Diane, Author at Bathroom Review

Walk-in solutions from Duka

February 10, 2022

Walk-in shower enclosures represent a trend that combines functionality and aesthetics in an open space. Defined solely by a glass wall that separates the shower area from the rest of the bathroom, these products allow particularly easy access.

Walk-in solutions usually require more space than traditional enclosures. duka with its libero range offers ‘open space’ solutions designed to suit all environments. From large bathrooms to less spacious and more complex areas, these solutions never compromise the aesthetics and functionality of the shower.

The pure, practical design of the libero series underlines the relevance of a whole area dedicated to the shower and to the daily ritual of well-being. In addition to ensuring maximum comfort, quality and safety, duka Walk-In shower enclosures give greater depth and balance to the bathroom. In particular, they amplify the feeling of openness and transform the entire room into an even more livable and welcoming place.

The libero series offer different configurations, glass finishes, silk-screen printing and a variety of profiles, making the most varied customisation of the bathroom or wellness space possible, whether in the residential or hospitality sector. liberio 3,000 (pictured top), libero 4000 and libero 5000 (and libero 5000 Inlab) complete this series.

libero 5000 Inlab is the latest Walk-in innovation by duka. It is characterised by a special opening system whereby the door slides smoothly and lightly and disappears completely behind the fixed element. libero 5000 Inlab is a ‘dynamic’ and optimal solution for the design of bathrooms of any size. Moreover, thanks to the different installation possibilities – with wall profile, as frameless solution, with flush-mounted profile – it satisfies any aesthetic and design requirement.

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Acquabella joins Kbsa as a corporate member

February 10, 2022

Acquabella, a Spanish based supplier of bathroom products has joined the Kbsa as a corporate member. The brand includes in its portfolio a wide range of products such as made-to-measure shower trays in different textures and colours, panels, countertops, sinks, bathtubs, furniture and bathroom accessories.

Rob Heredia, Sales Manager at Acquabella said, “We are proud to have joined the Kbsa, and hope that we can bring value to the organisation. We look forward to engaging with other members and making a positive contribution to the support of KBB retailers.”

Kbsa national chair Richard Hibbert said, “I am delighted to welcome Acquabella as a corporate partner. We have over 100 of the most well respected brands in the KBB industry supporting our retail members, sharing the Kbsa’ s commitment to high standards and excellence to customer care.”

“Our members benefit from strong relationships with Kbsa corporate partners, working together to ensure that they are knowledgeable, and able to offer consumers the best advice when considering the products which will best suit their needs.”

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RAK Ceramics launches Versilia Marble

February 10, 2022

RAK Ceramics has launched a beautiful new marble range of tiles and surfacing called Versilia Marble.

Durable, straightforward to install and easy to care for, this revised marble surface is manufactured from versatile porcelain but brings the effortless beauty of marble making it ideal for worktops, wall surfaces and floor coverings. The high gloss finish gives the material the edge, even when used over compact spaces where reflecting light equals the illusion of spaciousness.

Featuring an on-trend slim profile, Versilia Marble is 9mm thick measuring from 60x120cm per tile. The Mega Slab format allows for greater consistency when used over large areas, with less need for grout lines and a seamless finish.

For instant attention., Versilia Marble displays striking grey veining when set against a neutral white backdrop.

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VitrA V-Box takes to the airwaves

February 10, 2022

VitrA has chosen Fix Radio, a station dedicated to building, plumbing and electrical trades, to promote its innovative V-Box thermostatic shower valve installation system.

The on-air advertising campaign, which has been running since late autumn, highlights the easy installation benefits of the V-Box system.

“We knew that Fix Radio was a great way to reach our target customers”, commented Margaret Talbot, VitrA marketing manager for the UK and Europe.

“Consumers like the sleek, uncluttered look of a concealed shower, especially now that minimalist walk-in shower enclosures are so popular. V-Box makes installing a concealed shower fast and simple. Using a radio station dedicated to trades allowed us to get our message across quickly and effectively,”

Box offers complete flexibility to fit any bathroom design. It enables three water outlets (bath, hand shower and showerhead) and can be used with a range of square or built-in round mixers. For 3-way showers (bath spout, hand shower and showerhead), select a 1-way thermostatic shower mixer and 3-way diverter. V-Box can be trimmed to fit a 77mm wall depth standard in the UK and is compatible with VitrA’s thermostatic shower mixers.

www.VitrA.co.uk

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Utopia introduces three new stand out brochures

February 9, 2022

With another major product launch imminent, Utopia has introduced three new dedicated brochures.

Designed to provide clear focus to its largest range of furniture to date Utopia has split its offering to provide a focused solution for Fitted Furniture, Modular Furniture and the Roseberry painted timber collection, whilst also comprehensively covering its complementary products portfolio.

