramics was presented with the coveted Bathroom Award at an exclusive ceremony held at Mr Fogg’s Botanical Tavern & Treehouse in London on 3^rd June, where this year’s outstanding Ideal Home Awards’ winners were celebrated.

Steven Holloway, Sales and Marketing Director, Tiles, at RAK Ceramics UK, said: “We’re thrilled that our Re-Use range has been recognised with this award. At RAK Ceramics, we’re passionate about pushing the boundaries of design, innovation and sustainability, and this award is a testament to that.”

RAK Ceramics UK, 01730 237850 www.rakceramics.com/uk/

Chic collection wins highly-commended in Bathroom of the Year category

Chic, Utopia’s brand new modular range of bathroom furniture, has been Highly Commended in the Bathroom of the Year category of the Ideal Home Best Bathroom Awards 2025.

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Helen Clark, head of marketing at Utopia, comments, “To say we are delighted is an understatement. We are so proud of the Chic Collection and the limitless opportunities it offers to create stunning personalised bathrooms, but it’s wonderful to have the powerful independent endorsement of leading interiors magazine Ideal Home.”

Designed and manufactured exclusively in the UK, Chic was launched last year and is a truly versatile collection of modular furniture. The perfect fusion of form and function, it is available in 19 fabulous finishes with a whole host of opportunities to create a unique look.

As Richard Shore, head of product design at Utopia, explains, “Everyone can be a designer with Chic, creating unique, personal and eye-catching combinations from the array of options available. I call it ‘bespokability’!”

2025 is the third year running that Utopia has been recognised in the Ideal Home Bathroom Awards. In 2023, Roseberry, Utopia’s premium solid timber range, was Highly Commended in the Best Bathroom Category, with its Tile Collection winning a similar accolade the same year. Last year, Utopia was delighted to win the Best Modern Bathroom Range category with its new Qube Collection.

Utopia Furniture Ltd, 01902 406402

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PJH announces new distribution partnership with VitrA

PJH has strengthened its bathroom portfolio with the addition of VitrA – a globally respected manufacturer known for design-led innovation, premium quality, and engineering excellence. This new partnership gives PJH’s retail network broader access to one of the industry’s most recognised brands.

The VitrA Bathroom Collection is now available to all PJH retail customers, offering a wide choice of stylish and functional bathroom solutions. Additionally, the Vitality Collection will be offered exclusively to VitrA Vitality Partner showrooms, providing tailored access to this curated range.

Commenting on the new strategic partnership, Kim Cooper, head of marketing & product at PJH, said: “We’re thrilled to bring VitrA into our bathroom brand portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to partner with a manufacturer that shares our values of quality, innovation and customer-first service. The addition of VitrA offers our retail customers access to a globally recognised brand, supported by PJH’s industry-leading logistics, next-day delivery options, ‘First Choice’ service promise, and our easy-to-use Partners Portal™ ordering system.”

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PJH will hold a significant stock of VitrA’s core lines, enabling next-day delivery on many items, with select pieces available by special order. The VitrA product offering includes basins, WCs, bathroom furniture, brassware, showers, frames, and flush plates.

Retailers can also order the latest brochures, POS assets, and colour samples from VitrA through PJH’s streamlined customer portal, helping showrooms bring the brand to life in-store.

Providing further comment, Ruth Davies, Marketing Director at VitrA, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with PJH and to take advantage of their exceptional service model. PJH’s strength in distribution, from extensive stockholding and nationwide coverage to their streamlined customer experience, makes them the perfect partner to deliver our premium bathroom solutions across the UK. We look forward to working closely with PJH to bring VitrA to an even wider retail audience.”

The full VitrA bathroom range will be available for browsing via the PJH Partners Portal website. To learn more, visit www.partners.pjh.uk, contact your regional PJH sales manager, or call 0800 8 77 88 99.

To learn more about Vitra, visit www.vitra.co.uk.

SFA Saniflo hosts product talks at Installer Show 2025

With just a month to go until the Installer Show, SFA Saniflo is gearing up for one of its biggest events yet. The brand will showcase a host of new product innovations across both the Saniflo and Kinedo brands, exhibiting back-to-back on stand 4F22.

Dedicated customer talks are scheduled on Wednesday, 25 June at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., and again on Thursday, 26 June at the same times. Attendees will receive a free goody bag, and places can be reserved by emailing marketing@saniflo.co.uk.

For those unable to attend the stand talks, Saniflo and Kinedo will also appear at the BMA’s Pitchfest. On Tuesday, Saniflo will take part in the pitch battle to present the latest in the Kinedo range, while on Wednesday, they return to the stage to talk shower pumps.

Throughout the show, the Saniflo sales team will be available daily to discuss product solutions, ranging from compact macerators to stylish showering systems, helping installers, merchants, and retailers discover what’s new.

BC Designs launches the Wivenhoe Bath

Responding to increasing demand for softer, design-led bathroom aesthetics, BC Designs has unveiled the Wivenhoe – a new freestanding bath that blends timeless form with modern functionality.

Cast from BC Designs Cian® solid surface material, the Wivenhoe bath offers a beautifully smooth, high-gloss finish that feels as good as it looks. Non-porous and easy to maintain, the material is both durable and practical, making it ideal for everyday use without compromising on style. Available in either polished white or silk matte, the Wivenhoe is a fantastic choice that will sit comfortably in both classic and contemporary settings, pairing just as easily with warm metallics and textured stone as it does with minimalist monochrome palettes.

Measuring 1800mm, this generously sized double-ended bath features sloping sides for comfort, making it ideal for solo or shared bathing. With a capacity of 180 litres, the Wivenhoe delivers a deep, luxurious soak, all while maintaining a refined silhouette that suits both spacious and compact bathrooms.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the Wivenhoe is compatible with both floor-standing and wall-mounted taps, allowing homeowners and designers to exercise complete creative control over the final look. As with all BC Designs baths, it comes with a 10-year manufacturer’s guarantee.

For more information, visit www.bcdesigns.co.uk