With significant product launches across the board this Spring, the brochures feature new imagery to inspire consumers as well as suggesting creative and imaginative solutions for every bathroom type.

In keeping with its environmental policy, Utopia is acutely mindful of the impact of brochure production. Whilst many people view brochures online with the option to download them, there is still a definite requirement for a printed brochure and the company has therefore taken advantage of the latest developments in paper sourcing and printing techniques to minimise the impact of this.

As Helen Clark, Utopia’s Head of Marketing, explains “Working closely with our ISO14001 accredited printing partner, we have specified that all paper used is not only FSC certified but also ECF (Elemental Chlorine Free), which means it has been bleached using chlorine dioxide as opposed to the more harmful chlorine gas method. In addition, the printing process uses vegetable-based inks and water-based coatings, and a minimum of 40% of each brochure is recycled material.”

Utopia has also opted to go one step further by paying an additional supplement to carbon balance the paper through the World Land Trust, an international conservation charity that protects the world’s most biologically significant and threatened habitats acre by acre.

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Splashpanel Premium decors elevate design scope of PVC bathroom wall panels

February 8, 2022

The Splashpanel PVC bathroom wall panelling range has been extended with a new Premium collection. Eight exclusive designs have been introduced that mirror natural materials such as marble, stone and quartz, elevating the design scope of this easy-to-install product more than ever.

Available in 1000mm and 1200mm x 2400mm x 10mm sized panels, the new Splashpanel Premium decors range from timeless white Calacatta Marble through to sophisticated Pietra Antracite (pictured), with the ever-increasing grey trend reflected in all hues across the designs. The collection offers a choice of four gloss decors and four that feature a contemporary matt finish.

Ideal for fitting in shower enclosures, around baths and in wetrooms, the 100% waterproof Splashpanel system offers a practical cost-effective alternative to tiling. Durable yet lightweight thanks to their 10mm thick cellular PVC structure, the panels can be fixed over existing surfaces, including tiles, for fast refurbishment or alternatively they can be bonded to a flat wall surface. Splashpanel’s grout-free and non-porous surface assures a hygienic and easy to clean wallcovering that is resistant to mould, bacteria and stains. The panels are FR rated and backed by a 5-year domestic warranty.

Splashpanel Premium is part of the comprehensive PanelStyle collection of PVC wall and ceiling panelling which also includes the standard Splashpanel range, Splashpanel Narrow, Proplas and Proplas Tile. The full PanelStyle collection offers a total of 59 contemporary decors.

The PanelStyle range is available ex-stock for delivery in 24-48 hours from IDS branches nationwide. Contact t: 0845 023 0374, email info@panelstyle.co.uk, or visit www.panelstyle.co.uk

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Sealskin to launch in the UK with Duka 5000 series

February 8, 2022

Leading showering solutions business Coram UK has announced the British launch of showering brand, Sealskin and the ‘Sealskin duka’ collection.

Sealskin has partnered with the leading Italian shower enclosure brand duka, bringing to the retail market, the Acqua 5000, Pura 5000 and Libero 5000 range of enclosures – featuring tailor-made design and cutting-edge innovation.

Coram’s current brand portfolio includes Impey wetrooms and Geesa bathroom accessories.

More news from Sealskin.

For further information visit the website.

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Roca Group to reveal latest product innovations at kbb Birmingham

February 8, 2022

Roca Group will be exhibiting at leading kitchen, bedroom and bathroom design show, kbb Birmingham. Brands Roca, Laufen and Cosmic will showcase their latest design innovations in Suites 32-34, situated by the main bathroom entrance in Hall 20 at the NEC Birmingham.

Alan Dodds, UK Managing Director, Roca Group comments, “we are looking forward to kbb Birmingham immensely, it is always a great event and a good opportunity for us to meet with our customers and colleagues. We have some exciting new products to share including launching our new Mediterranean-inspired Ona collection from Roca. It is a truly stand out product and we feel retailers and designers are going to love the design as well as the fact it is a complete bathroom collection.”

ROCA

Roca will be exhibiting a range of products including its brand-new Ona Collection, which will be on display in the UK for the first time. Inspired by the Mediterranean Sea and developed by the Roca Design Centre team in collaboration with design studios Noa Design and Benedito Design, Ona features some of Roca’s latest innovations, such as Fineceramic® and Stonex® material. The collection also features Everlux coloured finishes and Supraglaze® ceramic coatings. The collection includes basins and furniture, brassware, baths, accessories, WCs and bidets.

Visitors will also be able to see a working demonstration of the In-Wash® In-Tank® smart WC, which combines maximum intimate hygiene and greater freedom of installation. In-Wash® In-Tank® is reportedly the only shower toilet on the market that has an integrated cistern – meaning it offers streamlined installation and easy maintenance.

LAUFEN

Laufen will be showcasing its design capabilities with a range of new products on display. This includes the new LUA collection, designed by Toan Nguyen. Offering an exceptional combination of functionality and timeless forms, the design is orientated to round shapes that continue in linear architectural lines. Setting new standards in design, durability and furniture finishes.

The award-winning ‘The New Classic’ collection designed under the creative leadership of Dutch designer Marcel Wanders will be on display along with the VAL cloakroom basins, a compact range designed to make the best use of the restricted space in demanding bathroom layouts. The sleek basins use Laufen’s SaphirKeramik to maximise space and functionality. Laufen’s Cleanet Riva shower toilet, designed by Peter Wirz, will be showcased for the first time in matt black ceramic.

COSMIC

The group will also present a selection of bestsellers from the Cosmic brand, including basin, furniture and accessories collections. In addition to these, kbb offers the perfect platform to unveil ORIGIN, a brand new and exciting brassware collection. Designed by the Cosmic studio, ORIGIN comprises eight pieces across two colours, Chrome and Matt Black. With a 5.5 litre/minute flow limiter, progressive cartridge controlling flow and temperature and also a hidden aerator, ORIGIN offers high functionality with a timeless aesthetic.

For more information about Roca visit www.roca.com for information about Laufen visit www.laufen.co.uk and for more information on Cosmic visit cosmic.com

During kbb Birmingham, visit the Roca Group Team in Suites 32-34.

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Luxurious PJH baths welcome new grey finish

February 7, 2022

Satisfying the continued popularity of the many shades of grey appearing in bathroom design, PJH has introduced a beautiful new grey finish to its freestanding bath range in its Bathrooms to Love Collection.

Perfect for coordinating with PJH’s bathroom furniture collections that come in a wide selection of grey tones and textures – such as matt graphite, onyx grey gloss, grey ash and pearl grey gloss – the new freestanding grey bath option is now available on selected models.

As pictured, the contemporary Belmont bath stylishly teams a soft grey satin exterior with a pure white interior adding depth and great looks to this double-ended tub. As one of PJH’s best selling floor-standing baths, this design-led model offers luxurious bathing at its best with a generous 245 litres water capacity and dimensions of 1700 (L) x 780 (W) x 670 (H)mm. It’s elegant bateau shape and fine edges make it a popular choice with discerning consumers.

Meanwhile the Harlesden freestanding bath range also welcomes the same grey finish, joining a black and a white exterior finish already available on this equally modern design. A floor-standing double-ended bath, the curvaceous Harlesden in grey measures in at 1655 (L) x 745 (W) x 580 (H)mm with a water capacity of 220 litres. Both grey models include a pre-fitted integrated waste.

With a premium specification, the new additions are made from high grade smooth acrylic which gives rise to durable and long-lasting features such as, a flawless finish, streamlined curves and edges, and a heat-retaining surface.

A 20-year quality guarantee accompanies the new grey freestanding bath range, as featured in the current Bathrooms to Love Collection by PJH – and the new range is now available for ordering via PJH’s e-commerce platform, the Partners Portal™.

For more information, contact PJH on Tel: 0800 8 77 88 99; or visit www.partners.pjh.uk and www.bathroomstolove.uk

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Ca’ Pietra is now available on Virtual Worlds

February 7, 2022

Ca’ Pietra’s first launch on to Virtual Worlds includes decorative tiles, porcelain and marble and an array of decorative highlights and classic materials, as well as its successful National Trust Tile Collection.

For over three generations Ca’ Pietra has been creating inspirational tile collections for interiors. Reflecting and setting trends with distinctive patterns, colours, textures, finishes and effects that enable consumers to make a statement in their home and stand out from the crowd.

Ca’ Pietra Creative Lead Grazzie Wilson said: “We believe that every home deserves a statement tile. Whether that tile is patterned, textured, an interesting shape or size or even a colour combination or finish. We can’t wait to see the projects designed in Virtual Worlds with our stone and tiles.”

“By designing with Virtual Worlds, retailers can very easily show their customers what a difference their tile choice can make, shifting between different styles, shapes and colours with ease,” explains Virtual Worlds Managing Director Nathan Maclean. “This is particularly beneficial for manufacturers like Ca’ Pietra, whose tile collection is designed to really make a statement in the home, as the software really shows this off.”

Learn more about Ca’ Pietra at www.capietra.com and for more information on Virtual Worlds call 01908 663 848 or visit www.virtualworlds.co.uk

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